Film Academy Bursary Support

Financial help is available to support your participation in the Film Academy course.

Am I Eligible?
You may be eligible for a bursary if you need financial support to attend the course.
This can help cover:

  • Travel costs to and from the course

  • Childcare expenses

  • Other costs that might prevent you from participating

You can apply if you (or your parents/carers) receive:

  • Universal Credit

  • Council Tax Benefit

  • Child Tax Credit

  • Free School Meals (anytime in the past two years)

  • Support under part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999

Don't receive these benefits? You can still apply if you're facing financial difficulty. Just explain your situation on the application form.

How Much Can I Get?
There's no set maximum amount.
You can apply for what you actually need. We ask that you:

  • Choose the most cost-effective travel options

  • Use public transport where possible

  • Travel standard class

  • Keep all costs reasonable

How to Apply

Step 1: Let your Course Leader know you need financial support

Step 2: Complete this Bursary Application Form:

Step 3: Your application will be reviewed.

  • Your COURSE Leader will assess your application and let you know the outcome as soon as possible.

HOW TO CLAIM

Step 1: Track your expenses during the course.

  • Download and complete our expense claim form (below)
    with clear copies of your weekly tickets & receipts.
    Send to: dans@ruralmedia.co.uk
    Subject:     Travel Bursary Claim (your name)

Step 2: Get reimbursed

  • Once verified, you'll receive payment via bank transfer (BACS).

DOWNLOAD GUIDENCE (PDF)
DOWNLOAD CLAIM FORM (Excel)