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Food Vouchers

If you are experiencing an unexpected financial crisis and are unable to afford food, toiletries or other essential items as a result, you may be eligible to apply for a food voucher.

Any current fully registered University of ¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· student who meets the eligibility criteria can request a food voucher:

Home student eligibility:

  • You are a fully registered student at the University of ¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ·
  • You'll be studying at ¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ·, Avery Hill or Medway Campus or one of our Partner Colleges where your tuition fee is paid directly to us.
  • You must be up to date with all fee payments

Overseas Eligibility:

  • You are an International fee-paying student or EU student not in receipt of a maintenance loan.
  • You are a fully registered student at the University of ¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ·.
  • You'll be studying at ¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ·, Avery Hill or Medway Campus or one of our Partner Colleges where your tuition fee is paid directly to us.
  • You must be up to date with all fee payments.
  • New (year 0 or 1) can only apply from term 2.

There will be a limited amount available up to the value of £20 each. Vouchers can be used at selected supermarkets and there is no cash alternative.

Vouchers are not a long-term solution to financial difficulties, and you may only make one application per term.

How to apply

If you are struggling financially and would like to request a food voucher, then please contact us in person, visit our Student Centre offices on our campuses.

The team will discuss your circumstances with you and will also be able to advise on additional support available for your situation.

How will I receive the food vouchers?

Once a food voucher is approved, you will be emailed the voucher codes so you can redeem at your preferred shop.

Where can I spend the food voucher?

The food vouchers can be spent at the following stores.

  • Aldi
  • Asda
  • Farm Foods
  • Tesco
  • Morrisons
  • M&S
  • Sainsburys
  • Iceland
  • John Lewis

Questions

We have a range of scholarships and bursaries available. See a full list.

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