Tuition Fee increases 2025
The UK Government has announced that tuition fees for home undergraduate students on full-time courses will rise by 3.1%.
This means for undergraduate home students will increase by £285 for the academic year beginning in September 2025, rising from £9,250 to £9,535 per year.
After careful consideration, the Falmouth University Board of Governors decided that tuition fees for both new and current undergraduate home students will rise in line with this change.
Accelerated Courses Fee increases
Accelerated undergraduate course fees will also rise by 3.1%, from £11,100 to £11,440 for the 2025/26 academic year.
Why Have Fees increased?
Tuition fees have not risen since 2017, while the costs of delivering a high-quality student experience have significantly increased. Universities across the UK are facing financial pressures, with many expressing concerns about long-term financial stability.
At Falmouth and Fourth Monkey, this additional funding will be reinvested into enhancing the student experience, including improvements to teaching, facilities, and support services, all of which directly benefit our community.
What does it mean for your student loan?
The tuition fee loan will also rise by 3.1% to cover the tuition fee increase.
While this means you’ll borrow slightly more, you won’t pay anything upfront.
Loan repayments only begin once you’re earning above the current threshold of £25,000 per year.
Have maintenance loans also increased?
Yes, maintenance loans for English students will also rise in recognition of the increasing cost of living.
Maintenance loans are designed to support day-to-day living expenses, such as accommodation, food, and travel. Your eligibility is based on factors like household income and where you live.
This increase means that students who qualify for maintenance loans will have additional financial support for living costs starting next year.
For students from Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, maintenance loans are managed through separate systems. At this time, no announcements have been made about increases for these regions. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the relevant agencies:
Will tuition fees increase in future years?
The UK Government has not yet confirmed how tuition fee levels will be set beyond 2025/26. Tuition fees may increase in future years for both new and continuing students, depending on government decisions. When further details are available, Falmouth University and Fourth Monkey will review the changes and communicate them promptly.
Help & Support
If you have questions about these changes or would like assistance managing your finances, we’re here to help.