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Finance

Planning. Balancing. Thriving.

At JMSU, your financial wellbeing matters. Managing money can feel challenging, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Whether you’re learning to budget, applying for student finance, or looking for support with debt or funding, we’ll guide you to the right tools and advice. Our Finance support connects you with trusted LJMU services, expert advisors, and external partners to help you build confidence in managing your money. We don’t offer direct financial aid, but we’ll point you toward the people, platforms, and programmes that can. However you choose to manage your finances, we’re here to help you take control and plan for a secure future.

Below, you’ll find information on the different financial services and support available to you during your time at university.

LJMU Money Advice Team

The LJMU Money Advice Team offers free and impartial guidance on all aspects of managing your finances while studying. They can support you with:

Budgeting and planning
Student discounts and funding
Tax and debt advice
Gambling and addiction support
Work and volunteering opportunities

Visit their official webpage for more detailed guidance and tools to help manage your money effectively.

Blackbullion

Blackbullion is an online learning platform designed to help students build financial confidence and manage money wisely. LJMU students can access a range of interactive tools, videos, and financial planning resources.

Register for free using your LJMU email address and start improving your financial wellbeing today.

Student Finance

You may be eligible to borrow money to cover tuition fees and living costs, with additional support available for students from low-income backgrounds, those with disabilities, or those with dependants.

Visit the relevant Student Finance site for more details and application guidance:

Need More Financial Support?

If you have further questions or need tailored financial advice, contact JMSU Advice for confidential and friendly support:

advice@jmsu.co.uk
0151 231 4900
Or visit the JMSU building to speak with an advisor in person.

Not sure if it’s finance related?

You might find it helpful to explore some of our other areas of advice and support, which could be relevant to your situation.

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