PGCE – Student Tuition Fees 2008/09 - Variable Fees The Higher Education Act 2004 included the introduction of variable training fees where an institution could set its own fee limits up to a maximum of £3,145 for 2008/09. The national standard level for the variable fee for 2008/09 is £1,260. The majority of Universities have set their fee at £3,145 and most School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) providers have set their fee at £2,000 - £2,700. The West Midlands Consortium has carefully reviewed its training requirements and financial position before determining its tuition fee level for 2008/09. The Consortium was determined to ensure that its courses remain of the highest quality but did not want to add any more to students’ financial costs unless it was necessary. The Consortium is pleased to announce that it will only charge the standard level of £1,260 for 2008/09. This has been achievable without the need for any reduction to the quality, content and range of activities provided across the Design and Technology (D&T), Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Physical Education (PE) subject routes. It is important to note that the fee of £1,260 is processed through the Student Loan Company and can also be paid by the student directly. All UK students will be eligible for a Higher Education Maintenance Grant up to a minimum of £2,835. This is made up of £1,260 which is non-means tested. The balance of £1,575 is means tested.