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I'm a part time postgrad student & work 12 hrs per week - can I claim any benefits?

I study part time on a post grad course but only do paid work for 12 hours per week, am I entitled to any benefits?

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  • liamcov wrote: »
    I study part time on a post grad course but only do paid work for 12 hours per week, am I entitled to any benefits?

    How many hours is your course? I heard if your course is under 16 hours you can claim JSA if your work is also under 16 hours.
  • MrsManda
    MrsManda Posts: 4,457 Forumite
    How many hours do you have to spend on your post grad course?

    Is your course officially part time (is that how it is described by your university/institution?)?

    Are you counted as a student for council tax purposes?

    Do you get any funding?

    Do you have any dependents?

    How old are you?

    Do you have any savings?
  • MrsManda wrote: »
    How many hours do you have to spend on your post grad course?

    Is your course officially part time (is that how it is described by your university/institution?)?

    Are you counted as a student for council tax purposes?

    Do you get any funding?

    Do you have any dependents?

    How old are you?

    Do you have any savings?

    Does age play a factor?
  • MrsManda
    MrsManda Posts: 4,457 Forumite
    Does age play a factor?

    It could do - some benefits have restrictions and rules surrounding age and eligibility
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