Chapter 21: Time out from studies
This chapter covers:
2. Pregnancy and children (
here)
5. Time out for other reasons (
here)
Basic facts
– Students may be able to receive student support or get social security benefits during periods of absence from their course.
– Support is usually only available if you have taken time out because you are ill or pregnant, or because you have to care for someone.
– Support may also be available once you have recovered from your illness or your caring responsibilities have ceased and you are waiting to return to your course.