Student Income and Expenditure Study 2012
About the study
The Student Income and Expenditure Study is the main source of information that the government uses in order to track student expenditure and debt. The study will paint a detailed picture of student finances, looking at how students' financial situations affect their experiences of higher education.
This research has been commissioned by the Department for Business Innovation and Skills. NatCen is carrying out the study in partnership with the Institute for Employment Studies. Over 4,000 students at almost 100 universities and colleges across England and Wales will take part in the study.
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Potential policy impact
The findings will influence government decision making on student financial support and tell future students about the reality of the costs of studying and the financial support available.
Method
The study involves a 25 minute questionnaire that can be completed either online or over the phone. Respondents are asked to fill in a seven day spending diary. This takes around 5 minutes per day to complete and can be done online.
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Of interest:
- NatCen Social Research
- 35 Northampton Square, London, EC1V 0AX
- Charity no. 1091768
