advice - part time studies and welfare?

msminni

Hi everyone,

just need some advice here. Trying to finish college (PhD) but my grant will expire in a few months and I'll have no income then. I've been trying to find a part-time job, but to no avail so far.

So now I was wondering whether it would be possible to continue my studies part-time and try to get a supplementary welfare? Is that even possible? (I'm assuming I won't be eligible for JA as I'd still be in college even if part time)

Alternatively I'd have to drop out temporarily to do full-time work and then go back but I've been told that this is not advisable due to the risk of a) not returning or b) research not being up-to-date anymore.

Anyone any suggestions?

drgibson

just wondering how did you get on. I have a similar question....

I was offered to study for a PhD, was unsuccessful in getting funding and currently on JA. Went to SW office and I explained my situation and they said that I just go on casual jobseeker's and tick on dockets that days that I am in uni (due to it being unstructured and roughly 10 hours). Hopefully will get some teaching work once doing it so wont need the JA at all.

What I am asking is does this sound right to you. I don't want to get shafted later on, due to the person is the SW office making a mistake..

Annasopra

Maybe check with citizens advice as well.