There's lots of information out there from independent, government and higher education sources. Below are the sites we recommend you visit to get yourself clued up.

It's also worth visiting the website of the university where you plan to study. They may be able to advise you further on loans and fee waivers available for your course.

Independent Taskforce on Student Finance Information - Set up to tackle the myths and misunderstandings surrounding student finance. Headed up by MoneySavingExpert.com founder, Martin Lewis alongside Universities UK, UCAS, GuildHE, NUS, Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) National Association of Student Money Advisers (NASMA) and the Universities' Marketing Forum www.studentfinance2012.com

Student Finance England - Find out the latest government advice on going to university http://yourfuture.direct.gov.uk 

UCAS - The latest information on university places and clearing 
www.ucas.com/students/studentfinance

MoneySavingExpert.com - Financial advice for prospective and current students on how to make the most of the money in your pocket. Written by financial journalist Martin Lewis http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/students/

Student Loans Company - This is who you repay your loans to
www.slc.co.uk