Long Story Short(ish): I started a Masters course in September. Loans were to be disbursed September, February, and June. Had a terrible first semester and switched courses starting in the second semester. Was on financial aid probation. Was told my 3rd disbursement would be coming after my semester 2 grades were confirmed. Financial aid person now telling me that because I switched courses and am no longer writing a dissertation during the summer, that I'm on "holiday" and won't be getting the 3rd disbursement until September/October. My husband and I have £10 between us to pay for rent (already late for this month), council tax (already late for this month), food, and other bills until, apparently, September.
Is this really how it works? Is there anything I can do? Loans are supposed to also pay for living costs, are they not? Part of my living costs is living here through the summer. Does anyone know anything that could help? My husband and I have been looking for jobs but can't find any, and now I couldn't get one even if I tried as my passport is at the Home Office in support of my spousal visa application.
