Win a guide to avoiding student debt

With the average cost of student debt between £15,000 and £20,000, and the current subdued employment prospects for graduates, there are concerns that many people may be deterred from going to university at all. But education needn’t come at such a price. There are numerous options available to focused and motivated individuals; it’s just a case of knowing where to start. Packed with information and first-hand advice, ‘Free Degrees: how to fund your own education and avoid student debt’ is the ultimate guide to raising the money you need to fund your own university education. Despite having no previous experience of fundraising, author Lyndi Smith managed to raise over £25,000 from trusts and bursaries, businesses and individuals, by approaching friends, family and the country’s 150 richest people. In ‘Free Degrees’, Smith shares the secrets to her success; she explains how to manage your finances during your studies, devise a fundraising strategy, and market yourself in a positive light. Packed full of practical tips and creative ideas for putting on events and securing sponsorship, this guide is a must for anyone at or about to start university. Moneywise has five copies of Lyndi Smith’s ‘Free Degrees’ to give away. Simply register for Moneywise and make sure you are logged in. Then just enter your email address is the box below.