The Education Minister says he'll do what he can to protect university funding.
Peter Karran was speaking after Tynwald approved regulations introducing a £9,000 cap on university grants from September for most courses.
From September 2013, students will also need higher grades to qualify for university support.
However, Mr Karran has again admitted he can give no long-term guarantees over student fees.
Glen Maye patient airlifted to the UK
Great North Air Ambulance team responded within half an hour
Visitors asked to avoid main cemetery entrance on Sunday
DOI to remove tree stumps from pavement on Glencrutchery Road
Cannabis dealer who got cold feet spared jail
33-year-old told to become 'a more respectful member of society'
Douglas Council using reserves to pay for 'decorative' promenade lighting
The project will cost £40,000 for 28 LED lights
New count system used for PSM by-election
Cabinet Office hope to have it rolled out for local elections next year
Iconic giant illuminated globe now on display in Douglas
Exhibition opens to public at St Thomas' Church
