Tuition Fees Payment Plans
In some cases, students who are self-financing, i.e. paying their own tuition, can do this through a payment plan, rather than paying in one lump sum. Whether or not we can offer you a payment plan, and what that payment plan might be, can depend on where you are studying, the type of student you are, and when your studies begin.
If you are paying your own tuition fees through a payment plan, it is important to remember that UWS is extending a credit facility by allowing you pay these in instalments rather than in one lump sum.
If you do not adhere to your payment plan, also known as defaulting on your payments, or non-payment, you can find out more about the action that may be taken by the University in the Tuition Fees - Your Responsibility & Our Options webpage.
Tuition Fee Deposits
International and EU students (without pre-settled status)*, who are not studying via distance learning delivery, are required to pay a deposit.
The deposit payment will secure your place on your chosen programme and enables the university to issue your CAS to allow you to apply for your visa to study at UWS.
As soon as you receive an unconditional offer, you can pay your deposit, which can be paid online or by bank transfer.
Details of tuition fee deposits are shown in the International (including EU)* section of Payment Plans, below.
* does not include students from the Republic of Ireland.
Payment Plans
These are available for self-funded students to help spread the cost of your tuition fees. There are different arrangements available depending upon your tuition fee status:
Please note that when you are setting up a payment plan, you own bank may apply charges for this and for each transaction. It is your responsibility to cover these local charges yourself as they are not part of your tuition fees.
UK (Scotland, England, Wales & Northern Ireland) & Republic of Ireland
As a self-funded student from within the UK or from the Republic of Ireland, you can pay your tuition fees in advance or set up the payment plan on receipt of invoice.
Payment Plans for Full-time Undergraduate or Postgraduate 2022/23 - all campuses, all locations
If you are a self-funding full-time student from any of the UK home nations or the Republic of Ireland, you may be able to meet the cost of your tuition fees through the following payment plan:
Starting Your Studies in September
When you start your course in September, a deposit should be paid at the point of enrolment, which is the equivalent of the fee for one module. You can find out what this module fee is for you and your course by visiting the Undergraduate Tuition Fees page or Postgraduate Tuition Fees page.
The balance of your Tuition Fees is then paid in 7 monthly instalments on the following dates:
- 1st payment instalment is due on 10 October
- 2nd payment instalment is due on 10 November
- 3rd payment instalment is due on 10 December
- 4th payment instalment is due on 10 January
- 5th payment instalment is due on 10 February
- 6th payment instalment is due on 10 March
- 7th and final instalment is due on 10 April
In order to set up your payments in line with the plan above, you will need to set up a recurring payment, using your debit or credit card, through our online payment facility.
Starting Your Studies in January
When you start your course in January, a deposit should be paid at the point of enrolment, which is the equivalent of the fee for one module. You can find out what this module fee is for you and your course by visiting the Undergraduate Tuition Fees page or Postgraduate Tuition Fees page.
The balance of your Tuition Fees is then paid in 7 monthly instalments on the following dates:
- 1st payment instalment is due on 10 February
- 2nd payment instalment is due on 10 March
- 3rd and final instalment is due on 10 April
- 4th payment instalment is due on 10 May
- 5th payment instalment is due on 10 June
- 6th payment instalment is due on 10 July
- 7th payment instalment is due on 10 August
In order to set up your payments in line with the plan above, you will need to set up a recurring payment, using your debit or credit card, through our online payment facility.
Starting Your Studies in May (Summer/Term 3)
When you undertake your studies in the Summer/Term 3, a deposit should be paid at the point of enrolment, which is the equivalent of the fee for one module. You can find out what this module fee is for you and your course by visiting the Undergraduate Tuition Fees page or Postgraduate Tuition Fees page.
The balance of your Tuition Fees is then paid in 3 monthly instalments on the following dates:
- 1st payment instalment is due on 10 June
- 2nd payment instalment is due on 10 July
- 3rd payment instalment is due on 10 August
In order to set up your payments in line with the plan above, you will need to set up a recurring payment, using your debit or credit card, through our online payment facility.
Payment Plans for Part-time Undergraduate or Postgraduate 2022/23 - all campuses, all locations
If you are a self-funding part-time student from any of the UK home nations or the Republic of Ireland, you may be able to meet the cost of your tuition fees through the following payment plan:
Studies in Term 1 only
When you undertake your studies in Term 1, a deposit should be paid at the point of enrolment, which is the equivalent of the fee for one module. You can find out what this module fee is for you and your course by visiting the Undergraduate Tuition Fees page or Postgraduate Tuition Fees page.
The balance of your Tuition Fees is then paid in 3 monthly instalments on the following dates:
- 1st payment instalment is due on 10 October
- 2nd payment instalment is due on 10 November
- 3rd payment instalment is due on 10 December
In order to set up your payments in line with the plan above, you will need to set up a recurring payment, using your debit or credit card, through our online payment facility.
Studies in Term 2 only
When you undertake your studies in Term 2, a deposit should be paid at the point of enrolment, which is the equivalent of the fee for one module. You can find out what this module fee is for you and your course by visiting the Undergraduate Tuition Fees page or Postgraduate Tuition Fees page.
The balance of your Tuition Fees is then paid in 3 monthly instalments on the following dates:
- 1st payment instalment is due on 10 February
- 2nd payment instalment is due on 10 March
- 3rd payment instalment is due on 10 April
In order to set up your payments in line with the plan above, you will need to set up a recurring payment, using your debit or credit card, through our online payment facility.
Studies in both Term 1 & 2
When you undertake your studies across both Terms 1 and 2, a deposit should be paid at the point of enrolment, which is the equivalent of the fee for one module. You can find out what this module fee is for you and your course by visiting the Undergraduate Tuition Fees page or Postgraduate Tuition Fees page.
The balance of your Tuition Fees is then paid in 7 monthly instalments on the following dates:
- 1st payment instalment is due on 10 October
- 2nd payment instalment is due on 10 November
- 3rd payment instalment is due on 10 December
- 4th payment instalment is due on 10 January
- 5th payment instalment is due on 10 February
- 6th payment instalment is due on 10 March
- 7th payment instalment is due on 10 April
In order to set up your payments in line with the plan above, you will need to set up a recurring payment, using your debit or credit card, through our online payment facility.
Studies in Term 3 only
When you undertake your studies in the Summer/Term 3, a deposit should be paid at the point of enrolment, which is the equivalent of the fee for one module. You can find out what this module fee is for you and your course by visiting the Undergraduate Tuition Fees page or Postgraduate Tuition Fees page.
The balance of your Tuition Fees is then paid in 3 monthly instalments on the following dates:
- 1st payment instalment is due on 10 June
- 2nd payment instalment is due on 10 July
- 3rd payment instalment is due on 10 August
In order to set up your payments in line with the plan above, you will need to set up a recurring payment, using your debit or credit card, through our online payment facility.
International (including EU)
As a self-funded international student (either Non-EU or EU (without pre-settled status in the UK)), you can also pay your tuition fees in advance or set-up a payment plan for the remaining balance of your tuition fees, minus the initial deposit, on receipt of invoice.
2021/22 - For Studies Starting in Term 3, all campuses, all locations
If you are an International and EU student (without pre-settled status), you may be able to meet the cost of your tuition fees through the following payment plan:
- 1st payment of £5000 as a tuition fee deposit to enable a CAS to be issued
- 2nd payment of £3000 to be paid on enrolment
- 3rd payment to be paid by 1 July and should be 50% of your remaining balance
- The final payment to be paid by 1 September and should be 100% of your remaining balance
2022/23 - all campuses, all locations
If you are an International and EU student (without pre-settled status), you may be able to meet the cost of your tuition fees through the following payment plan:
Starting Your Studies in September
- 1st payment - 50% of the tuition fee payable to enable a CAS to be issued - due in September & prior to enrolment
- 2nd payment - 25% to be paid on enrolment - due by 30 September
- 3rd payment - 25% of your remaining balance - due by 10 December
In order to set up your payments in line with the plan above, you will need to set up a recurring payment, using your debit or credit card, through our online payment facility.
Starting Your Studies in January
- 1st payment - 50% of the tuition fee payable to enable a CAS to be issued - due in January & prior to enrolment
- 2nd payment - 25% to be paid on enrolment - due by 30 January
- 3rd payment - 25% of your remaining balance - due by 30 April
In order to set up your payments in line with the plan above, you will need to set up a recurring payment, using your debit or credit card, through our online payment facility.
Starting Your Studies in May
- 1st payment - 50% of the tuition fee payable to enable a CAS to be issued - due in May & prior to enrolment
- 2nd payment - 25% to be paid on enrolment - due by 30 May
- 3rd payment - 25% of your remaining balance - due by 30 July
In order to set up your payments in line with the plan above, you will need to set up a recurring payment, using your debit or credit card, through our online payment facility.
Company Sponsored Students
If you are a self-funding student but your tuition fees are being paid by someone other than yourself (or your family), then you are classed as a company sponsored student.
The payment plans detailed above are not applicable where a company sponsor is paying your tuition fees, and separate terms and conditions will apply to your company sponsor.
It is important to note though, that even though you are not paying for your tuition yourself, you are still responsible for ensuring that these are paid to the University in full and on time.
Company Sponsorship
If your tuition fees are being paid by someone other than yourself (or your family), then you are classed as a sponsored student.
Your sponsor may be a:
- Private sector employer
- Public sector organisation
- Government agency
- Charitable trust
- International government or agency
- Foundation
- Not-for-profit organisation
- Overseas institution
Sponsors can pay all or part of your tuition fees and any additional costs on your behalf.
However, it is important to remember that the University's relationship is always with you (the student) as the recipient of tuition.
If a sponsor fails to pay all or part of the fee, regardless of any agreement they have with a student, the student will remain liable for any outstanding costs.
Company Sponsorship Form
If your tuition fees are being paid on your behalf by a sponsor, you need to submit a Sponsorship Form confirming the details for your arrangement, and ensuring the University has the information needed to invoice your sponsor.
Sponsored Student Form (.docx)
Completed forms should be returned by email to: ar@uws.ac.uk
Where the University does not have your sponsor information you will be invoiced for your tuition fees.
How to Pay
If you are a self-funding student, meaning you are responsible for tuition fee payments yourself or with support from a relative or friend, you will find our payment plan options helpful.
Please note that you are responsible for ensuring that your fees are paid every year that you study with us. After enrolling, you will receive an invoice which will provide the full cost of your tuition fees.
Online Tuition Fee Payment
Our online payment facility is the quickest and easiest way to pay your deposit, advanced payments, and tuition fees. If you choose to pay online, you will receive a receipt instantly to inform you that payment has been made. For all other methods of payments, please check with your bank to see when the funds are transferred.
Whether you are paying online or by bank transfer please ensure that you quote your Banner ID and full name when making a payment.
In order to set up your payments in line with the plan above, you will need to set up a recurring payment, using your debit or credit card, through our online payment facility.
UWS Online Tution Fee Payment FacilityEarly Payment Discount
International students who pay their tuition fees in full 7 days prior to classes commencing would be entitled to a discount of 10% of their remaining tuition fees after £5,000 for the CAS payment and any scholarships are deducted. Please note that this discount is only available in 2021/22 and will no longer be available for entry in 2022/23.
Funded Students
If SAAS, LEA, or another funding body is paying all or part of your fees, they will pay the University directly. However, you are still responsible for applying for funding for each academic year of study.
Refunds
Information on the university's student tuition fees refund conditions and procedure is available online.
Student Tution Fees & Refund Procedure
Contact Us
If you are unsure about any of the information above, unsure what you might owe, or would like to set up a payment plan as you anticipate any difficulties in making payments, you should contact our Finance Team directly; we're here to help.
Email: ar@uws.ac.uk
Telephone: 0141 848 3271
The Team are available from 8:45am – 4:45pm (GMT), Monday to Friday, excluding any public or university holidays.
Last updated: 04/03/2020