Students on certain degrees will incur some additional costs not covered by their tuition fees. These could be for things like specialist equipment, study materials and textbooks, work placements, graduation, membership of relevant organisations or costs related to carrying out fieldwork.
For students on course with an element of fieldwork, there may also be extra costs for travel and accommodation.
Note: The library will hold some copies of the textbooks but not enough for every student. Students can purchase second hand copies when possible or use older versions if advised by the module cordinator. Students can also sell their copies after the course. This helps manage the cost.
Year 1
Technology & equipment (Optional)
It is recommended that you have access to your own laptop or desk top computer to help with assessments. Costs are variable but will start from around £250. This should last for the duration of your studies but you may choose to replace it.
Placement costs (Mandatory)
Placements are an integral part of this course and apply to all three years of your studies. If you satisfy SAAS bursary requirements, travel costs to placement are covered within the SAAS bursary and where relevant on application to the University. If you are a fee paying student, you will need to cover your travel expenses on all placements. The University tries to minimise the travel costs where possible.
Accommodation costs (Optional)
You may be required to stay in the local vicinity if allocated to remote and rural placements. If this is the case, and you satisfy SAAS Bursary requirements, then SAAS will cover 'reasonable costs' for accommodation as part of your remote/rural placement. Otherwise, you will be responsible for your own accommodation costs. The University will try and take into account your preferences, requirements and commitments regarding placement location where possible.
Uniform (Mandatory)
Uniforms for NHS placements (4 tops, 4 trousers). This was being funded by Scottish Government in 2020/21 but may change in future years. Suitable footwear is required for placements usually a black trainer type shoe. Depending upion your choices, these may last for duration of the course or you may wish to replace them during your studies. Shoes will typically cost in the region of £20-60.
PVG Health Checks (Mandatory)
Protecting Vulnerable Groups scheme membership. This was being funded by Scottish Government in 2020/21 but this arrangement may change in future years.
You are expected to undergo an occupational health screening before entering the course. Costs for this were met by the Scottish Government for applicants for 2020/21 but this arrangement may change in future years.
Year 2
Technology & equipment (Optional)
It is recommended that you have access to your own laptop or desk top computer to help with assessments. Costs are variable but will start from around £250. This should last for the duration of your studies but you may choose to replace it.
Placement costs (Mandatory)
Placements are an integral part of this course and apply to all three years of your studies. If you satisfy SAAS bursary requirements, travel costs to placement are covered within the SAAS bursary and where relevant on application to the University. If you are a fee paying student, you will need to cover your travel expenses on all placements. The University tries to minimise the travel costs where possible.
Accommodation costs (Optional)
You may be required to stay in the local vicinity if allocated to remote and rural placements. If this is the case, and you satisfy SAAS Bursary requirements, then SAAS will cover 'reasonable costs' for accommodation as part of your remote/rural placement. Otherwise, you will be responsible for your own accommodation costs. The University will try and take into account your preferences, requirements and commitments regarding placement location where possible.
Uniform (Mandatory)
Uniforms for NHS placements (4 tops, 4 trousers). This was being funded by Scottish Government in 2020/21 but may change in future years. Suitable footwear is required for placements usually a black trainer type shoe. Depending upion your choices, these may last for duration of the course or you may wish to replace them during your studies. Shoes will typically cost in the region of £20-60.
PVG Health Checks (Mandatory)
Protecting Vulnerable Groups scheme membership. This was being funded by Scottish Government in 2020/21 but this arrangement may change in future years.
Year 3
Technology & equipment (Optional)
It is recommended that you have access to your own laptop or desk top computer to help with assessments. Costs are variable but will start from around £250. This should last for the duration of your studies but you may choose to replace it.
Placement costs (Mandatory)
Placements are an integral part of this course and apply to all three years of your studies. If you satisfy SAAS bursary requirements, travel costs to placement are covered within the SAAS bursary and where relevant on application to the University. If you are a fee paying student, you will need to cover your travel expenses on all placements. The University tries to minimise the travel costs where possible.
Accommodation costs (Optional)
You may be required to stay in the local vicinity if allocated to remote and rural placements. If this is the case, and you satisfy SAAS Bursary requirements, then SAAS will cover 'reasonable costs' for accommodation as part of your remote/rural placement. Otherwise, you will be responsible for your own accommodation costs. The University will try and take into account your preferences, requirements and commitments regarding placement location where possible.
Uniform (Mandatory)
Uniforms for NHS placements (4 tops, 4 trousers). This was being funded by Scottish Government in 2020/21 but may change in future years. Suitable footwear is required for placements usually a black trainer type shoe. Depending upion your choices, these may last for duration of the course or you may wish to replace them during your studies. Shoes will typically cost in the region of £20-60.
PVG Health Checks (Mandatory)
Protecting Vulnerable Groups scheme membership. This was being funded by Scottish Government in 2020/21 but this arrangement may change in future years.
Graduation fees (Optional - for students exiting with BSc award)
These fees are set annually by the University and are subject to review. For session 19/20 these were set at £10 Registration Fee. Academic dress and official photography (optional) for graduation ceremonies is hired and arranged respectively from an external suppliers.
Year 4
Technology & equipment (Optional)
It is recommended that you have access to your own laptop or desk top computer to help with assessments. Costs are variable but will start from around £250. This should last for the duration of your studies but you may choose to replace it.
Placement costs (Mandatory)
Placements are an integral part of this course and apply to all three years of your studies. If you satisfy SAAS bursary requirements, travel costs to placement are covered within the SAAS bursary and where relevant on application to the University. If you are a fee paying student, you will need to cover your travel expenses on all placements. The University tries to minimise the travel costs where possible.
Accommodation costs (Optional)
You may be required to stay in the local vicinity if allocated to remote and rural placements. If this is the case, and you satisfy SAAS Bursary requirements, then SAAS will cover 'reasonable costs' for accommodation as part of your remote/rural placement. Otherwise, you will be responsible for your own accommodation costs. The University will try and take into account your preferences, requirements and commitments regarding placement location where possible.
Uniform (Mandatory)
Uniforms for NHS placements (4 tops, 4 trousers). This was being funded by Scottish Government in 2020/21 but may change in future years. Suitable footwear is required for placements usually a black trainer type shoe. Depending upion your choices, these may last for duration of the course or you may wish to replace them during your studies. Shoes will typically cost in the region of £20-60.
PVG Health Checks (Mandatory)
Protecting Vulnerable Groups scheme membership. This was being funded by Scottish Government in 2020/21 but this arrangement may change in future years.
Graduation fees (Mandatory)
These fees are set annually by the University and are subject to review. For session 19/20 these were set at £10 Registration Fee. Academic dress and official photography (optional) for graduation ceremonies is hired and arranged respectively from an external suppliers.