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 coordinator. Students can also sell their copies after the course. This helps manage the cost.
Year 1
Technology & equipment (Optional)
Although not essential, it is recommended that you have access to your own tablet or laptop / desktop computer to help with learning and assessments. Costs are variable depending upon specifications, but may cost around £250 upwards.
Books & printed material (Optional)
You are encouraged to use the library for all reading materials (some will be available digitally also). However, you may choose to purchase some or all of the recommended textbooks. Given the availability of library and online resources and individual preferences, costs will be variable.
Photocopying (Optional)
All modules are available on our VLE (Moodle) and therefore notes are available digitally. Some assessments require hardcopy submission and may incur small printing costs. It is estimated that over the course of the year, you may spend c.£20 on photocopying. This is not essential and you may choose to spend more, or less according to your needs.
Stationary costs (Optional)
Small costs associated with stationary requirements may be incurred throughout the year but these depend on personal needs and preferences. As a guide, it is estimated that you may spend c.£20 per session on stationary.
Year 2
Technology & equipment (Optional)
Although not essential, it is recommended that you have access to your own tablet or laptop / desktop computer to help with learning and assessments. Costs are variable depending upon specifications, but may cost around £250 upwards.
Placement (Optional)
Students undertaking the Work-based Learning module are responsible for any travel and accommodation costs related to the place of work. This is an option module and does not have to be undertaken to complete the degree.
Students who successfully complete 36 weeks of industrial training can graduate with BSc (Hons) Business Technology (Sandwich Award). Students who do not complete the industrial training can graduate with BSc (Hons) Business Technology
Travel costs (Optional)
Travel costs for optional placement element are variable. Placements themselves may occur anywhere in Scotland or the UK. It's likely that you'll be travelling at peak times which can cost more.
Accommodation costs (Optional)
Depending upon the location of your placement, you may be required to stay in the local vicinity. You will be responsible for your own accommodation costs.
Books & printed material (Optional)
You are encouraged to use the library for all reading materials (some will be available digitally also). However, you may choose to purchase some or all of the recommended textbooks. Given the availability of library and online resources and individual preferences, costs will be variable.
Photocopying (Optional)
All modules are available on our VLE (Moodle) and therefore notes are available digitally. Some assessments require hardcopy submission and may incur small printing costs. It is estimated that over the course of the year, you may spend c.£20 on photocopying. This is not essential and you may choose to spend more, or less according to your needs.
Stationary costs (Optional)
Small costs associated with stationary requirements may be incurred throughout the year but these depend on personal needs and preferences. As a guide, it is estimated that you may spend c.£20 per session on stationary.
Year 3
Placement (Optional)
Students undertaking the Work-based Learning module are responsible for any travel and accommodation costs related to the place of work. This is an option module and does not have to be undertaken to complete the degree.
Students who successfully complete 36 weeks of industrial training can graduate with BSc (Hons) Business Technology (Sandwich Award). Students who do not complete the industrial training can graduate with BSc (Hons) Business Technology
Travel costs (Optional)
Travel costs for optional placement element are variable. Placements themselves may occur anywhere in Scotland or the UK. It's likely that you'll be travelling at peak times which can cost more.
Accommodation costs (Optional)
Depending upon the location of your placement, you may be required to stay in the local vicinity. You will be responsible for your own accommodation costs.
Books & printed material (Optional)
You are encouraged to use the library for all reading materials (some will be available digitally also). However, you may choose to purchase some or all of the recommended textbooks. Given the availability of library and online resources and individual preferences, costs will be variable.
Photocopying (Optional)
All modules are available on our VLE (Moodle) and therefore notes are available digitally. Some assessments require hardcopy submission and may incur small printing costs. It is estimated that over the course of the year, you may spend c.£20 on photocopying. This is not essential and you may choose to spend more, or less according to your needs.
Stationary costs (Optional)
Small costs associated with stationary requirements may be incurred throughout the year but these depend on personal needs and preferences. As a guide, it is estimated that you may spend c.£20 per session on stationary.
Graduation fees (Optional for those 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 external suppliers.
Year 4
Placement (Optional)
Students undertaking the Work-based Learning module are responsible for any travel and accommodation costs related to the place of work. This is an option module and does not have to be undertaken to complete the degree.
Students who successfully complete 36 weeks of industrial training can graduate with BSc (Hons) Business Technology (Sandwich Award). Students who do not complete the industrial training can graduate with BSc (Hons) Business Technology
Travel costs (Optional)
Travel costs for optional placement element are variable. Placements themselves may occur anywhere in Scotland or the UK. It's likely that you'll be travelling at peak times which can cost more.
Accommodation costs (Optional)
Depending upon the location of your placement, you may be required to stay in the local vicinity. You will be responsible for your own accommodation costs.
Books & printed material (Optional)
You are encouraged to use the library for all reading materials (some will be available digitally also). However, you may choose to purchase some or all of the recommended textbooks. Given the availability of library and online resources and individual preferences, costs will be variable.
Photocopying (Optional)
All modules are available on our VLE (Moodle) and therefore notes are available digitally. Some assessments require hardcopy submission and may incur small printing costs. It is estimated that over the course of the year, you may spend c.£20 on photocopying. This is not essential and you may choose to spend more, or less according to your needs.
Stationary costs (Optional)
Small costs associated with stationary requirements may be incurred throughout the year but these depend on personal needs and preferences. As a guide, it is estimated that you may spend c.£20 per session on stationary.
Dissertation (Mandatory)
Your final year dissertation is a core and mandatory piece of research undertaken in your final year of studies. Printing your dissertation (bound copies) will incur a cost. Depending upon the size of the dissertation and the content it can cost anything between £15-40.
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 external suppliers.