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 2
Books & printed material (Optional)
You are encouraged to use the library and online resources for all reading materials (some will be available digitally also). However, you may choose to purchase some or all of the recommended textbooks yourself. Given the availability of library and online resources and individual preferences, costs will be variable but are not expected to exceed £100.
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.
For the optional international placement opportunity, you are eligible to cover all of the travel and accommodation fees associated with this. This is an option and does not have to be undertaken to complete the degree.
Travel costs (Optional)
Travel costs for work-based learning opportunities may be incurred. 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.
Books & printed material (Optional)
You are encouraged to use the library and online resources for all reading materials (some will be available digitally also). However, you may choose to purchase some or all of the recommended textbooks yourself. Given the availability of library and online resources and individual preferences, costs will be variable but are not expected to exceed £100.
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 BA 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
Books & printed material (Optional)
You are encouraged to use the library and online resources for all reading materials (some will be available digitally also). However, you may choose to purchase some or all of the recommended textbooks yourself. Given the availability of library and online resources and individual preferences, costs will be variable but are not expected to exceed £100.
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 (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.