12 University of Bath Finance, Scholarships and Bursaries ‘‘ Bath was my first choice but the scholarship made me even more determined to attend this university. I would like to thank my donor for the fantastic opportunity he has given me to excel. ’’ Melissa Adams (BSc Business Administration 2008-12), Victor Hall Scholar
General information 13 www.bath.ac.uk/study Tuition Fees Tuition fees cover the costs of your academic education at Bath. They include core teaching costs, Students’ Union charges, registration and examination fees. Supplementary examinations and re-examination fees, field trips, books and non-core equipment are not included. Relevant placement fees are charged during placement and study abroad years. If we offer you a place, we will decide whether you are a UK/EU or overseas student for fees purposes. We will then be in a position to give you more detailed information on the costs of your programme of study. UK and European Union Students Although this prospectus is produced for the guidance of students who wish to enter the University in the 2012-13 academic year, the University is not in a position to publish its tuition fees/ graduate contributions for 2012-13 at the time of going to press. This is because the prospectus was printed in December 2010 and at that time the University was still awaiting further information from the Department of Business, Innovation and Skills and the Higher Education funding Council for England about the funding framework for the 2012-13 academic session. Updated information will be available at: www.bath.ac.uk/study/ug/finance Overseas Students If you are an overseas student, you will not be able to apply for UK Government funding. You must make sure you can cover all your living expenses for each year of study. We want to make sure that your studies are not unnecessarily disrupted, and may therefore ask you for advance written evidence that you, your family or sponsor can pay the tuition fees. You must ensure that you have sufficient resources to cover tuition as well as living expenses before you accept any offer we make to you. University of Bath International Scholarships The University offers a small number of scholarships towards tuition fees for overseas fee paying undergraduates. For information on applying see: www.bath.ac.uk/international/finance Managing your mo ney The Student Information & Funding Team at The Student Services Centre provides a comprehensive and confidential service to all students. If you are student in need of advice on student support, budgeting or planning your finances, or a parent wanting guidance on study costs at the University of Bath, contact our Funding Advisers at The Student Services Centre. The Centre also publishes budget guides and information leaflets on all aspects of student funding. See: www.bath.ac.uk/studentservices/ money-service Student Information & Funding, 4 West, University of Bath, Bath, BA2 7AY Tel: +44 (0)1225 385538 Email: studentservices@bath.ac.uk Scholarships and Bursaries At the University of Bath we are committed to attracting the best and brightest students and encouraging them to benefit from everything that a Bath education has to offer, regardless of their financial circumstances. We are fortunate to be supported by a range of donors, including many university alumni, who share our pride in our students’ achievements. Scholarships The criteria for scholarships vary, but generally, they are awarded to exceptional students in order to enable them to continue to excel whilst at the University of Bath and beyond. The scholarships allow them to overcome any financial or other barriers that may prevent them reaching their full potential, and benefiting from everything the University of Bath experience can offer. In 2011 the University offered around 100 scholarships across all Faculties and Departments ranging from £1,000 to £3,000 pa. University of Bath Bursary The Bath Bursary Scheme has generously assisted almost 4,000 UK students from lower income families since 2006, typically providing each student with up to £1,200 per year on top of their Government Student Support. The Bath Bursary Scheme will be reviewed for 2012 entrants. For a full listing of scholarships and other awards, and information about how to apply, go to: www.bath.ac.uk/study/ug/finance/ funding ‘‘ I had been working as a waitress since I was 15 to try and fund myself through university but it just wasn’t enough. Without my scholarship I would never had made it to university in the first place. ‘‘ ’’ Sally Philips (Chemistry 2008-12), Alumni Fund Scholar (pictured left above) The scholarship has pushed me that extra 10 per cent. I want to be worthy of my award. ’’ Lewis Brimblecombe (Politics with Economics 2008-12), Alumni Fund Scholar Photo: Laura Craine