Student Support and Accommodation

Student Support and Accommodation

Managing your money

Managing your money while you're studying at university is not always easy, but we can give you advice to help you budget realistically for your lifestyle and avoid getting in to hardship or debt. We’ve also produced a guide to give you an idea of how much you can expect to spend: How much money will I need to survive?

Contact: Student Support Administrator

Student Hardship Funds

If you get into financial difficulty, come into Student Support and Accommodation as soon as you can. We provide advice on budgeting and administer the Discretionary Hardship Fund and the Childcare Fund.

UK students

Discretionary Hardship Fund

The University receives money every year from the Scottish Government to assist students who are experiencing financial difficulty. Money is awarded for help with living costs (not fees) and is paid as a grant. The fund is discretionary. To be eligible you must:

  • be a registered student either full or part time
  • be in receipt of the full Student Loan you are entitled to
  • provide evidence of your financial situation through up to date bank statements etc.
  • demonstrate that you have tried to budget your finances

Childcare Fund

If you are a UK full-time student and in receipt of the full Student Loan you are entitled to, you can apply for assistance to help pay formal registered childcare costs.

International students

The University has set up its own fund to assist international students who get into financial difficulty. Money may be awarded for help with living costs (not fees) and is paid as a grant. The fund is discretionary and limited. To be eligible you must:

  • be a registered student
  • provide evidence of your financial situation through up to date bank statements
  • demonstrate that you have tried to budget your finances
  • demonstrate that you have experienced exceptional circumstances which have affected your financial situation

How to apply

If you have any questions please email studentsupport@hw.ac.uk

To apply, call into the office for an application form. We are opposite the shop in the Hugh Nisbet Building in Edinburgh and on the 1st floor of the High Mill at the Scottish Borders Campus.


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