11.4
Circumstances in which refunds are not due
There is no refund available of non-refundable deposits.
There is no reduction or refund available if the duration of a module is one teaching block (normally 15
weeks or less) and withdrawal takes place after the official start date of the module.
There is no reduction or refund available in respect of module(s) where the credit has been awarded,
or recommended, following the completion of the process of assessing a claim for Accredited Prior
Experiential Learning (RP(E)L).
The University does not refund monies to students that they have not paid but that are accounted for on
the student record in the form of fee reductions, scholarships or bursaries.
11.5
Do I have to pay a deposit?
You may be required to pay a deposit and if you are required, it will be indicated in your offer letter and
payment of the deposit will be a condition of acceptance. It is also a requirement for students requiring
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Where can I find more information?
If you have any questions arising from this Fees Policy or these sites, you should contact Student Financial
Support and Helpdesk Manager.
Fees Policy for Students year of entry 2023/24
© The University of Reading, July 2022
a Student Route visa in order to be issued with a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS).
The balance of the first instalment of your Tuition Fees is payable at enrolment.
Is my deposit refundable?
You will be informed in your offer letter whether your deposit is refundable or non-refundable.
Refundable deposits will be subject to an administration charge.
Where deposits are non-refundable they will only be returned (less any applicable administration
charge), where:
a)
you fail to meet the conditions of your offer;
•
you are unable to be issued with a visa; or
•
you decide to cancel your contract with the University within 14 days of the later of your
acceptance of the offer or the University receiving the deposit monies; or
•
as otherwise set out in your relevant Deposit Terms and Conditions.
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Am I exempt from paying a deposit?
You may not be required to pay a deposit if you are:
In each case you must provide the University with proof of sponsorship as requested by it.
b)
sponsored in full by a Government (UK or other);
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sponsored for the full tuition fees by the University;
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sponsored in full by another (UK or non-UK) Educational institution;
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sponsored in full by an International Scholarship Agency (e.g. a Chevening Scholarship);
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sponsored in full by a recognised company or organisation;
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in receipt of US Federal loans or any other US Government Financial Aid which is certified and
received by the University;
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in receipt of a Norwegian or Swiss Government Loan; or
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in receipt of a UK Postgraduate loan confirmed by the University.
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This section of the Fees Policy provides you with links to additional information. It does not form part of
your terms and conditions with the University. The University is not responsible for the content of external
sites.
a)
The relevant Student Finance authority or the Government website can provide more information on
student tuition fees:
b)
Student Finance England
www.gov.uk/browse/education/student-finance
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Student Finance Wales (SFW) or Local Education Authority (LEA)
www.studentfinancewales.co.uk/
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Student Finance Northern Ireland (SFNI)
www.studentfinanceni.co.uk
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Student Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS)
www.saas.gov.uk
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Further information regarding payment methods can be found
here
.
c)
The University offers a variety of bursaries, scholarships and discounts to its students. Full details of
these, including the eligibility criteria, are available via your School or Department.
d)
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