Commenting on the joint statement today by Universities UK and GuildHE on greater transparency about additional course costs, Sir Martin Harris, Director of Fair Access to Higher Education, said:
“I am pleased to see that Universities UK and GuildHE will be encouraging their members to make sure prospective students get good-quality information about any extra costs associated with their courses, such as equipment and field trips.
“It’s important that people understand the full costs, and what help is available to cover them, when considering applying to higher education. Universities and colleges must also consider whether the financial support they provide, such as bursaries, takes into account any additional costs, to ensure that these do not deter prospective students from low-income backgrounds.”