Universities
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Purpose-Built Student Accommodation - ending student tenancies: consultation
Consultation seeking views on the circumstances under which tenancies in Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) may be ended, the process to be followed and evidence required to support requests to end such tenancies.
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Support for part-time study and disabled students: consultation analysis - qualitative research findings summary (strand 3)
Summary of the qualitative research findings (strand 3) of the consultation on support for part-time study and disabled students.
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Support for part-time study and disabled students: consultation analysis
This report provides an analysis of responses and key findings from the consultation on support for part-time study and disabled students.
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Support for part-time study and disabled students: consultation analysis - summary of Citizen Space findings (strand 1)
This is a summary of the Citizen Space findings (Strand 1) of the consultation on support for part-time study and disabled students.
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Support for part-time study and disabled students: consultation analysis - easy read version
Easy read version of the analysis of responses and key findings from the consultation on support for part-time study and disabled students.
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Support for part-time study and disabled students: consultation analysis - technical annex
This Technical Annex provides supporting information to the analysis of the consultation on support for part-time study and disabled students.
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Rising attainment among school leavers
Positive destinations second highest on record.
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School leaver attainment and destinations
An Accredited Official Statistics publication for Scotland.
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Commissioner for Fair Access: annual report 2025/26
In the seventh annual report from the Commissioner for Fair Access - and second from the current Commissioner - the Commissioner celebrates the work done so far to make access to higher education fairer, noting that it is now time to pivot and introduce a new phase of work.
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Widening university access
Highest number of enrolments from most deprived areas.
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Bill to redesign skills landscape passed
Funding for colleges, universities and apprentices now in same place
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Tackling gender-based violence on campus
New requirements for colleges and universities proposed.
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Supporting Education and Skills
Investment of £3.5 billion in budget.
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Supporting fair work practices
Colleges and universities to widen compliance.
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Boosting trade and clean energy
Partnership to increase economic opportunities with the Greater Paris Region.
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Undertaking domestic homicide and suicide reviews: draft statutory guidance - consultation
We are consulting on our draft statutory guidance that will support the undertaking of domestic homicide and suicide reviews in Scotland which are expected to commence on 1 April 2026. The responses received will help to further refine the statutory guidance prior to publication.
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Scottish Education Exchange Programme (SEEP) Test and Learn Project Evaluation
The Scottish Government introduced the Scottish Education Exchange Programme (SEEP) Test and Learn Project to support Scotland’s post-Brexit international education ambitions and address gaps left by the UK’s withdrawal from the Erasmus+ programme.
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British Sign Language (Scotland) Act 2015 - recommendations: SG response
Sets out a range of government actions in response to recommendations made by the Equalities, Human Rights, and Civil Justice report into the BSL (Scotland) Act 2015, the BSL National Plan 2023-2029, and BSL Local Plans by listed authorities.
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Scotland's Learning Estate Strategy: "Connecting People, Places and Learning"
The Learning Estate Strategy and its guiding principles provide a platform for investment in the learning estate across Scotland and set out our strategic approach for managing the learning estate.
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Digital strategy for Scotland: vision statement
This strategic vision sets out our ambition to build a nation where digital connects our people to opportunities, creates economic growth and delivers improved public services. It contributes to public service reform and is a collaboration between the Scottish Government and local government.
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Student Finance and Wellbeing Study Scotland 2023/24: literature review
Student income and expenditure in Scotland: a supporting literature review for the Student Finance and Wellbeing Study Scotland, academic year 2023 to 2024.
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Funding awarded for innovation projects
£2.95 million awarded to harness academic ideas for commercial use.
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Reforming post-school funding
Stage 1 vote backed by MSPs
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Centre for Teaching Excellence launches
Putting Scotland at the forefront of global practice.
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Extra support in the classroom
University tutors to provide help for those who need it most.
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University of Dundee: Strategic Advisory Taskforce report
The University of Dundee Strategic Advisory Taskforce was established by Scottish Ministers, working with the University, Scottish Funding Council and Dundee City Council, to provide advice to inform decisions on the University's future. This is the final report of the Taskforce.
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Record university acceptances for 18-year-olds from deprived areas.
Increase in Scottish entrants.
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Direct support for Dundee University
Public funding in response to unprecedented situation.
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Boosting university spin-outs
Capitalising on Scottish innovation, ideas and expertise.
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Social work bursary increase
Supporting postgraduate students with living costs and course fees.
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University of Dundee Taskforce holds first meeting
Commitment to ensure vital institution thrives.
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Education Secretary visits University of Dundee
Taskforce membership is announced.
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Student mental health action plan: equality impact assessment results
Summary of the results for the Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) undertaken to consider the impacts on equality of the Student Mental Health Action Plan; this has been done in line with the Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED) and the Equality Act 2010 (Specific)(Scotland) Regulations 2012.
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Student mental health action plan: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment
Assessment of the impact of the student mental health action plan on the rights and wellbeing of children; this has been carried out in line with the duties placed on Scottish Ministers under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (Incorporation) (Scotland) Act 2024.
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Student mental health action plan: Fairer Scotland Duty summary
Assessment of how the Student Mental Health Action Plan contributes to the reduction of inequalities of outcome caused by socio-economic disadvantage. This is in line with the Fairer Scotland Duty (the Duty), Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
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Securing a successful future for the University of Dundee
Expert group convened to support institution.
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International education strategy: annual report 2024 to 2025
Scotland's international education strategy annual report 2024-2025 is the first published report against the actions in the original strategy It summarises progress against the three themes and sets out priorities for the year ahead to be delivered in collaboration with colleges and universities.
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Widening access to university education
Rise in students from most deprived areas.
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Sustainability support for universities
Further £10 million for Scottish Funding Council to support the sector.
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Financial support for student carers
Carers in education urged not to miss out on extra money.
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Tertiary Education and Training (Funding and Governance) (Scotland) Bill - Island Community Impact Assessment (ICIA)
Island Community Impact Assessment (ICIA) for the Tertiary Education and Training (Funding and Governance) Bill
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Tertiary Education and Training (Funding and Governance) (Scotland) Bill - Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)
Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) for the Tertiary Education and Training (Funding and Governance) Bill
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Tertiary Education and Training (Funding and Governance) (Scotland) Bill - Business and Regulatory Impact Assessment (BRIA)
Business and Regulatory Impact Assessment (BRIA) for the Tertiary Education and Training (Funding and Governance) Bill
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Tertiary Education and Training (Funding and Governance) (Scotland) Bill - Strategic Environment Assessment (SEA) Pre-Screening Notification
Strategic Environment Assessment (SEA) Pre-Screening Notification for the Tertiary Education and Training (Funding and Governance) Bill
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Tertiary Education and Training (Funding and Governance) (Scotland) Bill - Fairer Scotland Duty (FSD) Summary
Fairer Scotland Duty (FSD) Summary for the Tertiary Education and Training (Funding and Governance) Bill
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Tertiary Education and Training (Funding and Governance) (Scotland) Bill - Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) Record
Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) Record for the Tertiary Education and Training (Funding and Governance) Bill
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Tertiary Education and Training (Funding and Governance) (Scotland) Bill - Child Rights and Wellbeing Impact Assessment (CRWIA)
Child Rights and Wellbeing Impact Assessment (CRWIA) for the Tertiary Education and Training (Funding and Governance) Bill
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Reforming the skills system
Tertiary Education and Training Bill published.
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Post-school funding body landscape simplification: outline business case
Appraisal of three shortlisted options to simplify Scotland’s post-school funding body landscape. This Project aims to strengthen the foundations and build a flexible, agile and responsive post-school education, skills and research system to meet Scotland's needs.
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Delivering a world-class skills system
Reform of national education bodies.
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Scottish Graduate Visa proposed
First Minister outlines plans to help grow Scotland’s economy.
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Student mental health action plan
Plan to address student mental health, through effective collaborative working across colleges, universities, NHS Boards, Integrated Joint Boards, Public Health Scotland, Health and Social Care Partnerships, and the third sector.
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Afghan medical students arrive safely in Scotland
Education Secretary welcomes students.
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Record number of Scottish students secure university place
Number of students from most deprived areas also hits new high.
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Learning: For All. For Life. A report from the Independent Review of Community Learning and Development (CLD)
This is the Report of the Independent Review of Community Learning and Development (CLD), which was led by Kate Still. The Independent Review began in December 2023 and was commissioned by the Minister for Higher and Further Education; and Veterans.
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Learning: For All. For Life. A report from the Independent Review of Community Learning and Development (CLD) – Learners Summary
This is a Learners Summary of the Report of the Independent Review of Community Learning and Development (CLD). The review was led by Kate Still. It began in December 2023 and was commissioned by the Minister for Higher and Further Education; and Veterans.
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Making sure that young people have the right support when they leave care: consultation - easy read
This easy read version of the consultation asks for views on the support available to young people as they leave care and become adults.
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Final report of the Access Data Short-Life Working Group
The Access Data Short-life Working Group (SLWG) was formed to consider possible data sources to complement SIMD. This report is the output of that group.
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Post-school education and skills reform legislation: consultation
We are consulting on proposals for legislation to change what public bodies do in the post-school system in order to simplify responsibilities for apprenticeships and student support.
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Progressing post-school reform
Delivery of funding and student support.
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Education (Scotland) Bill: equality impact assessment
Equality impact assessment (EQIA) for the Education (Reform) Bill.
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Education (Scotland) Bill: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment
Child rights and wellbeing impact assessment(CRWIA) for the Education (Reform) Bill.
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Education (Scotland) Bill: island communities impact assessment
Island communities impact assessment (ICIA) for the Education (Reform) Bill.
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Education (Scotland) Bill: data protection impact assessment
Data protection impact assessment (DPIA) for the Education (Reform) Bill.
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Land-based Learning Review report: SG response
The Scottish Government response to the Independent Commission for the Land-Based Learning Review that reported to Ministers with 22 recommendations to attract and equip more people, particularly women and young people, with the skills and knowledge needed to work in land-based and aquaculture sectors.
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Enhanced opportunities for people of all ages
Commitment to the right to free education.
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Building a New Scotland: Education and lifelong learning in an independent Scotland
This paper sets out the Scottish Government's vision for Education and Lifelong Learning in an independent Scotland.
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Building a New Scotland: education and lifelong learning in Scotland - easy read
Easy read version of the Scottish Government's vision for education and lifelong learning in an independent Scotland.
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Summary statistics for attainment and initial leaver destinations, no. 6: 2024 edition
This statistical publication provides information on the educational attainment and initial destinations of 2022-23 school leavers from publicly funded schools in Scotland.
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Scotland's international education strategy
Scotland’s International Education Strategy sets out a framework to cement Scotland’s reputation as a world leader in education, research and knowledge exchange, working with universities and colleges to attract students and staff from outside the UK.
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Prostitution - challenging and deterring men's demand: strategic approach
Sets our our collective approach, working with stakeholders across the wider public and third sector, to challenge and deter men’s demand for prostitution and support those with experience of it.
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Teacher qualification in further education - draft guidance and general determination: consultation
We are seeking views on the proposed guidance document and general determination for the further education teaching programme.
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Higher education - renewing the alliance for fair access: annual report 2024
The sixth annual report of the Commissioner for Fair Access concludes that much has already been achieved in delivering fair access to higher education in Scotland, but Professor John H. McKendrick considers how the framework for promoting fair access can be strengthened.
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Special Support Payment: equality impact assessment
This equality impact assessment (EQIA) considers the impact on full-time higher education students following the introduction of a Special Support Loan to the main undergraduate and postgraduate funding packages.
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Further or higher education - student financial support for asylum seekers: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment
Child rights and wellbeing impact assessment (CRWIA) for the provision of support for young unaccompanied asylum seekers and children of asylum seekers wishing to undertake a course of further or higher education in Scotland.
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Student financial support - relevant connection to Scotland: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment
Child rights and wellbeing impact assessment (CRWIA) for access to home fee status/ student financial support in relation to those considered to have a Relevant Connection to Scotland.
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Ukrainian nationals resettled in the UK - student support eligibility criteria date restriction: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment
Child rights and wellbeing impact assessment (CRWIA) for applying a relevant date restriction to student support eligibility criteria for Ukrainian nationals resettled in the UK.
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Education: National Improvement Framework and improvement plan 2024
Sets out the vision and priorities for Scottish education that have been agreed across the system, and the national improvement activity that needs to be undertaken to help deliver those key priorities.
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Children and families workforce: mapping of professional qualification routes
Commissioned as part of the National Trauma Transformation Programme, this research aimed to map the learner journeys of five sectors of the Children and Families workforce including School Nursing, Health Visiting, Children and Families Social Work, Residential Childcare and Secure Care.
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UK Employer Skills Survey 2022 – Scotland Report
Publication of Scotland results from the UK Employer Skills Survey 2022.
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Education - tuition fee and living cost support residency criteria change: equality impact assessment
Equality impact assessment (EQIA) results for changes to the residency eligibility criteria for access to tuition fee and living cost support for those considered to have a relevant connection to Scotland.
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Education - asylum seekers tuition fee rate and support eligibility change: equality impact assessment
Equality impact assessment (EQIA) summary for changes to the eligibility criteria for access to the home tuition fee rate and tuition fee support for young unaccompanied asylum seekers and children of asylum seekers.
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Ukrainian nationals resettled in the UK - student support eligibility criteria: equality impact assessment
Equality impact assessment (EQIA) summary relating to the application of the relevant date provision to the student eligibility criteria for Ukrainian nationals resettled in the UK.
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Support for the Veterans and Armed Forces Community 2023
This report highlights our continuing support for the Veterans and Armed Forces community in Scotland and provides an update on this year’s achievements and work undertaken to improve support and access to services for our Armed Forces, Veterans and their families.
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Postgraduate Review - Postgraduate Study in the Rest of the United Kingdom - Introduction of Financial Support Package: Equality Impact Assessment – Results
The equality impact assessment (EQIA) considered the impact of expanding the SAAS postgraduate support package to offer funding for postgraduate students studying courses in the rest of the UK.
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Postgraduate Review - Postgraduate Study at a Validated Private Provider - Introduction of Financial Support Package Equality Impact Assessment – Results
The equality impact assessment (EQIA) considered the impact of expanding the SAAS postgraduate support package to offer funding for postgraduate students studying at designated/validated private providers.
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Postgraduate Review - Increase to the Postgraduate Tuition Fee Loan Equality Impact Assessment – Results
The equality impact assessment (EQIA) considered the impact increasing the amount of tuition fee loan available to postgraduate students would have on protected characteristics.
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Postgraduate Review - Postgraduate Certificates Equality Impact Assessment – Results
The equality impact assessment (EQIA) considered the impact of not expanding the SAAS postgraduate support package to offer funding for postgraduate certificates. It identified that there was minimal impact on protected characteristics.
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Exam results support for pupils
Advice on next steps.
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Call to UK Government to secure future of research funding programme
First Minister writes to Prime Minister on Horizon Europe.
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Summer support for students: review
We recognise the need to deliver a long-term sustainable solution for supporting students over the summer months. This report details interim recommendations, progress to date and the next steps to achieving our long term goal of tackling inequality.
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Post-school education, research and skills - purpose and principles
The Purpose and Principles, Initial Priorities and supporting documents set out the framework for decision making for post-school education, skills and research to ensure the system is fit for the future, delivering the best outcomes for learners, employers and the public investment we make.
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Post-school education and skills
Key reforms and actions announced.
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Learning for sustainability: action plan 2023 to 2030 - Gaelic translation
Scotland's learning for sustainability action plan 2023 to 2030 "Target 2030: A movement for people, planet and prosperity " aims to build an inspiring movement for change so every 3 to 18 place of education becomes a sustainable learning setting by 2030.
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Learning for sustainability: action plan 2023 to 2030
Scotland's learning for sustainability action plan 2023 to 2030 "Target 2030: A movement for people, planet and prosperity " aims to build an inspiring movement for change so every 3 to 18 place of education becomes a sustainable learning setting by 2030.
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Fit for the Future: developing a post-school learning system to fuel economic transformation
Report of Independent Review of the Skills Delivery Landscape provided to Scottish Ministers by James Withers. The Review considered skills functions and remits of Scotland's national public bodies, making 15 recommendations for future adaptations to support the National Strategy for Economic Transformation.
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National discussion on education: equality impact assessment
Equality impact assessment (EQIA) for the National Discussion on Education.
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Tha Gach Neach-ionnsachaidh ann an Alba Cudromach: Ar Deasbad Nàiseanta Geàrr-aithisg
Deasbad Nàiseanta air Foghlam – geàrr-aithisg
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All Learners in Scotland Matter - national discussion on education: final report
Final report of the National Discussion on Education.
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All Learners in Scotland Matter - national discussion on education: summary report
A summary of the final report of the National Discussion on Education.
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Further and higher education - residency criteria for access to financial support: consultation analysis
Our response to a 2023 consultation on the financial support residency conditions across Further and Higher Education. It includes information on the changes being made to the residency eligibility criteria.
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Student support
Changes to residency conditions to be introduced for 2023-24 academic year.
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Equality, opportunity, community: New leadership - A fresh start
This publication sets out the First Minister’s vision for Scotland and the outcomes he and his government aim to achieve by 2026.
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Qualifications and Assessment Review: consultation analysis
This is an independent report by The Lines Between. It was commissioned by Scottish Government on behalf of Professor Louise Hayward as part of the independent Review of Qualifications and Assessment. The report contains an analysis of the responses received to the Phase Two public consultation.
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Higher Education student support package increase: equality impact assessment
The equality impact assessment (EQIA) considered the impact of the increase to the Higher Education package of support from £8,100 to £9,000. It identified that in general the increase is seen as a positive change as it encourages students in Scotland to enter and remain in higher education.
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Increased support for students
Uplift in bursaries and loan packages.
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Call to re-join research funding programme
UK Government urged to secure Horizon Europe opportunity.
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More Scottish students than ever in Scotland’s universities
A record 183,025 studied at Scottish universities in 2021-22.
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National Mission to close attainment gap
Scotland's councils set out ambitions to help young people succeed.
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University places for most deprived at record high
Tackling the attainment gap.
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Over 90% of Scottish university leavers in positive destinations
Rise in graduates finding work or further study.
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Scotland leads UK on university students from deprived areas
Widening access an “unambiguous success”.
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Access to Higher Education
Record number of students from deprived areas at university.
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Free tuition for displaced Ukrainian students
Costs covered from start of academic year.
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Cost of living support
Financial lifeline for students.
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Record number of students from deprived areas at university
Overall record enrolments at Scottish institutions.
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Young Scots work promise
£70 million investment in youth employment.
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Applicants to Scottish universities at record high
11% rise in individuals applying from most deprived areas.
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Franco-Scottish links in research, innovation and higher education
Overview of Franco-Scottish higher education and research partnerships including analysis and recommendations for furthering collaboration between France and Scotland.
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Support for students impacted by COVID-19
£20 million of additional funding.
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Expanding the national vaccination programme
Roll-out to include international students.
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Education recovery: next steps
SQA and Education Scotland to be reformed.
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STEM teacher education bursary: eligibility criteria
Details of the eligibility criteria for the STEM teacher education bursary.
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Support for international students
Rules relaxed to help those needing financial support.
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Focus on completing courses
Group meets to consider ways to support students.
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Support for students in hardship
£30 million of additional funding.
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Erasmus+ exchange programme
Joint statement confirms work will continue to secure the benefits of programme.
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Student loan repayment threshold increase: equality impact assessment
Equality impact assessment (EQIA) identified that increasing the repayment threshold, in general, had a positive impact for students in repayment by ensuring they are supported during their studies and after they graduate and creating a more stable position for borrowers.
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College and university returns postponed
Changes reflect current status of coronavirus, reality of new strain, and rise in cases in recent weeks.
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Erasmus loss ‘a huge blow’
Concern over alternative scheme.
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Financial support for students
Extra £5 million to help those facing hardship.
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Extra funding for student associations
£750,000 to assist with more welfare advice on campuses.
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Staggered return to campus for university students
Further COVID testing before restart of new term.
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Helping students home at the end of term
Plans to support students to return safely.
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SQA awards 2021
Plans for Highers to go ahead; National 5 exams replaced.
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Supporting education staff
COVID-19 antibody survey.
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Support for self-isolating students
Minister says physical and mental wellbeing the priority
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Medical degrees at the University of St. Andrews
Bill to remove archaic legislative prohibition.
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Student accommodation guidance on visits home
Students encouraged to stay on campus.
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Cash boost for joint Scottish-Asian research
New Fund to focus on economic, social recovery from COVID-19.
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Health guidance for students
Clinicians outline when to seek a COVID-19 test.
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Safe return to campuses
Updated guidance for colleges, universities and student accommodation.
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Support for 178,180 students tops £1 billion
Non-repayable bursaries and grants rise 13.4%.
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Higher Education Student Support for Scotland 2019-2020
A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.
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University places
Rise in Scottish students being accepted.
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Funding boost for science centres
Extra £2m to mitigate the impact of COVID-19.
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Update on HE and FE support
New EU students to start paying for Scottish places from 2021/22
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Promoting skills and employment
Expert report welcomed.
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Safe return to college and university
Guidance maps out full reopening of Scottish campuses.
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School leaver destinations
Proportion of young people in work, training or further study remains high.
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School leaver follow-up destinations
A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.
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Scottish research facing twin threats of COVID and Brexit
Minister tells UK Government that urgent support needed within days.
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Summer support for students
Earlier financial help for those facing hardship.
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Review of further and higher education support
Scottish Funding Council to consider its model in light of COVID-19.
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Colleges and universities preparing for phased return
Minister reiterates message, Scottish institutions open for business.
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£75 million boost for Scottish university research
One-off Government payment to help mitigate financial effects of COVID-19.
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Reassurance for students during coronavirus outbreak
Extra time for prospective students to decide.
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Supporting universities
Scottish Government committed to mitigating the effects of COVID-19.
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Extra hardship payments for students
Emergency funds offered during coronavirus outbreak.
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Update on school closures and exams
Exams will not go ahead, teaching, learning and support can continue with local flexibility.
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STEM Bursaries increased
Latest STEM Bursary Scheme opens for applications on Monday 16 March.
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Reducing inequity in STEM subjects
Inspiring people of all ages to upskill and tackle the global climate emergency.
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Coronavirus guidance issued for education providers
Specific advice for students and staff.
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Minister meets Erasmus+ exchange students in Aberdeen
Efforts to be stepped up to protect further and higher education after Brexit.
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New research to focus on estranged students
Government to work with leading charity on identifying key facts and issues.
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Access to postgraduate study - representation and destinations: discussion paper
Independent paper from the Commissioner for Fair Access considering representation of students from the most deprived areas of Scotland in postgraduate study and their destinations.
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Access to higher education continues to widen
Scottish universities ‘ahead of schedule’ on closing deprivation gap.
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Indian alumni to help promote studying in Scotland
Government launches major push to nurture connections across India.
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More mental health support for students
Funding to appoint counsellors in colleges and universities.
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More money going to more students from SAAS
£981.5 million worth of support given to 178,810 students.
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Higher Education Student Support for Scotland 2018-2019
A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.
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Improving access to education for care-experienced students
Upper age limit of bursary will be removed.
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More posts for trainee doctors
Funding for Foundation Training.
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Brexit impact on universities
Ministers write to Education Secretary to ask for clarity on rules for EU students following Brexit.
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Sanitary products anniversary
Millions of free period products delivered.
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Response to UK Government announcement of new immigration route for international students
Minister for Further and Higher Education Richard Lochhead responds to UK Government announcement of new immigration route for international students.
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Agreement on immigration changes for Scottish higher education
Parliament calls on UK Government to extend leave to remain and reintroduce post-study work visa.
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Doubts over Erasmus+ after EU exit
Concern that UK Government could consider international exchange programme for England only.
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Post study work visa options: an international comparative review
This report presents the main findings of a literature review examining how the UK’s post-study work offer compares with those of its key competitor countries.
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Welcome for EU students and staff
Lochhead writes to EU Ministers on Scotland’s colleges and universities during Brexit uncertainty.
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Universities hit by Brexit
UK Government urged again to guarantee EU students can complete courses in Scotland.
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Longitudinal Educational Outcomes from Universities 2016/17
Official Statistics Publications for Scotland.
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Extension of free tuition for EU students
Support confirmed for 2020/21 academic year.
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University applications, offers and acceptances: trends
A response to the recommendation regarding applications, offer rates and acceptances made by Audit Scotland in its 2016 audit of higher education in Scottish universities.
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Support for students after EU exit
Funding available to 'UK Returners' for seven years.
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Students returning after Brexit
Support for Scottish students in face of ‘untenable’ costs.
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STEM Bursary applications open
Home Economics included for first time.
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Access to financial support for students expanded
New funding for postgraduate studies.
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Immigration threat to universities
Ministers call on UK Government to reconsider post-Brexit immigration policy.
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More support for student wellbeing
Mental health services at colleges and universities.
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Record number of students from deprived areas at university
Positive progress on equal access to higher education.
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Investing in research and innovation
£5 million to support links between academic research and industry.
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Higher Education Student Support for Scotland 2017-18
A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.
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Record number of students from deprived areas accepted to university
New record for third year in row as acceptance rate rises 5%
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Recruiting international students
Japan joins star programme.
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Tackling sexual violence and harassment on campus
New toolkit to address gender-based violence in universities and colleges.
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Apply Now! SAAS open for 2018 funding applications
Issued on behalf of the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS).
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Final chance to submit 2017-18 SAAS applications
Issued on behalf of the Student Awards Agency Scotland.
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Supporting new STEM teachers
Training bursaries available from April.
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Two additional universities to offer Teacher Education
£1.3m for new courses.
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Applicant boost for Scottish universities
Scotland bucks UK trend as more students apply for a university place.
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Further increase in Scots studying at university
More university students taking education and science subjects.
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New support for distance learning postgraduate students
Access to tuition fee and living cost loans expanded.
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Report from the Commissioner for Fair Access
Minister comments on Commissioner’s first annual report.
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Record number of Scots going to Scottish universities
Over 1,000 more Scottish students accepted onto courses.
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Record number of Scots accepted to university
UCAS figures also show highest ever acceptances to Scottish universities.
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Independent review of student support
Minister thanks Review Group for their report.
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Widening access to medicine
Course to help less affluent students will continue.
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Improving Choices in Postgraduate Education through Student Support Reform
Issued on behalf of SAAS.