Publication - Impact assessment
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.
Summary of aims and desired outcomes of Policy
Relevant National Outcomes:
- We respect, protect and fulfil human rights and live free from discrimination
- We are well educated, skilled and able to contribute to society
The current support package offers a maximum of £8,100 to Care Experienced students, Estranged students and students from the lowest household income brackets. This policy change will see the maximum support available to students increased to £9,000.
Contact
Email: SFS_Policy@gov.scot
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