SAAS course fees turned down (Scotland)

[candle18]

Can anyone give advice. My son got to the end of third year at uni but due to mental health problems during the year, failed to sit most of the exams and would have to repeat third year if he wanted to continue. He admitted that he hated the course and that he wanted to leave. He applied for a totally different degree, wanting to start again and thought he would get another 2 years funding (SAAS give 4 plus 1).

He’s started the course but had an email saying he won’t get course fees as it’s a second degree. I’m assuming this is because he completed 3 years. Does anyone think there could be an appeal on medical grounds?

Also, if he has to self fund, will it still be £1800 per year and would he still be eligible for a student loan? Thanks

Has he been awarded a general degree by the university?? Your DS should probably still be able to receive funding for an honours year but may have to fund the first 3 years of a new degree. I don’t think he’ll be eligible for maintenance if they won’t pay tuition.

Re medical/health problems SAAS do say get in touch with them so it’s probably worth calling though I have no idea if likelihood of success.