Disputes, appeals and fraudulent applications

Disputes and appeals

If you disagree with the decision reached, you have the right to request a review of your application.

To initiate the review process, please email your review request to studentfunding@ed.ac.uk.

Clearly state the grounds for appeal and, if applicable, provide additional documentary evidence.

A member of the management team will then review and reassess your application with the new information. We will contact you if we require any further documentation.

When to appeal

Financial support for all students - within 14 days of receiving your decision

Childcare fund - within 14 days of receiving your decision.

Nursing fund - within 14 days of receiving your decision.

Learning opportunity fund - within 5 days of receiving your decision.

Participation fund - within 5 days of receiving your decision.

We would advise you to complete the following financial planning documents and include them with your appeal.

1. Budget Planner - A free online budget planning tool available at MoneyHelper.
2. Bill Prioritiser - Helps you determine which debts or bills are of utmost importance, available at MoneyHelper.

Individuals seeking to appeal decisions regarding the Participation and Learning Opportunity Fund are encouraged to reach out to studentfunding@ed.ac.uk. Please note that the appeal process may differ from the one outlined earlier.

Final appeal

If you are still unhappy with the review's outcome, you can appeal in writing to the Head of Service. They will handle the final appeal. Tell us clearly how you believe an incorrect decision has been made. The final decision will be sent in writing within 28 working days.

We are happy to go through our assessment of your application, which is made against the framework and within Scottish Government regulations. We are audited annually to ensure we have appropriately dispersed funds. 

If you are still not satisfied with the service you have received, consider reviewing the University Complaint Handling procedure.

Fraudulent applications

If we suspect you have submitted a fraudulent application or supporting document,  or if you neglect to declare any sources of income or savings,  we will investigate. The matter will be addressed within regulations 12.4 of the Student Code of Conduct . 

If it is decided that your application is fraudulent, you have to pay back your award in full.