Channel Island students going to Welsh universities to be charged home fees

It follows a decision made by the Welsh Government. Credit: PA

Channel Island students who are going to Welsh universities from September 2022 will now be charged less.

It follows a decision made by the Welsh Government to charge Channel Island students home fees.

Many of the universities in Wales already charge Crown Dependency students home fees including students from the Channel Islands.

Jersey's Minister for Children and Education, Deputy Scott Wickenden, said: "This is wonderful news for students and families, as they can now apply to a Welsh university with complete clarity about the fees they'll be charged.

"Because this change applies to Master and PhD degrees, as well as undergraduate degrees, I hope it will enable more Jersey students to reach their potential at all levels."

Deputy Andrea Dudley-Owen, President of Guernsey's Committee for Education, Sport and Culture, said: “Our Committee is delighted with this change, which addresses an issue that I know has been of concern to a number of students and their families for some time now, particularly following the changes made last year relating to English universities.

"On average there are up to 35 students from the Bailiwick who go to universities and other higher education providers in Wales each year. I’m pleased the Welsh Government has recognised the value our students bring."