Digital Inclusion Programme

The University of Strathclyde Digital Inclusion Programme is a technology loan scheme for students who reside in the UK and do not have access to an appropriate PC or Laptop to support their learning.

Laptop Loan Scheme

The University has laptops available for loan for students who do not have access to an appropriate PC or laptop to support their learning. These laptops have been funded through the University’s Discretionary fund allocation from SAAS, so as well as demonstrating need for a device students must also meet eligibility criteria:

Residence Conditions:

Students must meet the residence requirements for SAAS, Student Finance England, Student Finance Wales or Student Finance Northern Ireland living cost support and have taken out the maximum student loan available to them. The scheme is open to students who have a household income of below £34,999 per annum. SAAS funded students can demonstrate this by providing a copy of their award letter confirming they are in receipt of an enhanced student loan and/or bursary; and students from the rest of the UK can demonstrate this by supplying their award notice which provides a reference of this. If you meet these conditions, then you can apply if you meet one or more of the following criteria:

Undergraduate Students:

• Are care experienced
• Are in receipt of a University STAR Scholarship
• Are receiving SAAS support that includes an enhanced student loan (for Independent Students) or a Young Students’ Bursary
• Are in need of a device to support your learning

Postgraduate Students

• Are care experienced
• Are in need of a device to support your learning

In addition, if you are eligible for the above and also are unable to access a reliable wifi or broadband connection to support your learning from your home or student accommodation, we can offer a grant of £150 to support you in purchasing data/wifi.