The Scottish government will continue to offer free tuition to BBC Scotland students starting their course in March 2019 , with fees paid throughout the course, even after Brexit occurs in the 2019/2020 academic year . "This will provide confidence for prospective EU students considering coming to study in Scotland, as well as the clarity that our institutions require in order to plan for that academic year. European ministers have said that the guarantee will offer prospective students reassurance and give universities time to prepare. The move is intended to "send a strong message to current and prospective students - you are welcome here", said Shirley-Anne Somerville , higher education minister for Brexit .
The Scottish government will continue to offer free tuition to BBC Scotland students starting their course in March 2019 , with fees paid throughout the course, even after Brexit occurs in the 2019/2020 academic year . European ministers have said that the guarantee will offer prospective students reassurance and give universities time to prepare. The move is intended to "send a strong message to current and prospective students - you are welcome here", said Shirley-Anne Somerville , higher education minister for Brexit .