This advice follows a recent case where a dependent based overseas with their serving parent was treated as an international student by a university admissions office, which led to the incorrect fees system being applied. This should not take place – any dependent accompanying their serving parent/s overseas should be treated as a UK resident.
The relevant regulation is Schedule 1 of The Education (Student Support) Regulations 2011, as amended by The Education (Student Fees, Awards and Support) Amendment (No 3) Regulations 2021.
Paras 4 and 5 of the amended Schedule state: