How to pay less for prescriptions, glasses and dental work
Did you know that students are eligible to apply for free or reduced health costs from the NHS? ![](https://blogs.brighton.ac.uk/studentadviceservice/files/2015/12/hc1-form11-2jb5onf-212x300.jpg)
Not everyone has to pay for NHS prescriptions – some people are exempt from paying due to their age, income, if they’re pregnant or have a particular chronic health condition.
Others may be able to get a reduction on how much they have to contribute, due to having a low income. This is known as the NHS Low Income Scheme.
You can get help with the cost of:
- NHS dental treatment
- Eye test, contact lenses and glasses
- Prescriptions
- Hospital travel
…………and more.
In order to benefit from this scheme, you need to make an application by completing a form (which looks like the one in the picture) and send in evidence.
You can either download and print a form at home or order one online – this will be posted out to you. If you ask for a postal pack, it may take longer but it will contain a return freepost envelope and won’t use up lots of ink cartridge!
There is set criteria, so do read the form carefully before you apply.
Please contact Student Advice by email: studentadvice@brighton.ac.uk if you have any questions. We can help you, but unfortunately we can’t tell you if you qualify or not.
Student Advice Service