Student Services and Amenities Fee

Supporting your life outside the classroom

At Bond University, the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) helps fund a wide range of non-academic services that make your campus experience more enjoyable and supportive. These include:

  • Sport and recreation
  • Student advocacy and legal services
  • Career and employment advice
  • Orientation activities
  • Food services
  • Student support services

What is the SSAF?

The SSAF aims to provide a balanced, practical approach to funding campus services and amenities of a non-academic nature, such as sporting and recreational activities, student advocacy and legal services, employment and career advice, orientation activities and food services. The Student Services and Amenities Fee is an amount that all enrolled students are required to pay to support these services regardless of whether the student chooses to use any of the amenities or services or their level of engagement with these services.

You can view the current SSAF fees, along with payment options and exemptions on the Fees and Other Costs page.

Have Your Say

Bond encourages students to share feedback about SSAF. If you have suggestions or comments, email the SSAF Committee at [email protected].

Fees and other costs

When planning your studies at Bond, it’s important to understand the fees and costs involved, including tuition fees, compulsory charges, and other potential expenses.

How is SSAF funding spent?

  • The majority of incoming SSAF each semester is allocated directly to the student association (BUSA), typically amounting to approximately 50–60% of the total SSAF collected across the calendar year. BUSA is responsible for distributing these funds to its affiliated bodies being student clubs and societies. The student association uses the approved portion of it's allocated SSAF to support the following areas:

    • Internal administration and mechanisations as an Incorporated Association and the overarching student body.
    • Coordination of social events for the students which are run throughout the semester.
    • Support of student representation for student welfare, education, advocacy, inclusion and communication.
    • Distribution to the array of student clubs and societies on campus for social, academic and welfare based events.
    • Support to Bond Sport for the enhancement of sport and recreation on campus
    • Special projects aimed at student wellbeing, advocacy and mental health.

  • Sport, health and fitness are integral to the student experience on campus. SSAF funding supports this by ensuring students have free membership to the sports centre and associated facilities. 

    It also contributes to:

    • Funding for student sports clubs and activities
    • Subsidies for external competition participation
    • Support for events such as the University National Games

    These initiatives promote physical wellbeing, foster community engagement, and enhance the overall student experience.

    Sport at bond

  • Bond University and BUSA collaborate on special projects and initiatives designed to enhance the student experience. These initiatives typically focus on areas of legislated SSAF funding that remain unallocated during the initial budgeting process.

    Examples of such projects include:

    • Upgrades to club sporting facilities and equipment
    • Wellness and mental health initiatives
    • Community engagement and sustainability programs

  • SSAF supports the orientation process to welcome new students into the university experience, providing an immersive array of both social and informative events to assist with the introduction to campus life. Orientation Week at Bond is your launchpad into university life, helping you connect with peers, staff, and faculty while getting familiar with campus services and facilities. From campus tours and student ID setup to faculty welcomes and social mixers, it ensures you're confident, connected, and ready to thrive before classes begin.

The majority of incoming SSAF each semester is allocated directly to the student association (BUSA), typically amounting to approximately 50–60% of the total SSAF collected across the calendar year. BUSA is responsible for distributing these funds to its affiliated bodies being student clubs and societies. The student association uses the approved portion of it's allocated SSAF to support the following areas:

  • Internal administration and mechanisations as an Incorporated Association and the overarching student body.
  • Coordination of social events for the students which are run throughout the semester.
  • Support of student representation for student welfare, education, advocacy, inclusion and communication.
  • Distribution to the array of student clubs and societies on campus for social, academic and welfare based events.
  • Support to Bond Sport for the enhancement of sport and recreation on campus
  • Special projects aimed at student wellbeing, advocacy and mental health.

Need help?

If you have questions or need guidance, contact Student Assist.

Student Assist is a support unit located within the Main Library that can connect you with any assistance you may need. The team can provide personalised advice on all aspects of student administration at any stage of your university journey, and connect you with specialised help. 

In person: Located in the Main Library - head straight from the entrance and look for the Information sign near the computer area.

Office opening hours: 8.30am - 5pm, Monday - Friday