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title: "Dundee University Students Association — check charity number SC016047 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Dundee University Students Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC016047. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Dundee City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dundee-university-students-association
retrieved: 2026-08-24T13:09:56.902Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Dundee University Students Association is a registered charity (number SC016047) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of health. Its latest reported income was £4,925,315 (year ending 2023-07-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available.

## What are the key facts about Dundee University Students Association?

Registered charity number

SC016047

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Unincorporated association

Location

Dundee City

Latest income (year ending 2023-07-31)

£4,925,315

Website

[www.dusa.co.uk](http://www.dusa.co.uk/)

## What does Dundee University Students Association do?

The prevention and relief of poverty. The advancement of education. The advancement of health. The advancement of civic responsibility and community development. The advancement of arts, heritage, culture, or science. The advancement of of public participation in sport. The provision of Recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. The Promotion of equality and diversity. The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill health, disabilit…

## What causes is Dundee University Students Association registered for?

the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dundee University Students Association yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dundee University Students Association is on the official
register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so
we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough
filing data exists — never by payment.
[How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology)

## Is this your charity?

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[Visit charity website](http://www.dusa.co.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Dundee University Students Association a legitimate charity?

Yes. Dundee University Students Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC016047) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.

What is Dundee University Students Association's charity number?

Dundee University Students Association's charity number is SC016047. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC016047?

Search SC016047 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.

What does Dundee University Students Association do?

The prevention and relief of poverty. The advancement of education. The advancement of health. The advancement of civic responsibility and community development. The advancement of arts, heritage, culture, or science. The advancement of of public participation in sport. The provision of Recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. The Promotion of equality and diversity. The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill health, disabilit…

Does Dundee University Students Association have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dundee University Students Association. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.

How can I donate to Dundee University Students Association?

Dundee University Students Association's website is http://www.dusa.co.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07,
used under the
[Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/).
Always verify current details on the
[official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC016047).