Scholarships at University of Sunderland

These bursaries prioritise students from groups underrepresented in higher education including: Gypsies, Travellers, Roma, Showmen and Boaters; asylum seekers and refugees; carers; students from lower income households; and mature students.

Who can apply?

• You must be a ‘home’ or ‘overseas island’ student applying for an eligible course.

• You must be a first-year or a year 3 top-up student applying to start your studies in autumn 2025.

• You must be from at least one of the underrepresented groups outlined above.

How much will I get?

Awards vary between £500 – £3,000 depending on which underrepresented group you belong to. Bursaries are awarded in the form of credit to spend on essential study materials and resources. Some bursaries also offer an element of cash, to help with other living costs associated with student life. 

You can apply for this bursary from March 2025. The deadline for applications is Thursday 31 July 2025.