Scholarships at University of Sunderland

In addition to the bespoke support offered by the We Care team, we offer the We Care Bursary which awards £2,500 cash to eligible students for each year of full-time study, based on academic progression. Over a three-year course this bursary would be worth £7,500, over a four-year course, worth £10,000 and over a five-year course, it would be worth £12,500.

Who can apply?

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

• You must be studying a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate course, applying to start your studies in autumn 2025.

• You must meet the University's definition of estrangement or being care-experienced as outlined in the guidance notes.

How much will I get?

The We Care Bursary awards £2,500 cash to eligible students for each year of continuous study, based on academic progression. The bursary is paid in four instalments of £625.