
There are many Trust Funds and Charities that have been set up to support students in Higher Education. A significant number of applicants at the University have been successful in their requests for financial support.
Eligibility
Eligibility may depend upon a wide range of criteria, for example:
– where an applicant is from
– where they went to school
– their chosen course or career path
– whether they have a disability or medical condition
– whether they are at a financial disadvantage compared to other students
Searching for Trust Funds
Lists of a selection of Trust Funds can be found in our Trust Fund Guide.
In addition, there are several websites which provide information on charitable trusts and alternative funding, some of which include a Grant search facility to help students identify appropriate funding based on individual circumstances and needs – see below:
Turn2Us
Turn2Us is a charitable service which helps people access welfare benefits, educational grants and other help. Individuals can search their database to find funding.
Postgraduate Studentships
The Postgraduate Studentships website is designed for postgraduates and intending postgraduates.
British Council
The British Council gives information and advice to international students, and includes a postgraduate scholarship finder.
Prospects
Prospects is a graduate careers website which also provides information on sources of funding for postgraduate students.
Postgrad.com
Postgrad.com offers advice and study bursaries to the value of £500.
The Scholarship Hub
The Scholarship Hub has a comprehensive database of funding for UK/EU undergraduates and postgraduates
Students are advised to apply for help from trust funds as soon as they can because some charities use up their funding allocations fairly early in the academic year.
Documents
Contact the Money Advice Service for advice or support via firstpoint by emailing firstpoint@worc.ac.uk or phone 01905 542551