Current Students - Durham University

Three female and one male student studying

Scholarships for Current Students

Durham University is committed to supporting the best students irrespective of financial circumstances. The following scholarships are either funded by the university, through partnerships with external organisations or through generous donations from alumni and friends of the University.

All financial support opportunities have associated eligibility criteria such as household income therefore it is essential applicants consider all requirements prior to submitting an application. Please also ensure you observe any application deadlines and submission requirements.

The scholarships, awards and bursaries below are for students who have already commenced their studies at Durham.

Durham University financial support 2023-24

Durham University Arts Management Fund	Funding for personal development and extra-curricular interests within the arts.	Undergraduate and postgraduate students.	Variable allowances.
Open Date:	20 October 2023	Closes	Michaelmas Term 31 October 2023 Epiphany Term 9 February 2024 Easter Term 3 April 2024
Durham University Student Travel Abroad Fund	To be confirmed.	To be confirmed.	To be confirmed.
Open Date:		Close Date:
Durham University Expeditions Fund	For organised research-based expeditions to locations outside Western Europe.	Undergraduate and postgraduate taught students.	Variable allowances.
Open Date:	8 January 2024	Close Date:	23 February 2024
Pro:NE Participation Fund	Open call for UK-HOME candidates from racially minoritised ethnic backgrounds.	Postgraduate Taught or Doctoral Research Students.	£250
Open Date:	Open	Close Date:	January 2024
Internships and Industry Fund for Computer Science	Financial assistance to support the uptake of internships, placements and other industry activities in the UK and internationally.	Students on a computer science or natural science course at undergraduate or postgraduate level.	Up to £1,500 (per cycle).
Open Date:	12 October 2022	Close Date:	23 June 2023 5pm
Santander Bright Futures Grant	UK and International Students	All levels	£1,000.00
Open Date:	Open Now	Closing Date:	30th November 2023
Student Employability Fund	Cash bursary for students with a household income below £42,875 to develop skills, attributes and experiences to help progression.	Undergraduate and postgraduate taught and research students.	Variable allowances.
Open Date:	Open Now	Closing Date:	21st June 2024
Durham Cathedral Choral Scholarship - Alto and Tenor	Choral Scholarships are offered by the Chapter of Durham Cathedral.	Undergraduate and postgraduate students.	Up to £4021 per academic year plus additional fees
Open Date:	8th February 2024	Close Date:	27th February 2024
Durham Cathedral Organ Scholarship	Organ Scholarships are offered by the Chapter of Durham Cathedral	Undergraduate and postgraduate students	£3,000 plus £500 for music/books/lessons
Open Date:		Close Date:

Durham University makes every effort to ensure that the information published or contained on its website is accurate. However, the University cannot guarantee the information may not subsequently be altered owing to circumstances beyond the University's reasonable control. Such circumstances include (but are not limited to) changes in Government policy or change of law. Whilst any changes will be incorporated into the University's website any person wishing to clarify the details of a particular scholarship/s should contact the University.