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Summary

Durham Inspired: Black Heritage Scholarships

Supporting Black Heritage Students which includes those who identify as being Black - African, Caribbean, Dual or Mixed Heritage.

Durham University signed up to the Race Equality Charter (REC) in March 2019. The charter aims to improve the representation, progression and success of minority ethnic staff and students within higher education. The REC framework steers universities to identify, reflect upon and address institutional and cultural barriers that stand in the way of minority ethnic staff and students

At Durham University, we are committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive environment, where students from all backgrounds are represented and able to reach their full potential.

The Durham Inspired Black Heritage Scholarships were launched in 2021 to support two UK Black Heritage Students of African, Caribbean, Dual, or Mixed heritage (to include Black African, Black Caribbean or Other Black background) to pursue undergraduate study at Durham University. The scholarships represent a key initiative within a broader programme of Durham Inspired access scholarships supported by philanthropic funds.

Amount £4,000 per academic year
Year of Entry Applicants commencing in October 2023
Number of awards available 2 awards available
Level of study Undergraduate
Mode of study Full time or part time (pro rata) 
Programmes All undergraduate programmes 
Duration The length of your undergraduate programme for a maximum of 4 years

Eligibility

The applicant should:

  • be of Black Heritage - African, Caribbean, Dual or Mixed Heritage (to include Black African, Black Caribbean or Other Black background)
  • have been assessed as home fee status

  • have a household income below £42,875.00 as determined by Student Finance England

Not sure if you’re eligible? Contact us for advice.

How to apply

  1. Apply for an academic programme

    Submit an academic application to Durham University via UCAS by the UCAS deadline of 25th January 2023 for an available programme of study.

    Submit an application to UCAS

  2. Scholarship Application

    Complete and submit a scholarship application containing all the requested information:

     

    Application deadline

     

    30th March 2023

     

    When candidates will hear the outcome of their application

     

    End of May 2023

  3. Character reference

    A character reference from one of your teachers in support of your scholarship application to be sent by email to scholarship.application@durham.ac.uk. Please ensure your referee submits the reference on letter headed paper which contains:

    • their name
    • position
    • contact details
    • the name of the scholarship
    • your full name
    Submit a character reference

  4. Confirm your funding

    Please provide a copy of your Student Finance England confirmation of funding letter, detailing the amount of maintenance loan you will be entitled to, once received to scholarship.application@durham.ac.uk

    Confirm your funding

Guidance

More about this scholarship

We give thanks to the generous donations that make this scholarship available.

Scholarship applications will be considered on the basis of their ability to meet the eligibility criteria, academic potential, the personal statement and reference provided.

In addition to the information supplied on the scholarship application form, the University will gather contextual information to support the assessment of scholarship applications.

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 at scholarships.advice@durham.ac.uk.

 

Get in touch

If you have any questions about whether you are eligible for a scholarship or the application process, get in touch with our Scholarships and Student Funding Office:

Scholarships and Student Funding Office

Durham University

Palatine Centre

Stockton Road

DH1 3LE, UK