How to Apply for a Sport Scholarship at Swansea University

Priority is given, but is not limited to BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sports) sports.

The application process will open from 1^st November and close on the 31^st of March 2024. Applications after this date will not be accepted.

Our scholarship applications will re-open for one week in August (date TBC) to accommodate those student athletes who are entering through clearing. Applications during this time can be made via our website.

Unfortunately, you will be unable to apply outside of the application windows. However, as sports scholarships are issued on an annual basis, you would be eligible to apply for a scholarship for the next academic year.

Yes. It is important to provide as much evidence as possible and two named references in support of your application would be beneficial. This can be a letter/supporting statement on headed paper or any supporting evidence such as video clips.

You will not be able to carry over your scholarship. You must meet the conditions outlined in your acceptance letter. Should you not, then you will not receive your benefits package for the named year, and you will need to reapply.

An independent selection panel is made up of Sport Swansea performance sport staff, student sport staff and scholarship supervisors.

Yes. Scholarships are awarded annually.  You will need to apply again, as circumstances do change. Please note that holding a scholarship previously does not guarantee you being grated one again.

Our scholars can receive up to £2,000 per academic year. In addition to these direct financial awards, we offer a full range of free support services for each scholarship package.

_{*Please note financial awards denote the maximum award and may vary.}