Graduation bursary open

If so, you might be able to apply to our graduation bursary for help towards your gown hire.

This is a one-off, non-repayable grant of up to £50.

Eligible applicants must be full-time, UK home students and have received a maintenance loan for 2025/26 from Government Student Finance.

For more information on eligibility criteria and to apply, please visit the Student Gateway and go to My Finance > Apply for Funding. 

Applications must be submitted by 11.59pm on Wednesday 3 June 2026. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date.

You will be notified of the outcome of your application via your university email the week beginning 29 June, with payment expected to be made week beginning 6 July.

For more information on graduation, please visit our website. 

For more information on all our grants and bursaries, please go to the student funding portal page.