University of Surrey Battersea Scholarship 2026
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Description
Supports one care-experienced undergraduate student at the University of Surrey with £4,000 per academic year for…
Full Description
The Battersea Scholarship will support one undergraduate student with their studies at the University of Surrey by providing £12,000 (£4,000 per academic year for up to three years of study). An additional £4,000 will be given should a Professional Training Year be taken.
The terms of the scholarship listed above are at the discretion of the donor and may be subject to change before awarding.
Amount
GBP 12,000 – 16,000
Funding Types
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Application LinkDeadline
Oct 05, 2026
49 days remaining
Benefits
Up to £16,000 total: £4,000 per academic year for up to three years of study (£12,000), plus an additional £4,000 if a Professional Training Year is taken.
How to Apply
To apply for the 2026/27 Battersea Scholarship, please complete the online application form.
Please allow up to one month after the closing deadline to hear back from the team regarding the outcome of your application. During this time, the team may ask for further information or clarification on details you have shared – this is to gather information as part of the review process and isn’t an indication as to the success of your application.
For More Information, Visit University of Surrey Webpage
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for this scholarship, the applicant must be:
- A home/UK student
- A first-year student studying any undergraduate degree at the University of Surrey, beginning September 2026 (please note that any students who will be in a Foundation Year during 2026/27 are not eligible)
- From a care-experienced background, meaning you have:
- Spent time in local authority care
- Spent time in a residential children’s home
- Been looked after at home by a supervision order
- Or have lived with relatives under kinship care.
Please note that we will need to verify your care-experienced history to be able to progress your application. This will involve either providing a document outlining the dates and type of care you have a history of and/or providing contact details of an individual who can provide this information on your behalf. Further information is included within the application form.
