About
Birmingham City University (BCU) is a large and diverse UK university with over 31,000 students from over 100 countries, set in the heart of Birmingham with a focus on practice-based learning. The university emphasizes employability, industry-standard facilities, and social mobility, offering a wide range of contemporary courses built around practical learning and international opportunities. BCU has been recognized with Gold for student experience and is ranked highly for social mobility and sustainability efforts.
Funding Opportunities
BCU Sport Scholarship
The Birmingham City University Sport Scholarship programme is designed to offer outstanding performance support to student athletes performing at a national level in their chosen sport. The scholarship provides comprehensive support including free BCU Sport membership, individual strength and conditioning support, gym access, sport nutrition, sport psychology, sport therapy clinic, enhanced performance support funding, kit allowance, BUCS event entry fees paid, and individual mentoring. The programme aims to help student athletes realise both their academic and competitive goals through tailored support. Students studying any subject at BCU, including those at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, are eligible to apply. The scholarship is highly sought after and staff review all applications to allocate appropriate levels of support based on current performance level and future potential. Importantly, this scholarship does not provide any discount towards tuition fees but focuses on performance-related support and services.
BCU Accelerate Scholarship
The BCU Accelerate Scholarship is a financial support program designed to help students from lower income households transition to university life. Available to all students enrolling at Birmingham City University via the Accelerate programme, this scholarship recognizes that starting university comes with significant financial considerations. The scholarship provides £1,000 paid in three instalments across the first year of study to support students as they make the move from school or college. Students from lower income households can receive an offer that is up to four grades below normal entry requirements and possibly claim the £1,000 scholarship. To be eligible, students must come from a household with a home address postcode that falls into POLAR4 quintile 1, or POLAR4 quintile 2 with additional criteria such as being first in family to attend university or receiving free school meals. Once students receive an Accelerate offer, accept their place, receive confirmation on an eligible course, and enroll at BCU to complete their first year, they can claim the scholarship. The three instalments are paid at the end of December, March, and May for September starters, and at the end of March, May, and December for January starters.
BCU Travel Pass Scheme
BCU's Travel Pass scheme provides a free West Midlands travel pass for students' first year at Birmingham City University, worth up to £650. This initiative helps students cover transportation costs to campus, enabling them to meet friends and explore Birmingham without worrying about travel expenses. The scheme is designed to support new undergraduate students transitioning from specific local schools and colleges in the West Midlands area. The travel pass covers both West Midlands bus and train services, giving students flexible commuting options. Students receive a monthly activation code to access their travel pass throughout their first academic year, making it easier for commuters to attend university regularly.
Youth Work and Communities Scholarships
Birmingham City University is offering scholarships worth £1,000 for undergraduate students joining the BA (Hons) Youth Work and Communities program in September 2026. These scholarships are available for all UK fee payers enrolling on this course for the first time in the 2026/27 academic year. The scholarship is designed to support new students beginning their studies in youth work and community development. There are no extra forms to fill in – students just need to make their application to study at BCU. Recipients will receive their scholarship in three instalments at the end of December 2026, March 2027, and May 2027. To receive payments, students must provide bank details by the end of November 2026 and remain enrolled on their course throughout the academic year.
Learning Disability Nursing scholarships
Birmingham City University is offering scholarships worth £1,000 for undergraduate students joining BSc (Hons) Learning Disability Nursing in September 2026. These scholarships are available for all UK fee payers enrolling on this course for the first time in the 2026/27 academic year. There are no extra forms to fill in – students just need to make their application to study at BCU. The scholarship is paid in three instalments at the end of December 2026, March 2027, and May 2027. Students must remain enrolled on their course to be eligible for all payments. Only one BCU scholarship can be received, and if eligible for multiple scholarships, the larger one will be automatically awarded.
Sport and Exercise Science scholarships
Birmingham City University is offering scholarships worth £1,000 for undergraduate students joining BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science in September 2026. These scholarships are available for all UK fee payers enrolling on this course for the first time in the 2026/27 academic year. The scholarship will be paid in three instalments at the end of December 2026, March 2027 and May 2027. There is no need to apply separately - students will automatically be entitled to the scholarship if they enrol on the eligible course. To receive the scholarship, students must provide their bank details by the end of November 2026 and remain enrolled on their course. If they withdraw from the course, they will not be eligible for further payments.
Millennium Point Scholarship
The Millennium Point Scholarship is a fully-funded undergraduate degree program for students passionate about STEM fields in the West Midlands. The scholarship covers full tuition fees for three years of study in the School of Architecture, Built Environment, Computing and Engineering at Birmingham City University. The Millennium Point Trust is committed to growing STEM talent in the West Midlands and seeks students interested in areas such as affordable housing, film and music technology, computer game development, AI technology, and engineering solutions. Finalists are invited to participate in developmental workshops focusing on personal development and professionalism in interview and presentation skills. The scholarship is designed to support students who demonstrate passion and potential in creating positive change through STEM education and careers.
Henderson Bursaries and Scholarships 2026
The Henderson Bursaries and Scholarships are generously funded by Birmingham City University graduate and Slack co-founder Cal Henderson and his wife Rebecca through the Henderson Family Foundation. These awards are designed to support UK students pursuing undergraduate degrees in Computing, Engineering or Built Environment subjects at Birmingham City University. The program offers two types of awards: Henderson Scholarships worth £10,000 per year over three years (totaling £30,000), and one-off Henderson Access Bursaries of £2,000. The funding is specifically prioritized for students from under-represented groups and those from low socio-economic backgrounds, including students from families with household incomes of £25,000 or less and/or those eligible for free school meals. The scholarships particularly encourage applications from women and ethnic minority groups who are under-represented in Computing, Engineering and Technology subjects. Recipients must be enrolled full-time on eligible courses starting in September 2026.
Games Scholarships
Birmingham City University is offering scholarships worth £1,000 for undergraduate students joining Games courses starting in September 2026. These scholarships are available for all UK fee payers enrolling on eligible Games courses for the first time in the 2026/27 academic year. The scholarship is paid in three instalments at the end of December 2026, March 2027 and May 2027. Students must be confirmed as UK fee payers, successfully secure a place on one of the eligible courses, and enrol at BCU to begin studies in September 2026. There are no additional application forms required - eligibility is automatic upon enrollment on qualifying courses including BA (Hons) Game Art, BA (Hons) Game Design, BSc (Hons) Game Technology, and BSc (Hons) Game Programming.
Engineering Scholarships
Birmingham City University is offering scholarships worth £1,000 for undergraduate students joining Engineering courses starting in September 2026. These scholarships are available for all UK fee payers enrolling on eligible courses for the first time in the 2026/27 academic year. The scholarship is automatically awarded to eligible students who successfully secure a place and enrol at BCU. Recipients will receive the scholarship in three instalments at the end of December 2026, March 2027, and May 2027. There is no separate application process required – students only need to apply to study at BCU on an eligible course. The scholarship is available for two specific BEng (Hons) courses: Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Students must provide bank details by the end of November 2026 and remain enrolled on their course to receive all payments.
Business and Entrepreneurship Scholarships
Birmingham City University is offering scholarships worth £1,000 for undergraduate students joining the BSc (Hons) Business and Entrepreneurship programme in September 2026. These scholarships are available for all UK fee payers enrolling on this course for the first time in the 2026/27 academic year. The scholarship is automatically awarded to eligible students who secure a place on the course and enrol at BCU, with no separate application required. Recipients receive their scholarship in three instalments at the end of December 2026, March 2027, and May 2027, provided they remain enrolled on the course and provide their bank details by the end of November 2026.
English and Creative Writing Scholarships
Birmingham City University is offering scholarships worth £1,000 for undergraduate students joining an English and Creative Writing course starting in September 2026. These scholarships are available for all UK fee payers students enrolling on eligible courses for the first time in the 2026/27 academic year. The scholarship will be paid in three instalments at the end of December 2026, March 2027 and May 2027. There is no application process required - students will automatically be entitled to the scholarship if they enrol on an eligible course. To claim one of these scholarships, students must be confirmed as a UK fee payer, successfully secure a place on one of the eligible courses in September 2026, and enrol at BCU and begin their studies in September 2026. Eligible courses include BA (Hons) English and Creative Writing, BA (Hons) English and Journalism, BA (Hons) English Language and Literature, BA (Hons) English Literature, and BA (Hons) Creative Writing.
Art and Design scholarships
Birmingham City University is offering scholarships worth £1,000 for undergraduate students joining BA (Hons) Art and Design with Creative Technologies or the Art and Design foundation year in September 2026. These scholarships are available for all UK fee payers students enrolling on these courses for the first time in the 2026/27 academic year. There is no separate application process required - students are automatically entitled to the scholarship if they enrol on an eligible course. The scholarship is paid in three instalments at the end of December 2026, March 2027 and May 2027, and students must remain enrolled on their course to receive all payments.
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- bcu.ac.uk
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