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Widening Participation Bursary - Department of Materials 2026/2027

The Widening Participation Bursary from the Department of Materials at Imperial College London provides financial support to undergraduate students from underrepresented backgrounds. This bursary awards £5,000 to students applying to undergraduate programmes in the Department of Materials who meet the College's criteria for Widening Participation, which may include factors such as socio-economic background, school context, care experience, or other indicators of underrepresentation in higher education. The department strongly encourages applications from students who have overcome barriers to education and who demonstrate potential to succeed in a university environment. This scholarship is part of the department's broader effort to widen access to higher education and ensure that talented students from all backgrounds can thrive. The Department of Materials offers undergraduate programmes with a rich blend of scientific theory, hands-on experimentation, and real-world application in areas such as sustainable materials, nanotechnology, and biomedical engineering. Six bursaries are available for the 2026/2027 academic year.