If you have applied through UCAS to study a full-time undergraduate programme or PGCE at Edge Hill University and firmly accepted an offer of a place for 2020 entry, you could make a difference to your student life and finances by applying for an Excellence Scholarship worth up to £2,000.
Excellence Scholarships have nothing to do with your financial situation, degree subject or academic achievement. If you are proud of something you have done and can demonstrate determination, commitment and achievement outside of your studies at school or college, then we want to hear from you.
You may excel in disciplines similar to the following examples or be able to demonstrate excellence in an alternative area of expertise.
- Creative Arts – Are you a budding designer, painter, filmmaker or sculptor? Are you a promising writer of short stories, poetry or scripts?
- ICT and Enterprise – Do you run your own business? Have you designed a website or blog? Do you have advanced ICT skills?
- Performing Arts – Do you shine in dance or drama? Do you have musical talents, such as composing, singing, playing an instrument or being part of a band?
- Volunteering and Citizenship – Are you a keen volunteer who gives up your time to help others or fundraise on a regular basis? Do you raise awareness of issues locally or nationally?
The above examples are potential areas of excellence based on previous applications but this is not intended to be a comprehensive list. If your expertise or achievement is not covered by our suggestions, don’t be put off! We encourage you to put forward an application for consideration.
Please note, if you can demonstrate dedication, talent and achievement in sports performance, coaching or officiating, you should apply for a Sports Scholarship.
Scholarship Amount
- If you have firmly accepted an offer of a place on a full-time undergraduate degree (BA/BSc/LLB) or integrated Masters degree (MComp/MNSW/MSci): £2,000, paid in instalments across the duration of your course. Payments in Years 2 and 3 are subject to you passing annual reviews;
- If you have firmly accepted an offer of a place on a full-time PGCE: £1,000, paid in instalments across the duration of your course.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for an Excellence Scholarship, you must have applied to study a full-time undergraduate degree (BA/BSc/LLB), full-time integrated Masters degree (MComp/MNSW/MSci) or full-time PGCE at Edge Hill University and have firmly accepted an offer of a place to study with us.
If you are awarded an Excellence Scholarship but subsequently defer your offer of a place to study with us, you will no longer be eligible to receive the Excellence Scholarship, though you are welcome to re-apply for an Excellence Scholarship in the following application cycle before you join your course. Please bear in mind, however, that there is a competitive application process so a successful outcome to your second application cannot be guaranteed.
Direct entrants to Year 2 or later of undergraduate programmes, as well as permanent employees of Edge Hill University, are not eligible for an Excellence Scholarship.
A successful application for an Excellence Scholarship will make you ineligible to receive a Sports Scholarship. You are welcome to apply for the two awards, however, and if both applications are successful you will be able to choose which scholarship you would prefer to receive.
Case Studies
Discover more about the achievements and endeavours of recent Excellence scholars with our case studies of a selection of recent winners. Each of these recipients applied for an Excellence Scholarship as a prospective student.
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- Alice Matthews Alice helps run a Saturday Arts and Craft club at Alder Hey Hospital, giving something back after previously being a patient herself.
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- Aoibhin Bailie Aoibhin devotes much of her spare time to supporting vulnerable people and working with young people to promote positive lifestyle choices.
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- Ellis Green Ellis’ scriptwriting success led to her securing a role as an Info Film Youth ambassador and an invitation to the Ajyal Film Festival in Qatar.
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- Emily-Jayne Unsworth Emily-Jayne undertakes voluntary work with Autism Support UK, encouraging those on the autistic spectrum to become more socially interactive.
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- Georgia Batchelor Robbins Georgia has undertaken two trips to Kenya, and is currently planning a third, to support an educational initiative in one of the poorest neighbourhoods in Africa.
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- Imogen Smith After overcoming chronic hemiplegic migraines, Imogen Smith was inspired to become a youth advocator for Migraine Action and gained selection to the NHS Youth Forum.
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- James Thompson James completed one of the toughest sporting events in the world only two years after a serious crash left him unable to walk, talk or eat.
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- Mark Turner Mark provides education and healthcare for vulnerable children in Ethiopia as a volunteer with local charity Hope and a Future.
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- Megan Callaghan Megan has shown determination to fulfil her musical theatre ambitions despite the challenges of being diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome.
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- Megan Hunt Megan teaches dance at a Widnes performing arts school and has performed at prestiguous venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and Disneyland Paris.
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- Onome Oyedokun Onome works as a support volunteer with the Sefton Branch of the Multiple Sclerosis Society and also helps to run the charity’s social media channels.
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- Rachel Walker Rachel has volunteered at a children’s hospice, helping to support children and young people with life-limiting conditions undergoing respite, palliative and end-of-life care.
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- Shannon Duff Shannon is one of six Sea Cadets chosen by the Royal Navy to represent them at key national events in recognition of her commitment and dedication.
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- Tessa Simpson Tessa volunteers with St John Ambulance, covering at least three events a month with the charity, while training as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
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- Verity Beaton Verity became a young carer for her disabled mother aged six and is also involved with the #SASSY (Support Against Self Harm and Suicide in Youth) campaign.
How to Apply
To be considered for an Excellence Scholarship, you need to complete our Excellence Scholarship application form.
The Excellence Scholarship application form will be available to download from this page when applications open in February 2020.
A selection panel will judge all applications received.
Contact Us
If you have any queries about Excellence Scholarships, you can get in touch with us at scholarships@edgehill.ac.uk and we will be happy to assist you.