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Fiona Hill Scholarships

Supporting applicants from the North East of England with a preference for applicants from Bishop Auckland

Undergraduate Scholarships
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Summary

Fiona Hill Scholarships

We are delighted to announce the introduction of the Fiona Hill Scholarships which has been specifically designed to support applicants from the North East of England.

Amount £5,000 per academic year
Year of Entry Commencing in 2025
Number of awards available 3
Level of study

Undergraduate study
Mode of study Full-time
Programmes All undergraduate programmes
Duration

For a maximum of 4 years which can include:

A foundation year 

An integrated Masters programme

or 

A 3 year undergraduate programme followed directly by a 1 year Masters programme.

Eligibility

Applicant must:

  • have a household income below £42,875.00 as determined by Student Finance England

  • be resident in one of the following North East postal regions; DH, DL, NE, SR or TS with preference given to applicants from Bishop Auckland

Not sure if you’re eligible? Contact us for advice.

How to apply

  1. Apply for a course

    Submit an academic application to Durham University via UCAS for an available programme of study.

    Apply to UCAS

  2. Apply for the scholarship

    Scholarship Application 

     

     

    •  Send a copy of your Student Finance England letter detailing the amount of maintenance loan you will receive to scholarship.application@durham.ac.uk - if you do  not have this document by the deadline please provide a copy as soon as you are able to.

     

    • Make your referee aware of the scholarship you have applied for and the deadline for receipt of your reference - guidance information is provided below.

     

     

     

    Application deadline

     

    25 March 2025

     

    When candidates will hear the outcome of their application

     

    End of May 2025

  3. Reference Guidance

    A character reference from one of your teachers in support of your scholarship application to be sent by email to scholarship.application@durham.ac.uk. Please ensure your referee submits the reference on letter headed paper which contains:

    • their name
    • position
    • contact details
    • the name of the scholarship
    • your full name

  4. Selection process

    Scholarship applications will be considered on the basis of their ability to meet the eligibility criteria, academic potential, personal statement and the reference provided.

     

    In addition to the information supplied on the scholarship application form, the University will gather contextual information to support the assessment of scholarship applications.

Guidance

Get in touch

If you have any questions about whether you are eligible for a scholarship or the application process, get in touch with our Scholarships and Student Funding Office:

Scholarships and Student Funding Office

Durham University

Palatine Centre

Stockton Road

DH1 3LE, UK

 

Telephone: 01668 268913