Henderson Access Bursary
The Henderson Access Bursary provides 50 students facing financial challenges with a one-off payment of £2,000 as they prepare to start their studies at Birmingham City University.
The transition to university can often bring additional costs and financial pressures, which is why the Henderson Access Bursary aims to remove barriers by providing support towards essential expenses that enable students from lower socio-economic backgrounds to participate fully in university life.
Whether you need help with travel, study resources, equipment or other costs related to your studies, the Henderson Access Bursary can help ease financial pressures and support your success.
Who can apply
To be considered for a Henderson Access Bursary you must:
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Apply for an eligible degree at Birmingham City University. Please see list of eligible degrees below
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Be domiciled in the UK and classified as a Home student
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Have a home address that falls into POLAR4 Quintile 1 or 2
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Be from low-income household of £25,000 or less
Priority consideration
The Henderson Programme aims to increase access to higher education and support greater diversity within the technology sector.
Alongside the eligibility criteria above, priority consideration may be given to students from groups that are currently under-represented in technology and related industries, including:
- Women
- Students from ethnically diverse backgrounds
- First-generation university students
- Care-experienced students and care leavers
- Students with physical or mental health disabilities
Eligible degrees
Students studying on the below courses, including Foundation Year, can be selected for a Henderson Award:
The Application process
There is no separate application form for the Henderson Access Bursary.
All students who meet the eligibility criteria and apply for an eligible degree by 13 January 2027 will automatically be considered.
Eligible applicants will be invited to complete a short questionnaire after 1 March 2027, providing further information about their circumstances and financial need.
Applications will be reviewed by the Henderson Team and awards will be allocated based on eligibility, financial circumstances and the information provided as part of the application process. Successful applicants will be notified in May 2027.
Due to the limited number of bursaries available, not all eligible applicants will receive the bursary.
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Step 1:
Apply for an eligible degree programme at Birmingham City University by 13 January 2027 and receive an offer of study.
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Step 2:
Eligible offer holders will be contacted by the Henderson Team by 1 March 2027 and invited to complete a short questionnaire.
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Step 3:
Applications will be reviewed by the Henderson Team considering individual circumstances and financial need.
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Step 4:
Successful applicants will be selected for a Henderson Access Bursary award in May 2027 and asked to complete a digital acceptance form.
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Step 5:
Successful students will receive the £2,000 bursary in two instalments following enrolment in September. £1,000 will be paid during Semester One, with the remaining £1,000 paid during Semester Two.