Team Bradford Spirit of Sport Scholarship

The Team Bradford Spirit of Sport Scholarship provides vital support to students who are committed to university sport but face challenges in pursuing a life-changing degree.  

Sport has an extraordinary ability to break down barriers, forge lifelong friendships, and foster a deep sense of community. This scholarship celebrates that connection, enabling students to grow, learn, and thrive — both on and off the field.

It is open to aspiring athletes as well as the dedicated organisers and enthusiastic participants whose passion, drive, and leadership are essential to the success of university sport.

The scholarship has been established by the Football Club Old Boys, a longstanding group of University of Bradford alumni united by their love of sport and the camaraderie built during and since their time at the University.   For almost fifty years, this group — now 150 strong — has met annually, cherishing the friendships and opportunities that sport has given them.

As their legacy to Bradford, they have founded this scholarship to empower future generations to succeed and to experience the lifelong benefits of sporting endeavours and friendships. It is also a heartfelt tribute to those of their number who are no longer with us — teammates and friends who played a pivotal role in shaping this unique community.

To promote equality, where possible, at least 2 of the scholarships will be to female applicants.

Eligibility

• Applicants must meet criteria(s) as detailed in the University's Widening Participation Plan - please consult the application form for further information.
• Applicants must partake in a sport offered by the University Union, either as a team or indiviual sport (this includes disability sports and/or accommodations for disability sports).
• Applicants must have experience of competing within their chosen sport. 
• Applications should highlight applicants sporting achievements and demonstrate how they will positively impact the sports team they join at UBU (if applicable) or how they will positively impact BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sports).
• Applications must include a reference or supporting statement from a qualified individual such as a coach or fellow athlete.

Payment amount & frequency

This scholarship offers £1,500 per year towards living costs, guaranteed for the duration of their degree

How to apply

The Application process will begin in November.  If you are interested in the scholarship and would like to be contacted when it is advertised, please complete this short form.