The University of Sunderland is proud to offer the Sir Bob Murray Health Scholarship for the 2025/26 academic year. This scholarship supports five first-year undergraduate students enrolled in eligible psychology programs, with a one-time award of £1,000. Funded through a philanthropic donation, the scholarship aims to assist students from underrepresented backgrounds in higher education.
To be eligible, applicants must be classified as ‘Home’ students starting their first year of an eligible full-time undergraduate psychology course. They must also meet at least one widening participation criterion, such as having a household income of £47,500 or less, being the first in their family to attend university, or living in a low-participation neighbourhood (POLAR4 Quantiles 1 or 2).
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( votes)The University of Sunderland is a public research university located in Sunderland, North East England. It has a rich history, having evolved from the Sunderland Technical College established in 1901 to gaining university status in 1992. The university is known for its commitment to providing accessible, high-quality education and has a diverse student body, with a significant number of international students.
Application Deadline: Applications open in February 2025, and the deadline to apply is Sunday, 31 August 2025.
Brief Description
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University or Organization: University of Sunderland
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Department: Development and Alumni Office
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Course Level: Undergraduate (First Year)
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Award: £1,000 (cash payment)
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Access Mode: Online
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Number of Awards: 5
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Nationality: Home students
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The award can be taken in: United Kingdom
Eligibility
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Eligible Countries: United Kingdom (including Isle of Man, Channel Islands, and EU students with UK Settled Status)
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Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded to students enrolled in the following full-time courses:
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BSc (Hons) Psychology
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BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling
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BSc (Hons) Clinical Psychology
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BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology
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Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet all the following criteria:
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Classified as a ‘Home’ student by the UK Government.
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Commence first-year undergraduate study in autumn 2025.
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Enrol in one of the eligible full-time psychology courses listed above.
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Meet at least one of the widening participation priority awarding criteria:
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Household income equal to or below £47,500 per annum (verified through SLC).
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First-generation in the family to attend higher education.
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Reside in a low-participation neighbourhood (POLAR4: Quantiles 1 or 2).
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How to Apply
To apply:
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Log in to the e:Vision portal.
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Use your student number to log in.
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Navigate to ‘Search the scholarships and funding catalogue’.
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Complete and submit your application online.
Benefits
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A one-time cash payment of £1,000 will be awarded in February 2026.
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Payment is subject to satisfactory academic engagement and progression.
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The amount is transferred via bank transfer to a UK bank account.
