Funding for sports

Introduction

Plymouth University offers annual Sports Scholarships to students who represent their county nationally or internationally in a recognised sport. The scholarships are renewable subject to the student maintaining an appropriate level of performance.

There are three types of scholarships: Drake, Gold and Silver. The Drake and Gold Award is worth up to £1,500 per year with the Silver Award up to £600 per year. The Drake Scholarship is awarded for marine sports only and is worth up to £1,500.

The successful students can benefit from:

Funding for competition entry fees
Travel and subsistence expenses to competitions
Strength and Conditioning sessions
Free use of Plymouth University's fitness suite
Personal programmes and lifestyle management
Advice and support on diet and nutrition
Free use of the sports injuries clinic
Flexible learning
Coaching and mentoring support

Criteria

The sports scholarship scheme supports top class students in their chosen sport whilst studying for their degree at Plymouth University –

Applicants will only be considered if on a Plymouth University degree programme
Scholarships are awarded when the applicants place on a university course has been confirmed
Students must represent their chosen sport at regional, national or international level
Endorsement from the recognised Sports governing Body must be included
Submit of a portfolio including evidence (where possible) of media coverage of past achievements and details of other sponsorship or funding secured
Applications can only be made for one grant at any one time

Scholarships are awarded for participation in the following types of events:

World Student Games
British Student Representative fixtures
National/international representative events organised recognised governing Bodies of Sport and/or national International student sporting organisations

Applications are not supported for participation in the following types of events:

National/International events not supported by a British Governing Body
Overseas tours by student union clubs
Open events where no pre-qualifying time/score is required

All grants are awarded under the following conditions:

Plymouth University is mentioned whenever possible by the team/individual concerned and the university logo displayed at every opportunity
Should the student withdraw from their degree course part way through the year the grant will be reimbursed pro rata at the discretion of the university
Scholars will have regular contact with the Plymouth University, Public Relations team particularly prior to an event
Following all events a full report should be submitted to the Plymouth University, Public relations team
Funds will be allocated through the Recreation Service
If possible scholars are expected to play, coach or support a Plymouth University Sports Club
Wherever possible scholars are expected to volunteer within a university club team or school.

Applications

Applications for Sports Scholarships must be submitted by October each year.

To apply for a sport scholarship complete the application form and submit it with a portfolio and a letter of support from your National Governing Body.

Scholarships information leaflet (PDF)

Sport Scholarship application form (Word)

Please return your completed application and supporting documents to:

Lesley Coulton

Head of Sport and Recreation

Plymouth University

Nancy Astor Sports Centre

Drake Circus

Plymouth

PL4 8AA

Tel 01752 588517

Email: lesley.coulton@plymouth.ac.uk

"The university is very proud to have students who have made outstanding achievements in their chosen sports nationally and internationally. The award of these grants demonstrates our commitment to helping them as they continue in their endeavours."

Lesley Coulton, Head of Sport & Recreation
Plymouth University

For further details on Plymouth University's Sports Scholarships and an application form please contact:

The Recreation Service
Nancy Astor Sports Centre
Plymouth University
Drake Circus
Plymouth
PL4 8AA
Tel - +44 (0)1752 232250

Email - recreation@plymouth.ac.uk