National Scholarship Programme

If you are starting your studies at London Met University on an undergraduate degree in 2012 you may be entitled to additional financial support in the form of a scholarship worth £6, 000 over the course of your studies. The National Scholarship Programme (NSP), part funded by the government and part funded by the university, will provide 188 scholarships for students from low-income backgrounds.

As the champions of affordable quality education, this could mean a three year degree at London Metropolitan University could cost as little as £12,300 for a social science degree subject or £16,800 for a science discipline for example compared to the £27,000 you might pay at many other UK Universities.

How will the scholarship be awarded?

The scholarships will be awarded across all subject areas, however the allocation of these scholarships is not automatic, but will be subject to means testing, a short application statement and other criteria found below. 

If successful when will I receive the scholarship?

If you are successful you will receive:-

* Subject to satisfactory progression

Am I eligible for a National Scholarship?

You will be considered for a National Scholarship if you meet the following criteria:

Essential  Requirements

The national threshold for household income is £25,000 per annum, however at London Met we have set the limit to £20,000 per annum household income. You have been allocated the maximum Living Cost Grant (also called Maintenance Grant). 

Apply online at www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance/

You have accepted a place at London Metropolitan University as your firm (first choice) through UCAS.

Your permanent registered home address is in the UK.

You have GSCE Maths and English A*-C or equivalent. (Key skills level 3)

A minimum of 300 UCAS points or equivalent

You must first make sure that you have applied to Student Finance England www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance/, once you have done this please fill in the online application form below BEFORE date to be confirmed..

How do I apply

You must first make sure that you have applied to Student Finance England www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance/, once you have done this please fill in the online application form below.

How will I know if I have been successful in my application?

You will receive an email or letter in September 2012 to confirm whether your application has been successful

Is there a cash alternative to the fee waiver?

London Metropolitan University will not be providing cash alternatives as this is a scholarship and we believe in offering affordable quality education.

If you do need further financial help please see below.

I am an access student, am I still eligible for the scholarship?

As an access student you can still apply for the NSP. Please contact Sophie Cloutterbuck, s.cloutterbuck@londonmet.ac.uk or 0207 133 4302 for further details.

Are there any other grants
available to London Metropolitan University students?

Yes there are, please see Grants & Scholarships and Bursaries

What do I do if I have further questions to ask?

Please contact Sophie Cloutterbuck: s.cloutterbuck@londonmet.ac.uk if you have further questions or are unable to access the web application form.