Description

NHS UK Bursary Scholarships 2025 - Applications Open is open for International Students, Domestic Students . The scholarship allows Undergraduate, Graduate level program(s) in the field of Medical Sciences, dentistry, Medicine taught at National Health Service (NHS) . The deadline of the scholarship is Open.

The NHS Bursary is a financial support program for medical and dental students who normally reside in England. This bursary is aimed at students pursuing undergraduate and graduate entry courses in medicine or dentistry. Eligible students can receive a combination of non-means tested and means-tested bursaries, tuition fee contributions, and additional allowances based on their personal circumstances.

Degree Level

NHS UK Bursary Scholarships 2025 - Applications Open is available to undertake Undergraduate, Graduate level programs at National Health Service (NHS).

Available Subjects

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• Medical Sciences
• dentistry
• Medicine

Benefits

The amount of funding you receive depends on several factors, including whether you are a dependent or independent student and where you are studying. The available bursaries for the 2024 to 2025 academic year will be announced soon, but here's a look at what was offered for the 2023 to 2024 academic year:

Non-Means Tested Bursary

All eligible students in 2023 received a £1,000 non-means tested bursary.

Means-Tested Bursary

The means-tested bursary for the 2023-2024 academic year varied based on living circumstances:

• Up to £3,191 if you study in London and do not live with your parents.
• Up to £2,643 if you study outside of London and do not live with your parents.
• Up to £2,207 if you live in your parental home, regardless of your university’s location.

The means-tested bursary is calculated based on income, including your parents’ income if you are a dependent student or your spouse, partner’s, or civil partner’s income if you are independent.

Tuition Fee Contributions

If your NHS Bursary application is successful, the NHS will pay a tuition fee contribution directly to your university:

• Up to £9,250 for undergraduate courses lasting 5 or 6 years.
• Up to £3,715 for graduate entry courses lasting 3 or 4 years.

Additional Allowances for NHS Bursary Recipients

Depending on your circumstances, you may qualify for additional support. These allowances include:

• Dependants' Allowance
• Parent Learning Allowance (PLA)
• Childcare Allowance (CCA)
• Travel and Dual Accommodation Expenses (TDAE)
• Disabled Students Allowance (DSA)
• Extra Weeks Allowance

Each of these allowances is designed to cater to specific student needs, such as having dependents or requiring special accommodations for disabilities.

Eligible Nationalities

This scholarship is open to students of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the NHS Bursary, you must meet specific criteria related to your course and residency status. You are eligible if:

• You are studying to become a doctor or dentist.
• You are enrolled in an undergraduate medical or dental course lasting 5 to 6 years, or a graduate entry course lasting 3 to 4 years.
• Your course is included in the Office for Students' medical and dental student intake.
• You have previously received the NHS Bursary.
• You are studying medicine or dentistry as a second degree.

Residency Requirement

• You must normally live in England and be an English resident on the first day of your first academic year. If you moved to England for your studies from another part of the UK, you are not eligible for the NHS Bursary.

Application Procedure

Application Timeline

• The application window for the 2024 to 2025 academic year is now open. You need to either register for a new NHS Bursary account or sign in to your existing account to apply. If you’ve received an NHS Bursary before, you'll receive an email invitation to apply.
• You must apply within 9 months of the start of your academic year to be eligible for the bursary.

Repeated and Intercalation Years

• If you have repeated any years of your course that do not qualify for the NHS Bursary, these years will not count as qualifying years for bursary purposes. However, if you took an intercalation year during your undergraduate degree at bachelor’s or master’s level, it will count as a qualifying year.

Payment Schedule for the 2024-2025 Academic Year

Your bursary payments will be made in three termly instalments after your university confirms your attendance. The exact payment dates depend on the start month of your academic year:

• June Start: Term 2 (October 2024), Term 3 (January 2025)
• July Start: Term 2 (November 2024), Term 3 (February 2025)
• August Start: Term 2 (December 2024), Term 3 (March 2025)
• September Start: Term 2 (January 2025), Term 3 (April 2025)
• October Start: Term 2 (February 2025), Term 3 (May 2025)

Conclusion

The NHS Bursary provides invaluable financial assistance for medical and dental students in England, covering a range of expenses from tuition fees to living costs. With both means-tested and non-means-tested bursaries, as well as additional allowances, students can focus on their studies without the added burden of financial stress.

To ensure you take full advantage of the NHS Bursary, it’s crucial to understand the eligibility criteria and apply on time. Visit the official NHS Bursary website for more details and start your application today!