Magnusson Fund
Take a giant leap with a Magnusson Award
We want to hear from GCU students in their second year and upwards and early career researchers with big ambitions who want to step out of their comfort zone to explore, learn, help others, and have new life experiences, locally and around the globe.
The Magnusson Fund offers awards of up to £5,000, supported by donors including Sir Alex Ferguson and Santander. If you want to bring your dream project to life - take action and make it happen.
Projects and activities will require to be able to be achieved in light of any restrictions and guidelines imposed as a result of COVID-19.
Download the 2023 Magnus Magnusson Awards brochure
Applications for the Magnusson Fund are now open and will close on Sunday, 11 February 2024.
Magnus Magnusson Awards
Watch how the Magnus Magnusson Awards have been used previously o help GCU students realise their dreams for the Common Good.
Previous Magnus Manusson Award winners
Read more about our previous award winners below where you will see the variety of projects supported and the impact they have had.