Magnusson Fund 2025 Application

We want to hear from Glasgow Caledonian 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, all in the name of the Common Good.

By completing the application form you agree to content being shared with Magnusson donors and approve use of photographs/ quotes to be used in printed media and on university websites.

Required fields are marked with an asterisk (*).

Personal details

Full name *

Student ID *

Email address *

Phone number *

Which course are you currently on? *

Which campus are you attending? *

GCU Glasgow
GCU London
ALC

Current year of study *

2nd Year
3rd year
4th year
Postgraduate taught
Early career researcher (PhD)
Other

Project details

In ONE sentence please describe the project for which you require funding e.g.: “I will volunteer in xxx where I will share my skills in xxx over a period of xxx weeks.” OR: “I am seeking support to set up my own business to expand on the success I have achieved as a xxx.” OR: “I will share my skills in xxx by setting up a xxx and help those most in need.” *

Explain more fully what your project is, how it came about, why it is important to you personally and how you think the funding will make a difference. (Max 750 words) *

What is the project start and end date? *

Please provide details of any partner organisations or people involved and the role they will play? *

Financial details

How much are you requesting from the Magnusson Fund? (Max. £5000) *

What is the total cost of the project? *

Please provide an estimated breakdown of costs e.g. travel, equipment etc. How much funding is already in place? How will you make up any shortfall, if applicable? *

Main objectives

Please outline three main objectives of your project. *

Success and impact

Please provide details of how you will report back to GCU on the success and impact of your project. *

Other comments

If you do not receive a Magnusson Award will you still go ahead with your project? *

Is there any other information to support your project? *