Talented Athlete Programme
The Talented Athlete Support Programme has been supporting GCU’s most promising athletes for almost 20 years, with around 25 successful students on the programme each year.
Operating in partnership with Glasgow University and Strathclyde University, with kind support from individual donors, the programme has been designed to assist the athletes in developing their sporting potential during their studies.
“I think the programme is an amazing way of supporting our talented athletes. When the students come to speak to us they have dreams of being successful in their chosen sports but they know their success will come with a lot of determination, effort, dedication and self-discipline. It is truly inspiring to hear their stories of how they cope with training and studies simultaneously!”
Kathleen Campbell
ARC Manager
Students from a whole range of sports have benefitted, including baton twirling, motor cross racing, athletics, boxing, rowing and curling.
In addition to financial assistance to help with training and competitions, the programme offers students access to training facilities at GCU, Strathclyde and Glasgow University.
“I was initially impressed by the student mix at GCU, and find the sports subsidy of great value to students. The success and impact on those who have previously been supported by the Talented Athlete Programme is just tremendous. I hope very much others will want to be involved in supporting these talented students and making a difference to their sporting careers. A little bit of support can reach far in terms of the impact it can make.”
Paul Morron
President of the Glasgow Jewish Representative Council and programme donor
Closing date
Applications must be received by Thursday, 31 October 2024. Late applications will not be accepted.
Submitting the application
Once you've fully completed the application form, email it to talentedathlete@gcu.ac.uk or post to:
Kathleen Campbell
ARC Health and Wellbeing
Glasgow Caledonian University
Cowcaddens Road
Glasgow
G4 0BA
Scotland, UK