GCU Anniversary Scholarships
Opening doors. Unlocking opportunity. Celebrating 150 years of GCU.
To mark GCU’s 150th anniversary, donors Sir Alex Ferguson CBE and alumnus Dr Murray Rowden generously established the Anniversary Scholarships, a sector‑leading support package designed to help talented students who have faced financial or personal challenges - including those who are care‑experienced or estranged from family – to thrive.
Following the launch of these new scholarships, Turner and Townsend joined as our first corporate partner to create their own programme of anniversary scholarships. Balfour Beatty, George Leslie, the London Insurance Market Charitable Trust, Launch Digital are also proud to support anniversary scholarships alongside GCU alumni and friends.
We welcome applications from anyone living in Scotland looking to join GCU in first‑year of any undergraduate programmes, starting their degree in September 2026.
Please note there are also a number of GCU Anniversary Scholarships aligned to specific programmes including Quantity Surveying, Risk Management, Finance, Investment and Risk, and Environmental Civil Engineering.
What the Scholarship Provides
Financial Support: £6,000 bursary over four years (£1,500 paid each academic year) and £250 graduation award, helping with gown hire, photography and a celebratory meal with family or friends.
Access to opportunities that enrich your university experience and boost employability:
- Mentoring A dedicated mentor to support your studies and help you navigate university life*.
- Internship Support Access to an internship bursary fund - up to £1,000 for travel and accommodation for placements further afield.
- Networking Invitations to tailored events with alumni and industry experts to help you build valuable professional connections.
- Travel Award A guaranteed £1,000 travel award in Year 3 or 4 to support a life‑changing global experience.
*Mentors may be representatives of the corporate partners supporting scholarships
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