Northumbria University have five focus sports and we are committed to providing a performance hub environment with an athlete-centred approach within these sports. Northumbria are ranked highly within BUCS in these sports and have a strong local and national profile. These sports receive significant investment in coaching, scholarships and professional support to ensure we are a leading institution within these sports with the ambition to be a leading institution in the UK.
Northumbria Sports focus sports include Basketball (Men & Women), Football (Men & Women), Rugby League (Men & Women), Rugby Union (Men & Women) and Volleyball (Men & Women).
Successful applications for one of our focus sport scholarships will be given access to a performance sport environment and holistic support service programme that are tailored to the needs of each sport. Our focus sport scholarships include the following:
- Financial support*
- Sport scholar kit package
- Specialist strength & conditioning coaching and facilities
- Performance analysis support
- Physiotherapy treatment and rehabilitation support
- Unlimited access to Sport Central fitness facilities including pool access
- Anti-doping workshops and support
- Performance lifestyle support
- Group and one-to-one sport psychology support
- Group and one-to-one nutritional advice
- Dual career and academic flexibility support
*Financial support is offered to our top performing students and is decided by a panel. Not everyone will be offered financial support in addition to their scholarship package.
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE NOW LIVE!
To express your interest in joining our Sport Scholarship programme, please complete the form below:
Please ensure you have reviewed the closing dates listed above before submitting your application.
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