The Northumbria Sport Development Bursary provides funding for students to go towards nationally recognised sport coaching qualifications, conferences, and other training opportunities. Students can apply for up to £200 of funding per academic year.
Why apply?
- Add qualifications or training opportunities to your CV
- Support your professional development and enhance your graduate employability
- Maximise your Northumbria Sport internship or volunteer experience by gaining additional qualifications to support you in your role
- Support your Northumbria Sport Club by gaining your coaching/referee qualification
- If you wish to apply, submit an application through the link above.
Who can apply?
- Northumbria University students registered to study in the 2026-2027 academic year
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- Students actively engaged in the Northumbria Sport Workforce Academy (coaches, umpires, referees, committee members, interns, placement students, and volunteers)
What can you apply for?
- Qualifications
- Accreditations
- Conferences
- Workshops
- Continuous Professional Development opportunities (CPD)
Terms and Conditions:
- You must be registered for study at Northumbria University in the academic year 2026-2027
- Applications for the Sport Development Bursary must be received at least one month in advance of the course/qualification start date
- You must fully commit to completing the course and ensure you are available on all dates requested, including any assessment dates
