Sports bursaries are offered to talented students who have reached national standard in their chosen sport.
"The sport bursary scheme at Sussex helped with the cross over between sport and study, offering motivation and ensuring I was able to achieve in both. The comprehensive support package given to me allowed me to aim for the skies in my pursuit of Olympic gold." David Stone MBE, Paralympic cyclist
The sports bursary scheme offers students 3 levels of support depending on their sporting achievements.
Tier 1 - High performance athlete - should currently represent your country at senior level and be from a British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) recognised sport
Tier 2 - Performance athlete scheme - should currently represent your country at junior level or be a member of a national level development squad. Sports must be recognised by Sport England
Tier 3 - Development athlete scheme - should have represented your county at senior level or be a member of a national league team. Sports must be recognised by Sport England
Students will receive access to a comprehensive support package including:
- Free use of facilities
- Fitness testing (performance athletes only)
- Fitness programmes (performance athletes only)
- Access to physiotherapy and chiropractic support
- Links to external clubs
- Student mentoring
- Complimentary Student Union sports membership
- Financial support
- Academic flexibility (performance athletes only)
- Car parking privileges
Here's what some previous recipients think of the bursary scheme:
"I play Ultimate Frisbee for the Mohawks, the University team, and it's been a fantastic way to meet people.
"The coaching and support I received from the Mohawks enabled me to apply to, and become a member of, the GB Under 23 Mixed team, which won the World Championships in Florence [in 2010].
"Without the support of the University, the Students' Union and the sports bursary I received, none of this would have been possible."
Nick White, Gold medallist, Under 23 Ultimate Frisbee Mixed World Championships 2010
"My time at Sussex hasn't just been about books and conferences. It's also been about making friends and having fun - and the University has plenty of options.
"In my case, sports have always played a very important part. I've been the captain of the men's volleyball team since I started my degree, which has given me the opportunity to meet wonderful people the world over, travel throughout the UK and compete against other universities. When the sun shines it's time to hit Brighton beach and play some volleyball!
"Our team currently plays in the First Division of the South East Conference, and last year I took part in the Volleyball England Beach Tour, coming 5th at the national finals at Blackpool.
"It's all been possible thanks to the great support we've received from the Students' Union and the University itself. Last year I was granted a sports bursary that has not only helped with training, but also with speeding up my recovery after a knee injury."
Adrian Duhalt, PhD student in Geography
Applying
To apply for a bursary, please download our Bursary Application Form.
For further information, please call Luke Terrill, Sports Development Officer, on 01273 877687 or email l.o.terrill@sussex.ac.uk
Please note that the deadline for applicants for the academic year 2013/14 is Monday 23rd September 2013.