Bursary scheme

A fund has been established by OCR to provide bursaries to West Midlands students to help them make the most of their opportunity of studying at the University of Cambridge. The OCR Bursary Scheme fund arises out of OCR’s historical association with the West Midlands examination board and is part of our commitment to recognising and encouraging the achievement of all learners.

The scheme gives students from the West Midlands, who have been offered a place at Cambridge, bursaries of £3,000 per annum for the lifetime of their undergraduate studies. Bursaries will be awarded to up to ten students. Applicants may choose whether the bursary is used for living costs or tuition fees or a combination of both.

How to apply

Print out and complete the official nomination form below. Candidates need to fill in the self-profile section and school or colleges must provide a supporting statement on the form. A full UCAS form including all references must also be attached.

Please complete the form carefully as incomplete forms will not be considered.

When to apply

Candidates should apply when they have been offered a place on a full-time undergraduate degree course at Cambridge University.

Timetable

  • Application forms to be returned to OCR by 15 June 2012.
  • Applications to be considered and short-listed during July 2012.
  • Final decision to be made and announced to candidates in August 2012 (when places at Cambridge University have been confirmed).
  • Bursary to be paid directly to the relevant college as soon as possible after the start of the academic year.