Rita Harpin Legacy Funding Award

The School of Medicine is proud to announce the continuation of a very special legacy established by alumna Rita Harpin, who studied Education at Nottingham in 1974. Eligible students have the opportunity to receive a total of £12,500 to support their studies. This funding will be provided in monthly instalments to assist with tuition fees, living expenses, or other educational costs.

Rita was married to Bill Harpin, a former university staff member who tragically lost his battle with cancer in 2014. Motivated by her personal experiences and commitment to cancer research, Rita set up The Harpin Scholarships for Cancer Studies in 2015 to support students pursuing Masters-level cancer-related courses. Although scholarship payments were paused in 2016 when Rita required residential care, her vision has continued to inspire us. Following Rita’s passing in November 2023, she has left the university a legacy to maintain and revive the original scholarship she so passionately established.

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:

• hold a conditional or unconditional offer to study the MSc Oncology or MSc Cancer Immunology and Biotechnology at the University of Nottingham.
• be experiencing financial hardship.
• be a home or international student.

• Applicants must complete the application form by 23:59 pm (BST) on Friday 28 June 2026.
• Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview in July 2026.
• Successful applicants will be notified via email.