The Oblath International Enrichment Scholarship

The Oblath International Enrichment Scholarship aims to help lower-income students fund their studies abroad as part of their undergraduate degree.

If you are chosen for this award, you will receive a lump sum award before you leave for your time studying abroad. If you are chosen for the award, you won't have to pay it back after you graduate, unless you don't travel.

If you have any questions about this award or your eligibility, please contact us.

Are you eligible?

Eligibility criteria explained

To be eligible for the Oblath International Enrichment Scholarship, you must:

• have a household income between £0-£35,000 as assessed by Student Finance
• be registered on a first, full-time undergraduate degree at the University of Nottingham (UK Campus)
• not be receiving external sponsorship for your course e.g. from industry/employers (university bursaries and government grants do not affect your eligibility)
• be a 'home' undergraduate student at the University of Nottingham in year 2, 3 or 4 of study
• have completed at least one year of study at the University of Nottingham and be on track for a minimum grade of 2:1 in your studies so far
• be travelling abroad in the subsequent academic year as a part of study or related to study

Award value: Typically £750-£1000 depending on the strength of your application.

If the recipient of the award does not study abroad for any reason, it is the student's responsibility to make the Funding and Financial Support Team aware and repay the funds.

How to apply

To be considered for the Oblath International Enrichment Scholarship, you must complete an application so we can assess your eligibility.

Applications for 2024/25 are now closed. Further details for 2025/26 will become available in December 2025.

We recommend you read the application guidance before you apply.