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Grants, prizes and opportunities for you

We're working with Santander Universities to help students and graduates access opportunities for learning, employability and entrepreneurship.

Our partnership with Santander began in 2018. Since then, Santander Universities has provided more than £267,000 in funding to initiatives at the University of Portsmouth, including financial grants for students in hardship, grants and training programmes for student entrepreneurs and mobility grants for students to study overseas.

 

Recent opportunities

Formula 1® Silverstone experience with Santander Open Academy

Santander Open Academy is offering 2 winners (and their guests) the opportunity to attend the FORMULA 1® PIRELLI BRITISH GRAND PRIX 2026 at Silverstone — experiencing leadership, teamwork and performance at the highest level.

The prize includes:

  • 4-day race access (2-5 July 2026)
  • 4 nights’ hotel accommodation
  • Transfers to and from Silverstone

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Santander £250 Career Support Award 2025-26

Need a little extra support to take your next career step?  We’ve partnered with Santander to offer 60 awards of £250 to help our students take that next career step. The funding can support interview travel and clothing, placement or internship essentials and more. It’s here to help you say yes to opportunities that build your experience, confidence and future career.  

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Santander Student and Graduate £500 Prize Draw

The Santander Student and Graduate £500 Prize Draw is offering 200 awards of £500 to help students, degree apprentices and recent graduates make the most of your studies, work or next steps. The award is designed to provide flexible financial support, giving you the freedom to use the money in the way that works best for you.

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University support fund

Support fund grants can help with financial hardship and cover emergency costs such as urgent bills and food supplies.

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Careers support

Get ready for your future career. Find expert guidance on CVs, job applications, interviews, and career planning from our dedicated Careers Support team.

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Student Startup support

Whether you’re looking to freelance, launch a new business or develop an existing one, the Student StartUp Team can support you.

 

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