Imperial College London is pleased to announce the ESE Undergraduate Financial Bursary for the academic year 2026/2027. This scholarship is designed to support prospective undergraduate students in the Department of Earth Science and Engineering who meet widening participation criteria, helping to reduce financial barriers and promote equal access to higher education.
Imperial College London was established in 1907 and is a world-leading university specialising in science, engineering, medicine, and business. Located in London, Imperial is known for its strong focus on research, innovation, and practical learning, and it has built a global reputation for excellence and impact across industry and society.
Table of Briefs
| Category | Details |
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| Scholarship Name | ESE Undergraduate Financial Bursary |
| Degree Level | Undergraduate |
| Award Value | £2,500 |
| Number of Awards | 10 |
| Academic Year | 2026/2027 |
| Study Mode | Full-time |
| Tuition Fee Status | Home, Overseas |
| Available To | Prospective students |
| Department | Earth Science and Engineering |
| Application Deadline | 29 May 2026 |
Background
The ESE Undergraduate Financial Bursary is offered by the Department of Earth Science and Engineering at Imperial College London to support students from widening participation backgrounds who face financial barriers to higher education. The bursary forms part of Imperial’s commitment to improving access, equity, and inclusion by helping talented prospective undergraduates begin their studies with reduced financial pressure.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants who meet Imperial College London’s Widening Participation (WP) criteria are automatically eligible.
You may qualify if any one of the following applies to you:
Automatic Eligibility
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You are a care leaver or have spent time in care under a local authority
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Your home postcode falls within England’s Index of Multiple Deprivation (IMD) Quintile 1
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You currently receive or have previously received Free School Meals (FSM)
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Your home postcode falls within POLAR4 Quintile 1 or 2, and you also meet at least one of the following:
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You are the first in your family to attend university
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You attend an English school where Key Stage 5 performance is below Imperial’s 20% percentile threshold
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You attend a UK school where the FSM percentile is above Imperial’s 80% threshold
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Note: Your home address refers to your permanent residence, not a school or boarding address.
Benefits
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Financial Value: £2,500 per successful applicant
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Number of Awards: Up to 10 bursaries available
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Mode of Study: Full-time undergraduate programmes only
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Eligible Applicants: Prospective students not continuing students
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Department: Earth Science and Engineering, Imperial College London
This bursary is intended to support students at the start of their degree and is not available to continuing students.
Application Process
There is no separate scholarship application required.
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Students are automatically considered for the bursary when they submit an application for an eligible undergraduate programme.
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Eligibility is assessed based on information provided during the admissions process.
This streamlined process ensures that students do not face additional application burdens.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 29 May 2026.
Conclusion
The ESE Undergraduate Financial Bursary reflects Imperial College London’s commitment to widening participation and supporting talented students from diverse backgrounds. If you meet the eligibility criteria and are passionate about studying Earth Science and Engineering, this bursary can provide meaningful financial support as you begin your academic journey at one of the world’s leading universities.