Scholarships and bursaries
Financial aid for which incoming and current Middlesex students are eligible to apply
We don't want you to be discouraged from university study due to financial reasons so we offer scholarships, awards and bursaries. They aren't like a loan because you don't need to pay them back.
We award them for different reasons based on your personal circumstances and achievements. You can use the money to reduce your tuition fees or to assist with expenses.
- You can apply for more than one scholarship
- You can only receive one scholarship at one time so if you have been awarded more than one, you will automatically be awarded the one of highest value
- The decision of the Scholarships Committee about awards is final.
Depending on your family's income, you might also be entitled to more support from the government through loans and grants. See our information on undergraduate finance and postgraduate finance.
We are finalising our financial support for students looking to apply for September 2025. We expect to share full details on this page in early 2025. In the meantime, please reach out if you have any questions about the broader support available.
Updates to postgraduate awards
We are revising our offer of financial support to ensure it best meets the current needs of students. Further announcements will be made on postgraduate awards in June.
International students
In addition to the above awards, if you are a student with talent and potential, you may be eligible for either our Regional or International Merit Award, which rewards students with up to £2,000 towards course fees for all taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
We also have a limited number of other awards specific to certain regions, and work in partnership with funding providers in your country to help support you financially with your study.
For more information about what's available to students from your country, please contact your nearest of our international offices.
Financial support while you study
Living Costs Fund
The Living Costs Fund, which is available throughout the academic year, is designed to provide a safety net to help you to continue to study. The fund provides support for small unexpected costs and support, as you adjust to higher living costs whilst studying. The fund is open to all enrolled students, or those retaking modules this year. Money or food vouchers don’t need to be repaid, and you can apply more than once.
Laptop Loan Scheme
We understand not everyone will have access to a personal laptop, but we’re determined to make sure this doesn’t hinder your learning. Laptops are accessible to all via our laptop loan scheme. During the pandemic, we purchased an extra 1000 additional laptops, meaning access is better than ever before.
MDX is the only UK university to provide all students with free personal learning materials to assist with their studies
- The majority of students will receive the core book from their reading list for free as a personal e-book.
- Students who require the Adobe Creative Suite for their course will receive access for free, meaning you’re able to access industry standard software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects and much more.
- All printing for your course is free (but we strive to be as green as possible by working digitally)