Lion Sports Award

The Lion Sports Award supports talented incoming student-athletes who can demonstrate that they will make a significant contribution to sport at the University of Birmingham.

The award is available to incoming undergraduate and postgraduate students and provides a cash award of up to £500.

Eligible incoming undergraduate recipients may also receive a one-grade reduction in the academic conditions of their offer to study at the University of Birmingham.

Successful applicants are likely to have a sporting background that includes participation in national leagues, representing national-level clubs or, depending on the sport, competing at national or regional championship-level events.

Sport Scholarships at the University of Birmingham are highly competitive and meeting the criteria for consideration does not guarantee an award.

Who can apply?

Applicants must be UK-domiciled and be incoming undergraduate or postgraduate students at the University of Birmingham.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential to make a significant contribution to sport at the University.

Successful applicants are likely to have experience that includes participation in national leagues, representing national-level clubs or, depending on the sport, competing at national or regional championship-level events.

Applicants must have applied for an eligible programme at the University of Birmingham and complete a separate Sport Scholarship application.

Meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee a Lion Sports Award.

Open to students with the following nationalities: Ireland, United Kingdom

Open to students living in (domiciled) in the following countries: Ireland, United Kingdom

How to Apply

To be considered for a Lion Sports Award, you must complete both of the following by the scholarship application deadline:

Apply for your University of Birmingham programme. You must have submitted an application for your intended undergraduate or postgraduate programme at the University of Birmingham.

Complete the Sport Scholarship application form. Applications open on 1 October 2026 and must be submitted by Wednesday 20 January 2027.

You will need your UCAS ID or University of Birmingham application ID when completing your Sport Scholarship application. Please ensure you enter the correct ID, as an incorrect or missing number may delay your application.

You will also be asked to provide information about your sporting achievements and the contact details of a coach or representative who can support your application.

Decisions will be communicated by 31 March 2027.