Are you an aspiring changemaker ready to study international policy or social sciences in the UK but concerned about finances? The University of Kent’s School of Social Sciences has just opened applications for the prestigious Bill Jenkins Award 2025 — a golden opportunity offering £4,000 in financial support for one deserving Master’s student.
What is the Bill Jenkins Award?
This award is a competitive scholarship designed to support students with financial need who are beginning a Master’s program in the School of Social Sciences at the University of Kent in September 2025. While all eligible Master’s applicants are encouraged to apply, preference will be given to students enrolling in the MA International Public Policy.
Scholarship Value
One-time award of £4,000 granted to one successful applicant.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Bill Jenkins Award, applicants must:
- Have applied to a Master’s program at the School of Social Sciences, University of Kent.
- Plan to commence studies in September 2025 (either full-time or part-time).
- Be able to demonstrate financial hardship, preferably with a payslip, P60, or equivalent documents. Priority will be given to students with a household income below £30,000 annually.
- Submit a 500-word personal statement explaining:
- Why they chose their specific Master’s program?
- How the scholarship would help them achieve their academic and professional goals?
How to Apply?
Once you’ve submitted your application to the relevant Master’s program at the University of Kent, you can apply for the Bill Jenkins Award directly through your Kent Applicant Portal https://www.kent.ac.uk/scholarships/search/FN40JENKIN01.
Make sure your 500-word supporting statement is compelling and clearly outlines both your passion for your chosen course and your financial circumstances.
The last date to apply for the Bill Jenkins Award offered by the University of Kent is June 30, 2025.