Student grants
We award a number of grants to Mechanical Engineering students who are in financial difficulties, as well as those who need special equipment in order to complete their studies. Take a look through the following questions and answers to see if this applies to you.
Q: Who can apply?
Q: What do the grants cover?
Q: When do they start & how do I apply?
Q: Are any applications prioritised?
Q: Who can apply?
• Disabled or financially disadvantaged students studying Mechanical Engineering on an IMechE accredited first degree course at a UK University.
• Applicants must be current IMechE Members (any grade)
We can’t consider applications from:
• Non-IMechE members
• Students on courses other than a Mech Eng first degree course accredited by the IMechE
• Students studying outside the United Kingdom
• Those who have yet to be offered a University place
• Those who have not yet started their University studies
• Those who have mismanaged their finances and simply run out of money!
Q: What do the grants cover?
• Grants cover equipment costs, course materials (software, books etc)• ‘One-off’ cash grants of up to £1000 are available for financially disadvantaged students. This can go towards living costs, travel and accommodation.
Q: When do they start and how do I apply?
Grants are available from the start of each academic year in September. First, check with your University’s Student Services Department to make sure you are receiving all the statutory assistance available and any help from University funds. After this, contact us to confirm eligibility and we will send you an application form. Grants are not limited to only one academic year; repeat applications may be made.
Q: Are any applications prioritised?
Yes, we prioritise applications from the following groups:
• Disabled students
• Final year students
• Students with dependants, especially lone parents
• Students aged 25 and over with extra financial commitments
• Local Authority care leavers; students estranged from their parents; students with significant debts before commencing University course
• Students repeating a year due to causes outside their control
• Students with no access to other sources of funds
To find out more about Support Network student grants, please Contact us.