Santander Brighter Futures Grant

The Santander Brighter Futures Grant is now open for applications.

The Brighter Futures Grants programme, in partnership with Santander is back!

We’re giving away 10 grants of £1,000, and all University of Leeds students are eligible.

Whilst this initiative is run in partnership with Santander, you don’t need to bank with them to apply.

What you can use it for

It’s your choice – rent, groceries, bills, textbooks, tech, study space – you decide what’s best to support your studies and living expenses.

How to sign up

1. Register for Santander Open Academy – a free online learning platform.
2. Follow the verification link in your confirmation email.
3. Log in and choose ‘Get Started’ to complete your entry into the Brighter Futures Grants programme. From the menu you need to select ‘University of Leeds’.
4. Submit your entry by 11pm on 12 May.

By entering you’ll also have access to browse the Santander Open Academy website for free, on-demand learning content that can help support you in your studies.

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