Art & Design 'Global Challenges' Scholarship 2024-25
The University is the recipient of a generous donation from eminent architect Mike Davies CBE, to support students studying art and design subjects.
Mike is renowned for his extraordinary contribution to innovative architecture, building engineering and glass technology and his 50 year career has involved him with projects such as the Pompidou Centre Paris, Lloyd's of London, the Millenium Dome and Heathrow Terminal 5.
A passionate supporter of the University of Sunderland, Mike has helped to devise the 'Global Challenges' scholarship which will support students in undertaking a project or opportunity to develop creative practice for the potential benefit of others whilst tackling current global challenges.
This programme awards up to 5 annual scholarships of up to £1,000 and is available to full-time/part-time Home/EU/OS students studying at Sunderland Campus and studying one of the following disciplines:
- BA (Hons) Artist Designer Maker: Glass and Ceramics (Stage 2 and 3)
- BA (Hons) Fine Art (Stage 2 and 3)
- BA (Hons) Photography Video and Digital Imaging (Stage 2 and 3)
- BA (Hons) Graphic Design (Stage 2 and 3)
- BA (Hons) Illustration and Design (Stage 2 and 3)
- BA (Hons) Animation and Games Art (Stage 2 and 3)
- BA (Hons) Fashion Design and Promotion (Stage 2 and 3)
- MA Design
- MA Visual Practice
- PhDs in the School of Art and Design
(Integrated Foundation Routes for the above subject areas also included)
How to apply
Applications to this programme are currently open. Applications must be received by Friday 25h April 2025
Applications will be assessed by the awarding committee and selection will be based upon the following and written criteria below:
- Clarity of proposal
- Benefit of applicant's project/creativity helping to shape society whilst supporting others.
- Clarity as to which 'global challenge' the project will address.
- Clarity of budget
You can apply for this scholarship using your University E-Vision account
View and download the scholarship criteria
For further information or for an informal discussion please contact Professor Kevin Petrie, Professor of Creative Practise.
The Development Office team are available to offer you advice or to answer any questions that you may have about completing your application.
Please contact the team on development.office@sunderland.ac.uk
Global Challenges Case Studies
Hear how the Global Challenges programme has helped create life changing experiences for students: