SPORT SCHOLARSHIPS
Sport Sport Scholarships Elite Dual Career Athlete Pathway (EDCAP) Sport Scholarships
THE ELITE DUAL CAREER ATHLETE PATHWAY
The Elite Dual Career Athlete Pathway (EDCAP) provides sector-leading dual career support that mirrors that of a UKSport world class performance programme and is tailored to the individual needs of our highest performing student-athletes at the University.
We pride ourselves on offering the most comprehensive and extensive sport scholarship programme in the country, providing high-performance student-athletes with access to bespoke specialist support services, expert practitioners and state of the art facilities within our dedicated Performance Centre.
Our team of specialist practitioners collaborate with key stakeholders both in- and external to the University, such as Coaches, National Governing Bodies and Academic Partners, in order to align dual career support and develop world-class athletes aspiring to compete at major international championships during their time at UoB, or shortly after graduating.
The EDCAP consists of two tiers: a one-year Talent programme which provides a pathway on to the Elite programme, for those that meet required performance standards. Both awards consist of very similar support, but the Elite tier receives more individualised support and funding. The total value of an EDCAP scholarship award ranges between £8-12,000.
Meet the 2022/23 EDCAP Scholars
BREAKDOWN OF THE AWARD
- Financial award of up to £3000; additional funding available towards international representation abroad and personal development.
- Access to tailored, specialist support services: strength & conditioning, nutrition, physiology, psychology and performance lifestyle
- Unlimited access to physiotherapy and soft tissue therapy, within a fair use policy. Additional access to funding for medical imaging, further diagnosis and intervention.
- High level dual career support: dedicated Performance Lifestyle Coach and special consideration for academic flexibility
- A reduced conditional offer by one A Level grade or equivalent for incoming undergraduates.
- Programme of engagement that includes a full induction process, Welcome Meal and dedicated EDCAP scholar social events throughout the academic year
- 12-month Sport and Fitness Prime membership that includes full access anytime to the 200-station gym, 50m pool, steam room, sauna, gym group classes and squash facilities.
- Provision of New Balance scholar kit and Athlete Resource Pack
Criteria for consideration
Student-athletes currently excelling at a junior international standard (or above) within an Olympic and/or Commonwealth sport. Students of all nationalities and years of study are eligible to apply and be considered for a sport scholarship, including those on post-graduate courses.
Disclaimer: meeting the above criteria for consideration does not guarantee you a place on the Elite Dual Career Athlete Pathway.
HOW TO APPLY
We are delighted to announce that the application process for the 2023-24 academic year is now open. Please apply via the button below. Please note: we can only guarantee a reduced academic offer to those who apply in the first wave of applications and that are already in receipt of an offer from the University of Birmingham.
APPLICATION TIMELINE
21 NOVEMBER 2022
2023-24 EDCAP applications open
27 JANUARY 2023
Deadline for all Wave 1 EDCAP applications
21-23 FEBRUARY 2023
Wave 1 EDCAP Scholarship Interviews
2 JUNE 2023
Final deadline for all EDCAP applications
27 - 29 JUNE 2023
Wave 2 EDCAP Scholarship Interviews
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HUGH SPROSTON
Sport Scholarship Manager

Helen Waters
Sport Scholarship Officer
Email: [email protected]