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What it is

  • You’ll get your engineering degree funded while training alongside the Royal Navy.
  • You’ll do up to 45 days a year of naval training and exercises during your studies.

Who it's for

  • You’re applying from Year 12 up to your final year at university for an approved engineering degree.
  • You have at least 96 UCAS points in 2 non-overlapping subjects, including 64+ in Maths and an engineering-based science.
  • You have 5 GCSEs at grade 7+ including English Language and Maths.

Good to know

  • Includes a guaranteed place on initial officer training at Britannia Royal Naval College after you complete the scheme.

This overview was generated using AI

Applicants can apply from Year 12 till the final year of university. With the appropriate GCSEs or equivalent and predicted UCAS grades, you can apply for generous annual bursary payments as well as having tuition fees covered throughout an approved and relevant engineering degree.

 There are 35 spaces available each year. If you’re successful, you’ll get the opportunity to do 45 days of Naval Service training every year alongside your studies. These include training nights during term time and a possibility to go on some exciting and rewarding military exercises. Complete these and you’ll earn an additional £2,000 per year, all while preparing yourself for Royal Navy life.

Once you’ve graduated, you’ll head to Britannia Royal Naval College (BRNC) for initial officer training. Keep in mind, you’ll need to complete at least 3 years service once trained.

You can study at any university across the country.

What you'll get

  • £5 000 per year bursary 
  • University tuition fees paid up to a maximum of £9,250 a year 
  • The opportunity to earn training pay (up to 45 Training Days approximately £2000 per year) as a member of the associated University Royal Naval Unit (URNU)
  • Experience service life before you start your career 
  • Get hands-on with some of our cutting-edge kit 
  • Opportunity to earn a place on a Master of Engineering course 
  • Guaranteed place on Royal Navy initial officer training at Britannia Royal Naval College (BRNC) on completion 
  • Fulfilling and challenging career as an Air, Weapon or Marine Engineer Officer working in the Surface Fleet or Submarine Service 
  • Chance to enjoy all aspects of university life. While laying the foundations for a successful engineering career that makes use of your qualifications and skills

What you'll need

  • At least 96 UCAS points in 2 non-overlapping subjects (at least 64 points should be in Maths and an Engineering-based Science)
  • 5 GCSEs at grade 7 or higher including English Language and Mathematics
  • There is no requirement for you to have been an A-level scholarship student
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