Santander Universities new agreement with the university

On 25 April, the university hosted a celebration event to mark the beginning of a new three-year agreement between Santander Universities and the University of Brighton.  The occasion, held in the Cockcroft Building in Moulsecoomb, also recognised the achievements of the students, staff and community partners who received funding over the last year.

In the last three years, the support offered by Santander has directly benefitted 103 students and staff through a wealth of exciting projects. In 2011/2012, a total of £110,000 was allocated through 42 awards between the amounts of £500 and £7,500.

Professor Julian Crampton, the Vice-Chancellor, acknowledged Santander’s encouragement and commitment, which despite the economic challenges of a global recession, continues to invest in the higher education sector.

Matthew Hutnell of Santander Universities commented: “Santander signed a collaboration agreement with Brighton in 2008. Since then our partnership with the university has been going from strength to strength. This event today was the perfect occasion to meet all the beneficiaries of this agreement. The funding from Santander has allowed students and staff to study and carry out research that has changed their lives forever. It is very rewarding for us to see that our support has made a real difference to all these people.”

Carlos Sanchez Velazquez, one of the masters scholarships recipients in attendance, talked about how grateful he was to have received the scholarship. Carlos highlighted that it wouldn’t have been possible for him to come to the UK and do his masters if he hadn’t been awarded the scholarship and encouraged both Santander and the University of Brighton to continue their agreement which facilitates access to university to people with fewer resources.

Applications for the 2012/2013 academic year are now open. The closing date for most funding streams is Friday 25 May 2012. For more information visit: www.brighton.ac.uk/alumni/funding-opportunities