The Rocky Fund Bursary 2026 at Imperial College London provides financial support to undergraduate students in the Department of Earth Science and Engineering. The bursary helps students from disadvantaged backgrounds reduce financial pressure while studying at one of the world’s leading science and engineering universities.
Imperial College London offers this bursary to widen participation in Earth Sciences and support students with strong academic potential who face financial barriers.
About the Rocky Fund Bursary
The Rocky Fund Bursary supports students who receive an offer to study a full-time BSc or MSci degree in Earth Science and Engineering at Imperial College London.
The bursary specifically targets students who demonstrate exceptional academic potential but may struggle to finance their education. The fund originated from a Royal School of Mines alumnus and aims to support underrepresented and financially disadvantaged students in Earth Sciences.
Imperial awards one bursary per year, making it highly competitive and selective.
Applicants must first secure an offer before being considered for the bursary.
Why Choose The Rocky Fund Bursary?
This bursary allows students to study Earth Science and Engineering at a top-ranked global university while receiving financial support to reduce study-related pressure.
At Imperial College London, students gain:
- Access to world-class Earth science laboratories
- Field-based geological and geophysical training
- Strong connections with energy, mining, and environmental industries
- Opportunities to participate in research and field expeditions
The Rocky Fund also supports diversity in geosciences by helping students from underrepresented backgrounds access higher education.
Rocky Fund Bursary Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Host University: Imperial College London
- Scholarship Name: Rocky Fund Bursary
- Study Level: Undergraduate (BSc / MSci)
- Funding Type: Partially funded (bursary)
- Award Value: £2,500 per year
- Number of Awards: 1 bursary annually
- Duration: Full duration of undergraduate degree (3–4 years)
- Eligible Applicants: Home and international students
- Department: Earth Science and Engineering
- Application Method: A separate application is required after receiving the offer
- Application Deadline: 29 May 2026
- Selection Basis: Academic excellence and financial need
Bursary Benefits
The Rocky Fund Bursary provides:
- Annual £2,500 financial support for living costs
- Reduced financial burden during undergraduate study
- Opportunity to study at a world-leading Earth science department
- Support for students from disadvantaged backgrounds
- Access to fieldwork, labs, and industry exposure
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Hold an offer of admission to a full-time BSc or MSci in Earth Science and Engineering
- Demonstrate financial need or significant financial barriers
- Show strong academic performance or potential
- Apply for a program in the Department of Earth Science and Engineering
- Submit a bursary application before the deadline
The bursary specifically supports students who may otherwise struggle to fund their studies at Imperial College London.
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare:
- UCAS application for Earth Science and Engineering
- Offer letter from Imperial College London
- Academic transcripts or predicted grades
- Personal statement
- Rocky Fund bursary application form
- Supporting evidence of financial need (if required)
- Reference letter(s)
Application Process & Timeline
Follow these steps to apply:
- Apply for a BSc or MSci in Earth Science and Engineering via UCAS.
- Receive an offer of admission from Imperial College London.
- Complete the Rocky Fund Bursary application form.
- Submit all required documents before the deadline.
- The department reviews applications based on academic merit and financial need.
- The university selects one recipient annually.
