Sport Opportunities Fund

Would you like to be considered for funding support? Please read the information below to find out more.

The Opportunities Fund is designed to help students cover some of the costs of participating in all sport strands at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ. You can apply for support with AU Club memberships, equipment, kit, and sports fees for Social Leagues and Rec Sport. The 26/27 Opportunities Fund is now closed to applications due to funding being fully allocated.

Things you need to know

  • 1 x AU Club Membership
  • Specialist sports equipment
  • IMS kit, such as playing shirts
  • Social Sport or My Learn To entry fees
  • Core club trips not covered by the membership fee (exc. Social activity)
  • Reimbursement of an AU membership, equipment or entry fees already purchased
  • ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Sport Membership
  • Coaching of Officiating courses

Funding allocation

  • The amount granted depends on the number of applications received.
  • You may not receive the full amount requested.

Application process and deadlines

If applying for an AU Club Membership:

  • Do not purchase your membership until you’ve received a decision. Purchases will not be reimbursed.
  • Clubs with membership limits have reserved spaces for Opportunities Fund applicants.
  • If successful, you will be given credit on your ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Sport account which must only be used for the membership you applied for.
  • Misuse of credit (e.g. purchasing other products) will result in a charge to your account.
  • The deadline to purchase membership will be confirmed in your grant email. 

If applying for equipment, competition costs, or trips:

  • If successful, you will receive details in your grant email about how to make the purchase.

The 26/27 Opportunities Fund is now closed to applications due to funding being fully allocated.

Data and storage

  • Applications and the data provided within them will be stored for the 2026/27 academic year only. Your data will not be shared outside of ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Sport. This application is separate to the LU bursary.
  • If more funding becomes available, your application may be reconsidered.
  • All data will be deleted at the end of the academic year.

Appeals and complaints

  • Funding decisions are made by a joint panel and are final.
  • If you wish to make a complaint, you must follow the Student Complaints Procedures in Ordinance XXXVIII (available on the University website).