This page is a resource for University of Edinburgh students seeking alternative funding to the Student Experience Grants. Please note: The information on this page is accurate as of February 2025, and is subject to change. University based fundingSupport for studentsEdinburgh Innovations FundsArea of SupportEligibilityAmount AvailableBusiness Ideas CompetitionIdeas for a business, social enterprise, charity, or freelancing propositionCurrent University of Edinburgh students and recent alumni (within the last two years)Up to £4,000Enterprise Initiative Grant (EIG)Early-stage business ideas needing funding for market research, prototypes, or marketing materialsUniversity of Edinburgh students actively engaged with the Edinburgh Innovations student enterprise teamUp to £1,000Inspire Launch Grow AwardsSupports start-up projectsUniversity of Edinburgh students and recent alumni (within the last two years)A share of the £48,000 prize fundStartup Summer AcceleratorMainly those focussed on climate or advancing the UN's Sustainable Development goalsOne co-founder must be a current University of Edinburgh student or a recent alumni (within the last two years)£3,000 in funding and further business supportSustainable Business Ideas CompetitionStartup ideas (social enterprise, charity, or freelancing) tackling sustainability challengesCurrent University of Edinburgh students or a recent alumni (within the last two years)£1,000 and further support developing your idea Additional Student FundsArea of SupportEligibilityAmount AvailableCoaching and Officiating FundCoaching & Volunteering Academy -Helping individuals obtain coaching and/or officiating qualifications to support sports clubs and intramural teamsUniversity of Edinburgh students and non-studentsTo inquire directlyStudent Participation GrantScholarships and Financial Support - Eliminating financial barriers for students participating in sports and societies at EdinburghUniversity of Edinburgh students studying on campusUp to £300 per student Support for staff and/or students FundArea of SupportEligibilityAmount awardedEarth Fellows research projectsEdinburgh Earth Initiative - Funding students positions for university research projects related to climate, environment and sustainabilityUniversity of Edinburgh academic staff with research rolesFunding to pay the salary of an Earth Fellow (postgraduate-level work) or Advanced Earth Fellow (PhD-level work)Principal's Teaching Award SchemeInstitute for Academic Development - Activities that enhance learning and teaching at the University of EdinburghUniversity of Edinburgh staff with learning, teaching, research or student support roles£2,500 -£18,000Student Partnership Agreement Small Project fundingInstitute for Academic Development - Staff-Student collaboration projects that enhance the student experienceUniversity of Edinburgh staff and students project collaborationUp to £1,000Sustainable Campus FundSocial Responsibility and Sustainability - Projects generating carbon and financial savings on campusUniversity of Edinburgh staff and studentsTo Inquire directly Support for Clubs and Societies Funds relating to Edinburgh University Students’ Association (EUSA)Area of SupportEligibilityAmount awardedCSE Nucleus Student Activities fundStudent activities taking place in the Nucleus BuildingAny recognised society by EUSA or any College of Science & Engineering student groupUp to £500The Let’s Talk FundStudent-led initiatives around mental health and well beingUniversity of Edinburgh students and student groupsUp to £150Student Opportunities Development FundStudent-led projects with long-term impact on UOE students and communitiesUniversity of Edinburgh studentsUp to £500 Funds relating to Edinburgh University Sports Union (EUSU)Area of SupportEligibilityEdinburgh University Sports Union Alumni FundEUSU club development and legacy building initiativesEUSU clubsEquipment FundOne-off purchases of equipment for EUSU clubsEUSU clubs Support for Organisations and Social enterprisesFunds nameArea of SupportEligibilityAward amountAlwaleed Community Grant SchemeAlwaleed Centre for the Study of Islam in the Contemporary World - Projects in Scotland that are related to a better understanding of Islam and the contemporary Muslim worldOrganisationsUp to £5,000Community Grant SchemeEdinburgh Local - Projects that have a positive social impact on people living in the City of Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian, West Lothian, Scottish Borders and/or FifeCommunity organisationsUp to £5,000Micro-grant SchemeEdinburgh Local - Projects which could have positive social impact for people living in the City of Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian, West Lothian, Scottish Borders and/or FifeNot-for-profit organisations and social enterprisesUp to £500 Edinburgh-based fundingSupport for studentsFund NameOrganisationAreas of SupportEligibilityApplication DeadlinesAmount availableEdinburgh Geological Society Project Grants Edinburgh Geological SocietyActivities to encourage public interest in geology and to advance geological knowledgeProfessional and non-professional geologists, and students Twice a year on 31 March and 31 OctoberUp to £1,000Myre Sim Fund Bursaries Royal College of Physicians of EdinburghContributes towards expenses for an 8-week elective period or study/research, in the UK or abroad, with a physician in a non-academic postUniversity of Edinburgh medical studentsTwice a year on 31 March and 30 SeptemberUp to £750 Support for Organisations and Societies Fund NameOrganisationAreas of SupportEligibilityApplication DeadlinesAmount availableCommunity Grants FundThe City of Edinburgh CouncilLocal community activity in EdinburghVoluntary organisations and community groupsVaries depending on area of cityUp to £5,000Research Support Fund Edinburgh Mathematical SocietyFinancial support for mathematical activities, including research visits, conferences and publicationsMembers and non-members of the Edinburgh Mathematical Society10 September, 10 November, 10 January, 10 March and 10 MayVaries depending on the activity This article was published on 2025-02-20
