Support students through hardship

Northumbria University’s Hardship Fund helps to relieve financial hardship that impacts on a student’s ability to study and participate in higher education.

The Fund supports students who are experiencing unexpected or unforeseen financial difficulties through the provision of funding towards the cost of accommodation, food, childcare and learning resources/digital equipment. The funding enables students to concentrate upon their studies, without the worry of being unable to afford their basic living costs.

Thanks to the generosity of our alumni and other supporters, we have been able to make a real difference to the lives of many students across the Northumbria University community.

How can you help?

A donation of:

£20 will pay for basic provisions for a few days;

£75 will help towards rent and utility bills for a week;

£150 will buy food supplies for a month; and

£500 will purchase a laptop and WiFi subscription for a student

'I was an international student at one time, and I can only imagine hardships that some people face to get an education. I owe a lot to this University, and I am grateful to be able to help in some way. It is a real privilege to be able to help in my small way'

Dr Arnab Basu, Chief Executive Officer of Kromek, Alumnus and Honorary Graduate

"I can't thank enough the Northumbria Team who helped me. I want everyone involved to know how grateful I am. This support will put my mind at ease with everything that has gone on. Thank you, you have helped me in my time of difficulty”

Chloe, Student Recipient from Tough Times Campaign

“Many thanks for your quick decision on my hardship request. This support will help lessen my financial burden and help me in many other ways”

Stuart, Student Recipient from Tough Times Campaign