Capri Holdings Foundation Scholarships

Eligibility

To be eligible for The Capri Holdings Foundation Scholarship students must be:

• Considered a Home student for fees purposes.
• Currently enrolled the BA (Hons) Fashion Design or BA (Hons) Fashion Communication course at Central Saint Martins.
• Undertaking the Diploma of Professional Studies placement in the industry commencing September 2024.

About

The Capri Holdings Foundation for the Advancement of Diversity in Fashion has partnered with Central Saint Martins to support students from historically under-represented communities studying on the BA Fashion and BA Fashion Communication courses.  The scholarships will support students for the duration of their year in industry and final year, covering tuition and maintenance costs as well as placement-related expenses.

The Capri Holdings Foundation Scholarships will open up opportunities for talented students from diverse backgrounds who might otherwise not be able to engage fully with an education in fashion. It is part of Capri Holdings pledge to advance equality and promote long-term change in the fashion industry.

The scholarship will be assessed on the basis of financial need and creative potential.

It will provide a contribution of £17,850 towards course tuition fees and maintenance for the placement year and £25,250 for the final year of studies.

Applications are particularly welcome from students from traditionally under-represented communities who are in financial hardship and will benefit from undergraduate studies to realise their full potential.

Receiving payment

The scholarship will provide a contribution of £17,850 towards course tuition fees and maintenance for the placement year and £25,250 for the final year of studies.

Tuition fees will be paid directly from the award into the University’s Tuition Fees account.

Maintenance payments will be paid via BACS in termly instalments to the award recipients two weeks after the start of each term based on progression and enrolment status.