Santander opportunities for students

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Santander is more than just a bank. In partnership with us, offers you free learning resources and scholarships alongside giveaways throughout the year to help you along your university journey. You don't have to bank with Santander to get involved - you just need to be a ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø student.

This page covers the latest opportunities and giveaways on offer.

Learning Resources

Santander Open Academy have lots of resources to help you develop your academic and employability skills. You'll find podcasts, books, audiobooks and videos. To get started, . 

Giveaways and Scholarships

Santander offers a range of cash and prize giveaways alongside scholarship opportunities for all ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø students. Past opportunities have included winning free tickets to the F1 Grand Prix, a brand-new iPad, and a £1000 grant. You don't need to bank with Santander to enter - you just need to register on Santander Open Academy for free. Find the latest opportunities below.

£250 Careers Support Award

Need a little extra support to take your next career step? You could receive a £250 award to take that step, whether it be for interview travel and clothing, placement or internship essentials and more.

£500 Prize Draw

Santander is offering 200 awards of £500 to support students with managing their studies, career development, or next steps. The award provides flexible financial support, giving you the freedom to use the money in the way that works best for you.

Hear from past winners

Winner Testimonials

Every year Santander offers students the chance to win £1000 as part of their Brighter Futures Grant. Winning this money can help you cover essential costs, so you can enjoy university with less financial stress. Read the below testimonials to see how much of an impact winning this grant has had on your fellow students.

Refer back to this webpage to stay up to date with the Brighter Futures Grant and all other Santander opportunities.