Closing on 30 April, the studentship is worth £4,500 per year of study - that’s a 50% fee waiver at undergraduate level, presently £4,500 for each year of a three year course of study, and £4,500 in total at Masters level - as well as the chance of a rewarding career with the police service.

There are five studentships available to those undertaking either undergraduate or postgraduate study. They offer the opportunity to train as a Special Constable as well as taking on a work placement with the force during the course of a degree.

Running for the second year the studentships are available to all students who have a confirmed offers for the academic year 2016-2017, on a full time course, and who have been a resident of Bedfordshire since 1 May 2015.

Commenting on the success of the inaugural year of the scheme, Director of Innovation and Enterprise at the University, Dr Nick Lancaster, said: “The Bedfordshire Police Studentship is a great opportunity for our students.

"As well as the obvious financial benefits it will also boost students’ awareness of the requirements of the workplace and boost their employability post-study."

The five studentships will be broken down into four at undergraduate level, and one at Masters level.  Applications are welcomed from students studying in any of the University’s faculties, though applicants on a course relevant to policing will be favourably weighted.

Essential criteria:

• A confirmed offer to commence undergraduate studies in the academic year 2016-17 (those with a conditional offer may apply but the final award is dependant on confirmation of a place at the University). Or a First or Upper Second class degree if applying for Masters level study
• Must be a resident of Bedfordshire as of 1 May 2015
• Satisfy academic entry requirements – i.e. those studying for A Levels may apply but the final award depends on confirmation of those results and University of Bedfordshire entrance.

Further guidance can found here