OpenFieldLondon Primary Teacher Training Bursary
Department for Education tax-free bursary awarded to eligible candidates training to teach in high-priority subjects in London schools.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- UK bachelor's degree (2:2 or higher) or recognized international equivalent
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 7.0 overall (minimum 6.5 in all components)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Personal statement detailing commitment to London primary school teaching
- Recommendation letters
- Two references (academic and professional)
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Up to £28,000 tax-free training bursary depending on degree class and subject
- Application fee
- £0 application fee (apply via DfE Apply)
- Tuition / joining costs
- £9,250 tuition fee loan eligible through Student Finance England
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- June 30, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Cumbria in London documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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