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Scholarships with the Army

What are Scholarships? 

If you have your heart set on becoming an officer but are still at school the good news is that the Army has a scheme to help support you through school and university. The Army Officer Scholarship Scheme (AOSS) which is offered to high quality students who have the potential to make excellent Army officers 

Can I join any Regiment? 

Army Scholars can apply to join any Regiment or Corps for which they are eligible. You don’t have to make a final decision about which Regiment or Corps you want to join until you’re at Sandhurst, unless you’re thinking about joining as a Professionally Qualified Officer, such as a Doctor, Dentist or Lawyer. 

Who can apply? 

Only up to 100 scholarships are awarded each year across the whole Country, so competition is tough. Scholarships are awarded on merit, and don’t take your background or method of schooling into account. 

What qualifications do I need? 

To be eligible, you need to have GCSEs in English Language, Mathematics and either a Science or a foreign language at a Grade 4 or above, as well as obtaining a minimum 40 ALIS points from your seven best GCSE subjects. 

If you have qualified through the Scottish education system you must have a minimum of 37 points from your seven best SNQs and an SNQ Level 5 in English, Maths and either a science or foreign language. 

How to apply? 

You should apply from September, at the beginning of academic Year 12 – the application window is open until 31st March the following year. You must be under 18 on the 1st August of the year when you attend the Selection Board. 

Useful points at a glance. 

• Apply while in Year 12/Lower 6th/Scottish Highers – Basically first year of A-Levels or equivalents. 

• Encourage anyone interested to apply online, RST will double check eligibility. Candidates will need a minimum of 40 ALIS points (see table below). 

• The Army expects successful Scholars to go on to university (but not an absolute must). 

• £3000 is paid to successful candidates while still in school/college. 

• Successful candidates receive an automatic Bursary Award of £6k while at university – this can rise much higher, including paying for their entire student fees (course dependent). 

Construction is a rewarding, well-paid career choice that offers clear paths to progression. From carpentry to archaeology, there’s something for everyone – but many young people are unaware of the opportunities available to them. That’s where Go Construct steps in.

Across a website, social media, events and campaigns, we provide engaging information, advice and guidance for anyone looking for a career in the construction industry. We cover all post-16 educational routes, from apprenticeships and university to traineeships and T Levels, and our careers section provides a comprehensive overview of over 180 job roles.

We have strong links with employers, local and national Governments, and training providers. We interact with schools and colleges across the UK to promote construction, and our materials and resources meet the Gatsby benchmarks. We’re here to help you encourage young people to consider construction.

Here’s some of the ways we can support you:

• Go Construct STEM Ambassadors are construction professionals - from apprentices to directors - who share their experiences to inspire young people. Schools and colleges can book an ambassador, free of charge, to bring STEM to life through careers talks, supporting after-school clubs, one-to-one mentoring and much more.

• Our suite of Educational Resources provide lesson plans, classroom activities and careers resources designed to be delivered by teachers and careers advisors. Covering all Key Stages, they offer an interactive insight into construction careers.

• The Interactive Construction Site allows young people to create an avatar and experience a virtual walkthrough a construction site, learning about the jobs best suited to them along the way. Perfect for homework!

That’s just part of what we offer. To find out more and utilise our free, interactive careers resources, head to the Go Construct website.