Shillington Scholarships 2026.
Date
Oct 3, 2025
Applications open: 6 October 2025 Deadline: 20 October 2025
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Key Details
Scholarship value
50% reduction on course fees (worth £4,975)
Who it’s for
Ambitious aspiring creatives from underrepresented backgrounds. This may include but is not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes.
Eligible courses
Shillington Graphic Design course
Full-time January 2026 and Part-time February 2026 only.
Scholarships cannot be deferred to later intakes.
Learn graphic design
Learn graphic design from scratch. The original Shillington graphic design course. Join as a complete beginner, leave with an industry-ready portfolio and the skills to launch your creative career.
Design should not be limited by gatekeepers or old systems. We believe talent can come from anywhere and creativity thrives when all voices are represented.
As educators we are committed to breaking down barriers and shaping a more inclusive and diverse design industry. This scholarship is one step in creating new pathways for the next generation of creative leaders.
We aim to inspire our graduates to be bold and visionary. To bring their whole selves to the work. To become the designers who will transform the industry.
Train in motion design
Advanced training in motion design. A new Shillington motion course for practising graphic designers. Level up your career by learning the theory and practical application of motion design.
Application Process
Complete the online application form
Answer six questions:
- Tell us more about yourself. What do you currently do?
- Why do you want to study design?
- How do you meet the eligibility criteria?
- What makes Shillington the design school you want to study at?
- What is your dream job after graduating?
- How would receiving this scholarship impact your life and career?
Submit a creative response
It can be in a format of your choice. PDF, website or video. Show us your personality, and why you want to study at Shillington. Any style, and just focus on your idea!
Indicate your preferred intake
Full-time January 2026 or Part-time February 2026
Submit everything by 20 October 2025
View the terms and conditions for Shillington Scholarships.
Beyond the Scholarship
Receiving a Shillington Scholarship is not the end goal. It is the start of a journey.
By accepting the scholarship, recipients agree to become Shillington Scholarship Ambassadors for the duration of their studies. This involves participating in events, supporting marketing activities and providing creative content when required.
What’s included after graduation:
Portfolio surgery
A session held three months after graduation with an experienced Shillington teacher. The focus is on refining your portfolio even further.
Practice interview with feedback
A simulated design industry interview with constructive feedback to help build confidence and prepare you for the next stage of your career.
The goal
To equip every scholarship graduate with the confidence, tools and support they need to step into the industry and claim their place as a designer.
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