Funding is available from Somerville to enable undergraduates to attend performances of Shakespeare. These awards have been made possible through a generous legacy donation from Senior Research Fellow, Katherine Duncan-Jones.

Eligibility

 All enrolled undergraduates on the following courses can apply for this funding. Students who are on suspension and visiting students are not eligible. 

  • BA English Language and Literature
  • BA Classics and English
  • BA English and Modern Languages
  • BA History and English

Award levels

Students can claim up to £100 per year towards the cost of attending a performance of Shakespeare at the Royal Shakespeare Company or in London. Performances need to take place between 1st October 2025 and 30th September 2026 or the course completion date, whichever is sooner.

Application process 

The application form will be available at the end of September 2025.

Please complete the application form and attach evidence of the costs. Payment will be made in advance of the trip and based on the costs provided in the application.

Reporting

Successful applicants will be expected to submit a brief report outlining how they have used the award.

Queries

If you have any queries, please email student.funding@some.ox.ac.uk