Posted by The Law School
12 August 2026The deadline to apply is Friday 11 September 2026.
FirstGens has teamed up with leading global law firm A&O Shearman to offer bursaries worth £15,000 each to first-generation students.
You’re considered first-generation if your parent(s) or guardian(s) did not complete a university degree. You can still be first-generation if your siblings or extended family attended university.
You could be eligible to apply if you’re starting your first year of university September 2026, studying law or a non-law subject, and curious about a career in law.
Successful applicants will receive £15,000, paid as £5,000 per year over three years, which does not need to be repaid, alongside:
⚖️ A visit to A&O Shearman’s London office
🎤 Exclusive events with legal professionals
🤝 Support from a dedicated A&O Shearman professional throughout their degree
Find out more
https://firstgens.co.uk/funding-opportunities