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Bursaries
Our Commitment to Inclusivity
The School of Artisan Food believe that high-quality food education should be accessible to all. We work with a range of generous organisations to offer a variety of opportunities that enable applicants to study at The School of Artisan Food. For example, we are typically able to offer a limited number of funded places for applicants who could not otherwise afford to join us on:
- Higher Diploma in Artisan Baking and Business Skills
- Creating a Microbakery
- Summer School
Applications for bursary support open in March each year; however, bursary places may be added throughout the year as new opportunities arise. Applications for all places are submitted via the same online form. You should read the detailed criteria for each bursary before starting your application.
| Bursaries available | Support available | Link to more information |
| Course: Creating a Microbakery – Theory and Practical (June 2026 intake) | ||
| Bursary A | 1 x partial funding available for widening participation, without accommodation | Funding Criteria - SM Microbakery June 2026 |
| Bursary B | 1 x partial funding available for widening participation, without accommodation | Funding Criteria - GMdP Mircobakery June 2026 |
| Bursary C | 1 x funding available for individuals from England and Wales, prioritised for individuals from Lincolnshire and neighbouring counties, with potential accommodation funding, dependent on need | Funding Criteria - BCT Microbakery June 2026 |
| Course: Creating a Microbakery – Theory and Practical (September 2026 intake) | ||
| Bursary D | 1 x partial funding available for widening participation, without accommodation | Funding Criteria - SM Microbakery Sept 2026 |
| Bursary E | 1 x funding available for women, with accommodation | Funding Criteria - LDE London Microbakery Sept 2026 |
| Bursary F | 1 x funding available for individuals from England and Wales, prioritised for individuals from Lincolnshire and neighbouring counties, with potential accommodation funding, dependent on need | Funding Criteria - BCT Microbakery Sept 2026 |
| Artisan Summer School (July 2026 intake) | ||
| Bursary G | 2 x funding available for people who have refugee status and 2 other specific forced migration statuses, including on-site accommodation | Funding Criteria - RF Summer School July 2026 |
| Higher Diploma in Artisan Baking and Business Skills (September 2026 intake) | ||
| Bursary H | 1 x funding available for individuals with refugee backgrounds, including accommodation and other expenses | Funding Criteria - WCT Higher Diploma Sept 2026 |
| Bursary I | 2 x funding available for individuals from England and Wales, prioritised for individuals from Lincolnshire and neighbouring counties, with potential accommodation funding and/ or expenses, dependent on need | Funding Criteria - BCT Diploma Sept 2026 |
- All bursary awards are made in accordance with The School of Artisan Food’s Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption Policy.
- No applicant or third party may attempt to influence award decisions.
2026 Bursaries for the Higher Diploma in Artisan Baking and Business Skills
Bursaries to study on our Higher Diploma in Artisan Baking and Business Skills support the next generation of bakers keen to develop their skills, deepen their understanding of artisan bakery production and to begin a meaningful career in artisan baking.
Bursary applicants for our Higher Diploma in Artisan Baking and Business Skills must already have been accepted onto the course before applying for a bursary. Please don't delay in applying to study our Higher Diploma in Artisan Baking and Business Skills - places fill quickly.
We are deeply grateful to the generous donors who have already enabled so many Higher Diploma scholars to embark on their baking journey. Their support has changed lives, opened doors and strengthened the future of artisan food. Thanks to this continued generosity we are fortunate to be able to offer further bursary opportunities to students joining us in 2026.
Sponsor a student to study the Higher Diploma in Artisan Baking and Business Skills
If you are interested in supporting a student to student as a bursary scholar through our Higher Diploma in Artisan Baking and Business Skills, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact us at info@schoolofartisanfood.org.
With thanks to all our bursary donors over many years.
The Barbara Curtis Trust have been long-term supporters of The School of Artisan Food
The Trust is committed to furthering the education and training of persons resident in England and Wales, including providing support for those persuing future careers in baking. They have generously provided many bursaries to individuals to enable them to access food skills training and education, such as to study for a Higher Diploma in Artisan Baking and Business Skills at The School of Artisan Food.
Their website features bursary recipient scholar stories and has a form to complete in order to find out more about the support on offer.
The School of Artisan Food is so grateful for the considerable support of The Barbara Curtis Trust in helping us to achieve our mission and vision.
Our previous refugee bursary scholars have also shared their stories for you to enjoy
Ghidey Berhane
Baneta Yelda
Halima Hamza
Afshin Dianak Shori