The Bedford Society Scholarships are funded by alumni and former staff members of Bedford College. By supporting talented students, these scholarships ensure that the name and heritage of Bedford College is continued and celebrated.
A warm welcome to the new 2024/25 Bedford Society Scholars listed below. A list of previous Bedford Society Scholars is available here.
Amritha, MA Victorian Literature, Art and Culture
"Mere words cannot express my gratitude for receiving the prestigious Bedford Society Scholarship. I am immensely grateful to be chosen as a Bedford Society Scholar to preserve the moral values and philosophy of Bedford College.
In my Bachelor’s, I majored in English Literature, Journalism and Psychology. Fuelled by my interest in combining literature and feminism, I published a research paper examining the tradition of marriage. My undergraduate thesis was also based on exploring female agency in the 19th century. As an intern with the newspaper, the Times of India, I published 3 articles covering various issues. I am elated to be a recipient of a scholarship that embodies the spirit of intellectual inquiry. I am eager to meet other Bedfordians to discuss their experiences."
Dilay, MSc Clinical Psychology
“After receiving my Bachelor’s degree in psychology in Turkey from Koç University, I am thrilled to continue my studies with the MSc Clinical Psychology programme. I feel immensely grateful to follow my dreams of becoming a clinical psychologist and to make them come true with the generous support of Royal Holloway and Bedford New College, and The Bedford Society.
While I am continuing my studies, I am aiming to work in clinical settings to acquire as much clinical experience as I can. Moreover, I am excited to be able to adopt a dual approach to my education where alongside gaining practical experience, I can conduct research with the well-accomplished academic staff.”
Ryan, MSc Social Work
"I want to convey my appreciation for being granted the Bedford Society Scholarship for my Master of Social Work course (2024–2026). I can now concentrate on my studies and work towards my goal of influencing social change thanks to your generosity, which has had a profound impact on my life.
I can confidently participate in my academic journey because of the financial burden this scholarship has alleviated. I'm grateful for the funding and determined to take advantage of this chance to advance my knowledge and skills in the social work profession.
Once again, I want to thank you for being so kind and for believing in students like me. I sincerely thank you for your support."
A Bedford Society Scholarship can be life-changing for students and we are enormously grateful to everyone who supports them. Find out more about supporting the Bedford Society Scholarships Fund.
