bursary

[bur-suh-ree]

noun

plural

bursaries 

1. Ecclesiastical.,  the treasury of a monastery.

2. British.,  a college scholarship.

bursary

/ ˈbɜːsərɪ /

noun

1. Also called: bursarship. a scholarship or grant awarded esp in Scottish and New Zealand schools, universities etc

2. 1. the treasury of a college, etc

   2. the bursar's room in a college

Word History and Origins

Origin of bursary¹

1530–40; < Medieval Latin bursāria treasurer's room, derivative of bursārius a treasurer. See bursar, -y ³

Example Sentences

"Our talent pipeline is world-renowned. And, whilst talent is everywhere, all too often opportunity is lacking," he said in his message, adding that there were more than 50 bursary recipients in Wales.

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In Scotland, the maximum annual maintenance loan is £9,400 for under-25s, and there is a number of bursaries and grants students there can apply for too.

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The education minister said the bursaries aimed to tackle teacher shortages in critical subjects.

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This includes help in signing up for bursaries or other programmes to obtain full funding entitlements, and supporting career development.

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Miss Powell, who has graduated after studying cinematography and film/video production, said her bursary meant "not feeling burdened by the additional expenses that can come with certain courses".

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Related Words

• assistance 
• award 
• charity 
• donation 
• fellowship 
• financial aid 
• reward