Language Centre Financial Statement 2019 20

from Annual Report 2019-20

by University of Cambridge Language Centre

Development of Online Learning Materials

LANGUAGE CENTRE FINANCIAL STATEMENT 2019-20

A.J. PRESSLAND FUND

The A.J. Pressland Fund offers bursaries of up to £1,000 to support language study abroad for students within the Schools of the Biological Sciences, Clinical Medicine, the Physical Sciences and Technology. Returning students planning to study a language overseas for up to four weeks during the Long Vacation may apply for funds to support course fees, accommodation and travel as required.

In 2019, 83 valid applications were received and a total of £15,100 was awarded to 22 applicants (average award: £686). In 2020, 73 valid applications were received and a total of £13,600 was awarded to 20 applicants (average award: £680).

Because of the Covid-19 pandemic, students have, exceptionally, been offered the opportunity of postponing their projects until summer 2021.