Master Treasurer The Rt Hon Sir Stanley Burnton
Under Treasurer Air Commodore Peter Hilling

Scholarships & Prizes

The Middle Temple has long provided funds to help aspiring barristers along the road towards financial independence. Awards include scholarships for the CPE/GDL and BPTC (previously BVC) years, entrance exhibitions (covering the admission and call fees), and scholarships to the European Commission in Brussels & the Court in Luxembourg; India; Toronto, Canada; and the USA.

Middle Temple offers an interview to every candidate who secures a place on the BPTC. In 2008 over £1million was offered in cash or accommodation scholarships, and an Appeal is underway to secure funds to significantly increase this amount. A number of new scholarships have been made available through the generosity of both individuals and members of chambers.

Information is available regarding General Provisions of the Scholarships and Prizes, the Time Table for applications, the Criteria used in awarding Scolarships, descriptions of the various Major Scholarships, Entrance Exhibitions, Overseas Scholarships, Essay Prizes, and Other Prizes available.

In addition, the Inn has an Appeal to increase funding for its scholarships, and funding for the Pupillage Hardship Scheme, and its assistance with accommodation.

The Bar Association, and Inns have negotiated a Bar Loan Scheme for students.



Scholarships for the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC)


The deadline for scholarship applications has now passed for the BPTC year 2010/11.

If you have any questions regarding application, please contact the Scholarships Officer, Indira Pillay, at i.pillay@middletemple.org.uk.