Alex Ferguson backs campaign to fund 150 scholarships in Scotland

At least 150 scholarships will be created in Scotland following a campaign backed by Sir Alex Ferguson.

The former Manchester United manager, along with alumni Dr Murray Rowden, pledged £500,000 to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds at Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU).

The investment coincides with the 150th anniversary of the university’s founding institution, the Glasgow School of Cookery, in 1875.

The 150th anniversary campaign will raise funds to create a scholarship programme which the university said will build on its commitment to widen access to higher education.

Under the scheme, students from deprived backgrounds will receive a financial bursary, a travel award, an internship bursary, and access to a mentor throughout their studies.

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