Related courses at Sussex Obtaining Funding for Postgraduate Study at IDS Finding funding for postgraduate study can be difficult. There is no way of guaranteeing an application will be successful, but there are a number of things you can do to improve your chances. Most funding bodies adhere to deadlines very strictly and will not accept late applications. You should allow plenty of time to obtain referees' reports or confirmation of an offer of a place. Put time and thought into your application.
Most funding bodies receive a large number of requests.
Always type or write legibly. Give full and relevant answers. Make sure your referees understand what you want to do, where and why. Make contingency plans. Be realistic about your chances of success and be ready to look for alternative sources.