Santander Universities

Santander Universities

We're proud to be part of the Santander Universities Global Division, which is committed to supporting entrepreneurs like you through exciting awards and initiatives including internships, competitions and collaborative tools.

 

Enterprise Grants

Discretionary Enterprise Grants may be available for our supported businesses. These funds are subject to availability.

If you're interested in finding out more about our Enterprise Grants, book an appointment with the team to talk through your plans, ideas and eligibility. 

 

Santander X UK Awards 2026

The Santander X UK Awards are one of the UK’s largest pitching competitions, with £150,000 in equity-free funding available across three categories: 

• University – student and university entrepreneurs preparing to launch 

• Startup – early-stage UK businesses ready to grow 

• SME – established UK businesses looking to scale 

Nine winners will also go on to represent the UK at the Santander X Global Award. 

Applications are open until Wednesday 27 May - apply now!

In 2019, our alumni business Skate It Yourself, run by Kierhardy Ansell, won a runner-up prize of £15,000 at the awards. Read more about Hardy's fantastic win here.

 

 

Santander X

Santander's X platform connects you with the resources, training and people your business needs to grow, digitalise and transform. Give it a try now!