Kunal Pradhan Scholarship
Kunal was a young Tolkien enthusiast and very gifted young man who died in 2020 at age 25. In honour of his love for Tolkien, his mother has set up the first scholarship in his memory to help other young people.
‘I think Tolkien’s writing opened a whole new world of imagination for so many people. Given how Kunal worshipped Mr Tolkien’s writing, and since he was a very good writer himself, I would love to enable other people to write and follow in Tolkien’s footsteps. This will be a fitting memorial to Kunal who always appreciated creative writing.’
Mrs P. Pradhan
Scholarship Inquiry Form - Apply Here!
Scholarships
Applications for our Kunal Pradhan scholarships are open for our in-person courses in Oxford. Closing date 25th April 2025.
If you are applying, you must be the following to qualify:
Under the age of 30.
Unwaged or living on a low income, such as a student grant or social security benefit. (Please note that proof of status may be requested).
To apply please fill out the form above and, if you qualify, we will reply and ask you to send:
A sample chapter of a novel or short story up to 5000 words long.
A covering letter saying what you hope to gain from the course.
A named reference to verify status
The scholarships will cover cost of the course and accommodation in Oxford only.
There is one available this year for the course 14th-19th July 2025.
How will the applications be judged?
A committee comprising of a trustee of Project Northmoor, the centre director and an expert tutor will assess the applications on merit.
If you are successful, you will be expected to write a short piece at the end of the course to say what you’ve got from the experience to be shared with the Pradhan family who have been so generous to us in providing these funds.
If unsuccessful on your first application, you are welcome to try again in future years as long as you continue to qualify.