PREPARING FOR EXCELLENCE
The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) is where all officers in the British Army are trained to take on the responsibility of leading their soldiers. During training, all officer cadets learn to live by the academy’s motto:
‘Serve to Lead’
Other Nations choose to send their personnel to RMAS for Officer training because it is recognised as a world-leading military training academy.
Army Officer Selection Board
The Army Officer Selection Board (AOSB) is the interview process through which you are selected to train at Sandhurst.
Applying to AOSB does not commit you to joining the British Army.
AOSB takes place in Westbury near Warminster. You can find out more about AOSB on this page Army Jobs website.
ARMY OFFICER INSIGHT WEBINARS
The Army Officer Recruiting Team run the Army Officer Insight Day and online presentations/Q&A from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS), giving you the opportunity to find out more about officer training and life beyond Sandhurst.
Officer Training
The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst is the home of the British Army Officer.
Training at the Academy is challenging but ultimately rewarding. You will leave knowing you've excelled at one of the world's most revered military training academies.
There are several different types of Officer training that are delivered at Sandhurst.
Education
Academic study is an integral part in developing effective and professional military leaders.
The courses provided by the Faculty for the study of Leadership, Security, and Warfare (LSW) Departments are purposely designed to develop an officer’s understanding and analysis of the human, operational and strategic context in which they will work.
University Officers' Training Corps - UOTC
Sandhurst also offers a part-time leadership programme for those studying at university. Gain insight into Army life, from military exercises to skiing expeditions. By joining a University Officer Training Corps (UOTC) which are located across the UK it can help develop you, give you access to training, sport and travel opportunities.
It can give you a real insight into being part of the British Army.
Plus you get paid for your time and it does not commit you to join the Army after university.
International Engagement
Sandhurst delivers a variety of leadership development training to a wide number of countries across the globe.
From international cadets attending the 44-week commissioning course to academics delivering training in-country.
University Officers' Training Corps
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University Officers' Training Corps - UOTC
Sandhurst also offers a part-time leadership programme for those studying at university. Gain insight into Army life, from military exercises to skiing expeditions. By joining a University Officer Training Corps (UOTC) which are located across the UK it can help develop you, give you access to training, sport and travel opportunities.
It can give you a real insight into being part of the British Army.
Plus you get paid for your time and it does not commit you to join the Army after university.
Bursaries and Scholarships
Whether you’re joining as an Officer or a Soldier the Army is there to support you as you learn and develop.
- Standard Bursary - £7000
- Enhanced Bursary - £24,000
- DSUS (Army STEM) Sponsorship - Up to £42,750
Students need to pass the Army Officer Selection Board and join the University Officer Training Corps. Apply by the first Friday of December.
More details on the link below.
Sandhurst Trust
The Sandhurst Trust is the official charity and alumni community of the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and is the only organisation linking all serving and former Army Officers.
Our alumni community is built on a common bond of loyalty, trust and belonging.
Sovereign's Parade - 14 April 2023
Contact information
If you are sending post to an Officer Cadet, make sure you include their regimental number, full name and company above the address.