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.
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.
Junior Staff Centre
The JSC is based in Warminster. It Delivers tactical command and staff education to officers in Career Stage 1 and prepare them for future employment.
Junior Officers' Tactical Awareness Course (JOTAC)
Four-week-long fully residential course The course is to be attended by all Direct Entry Lieutenants as a pre-requisite for promotion to substantive Captain.
Junior Command and Staff Course
Fully residential six-week-long course
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
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
We have a strong Alumni, who regularly attend reunions and events at Sandhurst.
To become part of the Alumni, Officer Cadets can join the Sandhurst Trust, either during or after their training.
Sovereign's Parade - 14 April 2023
His Majesty The King inspects Royal Military Academy Sandhurst's commissioning officers
Commissioning Course 222 had the honour of having their Sovereign’s Parade combined with the presentation of new colours for the academy by His Majesty The King.
Sandhurst’s first Sovereign’s Parade in 70 years with Cadets receiving a King’s Commission
With a light dusting of snow, frosty temperatures and the Band of the Welsh Guards striking up a medley of carols and festive tunes, it really was the most wonderful time of the year for the 220 Officer Cadets of Commissioning Course 221.
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