Why become an Arkwright Engineering Scholar?
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The Arkwright Scholarships Trust can support you to become a future leader in engineering or a related area of design.
You must apply during year 11 (England and Wales), S4 (Scotland). The Scholarship will be awarded as you enter the sixth form / college to study subjects which will prepare you for a degree and career in engineering or a related area of design.
The Engineering Scholarships are supported by Industry, Charitable Trusts, the Services, Institutions, Associations and Personal Donors. Scholars are actively encouraged to develop the partnership with their sponsor.
Benefits for Scholars
- £600 financial award (over 2 years)
- Enrichment events including industry experience days and reimbursment of one "Headstart" university experience course for first year Scholars
- Free/discounted membership to some professional Institutions
- Free design software and training in its use
- Networking opportunities including the Arkwright Scholar Group on Facebook
- Personal development
- Exclusive Arkwright Undergraduate Scholarships only available to Arkwright Engineering Scholars - worth between £9000 and £12,000 over the duration of your undergraduate degree in engineering or related areas of design
- Support from your Sponsor may include:
- a day visit
- work experience
- personal mentor
- support for your DT project
Click the links on the right to find out more about the application process