Scholars - Who can apply?

To be considered for an Arkwright Scholarship a student must be:

In Year 11 or Scotland S4. They will be in their fininal year of GCSEs, Scottish Standard Grades or National Diploma in Engineering, Level 2. They will be at an Affiliated School or planning to study in the sixth form at an Affiliated School (arrangements can be made to affiliate a new school subject to agreement:
Studying Engineering, Design and Technology in one of its specifications for public examination in that academic year. (Scotland Technological Studies,Graphic Communication, Craft & Design or DET)
Making a commitment to Maths at AS Level and preferably to A2 in the Sixth Form. (Scotland Higher or Intermediate 2, preferably to Advanced Higher in S6)
Making a commitment to an Engineering National Diploma, Level 3 OR D&T at AS level and preferably to A2 in the Sixth Form OR be able to demonstrate enthusiasm and aptitude in practical engineering or technology.
( Scotland Technological Studies, Graphic Communication or Product Design Highers and preferably to Advanced Higher level in the Sixth year
Actively considering higher education in Engineering, Product or Industrial Design or Architecture
The International Baccalaureate is an acceptable alternative to A/S and Highers and study should preferably be taken to Higher Level.

Up to 15 Scholarships per annum will be available for outstanding candidates who do not intend to take Maths beyond GCSE level.