ScottishPower Foundation to fund eighteen new scholars

The programme, which was launched in 2010 as part of ScottishPower’s significant investment in research and education, works in partnership with the UK’s top Universities to support graduates with the capabilities required to lead the energy industry into the future. Since its inauguration, the scheme has supported 72 energy and engineering students from across the UK.

Scholarships are open to degree-holders and graduates in energy and environment related studies with a particular focus on the development of renewable, efficient energy systems and biodiversity. This year’s deadline for applications is Tuesday, 29 March at 12 noon.

Places are available at some of the UK’s top Universities, including, University of Edinburgh, University of Glasgow, University of Strathclyde, University of Liverpool, University of East Anglia, Imperial College London and University of Cambridge. Two places will also be offered to students wishing to study at selected Spanish universities.

The programme will fund eighteen students for the 2016 / 17 academic year, with those awarded receiving grants to cover full enrolment costs as well as generous living allowance.

Ann Loughrey, Trustee and Executive Officer at the ScottishPower Foundation, said: “The ScottishPower Foundation is committed to developing the UK’s future energy leaders and our scholarships programme provides an excellent opportunity for students to engage in further education in the sector. In the last six years, our students have had the opportunity to acquire the skills needed to build their careers, with support of the top institutions in the UK, and we continue to be firmly invested in encouraging emerging talent at the highest level.”

More details on the UK scholarship programme can be found at: http://www.scottishpower.com/pages/the_scottishpower_foundation.asp