UKNEST (www.uknest.org) exists to develop and sustain the vision and implementation of a worldclass naval engineering, science and technology intellectual base in the UK. It provides a forum for the UK’s professional naval engineering, science and technology community through which to address issues of common concern, fostering specific professional development needs, and giving a focal point for interaction with, and influencing the wider Government and industrial community.
As part of its work, UKNEST wishes to offer three undergraduate sponsorships to students studying subjects suitable for future employment in the sector. In addition to a bursary of £3,000 per annum (paid as £1,000 per term), the scholarship will provide students with a mentor from a UKNEST member organisation and access to that organisation in support of their studies. The bursary will be awarded to one student entering their second year of study, one student entering their third year and one student in their final year.
To apply, please e-mail an essay no longer than 500 words that sets out your understanding, and supports your desire to work within, the UK naval engineering, science and technology sector.
There is no application form to complete and applicants should pay attention to the clarity of their essay and supporting information.
Applications must be submitted to Technical@imarest.org no later than the end of August 2013.
Applications will be sifted with a view to interviewing around 6 applicants for the 3 places.
All applicants will be notified of the final result, although UKNEST will not be able to provide reasons for applications being unsuccessful.
Successful applicants will receive the first instalment of the bursary during the 2013 autumn term.
Information on Student Memberships:
Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology
www.imarest.org/Membership/JointheIMarEST.aspx
Royal Institution of Naval Architects
www.rina.org.uk/requirements.html