Marine Technology Scholarships
We have a range of scholarships available for Marine Technology students.
Ann Cairns Scholarship 2022-23 Entry
Provided by
Ann Cairns (MSc Medical Statistics, 1979)
Supporting women to study STEM subjects reflects the shared ethos of the Ann Cairns Scholarship, the Women’s Giving Circle and Newcastle University. The scholarship is designed to encourage more women into these subjects.
Details
Three scholarships are available to female students entering stage 1 in 2022-23 in the Schools of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics, Statistics and Physics. Scholarships are for £2,000 per annum each for three-years of study. Application is by competitive process.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this award you must:
- Be in stage 1 in 2022-23 in one of the following Schools: Engineering, Computing, or Mathematics, Statistics and Physics;
- Preference will be given to female home students, ordinarily resident in the UK;
- Be able to demonstrate that you are capable of high performance.
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted via the online application form: Ann Cairns Scholarship
Queries should be directed to:
NU Advancement: advancementscholarships@newcastle.ac.uk
Applications must be received no later than 31 October 2022.
Applications will be judged on academic potential, enthusiasm and aptitude for the chosen programme of study.
Recipients are required to give an annual update on their progress.
Provided by
An anonymous alumnus of Newcastle University, to encourage engineers’ practical understanding of their subject.
Details
An annual award of £6,250 is available to a Stage 4 MEng student who has received the best-graded project in Stage 3.
The award will be paid when the successful candidate registers for Stage 4.
Eligibility
Stage 3 student going onto a MEng course in the School of Engineering.
How to apply
The successful candidate will be contacted by the School of Engineering after May / June assessment period.
Queries should be directed to:
advancementscholarships@newcastle.ac.uk
0191 208 8745
The Brian Dabell Scholarship is provided by Brian Dabell (BSc Mechanical Engineering, 1971) to offer scholarship funding for a student on an MEng course through their four-year degree for whom finance is a barrier to their learning.
Details
One scholarship is available to stage 1 undergraduate students taking an MEng degree programme in the School of Engineering.
The award is for £5,000 per year for up to four years of study.
Application is by competitive process.
Eligibility:
To be eligible for this award you must:
Be an undergraduate home (UK based) student, entering stage 1 of study in 2022-23.
Have and be able to demonstrate financial need for the award. This could include:
- Unable to cover basic cost of living;
- Unable to participate in extra-curricular activities;
- Having to work in excess of 10 hours per week in a job.
Applications from candidates from widening participation and diverse backgrounds are encouraged.
How to apply:
Applications should be submitted via the online application form: Brian Dabell Scholarship
Queries should be directed to:
NU Advancement: advancementscholarships@newcastle.ac.uk
Applications must be received no later than 31 October 2022.
Applications will be judged on academic potential, enthusiasm and aptitude for the chosen programme of study.
Recipients are required to give an annual update on their progress.
This bursary provides:
- an annual bursary of £4000 for each year of degree study in a STEM subject
- work experience opportunities
The Eddie and Elizabeth Thomas MEng Scholarship is provided by Howard Thomas (BEng Chemical and Process Engineering, 1989) to offer scholarship funding for students on an MEng course through their four-year degree for whom finance is a barrier to their learning.
Details
Two scholarships are available to stage 1 undergraduate students taking an MEng degree programme in the School of Engineering.
The award is for £2,500 per year for up to four years of study.
Application is by competitive process.
Eligibility:
To be eligible for this award you must:
Be an undergraduate home (UK based) student, entering stage 1 of study in 2022-23.
Have and be able to demonstrate financial need for the award. This could include:
- Unable to cover basic cost of living;
- Unable to participate in extra-curricular activities;
- Having to work in excess of 10 hours per week in a job.
Applications from candidates from widening participation and diverse backgrounds are encouraged.
How to apply:
Applications should be submitted via the online application form: Eddie and Elizabeth Thomas Scholarship
Queries should be directed to:
NU Advancement: advancementscholarships@newcastle.ac.uk
Applications must be received no later than 31 October 2022
Applications will be judged on academic potential, enthusiasm and aptitude for the chosen programme of study.
Recipients are required to give an annual update on their progress.
Scott-Briggs Bursary 2022-23
Provided by
Professor Paul Dent (BSc Biochemistry 1988).
Details
One bursary of £1,000 for one year of study only is available to support students from the North East in either the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences, School of Engineering or on a Statistics degree programme at Newcastle University.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this award, you must:
- Be a stage 1 home student in 2022-23 in either the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences, School of Engineering, School of Biomedical, Nutritional and Sport Sciences or on a Statistics degree programme;
- Preference will be given to students who lived in one of the following locations on application to Newcastle University: Northumberland; North Tyneside; the City of Newcastle; Gateshead; South Tyneside; the City of Sunderland; or County Durham.
You must also demonstrate in your application your commitment to studies and aspirations for your future, and how the scholarship will make a difference to you.
Process for application
Applications must be received no later than 31 October 2022.
Applications should be submitted via the online form: Scott-Briggs Bursary Application Form 2022.
Applications will be judged on academic potential, enthusiasm and aptitude for the chosen programme of study.
Recipients are required to give an annual update on their progress and be available to meet the donors if requested.
Queries should be directed to:
advancementscholarships@newcastle.ac.uk
Queries should be directed to: advancementscholarships@newcastle.ac.uk
Provided by
This scholarship has been kindly provided by the Worshipful Company of Shipwrights to further the education of Marine Technology.
Details
One scholarship of £2000 is available each year to Marine Technology students.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this award you must be:
- an undergraduate home student, ordinarily resident in the UK
- studying a Marine Technology course within the School of Engineering
Awarding is based on academic ability and financial need.
How to apply
The award is given out to stage one students following semester one exam results.
The successful candidate will be contacted by the Student Financial Support Team from Student Health and Wellbeing Services.
Queries should be directed to: advancementscholarships@newcastle.ac.uk 0191 208 8745
The UKNEST Scholarship Scheme is open to students studying on any STEM subject degree in the UK. The scholarship scheme offers the following benefits:
- a graduate buddy;
- Mentoring from a UKNEST member organisation;
- an annual bursary of £1,500 per academic year (£500/term);
- the potential for work placements with a UKNEST Organisation.
Applications can be made at the link: https://www.uknest.org/uknest-scholarships/applications/
UKNEST promotes engineering, science and technology on behalf of the Naval sector and is committed to supporting and inspiring young people, students and early career professionals. UKNEST champions diversity and inclusion and applications are encouraged from students of all backgrounds.
The closing date for applications is 12 September 2022.
Find out more about the UKNEST Scholarship