Marine Technology Scholarships
We have a range of scholarships available for Marine Technology students.
Applied Engineering Excellence Scholarship
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
Safe Bulkers Scholarship
Provided by
SAFE BULKERS Inc., a New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) listed company
CEO: Polys V. Hajioannou
Details
10 scholarships are available to Cypriot or Greek citizens studying an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in the UK.
An amount of 10,000 Euro per scholarship shall be awarded based on the academic merit and financial status of the participants who aim to pursue a professional career in the Maritime Industry.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this award you must:
- Be a Cypriot or Greek citizen
Prospective undergraduate student:
- Certificate of acceptance from a respective University.
- A-levels in Mathematics or Physics (minimum B grade) will be considered
Current undergraduate student:
- Average yearly grade over 60% or 2:1.
Current postgraduate student:
- At least a 2:1 honours degree
How to apply
Applications should be submitted via the online application form: https://safebulkers.cy/forms/application.php
Queries should be directed to: ypotrofies@safebulkers.com
Applications must be received no later than 31 August 2023
The pre-approval of the scholarship will be based on the application. Final approval will be confirmed upon submission of the required supporting documents.
Scott-Briggs Bursary
Name of Scholarship: Scott-Briggs Bursary
Provided by: Professor Paul Dent (BSc Biochemistry 1988).
Number of awards available: 1
Scholarship Amount: £1,000 for 1 year of study only.
Eligibility Criteria
This scholarship is available to undergraduate students from the North East, commencing their degree programme at Newcastle University in either the:
- School of Natural and Environmental Sciences
- School of Engineering
- School of Mathematics
- Statistics and Physics
- School of Biomedical, Nutritional and Sport Sciences
How to Apply
The scholarship will be awarded to one student who comes from a WP background. Applications will be judged on academic potential, enthusiasm, and aptitude for the chosen programme of study.
To be eligible for this award, you must be a Year 1 undergraduate home student in either the Schools of:
- Engineering
- Natural and Environmental Sciences
- Mathematics Statistics and Physics
- Biomedical, Nutritional and Sport Sciences
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
- County Durham
Applications should be submitted via the online application form:
https://forms.office.com/e/7cMeMMVDQU
Applications must be received no later than 31 October 2024.
Notice of Award
You will be informed by the Student Financial Support Team by the end of the Autumn Term of the outcome of your application.
Conditions of scholarship
All scholarship recipients are asked to provide an introductory profile when they first receive the award, and an annual update report in Spring/Summer to inform their donor of their progress. You will be contacted to provide these reports with plenty of notice. Recipients are required to be available to meet the donors and participate in the promotion of student support activity at Newcastle University if requested.
Queries should be directed to NU Advancement: advancementscholarships@newcastle.ac.uk
Worshipful Company of Shipwrights Scholarship
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 £2,000 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
UKNEST Science and Engineering Scholarship
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
Ann Cairns Scholarship
Name of Scholarship: Ann Cairns Scholarship
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.
Number of awards available: 12
Scholarship Amount: £2,000 per year for three years
Eligibility Criteria:
Supporting young women to study STEM subjects.
Scholarships are available for female students in Year 1 of an undergraduate degree programme in the Schools of Engineering; Computing; or Mathematics, Statistics and Physics, commencing their degree programme at Newcastle University in September 2024.
Preference will be given to female home students, ordinarily resident in the UK, and capable of high academic performance.
How to Apply:
Applications should be submitted via the online application form:
https://forms.office.com/e/udr8MahBVy
Applications must be received no later than 31 October 2024.
Notice of Award: You will be informed by the Student Financial Support Team by the end of the Autumn term of the outcome of your application.
Conditions of scholarship:
All scholarship recipients are asked to provide an introductory profile when they first receive the award, and an annual update report to inform their donor of their progress. You will be contacted to provide these reports with plenty of notice. Recipients are encouraged to be available to meet the donors and participate in promotion of student support activity at Newcastle University if requested.
Queries should be directed to NU Advancement: advancementscholarships@newcastle.ac.uk