ScottishPower is calling on students in Edinburgh and the Lothians to apply for a place on its coveted scholarships programme after announcing 16 new Masters Scholarships in energy-related disciplines in 2018.
The energy supplier is calling on UK final year undergraduates looking to progress their careers in the energy, digital and environmental industries to apply for the 2018/19 ScottishPower Scholarships programme which opened on Monday
The programme, which is now in its seventh year, has supported students at the country’s most esteemed universities, including Edinburgh University, Cambridge University, Imperial College London, Glasgow University, Strathclyde University, Liverpool University and East Anglia University.
The same line up of universities will work in partnership with the energy supplier again for this year’s student intake.
Sixteen scholars will receive full course fee funding for their Masters’ studies as well as a generous living allowance. This year for the first time ScottishPower has also pledged to work with successful scholars to help them into the workplace after their studies, establishing a new generation of forward-thinking leaders at the heart of the company.
Applications are now open and will close on 2 April 2018 at 1pm. Full information on the scholarship programme can be found at www.scottishpower.com/scholarships.
Students from a range of disciplines will be considered for the sought-after positions, including those looking to study engineering, renewable and sustainable energy systems. With the increased demand for new technology roles, the programme also began incorporating degrees such as computer science, cybersecurity and big data from last year.
Hamish Watson, HR Director at ScottishPower: “There is no doubt that the future of the energy industry lies in the hands of our bright young people and ScottishPower is committed to supporting the advancement of their education. We’re delighted to be offering these scholarships opportunities this year; it presents a huge opportunity for graduates to develop their skills and knowledge, and to demonstrate how they can contribute to our future.”
ScottishPower Scholarships student Duncan Webb is currently studying a Masters in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Edinburgh after being awarded funding during the 2017 programme.
He said: “The ScottishPower scholarship will allow me to focus on my studies during the final year of my Masters and give me the opportunity to work with a fantastic network of scholars who have similar aspirations to me. It will serve as a platform to bring us together at the beginning of our careers and develop long-term relationships for the future.”
The 22-year-old graduate has high hopes for the power networks of the future, especially renewable energy.
“As the electric transport industry continues to expand, our power networks need to become more advanced to support this demand. That means wind farms, hydropower plants and domestic solar panels must be fully utilised and properly managed to create a stable foundation for our increasing reliance on electricity. This will allow us to ultimately shift away from carbon-based fuels and tackle climate change.
My ideal job would involve using the knowledge from my studies and experience gained from projects I have worked on to design and implement sustainable energy infrastructure. I would be satisfied if my skills help leave the world in a better state than the day I was born.”
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