Engineering students who get three grade ‘A’s at A Level (or equivalent) can now apply for a scholarship of £1,000 per year.
The Diamond Jubilee Scholarships will be awarded by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) to students who achieve three grade ‘A’s at A Level (or three ‘A’ grade Advanced Highers or five ‘A’ grade Highers) and start an IET accredited engineering or technology degree course this Autumn.
They will be entitled to an annual scholarship of £1,000 for up to four years.
It is hoped the scholarships will encourage the take up of science and engineering courses in universities.
“Engineering and technology are thriving in the UK but there is a very real problem with skills shortages to fill the jobs available," said Prof Andy Hopper, IET President.
"The IET wants to encourage young people to study engineering and technology and go on to pursue careers in these sectors," said Prof Hopper.
“Job prospects in these sectors continue to look strong, with companies continually seeking talented graduate engineers and scientists, as well as technicians and apprentices.”
The IET’s 2012 Skills and Demand in Industry Survey shows that, for the first time since the recession, companies are more confident in expanding their engineering workforce.
This new scholarship initiative is one of the many ways the IET is helping to address that shortage.
