University of Glasgow launches ScottishPower energy scholarship programme
Published: 31 January 2013
ScottishPower is calling for graduates to join its pioneering scholarship programme at the University of Glasgow, set up to help develop industry leaders of the future.
ScottishPower is calling for graduates to join its pioneering scholarship programme at the University of Glasgow, set up to help develop industry leaders of the future.
The Fundación IBERDROLA, the charitable arm of ScottishPower’s parent company, has launched a new round of research grants and scholarships for the 2013/2014 academic year. Online applications are now open and will close on 28 February 2013.
Since starting in 2010, the organisation has invested over £600,000 to help more than 30 students achieve Masters qualifications in energy and environmental related courses.
The 13 new scholarships will cover full enrolment costs and provide a monthly living allowance of £1,200 for students, who can choose courses in renewable energies, sustainable energy systems, environment and biodiversity, clean coal technologies, emissions management, energy efficiency, energy storage, electric vehicles and smart grids.
Professor John Chapman, Head of the College of Science and Engineering at the University of Glasgow, said: “We’re committed to working with industry to share knowledge and expertise, so we’re very pleased to be partnering with ScottishPower for the first time to support Masters students.
“The University is involved in a wide range of energy-related research and development, and our graduates are well-equipped to make real contributions to changing how energy is generated, stored and distributed.”
Ann Loughrey, Head of Corporate Social Responsibility at ScottishPower, said: “The scholarship programme was set up because we are committed to addressing the need for a highly skilled workforce in the energy industry in the immediate and long-term future. Investing in skills and education now and encouraging emerging talent at the highest level is vitally important in the development of the UK’s future industry leaders.”
In addition to the University of Glasgow, the programme is also operating at the Imperical College of London and the Universities of Edinbugh, Strathclyde and Liverpool.
More details on all scholarship and research grant programmes can be found at: www.scottishpower.com/scholarships
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First published: 31 January 2013
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