Following the successful launch of the scheme last year, Sagentia is offering up to 10 further bursaries of £2,500 to support science and engineering students during the academic year starting September 2014. The scheme, which also offers selected students valuable paid placements at Sagentia’s operations in various locations in the UK, is part of Sagentia’s continuing commitment to the development of science and engineering skills in the UK.
Students who are currently studying or have accepted a place on a range of science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) courses at the University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, University of Southampton, University of Bath, Loughborough University, University of Strathclyde and University of Surrey are all eligible for the bursary.
Professor Dame Wendy Hall, Dean of the Faculty of Physical Sciences and Engineering at the University of Southampton, says: “We are delighted and very proud to be a partner university in the Sagentia bursary. As a global leader in technology development and consultancy, Sagentia recognises the importance of the high-quality undergraduate education provided by the University of Southampton, and the scholarships and internship opportunities will be a great incentive to our students, as well as a great boost to the development of the UK's expertise in science and engineering.”
Two students at the University of Surrey received Sagentia bursaries in 2013. Kate Hedley-Boxall, Surrey’s Head of Student Fees and Funding says: “The Sagentia STEM bursary is an advantageous scheme to students, not only for the generous cash bursary element but for the potential for invaluable experience at a global technology and product development services company with the preference for bursary recipients on their summer placement programme.”
Sagentia is looking for applications from young people studying chemistry, computer science, electronic engineering, engineering, geology, geosciences, life sciences, mathematics, materials science, mechanical engineering, physics, product design or similar subjects. A proportion of the bursaries will be allocated to students from households with an annual income of less than £42,000.
Martyn Ratcliffe, Chairman at Sagentia, says: “Strong science and engineering skills are the driving force of Sagentia’s success and will play a vital role in creating sustainable economic growth in the UK. We are delighted to be able to offer financial support and professional experience to the next generation of innovators for the second year. The first year of the bursary scheme highlighted the deep wells of talent among the UK’s undergraduate population. If the dedication, skills and commitment displayed by our bursary recipients is an indication, we have every reason to be confident in our future.”
The scheme builds on the success of existing Sagentia initiatives, including its student internship programme and graduate recruitment scheme, which have contributed strongly to the growing pool of expertise amongst the Cambridge science and technology cluster.
The students’ view
As part of the scheme, Sagentia gives preferential consideration to bursary recipients for both its 10-week summer placements and its one-year placements.
Having been awarded a bursary in 2013, Sam Johnstone is this year joining Sagentia as a graduate in Mechanical Systems and Design. “The Sagentia bursary offered a great opportunity to help finance my University degree, while becoming involved with a company that is highly relevant to my future career plans. Receiving the bursary has given me the freedom to pursue my academic studies in more detail, and helped me fund my engineering-related hobbies. The graduate role is a fantastic opportunity to combine the technical engineering skills I have gained with the challenge of consultancy work.”
Bath University student, Leanne Yip Heung Win, is joining Sagentia on a one-year placement in Mechanical Systems and Design: “There are very few technology and product development companies that provide bursaries. The Sagentia STEM bursary has given me the opportunity to further my potential without a financial burden. I applied for the one-year placement because of the support that Sagentia gives students and because of its own successful position. The placement gives me an opportunity to gain vital engineering experience and be part of a truly innovative team.”
Students interested in applying for a bursary should visit Sagentia’s STEM bursary page:
The closing date for applications is 19 September 2014.
About Sagentia Group
The Sagentia Group is a global leader in technology advisory and product development services. Through its operating companies, the Group offers a range of R&D consultancy services, from new opportunity discovery and technology strategy through to concept generation and full product development for the healthcare, industrial, oil & gas and consumer sectors. The Group has over 225 scientists, engineers and market experts with headquarters in Cambridge, UK and offices in London, Boston, Houston and Dubai.
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