Lily Taylor has excelled by being awarded an Arkwright Engineering Scholarship to support her ambition to enter the Formula 1 industry. This is the most esteemed scholarship scheme of its type in the UK. To date, over 7,000 Scholarships having been awarded to applicants from 1,200 schools, with 37% of Scholars being female.
The Scholarship supports students to become a future leader in engineering, computing or technical design by providing the following:
1. Financial support: a financial award (over 2 years) to the Scholar to optimise their studies towards a career in Engineering or Technical Design
2. Mentoring: Scholars are paired with a Mentor – a Professional Engineer who can provide advice and guidance about future study and career development, and even technical advice to help with projects
3. Access to Events: Scholars have access to a wide variety of exclusive events run by partner companies, universities and trade associations, including Connect Days and Summer Schools. These events give Scholars a real insight into different sectors of industry and academia
Congratulations to Lily for this tremendous achievement.
Ms D Martin, STEM Co-ordinator
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