I am a future Scholar
Are you ready to
change the world
through engineering?
If you’re a student aged 16–18 in the UK and passionate about engineering, computing, or technical design, this is your opportunity to stand out and take the first step toward a meaningful career in STEM. Â
Do you have a strong desire to pursue a future career in engineering, computing, or technical design?
Are you currently in Year 11 (England & Wales), S4 (Scotland), or Year 12 (Northern Ireland) — the year you’re sitting GCSEs, National 5s, IB Standards, BTEC Level 2s, or equivalent exams?
Do you plan to study A Levels, Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers, BTEC Level 3 Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate for two years?
Are you committed to studying Maths at A Level (or the local equivalent)?
Are you determined to succeed in your future STEM studies and career?
For full eligibility details, see the Arkwright Handbook.
Application process
How to apply for an
Arkwright Engineering
Scholarship
Online application
Your teacher or youth leader nominates you through our online application management system (AMS). Once nominated, you’ll receive your login to complete the application.
Aptitude assessment
Interview stage
Sponsor matching or virtual award
If successful, you’ll either be matched with a sponsoring company or offered a place on our Virtual Scholarship pathway.
Resources to help you apply
We provide everything you need to feel confident and prepared:
Arkwright handbook – Complete guide to the scholarship programme
AMS guide – Step-by-step application system tutorial
Project proposals – Sample project proposals for application inspiration
Exemplar projects for interviews – Sample projects for interview inspiration
Frequently asked questions – Answers to common queries
Previous webinars – See our archive of previous application webinars on YouTube
Resources for the aptitude assessment
Aptitude Assessment Guidance – You can download our Aptitude Assessment (exam) guidance here – it will take you through the layout of the exam and what to expect
Past Papers – You can download past exam papers below, as well as exemplar answers to questions. Please note, Part A of the exam has been replaced by multiple choice modules, but the Part B questions are still relevant:
2023 Example Section B Question 5
2023 Example Section B Question 6
2022 Example Section B Question 4
2022 Example Section B Question 5
2022 Example Section B Question 6
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