uk resource centre for women in science, engineering and technology

UKRC technical training grants

The UKRC is offering technical training grants to help women progress in science, engineering, technology and the built environment (SET).
 
The focus of the grant scheme is to support progression at professional and technical levels and increase retention at key stages in SET careers.
 
The grants may help with:
  • Moving from a support role to a technical role
  • Returning to a professional/technical role after a break
  • Moving up within a technical and professional career path.
Previous applicants have completed a wide variety of courses. Training at NVQ level 4 or equivalent is eligible within the scheme. Training at NVQ level 3 may also be eligible where justification can be provided setting out its direct relevance to your career progression (for example, in facilitating one of the activities set out above).
 
Awards of up to £500 are available.
 

How to apply

 
Please download and read through the following documents:
    An example completed application form, demonstrating the level of detail required, is available.

    You can apply if you are already working or studing SET, want to return to SET or wish to enter this field from a different background. Please contact us if you have any questions or need help with the application form.
     
    Dr Anna FergusonDr Anna Ferguson (right) has successfully returned to a career in engineering as an electrical engineer with NaREC after being awarded a technical training grant from the UKRC.  She used the £500 award to part fund her MSc in Electrical Power Systems at Bath University.  “The course is going really well and it definitely helped me to gain my current role.”  
     
    Completed hard copy application forms and supporting documents should be sent to:
    Services for Women Team
    UK Resource Centre for Women in SET
    40-42 Campus Road
    Listerhills Park of Science & Commerce
    Bradford
    BD7 1HR
     
    Alternatively, you can email us via the contact form.

     

    Any enquiries regarding the UKRC Travel Bursaries should also be made using the contact form or to our helpline - 01274 436485.