Engineering Bursaries
Four budding engineers have won bursaries to help with the costs of university study. Fraser Edwards, Gary Mason, Ben Appleby and Ian Wilson submitted successful applications for engineering bursaries bequeathed to Darlington by Rothmans to promote engineering locally after the closure of their factory in 2004.
The boys underwent a rigorous interview process before being selected and each will receive £1000 per term for each of the three years they will study engineering at university. During their time at university they will be expected to achieve high standards and will have placements and links with Cummins, Henry Williams, Mech Tool and CTC Marine.
Stella Barnes, Higher Education and Careers Adviser at QE, comments:
“This is a wonderful chance for the students to gain practical experience whilst completing their engineering degree courses. In this day and age financial support at this level is to be applauded and we are confident that Fraser, Gary, Ben and Ian will make the most of this opportunity. They have done exceptionally well and we are proud of their achievements.”
July 20, 2010