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ScholarshipRoyal Academy of Engineering

Engineering Leaders Scholarships 2026/27 (Royal Academy of Engineering)

Scholarships for UK undergraduates on an engineering degree or degree apprenticeship who show passion for engineering and leadership potential. First-year students can apply. Winners get £5,000 for career development over three years, mentoring and an annual training weekend, with three enhanced Sir Ralph Robins Scholarships adding £5,000 towards living costs.

By the Born to Engineer editorial team Checked

At a glance

Run by
Royal Academy of Engineering[1]
Who it’s for
Undergraduates (including degree apprentices) at a UK higher education institution with at least two years left, ordinarily resident in the UK; first-year students may apply. Not open to school students before they start university.[2]
Entry
Students apply themselves
Worth
£5,000 for career development activities over three years, an annual training and networking weekend and a Royal Academy of Engineering mentor. Sir Ralph Robins Scholarships add £5,000 towards cost of living at university.[3]
Cost
Not stated
Year groups
Post-18
Where
UK-wide (UK-wide)
Format
Online
Funding
Bursaries or funding available

Sources

4 sources

  1. Royal Academy of Engineering

    Engineering Leaders Scholarships applicant guidance notes 2026-2027

    supports undergraduates at UK higher education institutions who demonstrate a passion for engineering, the potential to become leaders in engineering

    Checked 24 October 2026

  2. Royal Academy of Engineering

    Engineering Leaders Scholarships applicant guidance notes 2026-2027

    You may apply in your 1st year of university.

    Checked 24 October 2026

  3. Royal Academy of Engineering

    Engineering Leaders Scholarships Applicant guidance notes 2026-2027

    £5,000 to use on career development activities over three years

    Checked 24 October 2026

  4. Royal Academy of Engineering

    Engineering Leaders Scholarships applicant guidance notes 2026-2027

    Deadline: 4pm 19 January 2027

    Checked 24 October 2026

Details checked by the Born to Engineer editorial team. Always confirm dates on the provider’s site before applying.

Apply by

4pm on 19 January 2027[4]

Apply on raeng.org.uk (opens in a new tab)

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