The Royal Academy of Engineering (www.raeng.org.uk is currently accepting applications for the Engineering Leaders Scholarships (they must be submitted by 4pm on Monday 8 January).

This programme aims to provide support for engineering undergraduates (in UK universities) who have the potential to become leaders in engineering and can act as role models for future engineers. It provides an accelerated personal development programme.

Recipients will get the opportunity to acquire the skills needed to help them move into engineering leadership positions in UK industry soon after graduation.

All scholars will receive £5,000, to be used over three years towards career and personal development activities.

This scheme was previously known as the Engineering Leadership Awards.