The ScottishPower Masters Scholarship offers a fantastic opportunity for talented graduates and final-year students to pursue a fully funded Master’s degree in the United Kingdom. The programme supports the next generation of innovators in the energy sector, focusing on fields vital to renewable energy, sustainability, and technology.
Note: As of March 2026, the current open call is for the 2026-2027 academic year (applications opened in early March 2026, with a deadline of 29 March 2026). Previous cycles (such as 2025-2026) had deadlines around early April 2025 and similar structures, but always check the official site for the latest details.
Programme Overview
ScottishPower, part of the Iberdrola group, launches this scholarship annually to develop enthusiastic individuals passionate about learning, innovation, and transforming the energy industry. It promotes excellence in training and boosts employability in future-oriented sectors like renewables and digital technologies.
The scholarship is open to both home (UK) and international students, provided they meet eligibility and secure university admission (and any required visas).
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the ScottishPower Masters Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a graduate or final-year student expecting to complete their degree in the current academic cycle.
- Hold (or expect to achieve) a Bachelor’s degree with Honours at a minimum 2:1 level (or international equivalent), or a Master’s degree from a recognised university.
- Have applied for (or hold an offer from) a relevant Master’s programme at a UK university before applying for the scholarship. Applications without a university application will be rejected.
- Not receive any other salary, wages, scholarship, financial aid, or similar award from public/private institutions during the scholarship period.
- Not have previously received a scholarship from ScottishPower, the ScottishPower Foundation, or any Iberdrola group company.
International applicants must ensure they meet UK visa/student requirements and right-to-work conditions for potential employment.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful scholars receive comprehensive support, including:
- Full payment of university tuition fees.
- A monthly living stipend of £1,200.
- Assignment of a company mentor to guide studies and help identify industry-related projects.
- Exciting career prospects, with priority consideration for roles at ScottishPower post-graduation.
In return, scholars are expected to:
- Promote career opportunities at ScottishPower.
- Act as STEM ambassadors for the energy industry.
- Support future applicants and recruitment activities (on campus or virtually).
Eligible Fields of Study
Scholarships support Master’s programmes in these key areas (aligned with energy transition and innovation):
- Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Electronic Engineering
- Environmental Sciences
- Climate Change
- Sustainability
- Offshore / Geosciences / Oceanography
- Meteorology
- Wind Power Engineering
- Physics
- Fluid Mechanics
- Data / Cyber / Cyber Security / Telecoms
- Business Analytics / Cloud Computing / AI (in recent cycles)
Courses must align with the energy sector’s future needs.
Participating Universities
The programme partners with several leading UK institutions, though applications are accepted from any UK university if the course matches eligible areas. Key partners include:
- University of Edinburgh
- Heriot-Watt University
- University of Strathclyde
- University of Glasgow
- Glasgow Caledonian University
- University of Liverpool
- Liverpool John Moores University
- Bangor University
- Wrexham Glyndwr University
- University of East Anglia
- University of Cambridge
- Imperial College London
How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these clear steps to apply successfully:
- Apply to a UK University First — Secure admission (or submit an application) to a relevant Master’s programme at one of the eligible UK universities in an approved field. You must have applied before submitting your scholarship application.
- Prepare Your Documents — Gather proof of your academic qualifications (or expected results), university application details, and any supporting information.
- Visit the Official ScottishPower Scholarship Page — Go to the dedicated programme page: here (or the current year’s link on the site).
- Complete the Online Application — Submit your application through the portal (e.g., via the provided link like scottishpower.ambertrack.co.uk for the active cycle). Include details of your chosen course and university.
- Monitor Key Dates — Applications typically open in early March and close in late March/early April (e.g., 29 March 2026 for 2026-2027 at 2pm UK time). The process may include online assessments, video interviews, and an in-person assessment centre.
- Await Selection — Shortlisted candidates proceed through stages, with outcomes communicated later (e.g., June).