Royal Academy of Engineering Motorsport Scholarship programme
- Award value
- Up to £43,000 (depending on course choice)
- Campus
- UK
- Closing date
- 6 May 2026
- Fee status
- UK
- Level
- Postgraduate taught
- Delivery mode
- Full-time
- No. awards
- up to 12
- School
- School of Engineering and Physical Sciences; School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences
- status
- Open
Overview
The MSc Motorsport Scholarship, supported by Mission 44, empowers talented students from underrepresented backgrounds — including those who are Black or mixed-Black, women, and individuals from less advantaged socio-economic groups — to pursue a master’s degree in motorsport or a related subject.
At Heriot-Watt University, the two eligible programmes are MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering and MSc Software Engineering.
Awardees receive full funding for tuition fees and living costs, alongside exclusive mentoring, career support, and networking opportunities to build the skills, confidence, and connections needed to launch a successful career in motorsport and engineering.
Eligibility
This scholarship is available to UK home-fee paying students pursuing an eligible master’s degree in motorsport or a related field. It supports students who are Black or mixed-Black, and/or women, and/or from less advantaged socio-economic backgrounds.
At Heriot-Watt University, the two eligible programmes are MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering and MSc Software Engineering.
For full eligibility criteria please visit the Royal Academy of Engineering website by using the 'apply' button above.
How to apply
Please use the apply button which will take you through to the Royal Academy of Engineering website where you can find out how to apply. The deadline for applications is 4pm on 6th May 2026.
Contact
Royal Academy of Engineering
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