Our bursaries are open to student members of IOM3 (for a minimum of 12 prior to application) who are undertaking an IOM3 Accredited or Certified undergraduate degree programme in any materials, minerals or mining-related discipline.

Candidates are eligible to apply at the end of their second year for a bursary of £1,500 for each remaining year of their degree programme, i.e. one year for BSc/BEng programmes and two years for integrated MEng/MSc programmes.

The judges are looking for applicants with a strong academic performance that can also demonstrate going above and beyond the requirements of their course by engaging in extra-curricular activities such as subject-related work experience, involvement in outreach initiatives or community support.

Evidence of participation in IOM3-related activities, for example regularly attending Affiliated Local Society meetings, taking part in the Young Persons’ Lecture Competition, Future Materials, Minerals & Mining conference or other SECG event, or sitting on the committee of a student group will be looked upon favourably.

The application criteria will be reviewed on an annual basis.

To apply for the grant please complete click on the Enter/Apply button.

This requires:

• A statement from you explaining why you should be considered for the Bursary.
• A statement of support from your tutor.
• A short report, of no longer than 500 words, on a sustainability-themed subject of your choice that is related to your field of study. If shortlisted for interview, you will be required to give a 10-minute presentation on your report.

The judges will create a shortlist of five candidates based on the complete and eligible applications received. 

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by Monday 10 June and invited to attend a virtual interview (w/c 24 June) lasting 45 minutes to present their project and discuss their application.

Successful applicants will be notified by Friday 05 July.