firmus energy and Ulster University launch new engineering scholarship

PICTURED ABOVE:Pictured is firmus energy CEO Niall Martindale (front row, third from left), Prof Jim Harkin, the Head of the School of Computing, Engineering, and Intelligent Systems at Ulster University (front row, fourth from left) and firmus energy’s Director of Engineering Eric Cosgrove (front row, second from right). They are joined by firmus energy staff, Ulster University representatives, and Ulster University BEng Renewable Energy Engineering degree students.

A prestigious five-figure scholarship for first year undergraduate engineering students has been launched.

The Renewable Energy Engineering Scholarship was unveiled at Ulster University’s Magee campus in Derry by firmus energy Chief Executive Officer Niall Martindale and Professor Jim Harkin, the Head of the School of Computing, Engineering, and Intelligent Systems at Ulster University.

Speaking at the launch event in Derry, Niall Martindale said: “The Renewable Energy Engineering Scholarship can help students pursue their educational goals through financial and career support.

More broadly, it will play a key role in helping to build a highly skilled workforce right here in the North West region and right across Northern Ireland.”

The scholarship is open to students in year one of their BEng Renewable Energy Engineering degree at Magee Campus, with the successful applicant receiving a £2,000 bursary to support their studies. They will also benefit from a one-year paid industrial placement for the duration of their studies for up to a maximum of 10 weeks, and a 1-year paid placement with firmus worth £22,000 plus benefits.

In the case of both, mentorship will be offered to the student from experienced staff members on top of support through professional registration, and following successful graduation, they will be eligible to apply for the Graduate Engineer Programme with the natural gas distribution and supply company.

Commenting on the venture between firmus energy and Ulster University, Professor Jim Harkin said: “This invaluable scholarship opportunity will undoubtedly empower an aspiring engineer, providing them with the means to excel in their academic pursuits and contribute meaningfully to the field.”

Applications for the Renewable Energy Engineering Scholarship are now open for first year students of the Renewable Energy Engineering course at Ulster University’s Magee Campus. Once the shortlisting process has been completed, interviews are due to be held at the start of April.

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