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Who we give to

Applicants for SIET grants are as individual as their own personal talents and ambitions.

Most are Scots by birth or formation. They will have already shown they have the potential for excellence in their chosen field. Generally this is evidenced by a good first degree or an equivalent qualification.

We give priority to postgraduate students working for a higher degree or similar qualification, especially if the course proposed does not qualify or the applicant is not eligible for assistance from public funds (i.e. a Research Council).

That said, academic qualifications alone do not guarantee the kind of excellence we’re searching for.

Those with ambitions involving non-academic activities that marry with the aims of the Trust may be funded.

What we look for

Letters after a person’s name may provide proof of an individual’s talents on paper. But if today’s applicants are to become tomorrow’s winners they’ll need some extra qualities in their locker.

Above all we want to be inspired.

They are all authors of their own success stories, drawing on personal resources that run deeper than academic prowess alone.

Not only have they done well for themselves. When they shine, Scotland shines. That ability to bring credit to Scotland is another vital selection criteria that enables us choose the real gems.

In your own words

There is no formal application form for a SIET award.

Applying is not a box ticking exercise; it’s about who you are and what you can achieve with a little extra financial help.

So first and foremost your written application is about you and your aims; the course or activity you want to pursue, your purpose and what you plan to do afterwards.

The ability to bring credit to Scotland is another vital selection criteria that enables us choose the real gems.

First and foremost your written application is about you and your aims; the course or activity you want to pursue, your purpose, and what you plan to do afterwards.

Making an application...

Please see https://scotinted.org.uk/apply.

When to apply

You may submit an application at any point.

Trustees meet for assessments of applications in late March and early September.