\n We have a long-standing strategic partnership with \u00d8rsted UK, the leading offshore wind developer. As part of this partnership, \u00d8rsted offers annual bursaries to students on our Energy-related Master’s programmes here at Durham.
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This year we have three bursaries each\u00a0worth \u00a36500,\u00a0which are\u00a0available for students on our MSc courses below, beginning in October 2026:<\/p>\n
Neil MacDougall (Fleet Operations Engineer at \u00d8rsted) said “I wanted to do a Master’s in renewable energy so I could join the sector and make positive, tangible changes to the world. Having the Master’s meant I was able to get a job working in the renewables industry right after I completed the course. Without the scholarship, I wouldn’t have been able to afford it. The course had good links with industry, so was geared towards real life applications; it was really valuable for me to join the sector knowing not just theory, but the shape of the industry and the key companies involved.” Neil graduated his\u00a0Master’s in New and Renewable Energy in 2014.<\/p>\n
Read on to find out more about how to apply and our partnership with \u00d8rsted<\/a>. We look forward to receiving your application!<\/p>\n How to apply<\/p>\n The deadline for the \u00d8rsted scholarship applications is\u00a0Friday 4 September 2026.<\/p>\n Candidates must send a 400-500 words supporting statement\u00a0answering two questions:<\/p>\n Why did you choose\u00a0your\u00a0programme? The statement should be emailed to our\u00a0Durham Energy Institute Manager, Lynn Gibson, at dei.admin@durham.ac.uk<\/a>\u00a0before the deadline.<\/p>\n
\nWhy should you\u00a0be considered for the scholarship?<\/p>\n