Ten students joined the Boeing Scholarship and Support Scheme which provides students with £3,000 to support them through their studies. Aimed at students with an interest in aerospace, the programme is intended to promote academic excellence and wider access to science and engineering.
The students were recently presented with their scholarships at the University's Boeing Day with the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC). Professor Mike Hounslow, pro-vice-chancellor for the Faculty of Engineering at the University, and Bart Moenster, director of manufacturing technology for Boeing Research and Technology and chairman of the AMRC board of directors, presented the students with their awards.
Mr Moenster commented: “Boeing works closely with selected colleges and universities worldwide to enhance curricula, support continuing education, recruit outstanding candidates for employment, and collaborate on research that benefits the long term needs of our customers' business. The University of Sheffield is an excellent example of how by working together we can achieve success.”
Mike Kurth, managing director at Boeing Defence UK, said: “Our relationship with the University of Sheffield through the AMRC shows the benefits that University research, development and technology can have on industry. We look at these students as the future of Boeing here in the UK and wish them all the best with their studies.”
Timothy Gibbons, one of the scholars on the scheme, added: "I see my scholarship as a boost to my chances of achieving a good career as an engineer. It will make my time at Sheffield easier by helping cover the costs of living, whilst giving the opportunity to buy material that will help me achieve a high level degree. It will also be useful when applying for a job as it is great for my CV."
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