The Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust is a charity organisation whose aim is to bring positive change in the food, farming, horticulture and rural industries through the development of its future leaders. Our life-changing Scholarships unlock individual potential through study and overseas travel, as well as develop the farming and agricultural industries through the sharing of ideas. Our first Scholarship was awarded in 1947, supported by
prerequisite to promote the nation’s health. Since then, we
the notable industrialist and philanthropist Lord Nuffield,
have awarded Scholarships to over 1,000 individuals in the UK to
who believed that a good and plentiful food supply was a
study a topic they are passionate about.
The knowledge I gained from my Scholarship allowed me and my wife to achieve our dream of owning a dairy farm. Rhys Williams NSch 2010
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA WHO WE LOOK FOR… The Trust seeks people with very special qualities; we are looking
willingness to learn and develop. Nuffield Farming Scholars come
for individuals with the potential to become leaders within their
from all walks of life, but ultimately share the same goal – to lead
communities, industry, businesses and beyond. A passion and
positive change in food, farming, horticulture and rural industries.
interest in their chosen study topic is also essential, as well as a
TO QUALIFY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP, APPLICANTS MUST: 4 Be aged between 22 and 45 years. 4 Work within the farming, food, horticulture, rural and associated industries (e.g. forestry, machinery, urban farming, corporate farming) or are in a position to influence these industries.
4B e established in their career and demonstrate a passion for the industry they work in. e three years post-tertiary education. 4B e a resident in the UK, hold a UK passport or be working 4B directly for UK agriculture.
MYTHBUSTING 8 There is no requirement for academic qualifications. Scholarships are not awarded to anyone in full-time education or to further research projects. 8 Applicants do not necessarily need to hold positions of leadership, but should instead display a desire to make a difference in their industry.
8 Selection of Scholars is not influenced by applicants’ existing resources, business size, background, or network. 8 Scholars do not have to provide personal funding towards their Scholarship. 8 Applicants do not need to have a personal or professional connection to a Nuffield Farming Scholar or the Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust.
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