ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

WHO WE LOOK FOR…

The Trust seeks people with very special qualities; we are looking for individuals with the potential to become leaders within their communities, industry, businesses and beyond. A passion and interest in their chosen study topic is also essential, as well as a willingness to learn and develop. Nuffield Farming Scholars come from all walks of life, but ultimately share the same goal – to lead positive change in food, farming, horticulture and rural industries.

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.

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.

4 Be established in their career and demonstrate a passion for the industry they work in.

4 Be three years post-tertiary education.

4 Be a resident in the UK, hold a UK passport or be working directly for UK agriculture.

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.