RS Student Fund - UK

At RS, we are dedicated to building the skills of the next generation of engineers. We understand young engineers' challenges in pursuing their passions and turning their ideas into reality. That's why we offer this fund to support your endeavours and help you thrive in your engineering journey.

• Application - Fill out the application form, taking into consideration our selection criteria - good luck!
• Notification - We will let you know our decision within 30 days.
• Agreement - If you have been successful, we will send you our RS Student Fund agreement.
• Social media post - As part of the agreement, we ask you to create a social media post about being awarded and tag us in it. This can be on the platform of your choice.
• Prize unlocked! - You can now order your RS product, and/or request a BACS transfer of funds.
• DesignSpark Article - As part of the agreement, we ask you to create a written piece of content on DesignSpark to share your story with the community.
• Feedback - A feedback form will be sent to you for completion.
• End - The end of our funding agreement.

Whether you need RS donated products or cash, we've got you covered. You can use the fund for anything that will help you succeed, from purchasing equipment for your society to funding an engineering event on campus. We are here to support your growth and development as a student engineer.

Applications must be made by those:

• 18 and over
• Studying an engineering, technology, design, or innovation-related program
• Based in the UK

Please note: Formula Student teams are not able to apply for this fund, and have a separate opportunity available: Formula Student Build Fund

At RS, we are committed to selecting winners based on a set of criteria that align with our mission of empowering the next generation of engineers. Our selection process focuses on the impact that the funding will have on the recipients and ensuring that the funds are distributed equally and fairly across the UK. Here are the key factors we consider when selecting the winners:

1. Impact of the Funding
2. Innovation and Creativity
3. Feasibility and Sustainability
4. Diversity and Inclusivity
5. Nationwide Reach
6. Potential for Growth and Development

By assessing applicants based on these criteria, we aim to select winners who not only have the potential to make a positive impact in the field of engineering but also reflect our commitment to fairness, equality, and diversity in supporting student engineers throughout the UK.