Sam and John Dawson Scholarship 2025 entry The Sam and John Dawson Scholarship will provide up to £60,000 per student (£15,000 per year for 3 years, plus a Professional Training Year (PTY) if taken for a care-experienced student at the University of Surrey. About Eligibility Apply Contact About The Sam and John Dawson Scholarship will support an undergraduate student studying a STEM course during their degree programme at the University of Surrey. The scholarship will provide £15,000 a year for three years of academic study, plus £15,000 for a Professional Training placement (if taken). The Sam and John Dawson Scholarship will be awarded to two successful applicants. Eligibility criteria To be eligible to apply, the applicant must be a first-year undergraduate Home/UK student studying an undergraduate STEM course at Surrey who is from a care-experienced background. Care experienced is defined as students who “have spent time in local authority care, in a residential children’s home, have been looked after at home by a supervision order or have lived with relatives under kinship care.” Criteria for care experienced is as follows: Living with foster carers under local authority care In residential care (e.g. a children’s home) Looked after at home under a supervision order Or in kinship care with relatives or friends, either officially (e.g. a special guardianship order) or informally without local authority support. Eligible courses are: Chemical Engineering Chemical and Petroleum Engineering Chemistry Chemistry with Forensic Investigation Medicinal Chemistry Physics Physics with Astronomy Physics with Nuclear Astrophysics Physics with Quantum Technologies Civil and Environmental Engineering Environment and Sustainability Computer Science Astronautics and Space Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering Electronic Engineering with Computer Systems Computer and Internet Engineering Electronic Engineering Electronic Engineering with Nanotechnology Mechanical engineering Aerospace Engineering Biomedical Engineering Mathematics with Statistics Mathematics with Music Financial Mathematics Mathematics and Physics Economics and Mathematics Biochemistry Biological Sciences Biomedical Science Food Science and Nutrition Microbiology Nutrition Nutrition and Dietetics Sport and Exercise Science Veterinary Biosciences Psychology. How to apply To apply for this scholarship students entering the first year of their undergraduate degree in a STEM subject at the University of Surrey should complete all sections of the online application form. Please note that you cannot receive this scholarship in addition to the other University bursaries. Students will be advised of their application outcome during the first semester. Please note that application to the Sam and John Dawson scholarship is competitive and not all applications will be successful. The Sam and John Dawson Scholarship Application deadline 05 October 2025
Are you passionate about conflict resolution and organizational justice? Do you dream of becoming an organizational ombuds? The International Ombudsman Association (IOA) is offering incredible scholarship opportunities to attend their 2026 conference – and this could be your chance to turn that dream into reality!
Two Amazing Opportunities:
International Scholarships: Calling all students outside of the US and Canada! If you’re in a region where the ombuds profession is still developing, the IOA wants to support you. This scholarship covers your full conference registration and up to $1,500 for travel expenses. Imagine gaining valuable knowledge and networking with leading ombuds professionals from around the world!
New & Aspiring Ombuds Scholarships: Just starting your journey in the ombuds field? This scholarship is tailor-made for you! IOA membership is required, but if you’re new to the profession (less than one year of practice) and lack financial support, you could have your conference registration covered plus a $500 travel stipend.
Why This Matters?
The IOA conference is the premier event for ombuds professionals and those interested in the field. Attending this conference can provide you with:
Cutting-edge knowledge: Learn about the latest trends, best practices, and ethical considerations in the ombuds field.
Networking opportunities: Connect with experienced ombuds, potential mentors, and future colleagues.
Career advancement: Boost your resume and gain a competitive edge in the job market.
Inspiration and motivation: Immerse yourself in a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about fairness and conflict resolution.
Don’t Delay!
While applications for the International Scholarship for the 2026 conference have closed, you can still apply for the New & Aspiring Ombuds Scholarship until January 2026. And remember, the International Scholarship applications are open year-round, so start preparing your application now here (https://www.ioaconference.org/2025-conference-scholarships) for the 2026 conference.
Dr. Philip Morgan is a postdoctoral research fellow and senior editor at daadscholarship.com. He completed both his Master’s and Ph.D. at Stanford University and later continued advanced research in the United States as a Hubert H. Humphrey Fellow. Drawing on his rich academic and international experience, Dr. Morgan writes insightful articles on scholarships, internships, and fellowships for global students. His work aims to guide and inspire aspiring scholars to unlock international education opportunities and achieve their academic dreams. With years of dedication to youth development across Asia, Africa, and beyond, Engr. Yousaf has helped thousands of students secure admissions, scholarships, and fellowships through accurate, experience-based guidance. All opportunities he shares are thoroughly researched and verified before publication.
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