Undergraduates – would you like to experience the exciting world of plant science research, tackle a key science challenge, and be paid for it?
We’ve worked with plant scientists to create twelve fantastic projects that address major plant health challenges identified by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).
Students can now apply to work on these projects for 8-10 weeks this summer. Successful students will receive £350-380 per week.
To be eligible for this award, you must meet the requirements given below.
We are grateful to Defra, British Society for Plant Pathology, Association of Applied Biologists, SCI Horticulture Group and the Colegrave Seabrook Foundation for funding this programme.
Why apply for a studentship?
These placements are a great way to:
- Find out what it’s like to contribute to a real research project
- Get research experience and learn new skills to boost your CV
- Meet and work with scientists who can help to answer your career questions
Who can apply?
The scheme is open to undergraduate students registered at a UK institution for the majority of their science degree.
Students in the first year of their course are not eligible for this award.
Students will normally take up the award during the summer vacation in the middle years (i.e. 2/3, 2/4 or 3/4) of their degree but final year undergraduates intending to continue to study for a Masters or PhD may also be considered.
Mature students are eligible to apply.
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