SSE Scholarships for NWRC Higher Education students
A total of 27 students studying Higher Education courses at North West Regional College (NWRC) have received SSE Scholarships to support them in their studies.
Candidates who received bursaries this year are studying across a range of curriculum areas including Business & Enterprise, Media and Journalism, Art & Design, Computing, Engineering, Science, Performing Arts and Music Production.
Dr. Catherine O’Mullan, Director of Curriculum and Academic Standards at NWRC said: “It’s been eight years since our first cohort of Higher Education students received a Scholarship from SSE Renewables. Since then, almost 200 students have been supported in their studies through the scheme. Many of the students have now completed their studies and gone on to successful careers.
“At NWRC, we are committed to fostering innovation and creativity in the next generation of leaders. The college’s courses offer critical and transferable skills that our students will use beyond their years of study and into future careers. We hope to continue to work in partnership with SSE Renewables as we grow the workforce of the future.”
“Our thanks to SSE Renewables for their continued support to the college’s students who are studying for a future in key technological and creative industries critical for the growth of our economy."
Vicky Boden, SEE Senior Community Investment Manager said it was inspiring ‘to see the ambition and potential of the students here’.
“Since 2004, the Fund has supported scholarships for over 500 students attending third-level education at Ulster University, South West College and of course here at North West Regional College.”
“These scholarships not only ease financial pressures but also empower students to achieve their full potential, contributing to the future growth and prosperity of local communities."
“To all of you that have been successful in gaining a scholarship we would like to wish you all the best in your studies and in all of your future endeavours. “
The SSE Scholarship programme was created to help local students with their student fees and expenses whilst creating a pool of well-trained and experienced professionals, transforming career prospects in regional communities and positively impacting future generations.
The wind-powered scholarship programme is funded by the SSE Renewables Regional Fund for Slieve Kirk Wind Park and Tievenameenta Wind Farm, both owned and operated by SSE Renewables, as well as the Greencoat Renewables owned Slieve Divena II Wind Farm.
SSE scholarship fund supports students living close to the company’s wind farms in Tyrone, Derry, Fermanagh, and County Donegal and provides 50% funding support (up to £2500 per student) towards the cost of third-level fees for recipients commencing first-year studies in STEAM-associated subjects at partner colleges.