The Accu Scholarship: Empowering the Engineers of Tomorrow

First launched in April 2023, the Accu Scholarship is an exciting opportunity for UK-based undergraduate engineers to gain financial support during their studies.

Contents:

• About the Accu Scholarship
• Eligibility Criteria
• How to Apply
• Scholarship Awards and Benefits
• Accu’s Commitment to Engineering Excellence
• Past Winners
• Accu Scholarship FAQs

About the Accu Scholarship

The program is designed to help kickstart the prospective careers of undergraduate engineers by offering a £1,500 undergraduate scholarship to one outstanding engineering student. This funding boost helps them focus on their studies, reduce the impact of financial burdens and enable them to further enhance their skills.

As part of Accu’s mission to empower innovation and progress, this scholarship provides aspiring engineers with the resources they need to take their education - and future careers - to the next level.

Let’s get building tomorrow, together.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Accu Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Students must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in a relevant engineering subject (the full list of supported degrees can be found on the fund page)
• Students must be studying a full-time degree
• Students must be UK-based and paying domestic fees

The scholarship is designed to ensure that passionate and capable individuals have the means to thrive in their academic journey.

How to Apply

The current round of applications is open as of 4th April 2025, with submissions closing on 11th July 2025.

To apply:
1. Visit the Accu Scholarship page on the Blackbullion platform.
2. Complete the application form and provide any required documentation.
3. Submit your application before the deadline.

Eligible candidates can apply for the Accu Building Tomorrow scholarship here:

Apply For The Accu Undergraduate Scholarship

The Accu Scholarship Awards and Benefits

The Undergraduate Award (Building Tomorrow’s Visionaries):

• £1,500 financial support to cover tuition fees, accommodation, travel, or living expenses.

• A £100 Accu.co.uk gift balance for purchasing precision components to support academic or personal projects.

• Access to potential paid internship opportunities, offering hands-on experience and exposure to cutting-edge Industry 5.0 technology solutions.

For further information about Accu’s scholarship program, please see the full terms and conditions on the application page, or contact Blackbullion at [email protected] 

Please note: although the postgraduate scholarship ("Building Tomorrow’s Leaders") is currently unavailable, the undergraduate scholarship ensures Accu remains committed to building the future of engineering.

Accu’s Commitment to Developing Engineering Excellence

Empowering innovation and progress is at the heart of everything we do. For years we have supported students who share our passion for engineering, helping them to develop their skills across multiple disciplines, including Aerospace, Motorsport and Transportation.

From sponsoring university societies, including Formula Student champions, record-breaking rocketry teams & innovative hyperloop organisations, to hosting guest lectures on high-performance fasteners, our ‘Building Tomorrow’ scholarship program expands upon this tradition by offering not only financial support, but also mentorship and career development opportunities.

Why We Launched the Accu Scholarship

On launching our scholarship program, Alastair Morris, UK Managing Director of Accu, said:

“At Accu, we have created an inspiring workplace that encourages everyone to learn, innovate and grow. Now we want to extend those efforts further, by supporting the next generation of engineers with the funding and hands-on work experience opportunities they need to kick start their careers.”

“We want to make sure that the brightest minds have the resources they need to pursue their dreams and become the innovators and problem solvers of the future. That’s why we’re excited to announce the Accu Scholarship program. Together, we're building tomorrow.”

Past Winners

Since its inception, the Accu Scholarship has recognised and supported some incredible engineering talent. Here are our past winners:

Building Tomorrow’s Visionaries (Undergraduate Scholarship)

• Harneet Singh Baweja

• Alexander Daniel

• Nathan Frew

Building Tomorrow’s Leaders (Postgraduate Scholarship)

• Stephen Byrne

• Hanin Hageb

Each winner has showcased exceptional potential and passion for engineering, with the Accu Scholarships helping these individuals to excel in their studies and beyond.

You can learn more about Harneet, our inaugural Accu Scholarship winner, and the impact the funding had on his studies in his guest article - Meet Harneet: The First Winner of the Accu Scholarship

Accu Scholarship FAQs

Who is eligible to apply for the Accu Scholarship?

UK-based students enrolled in a full-time undergraduate engineering degree and paying domestic tuition fees are eligible to apply.

How much is the scholarship worth?

The Accu Scholarship award is £1,500, along with additional benefits such as a £100 Accu.co.uk gift balance and potential internship & industry networking opportunities.

How do I apply?

To apply for the Accu Scholarship, please submit your application via the Blackbullion platform.

Are postgraduate scholarships available?

The Accu Scholarship for postgraduate engineering students ("Building Tomorrow’s Leaders") is currently unavailable. Follow Accu on social media for updates.

Can I apply if I was previously unsuccessful?

Yes, students who meet the eligibility criteria may apply for future rounds of the scholarship.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 11th July 2025 for the current round of funding.