The Young Darwin Scholarship 2016 is open for applications.
This is an amazing opportunity for young people in year 11 or 12 who have are a real interest in the natural world at a crucial time when they are making decisions about future study or career.
The Young Darwin Scholarship is an FSC initiative to encourage and support young people who have a real interest in the natural world – to develop the next generation of ‘Darwins’
15 Scholarships are awarded each year to young people aged 16 and 17 who have demonstrated their interest and potential. There are now a total of 60 Young Darwin Scholars from 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015.
All Young Darwin Scholars (YDS) attend an introductory residential course at FSC Preston Montford near Shrewsbury – the home town of Charles Darwin. In subsequent years the YDS are offered support and other opportunities to develop knowledge and skills. YDS from different years meet each other at reunions and on subsidised courses. They build friendships and are also able to provide advice and support through social media including top tips on university and course choices. Above all they enjoy spending time with other YDS – people of their own age who have a similar enthusiasm and interest for the natural world.