Background & Purpose

The Angus Edghill and Richard Edghill Families have established the Angus Edghill Scholarship Fund to support aspiring Barbadian engineers and to promote the long term advancement of the engineering profession in Barbados.

The Fund will award annually up to four (4) scholarships, each valued at a maximum of BBD $25,000 per recipient. The scholarship is open to Barbadian nationals between the ages of 18 and 25 at the time of application who are pursuing, or intend to pursue, studies in any recognized engineering discipline.

The Angus Edghill Scholarship Fund was established to support students whose academic pursuits contribute to the sustainable development of Barbados and the wider Caribbean. The Fund seeks to encourage academic excellence, professional integrity, innovation, and leadership within the engineering profession.

The scholarship will be administered by the Barbados Association of Professional Engineers (BAPE) and aligns with national development priorities, including infrastructure resilience, climate change adaptation, water and energy security, transportation systems, housing development, and technological advancement.

Scholarship Award

Value

BBD $25,000 per annum

Duration

One-time award

Number of Awards

4 per annum

Use of Funds

Tuition fees, accommodation, books, equipment, and other educational expenses

Age Range

18-25 years of age (at time of the application)

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:
  1. Be a citizen or permanent resident of Barbados
  2. Be ordinarily resident in Barbados at the time of application
  3. Be accepted into or currently enrolled in an accredited engineering undergraduate programme, locally, regionally or internationally
  4. Be pursuing one of the following disciplines (or related fields):
    • Civil Engineering
    • Electrical Engineering
    • Mechanical Engineering
    • Chemical Engineering
    • Environmental / Water Resources Engineering
    • Renewable Energy / Energy Systems Engineering
    • Other Engineering fields not listed here may also be considered
  5. Meet minimum academic requirements: GPA 3.0 or equivalent
  6. Demonstrate an interest in contributing to the engineering profession in Barbados
  7. Self-certify their financial circumstances and their need for the funding.

Required Application Documents

Applicants must submit:
  • Completed scholarship application form
  • Proof of Barbadian citizenship or permanent residency
  • Proof of enrollment or offer of admission
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • One (1) letter of recommendation (academic and/or professional)
  • Personal Statement
  • Any additional documents requested by the Selection Committee

Personal Statement Requirements

Applicants must submit a personal statement addressing the following themes:

Length: [800–1,200 words]
Format: Typed, double-spaced, submitted electronically (PDF or Word)
Originality: All submissions must be the applicant’s own work

Application Timeline

Applications Open

1st April

Applications Close

30th June - 11:59 p.m. AST
Click Here for Online Application
Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

Selection & Interview Process

Preliminary Review

Verification of eligibility and documentation

Shortlisting

Assessment of academic performance, essay quality, and demonstrated
commitment to engineering

Interview Stage

  • Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview
  • Interviews may be conducted in person or virtually
  • Assessment will focus on communication skills, motivation, ethical awareness, and professional potential

Administering & Award Timeline

Stage
Activity
Indicative Timeline
Call for Applications
Public announcement
1st April
Application Period
Submission window
1st April - 30th June
Review & Evaluation
Screening of applications
1st July - 25th July
Final Selection & Award
Committee approval
31st July

Conditions of Award

Recipients shall:
  • Maintain satisfactory academic standing
  • Submit academic progress reports upon request
  • Participate in mentorship, outreach, or professional development activities where applicable
  • Acknowledge the scholarship in academic or professional materials, where appropriate
  • The administering body reserves the right to suspend or terminate the award if conditions are not met.

Administration & Governance

The scholarship shall be administered by the BAPE Scholarship Committee, which may include representatives from the engineering profession, academia, and industry in Barbados. All decisions of the Selection Committee are final.

Contact Information

For further information, please contact:

Scholarship Administrator
THE BARBADOS ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS
‘Christie Building’, Garrison Hill,
St. Michael BB14038, Barbados.
Website: http://www.bapebb.com
Email: engineers@caribsurf.com
Phone: (246) 429-6105
Scholarship email: edghillscholarship@gmail.com