
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
Duration
Number of Awards
Use of Funds
Age Range
Eligibility Requirements
- Be a citizen or permanent resident of Barbados
- Be ordinarily resident in Barbados at the time of application
- Be accepted into or currently enrolled in an accredited engineering undergraduate programme, locally, regionally or internationally
- 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
- Meet minimum academic requirements: GPA 3.0 or equivalent
- Demonstrate an interest in contributing to the engineering profession in Barbados
- Self-certify their financial circumstances and their need for the funding.
Required Application Documents
- 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
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
Applications Close
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
- 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
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
