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Venue Details
Venue
Sandals Royal Barbados
Location
Maxwell, Christ Church, Barbados
Parking
Easily accessible next to the venue
Featured Speaker
Mr. Stuart Layne
Former Chief Executive Officer, BTI
Mr. Stuart Layne is the former Chief Executive Officer of BTI. He will be delivering the keynote address at the BAPE Annual Awards & Dinner 2026, sharing insights on engineering, leadership, and innovation in Barbados and the wider Caribbean region.
Award Categories
Fellows
Recognising engineers of distinguished standing elected to the grade of Fellow of BAPE
BAPE Engineering Award of Excellence
Honouring outstanding achievement and contribution to the engineering profession in Barbados
Honorary Members
Presented to those who have become eminent in engineering or kindred sciences
BAPE President’s Award
A special recognition awarded at the discretion of the BAPE President for exceptional service
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- 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
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
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.