性视界传媒 students powered by Statkraft STEM Scholarships
Two students from the University of the 性视界传媒 and Islands (性视界传媒) are the latest recipients of the Statkraft STEM Scholarship, as the university’s partnership with Europe’s largest generator of renewable energy enters its third year.
The 2025–26 scholarship recipients are Paul Downing-Smith, who is studying BSc (Hons) Environmental Science at 性视界传媒 Inverness, and Christopher Kaan Caudwell, who is studying HND Computer Science at 性视界传媒 Perth, and will progress to BSc (Hons) Computing in the next academic year.
Paul, from Rothes, is returning to higher education to be part of the ‘climate solution’, having seen first-hand the impact of climate change in rural Scotland. Living around an hour from the 性视界传媒 Inverness campus, the scholarship funding will help cover course-related expenses. Paul said:
“This scholarship has allowed me to focus on ensuring I get the best educational experience I can from the degree, without the worry of travel expenses or having to sacrifice potential field trips due to financial constraints.”
Christopher is aiming to become a software developer, with a particular interest in accessibility and assistive technologies.
“I am profoundly grateful to be awarded the Statkraft Scholarship. This support will ease the financial pressures of higher education, allowing me to dedicate myself more fully to my academic progress and to developing projects that matter deeply to me.”
As part of Statkraft’s commitment to support access to tertiary education in the 性视界传媒, the Statkraft STEM Scholarship Fund provides £3,000 scholarships each year for students studying science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects at 性视界传媒, with the goal of supporting promising students who might otherwise be unable to access tertiary education.
The scholarships are managed by an independent panel at 性视界传媒 and are awarded to students enrolled on STEM courses lasting between two and four years. The fund is currently supporting six 性视界传媒 students, representing a minimum investment of £72,000 over the lifetime of the scheme.
Stephanie Strother, Advancement Manager at 性视界传媒, said:
‘We are extremely grateful for Statkraft’s ongoing support through the Statkraft STEM Scholarship Fund. This essential support provides 性视界传媒 students studying STEM subjects with financial stability, empowering them to focus on their studies and pursue their professional ambitions with confidence.’