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Iberdrola has launched a new call for applications for master's scholarships for the 2021-2022 academic year, with the aim of promoting excellence in training the next generations and promoting the employability of young people in the sectors of the future, especially those that are linked to the energy transition and digital transformation.

This year, Iberdrola is focusing on graduates and students in the last year of their degree studies in Spain, United Kingdom and Mexico who want to complete their studies in areas related with engineering, electric mobility, big data, the environment and climate, among others.

This year, a total of 35 candidates will be selected for this programme, which will have a total allocation of close to one million euros. Interested parties can submit their applications on the Talent section of the group's website. The beneficiaries of these latest scholarships will join the nearly 1,000 students who have already enjoyed Iberdrola scholarships in recent years.

When evaluating the candidates, in addition to academic qualifications and language proficiency, other factors will be taken into account, such as their CV, the area of interest for the research project and their references. After they pass the pre-selection stage, the company will conduct a personal interview with the candidates to evaluate their personal situation, overall education and motivation.

An additional incentive in Iberdrola's call for applications for scholarships is the possibility of becoming an intern with the company. In 2019 alone, Iberdrola took on more than 1,400 interns, who had the opportunity to share in the work of one of the world's leading energy companies.

Scholarships for Master's Studies - Spain

Iberdrola plans to award 8 new scholarships to Spanish students or residents for master’s degrees in Spain, the United Kingdom or the United States during the 2021-2022 academic year.

Those selected will be able to study on outstanding campuses, such as Universidad Pontificia Comillas, Universidad Carlos III in Madrid, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Universidad del País Vasco, Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Universidad de

Salamanca, the University of Edinburgh, The University of Strathclyde, Imperial College London, the University of Connecticut and the University of Rochester.

The scholarship will cover the cost of tuition and an additional annual grant for transport and accommodation expenses worth between €10,800 and €24,000 will be awarded, depending on whether the master’s course is in Spain, the United Kingdom or the United States. In the last of these countries, a travel scholarship of €1,500 will be added to cover the cost of a round-trip transatlantic flight.

Scholarships for Master's Studies - United Kingdom

Iberdrola is also announcing 12 scholarships for postgraduate studies in the United Kingdom for the 2021-2022 academic year. The scholarship will cover the cost of tuition and will award £14,400 per year to cover expenses.

Successful applicants will be able to study at prestigious British universities, such as the University of Cambridge; Imperial College London; the University of Edinburgh; Herriot-Watt University; University of Stratchclyde; University of Glasgow; Glasgow Caledonian University; University of Liverpool; Liverpool John Moores University; Bangor University; Wrexham Glyndwr University and the University of East Anglia.

Scholarships for Master's Studies - Mexico

Iberdrola is also offering 15 scholarships to students who are Mexican citizens or residents to cover postgraduate studies in Mexico for 2021-2022. These scholarships, which were awarded in last year's call for applications, are valid for two academic years.

Those selected in 2020 have had the opportunity to study on campuses like the Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, Universidad de Anahuac and Universidad Panamericana.

The scholarship covers the cost of tuition and includes up to 21,000 pesos per month for living expenses, transport and accommodation, depending on the selected student's place of residence and the location of the master's degree.