Young Darwin Scholarship - Interested in the environment and conservation? - Residential 5th - 8th August


A UK scholarship designed to help young people learn a range of environmental skills and explore future career opportunities in the natural world is open for applications. 

The Field Studies Council is looking for 75 young people aged 16 to 25 to take part in its 2024 Young Darwin Scholarship programme and those interested have until June 2nd to apply. 

The annual scholarship helps those with an interest in the environment to gain practical skills and understanding of a wide range of field techniques including biodiversity identification and recording skills.  

Aged 18 and over check out the locations and dates here

Aged 16–17 Residential: Rhyd-y-Creuau, Betws-y-Coed, North Wales (05.08.24 – 09.08.24)

5 day residential, Monday to Friday

Cost to scholar: £90

Our Rhyd-y-Creuau residential provides a unique opportunity to meet like-minded individuals and develop new ecological skills and knowledge. With activities focusing on identification of local flora and fauna, habitat management and practical conservation, there is so much on offer with this exciting opportunity!

For those using public transport, a minibus will be arranged to collect and drop off scholars at the nearest train station (Betws-y-Coed) on the first and last day.

What is included in the scholarship?

The scholarship starts with a residential trip, or series of day trips, at locations across the UK, with each experience centring around time outdoors in environmentally engaging spaces. During these experiences, scholars will:

  • Practice a wide range of field and identification skills in areas that have been selected for their variety of plants, trees and wildlife.
  • Gain practical, observational and recording skills through a series of activities that help with wildlife and habitat conservation.
  • Explore a range of landscapes and learn how these areas are managed and conserved.
  • Meet inspirational speakers and experts from different backgrounds to discuss current environmental issues, offer advice, and answer any questions.
  • Build your confidence while exploring the outdoors with like-minded people who share similar interests.

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