Horticultural Research Scholarship

We are a registered charity supporting the development of students studying horticulture in the UK and Ireland. We champion careers in commercial, production and retail ornamental horticulture by offering scholarships to these future horticulturists.

Scholarships include student awards as well as several others that are sponsored by major horticultural companies; in addition to funding, these can provide work placements and the chance to travel. Our scholarships support future horticulturists so that the UK’s ornamental horticultural industry can continue to grow.

Award? £2,500 to support applied research within the horticulture industry.

Number of scholarships available? One per year.

Who is the sponsor? David Colegrave Foundation

Scholarship Season is open from September to January every year. We make the application process as straightforward as possible and invite applicants to tell us about their passion for plants and goals for the future. Candidates are advised to also highlight their talent, as evidenced by grades achieved, tutor assessments and work experience. Scholarships are open to all students completing horticulture related courses in the UK and Ireland, and some also support those who are in the early days of their horticultural career. Student applicants must be attending, or enrolled to attend college, university or a similar educational establishment on a full or part time basis with a view to seeking permanent full time employment in commercial or production ornamental horticulture on completion of their course. Working applicants should be working in commercial or production ornamental horticulture in the UK or Ireland.

Who should apply? Students with proven merit who are keen to pursue a research career in the horticultural industry. This includes undergraduates, postgraduates and those studying for doctoral degrees.