Master of Energy Studies scholarship deadline extended

Glencore Xstrata, in collaboration with The International Energy Centre, provides scholarships to a small number of talented individuals who have been accepted into the Master of Energy Studies. The application deadline for the Glencore Xstrata Energy Leaders Scholarship has been extended to 15 November 2013.

The Master of Energy Studies is an innovative program providing a transdisciplinary, co-badged, industry-focused Master’s degree for professionals seeking to have an impact on the transition to a low-carbon future. The $22,000 scholarships are awarded over the duration of the program to applicants who demonstrate the potential to become leading decision-makers in the energy sector.

The International Energy Centre’s courses are designed for professionals from a diverse range of disciplines across industry, government, research organisations and non-government organisations. Teaching is provided by the Universities of Queensland, Western Australia and Newcastle, all leaders in the areas of climate change and energy research.

GlencoreXstrata’s involvement includes bringing a business perspective to these issues, providing advice on the curriculum, supporting students with scholarships and providing opportunities for students to get practical experience to support their coursework.

“We are excited to support a Master’s course that brings together the policy, technical, social, environmental and economic elements of energy and carbon with a focus on practical, real business examples and access to industry players,” said Cassandra McCarthy, Government Relations for GlencoreXstrata.

Eligible domestic applicants wishing to study the Master of Energy Studies can apply for the scholarship here. The next program intake is scheduled for Semester 1 (February) 2014.