EDF Energy is funding 2 branded Entente Cordiale scholarships for French postgraduate students who want to study in the UK during the academic year 2011-2012. These two scholarships are aimed only at science and engineering students.  This sought after disciplines are:

   •    Science - Mathematics, Materials, Chemistry and Physics
   •    Engineering - Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical and Civil

The selection criteria for an EDF Energy – Entente Cordiale scholarship are the same as for the general Entente Cordiale scheme, except that candidates must be studying the disciplines listed above. You cannot apply for a scholarship for undergraduate study.

Becoming an EDF Energy-Entente Cordiale scholar means that EDF Energy will offer you 10K towards your year of study in the UK; this scholarship is subject to you accepting a permanent role with EDF Energy based in any of EDF Energy’s locations in the UK. The role on offer will be relevant to your experience and area of study. The salary will vary between 25K to 30K, and will depend on the role and your previous experience. You will be expected to stay with EDF Energy for a minimum period of 12 months.

Please note the deadline for EDF Energy- Entente Cordiale applications for the year 2011-2012 is Friday 29 April 2011.

You can apply for an EDF Energy - Entente Cordiale scholarship if you are a postgraduate student who can prove your academic success and your interest in consolidating Franco-British links. You must fulfil all the criteria below to be eligible:

			As the scheme is Franco-British you'll be expected to be of French nationality and/or to have completed your higher education in France to bac+3 level
			Have a first degree in sciences or engineering
			You must have excellent English language skills (most UK Higher Education institutions require a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 for admission onto postgraduate courses)
			You must be intending to undertake one year of study or research in the UK that will not contribute to a French doctorate
			You will need an excellent track record illustrating your achievements, both academically and otherwise, and evidence that you will become a leader in your chosen field
			As the scheme is aimed at young professionals at the beginning of their career, you must not be over 35 years old when you apply

The criteria below will be evaluated through applications received and, if short listed, at an interview in Paris:

• Relevant degree – as per disciplines listed above
• Sense of purpose – clear ambitions
• Engages with and motivates others
• Sound judgement/confident decision maker
• Interpersonal effectiveness
• Demonstrates integrity
• Communicates and influences
• Achieves results

What financial support does the EDF Energy-Entente Cordiale scholarship offer?
Each scholarship covers university fees up to a maximum of £6000, plus a contribution towards living costs. The total value of each scholarship normally amounts to £10 000, regardless of the course or institution chosen.

What courses does the scholarship cover?
The scholarship can fund Master's courses, running over a period of twelve months, or one year of a PhD programme. The scholarship is for one year only and is not renewable and must be in the broad disciplines listed above.

What are the benefits of an EDF Energy-Entente Cordiale scholarship?
This is a unique opportunity to be associated with one of the UK's largest energy companies.  Should you be successful in securing a scholarship with EDF Energy, you will benefit from:-

   •    The potential to continue working in an area relevant to electricity (if your research project is linked to the energy sector)

   •    Access to an industry mentor who can offer advice and guidance as you progress with your research project

   •    Opportunity to apply for the company graduate training and development scheme

How do you apply?
You will need to submit the following documents to us:

			EDF Energy – Entente Cordiale application form
			supporting letters from two referees
			photocopies of academic certificates
			transcript/record of exams that you have passed

See below the full application timetable for 2011-2012:

If you need further information about EDF Energy - Entente Cordiale programme please contact us on ententecordiale@britishcouncil.fr

If you would like to know more about EDF Energy, please consult their website at http://www.edfenergy.com