"The HSSMI Foundation Scholarship offered me a unique opportunity to gain real world experience in sustainable manufacturing within a consulting environment. A highlight was contributing to the 2D and 3D CAD development of a new manufacturing facility, leading to conversations with senior leadership. This experience has solidified my desire to pursue a career in manufacturing, combining engineering design with digital tools through a sustainable approach."

Mohammed Zaid Ullah - MEng Product Design Engineering

"Receiving the scholarship has been an enormous source of support, both financially and personally. It has eased the pressures of student life and allowed me to dedicate more time to developing my technical skills and pursuing projects that align with my interests, such as CAD design, and additive manufacturing. More importantly, the Foundation has provided invaluable guidance and mentorship in exploring potential placements, helping me to build confidence in how I present myself and my abilities to industry."

Ubaid Khan - MEng Product Design Engineering

Empowering Sustainable Manufacturing Through Education

Mission

To promote sustainable manufacturing knowledge and skills by supporting students and connecting industry with emerging talent.

Vision

A thriving UK manufacturing sector driven by sustainability and innovation.

Context

Why it matters

UK manufacturing faces challenges including a skills gap, sustainability pressures, and talent retention.
The sector needs future-ready professionals with sustainability expertise.
The HSSMI Foundation bridges the gap between education and industry.

Aims

Industry impact

Help companies access top-tier talent.
Foster innovation through student-industry collaboration.
Strengthen the UK’s manufacturing ecosystem.

Our scholarship

We are seeking students who are ambitious and are keen to gain new experiences outside the academic curriculum and make a change in society. We are offering the scholarship to 2nd year MEng students on the following courses:

Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Electronic & Computer Systems Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Product Design Engineering

To apply, send your CV and a personal statement explaining why you should be awarded the scholarship to: scholarship@hssmi.org by 30th April 2026.

Our scholarship programme provides

Bursaries

We offer bursaries to high-calibre undergraduate students. This will be £4000 per year support during your study years.

Support

Support students in finding relevant industrial placements. You are guaranteed a paid placement with one of our industrial partners, where you can be a part of cutting-edge projects.

Network

Build an alumni network of future industry leaders. You'll be part of a student scholarship cohort, which will meet regularly for workshops, industry visits, trainings or presentations.

Experience

You will be able to get hands-on experience and insights from industry challenges in the area of sustainable manufacturing.

Collaboration

Collaborate with Loughborough University and other academic institutions.

HSSMI has provided me with the resources and freedom to develop both academically and personally, enabling me to explore a wide range of skills. The scholarship has opened up opportunities and experiences I once thought were out of reach.

Patrick Florida-James

A remarkable experience providing me with an insight into a career in sustainable manufacturing, whilst learning and developing my skills from experts within the sector, aiding me on my desire to make a difference.

George Hair

HSSMI has given me an unparalleled experience by allowing me to be part of their Board of Directors meeting which can't be found in most other placement roles.

Stephen Peach