The Royal Agricultural University (RAU), with the support of the Elizabeth Creak Charitable Trust, is proud to announce the Clyde Higgs Scholarship 2025. This award offers up to £3,000 to UK students who have secured an offer to study on eligible agriculture-related programmes at RAU. The scholarship is designed to recognise students with a passion for agriculture and proven leadership potential, helping them achieve their academic and career ambitions.
The Royal Agricultural University (RAU), founded in 1845 in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, is the first agricultural college in the English-speaking world. Established to advance education in farming and land management, it has grown into a leading centre for agricultural, food, and rural enterprise studies. Granted a Royal Charter by Queen Victoria, the university has a long tradition of innovation in agriculture and continues to shape future leaders in the farming and agri-business sectors.
Table of Briefs
| Details | Information |
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| Provider | Royal Agricultural University, funded by the Elizabeth Creak Charitable Trust |
| Award Value | Up to £3,000 per annum one year, full-time study |
| Payment Schedule | Paid in 3 instalments – Autumn, Spring, Summer |
| Eligibility | UK students with an offer on eligible courses at RAU |
| Deadline | 12 September 2025 |
| Notification | Applicants informed by end of September 2025 |
Background
The Clyde Higgs Scholarship is made possible through the generosity of the Elizabeth Creak Charitable Trust, an organisation dedicated to supporting agricultural education and innovation. The scholarship is managed by the Royal Agricultural University (RAU), one of the UK’s leading institutions for agricultural studies.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Clyde Higgs Scholarship, applicants must:
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Hold an agreed offer (after 11 June) for one of the eligible RAU programmes BSc, MSc, MBA, PgDip, PgCert, PhD, or research in agriculture-focused areas.
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Be a UK student.
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Demonstrate a genuine passion for agriculture.
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Show leadership potential through academic, professional, or extracurricular activities.
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Provide a reference from a recent school/university tutor or employer family references not accepted.
Benefits
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Value: Up to £3,000 per year for full-time study.
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Part-time students: Awarded a pro-rata percentage of £5,000, divided across the number of study years.
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Duration: One academic year.
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Continuation criteria: Recipients must pass each year at the first attempt. Failure to do so may lead to withdrawal of the scholarship.
Application Process
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Submit Online Application – Complete the official scholarship application form.
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Provide References – Ask your most recent academic tutor or employer to complete the online or PDF reference form.
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Deadline – Applications must be submitted by 6:00 pm, 12 September 2025.
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Notification – Results will be communicated by the end of September 2025 via written confirmation.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 12 September 2025.
Conclusion
The Clyde Higgs Scholarship is an outstanding opportunity for UK students with a strong dedication to agriculture. By reducing financial burdens, it allows future agricultural leaders to focus on academic and professional growth, preparing them to contribute meaningfully to food security, sustainability, and innovation in farming.