Frequently Asked Questions

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Scholarship Season is open from October to 31st January annually. Successful applicants are announced in March/April

What are the requirements for earning a scholarship?

All applications will be assessed individually by the CSF trustees. As a general rule, preference will be given to applicants who meet the following criteria:

Reasonable use for scholarship funds, for example, course fees, educational resources, travel expenses associated with study or study tours.
Focus of studies on ornamental horticulture, especially with an emphasis on the bedding, container, pot plant and cut flower sectors.
Seeking to make a career in the field of commercial or production ornamental horticulture.
Show demonstrable talent, as evidenced by grades achieved and by tutors’ assessments.

Financial need will also be taken into account.

How much does a scholarship pay?

Scholarship award payments vary from around £500 up to £4,500, depending on the scholarship. See the individual scholarship pages for full details.

What are the conditions of any scholarship?

By applying for a CSF scholarship you affirm that you give permission for your basic personal details, the details of your course, placements and horticultural ambitions to be published on the CSF and in any promotional material.

On our notification to you of any scholarship award we will require a written acceptance from you of the award and a brief detail expanding the goals set out in your initial application as to how you propose to spend the bursary.

In addition to assist with media communications we will requires a good quality photo of yourself and a written response to your success by way of a quote.

On completion of your current course year for which the scholarship has been awarded you agree to provide us with a written and photographic report highlighting your work and demonstrating use of your funding.

Prior to and following this, we do not insist on regular communication, but are always pleased to receive updates and feedback from you on your progress, successes and tribulations. Your updates are always valuable and can assist us in building profile. Furthermore, if we can help with further guidance and support we would be pleased to seek to help you.

How do I apply for a trip bursary?

Support is given for educational group trips that promote the learning of commercial horticulture production.

A group of students or a college tutor may apply to be considered for a group trip. You may do this at any point in the year, but it is advisable to get your request in as early as possible.

Please complete the Trip Bursary application form online.

An individual wishing to travel to broaden their horticultural knowledge could apply for The Robert Tannahill Travel Scholarship.

How do I offer a Sponsored Scholarship?

Sponsored Scholarships are funded by private horticultural companies and organisations who have a desire to support students with a specific interest in a given area of horticulture.

The Foundation is also willing to act as an umbrella organisation for individuals who would like to set up a memorial-sponsored scholarship for someone who has made a significant contribution to our industry. If you would like to offer a sponsored scholarship please contact us at info@colegraveseabrookfoundation.org.uk

Does CSF accept donations?

You can help us to support the next generation of horticulturists through a one off donation or a fundraising initiative, such as a percentage of the sales of a plant. Or you might be interested in offering your own Company Sponsored Scholarship to invest in your business interest or Memorial Sponsored Scholarship for someone who has made a significant contribution to our industry. To donate use the ‘How to Donate’ How to Donate – Colegrave Seabrook Foundation button on this page or to offer a scholarship please contact us at info@colegraveseabrookfoundation.org.uk

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