- Do you have a basic knowledge of a foreign language (Minimum GCSE / A level)?
- Do you want to work in the export trade or related service industry?
- Would you like to spend time abroad, studying the language, learning the customs and gaining valuable experience to help you with your chosen career?
- Would you keep in contact with the Foundation during your time abroad by sending monthly reports, blogs and electronic postcards (written in your chosen language and English) detailing your activities and achievements?
Applications for Scholarships are invited from natural-born British citizens over the age of 18
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Thursday, 17 April 225
CANDIDATE INTERVIEWS: Interviews will be held on Tuesday, 20 May 2025 between 11am – 3pm (if your application is progressed to the next stage, you must be available for a Zoom video interview on this date).
Successful candidates would receive:-
- A financial Award ranging from £500 up to £2,000 towards living expenses
- Possible assistance with travel costs (up to £500) – individually assessed
- An opportunity to improve language skills and learn new customs
- Experience living abroad whilst studying a foreign language
- Gain valuable experience to assist in a chosen career
- An individually assessed application by the John Speak Committee
