1 Information on Bapco Overseas Graduate Scholarship Awards 2012

2 Overseas Scholarship Disciplines We seek to recruit scholars for the following disciplines: Engineering including: –Chemical –Petroleum –Electrical –Instrumentation –Mechanical Geology Geophysics Accounting & Finance

3 Potential Scholars – What Were Looking For… A strong interest in one of the stated disciplines and a real passion to pursue this as a future career Excellent English language skills - minimum IELTS score of 6.0 Towjehya students - GPA of 97%+ (For engineering, geology, & geophysics, strong Maths / Sciences) IB students - a minimum of 34 points at diploma level – For engineering/geology/geophysics, Physics / Chemistry / Maths scores of 5+ at the Higher level. For accounting & finance, a Maths score of 5+ at the Higher level. A level students – AAB. For engineering/geology/geophysics, Maths and Chemistry, Physics preferred. For accounting & finance, subjects should include Maths Self starters – young people with enquiring minds – evidence of team playing abilities

4 Scholarships – What We Offer Foundation year (if needed) 3 or 4 year degree programmes UK, USA or Australia at a top university –Newcastle, UK –Nottingham, UK –Durham, UK –Austin, Texas, USA –Melbourne, Australia Internship / Industrial experience during summer periods A job in a challenging working environment - sound career prospects

5 Scholarships – More Details All university fees paid for by Bapco Generous living and utility allowances – to include food, utilities,, internet, books, clothing, local travel Accommodation costs Assistance with laptop purchase One travel ticket to/from Bahrain each year Academic incentive award

6 Scholarships – Your Commitment Work hard to achieve top grades – we expect the best! Regularly communicate your activities and results to Bapco Positively embrace the challenges of overseas living and adapt to university life Participate in the wider aspects of university life – learn new things about yourself Work for Bapco on completion of your degree – this is a contractual commitment

7 During Your Academic Journey We Offer…… Support and encouragement – dedicated mentors from Training and Development and Line Departments Regular contact via phone, and visits Work experience opportunities at Bapco through structured training programmes

8 And Beyond – After You Graduate……… Excellent graduate training and development opportunities at Bapco Coaching from line specialists and from a dedicated Senior Career Development Specialist Excellent career opportunities A challenging and stimulating working environment

9 The Bapco Employment Package – Brief Details A competitive salary, annual review and bonus Excellent savings and pension schemes Subsidised housing loan facilities Healthcare (medical and dental) Recreation facilities A challenging work environment with no chance to get bored – career development opportunities

10 Next Steps Explore the further research web links available on our website and reflect on what you read. Ask yourself the question is this discipline truly what I want to study? Be honest with yourself If you are interested in applying, follow the application process described on our website. Beware of the closing date for applications which is Sunday 5 th February 2012 Be prepared to participate in selection activities during February and March 2012