Student Bursary Application

Aims:
The LPS exists to promote, for the public benefit, education and knowledge in the scientific and technical aspects of formation evaluation.

The LPS student bursary seeks to reward post-graduate Earth Science students at English or Welsh universities who take a special interest in Petrophysics in their studies by providing some financial support.

How much;
The bursary is for £500 per student per year.

Who can apply: Any post-graduate students, studying Earth Science or Petroleum Engineering at an English or Welsh university who is taking a special interest in Petrophysics in their studies.

Application:
Please answer the following questions in a Word document and email to;
Jonathan Hall; LPS Vice President External Relations; (jonathan.hall@synergyltd.com)
and copy to Mike Millar; LPS Treasurer; (mike.millar@petro-canada.com).

1. Please outline how petrophysics forms part of your current studies (up to 150 words)

2. What contribution does petrophysics make to the commercial success of the oil and gas exploration and production business? (up to 150 words)

3. What are three major challenges that face a petrophysicist in their daily work? (up to 100 words per challenge)

4. Please provide a concise CV outlining your current studies, education history, employment history and hobbies and interests

Awards are decided by the LPS Executive Committee on the merit of each application. LPS funds are limited and an application is no guarantee of an award.

Follow-up:
If you are successful in receiving a Bursary, we would like to you to keep in touch. The LPS requests that you send the committee a concise report on how the money has aided your studies. You might consider a more detailed report for publication on the LPS website, or presentation at an LPS technical meeting.