RS Student Project Fund | SPAIN 2026
Are you a student working on an engineering or innovation project that needs a boost? The RS Student Project Fund is your chance to bring your creative ideas to life. Whether you work solo or in a small team, we’re here to help you make amazing things happen.
What's on Offer?
The winners will receive a discount of €1000 when placing an order above €1250 (VAT not included) at RS Online (https://es.rs-online.com).
These resources will help turn your project into a reality!
Who Can Apply?
This competition is open to anyone living in Spain, who fulfils ALL of the following criteria:
- Aged 18 and over as of the date of entry
- Registered member of RS DesignSpark
- Enrolled in a full/part-time university-level academic engineering or technology-related programme
Please note:
Formula Student teams are not eligible for this fund. They have a separate opportunity via the Formula Student Build Fund, which launched on 5th of November 2025.
How it works
Selection Criteria
Our team of reviewers will be looking for the following:
1. Impact of Work on Chosen Area/Topic (30%)
- How well does the project address a critical problem or opportunity in the chosen area or topic?
- Does the project introduce new ideas, solutions, or approaches that could advance the field?
- What is the expected short-term and long-term impact of the work in its chosen domain?
2. Vision of How the Fund Will Help You (20%)
- Has the applicant identified specific equipment needed for the project?
- How effectively will the funding be used to enhance the project’s success?
- Does the applicant present a realistic plan for using the funds and resources in a way that contributes meaningfully to the project’s progress?
3. How Having Physical Products Will Enhance the Project (20%)
- How critical are physical products (e.g. prototypes, tools, equipment) to the success of the project?
- Does the applicant clearly demonstrate how having physical products will enhance the development or execution of the project?
- Will the access to these products significantly contribute to achieving the project's key milestones?
4. Consideration of the Wider Impact on People, Planet, and Product Life Cycle (30%)
- Has the applicant considered the broader impact of their project on people and the planet, including ethical and societal implications?
- How well does the project address environmental sustainability, including resource use, product life cycle, and long-term impact?
- Does the applicant demonstrate a thoughtful and comprehensive understanding of how their project fits within a wider context, beyond immediate technical goals?
Why Enter?
- Tools You Need: Get a €1000 discount when placing an order above €1250 (VAT not included) - spend on the tools and components you need for your project!
- Share Your Journey: Create videos and showcase your work!
- Enhance Your Career: Make a mark by demonstrating your innovation, and expand your network!
At RS, we are dedicated to building the skills of the next generation of engineers.
We understand the challenges young engineers face in pursuing their passions and turning ideas into reality. That's why we offer this fund—to support your efforts and help you thrive in your engineering journey.
Ready to Get Started?
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to bring your project to life. Apply today!
FAQs
I am working on a project outside my university studies can I apply?
The Student Project Fund is there to support university students to become work-ready by gaining practical skills as they complete their projects. If you are working on a personal unassessed project alongside your studies you are eligible to apply provided you meet ALL the other requirements.
Does it matter if I am a team or an individual?
Project teams or individual innovators are equally eligible to apply! Please let us know which one you are in the application.
I am part of Formula Student, can I apply for this fund?
If you are a Formula Student team, there is a separate sponsorship fund for you to apply for which will launch on November 5th, 2025./p>
I am not studying at a university in Spain, can I still apply?
Unfortunately not but other parts of the world have their own funds throughout the year, and will be added here.
Am I eligible for the funding if I applied in the previous editions of the RS Student Project Fund with the same project?
Yes, you can apply again with the same project, but you must clearly show the project’s progress or development since your previous application.
What should I include in my project submission?
Please use the selection criteria, and the questions in the application form to help you structure your project submission. We are looking for the impact of your project, the vision of how the fund will help you, the impact of physical products, and sustainability considerations.
Can I choose to receive cash instead of products from RS?
No, the prize is only available as products from the RS Online store. You'll be able to choose the tools and components you need, but we don’t offer cash as an alternative.
I have another question, who can I ask?
Contact Sara or Stephany from our team at marketing.spain@rs.rsgroup.com, who will be able to help you.
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