QEST funds the training and education of makers, sustaining vital skills in traditional and contemporary crafts.

QEST Communications Manager Katherine Boyle will lead this session focusing on their scholarship funding, and will be joined by QEST Scholars talking about their own experiences of applying to QEST. The session will conclude with an audience Q&A.

QEST awards scholarships of up to £18,000 to individuals to support craft training, including college courses, vocational training, a series of short courses or one-to-one training with a master craftsperson. Experienced makers from all backgrounds who are looking to further their craft career through training, are over 18, are resident in the UK and intend to practise in the UK after their training, may be eligible to apply.

By attending this session, you’ll gain a stronger understanding of what QEST supports and how to complete a successful application. Their next application round will open from Monday 10 January to Monday 14 February 2022.