British Council announces Women in STEM Scholarship at leading UK Universities

British Council announces Women in STEM scholarship for young women to study for a Masters's degree at 21 leading UK Universities in STEM fields. Candidates having a bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics may apply for the scholarship.  

The British Council has launched this scholarship program in partnership with 21 UK universities. The scholarship program is aimed at benefiting women from the Americas, South Asia, East Asia, western Balkans, central Asia, Brazil, Egypt, Mexico, and Turkey.  women with a background in STEM, who can demonstrate their need for financial support and who wish to inspire future generations of women to pursue careers in STEM.

Eligibility criteria for the Women in STEM Scholarship

Female candidates fulfilling the following eligibility criteria may apply for British Council Women in STEM scholarship to study in leading UK Universities:

• Ready to start education in the UK from September/October 2023 – 2024
• In need of financial support
• 16 years undergraduate degree or completed all components of Ph.D. in the last three years (for Early Academic Fellowships)
• English Proficiency
• Work experience and interest in the subject area
• are passionate about their course of study and are willing to engage as committed British Council scholarship alumni 

British Council Scholarship for Young Women in STEM Fields covers

• Tuition fees
• Stipend
• Travel costs
• Visa and health coverage fees
• Special support for mothers
• English language support

How to apply for the Women in STEM Scholarship

Interested candidates must apply directly to the partner universities. The list of partner universities is available at British Council’s website. Applicants can apply to more than one university.

The deadline for different universities will be different, hence check the deadline of your preferred institution and apply in time.