Available scholarships under the Women in STEM programme administered by the British Council. The programme aims to enhance opportunities for women in the fields of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), strengthen female leadership in science and innovation, and support diversity in this sector.

Programme Details:

• Full one-year postgraduate scholarships for a Master’s degree at leading universities and research institutions in the United Kingdom, targeting women from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

• The scholarship covers (worth at least £40,000 per award):

– Full tuition fees
– Living stipend support
– Travel and visa costs
– Health insurance
– English language support

• Provides the opportunity to study at UK universities with world-class research rankings.

• Offers access to alumni networks and career opportunities to support professional development in STEM fields.

• The programme is now in its sixth year, has partnered with over 43 UK universities, and has awarded around 500 scholarships to date.

Applications are now open for the 2026–2027 academic year.

For more details and to apply for the scholarships, please visit the following link: https://www.britishcouncil.org/study-work-abroad/in-uk/scholarship-women-stem