Are you a woman with a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and a passion for your studies? You might qualify for the British Council STEM Scholarship, which offers a fully funded opportunity to pursue a master’s degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics at a leading university in the UK.
The British Council Women in STEM Scholarship covers tuition, living expenses, travel, and health insurance.
This post provides an overview of the scholarship, including eligibility criteria, benefits, participating institutions, and a step-by-step application guide.
British Council STEM Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom (UK)
- Study Abroad Location: UK
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Master’s Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: 28 Selected Countries
- Benefits: Full Scholarship | Stipend | Travel Costs | Health Insurance
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: April 30, 2025
Scholarship Details
Now in its fifth year, the British Council Women in STEM Scholarship, in partnership with UK universities, provides funding for women from eligible countries to pursue a one-year master’s degree in the UK.
This program seeks women with a STEM background who demonstrate financial need and aspire to inspire future generations of women in STEM fields.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, applicants must:
- Identify as women.
- Be available to study in the UK during the academic year September/October 2025–2026.
- Demonstrate a need for financial support.
- Hold an undergraduate degree that qualifies them for one of the designated postgraduate courses in the UK.
- Meet the English language requirements for postgraduate study.
- Have work experience or a proven interest in their STEM field.
- Be passionate about their studies and willing to engage as active alumni of the British Council scholarship program.
Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition fees
- Living stipend
- Travel expenses
- Visa and health insurance coverage
Participating Universities for British Council STEM Scholarship
- Cardiff University
- Cranfield University
- University of Bristol
- University of Glasgow
- University of Manchester
- University of Strathclyde
- Queen Mary University of London
- University of Nottingham
- University of Stirling
- Durham University
- Anglia Ruskin University
- University of Southampton
- University of Edinburgh
and several other partner universities.
Application Process
If interested, follow these steps:
- Visit the scholarship pages of the participating universities.
- Select an eligible program and submit applications for both the scholarship and the program.
Note: The scholarship application deadline is April 30, 2025, but application deadlines for admission vary by institution.
