Are you a woman with a degree or background in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) who is passionate about your studies? If yes, you could secure a scholarship to study for your master’s degree at one of the prominent UK universities in a STEM field. British Council, in partnership with UK universities, offers master’s scholarship programs in the academic year 2024-25 to benefit women from the Americas, South Asia, East Asia, Central Asia, Wider Europe, and ASEAN countries to undertake a degree in STEM. Women who demonstrate financial need and aspire to inspire future generations to study STEM are eligible for this scholarship.

Quick Details

Application Deadline: Vary depending on the institution (the earliest deadline is late March, and the latest is 30 April 2026)

Study Location: United Kingdom (UK)

Provider: British Council

Host Institutions: UK Participating Universities

Duration: 1 year

Start of the Program: September/October

Number of Scholarships: 90 in 2026

Gender: Female only

Eligible Countries: Americas, East Asia, Central Asia, Wider Europe, and ASEAN Countries

Benefits of the British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM

Each scholarship worth at least  £40,000 and offers wide-ranging support, such as:

• Access to high-quality education –  UK universities are among the world’s top universities in STEM.
• Tuition fees
• Stipend for living
• Travel expense
• Visa and health coverage fees
• English language support (IELTS Fee)

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants meeting the following requirements are qualified:

• Applicants must identify as a woman
• Can enroll in a course of study in the UK in the intended academic year
• Hold a passport and permanent residency in eligible countries
• Meet the UK Higher Education Institution’s entry requirements
• Completed undergraduate degree or pending final awards
• Demonstrate financial need
• Not receiving funding from other sources
• Limited international exposure
• No previous UK degree or recent UK residency
• Specify course and institution preference
• Meet English language requirements
• Academically capable of postgraduate study
• Relevant work experience or interest in the subject area
• Committed to capacity-building in the home country
• Maintain contact with the British Council
• Act as an ambassador for the UK and engage in activities
• Plan to engage women and girls in STEM
• Consent to data sharing for assessment and promotion
• Return to the home country for at least two years after scholarship

Countries Eligible

The following are the countries that are eligible to apply for the 2026-2027 British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM:

Scholarship Allocation by Region

Americas

Total Scholarships Available: 20
(Five per university)

Supported Cohorts:

• Cardiff University and University of Essex cohorts are supported by Fundación Coppel and COPOCYT.

• Additional eligibility criteria apply for some Americas scholarships.

Eligible Countries & Universities

Brazil
You may apply to:

• Aston University
• University of Warwick

Mexico
You may apply to:

• Cardiff University
• University of Essex

East Asia

Total Scholarships Available: 20

Distribution:

• Cranfield University – 6 scholarships
• Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine – 5 scholarships
• University of Stirling – 5 scholarships
• University of Bristol – 4 scholarships

Supported Cohorts:

• Cranfield University and University of Stirling are co-funded by the British Council and the UK Mission to ASEAN.
• University of Bristol is supported by the Sir Shiu Kin Tang Educational Trust.

Eligible Countries & Universities

Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Laos PDR, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Timor-Leste
You may apply to:

• Cranfield University
• Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine
• University of Stirling

Indonesia

• Cranfield University
• Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine

Malaysia

• University of Stirling

Thailand
You may apply to:

• Cranfield University
• Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine

Viet Nam
You may apply to:

• University of Stirling

Hong Kong
You may apply to:

• University of Bristol
  Additional eligibility criteria apply.

South Asia

Total Scholarships Available: 25
(Five per university)

Eligible Countries

• India
• Bangladesh
• Nepal
• Sri Lanka
• Pakistan

Participating Universities

Applicants may apply to:

• Brunel University of London
• University of Edinburgh
• University of Glasgow
• University of Manchester
• Queen Mary University of London

Middle East and North Africa

Total Scholarships Available: 10
(Five per university)

Eligible Country

• Egypt

Participating Universities

Applicants may apply to:

• Imperial College London
• London South Bank University

Wider Europe

Total Scholarships Available: 15
(Five per university)

Eligible Countries

• Albania
• Azerbaijan
• Bosnia and Herzegovina
• Kazakhstan
• Kosovo
• Montenegro
• North Macedonia
• Serbia
• Turkey
• Uzbekistan

Participating Universities

Applicants may apply to:

• University of Bath
• University of Bradford
• Durham University

Who is NOT Eligible?

The following people are not eligible for the 2024-25 British Council Scholarships:

• Hold dual British citizenship.
• Are an employee, former employee, or relative of His Majesty’s Government or British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM.
• Currently receive financial support or funding for study in the UK from any other source.
• Previously studied in the UK with funding from UK government-funded or institutional scholarships/bursaries.

Evaluation Process

A coordinated selection panel between the Higher Education Institutions (HEI) and the British Council will choose the bursary recipients. Applicants will hear directly from the respective university on their application results.

How do you apply for the British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM?

Please follow these steps and guides for a successful application:

• Multiple applications are allowed; apply separately to each institution.
• Deadlines vary by institution; check carefully.
• Ensure eligibility requirements are met before applying.
• The university will inform you about the application status.
• Contact the respective university for course-related queries.
• Email WomenInStem.Scholarships@britishcouncil.org or the British Council for scholarship inquiries if university contact is not found.
• Submit applications directly to Higher Education Institutions.

Refer to the British Council website for further information and details. You may also find the list of eligible countries, available courses, and participating universities on the BC website. Also, review the FAQs for any questions you have.

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