Are you a motivated student who is a woman with a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field? A prestigious UK institution may offer you a scholarship to pursue a master’s degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
Worldwide, the percentage of female students enrolled in fields such as information and communications technology (3%), natural science, mathematics, and statistics (5%), and engineering, manufacturing, and construction (8%), is notably low.
Increasing the number of women in STEM fields through education, training, and employment can improve scientific and financial results, diversify the workforce, bring in a range of viewpoints and ideas, and provide businesses a competitive advantage.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
They are looking for women who:
- can take up a course of study in the UK for the academic year from September/October 2024–2025.
- can demonstrate a need for financial support.
- have an undergraduate degree that will enable them to gain access onto one of the pre-selected postgraduate courses at a UK university (for master’s level).
- can attain the level of English required for postgraduate study at a UK university.
- are active in the field with work experience or a proven interest in their subject area.
- are passionate about their course of study and are willing to engage as committed British Council scholarship alumni.
BENEFITS
In addition to the prestige of studying at a renowned UK university, the scholarship covers:
- Full tuition fees
- Living stipend
- Travel costs
- Visa and health coverage fees
- Refund of an IELTS English language test, if needed.
APPLICATION
- You can make more than one application, but you will need to apply through each institution separately.
- Deadlines for applications for master’s scholarships: These vary depending on the institution. Please check the deadlines with your chosen institution carefully to avoid any disappointment.
- Please ensure you check and meet all the eligibility requirements before applying.
- After submitting an application, you will next hear directly from the university about the status of your application.
Apply through the OFFICIAL LINK
