The Women in STEM Scholarship Programme 2025, organized by the British Council in collaboration with top UK universities and research institutions, provides a transformative opportunity for women from eligible countries to pursue a one-year master’s degree in the UK.
Empowering Women Through Education
Since its inception in 2020, the programme has awarded over 300 scholarships, bridging the gender gap in science and technology and empowering women to become leaders in their fields. The initiative addresses alarming statistics highlighted by UNESCO, where:
- Less than 30% of the world’s researchers are women.
- Female enrolment in STEM fields remains critically low globally:
- Information and Communications Technology – 3%
- Natural Science, Mathematics, and Statistics – 5%
- Engineering, Manufacturing, and Construction – 8%
By increasing the representation of women in STEM, the programme fosters workforce diversity, innovation, and enhanced outcomes for organizations and industries.
Scholarship Benefits
The Women in STEM Scholarship Programme offers:
- Full tuition fee coverage for a one-year master’s degree at participating UK institutions.
- Financial support for living expenses, visa fees, and health insurance.
- Access to networking opportunities with experts and researchers in STEM fields.
- Professional development and career advancement workshops.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
1# Nationality: Be a citizen of an eligible country. Cardiff University accepts applications from:
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- Albania
- Azerbaijan
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Kazakhstan
- Kosovo
- Montenegro
- North Macedonia
- Serbia
- Turkey
- Uzbekistan
2# Academic Background: Hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant STEM field.
3# Commitment: Demonstrate a commitment to promoting gender equality in STEM in their home country upon completion of the programme.
Application Deadline
The application period for the Women in STEM Scholarship Programme 2025 is now open here (https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/international/funding-and-fees/international-scholarships/british-council-scholarships-for-women-in-stem-2025) with its application deadline of April 30, 2025.
