2026/2027 British Council Women in STEM Postgraduate Scholarships in UK – Fully Funded

Location: United Kingdom

Program: Postgraduate (Master’s Degree)

Eligibility: International Students

Duration: 1 year

Deadline: Not Specified

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The British Council Women in STEM Scholarships 2026–2027 is a highly competitive, fully funded program established to tackle the underrepresentation of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). It offers talented women from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds the opportunity to pursue one-year master’s degree programs at leading universities and research institutions across the UK. Despite evidence showing that women are, on average, eight percent more productive than their male counterparts, they remain significantly underrepresented in STEM fields—occupying fewer positions in the workforce and research teams, publishing less frequently, earning lower pay, and seldom reaching leadership roles.

Through partnerships with 43 top UK universities, this scholarship initiative aims to expand educational access for women in STEM, cultivate female leadership in science and innovation, and foster a more inclusive, gender-balanced global STEM community. Since its launch, the program has awarded 493 scholarships over six consecutive years, granting recipients the opportunity to study at some of the world’s most prestigious science and research institutions. The experience empowers scholars to advance their STEM careers and contribute to research, innovation, and development within their home countries.

Benefits of the Scholarship

This scholarship provides comprehensive support including:

Total scholarship value of €40,000

Full tuition fees coverage.
Living stipend (although accommodation costs may be deducted if staying on campus).
Travel costs (return airfare).
Visa fees coverage.
Health coverage fees.
English language support.
Access to world-leading science and research universities in the UK.
Career enhancement opportunities in STEM fields.
Exposure to UK’s renowned STEM expertise.
Long-lasting alumni network platform to connect with UK alumni.
Other benefits

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

Be or identify as a woman.
Be a passport holder and permanent resident of the eligible country.
Be able to take up a full-time course of study in the UK for academic year.
Have an undergraduate degree that enables access to one of the pre-selected postgraduate courses at a UK university.
Can demonstrate a need for financial support
Can attain the level of English required for postgraduate study at a UK university.
Be active in the field with work experience or proven interest in the subject area.
Be passionate about their course of study and willing to engage as committed British Council scholarship alumni.
Not have previously studied at degree level or higher in the UK or lived recently in the UK
Not be able to privately fund UK studies.
Not be in receipt of financial support or funding towards study program in the UK from any other source.
Have completed all components of undergraduate degree at the time of applying for the scholarship.
Must meet entry requirements for the program applied for, including academic equivalents and English language.

Note: Kindly check the official website for full and complete requirements

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Selection Criteria

The British Council Women in STEM scholarship selection process evaluates candidates based on comprehensive criteria developed by the British Council and participating UK universities. Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence through their undergraduate degree qualifications and ability to meet entry requirements for their chosen master’s program.