British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM 2025

The British Council’s Women in STEM Scholarship Programme offers a fantastic opportunity for women from eligible countries to pursue a one-year master’s degree in the UK with full financial support.

Fully Funded Scholarships at Cardiff University

Cardiff University, in collaboration with the British Council, is proud to support this initiative by offering five fully funded scholarships for female students from wider Europe. We are seeking applicants with a background in STEM who require financial assistance and aspire to inspire future generations of women in the field.

Since its launch in 2020, the British Council has awarded over 300 scholarships through this programme in partnership with UK universities and research institutions.

Why More Women in STEM Matters

According to UNESCO, less than 30% of researchers worldwide are women, and only 30% of female students choose STEM-related subjects in higher education. The gender gap is especially noticeable in:

• Information and Communications Technology: 3%
• Natural Sciences, Mathematics, and Statistics: 5%
• Engineering, Manufacturing, and Construction: 8%

Increasing female participation in STEM fields enhances diversity, brings fresh perspectives, and strengthens scientific and industrial advancements.

Eligible Programmes at Cardiff University

This scholarship supports postgraduate students enrolling in selected taught master’s programmes at Cardiff University:

Architecture

• MSc Environmental Design of Buildings
• MA Urban Design

Chemistry

• MSc Medicinal Chemistry
• MSc Chemistry for Sustainability

Computer Science

• MSc Computing
• MSc Computing and IT Management
• MSc Artificial Intelligence
• MSc Natural Language Processing

Earth and Environmental Sciences

• MSc Environmental Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction
• MSc Water, Sustainability, and Climate Change

Engineering

• MSc Building and Infrastructure Information Modelling (BIM) for Smart Engineering
• MSc Civil Engineering
• MSc Civil and Geoenvironmental Engineering
• MSc Engineering Net Zero
• MSc Structural Engineering
• MSc Sustainable Energy and Environment

Eligible Countries

Applicants must be from one of the following countries:

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

Scholarship Benefits

This fully funded scholarship covers all costs associated with studying at Cardiff University, including:

• Full tuition fees
• Monthly stipend (£1,603) for living and accommodation costs
• IELTS exam fees
• Return economy-class flights to the UK
• Visa and health insurance costs

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, applicants must:

• Identify as a woman (cis-gender or trans) or non-binary.
• Hold a passport and be a permanent resident of one of the eligible countries.
• Have completed an undergraduate degree that qualifies for postgraduate study at Cardiff University.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Not have previously studied at degree level or higher in the UK.
• Not receive financial support from other sources for UK studies.
• Meet the English language requirements for the chosen programme.
• Commit to returning to their home country for at least two years after completing the scholarship.
• Show a strong interest and background in STEM through work experience or academic projects.
• Demonstrate a commitment to mentoring and inspiring other women in STEM.
• Be willing to act as a British Council STEM ambassador during and after their studies.

Who is NOT Eligible?

You are not eligible if you:

• Hold dual British citizenship.
• Have previously studied in the UK with government or institutional funding.
• Are an employee (or close relative) of the UK government or British Council.

How to Apply

1. Apply for a relevant master’s programme at Cardiff University.
2. After submitting your academic application, email pse-students@cardiff.ac.uk to access the scholarship application form.

Application Deadline: 30 April 2025 (23:59 UK time)

For more details, visit the official British Council Women in STEM Scholarships webpage.