British Council opens application for women in STEM scholarships

The British Council, the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities, has announced the opening of applications for the British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM. The programme aims to expand opportunities for women in STEM, strengthen female leadership in science and innovation, and foster a more diverse and gender-representative STEM ecosystem.

There are 25 fully funded postgraduate scholarships available for applicants from South Asia, including India, in partnership with five UK universities – University of Edinburgh, University of Glasgow, University of Manchester, Queen Mary University of London and Brunel University London. The scholarships are designed to support women with strong academic potential who aspire to build careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, develop leadership capabilities, and contribute meaningfully to research, innovation, and development in their home countries.

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Each scholarship is valued at a minimum of £40,000 and offers comprehensive financial support. This includes full tuition fees, living stipends, travel and visa costs, health coverage fees, and English language support where required.