2026 University of Essex Women in STEM Scholarship (England Based)

Scholarship Awarding University: 

Type of degree:
Master’s

Scholarship Deadline: 
Applications for this scholarship will end on the .

Scholarship Summary: 
The 2026 Essex Women in STEM scholarship programme, funded by the British Council, provides funding for women from Mexico to complete a one-year master's degree in the UK for an eligible course (find eligible course list in the scholarship link below)

Scholarship Applicant Criteria: 
To be eligible for this award, you will need to:  
  • Be a woman, as defined under UK legislation.
  • Be a permanent resident of, and hold a valid passport or recognised international travel document from, one of the eligible countries listed, and be able to obtain a UK visa using the documentation they hold. 
  • Applicants must agree to return to their country of citizenship or residence for a minimum of two years after the scholarship ends, except in very exceptional circumstances where return would be impossible or unsafe.
  • Meet the entry requirement of the UK Higher Education Institution for the course they apply for, including academic equivalent qualifications and English language proficiency.
  • Have completed all components of an undergraduate degree at the time of submitting the application for the scholarship. Students in the final year of their undergraduate degree may be considered if they will have completed their degree in time for enrolment to the Master’s course in the UK and meet all matriculation requirements.
  • Demonstrate case for financial support. Applicants must not be able to privately fund their UK studies and must not be in receipt of financial support from any other source that duplicates the core benefits of the scholarship. Private savings that can top up the scholarship is permitted.
  • Preference will be given to candidates who have not had any significant international exposure or previously studied in the UK. This includes distance learning at UK universities or study at UK branch campuses abroad.
  • Indicate their preference for course and institution if applying to multiple institutions. 
  • Be motivated and academically able to follow and benefit from a UK postgraduate taught course. 
  • Be active in the STEM field with work experience or with a proven interest in the proposed subject area. 
  • Be willing to contribute to capacity-building and socio-economic advancement in their home country after graduating from the Master’s course in the UK. 
  • Agree to maintain contact with the British Council and act as an ambassador for the UK, and engage with Alumni UK activities during and after their Master’s course in the UK. 
  • Demonstrate a plan and a passion to engage other women and girls in STEM from their home country. 
  • Agree to their personal data being shared with the British Council for assessment and purposes of promotional activity, as a condition of applying for the scholarship. 

Value of Scholarship: 
The Essex Women in STEM Scholarship offers the following benefits;
  • Tuition fees for one-year taught masters course only.
  • Up to 12-months monthly stipend at the rate of £1,731 per month to 
  • support costs of living, including accommodation. 
  • Reimbursement of IELTS fees if taken as part of the University of 
  • Essex application. 
  • Return economy-class travel from home country to UK.
  • Visa application fees.
  • NHS surcharge.
*Please note that there is a funding limit for each scholar.  

Scholarship Application Guide: 
Please complete the and submit to bcwomeninstem@essex.ac.uk  by the deadline. 
  • Successful applicants will be notified on or before 12 June 2026.

Scholarship Website: 
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity the University of Essex Women in STEM Scholarship Page.