Scholarship Awarding University:
Type of degree:
Bachelor’s
Scholarship Deadline:
Applications for this scholarship will end on the
Scholarship Summary:
The British Council has launched a scholarship programme in partnership with the University of Stirling aimed at benefiting women from eligible countries. This scholarship is open to women who are pursuing a postgraduate degree within eligible subjects and who can demonstrate their need for financial support, motivated to inspire future generations of women to pursue careers in STEM.
Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:
i. be or identify as a woman;
ii. be a passport holder and permanent resident of one of the eligible countries listed below, and be able to obtain a UK visa using the documentation you hold;
- Brunei Darussalam
- Cambodia
- Lao PDR
- Malaysia
- Myanmar
- The Philippines
- Singapore
- Viet Nam
- Timor-Leste
iii. have applied and received an offer to study an eligible course at the University of Stirling (find full course list in the scholarship link below);
iv. have completed an undergraduate degree that will allow you to meet the academic requirements of the University of Stirling for the degree programme you apply for before you submit your scholarship application;
v. have not previously studied at degree level or higher in the UK or lived recently in the UK. Distance learning at a UK university or study at a UK branch campus in another country will also be considered as studying in the UK;
vi. be available to start academic studies in the UK by the start of the UK academic year in September 2026;
vii. meet the English language requirement of the University of Stirling for the degree programme you apply for;
viii. demonstrate a need for financial support;
ix. not be in receipt of financial support or funding towards your study programme in the UK from any other source and not be able to privately fund your UK studies;
x. demonstrate a plan and a passion to engage other women and girls in STEM from your home country;
xi. agree to return to your country of citizenship for a minimum of two years after your scholarship award has ended
Value of Scholarship:
The scholarship covers the full costs associated with study at the University of Stirling, including tuition fees, living costs, travel costs, equipment and study costs. Five awards are available for the 2026/27 academic year.
Full details below:
- Tuition fees
- Up to 12 months monthly stipend at the rate of £1,732 per month, to cover costs of living, including accommodation.
- IELTS exam fee (for scholars without a valid test of English).
- Return economy-class travel from home country to UK.
- Study-related costs, such as essential travel, materials, equipment, thesis printing etc.
- Visa and insurance / NHS surcharge costs.
- Ad hoc costs (for example: heavy baggage allowance).
Scholarship Application Guide:
To be considered for this scholarship,
i. You must first submit an application for admission to the University of Stirling.
- Please be aware that after submitting your academic application, it may take up to five working days to receive an admissions decision. It is strongly recommended to apply well in advance of the scholarship deadline.
ii. Complete the by the deadline
Scholarship Website:
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the University of Stirling British Council Women in STEM Scholarship Page.