Women in STEM Scholarship

The scholarship is intended to cover all costs associated with the programme study including:

• Tuition fees for one year taught masters course only.
• Up to 12-months monthly stipend at the rate of £1,347 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 (heavy baggage allowance, etc.)

*Please note evidence will be required for these expenses 

How to apply

Please complete the application form (.pdf) and submit to bcwomeninstem@essex.ac.uk  by 30 April 2024. Successful applicants will be notified on or before 30 June 2024.

Full details

Please read the full terms and conditions before applying for or accepting a scholarship or bursary. They contain important information about eligibility, if you need to complete an application form and how you'll receive your funding.

Women In STEM terms and conditions for 2024-2025 entry. (.pdf)

If you're a current student looking for information about an award you received, see our terms and conditions for previous years.