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British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM (2023-24)
University Rank:#129
British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM (2023-24)
Available
About
- Funding AmountGBP ( 1236 )
- Funding Durationmonthly
- Apply Date09/01/2024
- GenderFemale
- Destination CountriesUnited Kingdom
- Scholarship TypesPartial Funding, Tuition Fees, Stipend (Allowance)
- Number Of Scholarships5 Scholarship
CitizenshipsCambodia, Indonesia, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam
Study LevelsPhD (Philosophy Doctorate), Master by Research, Master by Course Work, Graduate Diploma, Graduate Certificate, Professional Doctorate
DegreesEngineering, Other
Requirements
Additional Requirements
This year, supported by the British Council, Newcastle University is delighted to announce five fully funded scholarships for female students from Southeast Asia interested in pursuing master's studies. Each of these scholarships cover full tuition fees, monthly stipends, a return economy class ticket and other study-related costs such as IELTS exam fee, visa application, NHS surcharge and study materials. To be eligible for the British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM, you must:
- Be a woman.
- Be a passport holder and permanent resident of one of the following eligible countries: Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam.
- Have applied to study an eligible postgraduate programme at the UK university listed above, before your application to British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM can be considered.
- Have completed all components of an undergraduate degree that will enable you to gain entry onto a postgraduate programme at a UK university partner by the time you submit your application and be due to start your postgraduate programme in the UK during 2023.
- Have not previously studied at degree level or higher in the UK or lived recently in the UK.
- Meet the English language requirement of the UK university partner.
- Demonstrate case for financial support.
- Return to your country of citizenship for a minimum of two years after your scholarship award has ended.
Selection Process
We are looking for women with a background in STEM, who can demonstrate their need for financial support and who wish to inspire future generations of women to pursue careers in STEM.
How to Apply
You are also required to show in your application form that:
You are active in the field with work experience or with a proven interest in the programme area you are applying for.
You are willing to demonstrate future contribution to capacity-building and socio-economic advancement through the benefits achieved after graduating from UK higher education and returning your home country.
You can demonstrate a plan and passion to engage other women and girls in STEM from your home country.
Your personal data being shared with the British Council as a condition of applying for the bursary.
If you are awarded a scholarship, you agree to maintain contact with the British Council and act as an ambassador for the UK and engage with activities as part of a British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM alumnus during and after your study in the UK. Any involvement in these activities during your study in the UK will take up no more than five hours per term.
Applications must be submitted using the application form. Other applications will not be accepted.