British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM (2026–27 Academic Year) Fully Funded Master’s Degrees in the UK for Women in STEM

The gender gap in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) remains a persistent global challenge. Women continue to be underrepresented in STEM fields, published less frequently, and face lower pay and fewer leadership opportunities—despite evidence showing they are, on average, eight per cent more productive than their male counterparts.