BRITISH COUNCIL (ADMINISTERED BY BRUNEL UNIVERSITY OF LONDON)
British Council Women in STEM Scholarships
full · masters
- 5 fully funded places (Brunel, 2026/2027)Awards offered
- Full tuition + ~£18,000 stipend (est.)Funding value
- 12 monthsMaintenance period
- 4 eligible countriesMalaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Vietnam
- 6 eligible MSc coursesSTEM subjects at Brunel
- Women onlyGender eligibility
At a glance
full
Funding
€45k
Max amount
Apr 10, 2027
Deadline
Malaysia
Country
British Council (administered by Brunel University of London)
Provider
The British Council Women in STEM Scholarships fund women from selected countries to study a one-year MSc in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics at universities across the United Kingdom. At Brunel University of London the programme awards 5 fully funded places for the 2026/2027 intake to female nationals and residents of Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, and Vietnam. The award pays full tuition, a monthly maintenance stipend for up to 12 months, return economy-class airfare, the IELTS exam fee for scholars without a valid English test, and visa, insurance, and NHS surcharge costs. Eligible MSc courses at Brunel include Flood and Coastal Engineering, Water and Environmental Engineering, Sustainable Electrical Power, Public Health and Health Promotion, Mechanisms and Therapy in Cancer, and Artificial Intelligence. Applicants must hold a relevant undergraduate degree, demonstrate financial need, and commit to returning home for at least 2 years after the programme. Because the number of awards, the stipend rate, and the closing date are reset each cycle, confirm the exact current-cycle figures and deadlines on the official British Council and Brunel University of London pages before you apply.
What's covered
- Full tuition fees — 100 percent of the international MSc tuition fee for the one-year programme is covered; the international fee for these courses is typically about £22,000 (est.).
- Monthly stipend — A monthly maintenance stipend is paid for up to 12 months toward accommodation and living costs, totalling roughly £18,000 (est.) across the year.
- Return airfare — One return economy-class flight between the scholar's home country and the United Kingdom.
- IELTS exam fee — The cost of the IELTS or accepted English test is reimbursed for scholars who do not already hold a valid test result.
- Visa and health costs — Student visa fees and the NHS immigration health surcharge, plus insurance costs, are covered.
How to apply
Apply in two stages: first secure a place on an eligible MSc, then submit the scholarship application form by the deadline.
- Apply for an eligible MSc — Apply for one of the listed one-year MSc courses at Brunel University of London through UCAS or the Brunel online application portal.
- Secure an offer — Obtain an unconditional firm offer for your chosen course by the published offer date for the 2026/2027 intake.
- Complete the scholarship form — Fill in the British Council Women in STEM scholarship application form, including a statement explaining why you should be awarded the scholarship.
- Demonstrate need and commitment — Provide evidence of financial need and confirm your commitment to return to your home country for at least two years after graduation.
- Submit before the deadline — Submit the completed scholarship form before 11:59 PM UK time on the closing date; late applications are not considered.
Eligibility
GenderOpen to female applicants only.
Nationality and residenceMust be a national and resident of Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, or Vietnam; dual citizens are not eligible.
AdmissionMust secure an unconditional firm offer for one of the eligible one-year full-time MSc courses at Brunel by the stated date.
Fee statusMust be classified as an international student for tuition fee purposes.
Financial needMust demonstrate genuine financial need and not already hold other UK study funding.
Not eligible: part-time, distance, or online students; undergraduate applicants; employees, former employees, or close relatives of the British Council or UK Government bodies; and previous holders of a UK Government-funded or UK institutional scholarship.
Eligible countries
Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Vietnam
Deadlines
2026/2027 MSc intake~10 April 2026 (est.)
Selection
Brunel University of London assesses eligible applicants on academic merit, the strength of the personal statement, demonstrated financial need, engagement in their STEM field through study or work experience, and commitment to contributing to capacity-building in their home country. Information from successful applications is shared with the British Council, and scholars are expected to engage as British Council alumni.
Verified sources
- British Council Women in STEM scholarshipsbritishcouncil.orgofficial
- Brunel University of London Scholarshipsbrunel.ac.ukofficial
About the provider
The British Council is the United Kingdom's international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities, operating in over 100 countries. Its Women in STEM programme partners with UK universities such as Brunel University of London, a public research university in west London, to fund women from selected countries to study postgraduate STEM courses.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who can apply for the British Council Women in STEM Scholarship at Brunel?
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Female nationals and residents of Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, or Vietnam who secure an offer for an eligible one-year MSc and can show financial need.
How many scholarships are available?
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Brunel University of London offers 5 fully funded places for the 2026/2027 intake; confirm the exact number on the official page.
Is the scholarship fully funded?
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Yes. It covers full tuition, a monthly stipend for up to 12 months, return airfare, IELTS fee, and visa, insurance, and NHS surcharge costs.
How much is the stipend?
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A monthly maintenance stipend is paid for up to 12 months, totalling roughly £18,000 (est.) over the year; confirm the current rate officially.
Which courses are eligible?
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Six one-year MSc courses at Brunel, including Flood and Coastal Engineering, Water and Environmental Engineering, Sustainable Electrical Power, Public Health and Health Promotion, Mechanisms and Therapy in Cancer, and Artificial Intelligence.
Can men apply?
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No. The scholarship is open to female applicants only.
Are part-time or online students eligible?
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No. Only full-time, on-campus students on the listed MSc courses are eligible.
Do I need an English test before applying?
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You must meet the course English requirement, but the IELTS exam fee is reimbursed for scholars who do not already hold a valid test result.
Is there a separate scholarship application?
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Yes. You first apply for the MSc, then complete a separate scholarship application form with a personal statement.
What happens after I graduate?
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You must return to your home country for at least two years after completing the programme and engage as a British Council scholarship alumna.
When is the deadline?
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The scholarship closes around 10 April 2026 (est.) at 11:59 PM UK time for the 2026/2027 intake; verify the exact date officially.
Where do I confirm the official details?
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On the British Council Women in STEM scholarships page and the Brunel University of London scholarships page, which publish the binding criteria and deadlines.