Fully Funded UK Opportunity: British Council Women in STEM Scholarship 2026 (Cardiff University)

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Summary:

The British Council Women in STEM Scholarship 2026, in partnership with Cardiff University, offers fully funded Master’s degrees in the UK for women from eligible countries. It covers tuition, stipend (~£20,780), travel, visa, and more. However, this specific Cardiff offer is ONLY for applicants from Mexico. Candidates must have a STEM background, financial need, and a strong commitment to empowering women in STEM.

Scholarship Name

British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM 2026

Host / University / Organization

• British Council
• Cardiff University

Level of Study

• Postgraduate (Master’s Degree – 1 year)

Value / Benefits

Fully funded, including:

• Full tuition fees
• Monthly stipend (~£20,780/year)
• IELTS exam fees
• Return flight to the UK
• Visa + insurance + additional costs

Eligible Countries

• For this Cardiff University offer: ONLY Mexico 🇲🇽

Eligible Courses (STEM Fields)

Includes programmes in:

• Computer Science (AI, NLP, Computing)
• Engineering (Civil, Structural, Net Zero, Energy)
• Environmental Sciences
• Chemistry
• Architecture

Eligibility Criteria

You must:

• Be a female applicant (as defined by UK law)
• Be a citizen/permanent resident of an eligible country (Mexico for this one)
• Have a STEM background (degree or experience)
• Meet academic + English requirements
• Show financial need (can’t self-fund)
• Be willing to return home for at least 2 years after study
• Show passion for promoting women in STEM
• Have little or no prior international study experience (preferred)

Not Eligible If You:

• Hold British citizenship
• Previously studied in the UK on a UK-funded scholarship
• Work for (or are related to someone working for) UK government or British Council

Application Deadline

• Not explicitly stated (varies by programme)
  Apply as early as possible after securing admission

How to Apply

1. Apply for an eligible Master’s programme at Cardiff University
2. Once admitted, apply for the scholarship through the university/British Council process

Additional Notes / Requirements

• You must act as a STEM ambassador after graduation
• Strong focus on impact in your home country
• You’ll join the British Council alumni network
• Preference for candidates without international exposure

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM 2026