A newly established scholarship program will contribute to an increase in the number of women from low- and middle-income countries pursuing postgraduate studies in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines at Oxford University.
The program is made possible by a generous grant from the Optiver Foundation and will support up to thirty taught master’s students over five years.
This initiative is part of the Rhodes Trust’s commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community by leveraging its global network to bring together individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
The Trust encourages open and candid discussions, exchanging ideas, and the development of new and innovative concepts.
Cecil Rhodes, the founder of the Trust, envisioned that his Trustees would adapt his vision to meet the changing needs of the time, and they have indeed expanded the scholarship opportunities, particularly for students from Canada.
Scholarship Overview:
- Open to all international female applicants.
- Studies will take place in the UK
- Supports master’s studies
- The application deadline is 15th December, 2024
Scholarship Benefits:
A grant for living expenses will be provided, and you will be enrolled in the Departments of Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering Science, or the Mathematical Institute.
You will also get complete financial support for all course fees. Additionally, the donation will make it possible to provide you with individualized on-course support, mentorship, and induction activities.
Courses Covered by the Scholarship:
- MSc Mathematical and Theoretical Physics
- MSc Mathematical Modelling and Scientific Computing
- MSc Energy Systems (Engineering Science)
- MSc Statistical Science
- MSc Theoretical and Computational Chemistry
- MSc Advanced Computer Science
- MSc Mathematical Sciences
- MSc Mathematics and Foundations of Computer Science
Criteria for Selection:
A female applicant who is a resident of an eligible nation and wishes to begin an eligible master’s program at Oxford in October 2025 may be eligible for up to six scholarships.
All candidates enrolled in appropriate courses who have declared on their postgraduate application form that they are female will be considered for selection.
Although it need not reflect the applicant’s legal sex, the sex on the application form must correspond with that indicated on identifying documents, such as a passport or visa.
In addition to your legal sex, transgender persons could be eligible to get a passport or visa in a binary sex.
How to Apply:
After you’ve been offered a course, you will be asked to fill out a scholarship application so they can learn more about your financial status and check for any potential underrepresentation or disadvantage.
Based on your academic merit and potential, you will be evaluated for the award by a panel of academic staff members.
A scholarship offer will be sent to you when selected.
As long as you fulfill the requirements of your offer of a spot to study at Oxford, your money is guaranteed if you receive and accept a scholarship.
All successful applicants will be contacted by email.
