NEC Women in STEM Academic Advancement Grant

Philanthropic grant funding science and mathematics A-Level course fees for women returning to education to pursue STEM university degrees.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Open to female students aged 19+ returning to higher education
English language proficiency: English B2
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Statement of career ambition in engineering, physics, or computing
Recommendation letters: One reference

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: £1,000 grant per science subject applied directly against course and exam fees
Application fee: £0
Tuition / joining costs: Covers up to full course cost

Dates and verification

Application deadline: July 31, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official National Extension College (NEC Cambridge) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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