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Interested in finding out more about a career in science, technology, engineering or maths (STEM)? Our bursaries give you the chance to do just that.

Whether you are committed to becoming a research scientist, or would simply like to find out more about what these diverse subjects can offer you, our bursaries are designed to give you a worthwhile summer experience, and the opportunity to be among the next generation of science, technology, engineering and mathematics professionals. Our schemes give you the chance to work in leading scientific industries, research institutes and UK universities during your summer holiday.

The Foundation has just launched a new Facebook site for all those participating in Undergraduate or School bursary projects this summer. Click here to join. Remember you need to log in to Facebook in order to join the group.


The Schools and Colleges Bursaries are for students in their first year of an advanced or higher-level STEM course. The scheme gives them the opportunity to join a real research project with practising scientists in any STEM area. Projects run for four to six weeks in the summer vacation and students receive a £75 a week bursary.

Undergraduate Research Bursaries are for those considering STEM research as a career. They enable students in the middle years of their degree to take part in a defined research project for six to eight weeks of the summer vacation. Students receive a bursary of £175 a week (£185 London).

Last Updated Fri, 8 August 2008