Women in Mining UK Scholarship 2026
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and the CSM Trust are delighted to offer two ?15,000 scholarships for exceptional female students enrolling in 2026 on a mining-related course.
The scholarships will be awarded at the panel’s discretion to the applicants considered most deserving of the award. The successful candidates will be expected to take part in activities to promote women in mining.
The scholarships can only be awarded to female students who have an offer of a place to study at Camborne School of Mines at the University of Exeter on one of the following programmes:
- MSc Mining Engineering
- MSc Mining Environmental Management
- MSc Minerals Processing
- MSc Exploration and Mining Geology
- MSc Geotechnical Engineering
The scholarship will be awarded as a cash bursary, paid in two equal instalments at the start of the autumn and spring terms upon confirmation of enrolment.
How to apply
Once you have received an offer, you may apply for the scholarship via our . You will be asked to answer the following question
- How will this scholarship help you achieve your academic and career goals, and how will you contribute to encouraging greater female participation in the mining industry? (500 words)
Scholarship recipients are selected on merit, based on the information supplied in the scholarship application. To apply, you must.
You should apply at the earliest opportunity following receipt of your programme offer. In the event of statements of similar quality, preference may be given to applications for courses with the lowest proportion of female applicants.
Applicants will be notified of the outcome by email two weeks after the application deadline.
By applying for this scholarship, you agree to the following terms and conditions:
- By submitting an application, you consent to the University of Exeter sharing relevant personal information (such as your name, programme of study, and contact details) with the donor (CSM Trust and Women in Mining (UK)) and members of the scholarship selection panel for the purposes of assessment, administration, and post-award engagement.
- Scholarship awards are conditional upon successful registration at the University of Exeter for one of the eligible Camborne School of Mines MSc programmes starting in September 2026.
- The scholarship is not available for MRes, PGDip, or online programmes.
- If you defer your offer, the scholarship will be withdrawn and cannot be carried forward to future years.
- You may not receive more than one scholarship from the University of Exeter. If you are eligible for multiple awards, you will be granted the scholarship with the highest value.
- It is your responsibility to inform the University if you are in receipt of any external funding prior to enrolment. Please email a copy of your award letter to Admissions at pg-ad@exeter.ac.uk.
- The University reserves the right not to award all scholarships if suitable candidates are not identified.
- The scholarship will be paid as a tuition fee discount
- If you withdraw or interrupt your studies after enrolment, the University’s Student Finance Regulations will apply regarding any repayment or other financial requirements. See: University of Exeter Student Finance Regulations
- You may be invited to provide a photograph and a written or video profile for use in promotional materials related to the scholarship and/or study at the University of Exeter.
- You may also be asked to attend events or participate in internal and external communications activities related to your award.
- By accepting the scholarship, you agree that the University may contact you after graduation to seek updates on how the scholarship has influenced your career or academic journey.
- The University reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time. Any changes will be communicated to applicants promptly.
Summary
| Application deadline: | 2nd August 2026 |
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| Number of awards: | 2 |
| Value: | ?15,000 |
| Duration of award: | for 1 year |
| Contact: Student Recruitment Operations | eseenquiries@exeter.ac.uk |