The Charlotte Hosker Scholarship Trust
Supporting Girls in STEM
Supporting Girls in STEM
Financial support to help you achieve your STEM education dreams
Comprehensive financial support for every stage of your educational journey
The Charlotte Hosker Scholarship Trust offers a range of scholarships and grants designed to remove financial barriers and enable talented students to pursue their ambitions in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Whether you're continuing to sixth form, applying to university, or already in higher education, we're here to support your journey.
Different types of support for different stages of your education
Award Value: £2,000 - £5,000 per year
Our flagship program provides substantial financial support for students pursuing STEM degrees at universities throughout the UK. These bursaries help cover tuition fees, accommodation costs, living expenses, textbooks, and essential equipment.
Eligible for: Undergraduate and postgraduate students studying STEM subjects including Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and related technical fields.
Renewable: Bursaries can be renewed annually based on academic progress and continued financial need.
Award Value: £500 - £1,500 per year
These grants help disadvantaged students continue their education at sixth form level, particularly those studying A-level STEM subjects. Financial support covers essential costs that might otherwise prevent students from pursuing advanced study.
Covers: Textbooks and study materials, scientific calculators and equipment, travel expenses to and from school, exam fees, and educational software or online resources.
Special Focus: Students from low-income families or those facing unexpected financial hardship.
Award Value: £300 - £1,000
We provide funding for educational experiences that broaden horizons and deepen STEM knowledge. These grants enable students to participate in opportunities that would otherwise be financially out of reach.
Eligible Activities: University open days and campus visits, STEM conferences and competitions, science museum and lab visits, international educational exchanges, industry site visits and tours, summer schools and research programs.
Application: Can be applied for throughout the year as opportunities arise.
Award Value: Up to £1,000
Access to proper equipment is essential for STEM education. These grants help students acquire the technology and tools they need to succeed in their studies.
Covers: Laptop computers for coursework and research, specialist software licenses (CAD, programming IDEs, statistical packages), scientific calculators and graphing tools, lab coats and safety equipment, field work equipment.
Priority: Given to students who demonstrate clear educational need and lack personal resources to purchase equipment.
Award Value: £1,000 - £3,000 per year
These allowances help with the day-to-day costs of being a student, enabling recipients to focus on their studies rather than worrying about making ends meet.
Helps with: Rent and accommodation costs, food and basic living expenses, travel to university or placement locations, course materials and supplies.
Particularly helpful for: Students from low-income backgrounds, mature students with family responsibilities, and those without financial support from family.
Award Value: £200 - £800
As students prepare to enter STEM professions, we provide funding to help with the transition from education to employment.
Supports: Professional membership fees (IET, IMechE, etc.), Certification and qualification costs, Interview expenses and travel, Professional attire for interviews and networking, Relocation costs for graduate positions.
Goal: Ensure financial barriers don't prevent students from taking advantage of career opportunities.
Who can apply for our scholarships and grants
To be eligible for any Charlotte Hosker Scholarship Trust funding, you must:
While all eligible applicants are considered, priority is given to:
Meet some of the talented students we've supported
Award: University Bursary (£4,000/year)
"I come from a single-parent family and never thought university would be possible. The Charlotte Hosker Scholarship changed everything. I'm now in my final year at Imperial College London studying aerospace engineering, and I've already secured a graduate position at Rolls-Royce. This scholarship didn't just fund my education - it gave me the confidence to dream big."
Award: Sixth Form Support Grant + University Bursary
"The Trust supported me through my A-levels and then university. The sixth form grant meant I could afford the textbooks and resources I needed, and the university bursary allowed me to study Computer Science at Manchester without worrying about finances. I'm now a software developer at a tech startup, working on AI applications. Thank you for believing in me!"
Award: Full University Bursary (Undergraduate + Postgraduate)
"The Charlotte Hosker Scholarship Trust supported me through both my undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and my PhD. I'm now a postdoctoral researcher working on cancer treatments. Without this support, I would never have been able to afford university, let alone further study. This scholarship literally changed the course of my life."
The application process is straightforward and supportive
Ensure you meet the basic requirements: Purbeck School connection, STEM focus, and financial need.
Fill out the application form with your personal details, educational goals, and financial situation.
Submit required documents including academic records, financial information, and references.
Our trustees review all applications carefully. Successful applicants are notified within 4-6 weeks.
Answers to common questions about our scholarships
Yes! Many of our recipients receive multiple forms of support. For example, you might receive a sixth form grant and later apply for a university bursary, or combine a university bursary with equipment and travel grants.
Absolutely. While our mission prioritizes supporting girls and women in STEM (in line with Charlotte's legacy), we are open to applications from all genders. Male students who meet the eligibility criteria are welcome to apply and will be considered fairly.
We have two main application rounds each year: one in April/May for students starting university or sixth form in September, and one in November for mid-year support. However, emergency applications can be considered at any time for students facing unexpected financial hardship.
No. All our scholarships and grants are gifts, not loans. You are never required to repay the money. However, we do hope that successful recipients will consider giving back to the Trust in the future if they're able, helping us support the next generation.
We're here to help! Contact us at CharlotteHoskerScholarship@hotmail.com or call 01929 555043. We're happy to answer questions and help you understand whether our scholarships are right for you.
Don't let financial barriers stand between you and your STEM dreams. Take the first step today.