At the College of Science and Engineering, we are committed to supporting and empowering women in STEM.
By recruiting and actively supporting female students, we aim to foster diverse perspectives that drive innovation and enrich our academic community. Women play a vital role in shaping the future of science and engineering, and we're dedicated to providing them with the resources and opportunities to thrive in these fields.
The College runs a range of supports, initiatives and activities to increase female participation and opportunities within STEM such as:
At University of Galway, the Johnson and Johnson (J&J) WiSTEM2D programme is open to female undergraduate students of STEM subjects entering their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of studies. This programme provides a range of initiatives including female mentoring, site tours, workshops, a bursary and a WiSTEM2D conference. Through the initiative Johnson & Johnson support and inspire girls and women in their pursuit of STEM2D studies and careers globally. J&J WiSTEM2D Award facilitates networking opportunities and provides career mentoring.
The Johnson & Johnson WiSTEM2D programme underlines Johnson & Johnson’s commitment to developing and implementing high-impact strategies including mentoring, to support female students undertaking STEM2D degree courses at University of Galway. WiSTEM2D refers to Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Manufacturing and Design.
Applications for 2024 are currently closed but you can find further information for 2025 here.
Rebecca and Niamh were among a group of ten University of Galway students who were awarded scholarships as part of of Johnson & Johnson's Women in STEM2D undergraduate award programme in 2023.
Read more here.
Encouraging a new generation of high-achieving women to take up the challenge of a career in science and technology, the Intel Women in Technology scholarship program hopes to increase awareness and encourage a new generation of high-achieving women to take up the challenge of a career in science and technology.
A number of scholarships, which include monetary bursaries in the amount of €3000 per person, are offered to select female students who are pursuing an undergraduate Level 8 Degree in, Computer Science or Electronic Engineering.
Read more here.
University of Galway partnership with Fort Wayne Metals, a world leading manufacturer of medical grade wire and components, provides scholarships and bursaries to high achieving Mechanical Engineering students, including study overseas and internship opportunities for exceptional female students.
It recognises and rewards the potential of exceptional female students with an annual award to one student who is selected to complete their internship at Fort Wayne Metals Ireland.
Read more about this partnership here.
Pictured is Laura Callaghan and Jennifer Smith receiving their prize from Anthony McHale (Fort Wayne Metals). The generous monetary award and placement opportunity provided with this prize play a crucial role in inspiring future female leaders to pursue careers in STEM
The Marie Brazil scholarship is offered to high achieving female Civil Engineering students who demonstrate the highest overall grade in their First Year University exams in Engineering.
Successful candidates will receive a Scholarship of €2,000 each year for 3 years of study, namely 2nd, 3rd and 4th year of her BE (Civil) degree.
Read more here.
The University of Galway hosts a community of many inspiring female researchers and staff, whose work in STEM fields is helping to shape a better future.
Their groundbreaking research and dedication cultivate creativity, curiosity, and innovation across science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Through their leadership and commitment, they drive progress in STEM and encourage the next generation of women to pursue careers that make a positive impact on society.
Read more about our leaders of STEM here.
The University of Galway is committed to inspiring future female leaders in STEM through outreach visits to all-female primary and secondary schools.
By connecting with young students and showcasing exciting opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, we aim to encourage curiosity and confidence in pursuing STEM careers. These visits help to build a supportive foundation for the next generation of female innovators, fostering a more inclusive future in STEM.
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