**4. Scholarships and bursaries**

Scholarships and bursaries have been instrumental in addressing the financial barriers faced by students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Access to quality education should not be limited by economic constraints, and universities have recognised the importance of providing financial aid to ensure that talented individuals have an equal chance to pursue STEM degrees. Scholarships and bursaries may cover tuition fees, living expenses, and other educational costs, alleviating the financial burden on students and allowing them to focus on their studies.

Numerous UK universities offer STEM scholarships and bursaries specifically for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, such as:


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6.University of Warwick: The University of Warwick's Warwick Scholars Program provides scholarships and bursaries to students from underrepresented backgrounds [23]. These financial awards aim to support students studying STEM subjects and alleviate the financial burden of tuition fees and living costs.
