LGF Launches LIT-Uganda Female STEM Student Teachers’ Scholarship to Strengthen Education Workforce 2026 @Uganda Female STEM Student Teachers’ Scholarship to Strengthen Education Workforce 2026

The Luigi Giussani Foundation (LGF) has introduced the LIT-Uganda Program Female STEM Student Teachers’ Scholarship, a large-scale education support initiative aimed at increasing the number of qualified female science teachers in Uganda. The programme forms part of the broader Leaders in Teaching Uganda initiative, a five-year Mastercard Foundation programme designed to transform secondary education through improved teacher quality, equity, and innovation.

The scholarship targets 1,000 female students pursuing a Bachelor of Science with Education (BScEd) across selected universities and Uganda National Institute for Teacher Education (UNITE) campuses.

Program Overview: Strengthening Secondary Education in Uganda

The Leaders in Teaching Uganda programme is implemented through a consortium of 10 partners working under the strategic leadership of the Ministry of Education and Sports. The initiative aligns with the Mastercard Foundation’s Young Africa Works strategy, which seeks to enable 30 million young people across Africa to access dignified and fulfilling work by 2030, including 4.3 million in Uganda.

Key implementing partners include:

• Luigi Giussani Foundation (LGF)
• UNICEF
• British Council
• VVOB
• Edukans International
• Brainwave Careers Uganda
• STiR Education
• PEAS Uganda
• Teach for Uganda
• Forum for Education NGOs in Uganda (FENU)

The programme is structured around four core pillars:

• Recruit teachers into the profession
• Train educators with modern pedagogical skills
• Lead through professional development and mentorship
• Motivate and retain qualified teachers in the education system

Scholarship Purpose and Strategic Objectives

The Female STEM Student Teachers’ Scholarship is designed to address systemic gaps in Uganda’s education sector by supporting women entering STEM teaching careers.

The core objectives include:

• Increasing female participation in STEM teaching roles across secondary schools
• Promoting equity and inclusion in access to higher education opportunities
• Expanding the supply of qualified female science teachers nationwide
• Empowering female role models to inspire the next generation of girls in STEM

The programme is positioned as a strategic intervention to improve both the quality and quantity of science educators in Uganda’s secondary education system.

Projected Impact and Inclusion Targets

The scholarship programme is expected to deliver wide-reaching social and educational impact, with a strong focus on inclusivity and representation.

Key targets include:

• 1,000 female scholars supported through full scholarships
• 100% of beneficiaries being young women aged 18–35
• 7% of scholarships reserved for refugees and internally displaced persons
• 5% reserved for persons with disabilities
• 20% allocated to in-service female science, technology, and mathematics teachers upgrading to a BScEd degree

This structure reflects a deliberate effort to ensure equitable access to teacher education opportunities.

Scholarship Coverage and Benefits

The scholarship provides comprehensive financial and academic support to selected beneficiaries, enabling them to focus fully on their studies.

Coverage includes:

• Tuition and functional fees for the entire BScEd programme
• Accommodation costs for the duration of study
• A personal laptop to support digital learning and academic work

These provisions are intended to remove key financial barriers that often limit access to higher education, particularly for women in STEM fields.

Eligibility Criteria for Applicants

Applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements to qualify for the scholarship programme.

Primary Eligibility Group

Eligible applicants include:

• Female Ugandan citizens
• Females with recognised refugee status in Uganda
• Female youth with disabilities

Priority is given to:

• Young women aged 18–35 years
• Refugees and internally displaced persons
• Persons with disabilities
• In-service female science, technology, and mathematics teachers seeking degree advancement

Academic Requirements

Applicants must hold an admission offer for a Bachelor of Science with Education (BScEd) from any of the following institutions:

• Makerere University
• Kyambogo University
• Busitema University
• Islamic University in Uganda
• Gulu University
• Muni University
• Mountains of the Moon University
• Mbarara University of Science and Technology
• Uganda Martyrs University
• Kabale University

Alternatively, applicants may be admitted to one of the following UNITE campuses:

• Kabale
• Kaliro
• Mubende
• Muni
• Unyama

Professional Commitment

Applicants are required to demonstrate:

• A strong commitment to joining and remaining in the teaching profession
• Willingness to serve in rural or underserved communities for at least two years after graduation

Financial Need Requirement

Candidates must also provide evidence of genuine financial need to qualify for selection.

Call to Action: Application Process

The LGF Scholarship programme encourages eligible candidates to begin the application process early. The initiative is designed to identify and support motivated young women who are committed to transforming secondary education in Uganda through science and technology teaching.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications through the official LGF channels.

Institutional Contact Information

Luigi Giussani Foundation (LGF)
Email: info@lgfug.org
Phone: (+256) 764 078712

Conclusion

The LIT-Uganda Female STEM Student Teachers’ Scholarship represents a significant investment in Uganda’s education sector, particularly in strengthening the pipeline of female science educators. By combining financial support, academic access, and targeted inclusion strategies, the programme seeks to address teacher shortages while advancing gender equity in STEM education.

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Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization offering this opportunity. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications & CVs to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.