Enginuity, Teesside University Launch £44K Scholarship to Boost Women in Engineering
Event summary
- Enginuity commits £44,000 to fund the Steph McGovern Women in Engineering Scholarship at Teesside University.
- Scholarship supports all first-year female engineering students, including mentorship from broadcaster Steph McGovern.
- Women made up just 16.9% of the UK engineering workforce in 2025, per national data.
- Program includes financial aid, mentoring, and professional support throughout studies.
The big picture
The scholarship addresses a critical gap in engineering workforce diversity, where women remain underrepresented. Enginuity’s investment aligns with broader industry efforts to strengthen STEM pipelines amid growing demand for skilled labor in advanced manufacturing and green technologies. The initiative also underscores the role of high-profile mentors in attracting talent to male-dominated fields.
What we're watching
- Pipeline Impact
- How the scholarship affects long-term gender diversity in UK engineering.
- Industry Collaboration
- Whether Enginuity’s partnership model can scale to other regions.
- Funding Sustainability
- The pace at which Enginuity secures additional funding for similar initiatives.