Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (UK) (CSC) 2026
(Deadline: Vary)
Details
Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2026-27 – Fully Funded
Master’s Study in the UK
The Commonwealth Shared Scholarships, managed by the
Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (UK), offer a fully-funded
opportunity for talented students from eligible Commonwealth countries
to undertake Master’s studies in the United Kingdom. The scheme is specifically
designed for applicants who would otherwise be unable to afford postgraduate
study in the UK.
Key Features & Benefits
- The
scholarship typically covers tuition fees, approved
air travel to and from the UK, and a living allowance to
support scholars during their stay.
- Awards
are aimed at students from least developed and lower-middle income
Commonwealth countries, particularly those who have not studied or
worked for a year or more in a high-income country.
- Most
scholarships are tenable for one academic year of
full-time Master’s study.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be
citizens of, or have refugee status in, a Commonwealth country listed as
eligible.
- Be permanently
resident in an eligible Commonwealth country.
- Be
available to start UK study in September/October 2026 (for
the 2026-27 round).
- Hold a
first degree of at least upper second-class standard (2:1) or second class
plus relevant postgraduate qualification.
- Not have
studied or worked for one year or more in a high-income
country.
- Demonstrate
that they cannot afford to study in the UK without this
scholarship.
Application Timeline
- Applications
open for the 2026-27 academic year in November 2025.
- The deadline for
applications is typically in early December (e.g., 9
December 2025 at 16:00 GMT).
- Applicants
must submit the online application to the CSC via the central application
portal and ensure all supporting documentation is provided.
Why This Scholarship Matters
This programme enables high-calibre individuals from
Commonwealth countries to access UK universities and gain advanced knowledge,
leadership skills and professional networks. By doing so, scholars are expected
to contribute directly to the sustainable development of their home countries
upon return.
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