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Reopens ~Oct 2027

Commonwealth Master's Scholarship

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Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK🇬🇧 United KingdomDeadline: 20 October 2026, 00:00

UK government (FCDO-funded) fully funded one-year taught Master's scholarship for candidates from eligible low- and middle-income Commonwealth countries who could not otherwise afford to study in the UK, awarded under six CSC development themes within the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan. Selection on candidate merit, quality of the study plan, and potential development impact on the home country; all scholars commit to returning home after the award.

This scholarship is currently closed. Based on its annual cycle, applications are expected to reopen around Oct 2027 — the exact date is set when the provider publishes the next cycle. Check the provider website for the next cycle, or see similar open opportunities below.

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Scholarship Overview

ProviderCommonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK
Host Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Study LevelMaster's
Field of StudyAll fields
Funding TypeFully Funded + Stipend
ValueFull cost (tuition + £1,712/mo stipend; £2,000 London)
DurationNot specified
Application Deadline20 Oct 2026Reopens ~Oct 2027
Eligible Nationalities43 countries
Application FeeFree
Last Updated4 November 2026
Official Websitecscuk.fcdo.gov.uk

What Does This Scholarship Cover?

Specific benefits are not specified for this scholarship. Check the official provider website for full details.

Who Can Apply?

Nationality

  • 🇧🇩 Bangladesh
  • 🌍 BZ
  • 🇧🇼 Botswana
  • 🌍 DM
  • 🌍 SZ
  • 🌍 FJ
  • 🌍 GA
  • 🌍 GM
  • 🇬🇭 Ghana
  • 🇬🇩 Grenada
  • 🌍 GY
  • 🇮🇳 India
  • 🇯🇲 Jamaica
  • 🇰🇪 Kenya
  • 🌍 KI
  • 🌍 LS
  • 🌍 MW
  • 🇲🇾 Malaysia
  • 🌍 MV
  • 🇲🇺 Mauritius
  • 🌍 MS
  • 🇲🇿 Mozambique
  • 🇳🇦 Namibia
  • 🌍 NR
  • 🇳🇬 Nigeria
  • 🇵🇰 Pakistan
  • 🌍 PG
  • 🇷🇼 Rwanda
  • 🌍 SH
  • 🌍 LC
  • 🌍 VC
  • 🌍 WS
  • 🌍 SL
  • 🌍 SB
  • 🇿🇦 South Africa
  • 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
  • 🇹🇿 Tanzania
  • 🌍 TG
  • 🌍 TO
  • 🌍 TV
  • 🇺🇬 Uganda
  • 🌍 VU
  • 🇿🇲 Zambia

Academic Requirements

  • Not specified. Check the official provider.

Language Requirements

Not specified

Age & Experience

Not specified

How to Apply

  1. 1

    Check eligibility

  2. 2

    Prepare required documents

  3. 3

    Apply for admission if required

  4. 4

    Complete scholarship application

  5. 5

    Submit before deadline

  6. 6

    Wait for the result

Required Documents

Document list not specified. See the official application instructions.

Before You Apply

Always verify the scholarship information on the official provider website. Scholarship deadlines, requirements, funding details, and eligibility can change.

Last Verified: Not recordedLast Updated: 4 November 2026Source: Official ProviderVerification Status:
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