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Commonwealth Scholarships

Applications closed Fully funded
Award GBP 1,133 / per month Paid per month. Confirm the latest figures on the official page.
Deadline October 15, 2025 Deadline passed
Duration 1 Year How long the scholarship support typically lasts.
Funding type Fully funded Whether the award is fully funded, partial, merit-based, or similar.

About this scholarship

What this award covers and who it is designed to support.

Managed by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC, UK), this prestigious scholarship supports outstanding students from eligible Commonwealth countries pursuing postgraduate study in the UK. Through programs such as Master’s scholarships, PhD scholarships, Shared Scholarships, Split-site Scholarships, Distance Learning, and Professional Fellowships, CSC aims to empower emerging leaders whose education will contribute to sustainable development and positive change in their home nations. Over 31,000 scholars have benefited since 1960, forming a vibrant global network of innovation and leadership.

Scholarship details

Key facts about level, field, location, and institutions.

Field of study

Medicine & Health Sciences

Host country

United Kingdom

Competition

Medium

Opens

September 10, 2025

Eligibility

Who can apply and what academic or personal criteria you need to meet.

The eligibility criteria for this program is as follows:

  • Must be a citizen or refugee/permanent resident of a Commonwealth country or a British-protected person Study UKBuddy4StudyMasters Portal
  • For Master’s: Undergraduate degree with at least a 2:1 classification (or equivalent); for PhD: a relevant Master’s plus a supervisor supporting the research proposal Study UKwww.Fi

Application requirements

Documents and steps typically needed when you submit your application.

The requirements for this program is as follows:

What is covered

Tuition, living costs, and other expenses included in this award.

The scholarship includes coverage for: