The Commonwealth Scholarships are available for both Master's and PhD studies in any subject area at a UK university. The scholarships cover the full cost of tuition fees, living expenses, travel, and other related costs.
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The Commonwealth Scholarships 2024-25 are fully funded scholarships for students from low and middle-income Commonwealth countries to study in the UK.
The scholarships are funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) and are awarded to students who have demonstrated academic excellence and leadership potential.
Details of Commonwealth scholarships 2024
- Country: UK.
- Scholarship coverage: Fully funded.
- Host University: All universities in the UK.
- Scholarships offered by: UK government.
Scholarship Deadline
The deadline for applications for Commonwealth Scholarships for the 2024-25 academic year is 17 October 2023.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for a Commonwealth Scholarship, you must:
- Be a citizen of a Commonwealth country other than the UK.
- Be permanently resident in a Commonwealth country other than the UK.
- Have a good academic record and have completed your undergraduate degree (or equivalent) by the start of the UK academic year in September 2024.
- Be able to meet the English language requirements of the university you wish to study at.
Eligible Countries
- Bangladesh
- Cameroon
- Kenya
- Kiribati
- Lesotho
- Malawi
- Mozambique
- Nigeria
- Pakistan
- Rwanda
- Sierra Leone
- Solomon Islands
- Tanzania
- The Gambia
- Togo
- Tuvalu
- Uganda
- Zambia
Commonwealth Scholarship coverage and benefits
The Commonwealth Scholarships cover the following costs:
- Full tuition fees
- Monthly stipend
- Return airfare
- Warm clothing allowance
- Thesis allowance (for PhD students)
- Additional study travel grants
Supporting documentation
To be eligible for a Commonwealth Scholarship, you must submit the following supporting documentation:
- Proof of citizenship or refugee status in an eligible Commonwealth country (e.g., copy of passport or national ID card)
- Full transcripts of all higher education qualifications, including to-date transcripts for any courses currently being studied (with certified translations if not in English)
- Two references from individuals who can speak to your academic excellence, leadership potential, and personal qualities (references must be signed and on institutional letterhead or an email clearly showing the sender's details).
- A supporting statement from a proposed supervisor in the UK from at least one of the institutions named on the application form (supporting statement must be signed and on institutional letterhead or an email clearly showing the sender's details)
All supporting documentation must be uploaded to the online application system in PDF format. Applications will be considered ineligible if any of the required documentation is not included by the closing date.
Here are some additional tips for completing the supporting documentation for your Commonwealth Scholarship application:
- Ask your referees to comment on how long they have known you, in what capacity, and their views on your suitability for the scholarship and the need for the particular subject of study in the UK.
They should also provide information on your ability to grasp concepts and reason analytically, capacity for original thought, and motivation and perseverance in achieving objectives. - Ask your proposed supervisor to confirm that they are prepared to have you working with them and that they have the facilities to undertake the research.
They should also indicate how your plan of study fits with the expertise of their department and to indicate how much of your plan of study, if any, they wrote.
How to apply
Here are some tips for applying for a Commonwealth Scholarship:
- Start planning your application early. The application process can be complex and time-consuming.
- Make sure you meet all of the eligibility criteria.
- Choose your course and university carefully. Do your research to find a course that is a good fit for your academic and career goals.
- Write a strong personal statement. The personal statement is your opportunity to tell the selection committee why you are a good candidate for a Commonwealth Scholarship.
- Get good references. Your references should be able to speak to your academic excellence, leadership potential, and personal qualities.
If you are awarded a Commonwealth Scholarship, you will have the opportunity to study at a world-class university in the UK. You will also have the chance to network with other talented students from around the Commonwealth. The Commonwealth Scholarship is a great opportunity to advance your education and career, and to make a difference in the world.
Please visit the : OFFICIAL WEBSITE FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP for more information.