The Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship, a transformative study in UK initiative, invites students from Commonwealth countries to pursue Master’s degree programs at leading UK universities. Funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), this UK fully funded scholarships program engages 400+ scholars annually from low- and middle-income nations, fostering global development catalysts who drive sustainable progress through a transformative academic odyssey. Administered by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) since 1959, it supports research excellence in fields like Public Health, Environmental Science, Data Science, Education, and Global Governance.
Aligned with six CSC development themes—Science and Technology for Development, Strengthening Health Systems, Promoting Global Prosperity, Strengthening Peace and Governance, Enhancing Crisis Resilience, and Promoting Access and Inclusion—the Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship empowers scholars at 60+ UK institutions, including University College London (#9, QS World University Rankings 2025), University of Edinburgh, and King’s College London. Scholars undertake impact-driven research, collaborating on projects addressing climate resilience, healthcare equity, and economic innovation. Since 1959, the CSC has supported 28,500+ scholars, producing 1,500+ alumni leaders, including Nobel laureates, diplomats, and NGO directors.
The scholarship promotes cross-cultural synergy. Scholars connect with peers, faculty, and global experts from over 50 Commonwealth nations, engaging in knowledge hubs, regional networks, and collaborative projects via CSC’s LinkedIn platforms. The inclusive framework fosters diverse perspectives, with 48% of 2022 scholars from least developed countries. Campus events, like London’s Commonwealth Day, Edinburgh International Festival, or Manchester Science Festival, enrich the dynamic academic experience, with 32% of scholars forming global professional networks. CSC’s partnerships with 100+ institutions in Canada, Australia, and India enhance research collaborations and exchange programs.
Studying in London, Edinburgh, Birmingham, or Glasgow, scholars embark on a transformative academic odyssey, exploring landmarks like Tower Bridge, Arthur’s Seat, or Kelvingrove Museum, immersing in the UK’s cultural vibrancy. Events like Notting Hill Carnival, Glastonbury Festival, or Oxford Literary Festival deepen engagement. Host universities, with advanced labs, libraries, and student hubs, support a global academic immersion, enhanced by connectivity to Paris, Dublin, and Amsterdam. The UK’s safe, cosmopolitan environment (QS Best Student Cities 2025) complements academic pursuits.
Join a global cohort to champion research excellence, embrace UK cultural diversity, and shape a sustainable future with the Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship!
Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships in the UK:
Host Country:
•United Kingdom
Host University:
•UK Universities
Funded by:
•The UK Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO)
Degree Level:
•Master’s Degree Programs
Eligible Courses:
•MSc Water Management for Development.
•MA Online Teaching.
•MA Human Rights.
•MSc Disability Studies, Rights and Inclusion.
•MA Educational Leadership in Practice.
•MSc Gerontology.
•MSc Global Ageing and Policy.
Benefits of the Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship:
•The scholarship covers the return air ticket of the selected candidates.
•The scholarship covers full tuition fees.
•The candidates will get a monthly stipend of £1,378 per month, or £1,690 per month.
•The scholarship also covers the warm cloth allowance.
•The cost of the thesis or dissertation will be covered.
•It provides students with study travel grants within or outside the UK.
•Family Allowances:
•If you’re living with your spouse (no children), you can get £297 per month for up to nine months. (If your spouse also has a scholarship, this doesn’t apply, and other conditions may apply.)
•If you’re living with your spouse and children, you get £297 per month for your spouse, £297 for your first child, and £146 for each additional child under 16. (If your spouse also has a scholarship, other conditions apply.)
•If you’re a single parent, widowed, or divorced, you can receive £590 per month for your first child and £146 for each additional child under 16, as long as they live with you in the UK.
•Additional allowance for a disabled person.
Eligible Countries of the Commonwealth Masters Scholarships:
•Bangladesh
•Belize
•Botswana
•Cameroon
•Dominica
•Eswatini
•Fiji
•Ghana
•Grenada
•Guyana
•India
•Jamaica
•Kenya
•Kiribati
•Lesotho
•Malawi
•Maldives
•Mauritius
•Montserrat
•Mozambique
•Namibia
•Nauru
•Nigeria
•Pakistan
•Papua New Guinea
•Rwanda
•Samoa
•Sierra Leone
•Solomon Islands
•South Africa
•Sri Lanka
•St Helena
•St Lucia
•St Vincent and the Grenadines
•Tanzania
•The Gambia
•Tonga
•Tuvalu
•Uganda
•Vanuatu
•Zambia
Eligibility Criteria of the Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships:
1. An applicant must be a native or a refugee of eligible Commonwealth countries.
2. An applicant must be a permanent resident of eligible Commonwealth countries.
3. An applicant must be available for study in the UK by the beginning of the UK academic Calendar.
4. An applicant must have provided all the necessary documents in the required format.
5. Be financially unable to pursue studies in the UK without this scholarship.
6. Applicants must pay a USD 39 registration fee.
Documents required for South Korea Scholarship:
1. Recommendation letter (if available).
2. Certificate of student status/Certificate of Graduation of bachelor’s degree.
3. Academic transcript of bachelor’s program (if required).
4. Proof of Language proficiency (English)/ Medium of Instruction (English).
5. CV (if required).
6. Motivation letter/statement of purpose (if any).
7. Additional Documents for Special Circumstances.
8. Copy of Valid Passport (Photo and Information Page).
9. Passport Size Photocopy (Professional photo with White Background and size less than 2 MB).
10. University Admission Offer Letter (If Already Issued).
Scholarship Deadline:
• Registration deadline for 2025 has passed.
• The registration for 2026 is open with a tentative deadline October 2025.
Note:
We initiate the application process for current year as well as in advance for the next academic year to maximize your chances of success.
