The Commonwealth Split-site Scholarship, a premier study PhD UK initiative, empowers PhD candidates from low- and middle-income Commonwealth countries to conduct 12 months of research at top UK universities, such as King’s College London, Cranfield University, or University of Oxford. Funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), this Commonwealth PhD program enables scholars to split their doctoral studies between their home university and a UK institution, fostering cross-cultural collaboration. As a global research catalyst, it drives a transcontinental academic odyssey, advancing sustainable development goals (SDGs) through research in science and technology, health systems, global peace, crisis resilience, inclusion, and opportunity.
The Commonwealth PhD programs emphasize research excellence across six CSC development themes. Science and Technology scholars innovate in AI, renewable energy, or biotechnology, leveraging UK research facilities. Health Systems researchers strengthen disease prevention and healthcare capacity, while Global Peace experts explore security governance. Crisis Resilience focuses on disaster preparedness, and Inclusion promotes gender equality and accessible education. Opportunity drives economic empowerment, aligning with UN SDGs. Scholars access state-of-the-art labs and digital archives, with an 80% employability rate within six months, excelling as academics, policy advisors, or development leaders. The program’s institutional links between home and UK universities ensure robust research partnerships.
The Scholarship fosters global academic networking. Scholars collaborate with UK faculty and industry leaders through seminars, workshops, and research symposia, enhancing career readiness. The 12-month UK research period, which can be split into two six-month phases, offers flexibility. Commonwealth Alumni Networks connect graduates with 31,000+ alumni, supporting development projects, with 10% launching SDG-focused initiatives. The program’s historically disadvantaged communities, aligning with EU and Commonwealth priorities for inclusive education. Research collaborations with entities like Welcome Trust amplify impact.
Studying in London, Manchester, or Edinburgh, scholars experience a transcontinental education immersion. They explore London’s Westminster, Manchester’s Curry Mile, or Edinburgh’s Castle, engaging with UK’s cultural heritage. Events like Glastonbury Festival, London Pride, or Edinburgh Fringe enrich cultural immersion. Campuses with student research hubs and societies support a global learning environment, enhanced by **connectivity to Paris, Berlin, and Dublin. The UK’s innovation ecosystem fuels academic pursuits.
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Commonwealth Split-site Scholarships in the UK:
Host Country:
•United Kingdom
Funded By:
•The UK Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
Benefits of the Commonwealth Split-site Scholarships:
•Full tuition will be covered.
•The scholars will receive a monthly stipend of £1,378.
•In case the scholar’s university is in the London Metropolitan area, the monthly stipend will be
£1,652.
•A return air ticket will be provided.
•A study travel grant will be provided.
•Warm clothing allowance will be given (Where Applicable).
•For widowed, divorced, or single parents, the first child allowance of £590, and the second and
a third child allowance of £146 per month will be given.
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Eligibility Criteria of the Commonwealth Split-site Scholarships:
1. The applicant must be a Commonwealth country citizen.
2. The applicant can be a British-protected person.
3. The applicant who has refugee status in an eligible Commonwealth country can also apply.
4. If the applicant is a permanent resident of a commonwealth country, he/she can apply.
5. The applicant must be registered for PhD in any university of the Commonwealth country at the time of confirmation of the scholarship.
6. There must be a link between the applicant’s host university and the UK’s university.
7. Supportive details must be provided by both the university’s professors that confirm the eligibility of the candidate.
8. Applicants must pay a USD 39 registration fee.
Eligible Countries for the Commonwealth Scholarships:
•Bangladesh
•Beliz
•Botswana
•Cameroon
•Dominica
•Eswatini
•Fiji
•Gabon
•Ghana
•Grenada
•Guyana
•India
•Jamaica
•Kenya
•Kiribati
•Lesotho
•Malawi
•Malaysia
•Mauritius
•Montserrat
•Mozambique
•Namibia
•Nauru
•Nigeria
•Pakistan
•Papua New Guinea
•Rwanda
•St Helena
•St Lucia
•St Vincent and the Grenadines
•Samoa
•Sierra Leone
•Solomon Islands
•South Africa
•Sri Lanka
•Tanzania
•The Gambia
•Togo
•Tonga
•Tuvalu
•Uganda
•Vanuatu
•Zambia
Documents required for Commonwealth Split-site Scholarships:
1. Application form (fill up by our consultancy).
2.Recommendation letter (if available).
3.Certificate of student status/Certificate of Graduation of master’s degree.
4.Academic transcript of master’s program (if required).
5.Proof of Language proficiency (English)/ Medium of Instruction (English).
6.CV (if required).
7.Motivation letter/statement of purpose (if any).
8.Additional Documents for Special Circumstances.
9. Copy of Valid Passport (Photo and Information Page).
10. Passport Size Photocopy (Professional photo with White Background and size less than 2 MB).
11. 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 in December 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.
