Scholarship
Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship
These scholarships are for candidates from low and middle-income Commonwealth countries to undertake full-time taught Master’s study at a UK university. The program aims to contribute to the UK’s international development aims and wider overseas interests.
About this scholarship
Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship is offered by Commonwealth Scholarship Commission at master level. The award is valued at Full tuition, airfare, and living stipend, provided as tuition and living support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as tuition and living funding. Applicants selected receive Full tuition, airfare, and living stipend. Selection is merit-based and need-based, so both academic record and financial circumstances are assessed.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at master level. Nationality requirements apply: Commonwealth countries.
Eligibility
Must be a citizen of or be granted refugee status by an eligible Commonwealth country, or be a British Protected Person. Must hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) honours standard.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-10-20. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master
Nationality requirements
Commonwealth countries
Funding basis
Merit-based and Need-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Commonwealth Scholarship Commission
- Award
- Full tuition, airfare, and living stipend
- Funding type
- tuition and living
- Selection basis
- Merit-based and Need-based
- Study levels
- master
- Nationality
- Commonwealth countries
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-10-20
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20