Scholarship
Commonwealth PhD Scholarship
The Commonwealth PhD Scholarship is a prestigious award designed for high-quality graduates from developing Commonwealth countries to undertake full-time doctoral study at a UK university. It aims to contribute to the UK's international development aims and wider overseas interests.
About this scholarship
Commonwealth PhD Scholarship is offered by Commonwealth Scholarship Commission at phd level. The award is valued at Full tuition, living stipend, and airfare, provided as tuition and living support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as tuition and living funding. Applicants selected receive Full tuition, living stipend, and airfare. 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 phd level. Nationality requirements apply: Sri Lanka.
Eligibility
Must be a citizen of or have refugee status in an eligible Commonwealth country, including Sri Lanka, and be unable to afford to study in the UK without this scholarship.
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
phd
Nationality requirements
Sri Lanka
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, living stipend, and airfare
- Funding type
- tuition and living
- Selection basis
- Merit-based and Need-based
- Study levels
- phd
- Nationality
- Sri Lanka
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-10-20
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20