Scholarship
Commonwealth PhD Scholarships
These scholarships are for high-quality graduates from least developed countries and vulnerable states to undertake full-time doctoral study at a UK university. The program aims to enhance individual teaching and research capacity to contribute to development in Commonwealth countries.
About this scholarship
Commonwealth PhD Scholarships is offered by Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK for study in Tuvalu at phd level. The award is valued at Full tuition, monthly stipend (£1,712-£2,000), and airfare., provided as tuition and living support. Funding is awarded for a single cycle and is not listed as renewable.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as tuition and living funding. Applicants selected receive Full tuition, monthly stipend (£1,712-£2,000), 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: Tuvalu.
Eligibility
Must be a citizen of or have refugee status in an eligible Commonwealth country, including Tuvalu, and be permanently resident there.
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
Tuvalu
Funding basis
Merit-based and Need-based
Key details
- Provider
- Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK
- Country
- Tuvalu
- Award
- Full tuition, monthly stipend (£1,712-£2,000), and airfare.
- Funding type
- tuition and living
- Selection basis
- Merit-based and Need-based
- Study levels
- phd
- Nationality
- Tuvalu
- Deadline
- 2026-10-20
- Renewable
- No
- Verified by Eternity
- Not yet verified
- Last verified
- 2026-08-30
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
View official scholarship sourceLast verified 2026-08-30