United Kingdom · Participating UK universities
Overview
The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK (CSC) funds talented graduates from eligible Commonwealth countries to take a master’s degree at a UK university. The awards are aimed at people whose study can contribute to development in their home country.
Applications for 2027 entry close at 16:00 BST on Tuesday 20 October 2026. Check the official page for how to apply from your country, including any national nominating body that must forward your application.
What the scholarship covers
- Approved tuition fees, covered by agreement between the CSC and the UK university
- Approved return airfare between your home country and the UK
- A stipend of £1,712 per month, or £2,000 per month at universities in the London metropolitan area
Who can apply
Citizens of eligible Commonwealth countries (the official page lists them, including Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nigeria, Kenya and Ghana). Further academic and residency conditions apply — read the official eligibility criteria before applying.
- Eligible nationalities
- Bangladesh, Botswana, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia
- Academic stage
- Graduate, Master's
- Experience
- Recent graduate
Funding package
£1,712 per month (£2,000 in London)
Tuition fees, return airfare and a monthly living stipend for the duration of the master's program.
- Tuition covered
- Stipend or salary covered
- Travel covered
- Accommodation not stated
- Health insurance not stated
Application dates
- Deadline
- 20 Oct 2026 · 16:00 BST Closes in 3 days
- Duration
- Typically a one-year UK master's
Degree program details
- Degree awarded
- Master's degree
Verification
- Status
- Verified against the official source
- Official source
- cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk
- Last checked
- 17 Oct 2026
- Listing updated
- 17 Oct 2026
ScholarsChapter is an independent listing service. We never charge application fees. Deadlines, amounts and eligibility can change — always apply through the official website.