Fully Funded Master's & PhD Scholarship in the UK 2027 - Commonwealth Scholarships

Scholarship Overview

The Commonwealth Scholarship is a prestigious award aimed at assisting talented individuals from Commonwealth countries to pursue higher education in the UK without financial burden. It is funded by the UK government and managed by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK.

The program aims to:

• Support sustainable development in Commonwealth countries

• Develop future leaders and change-makers

• Promote international cooperation and academic excellence
  
  

Degrees Available

Depending on the scholarship type, CSC offers:

• Master’s Degrees

• PhD Programs

• Split-site PhD

• Shared Scholarships

• Distance Learning Master’s

• Professional Fellowships
  
  

Available Fields of Study

All subjects are available under the Commonwealth Scholarship program.

 Fields of Study

There is no fixed list of subjects. However, applications must align with one of CSC’s six development themes:

1. Science and Technology for Development

2. Strengthening Health Systems and Capacity

3. Promoting Global Prosperity

4. Strengthening Global Peace, Security and Governance

5. Strengthening Resilience and Response to Crises

6. Access, Inclusion and Opportunity

This means eligible fields may include:

• Engineering & Technology

• Public Health

• Economics

• Development Studies

• Education

• Environmental Studies

• Public Policy

• Governance & Law

• Social Sciences

• Climate and Sustainability Studies
  
  

Application Timeline

• Applications typically open between September and October each year

• Deadlines vary by scholarship type and nominating country

• Applications are submitted via the CSC online application system (EAS)
  
  

 Important Notes

• Some scholarships require nomination by a national agency or university

• Applicants must clearly demonstrate how their studies will contribute to development in their home country

• Strong academic performance and leadership potential are essential