The Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) to support talented students from low and middle-income Commonwealth countries who would not otherwise be able to study in the UK. It covers full tuition, living allowance, travel, and additional costs, enabling recipients to pursue a one-year Master’s programme at a UK university.

Who Can Apply?

• Citizens or permanent residents of eligible Commonwealth countries.

• Applicants who cannot otherwise afford to study in the UK.

• Students applying for a one-year full-time taught Master’s degree at a UK university.

What is Covered?

• Full tuition fees.

• Stipend for living expenses.

• Airfare to and from the UK.

• Warm clothing allowance and study travel grant.

• Additional support for candidates with families or disabilities.

Eligibility Criteria

• Be a citizen of an eligible Commonwealth country.

• Hold an undergraduate degree of at least upper second-class standard.

• Be unable to afford to study in the UK without this scholarship.

• Meet the specific requirements of both the CSC and the chosen UK university.

How to Apply

1. Apply online through CSC Central (the official application system).

2. Prepare and upload all required documents, including academic transcripts, references, and a personal statement.

3. Apply through an approved nominating agency (national nominating agency or designated NGO/charity).

4. Check and comply with the specific eligibility rules and deadlines set by your nominator.

5. Submit your application before the deadline and keep your reference and passcode details safe.

Deadline
14 October 2025 at 16:00 (UTC).