The Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Programme offers a unique opportunity for postgraduate students from least developed and middle-income Commonwealth countries to pursue a fully funded one-year Master’s degree at participating universities in the United Kingdom. The scholarship aims to contribute to the development needs of Commonwealth countries by training skilled professionals who will enhance the development of their home countries.
- 🎓 Commonwealth Shared Scholarship: One of three Master’s programmes under the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) in the UK.
- 🌍 Purpose: Supports sustainable development by training skilled professionals from Commonwealth countries who cannot otherwise study in the UK.
- 🤝 Focus: Attracts talented individuals to become leaders and innovators, promoting international partnerships and UK development interests.
- 🎯 Beneficiaries: Postgraduate students from Least Developed and middle-income countries, including fragile and conflict-affected states, with no prior extended study in high-income countries.
- ⏳ Duration: Typically 12 months.
- 📝 Application: UK universities bid for scholarships, fund living costs, select candidates, and final approval comes from CSC.
Designation
Commonwealth Shared Scholar
Research Area
Various approved Master’s degree programs at participating UK universities.
Location
United Kingdom
Eligibility/Qualification
- Must be a permanent resident of an eligible Commonwealth country (see list below).
- Hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) honors standard, or a lower second-class degree with a related postgraduate qualification.
- Must not have studied or worked for more than one year in a high-income country.
- Must demonstrate financial need and be unable to study in the UK without the scholarship.
- All supporting documentation must be provided in the required format.
Eligible Countries:
Belize, Bangladesh, Botswana, Cameroon, Dominica, Eswatini, Fiji, Ghana, Gabon, Guyana, Grenada, India, Jamaica, Kiribati, Kenya, Malawi, Maldives, Malaysia, Montserrat, Mauritius, Lesotho, Mozambique, Nauru, Namibia, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Pakistan, Rwanda, Saint Lucia, Saint Helena, Samoa, Saint Vincent and The Grenadines, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Sierra Leone, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Togo, The Gambia, Tuvalu, Tonga, Uganda, Vanuatu, and Zambia.
Job Description
As a Commonwealth Shared Scholar, you will undertake a one-year Master’s degree in your chosen field at a participating UK university. The program will equip you with advanced knowledge, skills, and leadership capabilities essential for development efforts in your home country.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online through the CSC Central application system. Ensure that all required documents are uploaded in the correct format. Applications submitted via other means will not be considered.
Last Date for Apply
9th December 2025
This scholarship provides numerous benefits, including coverage for airfare, tuition fees, living expenses, thesis grants, and allowances for those with children. It represents an invaluable opportunity for talented students to further their education and contribute meaningfully to their communities upon return.
