Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2027/2028 in UK – Fully Funded Master’s | Deadline: 8 December 2026

Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2027/2028 in the UK – Fully Funded Master’s Scholarships

Application Opening Date: 10 November 2026
Application Deadline: 8 December 2026, at 16:00 GMT
Study Location: United Kingdom (UK)
Study Level: Master’s Degree
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
Eligible Applicants: Citizens of eligible Commonwealth countries, subject to the official eligibility list
Study Period: September/October 2027
Official Application Link: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-shared-scholarships-applications/

About the Commonwealth Shared Scholarships

Applications for the Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2027/2028 are scheduled to open on Tuesday, 10 November 2026. The programme supports talented students from eligible Commonwealth countries who wish to pursue a Master’s degree at participating universities in the United Kingdom.

The scholarships are jointly funded by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) and participating UK universities. They aim to support talented individuals who can contribute to sustainable development in their home countries after completing their studies.

Successful applicants will begin their studies in September or October 2027.

Benefits of the Scholarship

The Commonwealth Shared Scholarship offers comprehensive financial support, including:

• Full tuition fees: Coverage of approved university tuition fees.

• Return airfare: Approved travel from the scholar’s home country to the UK and back at the end of the award.

• Monthly living allowance: £1,712 per month, or £2,000 per month for scholars studying at universities in the London metropolitan area, at the rates stated in the announcement.

• Warm clothing allowance: Where applicable.

• Thesis and dissertation grant: Support towards eligible research and thesis preparation costs.

• Study travel grant: Assistance with approved study-related travel.

• TB test contribution: Support towards the cost of a mandatory tuberculosis test for visa applications, where applicable.

• Eligible child allowance: Certain widowed, divorced or single-parent scholars may qualify for child allowances, subject to the programme’s conditions.

Additional disability-related support may be available following an assessment of individual needs and eligibility.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible, applicants must generally:

1. Be a citizen of, or have been granted refugee status by, an eligible Commonwealth country.

2. Be permanently resident in an eligible Commonwealth country.

3. Be available to begin their studies in the UK in September 2027.

4. Hold a first degree equivalent to at least a UK upper second-class honours degree (2:1) by September 2027, or a lower second-class degree together with a relevant postgraduate qualification, usually a Master’s degree.

5. Be unable to afford to study in the UK without the scholarship.

6. Not have studied or worked for more than one academic year in a high-income country, in accordance with the programme’s eligibility rules.

7. Submit all required supporting documents in the specified format.

There is no age limit for Commonwealth Scholarship Commission applications. Applicants should, however, check the requirements of their chosen university and any relevant employment restrictions.

Are Rwandans Eligible?

Rwandan applicants should check the official list of eligible Commonwealth countries and the participating universities before applying. Eligibility should not be assumed solely on the basis of being a Rwandan citizen.

Applicants who meet the nationality, residency, academic and financial requirements may proceed if Rwanda is included in the applicable eligibility arrangements for the 2027/2028 programme.

Selection Criteria

Participating UK universities will assess applications and nominate candidates for consideration by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission.

Selection is based on:

• Academic merit.

• The quality of the proposed study or research.

• The potential impact of the applicant’s studies on the development of their home country.

Applicants should explain clearly how their proposed studies will help address development challenges in their home countries.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should follow these steps:

1. Review the official Commonwealth Shared Scholarships eligibility requirements.

2. Identify participating UK universities and eligible Master’s courses.

3. Prepare academic certificates, transcripts and other supporting documents required by the chosen university and scholarship programme.

4. Prepare a strong application explaining academic achievements, the proposed course of study and its potential development impact.

5. Submit the application through the official application process once applications open on 10 November 2026.

6. Ensure that the application is submitted before the deadline of 8 December 2026 at 16:00 GMT.

Important: Applicants should check the application instructions of their selected university, as participating universities conduct their own recruitment and nomination processes.

Application Deadline

The application deadline is 8 December 2026 at 16:00 GMT.

Applications are scheduled to open on 10 November 2026. Prospective applicants are encouraged to prepare their documents early and verify all requirements through the official scholarship website.

Apply Here

Official website: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-shared-scholarships-applications/

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