The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) offer a unique opportunity to study for a two-year master’s degree in a low or middle-income Commonwealth country.
Aimed at students who are committed to creating change in their communities, the scholarships are a life-changing opportunity to experience a new country and culture, broaden horizons, and build a global network that will last a lifetime.
Through cultural exchange and academic collaboration, Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholars help bring about positive change and find solutions to the shared challenges we face – both in their home countries and those that host them. As an active part of the Commonwealth network, scholars will help shape its future.
Each year there are two opportunities to apply for QECS – cycle 1 opens in November/December and cycle 2 opens in March/April. You only need to submit one application, but you are welcome to apply more than once if there is another country you are interested in studying in.
Scholarship Details:
- Host Country(s): England and Wales
- University(s): Commonwealth Universities
- Sponsor: commonwealth
- Eligible Country(s): low or middle-income Commonwealth country
- Scholarship Coverage: Fully funded.
- Duration: 2 Years
- Level: Master’s degree
- Deadline: 10 January 2024
Commonwealth Fully Funded Scholarship Benefits of Queen Elizabeth
- Full tuition fees will be covered.
- The QECS scholarship will cover living expenses.
- The scholarship will cover economy return tickets.
- The scholarship will also provide an access allowance.
- A research grant will be provided.
Terms and conditions
- Candidates must be citizens or refugees or permanent residents from the eligible commonwealth country.
- Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree.
- Candidates of all ages can apply.
How to apply for QEC scholarship
- Fully funded tuition fees
- Living allowance (stipend) for the duration of the award
- Return economy flights to the host country.
- One-off arrival allowance
- Research Support Grant (on request only; subject to approval)
We strongly advise all applicants to read the application guidance and FAQ pages before starting an application.
Applications for Cycle 1 are now closed.
Applications for Cycle 2 will open in the coming months. Please keep an eye on the ACU’s social media channels for more details.
Additional Information
- Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships are made possible by the generous support of The Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) endowment fund. Find out more about the CSFP endowment fund
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