Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2027/28, Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK

If you are a strong graduate from a developing Commonwealth country and want to do a Master's in the UK but could not otherwise afford it, this scholarship is worth a serious look. The Commonwealth Shared Scholarships are a UK government-backed scheme run by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) for one-year Master's study starting in September/October 2027. You need to be a citizen of, or have refugee status in, one of the eligible countries (including India, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka) and live there permanently. You should hold, or expect to hold by September 2027, at least a 2:1 degree. You should not have studied or worked for more than a year in a high-income country. There is no age limit, and work experience is not required. The award covers full tuition fees, an approved return airfare, and a monthly living stipend of £1,712, or £2,000 if your university is in the London area. Applications close at 16:00 GMT on 8 December 2026 through the CSC's online system, CSC Central. You will upload your passport or ID, full transcripts and at least two references, and write a personal statement and study plan. Start by browsing the approved course list and applying for admission to your chosen university. Then draft your answers outside the system and apply early.