Commonwealth Masters Scholarships
- Application period closes
- This scholarship deadline has now passed (Tuesday 15 October 2024)
- Entry
- 2025
Funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships enable talented and motivated individuals to gain the knowledge and skills required for sustainable development, and are aimed at those who could not otherwise afford to study in the UK.
Value of award (per year)
Includes tuition fees, inward and homeward airfares, visa costs and a living allowance.
Duration of award
This award is available for 1 year of postgraduate study.
At what stage of my course application can I apply for this scholarship?
We recommend applying for your course at the University of St Andrews before or soon after you apply for the scholarship. Please visit the Commonwealth Scholarships website for more details on the application process.
Application restrictions
Study level
Available to students studying at:
Domicile for fee status
Application assessment
Available to
Mode of study
Geographical criteria
Additional criteria
Commonwealth citizens, refugees, or British protected persons, and permanently resident in an eligible Commonwealth country. For the list of eligible countries please visit the Commonwealth Scholarships website.
How to apply
You must apply through the CSC's online application, and also through your nominating agency in your home country. Further details about the application process for applicants who wish to study in the UK can be found on the Commonwealth Scholarships website.