Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship

Introduction to Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship

A Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship is a unique opportunity to study for a two-year Master’s degree in low or middle-income countries of the Commonwealth.

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, to broaden horizons, and to 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.

Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship Details

Who can apply? International Students (Check out the list of eligible countries at the end).

Scholarship offered by? Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth

Host Country(s)/Regions: Srilanka, South Pacific, South Africa, Papua New Guinea, Namibia.

Host Institution(s): The Universities in the above regions (Check out the list of Universities below).

Level of the Study: Masters / MS / MPhil

Scholarship worth: Fully Funded

Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship Benefits/Financial Coverage

These scholarships are providing fully-funded awards to the selected students which are:

The scholarship will cover full tuition fees.
A return ticket (economy class).
An arrival allowance
Living allowance
Health insurance
A regular stipend

These benefits do not apply to distance learning courses.

Eligibility Criteria for Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship

To apply for this scholarship, the applicant must hold refugee status in or a permanent citizen of one of the members in Commonwealth countries other than the country you are applying.
The applicant must have completed a bachelor’s (undergraduate) degree or equivalent.

Required Documents

Make sure that you have the following documentation to upload to your application:

High school certificate
Undergraduate transcript (and graduation certificate)
Two reference letters– preferably academic
Scan of passport or national ID card
Proof of English language ability if English is not your first language (English Proficiency certificate or IELTS or TOEFL)