Scholarship of the month: Commonwealth master’s scholarship

September 15 2025
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TheCommonwealth master’s scholarshipallows <a href="https://jiuniversity.com/emu-job-fair-connects-students-with-career-opportunities/” title=”EMU job fair connects students with career opportunities”>students from Commonwealth countries to pursue a master’s degree in the UK

The deadline for submitting an application is 16:00 BST (15:00 GMT) on 14 October 2025. The scholarships are for UK-based studies beginning in September/October 2026

Students must submit their applications system will not be considered. 

There is a new application system for this year and it is recommended that applicants prepare their answers outside of the system before adding them to the form once they are finalised. Candidates should submit their applications as early as possible. 

Applicants must apply to a nominator, which will either be from the list of national nominating agencies or from selected national government organisations or charities. 

Students from 45 countries including India, Kenya, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nigeria and Sri Lanka are eligible to apply

The scholarship includes airfare to and from the scholars country of residence, full tuition fees, a living allowance, warm clothing allowance, a grant towards study-related travel in the UK and childcare allowance, based on circumstances. 

Successful applicants will hear about the outcome of their application in July 2026. 

Read more about international student scholarships here

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Source: www.timeshighereducation.com