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FAWE COMMONWEALTH SCHOLARSHIPS 2027

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Application Deadline: Tuesday, 20 October 2026, at 16:00 GMT

LOCATION: United Kingdom

Are you ready to take your academic journey to the next level? FAWE has once again been selected as a nominating agency for the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) in the UK, offering opportunities for eligible students from selected FAWE network countries to pursue:

Master’s Scholarships—one-year study in the UK, and

PhD Scholarships

ELIGIBILITY:

Eligible countries

Master’s: Eswatini, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, The Gambia, Togo, Uganda, and Zambia.

PhD: Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, The Gambia, Togo, Uganda, and Zambia.

Important: When completing your online application, you must select FAWE as your nominating agency.

Application deadline: Tuesday, 20 October 2026, at 16:00 GMT

All applicants must complete and submit the CSC application form through the Electronic Application System (EAS) by the deadline.

Applications submitted directly to the CSC will not be accepted.

Applicants should also ensure that all required supporting documents are submitted, including proof of citizenship/refugee status, academic transcripts, and references. PhD applicants must also provide a supporting statement from a proposed UK supervisor.

EAS application guides and information:

Master’s:
https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-masters-scholarships/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

PhD:
https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-phd-scholarships-for-least-developed-countries-and-fragile-states/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Questions or need clarification?
Email: fawescholarships@fawe.org 

This could be your opportunity to learn, lead, and make an even greater contribution to your community and continent.
Apply now and take the next step towards your future!

BENEFIT:

Fully Funded to United Kingdom

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master's, Opportunities, Scholarships

ARC–GLOBAL SHIELD SOLUTIONS PLATFORM (GSSP) SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME

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Application Deadline: 07 October 2026 at 23h59 GMT

LOCATION: Multiple Regions

The ARC–GSSP Scholarship Programme supports outstanding African students pursuing advanced studies in actuarial science, risk management, and related disciplines that strengthen Africa’s resilience
to climate change.

This initiative is a partnership between ARC Ltd. and the Global Shield Solutions Platform (GSSP), with the goal of preparing a new generation of leaders who will drive African solutions to African challenges

ELIGIBILITY:

The ARC-GSSP Scholarship Programme is looking for talented African students with the academic background and potential to contribute to Africa’s resilience and risk management capacity.
To be eligible, applicants must:

Be a citizen of an African Union member state.

Hold a relevant undergraduate degree in fields such as actuarial science, disaster risk management, mathematics, statistics, engineering, environmental management, or a related discipline.

Apply for an eligible full-time postgraduate programme.

Meet the admission requirements of the selected partner university.

Have secured, or be in the process of obtaining, admission to an eligible programme at a partner university

Meet all other scholarship requirements.

Commit to working in Africa for two years after graduation.

Complete an internship in accordance with the programme requirements.

BENEFIT:

The ARC–GSSP Scholarship Programme provides selected scholars with comprehensive support towards their postgraduate studies:

Comprehensive scholarship support: Full tuition coverage for up to two years of postgraduate study, together with a living stipend, travel support, and other eligible expenses, subject to the terms and conditions of the scholarship.

Mentorship and career support: Scholars receive opportunities for mentorship and career development to help them make the most of their academic and professional journey.

Internship opportunity: Scholars have the opportunity to undertake an internship through ARC Ltd. and its partner networks.

A pathway to impact: The programme is designed not only to support academic achievement but also to develop professionals who can apply their knowledge to strengthen Africa’s resilience to climate and disaster risks.

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