The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS)  offer a unique opportunity to study a two-year Master’s degree in a low or middle-income Commonwealth country.

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.

ELIGIBILITY:

Citizens (or those who hold refugee status) in a Commonwealth country are welcome to apply.

Applicants must apply for a QECS award in a country other than their home country/country of citizenship. Refugees should apply as if they were a citizen of the country that has offered them refugee status.

There is no upper age limit to be eligible for a QECS Award.

You must have attained a minimum of 2:1 (or equivalent) at undergraduate level to be eligible to apply..

You must have already completed your degree and have graduated with an equivalent of a 2:1 at the time of application. You will be asked to provide a copy of your final transcript and degree certificate.

The QECS will fund Master’s courses with a maximum duration of up to two years.

BENEFIT:

Fully-funded tuition fees

Living allowance (stipend) for duration of award

Return economy flights to host country

One-off arrival allowance

Research Support Grant (on request only; subject to approval)