The Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarship provides fully funded opportunities for students from developing Commonwealth countries to study part-time Master’s degrees online with UK universities. This initiative supports individuals with the potential to drive positive change in their home regions.
Scholarship Details:
- Location: United Kingdom (distance mode)
- Study Level: Master’s
- Format: Online learning
- Eligible Regions: Commonwealth Countries
- Benefits: Full tuition + up to £18,000 in support funding
- Application Deadline: May 20, 2025
Key Themes:
Scholarships are available across programs that contribute to:
- Scientific and technological advancement
- Strengthening health infrastructure
- Economic development and prosperity
- Promoting peace and governance
- Responding to global emergencies
- Expanding access and social inclusion
Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify, candidates must:
- Be citizens or refugees of a Commonwealth nation
- Reside in a developing Commonwealth country
- Have a university degree (2:1 or equivalent experience)
- Show they are unable to fund the program independently
- Exhibit a strong potential for development impact
What’s Covered:
- Tuition fees for the full course
- Study material costs
- Any UK-based short-term components (travel, visa, and stipends for stay)
- The maximum funding provided by the CSC is £18,000
Application Process:
Interested individuals should:
- Apply for admission into a listed Master’s program at a participating UK institution
- Submit a separate application for the Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarship through the CSC portal
- Ensure all materials, including references and transcripts, are submitted by May 20, 2025
Documents Required:
- National identification or passport
- Academic records and transcripts
- Employment history and relevance to the chosen program
- Two recommendation letters, including one from a current employer
- A detailed personal development impact statement
Be sure to check the list of eligible programs and participating universities before submitting your application.
Click here to apply: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-distance-learning-scholarships-candidates/
