Commonwealth Distance Learning Master’s Scholarships 2025/2026

 Commonwealth Distance Learning Master’s Scholarships 2025/2026 — a fantastic opportunity for individuals from eligible Commonwealth countries to pursue a UK Master’s degree online, fully funded.

🗓️ Application Deadline

 • Deadline: Tuesday, 20 May 2025, at 16:00 GMT.  

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To apply, you must:

 • Be a citizen of, or have been granted refugee status by, an eligible Commonwealth country, or be a British Protected Person.

 • Be permanently resident in a developing Commonwealth country.

 • Hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) standard. A lower qualification and sufficient relevant experience may be considered in certain cases.

 • Be unable to afford to study the program without this scholarship.  

🎯 What the Scholarship Covers

 • Full tuition fees.

 • Study grants where required.

 • Access to UK university resources and support.

 • Some programs may include funded opportunities for short residential visits to the UK.  

📚 Eligible Courses & Universities

The scholarship supports a wide range of Master’s programs aligned with six CSC development themes, such as:

 • Science and technology for development

 • Strengthening health systems and capacity

 • Promoting global prosperity

 • Strengthening global peace, security, and governance

 • Strengthening resilience and response to crises

 • Access, inclusion, and opportunity  

Participating UK universities include:

 • University of Edinburgh

 • University of London

 • University of Manchester

 • Cranfield University

 • University of Leeds

 • Open University

 • London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM)  

For a full list of approved courses and participating universities, visit the CSC’s eligible courses page. 

📝 How to Apply

 1. Apply for admission to an eligible Master’s course at a participating UK university.

 2. Submit a scholarship application through the CSC’s online application system.

Required documents:

 • Proof of citizenship or refugee status.

 • Full transcripts of higher education qualifications.

 • References from at least two individuals, on institutional letterhead or with official email addresses.

 • Development Impact Statement detailing how your studies will benefit your home country.  

💡 Pro Tips

 • Start early: Gather your documents and references well before the deadline.

 • Tailor your Development Impact Statement: Clearly articulate how your studies will contribute to the development of your home country.

 • Check university-specific requirements: Some programs may have additional criteria or earlier application deadlines.