COMmONWEALTH SCHOLARSHIP

 The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK (CSC) offers various scholarships for postgraduate studies in the UK, including Commonwealth Shared Scholarships and Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships. These scholarships are typically awarded to citizens or permanent residents of eligible Commonwealth countries, particularly those in developing nations. 

Key aspects of Commonwealth Scholarships:

• Eligibility:

  Applicants must generally be citizens or permanent residents of a Commonwealth country, hold a first degree of at least upper second-class (2:1) standard, and be unable to afford to study in the UK without a scholarship. 
Application Process:
Applications are typically submitted through the CSC's online application system. 
Selection:
Selections are made from a pool of nominations. 
Deadline:
Nominators may set their own closing dates for applications, and they nominate candidates to the CSC by December 2024. Applicants can expect to hear the outcome of their applications by July 2025. 
Funding:
Commonwealth scholarships cover tuition fees, a living allowance, and sometimes airfare. 

Specific scholarship types:

Commonwealth Shared Scholarships:
Offered under the CSC's six development themes, these scholarships are aimed at students who can make a significant contribution to development. 
Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships:
These scholarships support students pursuing postgraduate degrees in the UK without having to physically relocate. 
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships:
Awarded by the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), these scholarships aim to support students who are committed to creating change in their communities. 

To learn more and apply:

Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK (CSC): Visit the CSC website.
British Council: Visit the British Council website.
Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU): Visit the ACU website.