بورسیه‌های Master’s کشورهای مشترک‌المنافع ۲۰۲۷/۲۸ – کاملاً تمویل‌شده در بریتانیا

Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships 2027/28 برای talented graduates از eligible low- and middle-income Commonwealth countries است تا full-time taught Master’s در universities بریتانیا بخوانند.

Funding

UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).

Administration

Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) under Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan.

Purpose

support candidates با

• strong academic/professional potential.
• leadership capacity.
• sustainable-development commitment.
• financial need that would otherwise prevent UK postgraduate study.
• plan to contribute to home-country development after graduation.

Applications Open

8 September 2026.

CSC Deadline

20 October 2026، 16:00 BST.

Important

Applicants must ALSO apply through an approved nominating agency. That agency may set an earlier internal deadline. Missing the agency deadline can end eligibility even while CSC Central is still open.

Expected Study Start

September/October 2027.

Nominating Agencies Submit Candidates

December 2026.

Expected Results

July 2027.

About the Scholarship

programme develops skilled professionals، researchers، innovators and future leaders who can contribute to social، economic and institutional development.

Development Objectives

• advanced specialist skills.
• sustainable development.
• stronger institutions.
• international collaboration.
• future leadership.
• practical impact in home countries.

CSC Development Themes

Scholarships operate under six CSC development themes. Applicant should identify the theme most connected to the proposed Master’s and explain:

• development challenge.
• course relevance.
• why UK study matters.
• how knowledge will be applied.
• who benefits.
• connection to sustainable development.

Study Type

• full-time taught Master’s.
• eligible UK university.
• course aligned with CSC development priorities.

Not Generally Funded

CSC FAQ indicates

• MBA programmes.
• research-based Master’s.

Applicants should verify current restrictions in official guidance.

Funding/Coverage

The scholarship is designed as a comprehensive award. Exact 2027/28 financial provisions must be checked in official CSC terms.

Funding arrangements may cover or regulate

• tuition fees.
• living/maintenance.
• travel.
• approved allowances.
• scholarship duration.
• university placement.
• visa/immigration.
• return arrangements after completion.

Applicants should rely on official 2027/28 CSC financial guidance for exact allowances rather than assuming every possible cost is covered.

General Eligibility

• Citizenship / Refugee Status:

Applicant must be

• citizen of an eligible Commonwealth country; OR
• granted refugee status by an eligible Commonwealth country; OR
• British Protected Person.

• Permanent Residence:

must be permanently resident in an eligible Commonwealth country.

• Academic Qualification:

Normally by relevant start date

• first degree at least upper second-class honours / 2:1 equivalent; OR
• lower second-class degree plus relevant postgraduate qualification، usually Master’s.

University programme-specific academic requirements must also be met.

• Financial Need:

programme is intended for people unable to afford UK study without scholarship support. Financial information must be truthful، specific and consistent.

• Availability:

must be able to begin study in September/October 2027. Consider graduation، admission، visa، passport and employment obligations.

Eligible Countries

Applicants must use current official CSC eligible-country list.

Examples include

Africa

Botswana، Eswatini، The Gambia، Ghana، Kenya، Lesotho، Malawi، Mauritius، Mozambique، Namibia، Nigeria، Rwanda، Sierra Leone، South Africa، Tanzania، Togo، Uganda، Zambia.

Asia

Bangladesh، India، Malaysia، Maldives، Pakistan، Sri Lanka.

Caribbean/Americas

Belize، Dominica، Grenada، Guyana، Jamaica، Saint Lucia، Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

Pacific/Small Island States

Fiji، Kiribati، Nauru، Papua New Guinea، Samoa، Solomon Islands، Tonga، Tuvalu، Vanuatu.

Other eligible countries/territories may appear in official list. CSC particularly welcomes applications from Small Island Developing States.

Agency-Nominated Process

This is NOT a direct-only CSC scholarship.

Applicant generally must complete

• CSC Central application.
• separate application through approved nominating agency/organization.

Two Nominator Types

• national nominating agencies.
• selected NGOs/charitable bodies.

National nominating agencies are the main route.

Step 1 – Find Nominating Agency

Check agency for your country.

Agency may set

• own form.
• earlier deadline.
• extra eligibility rules.
• extra documents.
• national selection.
• subject/development priorities.
• interview/screening procedures.

Meeting CSC general eligibility does not automatically mean meeting agency rules.

Step 2 – CSC Central

• create account.
• complete form.
• upload required documents.
• save frequently.
• use system navigation.
• avoid browser refresh/back where risky.
• unsaved data may be lost.
• submitted application cannot be edited.
• two-factor authentication may apply.
• avoid final-day traffic.

CSC provides template application form and guidance.

Step 3 – University Admission

Scholarship and university admission are separate.

Applicants should

• identify suitable UK universities.
• choose eligible taught Master’s.
• check academics and English.
• review tuition/duration.
• prepare personal/study statements.
• apply directly to university.
• seek admission early.

A university offer does not guarantee CSC scholarship.

Role of Nominating Agency

Agencies shortlist and nominate an agreed number of candidates.

They may assess

• academic performance.
• leadership.
• development impact.
• professional experience.
• proposed course.
• home-country contribution.
• financial need.
• national priorities.
• application quality.

Nomination does NOT guarantee scholarship. CSC makes final selection.

Selection Factors

Academic Merit

strong record and readiness for postgraduate study.

Development Impact

connect

• academic background.
• proposed Master’s.
• specific development challenge.
• future plan.
• expected home-country benefit.

Leadership Potential

can be shown through

• community initiatives.
• research.
• professional responsibility.
• volunteering.
• youth work.
• entrepreneurship.
• public service.
• advocacy.
• education.
• civil society.

Concrete examples are stronger than generic claims.

Home-Country Contribution

realistic plans may involve

• public policy.
• education.
• healthcare.
• research.
• agriculture.
• technology.
• climate/environment.
• governance.
• economic development.
• social innovation.
• civil society.
• private-sector development.

Financial Circumstances

must reflect why UK study is unaffordable without support.

Choosing a UK Course

Consider

• course relevance.
• faculty expertise.
• research centres.
• practical opportunities.
• partnerships.
• graduate outcomes.
• student support.
• course modules.
• assessment.
• dissertation/project.
• placement.
• campus/start date.
• admission requirements.

Rankings alone should not drive selection.

Typical Documents/Information

• academic certificates.
• transcripts.
• degree classification.
• CV/resume.
• personal statement.
• study/development-impact statement.
• references.
• citizenship evidence.
• permanent-residence evidence.
• passport/ID.
• English proof if required.
• university/course information.
• admission details.
• employment/professional history.
• publications، awards، leadership evidence.

Keep names، dates، qualifications and employment details consistent across documents.

Strong Application Advice

• start early.
• distinguish agency deadline from CSC deadline.
• research course deeply.
• link course to specific development challenge.
• show evidence of past impact.
• provide measurable/clear examples where possible.
• prepare realistic future plan.
• verify every eligibility/document requirement before submission.

Examples of Development Challenges

• education systems.
• public health.
• climate resilience.
• inclusive economic growth.
• digital transformation.
• governance.
• technology access.
• agricultural productivity.
• gender inequality.
• research/innovation.

Warnings

• nomination is not final award.
• agency rules can differ.
• late CSC submissions may not be accepted.
• submitted applications cannot be edited.
• beware third-party fraud.
• use official CSC site/system.
• CSC warns it does not ask applicants to attend in-person screening events as part of scholarship selection.

How to Apply

• Review official Commonwealth Master’s page.
• Confirm eligible country.
• Identify national nominating agency/approved organization.
• Check its internal deadline/extra requirements.
• Research eligible taught Master’s courses.
• Prepare academic/personal/professional documents.
• Create CSC Central account.
• Complete CSC form.
• Upload documents and submit before CSC deadline.
• Complete agency application.
• Apply to university early.
• Monitor communications.

Key Dates

• Open: 8 Sep 2026
• CSC deadline: 20 Oct 2026، 16:00 BST
• Agency nominations: Dec 2026
• Results expected: Jul 2027
• Study: Sep/Oct 2027

Most Important Reminder

Your nominating agency may close earlier than 20 October 2026.

The Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships are intended for candidates from eligible low- and middle-income Commonwealth countries.