Commonwealth Shared Scholarship

Scholarship Overview

The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK (CSC) provides the UK government scholarship scheme led by international development objectives. It operates within the framework of the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) and offers a vivid demonstration of the UK’s enduring commitment to the Commonwealth. By attracting individuals with outstanding talent and identifiable potential from all backgrounds and supporting them to become leaders and innovators on returning to their home countries, the CSC’s work combines sustainable development with the UK national interest and provides opportunities for international partnerships and collaboration.

Applicable course, university, and country

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larship is applicable for Masters Degree. This scholarship is applicable for the following courses in Liverpool Hope University in UK:

• Master of Science in Ecology and Environmental Management
• Master of Arts in Disability Studies
• Master of Arts in Education
• Master of Science in Robotics Engineering

Scholarship amount details

The scholarship covers the full cost of postgraduate tuition fees, return flights to and from the UK, and a monthly allowance for living costs.

Conversion rate used: 1 Pound = Rs. 104.90 (last updated 7th December 2023).

Scholarship amount will be given: One Time

Scholarship amount can be used for:

Type of Expense	Indicates if the scholarship can be used for this type of expense
Tuition & Fees	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Living Expense	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Accommodation	× Not covered in scholarship
Air Fare/Travel Expenses	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Spouse/Child Care	× Not covered in scholarship
Health Cover	× Not covered in scholarship
Application	× Not covered in scholarship
Others	× Not covered in scholarship

Number of students to be awarded:

2

Eligible student nationality

India, Bangladesh, Guyana, Cameroon, Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Rwanda, Samoa, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Zambia

Appication Process for this scholarship

Applicants must make their application using the CSC’s Electronic Application System (EAS)

Application Documents:

Type of documents	Indicates if this type of document is required to be submitted
University Transcripts	Required
Passport	Required

Scholarship Application: This scholarship needs a separate external application.

Important Dates & FAQ info:

Info	Date
Scholarship application open	Not Available
Scholarship Deadline	Dec 13th, 2023
Scholarship Decision date	Not Available
Interview Date	Not Available
FAQ Link:	https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/commonwealth-scholarships-frequently-asked-questions/
Contact email:	Not Available
Contact number:	Not Available

 

Additional Information:

• While applying, applicants will need to sign to say that they:
• Have not studied for one (academic) year or more in a high income (developed) country
• Have not worked for one year or more in a high income (developed) country
• Are themselves, or through their family, unable to pay to study in the UK (your home university may be asked to state its procedures for verifying their financial status)
• Will return to their home country within one month of the end date of their award

Scholarship Eligibility

To apply for a Commonwealth Shared Scholarship, applicants 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 an eligible Commonwealth country
• Be available to start your academic studies in the UK by the start of the UK academic year in September
• By September, hold a first degree of at least upper second-class (2:1) honours standard, or a lower second-class degree (2:2) and a relevant postgraduate qualification (usually a Master’s degree)
• Not have studied or worked for one (academic) year or more in a high-income country
• Be unable to afford to study at a UK university without this scholarship

Special Restrictions: Must return to home country after course completion.

Exams Details:

Exam name	Indicates if exam is required and cutoff (if any)
12th	Required
UG	Required (minimum score 60.0%)

The rating is done considering various factors

Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions about the scholarship are:

Who can apply for the Scholarship?

The scholarship is applicable to students from various countries.

What is the minimum Qualification Required?

The students must have completed their bachelor’s education from a recognized institution.

What is the procedure for applying?

This scholarship needs a separate external application.

What are the documents required for filling the forms?

Official transcripts.

What is the duration of the Scholarship?

One Time