Commonwealth Shared Scholarships (University of Bath)

Scholarship Overview

The Commonwealth Shared Scholarships Scheme (CSS) is a joint initiative between the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) and the University, to provide scholarships for students from developing Commonwealth countries.

Applicable course, university, and country

This scholarship is applicable for Masters Degree. This scholarship is applicable for the following courses in University of Bath in UK:

• Master of Science in Molecular Biosciences (Microbiology)
• Master of Science in Molecular Biosciences (Biotechnology)
• Master of Science in Environmental Engineering
• Msc in International Development with Economics
• Msc in International Development with Conflict and Humanitarian Action
• Msc in International Development, Social Justice and Sustainability
• Software Systems Master of Science
• Master of Science International Development
• Master of Science International Development with Conflict and Humanitarian Action
• Master of Science International Development with Economics
• Master of Science International Development, Social Justice and Sustainability
• Master of Science Molecular Biosciences (Biotechnology)
• Master of Science Molecular Biosciences (Microbiology)
• Master of Science Environmental Engineering

Scholarship amount details

• Max scholarship per student: Pound 23,000 => Rs 23,16,100
• Conversion rate used: 1 Pound = Rs. 100.70
• Scholarship amount will be given: One Time

Additional Information:

• The total amount payout includes Tuition (Pound 23000) and Living expense
• The scheme will also provide the following benefits to the students:
• Approved airfare from your home country to the UK and return at the end of your award (arranged by the university; funded by the CSC)
• Warm clothing allowance
• Study travel grant towards the costs of study-related travel within the UK or overseas (claimed from and paid by the university; funded by the CSC)
• Excess baggage allowance, up to an annual approved limit, when returning home (claimed from and paid by the university; funded by the CSC)
• Stipend (living allowance) at the rate of Pound 1,116 per month, or Pound 1,369 per month for those studying at universities in the London metropolitan area – paid and funded by the university

Scholarship amount can be used for:

Type of Expense	Indicates if the scholarship can be used for this type of expense
Application	✕ Not covered in scholarship
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
Others	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this

Eligible student nationality

India, United Kingdom, Australia, Singapore, New Zealand, Canada, Malaysia, Fiji, Mauritius, Cyprus, Malta, Barbados, Guyana, Bahamas, Belize, Botswana, Brunei, Cameroon, Dominica, Ghana, Grenada, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nigeria, Pakistan, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Samoa, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, SolomonIslands, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Uganda

Appication Process for this scholarship

To apply for the Commonwealth Shared Scholarships Scheme, you must:

• apply using the CSC’s online application system
• secure admission to your chosen course by applying to study
• You must hold an offer to study one of the eligible courses

Application Link:

Not available

Additional Information:

No specific information mentioned

Application Documents:

• LOR
• Work Experience
• Official transcripts
• Passport
• Certificate of English Language Proficiency Test

Important Dates & FAQ info:

Info	Date
Scholarship Deadline	Not Available

Scholarship Eligibility

To apply for this 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, or remotely if required, by the start of the UK academic year in September/October
• Hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) standard, or a second class degree 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
• Have provided all supporting documentation in the required format

Applications will be considered according to the following selection criteria:

• Academic merit of the candidate
• The potential impact of the study on the development of the candidate’s home country

Scholarship Restriction:

No Special Restriction applicable

Exams Details:

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

Additional Information:

• Each participating UK university will conduct its own recruitment process to select a specified number of candidates to be awarded Commonwealth Shared Scholarships
• The CSC will then confirm that these candidates meet the eligibility criteria for this scheme

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 all countries.

What is the minimum Qualification Required?

The students must have completed their bachelor’s or equivalent degree from a recognized institution.

What is the procedure for applying?

Students will be auto-considered for this scholarship when they apply for the courses on which this scholarship is applicable. No separate application is needed.

What are the documents required for filling the forms?

Official transcripts, Letter of Recommendation, Work Experience, Passport.

What is the duration of the Scholarship?

Not available.