2022: Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships for Developing Countries
Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships are offered for citizens of certain developing Commonwealth countries.
These scholarships are funded by the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), with the aim of contributing to the UK’s international development aims and wider overseas interests, supporting excellence in UK higher education, and sustaining the principles of the Commonwealth.
About Commonwealth Scholarships
The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the United Kingdom (CSC) administers the major UK government scholarship program, which is focused on international development.
The CSC is a non-departmental executive organization that is funded by the Department of International Development (DFID).
The Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) is the structure within which the CSC operates, and it is a clear example of the United Kingdom’s long-term commitment to the Commonwealth.
By assisting future leaders and innovators from around the Commonwealth.
Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships
| Type | Masters |
| Organisation | Commonwealth Scholarships |
| Country to study | United Kingdom |
| School to study– | |
| Course to study | Not specified |
| State of Origin | |
| Gender | All |
| Application Deadline | March 15, 2022 |
Benefits of Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships
The scholarship must cover all elements of the award, including:
- Course tuition fees
- Grant to contribute to study-related costs
- Partnership development costs
- Any UK residential programme(s)
Where a university intends to run a UK residential programme as part of the course, the university is expected to provide at least the following level of support:
- Return travel from the Scholar’s home country to the UK location
- Cost of UK visa
- Maintenance stipend of £1,133 per month (£1,390 for Scholars in London), to be paid for the full duration of the UK residential. These amounts are set by the UK government for all students on government-funded scholarships, and increase annually.
Qualification Requirements for Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships
To be considered for one of these scholarships, you must:
- Be a British Protected Person or a citizen of an eligible Commonwealth country who has been given refugee status.
- Be a permanent resident of a Commonwealth country that qualifies.
- A first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) quality is required; but, in some situations, a lower qualification and sufficient relevant experience may be acceptable.
- Without this scholarship, you would be unable to afford to pursue your chosen course.
- The CSC’s mission is to find talented people who have the ability to make a difference. We are committed to an equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy, and we welcome applications from a wide spectrum of people.
Application Deadline
March 15, 2022
How to Apply
You must apply to study an eligible master’s course at a UK university that is participating in the Distance Learning scheme. Click here for a list of participating universities and eligible courses.
You must also apply and secure admission to your university course in addition to applying for a Distance Learning Scholarship.
You must check with your chosen university for their specific advice on when to apply, admission requirements, and rules for applying.
You must make your application using the CSC’s online application system, in addition to any other application that you are required to complete by your chosen university.
The CSC will not accept any applications that are not submitted via the online application system.
You can apply for more than one course and/or to more than one university, but you may only accept one offer of a Distance Learning Scholarship.
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