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Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) 2024/25 [Updated]

Are you a student looking for an opportunity to study a two-year Master’s degree in a low or middle-income Commonwealth country? The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) 2024/25 (cycle 2) is now open for applications. This scholarship offers a life-changing experience to explore a new country, culture, and build a global network.

Summary:

Scholarship Sponsor(s): Association of Commonwealth Universities
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
Host Institution(s): Universities in Commonwealth countries
Scholarship Worth: See Scholarship benefits (below)
Number of Awards: Several
Study Level: Postgraduate (Masters)
Nationality: Commonwealth countries

Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships 2024 | Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) 2024/2025, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Applicants must be citizens or those who hold refugee status in a Commonwealth country.
Applicants must apply for a QECS award in a country other than their home country.
Applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree and have a 2:1 equivalent at the time of application.
Applicants must demonstrate excellent research abilities.

Scholarship Benefits

Fully-funded tuition fees
Living allowance (stipend) for duration of award
Return economy flights to the host country
An arrival allowance
(Research support grant – on request only; subject to approval)

Application Procedures

How-to-Apply: Interested applicants must review the list of countries and universities hosting scholarships in this cycle. They should then complete and submit a QECS application for their chosen university/course.