Deadline: June 4, 2025.

The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS)  offer a unique opportunity to study a two-year Master’s degree in a low or middle-income Commonwealth country.

Aimed at students who are committed to creating change in their communities, the scholarships are a life-changing opportunity to experience a new country and culture, to broaden horizons, and to build a global network that will last a lifetime.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

1. Citizens (or those who hold refugee status) in a Commonwealth country are welcome to apply.
2. There is no upper age limit to be eligible for a QECS Award.
3. You must have attained a minimum of 2:1 (or equivalent) at undergraduate level to be eligible to apply.

BENEFITS

• Fully-funded tuition fees
• Living allowance (stipend) for duration of award
• Return economy flights to host country
• One-off arrival allowance
• Research Support Grant (on request only; subject to approval)

APPLICATION

1. Look through the list of countries and universities hosting scholarships in this cycle. Please note that only the courses listed are eligible for scholarship funding.
2. Visit the relevant university website for more information on your chosen course using the links included below.
3. Complete and submit a QECS application for your chosen university/course by clicking the ‘Apply now’ button. Once you’ve clicked apply, you’ll be directed to a log in page. If you don’t already have a myACU account, click get ‘get started’ in the right hand corner of the page to start your application.
4. Submit an application to your chosen university for admission to your chosen course.

Find more information on the OFFICIAL LINK