Overview
The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) provide a life-changing opportunity for students to pursue a fully-funded two-year Master’s degree in a low or middle-income Commonwealth country.
Designed for individuals dedicated to creating positive change in their communities, QECS scholars will benefit from cultural exchange, academic collaboration, and the chance to develop a global network that lasts a lifetime.
By addressing shared global challenges, QECS scholars actively contribute to their home and host countries’ development.
Applications for QECS 2025 open twice annually:
- Cycle 1: November/December
- Cycle 2: March/April
Applicants can submit one application per cycle but are welcome to reapply in subsequent cycles for other host countries.
What Does the Scholarship Cover?
- Fully-funded tuition fees.
- Living allowance (stipend) for the duration of the award.
- Return economy flights to the host country.
- One-off arrival allowance.
- Research Support Grant (available on request, subject to approval).
Important: Applicants should thoroughly review the Application Guidance and FAQs before starting the application process.
How to Apply
- Explore the list of eligible countries and universities hosting QECS scholarships for this cycle.
- Visit your chosen university’s website for detailed course information.
- Submit your QECS application via the Apply Now link. Create a myACU account if you don’t have one.
- Simultaneously, apply for admission to your selected university and course.
Universities Hosting QECS in Cycle 1
1. University of Eswatini (Eswatini)
- Courses:
MA African Languages and Linguistics, MA History, MSc Computer Science, MSc Mathematics, and more. - Entry Requirements:
Undergraduate degree relevant to the chosen programme. Additional requirements are listed in the University Calendar. - Course Start Date: 18 August 2025
- Contact: bodlamini@uneswa.ac.sz
- Apply Now
2. University of the West Indies (UWI) – Jamaica
- Campuses and Programmes:
- Cave Hill Campus (Barbados): LLM Competition Law, MSc Gender Studies, MPH Public Health.
- Mona Campus (Jamaica): MA Cultural Studies, MSc Biomedical Research, MSc Sport Management.
- St. Augustine Campus (Trinidad and Tobago): MSc Data Science, MSc Aviation Management.
- Entry Requirements: Visit uwi.edu for specific details by campus.
- Course Start Date: 24 August 2025
- Contact: gsr@uwi.edu
- Apply Now
More Universities: For the complete list of participating universities, visit the official QECS website.
Applications Open: 19 November 2024
Applications Close: 14 January 2025
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