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Published: 28 Nov 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.
Through cultural exchange and academic collaboration, Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholars help bring about positive change and find solutions to the shared challenges we face - both in their home countries and those that host them. As an active part of the Commonwealth network, scholars will help shape its future.
Each year there are two opportunities to apply for QECS – cycle 1 opens in November/December and cycle 2 opens in March/April. You only need to submit one application, but you are welcome to apply more than once if there is another country you are interested in studying in.
| Application Deadline | January 14, 2026 |
| Funding Type | Fully Funded |
| Country to study | Antigua and Barbuda, Bangladesh, Barbados, Jamaica, Kenya, Mauritius, Uganda |
| Type | Masters |
| Sponsor | The Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) |
We strongly advise all applicants to read the the application guidance and FAQs pages before starting an application.
Check also:
Queen Elizabeth Scholarship (How to Apply)
For more information, kindly visit Queen Elizabeth Commonweatlh webpage.
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