Commonwealth PhD Scholarships 2025 – Fully Funded UK Study Opportunity
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Are you a talented graduate from a developing Commonwealth country? The Commonwealth PhD Scholarships 2025 offer a life-changing opportunity to pursue a fully funded PhD in the United Kingdom. If you're passionate about research and ready to make a difference in your country, this is your chance!
What are Commonwealth PhD Scholarships?
These prestigious scholarships are funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). They are intended to support students from low- and middle-income countries who would not otherwise be able to study in the UK.
Benefits of the Scholarship
- Full tuition fees
- Round-trip airfare to and from the UK
- Monthly living allowance (stipend)
- Research travel grant (if applicable)
- Warm clothing & thesis grant
- Family allowances for dependents (in some cases)
Fields of Study
Priority areas include:
- Science and technology for development
- Strengthening health systems
- Promoting global prosperity
- Strengthening global peace, security, and governance
- Strengthening resilience and response to crises
- Access, inclusion, and opportunity
Who Can Apply?
- Citizen of a Commonwealth country (e.g., Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria)
- Permanently resident in an eligible country
- Available to begin study in the UK in September/October 2025
- Hold a Master's degree or equivalent
- Not previously studied in the UK on a government-funded scholarship
Application Deadline
Expected Deadline: October 17, 2024
How to Apply
Submit your application via:
- Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) Portal
- Sometimes also through your country’s national nominating agency
Tips for Applicants
- Start early with your research proposal
- Request strong academic references
- Make sure your goals align with your country’s development needs
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