UK Government / FCDO (Commonwealth Scholarship Commission)
Commonwealth PhD Scholarship
The Commonwealth PhD Scholarship is a fully-funded scholarship from UK Government / FCDO (Commonwealth Scholarship Commission) for PhD, pursuing any field in United Kingdom. Deadline: Annual cycle; nominations typically due around December for September entry.
- Funding
- Fully Funded
- Degree levels
- PhD, up to 36 months)
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Funded by
- government
Key Facts at a Glance
- Amount
- Full tuition, £1,452/month stipend (£1,781 in London), return airfare and grants
- Deadline
- Annual cycle; nominations typically due around December for September entry
- Host countries
- United Kingdom
- Fields
- Any field
Eligibility Criteria
Citizens or residents of eligible least developed and low-income Commonwealth countries Academic Requirements Nationality Requirements Language Requirements You'll need to meet the English language requirement of your chosen UK university and PhD programme. The Commission and your host institution set the accepted tests and scores, so confirm what your specific university expects and make sure you can meet it before nomination.
Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition fees, paid under the Commission's agreements with UK universities.
- A monthly living stipend of £1,452, rising to £1,781 if you study in the London area.
- Return economy airfare from your home country to the UK at the start and end of your award.
- A study travel grant toward research, conferences or study-related travel.
- A warm clothing allowance where applicable, plus a thesis grant where relevant.
- One paid mid-term visit home for eligible scholars, and a fieldwork return flight where your research requires it.
- Family allowances where applicable, including a spouse allowance and children's allowances.
Important Dates & Deadlines
Annual cycle; nominations typically due around December for September entry
Verify eligibility and deadlines on the official scholarship page before applying.