Applications are now open for the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship (QECS) 2025/26, a prestigious fully funded scholarship program designed for students from Commonwealth countries. This unique initiative offers the chance to pursue a two-year Master’s degree in selected low- and middle-income Commonwealth nations, with all expenses covered.
The QECS is more than just a scholarship — it’s an opportunity for emerging leaders committed to driving change within their communities and beyond. Applicants from all Commonwealth countries are eligible, and there is no application fee.
Host Countries
Successful candidates will undertake their studies in one of the following countries:
- Fiji
- Mauritius
- Papua New Guinea
- South Africa
- Sri Lanka
Scholarship Summary
- Host Organization: Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Trust
- Degree Level: Master’s (2 years)
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 4th June 2025
What the QECS Covers
- Full tuition fees
- Monthly living allowance (stipend)
- Round-trip economy airfare
- Arrival allowance (one-time)
- Research support grant (optional; based on approval)
Participating Universities & Eligible Courses
Fiji – University of the South Pacific (USP)
- MSc Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geospatial Science, Marine Science
- MSc Mathematics, Physics, Computing Science, Information Systems, Engineering
- MA Environmental Management, Geography, Marine Management, Mathematics
Mauritius – University of Mauritius
- Master of Public Health (MPH)
Papua New Guinea – PNG University of Technology
- MArch Architecture
- MEng Civil, Mechanical, Communication Engineering
- MSc Agriculture, Forestry, Applied Physics, Climate Change & Renewable Energy
- MTech Exploratory Geophysics
South Africa – Tshwane University of Technology
- Master of Performing Arts, Education in Educational Technology, Public Affairs
- Master of Business Studies in Finance, Tourism Management
- Master of Engineering (Electrical, Management), Applied Sciences, Computing
Sri Lanka
- University of Colombo: MSc Cellular and Molecular Immunology, Molecular Life Sciences
- University of Sri Jayewardenepura: Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of a Commonwealth country
- Academic Background: Completed an undergraduate degree with at least a 2:1 (or equivalent)
- Age Limit: No upper age limit
- Study Mode: Full-time only
- Others: Final-year undergraduates are not eligible
How to Apply
- Review the list of eligible universities and available programs.
- Visit the official website of your chosen university to understand course requirements.
- Submit the QECS application via the official QECS portal.
- Apply separately to the university for admission to your chosen course.
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