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.
The Queen Elizabeth Scholarship is fully funded; it covers the full tuition, accommodation, living stipends, travel costs, as well as a one-off arrival allowance for all successful applicants.
In this post, Scholarship Region will highlight for you in simple terms, the details, requirements, benefits, and the method of application for the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship.
Host Country: Commonwealth Association, UK
Eligible Countries: Commonwealth Countries
Reward: Full Scholarship | Accommodation | Living Stipends
No IELTS Required
Deadline: June 4, 2025
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship Details:
Aimed at students who are committed to creating change in their communities, the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth 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.
Before submitting an application please review the available courses, host institutions and entry requirements below. We strongly advise applicants to read all of the application guidance and FAQs carefully before starting an application.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth 2024 Scholarship:
- The candidate must be a citizen of a Commonwealth country.
- Must hold an undergraduate degree at the time of admission.
- No age limit or restriction.
- Each university may have specific eligibility requirements for admissions.
Scholarship Benefits
The Scholarship period will run for 2 years with the following benefits:
Fully-funded tuition fees
Living allowance (stipend) for duration of award
Return economy flights to host country
One-off arrival allowance
Research Support Grant (on request only; subject to approval)
Required Documents
The application form of the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship consists of the following sections:
Eligibility
Personal Details
Academic & Employment Record
Course at host university details
Statements
Upload supporting documents (including references)
How to Apply
Applicants interested in the 2025 Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship should use the link created below and follow the following procedures:
- Look through the list of countries and universities hosting scholarships in this cycle.
- Visit the relevant university website for more information on your chosen course using the links included below.
- Complete and submit a QECS application for your chosen university/course by clicking the ‘Apply now’ button.
- Once you’ve clicked apply, you’ll be directed to a log in page. If you are yet to have a myACU account, click get ‘get started’ in the right hand corner of the page to start your application.
- Submit an application to your chosen university for admission to your chosen course.