Commonwealth PhD Scholarships 2027/28 in the UK

The Commonwealth PhD Scholarships 2027/28 in the UK provide fully funded doctoral study opportunities at UK universities for eligible applicants from Commonwealth countries. The scholarships cover tuition, travel, living costs, and additional allowances, with selection based on academic merit, research proposal quality, and development impact. They are administered to enable scholars to conduct doctoral research that contributes to development outcomes in their home countries.

Full tuition coverage, return airfare to the UK, monthly living stipend, and study-related travel allowances; family allowances may apply in some cases.

Citizens or refugee status holders or permanent residents of eligible Commonwealth countries, able to begin study by September 2027, with qualifications for admission to a PhD program and typically holding at least a 2:1 honours degree.

Submit an online Commonwealth Scholarship Commission application through the designated nominating agency in your home country and include required documents and research proposal.