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.
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship Synopsis
- Host Country: Commonwealth Association, UK
- Study Abroad: Study in Asia | Study in Africa
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: Commonwealth Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Accommodation | Living Stipends
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: January 14, 2026
Eligibility Requirements for Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship 2026
- 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 admission.
Benefits of Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth 2026 Scholarship
- Fully-funded tuition fees
- Living allowance (stipend) for the duration of the award
- Return economy flights to the host country
- One-off arrival allowance
- Research Support Grant (on request only; subject to approval)
Required Documents for Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship
- Eligibility
- Personal Details
- Academic & Employment Record
- Course at the host university details
- Statements
- Upload supporting documents (including references)
How to Apply for Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship (Step by Step)
- 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 login page. If you don’t already have a myACU account, click get started’ in the right-hand corner of the page to start your application.
- Apply to your chosen university for admission to your chosen course.
