Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) 2025-2026: Fully Funded Master’s Opportunities

The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) provide a life-changing opportunity to pursue a two-year Master’s degree at an ACU member university in a low- or middle-income Commonwealth country. This prestigious scholarship supports cultural exchange, academic collaboration, and solutions to shared global challenges.

• • Fully Funded Benefits:
• • Tuition fees covered.
• • Living allowance (stipend) throughout the award.
• • Return economy flights.
• • Arrival allowance.
• • Research support grant (subject to approval).
• • Unparalleled Opportunities:
• • Study in a new country while building a global network.
• • Be part of the Commonwealth community driving positive change.

Eligibility Requirements

• • Must hold an undergraduate degree in a field relevant to your chosen Master’s program.
• • Meet the entry requirements of the university and program.
• • Submit a university application alongside your scholarship application.

How to Apply

1. Explore Programs: Check the list of participating countries and universities.
2. Research Courses: Visit university websites for detailed program information.
3. Submit Applications: Apply for the scholarship via the QECS portal and simultaneously to your chosen university.
4. Application Deadlines:

• Applications are open for 2025-2026 admissions.
• Cycles: November/December and March/April.

Participating Universities and Programs

Eswatini – University of Eswatini

• MA African Languages & Linguistics, MSc Computer Science, MSc Food Science & Technology, MSc Mathematics, and more.
• Start Date: 18/08/2025
• Contact: bodlamini@uneswa.ac.sz

Jamaica – University of the West Indies (UWI)

• MSc Biomedical Research, MSc Social Work, MSc Aviation Management, MSc Data Science, and more.
• Start Date: 24/08/2025
• Contact: gsr@uwi.edu

Kenya – Technical University of Kenya (TUK)

• MSc Applied Parasitology, MSc Construction Project Management, MSc Medical Physics, MSc Information & Knowledge Management, and more.
• Start Date: 01/10/2025
• Contact: admissions@tukenya.ac.ke

Malaysia – Universiti Malaya (UM) & Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)

• UM: Various approved Master’s programs (see website).
• UPM: MSc Agribusiness, MSc Community Education, MSc Social Psychology, MSc Sustainable Recreation & Ecotourism, and more.
• Start Dates: 07/10/2025 (UM) & 30/09/2025 (UPM).
• Contacts: study@um.edu.my (UM) & pg_admission@upm.edu.my (UPM).

Tanzania – State University of Zanzibar (SUZA)

• MBA Finance, MSc Chemistry, MSc Natural Resource Management & Climate Change, and more.
• Start Date: 15/10/2025
• Contact: abdalla.ibrahim@suza.ac.tz

Uganda – Makerere University

• MSc Civil Engineering, MSc Food Safety & Quality Management, MSc Renewable Energy.
• Start Date: 15/08/2025
• Contact: drgt@rgt.mak.ac.ug

“My research in cellular and molecular medicine wouldn’t have been possible without QECS. I gained a wealth of knowledge, new collaborators, and exciting ideas.”

– Tolulope Saliu, QECS Alumnus, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka

Application Deadline: 14th January, 2025

Apply Now

Seize this opportunity to broaden your horizons, gain world-class education, and make an impact in your community. Visit the official QECS website for detailed guidance and FAQs. Start your journey today!

For more information and application, visit; https://www.acu.ac.uk/funding-opportunities/for-students/scholarships/queen-elizabeth-commonwealth-scholarships/?utm_content=buffer590b0&utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkedin.com&utm_campaign=buffer