Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) 2026

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.

Aimed at students who are committed to creating change in their communities, the 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.

Video Guide About Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship 2026

• Table of Content
• About Commonwealth
• Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships Master's Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships Master's Scholarship
• Requirements for Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships Master's Scholarship Qualification
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships Master's Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships Master's Scholarship

• 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)

Requirements for Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships Master's Scholarship Qualification

• Citizens (or those who hold refugee status) in a Commonwealth country are welcome to apply.
  • Applicants must apply for a QECS award in a country other than their home country/country of citizenship. Refugees should apply as if they were a citizen of the country that has offered them refugee status.
• There is no upper age limit to be eligible for a QECS Award.
• You must have attained a minimum of 2:1 (or equivalent) at undergraduate level to be eligible to apply.
  • You must have already completed your degree and have graduated with an equivalent of a 2:1 at the time of application. You will be asked to provide a copy of your final transcript and degree certificate.

Documents Required for Application

• High School Ceritificate (Optional)
• Undergraduate Transcript
• Undergraduate Graduation Certificate

Check also:
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Application Deadline

How to Apply

Before you start your application ensure you watch this video to avoid common mistakes

1. Look through the list of countries and universities hosting scholarships in this cycle. Please note that only the courses listed are eligible for scholarship funding.
2. You must have obtained a 2:1 to be able to apply for the scholarship.
3. Visit the relevant university website for more information on your chosen course using the links included on QECS webpage.
4. 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 don't already have a myACU account, please create a new account to get started.
5. Submit an application to your chosen university for admission to your chosen course.

For more information, kindly visit Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship webpage.