Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK
These doctoral scholarships support 36 months of full time research in the UK for candidates from the least developed and fragile Commonwealth countries, with airfare, tuition, and living costs covered. Applications open on 8 September 2026 and close at 16:00 BST on 20 October 2026, and applicants need a supporting statement from a proposed UK supervisor.
Citizens of least developed countries and fragile Commonwealth states holding a relevant masters degree and unable to afford UK study
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