Applications are open for the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) for a two-year master’s degree at an ACU member university in a low or middle-income country.
Each year, there are two opportunities to apply for the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS). These scholarships offer a unique opportunity to study for 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, broaden horizons, and 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 they 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.
Duration: 2 years
Benefits
The two-year Master’s Degreescholarship covers:
- 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)
Eligibility
Applicants for the QECS two-year Master’s Degree must meet the following requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.750 or equivalent, as accepted by the UPM Senate; or
- A bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields
i) A minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field.
ii) Rigorous internal assessment by Faculty/School/Institute. - Candidates without a related qualification in the field/s or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the Faculty/School/Institute and meet the minimum CGPA; or
- An applicant who is in the final semester of his bachelor study programme may be considered for provisional admission subject to his current CGPA or its equivalent satisfies the master’s degree programme admission requirements; and
- Fulfill other requirements specified by the Faculty/School/Institute for each programme.
Application Process
To apply for the QECS two-year Master’s Degree, applicants must take the following steps:
- 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
- Apply to a chosen university for admission to a chosen course.
To apply for the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships for a two-year master’s degree, click here.
Deadline: January 14, 2025.
For more information about the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships for a two-year master’s degree, visit the official site.
