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The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) 2025 offer a prestigious, fully funded opportunity for students from Commonwealth countries to pursue a two-year Master’s degree in low- or middle-income Commonwealth nations. These scholarships are designed for individuals committed to creating positive change in their communities and provide a platform for cultural exchange, academic collaboration, and global networking.
Program Overview
• Degree Level: Master’s (2 years)
• Host Countries: Fiji, Mauritius, Papua New Guinea, South Africa, and Sri Lanka
• Application Cycle 2:
o Opened: 16 April 2025
o Deadline: 4 June 2025, 15:00 UTC
• Administered by: The Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
Scholarship Benefits
Recipients of the QECS 2025 will receive comprehensive financial support, including:
• Full tuition fee coverage
• Living allowance (stipend) for the duration of the award
• Return economy flights to the host country
• One-off arrival allowance
• Research Support Grant (available upon request and subject to approval)
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the QECS 2025, applicants must:
• Be citizens (or hold refugee status) of a Commonwealth country
• Apply to study in a country other than their home country/country of citizenship
• Have completed an undergraduate degree with a minimum of 2:1 (or equivalent)
• Be applying for a full-time Master’s program of up to two years
• There is no upper age limit for applicants
Participating Universities and Fields of Study
The QECS 2025 includes a diverse range of universities and academic disciplines. Examples include:
• University of the South Pacific (Fiji):
o MSc in Marine Science
o MSc in Environmental Science
o MSc in Geospatial Science
o MSc in Computing Science
o MSc in Engineering
o MSc in Information Systems
o MSc in Mathematics
o MSc in Physics
• University of Colombo (Sri Lanka):
o MSc in Cellular and Molecular Immunology
o MSc in Molecular Life Sciences
• University of Sri Jayewardenepura (Sri Lanka):
o Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• University of Venda (South Africa):
o Master of Nursing (MCUR)
o Master’s in Psychology (HSMMA)
o Master’s of Public Health (MPH)
o Master of Science in Public Nutrition (MSCPNT)
Note: Applicants should verify the specific courses and universities available for the current application cycle on the official QECS website.
Application Process
1. Register: Create a MyACU account on the official QECS website.
2. Login: Access the application portal using your MyACU credentials.
3. Select Course and University: Choose your preferred course and host university from the list of participating institutions.
4. Complete Application: Fill in the application form, including personal details, academic qualifications, and statements outlining your plan of study, development impact, post-study outreach, and networking strategies.
5. Upload Documents: Provide all required supporting documents, such as academic transcripts and proof of citizenship.
6. Submit: Ensure all information is accurate and submit your application before the deadline.
7. Confirmation: You will receive a confirmation email upon successful submission.
Note: It is not necessary to have secured admission to your chosen course at the time of applying for the QECS. However, applicants are encouraged to apply for their chosen course of study before or at the same time as applying for the scholarship. ACU
Important Dates
• Application Deadline: 4 June 2025, 15:00 UTC
