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Deadline: January 14, 2026
The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) 2026/2027 offer a prestigious, fully funded opportunity for outstanding students from Commonwealth nations to pursue a Master’s degree in a low- or middle-income Commonwealth country.
The QECS Scholarship 2026 promotes cross-cultural exchange, academic excellence, and long-term global cooperation. QECS scholars gain the chance to study abroad, build international networks, and contribute to sustainable development in their home countries. The scholarship supports fields aligned with national and global priorities—such as climate resilience, public health, engineering, education, agriculture, and more.
Benefits
The QECS Scholarship 2026 is fully funded and includes:
- Full tuition fees for the Master’s program
- Living allowance/stipend for the entire duration of the scholarship
- Return economy airfare to the host country
- Research support grants (where applicable)
- Accommodation support or allowances
- Opportunity to join a global network of Commonwealth Scholars
- Cultural immersion and community engagement activities
This package ensures scholars can focus on their academic and leadership development without financial barriers.
SEE ALSO: The Zukunftskolleg Konnect Fellowships 2026 for Early-Career Researchers from Developing Countries (Fully Funded to Konstanz, Germany)
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, applicants must generally:
- Be a citizen of a Commonwealth country
- Hold a bachelor’s degree with strong academic standing
- Apply to study in a Commonwealth country other than their home country
- Demonstrate leadership potential and commitment to community or national development
- Meet the admission requirements of the chosen host university
- Be available to begin the program during the 2026/2027 academic year
There is no upper age limit, making the scholarship highly accessible.
Application Process and Documents Required
- 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.
- You must have obtained a 2:1 to be able to apply for the scholarship.
- 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. Once you’ve clicked apply, you’ll be directed to a login page. If you don’t already have a myACU account, please create one to get started.
- Apply to your chosen university for admission to your chosen course.
Deadline: Submit your application by 14th January 2026.
