Commonwealth Postgraduate/PhD Scholarship
RGU is working with the Commonwealth Scholarship in supporting innovators and leaders of the future from across the Commonwealth to study with us.
Awarding Body
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)Value
Tuition fees paid, plus other costs and additional allowancesOverview
The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission offers students funding to live and study in the UK. This scholarship is specifically for full time on campus study starting in September/October 2027 for either:
- 1 year masters courses (MBA’s not included) or
- 3 year PhD courses (please note students interested in an MRes or MPhil would not be considered, likewise students would not have the option for funding for a 4 year PhD)
Find out more:
Eligibility
Eligible Countries of Residence
- Bangladesh
- Botswana
- Cameroon
- Ghana
- India
- Kenya
- Malaysia
- Namibia
- Nigeria
- Pakistan
- South Africa
- Sri Lanka
- Tanzania
- Uganda
- Zambia
Eligible Courses
Course Level
- Postgraduate
- Postgraduate Research
- PhD
Mode of Attendance
- Full Time
Mode of Study
- On Campus
Subject Area
- All Subjects
Other Requirements
Further eligibility requirements:
How to Apply
Applying
Applications will open in September 2026 – students do not need an offer from RGU to apply but should have applied to the school at the same time as the scholarship
Application Process
Applicants should apply to study directly to RGU:
Apply for the scholarship directly to Commonwealth Scholarships: