Commonwealth phd scholarships 2023 2024 100 doctoral study in uk

The Commonwealth PhD Scholarships 2023-2024 for Doctoral Study in the UK are now open for applications. Here are the details:

Scholarship Overview:

The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) in the UK is offering 100 PhD scholarships for students from Commonwealth countries to pursue doctoral studies at a UK university.

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible for the scholarship, you must:

  1. Be a citizen of a Commonwealth country (check the list of eligible countries)
  2. Be applying to start a new PhD program in the UK in the 2023-2024 academic year
  3. Have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with a strong academic record
  4. Meet the English language requirements of the UK university you are applying to
  5. Not have previously studied in the UK (except for a short-term study visit or exchange program)

Scholarship Benefits:

The scholarship covers:

  1. Full tuition fees for the PhD program
  2. A stipend of £1,665 per month (approximately £20,000 per year)
  3. Return airfare to the UK
  4. Arrival allowance of £250
  5. Thesis grant of £500

Application Process:

To apply for the scholarship, you must:

  1. Submit an application to the UK university you wish to study at, including a PhD program and a research proposal
  2. Submit a separate application to the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) through their online application portal
  3. Provide supporting documents, including:
    • Academic transcripts and certificates
    • Proof of English language proficiency
    • Proof of citizenship or residency in a Commonwealth country
    • A personal statement and research proposal

Deadline:

The deadline for applications is usually in October or November of each year. Check the CSC website for the exact deadline and application process.

Important Notes:

  1. The scholarship is highly competitive, and only a limited number of awards are available.
  2. You must apply to the UK university and the CSC separately.
  3. The scholarship is for full-time PhD study only.
  4. You must meet the English language requirements of the UK university you are applying to.

I hope this information helps! Good luck with your application.