Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships

The Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships support postgraduate students from developing Commonwealth countries who wish to study UK master’s degrees by distance learning. Funded by the UK Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office, these scholarships align with the country’s international development goals and promote educational excellence. They target professionals in key development sectors, helping them gain advanced skills while remaining in their home countries.

Applicants must be citizens of eligible Commonwealth countries and hold a first degree of at least upper second-class standard. They should be unable to study in the UK due to work or personal commitments but must meet the academic requirements of their chosen UK university. Priority is given to applicants whose work contributes to national development in their home country.

Interested candidates must apply directly through the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission’s online application system. They need to select a participating UK university and course, then submit academic transcripts, references, and a development impact statement. The official page lists the current application deadline and required documents.