Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships
- Fully Funded
- Bangor University, Ulster University, University of Edinburgh, University of Salford, University of St Andrews, Cardiff University +12 More participating universities
- Masters
- Wildlife Ecology, Forestry, Tropical medicine, Public Health, Global Health, Animal Sciences +10 More
- Commonwealth Countries
- UK
- 04/13/2020
Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships.
Scholarship Description:
Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships is open for Commonwealth Countries . The scholarship allows Masters level program(s) in the field of Wildlife Ecology, Forestry, Tropical medicine, Public Health, Global Health, Animal Sciences, Environmental Science, AquaCulture, Epidemiology, Cancer Studies, oncology, Trauma Science, Nutrition Sciences, Tourism, international development studies, Public Administration taught at Bangor University, Ulster University, University of Edinburgh, University of Salford, University of St Andrews, Cardiff University, Leeds Beckett University, London School of Tropical Medicine, Queen Mary University of London, University of Aberdeen, University of Manchester, University of Strathclyde, University of Oxford, Queen's University Belfast, Loughborough University, University of Portsmouth, University of Southampton, University of York participating universities. The deadline of the scholarship is expired at 13 Apr 2020.
The Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) is one of the largest and mostprestigious scholarship schemes for international study in the world. Since it was establishedin 1959, around 35,000 individuals have benefited – 27,000 of them have held awardsfunded by the UK government, managed by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission inthe United Kingdom (CSC).Degree Level:
Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships is available to undertake Masters level programs at Bangor University, Ulster University, University of Edinburgh, University of Salford, University of St Andrews, Cardiff University, Leeds Beckett University, London School of Tropical Medicine, Queen Mary University of London, University of Aberdeen, University of Manchester, University of Strathclyde, University of Oxford, Queen's University Belfast, Loughborough University, University of Portsmouth, University of Southampton, University of York.
Available Subjects:
Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.
- Wildlife Ecology
- Forestry
- Tropical medicine
- Public Health
- Global Health
- Animal Sciences
- Environmental Science
- AquaCulture
- Epidemiology
- Cancer Studies
- oncology
- Trauma Science
- Nutrition Sciences
- Tourism
- international development studies
- Public Administration
Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships are offered under six themes:
- Science and technology for development
- MSc Tropical Forestry – Bangor University
- MSc Environmental Toxicology & Pollution Monitoring – Ulster University
- MSc Biodiversity Wildlife and Ecosystem Health – University of Edinburgh
- MSc Conservation Medicine – University of Edinburgh
- MSc Global Health and Infectious Disease – University of Edinburgh
- MSc International Animal Health – University of Edinburgh
- MSc International Animal Welfare, Ethics and Law – University of Edinburgh
- MSc One Health – University of Edinburgh
- MSc BIM & Digital Built Environments – University of Salford
- Sustainable Aquaculture – University of St Andrews
- Strengthening health systems and capacity
- MSc in Palliative Medicine for Healthcare Professionals – Cardiff University
- MSc in Clinical Optometry – Cardiff University
- MSc Public Health Promotion – Leeds Beckett University
- MSc Global Health – London School of Tropical Medicine
- MSc Clinical Trials – London School of Tropical Medicine
- MSc Epidemiology – London School of Tropical Medicine
- MSc Infectious Diseases – London School of Tropical Medicine
- MSc Public Health – London School of Tropical Medicine
- MSc Burn Care – Queen Mary University of London
- MSc Cancer and Clinical Oncology – Queen Mary University of London
- MSc Cancer and Therapeutics – Queen Mary University of London
- MSc Emergency and Resuscitation Medicine – Queen Mary University of London
- MSc Endocrinology and Diabetes – Queen Mary University of London
- MSc Gastroenterology – Queen Mary University of London
- MSc Orthopaedic Trauma Science – Queen Mary University of London
- MSc Trauma Sciences – Queen Mary University of London
- Master of Public Health – The University of Manchester
- MSc Clinical Nutrition – University of Aberdeen
- Master of Public Health – University of Aberdeen
- MSc Infection Prevention and Control – University of Dundee
- MSc Clinical Education – University of Edinburgh
- MSc Global Challenges – University of Edinburgh
- MSc Paediatric Emergency Medicine – University of Edinburgh
- Master of Public Health – University of Edinburgh
- Master of Family Medicine – University of Edinburgh
- MSc Surgical Sciences – University of Edinburgh
- ChM (Masters of Surgery) in General Surgery – University of Edinburgh
- ChM (Masters of Surgery) in Trauma & Orthopaedics – University of Edinburgh
- ChM (Masters of Surgery) in Urology – University of Edinburgh
- ChM (Masters of Surgery) in Vascular & Endovascular Surgery – University of Edinburgh
- MSc in Dementia Studies – University of Stirling
- MSc Prosthetic & Orthotic Rehabilitation Studies – University of Strathclyde
- MSc Prosthetic Rehabilitation Studies – University of Strathclyde
- MSc Orthotic Rehabilitation Studies – University of Strathclyde
- MSc Rehabilitation Studies – University of Strathclyde
- Promoting global prosperity
- MSc Responsible Tourism Management – Leeds Beckett University
- Strengthening global peace, security and governance
- MSc International Development (Conflict, Security and Development) – University of Birmingham
- MSt in International Human Rights Law – University of Oxford
(Note: Only those who have been asked by University of Oxford can apply for their course)
- Strengthening resilience and response to crises
- MSc Environmental Management – Open University
- MSc in Risk, Crisis and Disaster Management – University of Leicester
- MA in Refugee Protection and Forced Migration Studies – University of London
- MSc Global Food Security – Food Safety – Queen’s University Belfast
- Access, inclusion and opportunity
- MSc Water Management for Development – Loughborough University
- MSc Water Engineering for Development – Loughborough University
- MSc International Development – University of Portsmouth
- MSc Gerontology – University of Southampton
- MSc Global Ageing and Policy – University of Southampton
- Masters of Public Administration (International Development) – University of York
Eligible Nationalities:
Bangladesh, Cameroon, Eswatini, The Gambia, Ghana, Guyana, India, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Zambia
Eligibility Criteria:
To apply for these scholarships, candidates must:
- Be a citizen of, or be granted refugee status in, an eligible developing Commonwealth country (see overleaf), or be a British Protected Person;
- Be permanently resident in a developing Commonwealth country
- Hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) standard. A lower qualification and
sufficient relevant experience may be considered in certain cases.
Application Procedure:
You must make your application using the CSC’s online application system which you can find via CSC website. The CSC will not accept any applications that are not submitted via the online application system. You must also secure admission to an eligible Master’s course at a UK university that is participating in the Distance Learning scheme.
All applications must be submitted by the first deadline of midday 16.00 (GMT) on 13 April 2020. Your application must include the following supporting documentation by second deadline of 16:00 (GMT) on 4 May 2020 in order for your application to be eligible for consideration:
- Proof of citizenship or refugee status – uploaded to the online application system
- At least one reference– submitted directly by the referee to the online application system (referees will be sent an email request)
- An offer letter to start their chosen course of study in the 2020-2021 academic year - uploaded to the online application system
- Full transcripts detailing all your higher education qualifications (with certified translations if not in English) – uploaded to the online application system
For more information on other scholarships offered by the CSC, visit the CSC Apply page.
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