KCL Commonwealth Shared Scholarship 2025 in London, UK
The KCL Commonwealth Shared Scholarship 2025 offers talented individuals from low- and middle-income Commonwealth countries the opportunity to pursue a Master’s degree at King’s College London (KCL).
This fully funded scholarship is part of the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC)’s commitment to fostering sustainable development while promoting international collaboration and leadership.
About the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Programme
The Commonwealth Shared Scholarship is one of three postgraduate programmes funded by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK (CSC). The CSC operates under the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) framework, showcasing the UK’s dedication to the Commonwealth through education and innovation.
This programme supports individuals with exceptional talent and potential to develop as leaders and innovators in their fields, contributing to the sustainable development of their home countries upon their return.
Programme Objectives
- Purpose: Address the development needs of Commonwealth nations by equipping skilled professionals and academics with advanced training.
- Target Beneficiaries: Outstanding postgraduate students from least-developed and middle-income countries (including fragile and conflict-affected states) who lack the financial means to study in the UK.
Key Details
- Degree Level: Master’s
- Host Institution: King’s College London (KCL)
- Location: United Kingdom
- Funding Body: Commonwealth Scholarships Commission
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Eligible Countries: Low- and Middle-Income Commonwealth Nations
- Deadline: January 8, 2025
Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition coverage: Funded jointly by the CSC and King’s College London.
- Living stipend: £1,690 per month for London-based universities.
- Airfare: Return flights between the scholar’s home country and the UK.
- Additional Allowances:
- Warm clothing grant (if applicable).
- Thesis grant for dissertation preparation.
- Study travel grant for UK or overseas trips.
- Child allowance for single parents.
- Tuberculosis (TB) test reimbursement (for visa purposes).
Scholars with disabilities receive tailored financial support through the CSC’s disability assessment programme.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be a citizen or hold refugee status in an eligible Commonwealth country.
- Be permanently resident in an eligible country.
- Start studies in the UK by September 2025.
- Possess a first degree with at least upper second-class (2:1) honours or a relevant postgraduate qualification.
- Have not worked or studied for over one academic year in a high-income country.
- Be unable to afford UK study without the scholarship.
Selection Criteria
Applications will be assessed based on:
- Academic Excellence
- Quality of Study Proposal
- Potential Development Impact
Application Process
Applicants are required to:
- Prepare Supporting Documents:
- Valid passport or national ID proving Commonwealth citizenship.
- Full academic transcripts (with certified English translations, if applicable).
- Complete the Online Application Form:
- Outline academic qualifications and employment history.
- Submit a personal statement detailing career goals, development impact plans, and leadership experience.
- Provide three references, including one from a current employer (if applicable).
- Submit the Following Statements:
- Development Impact Statement: Explaining how their studies will address global, national, or local development issues.
- Study Plan: Including detailed academic objectives.
- Career Objectives: Short-term and long-term goals.
Application Tips
- Visit the Shared Scholarships Eligibility Checklist for guidance before applying.
- Ensure all supporting documents are uploaded to the online application system before the January 8, 2025 deadline.
- No application fees are charged by the CSC.
Further Information
For more details about the programme, eligibility, and application process, visit the Commonwealth Scholarships website or consult the CSC’s advice for applicants page.
