Commonwealth Shared Scholarship 2027 in UK (Fully Funded)
The Commonwealth Shared Scholarship 2027 funds one-year master’s study in the United Kingdom for talented students from eligible Commonwealth countries, including Pakistan. The awards are run by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) together with UK universities.
In this guide, we explain the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship deadline, benefits, eligibility, documents, and how to apply.
Overview
- Country: United Kingdom
- Funded by: Commonwealth Scholarship Commission and UK universities
- Degree Level: Master’s only
- Duration: Normally 12 months
- Monthly Stipend: £1,712 (or £2,000 in the London area)
- Opens: November 10, 2026
- Deadline: December 8, 2026, 16:00 GMT
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Deadline
Applications for 2027/28 open on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 and close at 16:00 GMT on Tuesday, December 8, 2026. Study starts in September or October 2027. Your university may have its own admission deadline, so check it separately.
Scholarship Benefits
- Approved return airfare
- Full approved tuition fees
- Monthly stipend of £1,712, or £2,000 in the London metropolitan area
- Warm clothing allowance, where applicable
- Thesis grant, where applicable
- Study travel grant
- Contribution to the mandatory TB test
Eligibility Criteria
- Citizen of, or refugee status in, an eligible Commonwealth country (Pakistan is eligible)
- Permanent resident of an eligible country
- Available to start in September 2027
- First degree of at least upper second-class (2:1) standard, or a lower second-class degree with a relevant postgraduate qualification
- Not studied or worked for a year or more in a high-income country
- Unable to afford UK study without this scholarship
There is no age limit, and the scheme covers full-time master’s study on approved courses only.
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Without IELTS
The CSC says it does not require candidates to take IELTS, but your university may ask for English language evidence.
Required Documents
- Passport or national ID card
- Full transcripts for all higher education qualifications
- At least two signed references in PDF format
You will also write a personal statement, a plan of study, and a development impact statement.
Selection Criteria
Applicants are judged on academic merit, the quality of their proposal, and their potential impact on their home country’s development.
Shared Scholarship vs HEC Commonwealth
Do not confuse this award with the HEC-nominated Commonwealth Scholarship. That program has a separate route and its 2027-28 deadline was October 20, 2026.
How to Apply
- Check the 2027 list of approved courses and universities.
- Apply for admission to your chosen UK course.
- Apply through the CSC Central portal.
- Upload your documents and references before the deadline.
Official website: Commonwealth Shared Scholarships
Also see: Fully Funded Scholarships for Pakistani Students 2027
