The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) 2026-2027 provide a life-changing opportunity for ambitious students to pursue a two-year master’s degree in a low or middle-income Commonwealth country. These fully-funded scholarships are designed for students committed to driving positive change in their communities while gaining global exposure and academic excellence.
Why Apply for QECS 2026-2027?
QECS offers more than financial support. Scholars engage in cultural exchange, academic collaboration, and networking across the Commonwealth. By joining this program, students gain valuable insights, skills, and connections that empower them to contribute solutions to shared social, economic, and environmental challenges in their home countries and beyond.
What the Scholarship Covers
QECS is fully-funded and includes:
- Tuition fees for the duration of the master’s program
- Monthly living allowance (stipend)
- Return economy flights to the host country
- One-time arrival allowance
- Research support grant (upon request and approval)
Eligibility Requirements
- Applicants must hold a 2:1 undergraduate degree or equivalent
- Strong commitment to community development and social change
- Ability to pursue a master’s program in a low or middle-income Commonwealth country
- Mature applicants with relevant professional experience may also be considered
Also Apply For: Freedomways Reporting Fellowship 2026 – $8,000 Stipend
Available Programmes & Host Countries
QECS 2026-2027 is offered across various Commonwealth nations and universities, including but not limited to:
- Bangladesh – BRAC University
Programs: Master of Public Health, Master of Development Studies, MEd Educational Leadership, MSc Biotechnology - Barbados – University of the West Indies (Cave Hill campus)
Program: Master of Public Health - Eswatini – University of Eswatini
Programs: MSc Agricultural Extension, MSc Conservation Ecology, MSc Environmental Resources Management, MSc Mathematics - Jamaica – University of the West Indies (Mona campus)
Program: MSc Biomedical Research - Kenya – Technical University of Kenya
Programs: MTech Mechanical Engineering, MSc Computational Chemistry, MSc Physics, MSc Medical Physics, MTech Design & Interactive Media - Mauritius – University of Mauritius
Program: Master of Public Health - Sri Lanka – University of Kelaniya
Programs: MBA, Master of Business Management in Marketing, MSc Biochemistry & Biotechnology, Master of Medical Statistics, Master of Business Studies - Trinidad & Tobago – University of the West Indies (St. Augustine campus)
Program: MSc Data Science - Uganda – Makerere University
Programs: MSc Plant Breeding & Seed Systems, MSc Civil Engineering, MSc Climate Change & Development, MSc Food Safety & Quality Management, MSc Renewable Energy
Each program has specific course admission requirements. Applicants should carefully review eligibility criteria on the respective university websites.
Application Timeline
- Applications Open: 24 November 2025
- Applications Close: 14 January 2026, 15:00 UTC
How to Apply
- Review eligible universities and programs for QECS 2026-2027.
- Ensure you meet academic requirements, including a 2:1 undergraduate degree or equivalent.
- Create a myACU account to start your QECS application.
- Submit your application to your chosen university for admission.
- Attach all necessary documents, including transcripts, CV, and any additional requirements listed by your chosen university.
Scholarship Benefits
QECS offers a unique chance to:
- Gain international academic experience
- Access mentorship and research resources
- Build a lifelong network across the Commonwealth
- Contribute meaningfully to social and economic development
The QECS program is generously funded by the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP), providing talented students the chance to study abroad without financial barriers.
For more information, visit the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships.
