Commonwealth Shared Scholarship by University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)

Brief Description

The Commonwealth Shared Scholarship by University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is a fully funded program that provides opportunities for students from developing Commonwealth countries to pursue higher education in the UK.

Host Institution(s)

The scholarship is hosted by the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), a leading public research university located in the city of Preston, England.

Level/Field of Study

The scholarship is available for Master’s level studies in various fields such as Business, Education, Health Sciences, Engineering, and Sciences. It is also open to applicants interested in pursuing a PhD in the fields of Media, Health Sciences, and Social Work.

Number of Awards

Each year, UCLan offers up to ten Commonwealth Shared Scholarships to students from eligible Commonwealth countries.

Target Group

The scholarship is open to citizens of developing Commonwealth countries who have not studied or lived in the UK for more than one year. Preference is given to candidates who have not previously studied in a developed country and those who are unable to pay for their studies without financial support.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The scholarship covers full tuition fees, living allowance, airfare to and from the UK, and other necessary costs like visa and healthcare.

Eligibility Criteria

In order to be considered for the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship,

• Applicants must hold an unconditional offer from UCLan for a Master’s or PhD program.
• They must also meet the academic requirements for the chosen program.
• Have a minimum of a second-class lower degree or equivalent.

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Application Instructions

Interested candidates can apply for the scholarship online through the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission website. They must also apply for admission to UCLan separately. The application deadline is typically in March, and the successful applicants will be notified by July.

Official Website

For more information about the scholarship and the application process, please visit the official website.