Applications Open: 2025–2026 Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships – Second Cycle

Are you a Kenyan citizen with dreams of pursuing a fully funded Master’s degree abroad? Here’s your golden opportunity!

The Ministry of Education, through communication from the Embassy of Kenya in the United Kingdom, is pleased to announce the opening of the second cycle of the 2025–2026 Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS).

🌍 About the QECS

The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships offer a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for students from Commonwealth countries to study for a fully funded Master’s degree in another Commonwealth nation. The program promotes academic excellence, cross-cultural exchange, and international cooperation.

These scholarships aim to empower scholars to develop new skills, gain internationally recognized qualifications, and immerse themselves in the cultural life of another country — all while contributing meaningfully to their home country upon return.

🎓 What’s on Offer?

• 8 fully funded Master’s scholarships

• Host universities located in:

  • Fiji

  • Mauritius

  • Papua New Guinea

  • South Africa

  • Sri Lanka

📝 How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) website for:

• Eligibility requirements

• A list of host universities and available courses

• Detailed application procedures

📅 Deadline for applications:
04 June 2025 at 15:00 (UTC)

🔗 Apply Now via the ACU Website

Don’t miss this chance to take your education to the global stage! Apply today and be part of a network of passionate changemakers building a better future across the Commonwealth.