Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2026
- Summary: Four scholarships for applicants from Commonwealth countries wishing to pursue certain one-year taught Masters courses at the University of Leeds.
- Value - what money is on offer: Fees, maintenance (£17,424 in Session 2025/26), return economy travel and other allowances.
- Deadline: 9 December 2025, 4pm GMT
Further information
Funded jointly by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and the University of Leeds, these scholarships enable talented and motivated individuals to gain the knowledge and skills required for sustainable development, and are aimed at those who could not otherwise afford to study in the UK.
The scholarships are offered under six themes. This year there is a total of eight courses eligible for this funding at the University of Leeds:
- MA International Communication
- MA Religion
- MSc Economics
- MSc Geographical Information Science
- MSc Sustainable Food Systems and Food Security
- MPH Public Health (International)
- MSc Sustainability, Environment and Development
- MSc(Eng) Transport Planning and Engineering
For full details and how to apply please visit the Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2026 page.