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Commonwealth PhD Scholarships 2027/28

A fully funded route to a UK PhD for researchers from Commonwealth countries. It covers fees, flights, living costs and fieldwork.

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Who it’s for

  • Nigerian citizens planning a full-time UK PhD
  • Researchers with a clear research proposal
  • Applicants nominated by the Federal Ministry of Education or an approved NGO

What you get

Full tuition, return flights, a monthly stipend of £1,712 (£2,000 in London), study travel and fieldwork support, and family allowances where they apply.

Requirements

  • Passport or national ID
  • Transcripts of all higher education
  • References
  • Research plan and supervisor statement

How to apply

  1. Find a UK university and a possible supervisor
  2. Apply through your national nominator or an approved NGO
  3. Complete the CSC Central application before 20 October 2026, 16:00 BST
  4. Upload your passport, transcripts, references and supervisor statement

Timeline

  1. Closes20 Oct

Tips from past applicants

Contact a potential UK supervisor early. A supportive statement from them strengthens your research plan.

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