The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship 2024

If you’re dreaming of pursuing a master’s degree in a different country, the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship (QECS) 2024 could be your golden ticket. Let’s break down the key details in a straightforward manner.

1. What’s the Deal?

The QECS 2024 is a fully funded two-year master’s degree program. Translation: It covers all your expenses for the entire program, making education accessible.

2. When and Where?

  • There are two cycles: Cycle 1 opens in November/December, and Cycle 2 opens in March/April.
  • The deadline for applications is January 10, 2024.

3. What’s in it for You?

The scholarship covers:

  • Tuition fees
  • Living allowance (a stipend)
  • Return economy flights to the host country
  • One-off arrival allowance
  • Research Support Grant (if approved)

4. Where Can You Go?

These are the participating universities:

  • Bangladesh: University of Dhaka
  • Eswatini: University of Eswatini
  • Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago: The University of the West Indies
  • Kenya: Technical University of Kenya
  • Malaysia: Universiti Putra Malaysia, University of Malaya
  • Pakistan: COMSATS University Islamabad
  • Tanzania: State University of Zanzibar (SUZA)
  • Uganda: Makerere University

5. How to Apply?

It’s a simple process:

  • Check the list of countries and universities.
  • Visit the university’s website for more info on your desired course.
  • Complete and submit a QECS application for your chosen university or course.

6. Who Can Apply?

  • Anyone from a Commonwealth country can apply.
  • No age limit.
  • You need a minimum of 2:1 (or equivalent) in your undergraduate degree.
  • You must have already finished your undergraduate degree.

7. What’s the Catch?

  • The scholarship is for two years of full-time study.
  • You can only apply once but can reapply if you want to study in another country.

8. Conclusion

In a nutshell, the QECS 2024 is your chance for a fully funded master’s degree adventure. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, explore, and grow.

FAQs Section

  1. Can I apply for both Cycle 1 and Cycle 2?
    • No, apply once, but you can reapply for a different country.
  2. Is there an age limit?
    • No age limit. Everyone is welcome.
  3. What does the Research Support Grant cover?
    • It helps with research if approved.
  4. Can final-year undergraduates apply?
    • No, you must have finished your undergraduate degree.
  5. How will they tell me if I got the scholarship?
    • You’ll be notified through official channels specified by the QECS program.