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Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships 2022

 Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships 2022 

About The Association Of Commonwealth Universities 

It is an international organisation dedicated to building a better world through higher education.
They believe that international collaboration is central to this ambition. By bringing universities together from around the world – and crucially the people who study and work within them. They help to advance knowledge, promote understanding, broaden minds, and improve lives.

About The Queen Elizabeth Scholarships 

It is looking to fund individuals who intend to study for a Master's and are looking for funding.

Expenses Covered By The Queen Elizabeth Scholarships

The following expenses are covered by the scholarships:
  • Cost of tuition.
  • Allowance for living in the form of a stipend.
  • Return air ticket (economy class).
  • Grant for research (if requested).
  • One-time arrival allowance.

Eligibility Criteria For The Queen Elizabeth Scholarships

The following are the minimum requirements that you are supposed to meet before applying for the scholarship programme. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, your application will not be considered.
  • The candidate must hold citizenship in a Commonwealth country.
  • The candidate must apply for the scholarship in a country other than their own. If your chosen university (in another country) has a campus within your country as well, you are not eligible to apply to it.
  • The candidate must apply to a middle or low-income Commonwealth country.
  • The candidate must have completed their undergraduate degree before applying.
  • The candidate must not have started the course before applying for the scholarship.
  • The candidate must apply for a Master’s level degree only. The course should not be more than two years.
  • The English language requirements differ according to the university of your choice to refer to the details given on the university’s page.
  • The candidates need to get approval from QECS to apply for any other source of funding or scholarship.

Please Note The Following:
  • There are two cycles of application as sessions are started in July-October and January-February. It depends on the host country of your choice.
  • Candidates can apply to more than one host country.
  • The scholarship will not cover the application fee for the university.
  • The deadline will not be extended.

Documents Required For The Queen Elizabeth Scholarships

The following documents are required for the scholarship programme. When submitting your application, submit the documentation along with your application. If you do not submit the documents your application will not be considered.
  • Certified copies of ID documents.
  • Certified copies of academic records and transcripts.
  • Degree certificate of graduation.
  • English Language test certificate, if required.
  • Record of employment.
  • Details of application to the university.
  • Two Academic references. If academic references are not available, professional references from an employer can be submitted as well.

Note: Along with your application submit the following three statements. What you have to address will be given below:

Statement 1: What You Plan of study 

  • The reason behind choosing the course and what intrigues you about the course.
  • The reason behind taking the course in the institution and country of choice.
  • Analysis is done by the candidate for choosing the university.
  • Relevance of the course for your future goals.
  • The qualities of your previous qualifications and experiences make you suitable for this course.
  • It should be within 200-400 words.

Statement 2: Development impact and post-study outreach (what you are trying to solve and how.)

  • Describe a problem in your country that you think needs to be addressed. Your plans on tackling the challenge.
  • Role of your chosen course in solving the problem.
  • Benefits expected from the course in terms of skills.
  • Application of the skills and education in improving your community’s conditions after returning.
  • The UN sustainable development goal your course relates to the most. There can be more than one.
  • The role of the study in contributing towards the goal.
  • It should be within 300-500 words.

Statement 3: Networking 

  • Describe how you have formed professional networks. For example, studies, work, volunteering, cultural events or commonwealth organisations.
  • The use of the said networks is something you have achieved. What was the achievement?
  • How will the course help in furthering these connections?
  • It should be within 200-400 words.

How To Apply For The Queen Elizabeth Scholarships

To apply for the scholarship programme follow the instructions below:
1.You need to register an account on MyACU before applying for the scholarship. Click here to register. 

2.Follow the instructions after registering to access the application form. Click here to login into the MyACU account. 

Closing Date For The Queen Elizabeth Scholarships

The closing date for the scholarship programme is 24 May 2022. Apply as soon as possible, as no late applications will be considered.

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