Commonwealth Masters & PhD Scholarships (UK) 2027 for Sri Lankans

Applications are invited from eligible Sri Lankans for the awarding of Postgraduate Scholarships for Master’s and PhD Degree Programs offered under the UK Commonwealth Scholarship Program 2027

No of Scholarships: 16

• Masters – 10
• PhD – 06

Fields of Study

These scholarships are offered under 6 development themes. All candidates must apply under one
of these themes. (for more information: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/csc-development-themes/)

• Science and Technology for development
• Improving Population Health, Health Systems and Capacity.
• Promoting Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• Strengthening peace, security and governance.
• Strengthening resilience and response to crises.
• Access, inclusion and opportunity

Eligibility Requirements

• All applicants should be citizens of Sri Lanka
• Should be in good health and ready to live in UK during the period of study.

For Master’s Applicants

• Should possess 04-year (Minimum duration) Bachelor’s Degree (SLQF 6) with a First or
  Second Class Upper Division in the relevant field of study from a recognized university by
  UGC in Sri Lanka.

For PhD Applicants

• Should possess 04-year (Minimum duration) Bachelor’s Degree (SLQF 6) with a First or
  Second Class Upper Division in the relevant field of study from a recognized university by
  UGC in Sri Lanka.
• Should possess a Master’s degree (SLQF 9,10, 11) in the relevant field of study from a
  recognized university
• Should NOT be registered for a PhD, or an MPhil leading to a PhD at a UK university or
  Sri Lanka before September/October 2026
• Should provide a supporting statement from a proposed supervisor in the UK from at least
  one of the institutions named in your application form.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply directly through the CSC online application portal using the
appropriate link below.

• To apply for a PhD Scholarship: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-phd-scholarships-for-least-developed-countries-and-vulnerable-states/

• To apply for a Master’s Scholarship: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-masters-scholarships/

• Guidance on completing the CSC application from can be viewed via: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/advice-for-applicants/