Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2027 (Fully Funded)

Yes, Nigerians can apply for fully funded one year master’s degrees in the UK through the Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2027. The award covers full tuition fees, a monthly stipend of £1,712 (or £2,000 in London), and a return airfare. Applications open on 10 November 2026 and close on 8 December 2026. Full details are on the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission site.

Many Nigerian graduates want UK study but cannot fund it alone. This shared award with UK universities supports development focused candidates who will return home and lead change.

What the Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2027 Cover

The scholarships are jointly funded by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission and participating UK universities. They normally last 12 months for taught master’s courses with clear development impact.

• Full approved tuition fees
• Return economy airfare from Nigeria to the UK
• Monthly living stipend of £1,712, or £2,000 for London universities
• Other support in specific cases as listed in the award terms

You must also secure admission to the chosen course at a participating university.

These awards train skilled professionals who return to strengthen development in their home countries.

Eligibility for Nigerian Applicants

Nigeria is on the list of eligible Commonwealth countries. You must be a citizen or hold refugee status and be permanently resident in an eligible country.

Other requirements:

• Available to start studies in the UK in September or October 2027
• By September 2027 hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) standard, or a lower second class plus a relevant postgraduate qualification
• Not have studied or worked for a year or more in a high income country
• Unable to afford UK study without this scholarship
• Provide all required documents including passport, transcripts, and two references

There is no age limit. The CSC does not require IELTS.

Application Process and Deadlines

Applications for the 2027/28 academic year open on Tuesday 10 November 2026 and close at 16:00 GMT on Tuesday 8 December 2026. Use the CSC Central online system. The list of approved courses and participating universities will be published before applications open.

You can apply to more than one course and university, but you may accept only one Shared Scholarship offer. Apply early because the system gets busy near the deadline. Supporting documents must be uploaded with the application. Nothing is accepted outside the system.

How to Prepare and Apply

1. Check the official CSC page for the 2027 approved courses list once published.
2. Apply for admission to your chosen master’s course at a participating UK university (check university deadlines).
3. From 10 November 2026, complete the CSC Central application with your development impact statement, employment history, and references.
4. Upload all required documents by the 8 December 2026 deadline.

Verify every detail on the official Commonwealth Scholarship Commission website before submitting.

Start preparing your documents now so you are ready when applications open on 10 November. Visit the official Shared Scholarships page for the latest updates.