About This Opportunity

The Commonwealth Shared Scholarship is offered jointly by the UK government and participating UK universities, funding talented students from developing Commonwealth countries — including Ghana — to pursue a Master's degree in the UK. Unlike the standard Commonwealth Master's Scholarship, this award is co-funded by the host university, and places are allocated across specific partner universities and eligible programmes. It is aimed at applicants who could not otherwise afford to study in the UK.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Citizen of a developing Commonwealth country (Ghana qualifies)
  • Hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) honours or equivalent
  • Cannot afford to study in the UK without this funding
  • Must intend to return to your home country after completing the scholarship
  • Must apply through the nominating body in Ghana (typically a designated government agency or ministry)

What You Get / Benefits

  • Full tuition fees paid to the host UK university
  • Monthly living allowance for the duration of your Master's programme
  • Return economy airfare to and from the UK
  • Thesis grant where applicable and other approved study-related costs

How to Apply

  • Visit cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk and review the list of participating UK universities and eligible courses
  • Confirm Ghana's nominating agency — applications generally go through a national body, not directly to the Commission
  • Prepare academic transcripts, references, and a personal statement focused on how your study will benefit Ghana
  • Submit your application through the national nominating body before their internal deadline
  • Shortlisted applications are forwarded to the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission for final selection

    • Tips

    • Check which specific courses and universities are eligible under the Shared Scholarship route — the list is more restricted than the standard Commonwealth Master's award.
    • Your national nominating body's internal deadline is often earlier than the Commission's December date — confirm this immediately to avoid missing out.
    • Emphasise your financial need alongside your academic merit — this scholarship explicitly targets those who cannot afford UK study without support.

    ⏰ Deadline: Typically December (Annual) — confirm Ghana's nominating agency's internal deadline, which is often earlier. Check cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk for the current cycle.