Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships in UK Apply now

Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships in UK Apply now. As the official representation of the United Republic of Tanzania, the High Commission cover all matters concerning diplomatic relations, and has the responsibility of promoting relations of friendship and co-operation between the governments and the peoples of the United Kingdom.

The High Commission main pre-occupation is to promote Tanzania’s economic and other interests. In this regard, the High Commission represents Tanzania’s interests in a range of areas, including, trade, finance, investment, security, tourism, as well  as education, tourism and culture.

It reaches out to potential investors, businesses, governmental and non-governmental entities, among others, in the area of accreditation and encouraging them to do business with Tanzania, visit tourist attractions, or do such other things with the aim of strengthening ties with Tanzania.

The embassy also works to safeguard interests of Tanzanians living in the areas of accreditation. Tanzania High Commission in London, United Kingdom runs an inclusive range of consular services to local, Tanzanian, People of United Kingdom and Northern Ireland.

Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships in UK Apply now

• Call for Application
  The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK (CSC) administers the UK government’s Commonwealth scholarship scheme led by international development objectives. Since 1960, the CSC has funded over 30,000 individuals to study in the UK and gain skills, acquire knowledge and build networks to tackle global development challenges.
  The General public is hereby informed that the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the United Kingdom (CSC) is inviting eligible Tanzanians to apply for Commonwealth scholarships for PhD and Masters programmes for the year 2025/2026. Interested candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
  Full details of the scholarships are available on the website:
  https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/about-us/scholarships

Application requirements

• An applicant for Master degree must hold a first degree of at least upper second class with honours;
• An applicant for PhD degree must hold a relevant postgraduate qualification (a Master’s degree) with at least Upper Second Class with Honours or Distinction;
• All applicants must have the support of a potential supervisor from at least one UK University listed in the applicants’ application form; and
• All supporting documents must be submitted in the required format.
• Full eligibility requirements for Master’s candidates are available on the CSC’s website: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-masters-scholarships/ and for PhD candidates at: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-phd-scholarships-for-high-income-countries/

List of documents to be submitted

An applicant must submit the following supporting documents as part of the evaluation process:

• Academic certificates and transcripts; ii. Two recommendation letters (referees reports);
• One supporting statement from a UK institution (for PhD candidates); iv. Proof of Tanzanian citizenship or refugee status in a Commonwealth Country; and
• A quality study plan with a detailed potential impact on the development of your home country.

Application process and submission

Candidates must apply using the CSC’s online application system which can be found on the CSC website. Online application will be open on 10 September 2024 and closed by 15 October 2024 at 16:00 (GMT). For details on how to apply please visit: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/about-us/scholarships/

NB: The CSC will not accept any applications that are not submitted via the online application system or after the closing date listed above.

Issued by:

• Permanent Secretary,
• Ministry of Education, Science and Technology,
• Government City, Afya Street,
• P.O.BOX 10
• 40479 DODOMA
• Email: info@moe.go.tz