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Commonwealth Distance Scholarship at Bangor University 2025

Awarded by Commonwealth Fund

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

Masters

Funding Type

Partial Funding · GBP 18,000

Eligible Courses

Selected subjects

Eligible Nationalities

Open to selected nationals

Can Be Taken At

Bangor University (Prifysgol Bangor)

Provider

Commonwealth Fund

Last Verified On

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Overview

The Commonwealth Distance Scholarships, offered by the School of Environmental and Natural Sciences at Bangor University, provide an opportunity for students from Commonwealth countries to pursue part-time distance learning programs in MSc Agroforestry & Food Security or MSc Tropical Forestry. These scholarships, funded by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC), are designed to support scholars with tuition fees and additional expenses for a two-week overseas study tour. The scholarships aim to enhance skills and knowledge in forestry and related fields, contributing to sustainable development in the scholars' home countries.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Applicants must be citizens of one of the eligible Commonwealth countries listed.
  • Candidates should possess at least an upper-second class degree in a relevant subject, such as forestry, conservation, land management, or natural sciences. Consideration may be given to candidates with lower qualifications but significant relevant professional work experience.
  • Applicants must have regular access to a computer with internet access and demonstrate that distance learning is a suitable mode of study for them.

Value of the scholarship :

  • The scholarships are worth GBP 18,000 each, covering tuition fees and a bursary to attend a compulsory two-week overseas study tour.
  • Additional financial support, such as a small study grant (~GBP 150/year), is available to assist scholars with distance learning expenses, including internet usage.

Application Process:

  • Applicants must apply directly to both the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) and Bangor University for their chosen course.
  • The deadline for CSC scholarship applications is 16:00 GMT on Tuesday, 20th May 2025. Candidates should refer to the CSC website for application instructions and required documentation.
  • To apply to Bangor University, candidates can complete the online application form available on the university's website. It is essential not to delay in submitting the application to allow time for offer letters to be prepared.

Deadlines:

The deadline for CSC scholarship applications is 16:00 GMT on Tuesday, 20th May 2025.

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FAQs

  • Yes, you can secure an education loan to study abroad at Commonwealth Fund. Education loans are of two types — Collateral and non-collateral. Collateral includes either: Immovable property – a house or a flat or land (or) liquid security – an FD, or LIC or shares or bonds. Agricultural lands are not accepted by any bank for education loan.

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  • The deadline of Commonwealth Distance Scholarship at Bangor University 2025 is Expired.
  • Commonwealth Distance Scholarship at Bangor University 2025 is offered to Masters degree.
  • Commonwealth Distance Scholarship at Bangor University 2025 is offered for Selected subjects .
  • Commonwealth Distance Scholarship at Bangor University 2025 is open for: Open to selected nationals.
  • Commonwealth Distance Scholarship at Bangor University 2025 is offered by Commonwealth Fund.
  • Commonwealth Distance Scholarship at Bangor University 2025 covers Partial Funding, GBP 18,000.