About the Scholarship
The University of London, in collaboration with the Commonwealth Scholarships Commission, is offering a fully funded Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarship for the September 2025 intake. This opportunity is open to students from developing Commonwealth countries who wish to pursue a Master of Arts (MA) in Human Rights by distance learning.
This practice-based program equips students with essential skills to thrive as human rights practitioners, blending practical, theoretical, and legal perspectives.
Host Institution: University of London
Program Type: Postgraduate | Master’s Degree
Study Mode: Online (Distance Learning)
Eligible Countries: Low and Middle-Income Commonwealth Nations
Deadline: May 20, 2025
Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded – Full Tuition Fees
IELTS Requirement: Not Required
✅ Scholarship Benefits
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Full coverage of tuition fees
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Opportunity to earn a globally recognized Master’s degree online
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Specialized training to advance your career in human rights
📝 Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
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Be a national of a Low or Middle-Income Commonwealth country
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Have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
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Already hold an offer of admission to the MA in Human Rights program
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Be unable to study in the UK due to financial or other constraints
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Apply for the MA program no later than May 9, 2025
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Submit the Commonwealth Scholarship application by May 20, 2025
📌 Application Process (Step-by-Step)
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Apply for Admission
Submit your application to the MA in Human Rights at the University of London before May 9, 2025. -
Apply for the Scholarship
Once you’ve received an offer, apply for the Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarship before May 20, 2025.
