The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK (CSC) provides the main UK government scholarship scheme led by international development objectives.
Who we are
The CSC is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.
The CSC operates within the framework of the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) and is a vivid demonstration of the UK’s enduring commitment to the Commonwealth.
What we do
To date, over 31,000 people have taken up Commonwealth Scholarships since the first group of 175 Scholars arrived in the UK in 1960. Since then the scheme has constantly developed, adapting to the very different world of the present. You can read more about what we do in the CSC’s impact report.
Our development impact
The CSC champions sustainable development and supports Commonwealth Scholars to drive innovation, lead change, and advance knowledge in their home countries and beyond.
By building a community of Scholars, Fellows, and Alumni who can use their expertise to address development challenges, the CSC aims to create a fairer, more prosperous, and sustainable world for all.
Latest publications
Youth Crime, Digital Poverty, and Substance Abuse: Advocating for evidence-based interventions in Jamaica
The CSC is happy to present our next individual impact case study, the latest in our ongoing series highlighting the impactful work of Commonwealth...
Eliminating Hepatitis B Virus and Improving Gastrointestinal and Hepatology Healthcare in Zambia
The CSC is delighted to present the next case study in our ongoing series demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Alumni. This case study features...
Soil Health in Bangladesh and Canada: Understanding Degradation, Heavy Metals, and Carbon Sequestration
The CSC is delighted to present its next individual impact case study, the latest in our series showcasing the development impact of our alumni...
Latest news
The Duke of Edinburgh celebrates innovation at the Commonwealth Startup Fellowship in Ghana
On Monday 24 November, His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh joined Fellows at the Commonwealth Startup Fellowship bootcamp in Ghana to find out...
Commonwealth Startup Fellowship welcomes its next wave of innovators
This week, we welcomed 23 new Commonwealth Startup Fellows as they begin a dynamic six-month fellowship to elevate their entrepreneurial leadership...
Connecting with Commonwealth Alumni across West Africa
This month, our Senior Alumni Relations Manager, Kirsty Scott, is visiting partners and Commonwealth Alumni in Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Togo. The...
