{"id":11117,"date":"2022-06-24T06:40:12","date_gmt":"2022-06-24T06:40:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.uptymes.com\/edu\/queen-elizabeth-commonwealth-scholarship-2021\/"},"modified":"2022-06-24T06:40:12","modified_gmt":"2022-06-24T06:40:12","slug":"queen-elizabeth-commonwealth-scholarship-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uptymes.com\/edu\/queen-elizabeth-commonwealth-scholarship-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>A Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship is a unique opportunity to study for a two-years Master\u2019s degree in low or middle-income country of the Commonwealth.<\/p>\n<p>Aimed at students who are committed to creating change in their communities, the scholarships are a life-changing opportunity to experience a new country and culture, to broaden horizons, and to build a global network that will last a lifetime.<\/p>\n<p>Through cultural exchange and academic collaboration, Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholars help bring about positive change and find solutions to the shared challenges we face \u2013 both in their home countries and those that host them. As an active part of the Commonwealth network, scholars will help shape its future.<\/p>\n<p>Applications are now open and will close<strong>\u00a09 July, 4:00 (UTC +1)<\/strong>\u00a0. Please read the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.acu.ac.uk\/funding-opportunities\/for-students\/scholarships\/queen-elizabeth-commonwealth-scholarships\/qecs-faqs\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">FAQ\u2019s<\/a>\u00a0and the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.acu.ac.uk\/funding-opportunities\/for-students\/scholarships\/queen-elizabeth-commonwealth-scholarships\/qecs-application-guidance\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">aplication guidance<\/a>\u00a0when completing your application.<\/p>\n<p>We are aware of the current situation regarding COVID-19. Scholars will be advised to travel once travel restrictions are lifted and universities are open and accepting international students.<\/p>\n<p>The following countries will be hosting a QECS award:<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"panel panel--text-panel\">\n<div class=\"text-panel fw-container\">\n<div class=\"text-panel__inner constrain rte\">\n<p>The application form consists of the following sections:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Eligibility<\/li>\n<li>Personal Details<\/li>\n<li>Academic &amp; Employment Record<\/li>\n<li>Course at host university details<\/li>\n<li>Statements<\/li>\n<li>Upload supporting documents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The statement section is formed of three main statements which applicants need to provide. Guidance for what is required for each statement is shown below as well as on the application form itself.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"panel panel--text-panel\">\n<div class=\"text-panel fw-container\">\n<div class=\"text-panel__inner constrain rte\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Statement_1_%E2%80%AF%E2%80%AF_Plan_of_study\"\/><strong>Statement 1:\u202f\u202f Plan of study<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships provide unique opportunities to study abroad for a Master\u2019s in leading universities in low and middle-income Commonwealth countries.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Your statement should answer the following questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Why have you chosen to study this course? What specific features of the course do you find interesting?\u00a0<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Why do you want to undertake this course at this institution and in this country?<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>What have you done to research your chosen university?\u202f<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>How is this course relevant to your future career plans?<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Explain how your previous studies and experiences make you a suitable candidate for this course.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Statement_2_%E2%80%AF_%E2%80%AFDevelopment_impact_and_post_study_outreach\"\/><strong>Statement 2<\/strong>:\u202f \u202f<strong>Development impact and post study outreach<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships are for students committed to creating change in their communities. Scholars will be supported to develop their knowledge and skills, and learn how to apply them in their career so they can contribute towards solutions to global challenges and the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/sustainabledevelopment.un.org\/?menu=1300\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">UN Sustainable Development Goals.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Part 1<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Your statement should\u00a0answer the following questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Describe\u00a0briefly\u00a0one challenge\u00a0or problem\u00a0in your country\u00a0that you\u00a0would like\u00a0to address.<\/li>\n<li>How\u00a0will your proposed study help you contribute towards a solution to this challenge?<\/li>\n<li>What skills do you expect to gain from this scholarship?<\/li>\n<li>How will you use the knowledge and skills gained on award in your local community when you return home?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Part 2<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Which of the UN Sustainable Development Goals does\u00a0the subject you are\u00a0studying\u00a0most align to? (you can pick more than one).<\/li>\n<li>How\u00a0will\u00a0your proposed\u00a0study\u00a0contribute to\u00a0this\/these\u00a0Sustainable Development Goal(s)?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Statement_3_Creating_networks\"\/><strong>Statement 3: Creating networks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships\u00a0provide\u00a0an opportunity to\u00a0embrace new cultures,\u00a0learn different perspectives\u00a0and enhance collaboration at home and\u00a0throughout the Commonwealth.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Your statement should\u00a0answer the following questions:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Explain how you have developed networks through academic studies,\u00a0hobbies,\u00a0work experience and\/or\u00a0volunteering experience.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>What connections and networks will help you to achieve\u00a0impact from your scholarship?\u00a0<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>How might you start to develop these connections during your study?<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"panel panel--text-panel\">\n<div class=\"text-panel fw-container\">\n<div class=\"text-panel__inner constrain rte\">\n<p>Contact us\u00a0if you have questions.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/fs19.formsite.com\/The_ACU\/kgxq3d3qrw\/form_login.html\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><strong>CLICK HERE TO APPLY<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship is a unique opportunity to study for a two-years Master\u2019s degree in low or middle-income country of the Commonwealth. 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