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OpenLife News reports that Federal Ministry of Education has called for applications from qualified Nigerian graduates for the 2027/2028 Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowship Plan to study in the United Kingdom.
The notice, shared by the Lagos State Scholarship Board and signed by Dr. Folake Olatunji-David for the Minister of Education, stated that applications will close on October 20, 2026.
The scholarships cover a one-year taught Master’s programme or doctoral studies of up to three years in any UK university.
According to the Department of Scholarship Awards, formerly the Federal Scholarship Board:
Master’s Applicants: Must have a first degree with at least Second Class Upper Division.
PhD Applicants: Must have a relevant Master’s degree plus at least Second Class Lower Division in their first degree.
Admission: All applicants must have secured admission offers from at least two UK institutions. PhD Applicants: Must also submit a supporting statement from a prospective supervisor at their chosen UK institution.
NYSC: Evidence of participation in the National Youth Service Corps is mandatory for all categories.
The Ministry said applications will be assessed based on:
“Academic merit, Development impact upon completion, and Quality of Study plan.”
Applicants are also advised to align their proposed studies with Nigeria’s development priority areas including education, health, economic growth, governance, climate and environment, engineering, science and technology, food and nutrition, and humanitarian emergencies.
All applications must be submitted online through the Electronic Application System, EAS:Register on the EAS portal and complete the online application form.
Upload scanned copies of your passport photograph, university transcripts, birth certificate, and admission letters from the UK institutions listed. Submit your completed application online on or before October 20, 2026.
After submission:
Generate a PDF version of your form, download and print one hard copy for submission at the interview venue.
Important Notes: Foreign certificates must be accompanied by official translation and evaluation. For more details and selection criteria, visit the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission website.
Enquiries: fsb@education.gov.ng | 09124516750 or 09082454557 | Director, Department of Scholarship Awards.
Application portal: Click HERE
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