Applications for the Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships for Medical Graduates are now open. The distance learning scholarships are fully funded scholarships that are offered to the less developed commonwealth countries. The distance learning scholarships are for Masters Program and for those candidates who have the potential to enhance the development of the country while staying in it.
Also See: Commonwealth Medical Fellowship 2020
Strengthening health systems and capacity
1) University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh
ChM (Masters of Surgery) - 2 years Program
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2) Queen Mary University of London, London
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3) London School of Tropical Medicine, London (2-5 years)
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4) University of Strathclyde, Glasgow (3 years Programs)
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5) Cardiff University, Cardiff
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6) Leeds Beckett University, Leeds
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7) The University of Manchester, Manchester
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8) University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen
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10) University of Dundee, Dundee
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11) University of Stirling, Stirling
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Note: Candidates will first have to apply at the University of their choice to obtain the Offer Letter. Each University has its own criteria and application process to select the number of candidates for Distance Learning Scholarships. The Universities will put forward their selected candidates to CSC by 22nd May 2020. However, the Universities will inform candidates of their results by July 2020.
Publications and Prizes
Development Plans
Career Plans
Personal Statement
Voluntary and Leadership Experience
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Last Date to Apply: 13th April 2020
Last Date to submit Supporting Documents: 4th May 2020
Terms and Conditions for the Scholarship
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Also See: Commonwealth Medical Fellowship 2020
Master Programs under the Scholarship
The Commonwealth Scholarship is offered under the following area:Strengthening health systems and capacity
1) University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh
- Clinical Education (3 years)
- Global Challenges (3-5 years)
- Pediatric Emergency Medicine (3 years)
- Public Health (3 years)
- Family Medicine (3 years)
- Surgical Sciences (3 years)
ChM (Masters of Surgery) - 2 years Program
- General Surgery
- Trauma and Orthopedics
- Urology
- Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
Details of Programs
2) Queen Mary University of London, London
- Burn Care 2 years
- Cancer and Clinical Oncology (1 and 2 years)
- Cancer and Therapeutics (1 and 2 years)
- Emergency and Resuscitation Medicine (3 years)
- Endocrinology and Diabetes (2 years)
- Gastroenterology (2 years)
- Orthopedic Trauma Science (2 years)
- Trauma Sciences (2 years)
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3) London School of Tropical Medicine, London (2-5 years)
- Global Health
- Clinical Trials
- Epidemiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
4) University of Strathclyde, Glasgow (3 years Programs)
- Prosthetic and Orthotic Rehabilitation Studies
- Prosthetic Rehabilitation Studies
- Orthotic Rehabilitation Studies
- Rehabilitation Studies
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5) Cardiff University, Cardiff
- Palliative Medicine for Healthcare Professionals (3 years)
- Clinical Optometry (1 and 5 years)
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6) Leeds Beckett University, Leeds
- Public Health Promotion (1 and 2 years)
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7) The University of Manchester, Manchester
- Public Health (1, 2 and 3-5 years)
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8) University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen
- Clinical Nutrition (8 months, 1.5 and 2 years)
- Public Health (2 years)
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10) University of Dundee, Dundee
- Infection Prevention and Control (3 years)
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11) University of Stirling, Stirling
- Dementia Studies (3 years)
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible to the Scholarship Program, Candidates should meet the following criteria:- Must be a citizen and permanent resident of Pakistan.
- Must hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) standard i.e Minimum 60% Marks in Pakistani Bachelors Degree.
- Be unable to afford to study the program without the scholarship.
- IELTS is Mandatory for applying to the Universities. The rest of the details for applying to the Universities can be found from the respective links mentioned in the Program details.
Note: Candidates will first have to apply at the University of their choice to obtain the Offer Letter. Each University has its own criteria and application process to select the number of candidates for Distance Learning Scholarships. The Universities will put forward their selected candidates to CSC by 22nd May 2020. However, the Universities will inform candidates of their results by July 2020.
Documents Required during Online Applications
- Pakistani Passport
- Transcripts
- Degree Certificates
- Offer Letter from University in which you want to study.
Selection Procedure
- Academic Merit
- The potential impact of the work on the development of Pakistan
Application Procedure
Candidates can register online from the link given below. Register a new account and start filling the form carefully. During the application, you are also required to write about your:Publications and Prizes
Development Plans
Career Plans
Personal Statement
Voluntary and Leadership Experience
Apply Online (Click Here)
Last Date to Apply: 13th April 2020
Last Date to submit Supporting Documents: 4th May 2020
Terms and Conditions for the Scholarship
Need any help? Contact us Here