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The United Kingdom has opened applications for the 2026/27 Commonwealth Fellowship Programme, offering fully funded opportunities to mid-career professionals and university academics from Commonwealth countries, including Nigeria.
The UK in Nigeria announced the opening in a post on its X handle on Thursday, urging eligible candidates to apply before the August 25, 2026 deadline.
“Applications are currently open for the #CommonwealthFellowships 2026/27! Professional Fellowships for mid-career professionals and Academic Fellowships for PhD-holding university staff. Open to candidates from all Commonwealth countries till 25 August 26,” it said.
According to the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission, the 2026/27 programme features two strands: Commonwealth Professional Fellowships and Commonwealth Academic Fellowships.
