The Association of Commonwealth Universities

27/09/2026

KCFP Undergraduate Fellowships support students from Commonwealth SIDS to study subjects that will help to address local development and climate challenges. Benefits include fully funded studies and a stipend for basic living costs.

Learn more and apply by 14 October: https://buff.ly/6HHgvTb

22/09/2026

Future teachers, engineers, health professionals and sustainable tourism leaders: this opportunity is for you!

KCFP Undergraduate Fellowships are investing in talented students from Commonwealth SIDS through fully funded undergraduate study.

Learn more and apply by 14 October: https://buff.ly/6HHgvTb

16/09/2026

Applications for the King's Commonwealth Fellowship Programme Undergraduate Fellowships are now open!

The King's Commonwealth Fellowship Programme is creating new opportunities for students from Commonwealth Small Island Developing States to pursue undergraduate study while remaining connected to their communities.

With full tuition fees and basic living costs covered, the programme aims to help develop the next generation of professionals who will contribute to stronger, more climate resilient communities.

Find out more: https://buff.ly/WRG2ooT

28/07/2026

King’s Fellow Glenville McLeod will be presenting at University of the West of Scotland on Thursday 30 July, exploring how universities can help strengthen governance, resilience and institutional capacity in the wake of disasters.

Drawing on his expertise in government and public policy, Glenville will discuss how developing countries can move beyond emergency response to build more coordinated, adaptive and resilient institutions for the future. Register to attend this in person event: https://buff.ly/317iu19

Join us for this interesting event on our Paisley campus on Thursday 30th July

04/07/2026

King’s Fellow Laksham Sanassee recently completed a research visit at University of Bath as part of the King’s Commonwealth Fellowship Programme.

Through the programme, King’s Fellows are able to conduct their research at their home Small Island Developing States university along with their partner university in Australia, Canada, New Zealand or United Kingdom. This opportunity allows the King’s Fellows to access new facilities, new expertise and a wider research network that they may not have had access to otherwise.

In his reflection, Laksham shares how his time at Bath advanced his work on sustainable materials and helped shape the next stage of his academic journey. https://buff.ly/y1rdDbc

Laksham Sanassee, Institute for Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) King’s Commonwealth Fellow, reflects on his research visit to the University of Bath.

25/06/2026

“I arrived at the residential week in Jamaica hoping for a theoretical education. I left with an experience that completely reshaped my approach to research and climate advocacy for Small Island Developing States.”

In this powerful reflection, King’s Fellow Dr Preeya Mohan shares how the KCFP Climate Resilience Fellowship residential in Jamaica transformed her approach to research, collaboration, and climate advocacy. From exploring early warning systems to engaging with community-led resilience projects, the experience highlights the importance of bridging knowledge with practice.

Read the blog in full: https://buff.ly/r6vIng7

King’s Fellow Dr Preeya Mohan reflects on her time visiting Kingston, Jamaica as part of the inaugural KCFP Climate Resilience Fellowship residential.

12/06/2026

Today is the final day of the King’s Commonwealth Fellowship Programme Climate Resilience residential, wrapping up a week of learning, collaboration and innovation.

The morning will focus on project design, as the King's Fellows discuss their insights from the week and how their learnings will aid them in developing their projects further throughout their Fellowship.

In the afternoon, the fellows will deliver individual project presentations, showcasing their ideas, progress, and the diverse approaches they are taking to address climate challenges across their Commonwealth Small Island Developing States.

It was an inspiring week that has fostered new connections, deepened expertise, and laid the foundations for continued collaboration.

Learn more about the KCFP Climate Resilience Fellowship and how the work that the King's Fellows are doing will result in a near-immediate effect against the current climate crisis. https://buff.ly/NelmeZV

11/06/2026

Day 4 of the King’s Commonwealth Fellowship Programme Climate Resilience residential focused on deepening knowledge and sharpening key skills.

The day began with reflections on the recent site visits, giving Fellows the opportunity to connect real-world insights with their research. Sessions then moved into the foundations of climate finance, exploring how projects are funded and sustained.

In the afternoon, Fellows developed their ability to communicate complex scientific ideas to wider audiences - an essential skill for creating meaningful impact and driving engagement beyond academia.

Learn more about the entire KCFP programme and its goals: buff.ly/sTjpuuh

11/06/2026

Day 3 of the King’s Commonwealth Fellowship Programme (KCFP) Climate Resilience residential took the King’s Fellows into the field.

The morning began with a visit to the Rio Cobre Flood Early Warning System, offering first-hand insight into how technology and community engagement are helping to mitigate flood risks. In the afternoon, Fellows visited I-SEEED Ltd to explore sustainable agriculture practices and a survivor refuge, highlighting innovative, locally driven approaches to resilience.

These site visits provide invaluable real-world context, allowing Fellows to connect their research to practical solutions addressing the impacts of climate change.

Meet the King’s Fellows and learn more about their professional backgrounds and research interests: https://buff.ly/AZ0hZ6O

09/06/2026

Day 2 of the King’s Commonwealth Fellowship Programme (KCFP) Climate Resilience residential is underway!

The day began with a daily check-in and a continuation of systems thinking sessions, helping Fellows deepen their understanding of complex climate challenges. In the afternoon, the focus is on accessing and using data to better frame research and decision making, an essential step in strengthening the impact of the Fellows work.

The evening, will see the Fellows come together for a cocktail reception, celebrating the diversity of the cohort through their national dress.

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