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Sri Lanka’s 10 Commonwealth Scholars Embark on Fully Funded Academic Journey to the UK Ten outstanding Sri Lankan students have been awarded Commonwealth Scholarships to pursue their postgraduate studies in the UK this year, joining a distinguished global network of future leaders dedicated to driving positive national and global impact. Following a rigorous selection process that highlighted both academic excellence and a strong commitment to driving real change, a cohort of 10 scholars was selected from institutions across the country. The 2025 Commonwealth Scholars cohort includes nine Master’s scholars and, after a lapse of several years, one PhD scholar. A Pre-Departure Briefing held at the British Council Library in Colombo gathered scholarship awardees, alumni, and key officials from the British High Commission and British Council to honour the chosen scholars and also create a space for connection, mentoring, and collective pride in a shared legacy. “The Commonwealth Scholarship is one ...