The Chevening Scholarship is one of the United Kingdom’s most prestigious fully funded scholarship programmes for future global leaders. Funded by the UK Government, the scholarship enables outstanding professionals from around the world to pursue a one-year master’s degree at a UK university while developing leadership skills, expanding professional networks and experiencing British culture.
About the Chevening Scholarship
The Chevening Scholarship is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) together with partner organisations. The programme is designed for emerging leaders who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership potential and a commitment to creating positive change in their home countries.
In addition to funding a master’s degree, the Chevening Scholarship offers scholars access to an exclusive engagement programme that includes networking events, leadership activities, professional development opportunities and meetings with government officials, alumni and industry experts.
Upon completing their studies, Chevening Scholars are expected to return to their home countries equipped with the knowledge, skills and international connections needed to contribute to national development and global cooperation.
Scholarship Benefits
The Chevening Scholarship is fully funded and includes:
- Full payment of tuition fees.
- Economy return airfare between the UK and your home country.
- Arrival allowance.
- Departure allowance.
- Visa application costs.
- Contribution towards TB testing where required.
- Travel top-up allowance.
- Monthly living stipend to cover accommodation and daily expenses.
- Access to exclusive networking events, leadership training and professional development activities.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Chevening Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country or territory.
- Commit to returning to their home country for at least two years after completing the scholarship.
- Have completed an undergraduate degree that qualifies them for admission to a UK master’s programme.
- Have completed their undergraduate studies at least two years before the scholarship application deadline.
- Possess at least 2,800 hours of relevant work experience after graduating.
- Apply to three eligible UK master’s courses.
- Receive an unconditional offer from at least one eligible UK university within the timeline specified by Chevening.
Eligible Work Experience
The required work experience may include:
- Full-time employment.
- Part-time employment.
- Voluntary work.
- Paid or unpaid internships where eligible under Chevening guidelines.
Applicants should ensure that their combined work experience meets the minimum requirement before submitting an application.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
- Valid passport.
- Undergraduate degree certificate and academic transcripts.
- References.
- Evidence of work experience.
- Unconditional university offer (within the required timeline).
- Any additional documents requested during the application process.
How To Apply
To apply for the Chevening Scholarship:
- Create an account on the official Chevening application portal.
- Complete the online scholarship application form.
- Select three eligible UK master’s degree programmes.
- Upload all required supporting documents.
- Submit your application before the official deadline.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews before final scholarship decisions are made.
Application Deadline
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