Chevening Scholarships

INTRODUCTION

The Chevening Scholarships is a prestigious global scholarship program funded by the UK government. It aims to support outstanding individuals from around the world to pursue a one-year master’s degree at any UK university. The scholarship program is designed to develop global leaders who can contribute to their home countries’ social, political, and economic progress.

It is funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and partner organisations and it is awarded to individuals with demonstrable leadership potential and strong academic backgrounds. Additionally, Chevening scholars gain access to a wide range of exclusive academic, professional, and cultural experiences.

Since the programme was created in 1983, nearly 60,000 outstanding professionals, have had the opportunity to develop in the UK through Chevening. There are more than 1,000 scholarships on offer each year, demonstrating the UK’s ongoing commitment towards developing the leaders of tomorrow.

ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible for a Chevening Scholarship you must: 

• Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country or territory.  
• Commit to returning to your home country for at least two years after your scholarship ends. 
• Have at least two years of work experience (2,800 hours). 
• Hold an undergraduate degree that qualifies you for a UK master’s programme. 
• Apply to three different and eligible  UK university courses. You must have received an unconditional offer from at least one of these course choices by the references and education documents deadline listed on the application timeline. 

You are not eligible for a Chevening Scholarship if you: 

• Hold British or dual British citizenship (unless you are a citizen of a British Overseas Territory or hold BN(O) and are applying from Hong Kong).
• Hold refugee status in a country not eligible for Chevening. However, if you are a citizen of an eligible country and hold refugee status in another eligible country, you are eligible for a scholarship.
• Are an employee, former employee, or relative of an employee of the UK government, British Embassies/High Commissions, the British Council, the Association of Commonwealth Universities, or sponsoring UK universities. Employees, former employees, or relatives* of an employee of Chevening Partner organisations are eligible to apply, but if the employment took place within the last two years, you cannot receive a Chevening Partner Award from the organisation from which you work, previously worked, or are affiliated with through relatives.
• Have previously studied in the UK on a UK government-funded scholarship.

APPLICATION PROCESS

If you meet the eligibility criteria, you can apply for a Chevening Scholarship by selecting your country from the dropdown list at chevening.org/apply. Your application will then be assessed by an independent reading committee, who will create a longlist of applicants.

If you are longlisted, you will be invited to submit references and attend an interview with the British embassy or high commission in your country. These face-to-face interviews are conducted in English by a panel, who will ask you questions about your personal and professional goals, and how a Chevening Scholarship would help you achieve them. Your choice of courses will also be taken into consideration. The panel will then score your interview against the global Chevening criteria.

AWARD BENEFITS

The Chevening Scholarship provides comprehensive financial support for its recipients. The scholarship includes:

• Full Tuition Fees: Covers the full cost of tuition for a one-year master’s program at a UK university.
• Living Allowance: Provides a monthly stipend to cover living expenses.
• Travel Expenses: Includes a return airfare from the recipient’s home country to the UK.
• Additional Allowances: Covers other essential expenses like visa fees and travel insurance.

CONCLUSION

The Chevening Scholarship is a life-changing opportunity for talented individuals who are committed to making a difference in the world. With its generous funding, academic rigor, and the chance to be part of a prestigious global network, this opportunity provides a platform for emerging leaders to realize their full potential. If you are an ambitious professional with a passion for leadership and a desire to study in the UK, the Chevening Scholarship may be the key to unlocking your future.