UK Government Chevening Scholarship 2027 | Fully Funded
Introduction
The UK Government Chevening Scholarship provides outstanding professionals and future leaders from eligible countries with the opportunity to pursue a one-year master's degree in the United Kingdom. The fully funded programme supports scholars with major study and living expenses while providing opportunities for professional development and international networking.
Scholarship Overview
| Country | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Degree Level | Master’s |
| Funding Type | Fully Funded |
| Deadline | October 6, 2026 |
About the Scholarship
The Chevening Scholarship is the UK government's international scholarship programme for outstanding professionals and future leaders from eligible countries. It provides an opportunity to pursue a one-year master's degree at a UK university in almost any field of study, supporting applicants who demonstrate leadership potential and strong academic backgrounds.
The programme is designed for individuals committed to creating positive change in their home countries. Successful scholars receive comprehensive financial support covering major study and living expenses and gain opportunities to develop professional and academic networks in the United Kingdom.
Scholarship Benefits
- Full payment of eligible master’s tuition fees.
- Travel costs to and from the United Kingdom.
- UK visa application fee coverage.
- Monthly living allowance to support accommodation and other expenses.
- Potential travel allowance for mandatory Chevening events.
- Opportunity to study a one-year master’s degree in the UK.
- Access to an international network of Chevening scholars and professionals.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be citizens of an eligible Chevening country.
- Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK upper second-class honours (2:1) degree.
- Applicants must have at least two years of work experience.
- Applicants must have completed all components of their undergraduate degree required for entry into a UK postgraduate programme.
- Applicants must obtain an unconditional offer from an eligible UK university for a master’s programme.
- Applicants who already hold a master’s degree may apply for a second master’s degree if they can demonstrate how it supports their career goals and intended impact in their home country.
Required Documents
- Unconditional offer from an eligible UK university.
- Academic transcripts.
- Degree certificates.
- Reference letters.
- Personal statement.
- Scholarship essays and motivation statements.
- English language proficiency evidence, where required by the selected university.
How to Apply
- Press the Apply Now button below to access the official scholarship page.
- Check that you meet the Chevening eligibility requirements for your country.
- Select suitable one-year master’s courses at eligible UK universities.
- Prepare your academic documents, references, essays, and other required information.
- Apply through the Chevening online application system using your country-specific application page.
- Upload or provide the required supporting documents within the specified application timeline.
- Complete and submit your application before the October 6, 2026 deadline.
- Press the Apply button below to visit the official application page.
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