Chevening Scholarship

This global programme operates in over 150 countries around the world. Chevening scholarships are predominantly aimed at Masters applicants but PhD applications will be considered if the Chevening Scholarship Programme can find a funding partner.




Applicants must contact the British Embassy/High Commission or the British Council in the country of which they are a citizen. Deadlines for applications will differ from country to country but the application process is identical in each case.



Competition for Chevening scholarships is intense, and only one in every 25 applicants is successful. A typical successful applicant would be:



* a graduate with proven academic skills

* committed to return to their country and contribute to the socio-economic development of their country through implementing the new skills and knowledge acquired in the UK

* established in a career, with a track record of excellence and achievement, and the prospect of becoming a leader in his/her chosen field. The vast majority of Chevening scholars are aged 25-35 years old

* able to show, at interview, that they possess the personal qualities to benefit from their scholarship and use it to succeed in their chosen career

* have a clear idea how their scholarship will benefit their country on their return



Chevening scholarships vary in value, with some offering full tuition and maintenance whilst others provide partial tuition. There are not typically priority areas for study, although, if these exist they will be displayed on the Chevening website.



More information Chevening.com