Chevening Scholarship
UK Government (FCDO)
Any Level
Full tuition + living stipend + travel
UK
TBA
International
Eligibility
Bachelor's degree; 2 years work experience; leadership potential
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor's degree equivalent to UK upper second-class honors
- Minimum 2 years (2,800 hours) of work experience
- Strong leadership potential and networking skills
- Return to home country for 2 years after scholarship
- English proficiency (varies by university)
Syllabus & Topics Covered
Subjects and areas tested or evaluated for this scholarship:
- No entrance exam — selection based on application and interview
- IELTS/TOEFL for English proficiency (university-dependent)
- Application essays on leadership, networking, and study plan
- Interview with British Embassy/High Commission
- University admission offer required before final award
Where to Read & What to Read
Recommended books, websites, and resources to prepare your application:
Chevening website: chevening.org — official application guide
UK university course search: findamasters.com
IELTS preparation (ielts.org)
Leadership essay writing guides
Networking strategy guides
Work experience documentation
2-3 reference letters
Overview
Chevening Scholarships are the UK government's global scholarship program, funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. They fund one-year Master's degrees at any UK university for outstanding emerging leaders from around the world.
What It Covers
Important Dates
Duration
1 year (Master's)