External scholarships

Chevening Scholarships

Supports emerging leaders to study a master's programme and develop the skills and networks to drive change.

Key information

Funding type
Fully funded
Total value
Full tuition fees, a living allowance, travel costs and allowances
Application deadline
06/10/2026
Eligibility
Study a full-time, on-campus postgraduate taught master’s programme

Overview

Chevening Scholarships are funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and partner organisations. 

They provide full funding for postgraduate study, allowing you to focus on your studies and make the most of your time in the UK.

Most awards support a 1-year master's degree. During your studies, you will develop your academic and professional skills, expand your network, experience UK culture and build lasting international connections.

If you have strong academic achievement, leadership potential and the ambition to make a positive impact, we encourage you to apply.

We also offer a Chevening-Southampton Scholarship, available to master's students from any eligible Chevening country who select the University of Southampton as their first choice institution.

Eligibility

To apply for a Chevening scholarship, you must meet a number of eligibility criteria. 

Check the Chevening website for the most up-to-date requirements before you apply.

How to apply

Scholarship applications open in August.

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