Overview
The Chevening Scholarship 2027/28 is a prestigious fully funded scholarship opportunity for talented and ambitious students and professionals who want to pursue a master’s degree in the United Kingdom. The scholarship supports future leaders from eligible countries and territories around the world and provides financial support to study at leading UK universities, including King’s College […]
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The Chevening Scholarship 2027/28 is a prestigious fully funded scholarship opportunity for talented and ambitious students and professionals who want to pursue a master’s degree in the United Kingdom. The scholarship supports future leaders from eligible countries and territories around the world and provides financial support to study at leading UK universities, including King’s College London. What is the Chevening Scholarship? Chevening is the UK government’s international scholarship programme for developing global leaders. Successful applicants can pursue a one-year master’s degree in the UK while joining an international network of scholars, professionals and alumni. Applicants can choose from a wide range of eligible academic fields and may apply to courses at different UK universities. What Does the Scholarship Cover? The Chevening Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship, making it a valuable opportunity for students who may not otherwise be able to afford postgraduate study in the UK. The scholarship generally provides:
Full tuition fees Monthly living allowance Travel costs to and from the UK Arrival and departure allowances Visa application cost Travel grant for attending Chevening events Other eligible allowances and support
At King’s College London, Chevening scholars may also benefit from the university’s additional tuition fee contribution under its partnership with Chevening. Eligibility Criteria To apply for the Chevening Scholarship 2027/28, applicants must meet the programme’s eligibility requirements. These generally include being a citizen of an eligible country or territory, having an undergraduate degree that qualifies for admission to a UK master’s programme, and having at least two years of work experience, equivalent to 2,800 hours. Applicants must also commit to returning to their country of citizenship for at least two years after completing their scholarship. Another important requirement is that applicants must apply to three different eligible UK master’s courses and meet the required application and university admission deadlines. How to Apply for the Chevening Scholarship Applications are submitted online through the official Chevening application system. Applicants should carefully review the eligibility requirements, select suitable master’s programmes and prepare strong application materials highlighting their leadership, networking, career goals and potential impact. For the 2027/28 intake, applications opened on 4 August 2026, and the application deadline is 6 October 2026 at 11:00 UTC. Join us on Telegram for more opportunities!
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