Chevening 2021-2022 Scholarships for International Students (UK)

International students are to note that the 2021-2022 Chevening Scholarships for international students to study in the United Kingdom will commence soon. Chevening Scholarships are the UK government’s scholarship programme funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organizations.

Chevening scholarships offers awards to outstanding students with great leadership potential globally to study for a postgraduate (masters) degree at any university in the UK. Chevening is the UK Government scholarships and fellowships that enable future leaders to study in the UK, whilst joining a global community of professionals who are creating positive impact across the world.

• Table of Content
• About Chevening
• Chevening Scholarships
• Aim and Benefits of Chevening Scholarships
• Requirements for Chevening Scholarships Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Chevening

Chevening is the UK government’s international awards programme aimed at developing global leaders. Funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations, Chevening offers two types of award – Chevening Scholarships and Chevening Fellowships – the recipients of which are personally selected by British embassies and high commissions throughout the world. Chevening offers a unique opportunity for future leaders, influencers, and decision-makers from all over the world to develop professionally and academically, network extensively, experience UK cu... continue reading

Chevening Scholarships

Aim and Benefits of Chevening Scholarships

A Chevening scholarship typically covers tuition fees, a monthly living allowance, economy class return airfare to the UK and additional grants and allowances to cover essential expenditure.

Requirements for Chevening Scholarships Qualification

• Applicants must be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country who have been offered admission to study at any UK university for the 2021-2022 academic session.
• Applicants must be willing to return to their home country or territory after the completion of their studies for a minimum of two years.
• Applicants must have completed all components of an undergraduate degree that will enable you to gain entry onto a postgraduate programme at a UK university by the time you submit your application. This is equivalent to an upper second-class 2:1 honours degree in the UK but may be different depending on the applicant’s course and university choice.
• Apply to three different eligible UK university courses and have received an unconditional offer from one of these choices by 15 July, 2021.
• Applicants must meet the Chevening English language requirement by 15 July 2021.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

The 2021-2022 applications for the Chevening scholarship will open on 3 September, 2020. Applicants are enjoined to prepare their academic credentials and other supporting documents ahead of the opening date. In order to give yourself the best chance of being shortlisted for an interview and eventually being offered a scholarship, it is vital that you prepare at every stage of the process.

Before submitting your application, it is recommended that you read the guidance offered as it will help you find the right courses, choose appropriate references, and avoid common mistakes that other applicants make.

For more details, visit Chevening website.