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Chevening Scholarships Guide (UK Postgraduate Study)

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO)
United Kingdom
Editorial review date: 2026-10-26
Current Cycle Status:

The 2027/28 application cycle is currently CLOSED on the official portal. This independent guide is for advance planning.

Eligible DegreesMaster's Degree
Tuition Waiver100% Full Waiver
Airfare CoverageCovered
Health InsuranceNot Included

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Funding Package & Allowances

Monthly Living Allowance

Monthly living allowance to cover living expenses for a one-year eligible master's program.

Accommodation & Housing

Covered through the monthly living allowance.

Additional Benefits Included:
  • Economy class return airfare to the United Kingdom
  • Arrival allowance and departure allowance for official Chevening events
  • Student visa application fee coverage per program regulations

Eligibility Criteria for Arab Applicants

Eligible Arab Nationalities

Citizens of Chevening-eligible countries per official territory guidelines.

Academic Degree Requirement

An undergraduate degree that qualifies the applicant for entry into their chosen UK master's courses.

Language Requirements

Meet the English language requirements of the three chosen UK master's courses.

Age Limit & Experience

No upper age limit. · At least 2,800 hours of work experience completed post-graduation; undergraduate studies completed at least 2 years prior to deadline.

Important Eligibility Notes:

• Commitment to return to country of citizenship/award for a minimum of two years post-study.

• Apply to three eligible UK master's courses and secure an unconditional offer from at least one.

Typical Preparation Checklist

Typical dossier preparation list; official call guidelines remain definitive

1
Undergraduate degree certificate and official academic transcripts in English
2
Four Chevening essays (Leadership & Influence, Networking, Study in the UK, Career Plan)
3
Two professional or academic reference letters
4
Valid passport
5
University offer letters from eligible UK master's courses once received

Step-by-Step Application Roadmap

1

Review official country eligibility guidelines on chevening.org.

2

Draft and refine the four mandatory essays demonstrating tangible experience.

3

Submit online application via the official eChevening portal before the annual deadline.

4

Apply directly to three master's courses at UK universities to secure an unconditional offer.

5

Attend the interview at the local British Embassy if shortlisted.

Direct Official Source Links

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Academic Dossier Formatting

Applicants benefit from formatting academic CVs, statements, and study proposals according to standard UK university layout guidelines.