UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office · United Kingdom
Chevening Scholarship
UK Government flagship scholarship for emerging leaders undertaking an eligible one-year taught master's degree.
Open 59 days remaining
DestinationUnited Kingdom
Degree levelMaster's
FundingFully Funded
Deadline6 October 2026
Eligibility at a glance
Pakistan eligibility Yes
Nationality Citizens of Chevening-eligible countries, including Pakistan
Minimum qualification Undergraduate degree enabling entry to a UK postgraduate programme
Minimum grade Not universally specified; competitive academic merit expected
Prerequisite background Any academic background that meets one of three eligible UK master's programme requirements
Eligible fields of study Eligible one-year taught master's programmes at UK universities
Work experience At least 2,800 hours of work experience
Age limit No stated upper age limit
English / language Meet university/course English requirements; Chevening itself does not impose a separate English test requirement
Admission required first No
Nomination required No
Application fee Scholarship application normally free; host admission fee may apply
What the scholarship covers
Tuition Eligible tuition fees covered
Stipend Monthly living allowance
Travel support Return economy travel and arrival/departure allowances
Insurance Visa-related support included per award terms
Other benefits Chevening events and global alumni network
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Verification & official source
Last verified: 8 August 2026
Deadline confidence: Confirmed
2027/28 applications open 4 Aug 2026; close 6 Oct 2026 at 11:00 UTC.
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