The Chevening Scholarship 2026–2027 is a prestigious fully funded master’s scholarship funded by the UK Government. It provides outstanding international students the opportunity to pursue a one-year master’s degree at any university in the United Kingdom.
Each year, thousands of global leaders are selected to study in the UK under the Chevening program.
If you are a future leader from Cambodia or any eligible country, this scholarship could be your life-changing opportunity.
💰 What Does Chevening Cover?
Chevening is a fully funded scholarship, which means selected scholars receive:
✔ Full university tuition fees
✔ Monthly living allowance (stipend)
✔ Travel costs to and from the UK
✔ Arrival allowance
✔ Visa application fee
✔ Travel grants for Chevening events
You do NOT need to pay any tuition or living costs.
📍 Host Country
United Kingdom 🇬🇧
🏫 Host Universities
Chevening scholars can study at any UK university, including:
- University of Oxford
- University of Cambridge
- London School of Economics
- University of Manchester
- University of Edinburgh
(You must apply separately to your chosen university programs.)
📚 Available Fields of Study
You can apply for most master’s programs in:
- Public Policy
- Business & Management
- International Relations
- Law
- Development Studies
- Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Media & Communications
- And many more
👤 Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for Chevening 2026–2027, applicants must:
✔ Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country
✔ Return to your home country for at least 2 years after the scholarship
✔ Have an undergraduate degree
✔ Have at least 2 years of work experience (2,800 hours)
✔ Apply to three different eligible UK master’s programs
✔ Meet English language requirements (depending on university)
📝 Required Documents
Applicants must prepare:
- Valid passport
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificate
- 2 Reference letters
- CV
- Offer letters from UK universities (after shortlisting)
🗓 Application Timeline (Expected)
- Applications Open: August 2025
- Deadline: November 2025
- Interviews: February–April 2026
- Results: June 2026
- Study Begins: September 2026
(Note: Always check the official website for exact dates.)
🖥 How to Apply
- Visit the official Chevening website
- Create an online account
- Submit required documents
- Apply to 3 UK master’s programs
- Attend interview (if shortlisted)
🌍 Why Choose Chevening?
Chevening is not just a scholarship — it is a global leadership network.
Benefits include:
- Access to global alumni network
- Leadership training
- Professional networking events
- Career development support
Many Chevening alumni become ministers, CEOs, entrepreneurs, and international leaders.
💡 Pro Tips to Increase Your Chance
✔ Focus on leadership experience
✔ Show impact in your community
✔ Write strong networking and career plan essays
✔ Apply early to universities
✔ Choose programs aligned with your career goals