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Learn in the UK, lead at home, shape the world.
Chevening is the UK Government’s prestigious international scholarships programme.
Funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, and partner organisations, we offer exceptional future leaders the opportunity to further their education in the UK, so that they can drive impact in areas of shared priority for the UK and their home countries.
At a time of unprecedented global challenges, the Chevening network offers a real cause for hope. Our community of leaders and decision-makers is already making a measurable impact in areas like climate action, economic prosperity, and conflict recovery.
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If you’re ready to join a global network of leaders working with the UK to shape a more resilient, prosperous, and sustainable future, explore our applicant resources.
To apply, you will need:
Did you know: Chevening partners offer additional scholarships and every year, some go unfilled. With fewer applicants competing for these opportunities, applying for a partner award may increase your chances of being selected.
Look for eligible one-year taught master's courses in the UK.
Find out what the UK government is doing where you live.
Find out what the UK government is doing where you live.
The Study UK Alumni Awards celebrate international alumni of UK universities who have made outstanding contributions in their home countries and beyond —from tackling social inequality to leading climate action. Among this year’s finalists are 32 Chevening alumni who are making a real difference in their communities and fields.
It’s a new year, which brings new opportunities, new hopes, and new goals. To help you make the most of this fresh start, we asked our Chevening community to share their top tips on how to seize the day and make the most of your precious time.
Today, Mahmoud El Sakka enjoys an esteemed career as Advisor to the Prime Minister of Egypt on Privatisation. Looking back on his Chevening journey, Mahmoud shares the unique career advice he would give his younger self as a scholar in 1990.
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