Royal Holloway, University of London

Study at Royal Holloway, University of London with a fully funded Chevening Scholarship.

Founded in 1886 by Queen Victoria, Royal Holloway, University of London has a long and proud history of advancing social change through education. As one of the first UK universities to offer higher education to women, the university has always been at the forefront of social change. Today, Royal Holloway continues to build on its legacy by providing students with the tools they need to make a lasting global impact. 

Royal Holloway has two campus locations: a close-knit community in Surrey, just outside of London, and a vibrant base in Bloomsbury, in the heart of central London.

Why study at Royal Holloway as a Chevening scholar? 

For Chevening scholars, Royal Holloway offers an exceptional postgraduate experience in a nurturing environment. Known for its cross-disciplinary approach, Royal Holloway offers a range of postgraduate programmes in areas like arts, business, humanities, law, and science. The university’s postgraduate courses are designed with students in mind and are delivered by world-class academics who are at the forefront of their fields.  

As a Chevening scholar at Royal Holloway, you will benefit from a rigorous academic environment that prepares you to tackle some of the world’s most pressing challenges. You will also benefit from a dedicated careers support service, which will help you both during your studies and after you graduate. Beyond the classroom, the university’s partnerships with industry will give you the connections and confidence you need to make your mark.  

What can you study? 

With a Chevening Scholarship, you can study any Chevening-eligible course at Royal Holloway.

Did you know? 

Royal Holloway’s distinctive Founder’s Building, lecture theatres, and stunning grounds have featured in a wide range of TV shows and films, including The Crown (Netflix), You (Netflix), Silent Witness (BBC), Heartstopper (Netflix), Call the Midwife (BBC), Cheat (ITV), Downton Abbey (ITV), The Split (BBC), Celebrity Masterchef (BBC), Midsomer Murders (ITV), and Avengers: Age of Ultron. 

Additionally, notable alumni of Royal Holloway include: 

  • Emily Wilding Davison (Suffragette) 
  • Sir Lenny Henry CBE (actor) 
  • Dr Elizabeth Blackwell (first woman doctor) 
  • Sophie Christiansen CBE (Paralympian) 
  • Emma Bridgewater (pottery designer) 
  • Mary Nightingale (newsreader) 

How to apply 

If you’re interested in studying at Royal Holloway with a fully funded Chevening Scholarship, our application guidance takes you through everything you need to know.