One of the most prominent scholarships available to international postgraduate students hoping to study in the UK is the Chevening Scholarships 2026/2027. The Chevening program, which is supported by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) in collaboration with partner organisations, gives exceptional people the chance to enrol in prestigious UK universities, such as the University of Kent, and earn a fully financed one-year teaching master’s degree.
In addition to the primary Chevening grants, the University of Kent has a long history of accepting Chevening Scholars from all over the world and provides extra partner scholarships. With complete financial support, worldwide networking opportunities, and access to exclusive events, this scholarship equips aspirational students to make a significant difference both domestically and abroad.
It is advised that qualified applicants start their preparations early, list the University of Kent as one of their top choices, and finish their application by the due date.
Host Country: UK
University: University of Kent
Opportunity Type: Masters
Subjects: All Subjects
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Candidates must be nationals of a nation that qualifies for Chevening.
- must pledge to spend at least two years back in their native country following the completion of the scholarship.
- must possess an undergraduate degree that is on par with an upper second-class honours (2:1) degree in the United Kingdom.
- A minimum of two years of professional experience is required, which may include internships, volunteer work, full-time, or part-time employment.
- It is necessary to apply to three UK master’s programs that are eligible and obtain an unconditional offer from at least one by July 9, 2026.
- You must be ready to live and study in the UK full-time.
Benefits:
- Full Tuition Fee Coverage: For the length of the master’s program, all university tuition fees are waived.
- Monthly Living Allowance: A certain sum of money given every month to help with daily costs, housing, and food.
- Round-Trip Airfare: The cost of transportation to and from the UK at the start and finish of the scholarship program.
- Support for Visa Applications: Payment for the UK student visa application fees.
- Additional funding to attend official Chevening events and activities in the United Kingdom is provided via the Chevening Event Travel Grant.
Deadline
Applications Open: 5 August 2025 (12:00 BST)
Applications Close: 7 October 2025 (12:00 GMT)
Deadline for University Offers: 9 July 2026
