Chevening Scholarships 2026 for International Student Applicants Now Open
The UK Government has officially opened applications for the 2026–2027 Chevening programme, inviting ambitious students and professionals from Asia, Africa, Latin America, and other eligible regions to apply. Known worldwide for empowering future leaders, Chevening offers not only its prestigious fully funded master’s scholarships but also a wide range of specialized fellowships in leadership, culture, cybersecurity, journalism, innovation, energy policy, and governance.
Whether your goal is to study, conduct research, or gain high-level professional training in the UK, Chevening provides the platform to connect with a powerful global alumni network of over 55,000 changemakers.
Chevening awards are fully funded, covering all major costs so recipients can focus entirely on their academic or professional growth in the UK. The package includes:
1# Chevening Scholarships – Fully Funded Master’s Degrees
Fund one-year master’s programmes at top UK universities.
2# Chevening Fellowships – Professional Development Programmes
For mid-career professionals seeking short-term, high-impact programmes in the UK.
Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship – For cultural leaders in arts, museums, heritage, and creative industries
https://www.chevening.org/fellowship/clore/
Chevening Cyber Security Fellowship – Cranfield University | For tech and digital policy professionals
https://www.chevening.org/fellowship/wbcs/
Chevening Research, Science, and Innovation Leadership Fellowship (CRISP) – University of Oxford | For Indian science and innovation leaders
https://www.chevening.org/fellowship/crisp/
Chevening South Asia Journalism Fellowship – University of Westminster | For journalists across South Asia
https://www.chevening.org/fellowship/sajp/
Chevening LSE Fellowship – London School of Economics | For public policy and development researchers
https://www.chevening.org/fellowship/lse/
Chevening OCIS Fellowship / Abdullah Gül Fellowship – Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies | For scholars of Islamic culture and civilization
https://www.chevening.org/fellowship/ocis/
Chevening Energy Market Reform Fellowship – For energy governance and policy reform professionals
https://www.chevening.org/fellowship/energy-market-reform/
The last date to apply for all Chevening Scholarships and Fellowships for the 2026–2027 cycle is October 7, 2025.