Applications for the UK Government’s Chevening Scholarships open until 7 November 2023
Applications for Chevening Scholarships to study in the UK are open between 12 September and 7 November 2023. Applications are to be submitted via the online application form at chevening.org/apply
Chevening Scholarships are awarded to individuals from all backgrounds who can demonstrate that they have the commitment and skills required to become future leaders, and can show how a UK master’s degree will help them to create positive change in their country. The scholarship offers full financial support for scholars to study for any eligible master’s degree at over 150 UK universities whilst also gaining access to a wide range of exclusive academic, professional, and cultural experiences.
Since the programme was created in 1983, over 55,000 professionals have had the opportunity to take their career to the next level through Chevening. There are approximately 1,500 awards on offer globally for the 2024/2025 academic year, demonstrating the UK’s ongoing commitment towards developing the leaders of tomorrow as Chevening celebrates its 40th anniversary year.
British Ambassador to Thailand, Mark Gooding, said :
If you are someone who is passionate about driving change, whether on a local or global scale, if you want to be the best at what you do and if you have the imagination to inspire others, then a Chevening Scholarship could be the perfect opportunity for you.
2018-19 Chevening Scholar, Jirutsun Pramualsilp from Thailand, said :
Chevening has invigorated me with a diverse understanding of the world and a community of dreamers and achievers with shared purposes. This inspires and enables me to better serve Thai society as a responsible and empathetic global citizen.
More information
Visit chevening.org/scholarships for detailed information on the eligibility criteria and scholarship specifications.
Contact
Chevening Officer, Warumporn Samranchit at Warumporn.Samranchit@fcdo.gov.uk
Notes to editors
Chevening Scholarships are the UK Government’s global scholarship programme, funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and partner organisations. The scholarships support one-year taught master’s degrees at UK universities for individuals with demonstrable potential to become future leaders, decision-makers, and opinion formers.
Chevening began in 1983 and has developed into a prestigious international awards scheme. Chevening Scholars come from over 160 countries and territories worldwide. Over the past five years, Chevening has awarded almost 8,000 scholarships. There are over 55,000 Chevening Alumni around the world who comprise an influential and highly regarded global network.
The name ‘Chevening’ comes from Chevening House in Sevenoaks, Kent – currently the joint official residence of the UK’s Foreign Secretary.
The UK is home to many of the world’s best universities. It takes pride in being a top destination for Thai students, known for its excellence in educational quality, inclusive environment, vibrant cultural scenes and rich historical heritage.
More information is available at chevening.org