About This Opportunity

Chevening is the UK Government's international scholarship programme, funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and partner organisations. It offers future leaders, influencers, and decision-makers from around the world the opportunity to pursue a one-year Master's degree at any UK university, fully funded. Chevening is one of the most competitive and prestigious scholarship programmes available to African applicants, with thousands of scholarships awarded globally each year.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Citizen of a Chevening-eligible country (Ghana and most African countries are eligible — confirm at chevening.org)
  • Minimum two years of work experience (equivalent to 2,800 hours)
  • Hold an undergraduate degree that will enable you to gain entry onto a competitive Master's programme in the UK
  • Apply to three different eligible UK Master's courses as part of your application
  • Return to your home country for a minimum of two years after the scholarship ends
  • Not currently studying in the UK on another scholarship

What You Get / Benefits

  • Full tuition fees for a one-year Master's degree at a UK university
  • Monthly living stipend to cover accommodation and living expenses
  • Travel costs to and from the UK
  • An arrival allowance and additional grants for fieldwork or research where applicable
  • Access to the global Chevening Alumni network spanning over 170 countries

How to Apply

  • Visit chevening.org and review eligibility requirements for your country
  • Research and select three eligible Master's courses at different UK universities
  • Complete the online application, including personal essays on leadership, networking, and career plans
  • Submit references and supporting documents as required
  • If shortlisted, attend an interview, typically conducted in your home country

    • Tips

    • Chevening evaluates leadership potential as much as academic ability. Use your essays to demonstrate concrete examples of leadership and impact, not just ambition.
    • Apply to three genuinely different Master's programmes that align with your career goals — a scattergun approach across unrelated fields can weaken your application's coherence.
    • Start your application early. The essay questions require real reflection, and strong references take time to arrange.

    ⏰ Applications typically open in August and close in November (exact dates vary by year) — check chevening.org for the current cycle's deadline and apply as early as possible.