British Chevening Scholarship

Type of award

Studentship

Value

Type A: Tuition fees only

Type B: Tuition fees, monthly stipend and various one-off allowances

Type C: Vary to cover full/part stipend and/or allowances

Specified use

Tuition fees and/or living expenses.

Tenable period

1 year

Continuation of award

Continuation of the award is subject to satisfactory progress.

Number available

Variable.

Funding provider

UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Level(s) of study

This funding is available to students undertaking the following types of study:

  • Postgraduate taught

Allowed study options

This funding is available to students undertaking the following modes of study:

  • Full-time

Subject restrictions

This funding is available in all subject areas across the University.

Academic requirements

A graduate with proven academic skills and established in a career. Must have good English language skills - usually a minimum of IELTS of 6.5.

Nationality restrictions

This funding is available to international students.

Other eligibility criteria

Applicants must hold an offer of study at The University of Manchester before applying for this funding.

Application procedure

For information on applying for a Chevening Scholarship, sign up now for alerts at  http://www.chevening.org/ and read the guidance for applicants at http://www.chevening.org/apply . 

Closing date

Varies according to counrty applied from. Check with home country's British Council or British High Commission office.

Decision date

Varies according to county applied from. Check with home country's British Council or British High Commission office.

Additional information

Chevening Scholarships are the UK government's global scholarship programme, funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations. The Scholarships are awarded to outstanding scholars with leadership potential. Awards are typically for a one-year Master's degree.

For further information on applying for a Chevening Scholarship, sign up for alerts at http://www.chevening.org . Applicants can also contact the Chevening Scholarships Secretariat at http://www.chevening.org/contact-us .

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