Will Chevening fund my undergraduate degree, PhD or distance learning course?
No, the Chevening Scholarship does not cover undergraduate degrees, PhD or DPhil programs, distance learning or research-focused MRes courses. It funds eligible full-time taught master's degrees lasting 9 to 12 months that begin in autumn, so check every course you shortlist.
No, Chevening does not fund undergraduate degrees, PhD or DPhil programs or distance learning. It supports eligible full-time, taught master's degrees that last 9 to 12 months and begin in autumn.
What Chevening Does and Does Not Fund
| Programme Type | Covered by Chevening? |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate degree | No |
| PhD or DPhil | No |
| Distance learning | No |
| Research-focused MRes | No |
| Full-time taught master's of 9 to 12 months starting in autumn | Yes |
What Else Is Required
You need to be a citizen of an eligible country or territory, hold a suitable undergraduate degree and have at least 2,800 hours of post-degree work experience. You must also choose three eligible courses and agree to return home for two years.
My Advice
If you are aiming for a PhD or a distance course, Chevening is not the right route, so look for other funding early. If you want a taught master's in UK, check the duration and start month of each course, because a course outside the 9 to 12 month, autumn-start pattern will not qualify.
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