Chevening Royal Holloway Scholarship

About the project

Fully funded scholarships (including fees and living expenses) for international students studying for a Masters degree at Royal Holloway.

These scholarships are part of the Chevening scheme, which enables outstanding emerging leaders from all over the world to study Masters degrees in the UK.

Each scholarship provides:

Find out more about the Chevening scheme or discover how the Chevening scholarship can change lives by hearing from some of our former Chevening scholars below.

Applications must be made through the Chevening online application system . You'll need to select Royal Holloway as your first preference university choice. Find out more about the application process below.

The deadline for 2027 entry is 11am (UTC) on 6 October.

• Full academic tuition fees, including examination/these costs
• A monthly stipend for living expenses for a single student
• An allowance package to cover for arrival, departure, events and engagements
• Return airfare (economy class) to cover travel to and from country of residence by an approved route
• VISA and Immigration Health Surcharge
• International fee status
• Achieved at least a 2.1 degree or equivalent
• Have at least two years' of work experience after graduating from undergraduate degree
• Have not received or be receiving financial benefit from an HMG funded scholarship
• Not hold dual nationality where one nationality is British
• Not be employees, relatives of employees, or former employers (within two years) of His Majesty's Government, the British Council, MOD, BEIS, DIT and UKBA, the Association of Commonwealth Universities or Royal Holloway.

Innocent - from Zimbabwe

MSc Elections, Campaigns and Democracy

"Chevening has had a profound and lasting impact on my journey. It gave me the opportunity to study at Royal Holloway, strengthen my analytical and research skills and grow in confidence.

"It also opened doors – from funding my PhD to publishing my work and building my academic profile. The insights I gained into election analysis continue to shape my research today. Just as importantly, it connected me to a vibrant international network of scholars and future leaders.

"Above all, it reinforced my commitment to combining academic rigour with empathy and strengthened my platform as a leader. I hope to continue using that platform to contribute to global conversations on democracy and elections, particularly in the African context."

Read Innocent's full story

Brenda - from Brazil

MSc Human Resource Management

"When I discovered Chevening I immediately recognised it as the opportunity I had been waiting for - not only to study in the UK, access to a level of education and international exposure I could not have afforded. I applied twice before being selected, and that moment changed my life.

"Chevening allowed me to be the first person in my family to leave the country and pursue a masters degree abroad. For me, it represents social mobility, personal achievement, and the possibility of transforming my future.

"Chevening gave me the tools, network, and confidence to pursue a career focused on people, inclusion, and long-term impact. It’s been a life-changing experience that has fundamentally expanded what I believe is possible."

Read Brenda's full story.

Cheikh - from Mauritania

MSc International Business Management

"My time as a Chevening Scholar has been truly transformative. It has encouraged me to dream bigger and provided a clear pathway to achieving my ambitions.

"One of its most valuable aspects is the global network, connecting me with inspiring professionals and future leaders from across the world. Through events and engagement opportunities organised by the Chevening Secretariat, I have gained new perspectives and strengthened my confidence as a future leader.

"Being part of the prestigious Chevening community is incredibly meaningful. With over 60,000 alumni worldwide, it offers a powerful global network for collaboration and idea-sharing.

"For me, it provides the opportunity to connect with high-calibre future leaders, share perspectives, and build relationships around common interests and ambitions."

Read Cheikh's full story .

The application process

Exact dates will change each year, and we advise you check the Chevening website but as a guide:

• Applications are open between August and October for the following year (eg students looking to join us in the 2027-28 academic year will need to apply between August and October 2026).
• Applications are reviewed by Chevening up until January.
• Interviews with applicants take place between March-April.
• Students will be informed if they’ve been successful from early June.
• The deadline to meet Chevening conditions (including receiving an unconditional offer from your chosen university is in early July).

Contact us

If you have any queries please email rhps@rhul.ac.uk

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