Applications Open for 2027–2028 Chevening Scholarships in Türkiye

The UK Government has officially opened applications for the 2027–2028 Chevening Scholarships in Türkiye, inviting aspiring leaders, professionals and changemakers to pursue fully funded one-year master's degrees at leading UK universities. Applications, administered through the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), are open until October 6, 2026, at 11:00 UTC.

For more than four decades, the Chevening programme has supported talented individuals from around the world, equipping them with world-class education, international networks and leadership skills to address global challenges and contribute to sustainable development in their home countries.

Applications Open Until October 6

Eligible candidates from Türkiye can now apply for one of the UK's most prestigious international scholarship programmes. The scholarship covers a fully funded one-year master's degree at an eligible UK university, offering scholars the opportunity to expand their academic knowledge, develop leadership capabilities and join a global network of more than 60,000 Chevening alumni. Applicants are encouraged to begin the process early and prepare a competitive application before the deadline.

Chevening Scholarship Supports Future Global Leaders

Funded by the UK Government's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), Chevening is designed to identify individuals who demonstrate outstanding leadership potential and a commitment to creating positive change. Beyond financial support, the programme provides scholars with access to:

• Fully funded tuition fees
• Living expenses
• Travel costs
• Networking opportunities with global leaders
• Professional development and leadership events
• Membership in the worldwide Chevening alumni community

Since its launch in 1983, more than 60,000 professionals have received Chevening Scholarships, strengthening international collaboration and leadership across diverse sectors.

Priority Areas for Applicants from Türkiye

Candidates are encouraged to apply for master's programmes aligned with the UK's strategic priorities and Türkiye's development needs.

The priority areas include:

• Promoting economic growth and prosperity
• Building climate resilience
• Strengthening security and stability
• Supporting more inclusive and effective societies

Applicants whose academic and professional goals align with these themes may be particularly well-positioned during the selection process.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for a Chevening Scholarship, applicants must:

• Be a citizen or resident of Türkiye.
• Commit to returning to Türkiye for at least two years after completing the scholarship.
• Have a minimum of two years of work experience (equivalent to 2,800 hours) obtained after completing an undergraduate degree.
• Hold an undergraduate degree that qualifies them for admission to a UK master's programme.
• Apply to three eligible UK university courses.
• Receive an unconditional offer from at least one selected course by July 8, 2027.

Applicants must also satisfy all admission requirements, including any English language requirements set by their chosen universities.

Who Is Not Eligible?

The Chevening programme outlines several categories of ineligible applicants, including individuals who:

• Hold British or dual British citizenship (with limited exceptions).
• Are residing in the UK when applying.
• Are current or recent employees—or immediate family members of employees—of the UK Government, British Council or partner institutions within the specified eligibility period.
• Previously studied in the UK through a UK Government-funded scholarship, unless they meet the programme's reapplication requirements.

Holding an existing master's degree does not automatically prevent candidates from applying for a second master's programme under Chevening.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the official Chevening online application system. Candidates applying for the Chevening–Türk Eğitim Vakfı (TEV) Partnership Award must also complete the separate TEV application process once details are announced.

Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to review Chevening's vision, guidance materials and eligibility requirements before beginning their applications to ensure they submit a competitive application.

Why This Matters

International scholarship programmes such as Chevening extend beyond academic study. They foster cross-cultural collaboration, strengthen diplomatic relationships and help develop professionals capable of addressing complex global challenges.

For Türkiye, the programme offers emerging leaders access to internationally recognised education while encouraging them to return home with new knowledge, expanded networks and practical skills that can contribute to national development across public, private and civil society sectors.

Editor's Note

Scholarships like Chevening are often viewed as opportunities to study abroad, but their broader purpose is leadership development. The programme invests not only in academic achievement but also in individuals who demonstrate the capacity to influence institutions, shape public policy, drive innovation and strengthen international cooperation.

In an increasingly interconnected world, education has become a form of diplomacy. Every scholar who studies across borders gains more than technical expertise—they develop new perspectives, build lifelong professional relationships and learn how diverse societies approach shared challenges. When they return home, those experiences have the potential to influence industries, communities and future generations.

The value of Chevening ultimately lies not in the degree awarded but in the network, ideas and leadership that scholars bring back to their countries. As global challenges become more complex, programmes that cultivate internationally minded leaders will remain essential to building more resilient, collaborative and sustainable societies.

FAQs

1. What is the Chevening Scholarship?

Chevening is the UK Government's flagship international scholarship programme, offering fully funded one-year master's degrees at UK universities to future leaders and professionals.

2. When is the application deadline?

Applications close on October 6, 2026, at 11:00 UTC.

3. Who can apply from Türkiye?

Eligible applicants must be citizens or residents of Türkiye, meet the work experience requirement, hold an undergraduate degree and satisfy all other programme eligibility criteria.

4. What does the scholarship cover?

The scholarship typically covers tuition fees, living expenses, travel costs and access to leadership development and networking opportunities.

5. Which study areas are prioritised?

Priority themes include economic growth, climate resilience, security and stability, and building more inclusive and effective societies.

6. Can applicants with a master's degree apply?

Yes. Holding a master's degree does not automatically disqualify applicants from pursuing another master's programme through Chevening.

7. How do candidates apply?

Applications must be submitted through the official Chevening online application system before the deadline.