Overview / About the Scholarship
The Chevening Scholarship is the UK’s flagship international scholarship program, designed to identify and support future leaders, influencers, and decision-makers from all over the world. Leeds Beckett University is a proud partner in this initiative, welcoming Chevening Scholars into its vibrant, professional-focused academic community.
This scholarship is much more than a financial award; it is an invitation into an exclusive global network of over 55,000 alumni. It is intended for individuals with strong academic backgrounds who can also demonstrate extensive work experience and a clear leadership trajectory. By providing a 100% tuition waiver and a comprehensive monthly allowance, the program enables scholars to fully immerse themselves in British culture and academic life in Leeds. Candidates are selected based on their potential to return home and implement strategic changes in their fields, ranging from politics and business to the arts and sciences. For students applying through NWC Education, a Chevening Scholarship represents the pinnacle of UK academic achievement and a life-changing career milestone.
Scholarship Value / Benefits
- Full Tuition Waiver: 100% coverage of your chosen Master's degree tuition.
- Monthly Stipend: A fixed living allowance to cover rent and daily expenses.
- Travel Costs: Return economy flights to the UK from your home country.
- Arrival & Departure Allowances: One-off payments to assist with settling in and returning home.
- Visa Fees: Full reimbursement for the cost of a UK student visa.
- Exclusive Events: Access to high-level networking events, internships, and workshops across the UK.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, a candidate must:
- Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country or territory.
- Commit to returning to their home country for a minimum of two years after the scholarship ends.
- Have completed an undergraduate degree that enables entry into a UK postgraduate program.
- Have at least two years (2,800 hours) of work experience.
- Apply to three different eligible UK university courses and have received an unconditional offer from one of them by the deadline.
Level & Field of Study
- Level: Postgraduate Taught (One-year Master’s degree).
- Field of Study: Open to almost all subject areas available at Leeds Beckett University.
- Exclusions: Part-time courses, distance learning, and courses exceeding 12 months in duration.
Host University / Provider Info
Leeds Beckett University (LBU) is one of the most popular universities in the UK, located in the heart of Leeds, the UK's largest financial and legal centre outside London.
- Professional Focus: LBU’s curriculum is designed in collaboration with industry leaders to ensure students are "work-ready" upon graduation.
- Expert Faculty: Scholars learn from academics who are active consultants and researchers in their fields.
- Campus Excellence: From the high-tech City Campus to the historic Headingley Campus, LBU offers world-class facilities and a supportive, multicultural environment perfect for international scholars.
Required Documents
- Valid Passport/National ID.
- University Transcripts and Degree Certificates.
- Three UK Master's Course Choices.
- Two Reference Letters (Professional or Academic).
- Short Essay Responses: Four essays focusing on leadership, networking, studying in the UK, and career plans.
How to Apply
- Identify Courses: Choose three eligible Master's courses at Leeds Beckett University.
- Submit University Application: Apply for admission to LBU via the student portal or your NWC Education advisor.
- Online Chevening Application: Apply via the official Chevening website (centralised portal).
- Interview: If shortlisted, you will be invited to an interview at the British Embassy or High Commission in your region.
- Deadline: Applications typically open in August and close in early November for the following year's intake.
