Entries Open for Chevening Scholarship Program (Uzbekistan)

Deadline: 06-Oct-2026

The Chevening Scholarship enables eligible professionals from Uzbekistan to pursue a fully funded, one-year taught master’s degree at a UK university. Financial support covers tuition fees, international travel, visa application costs, arrival and departure allowances, and a monthly living stipend.

About Chevening

Chevening is the UK Government’s flagship international scholarship programme. It supports outstanding professionals who demonstrate leadership potential, strong networking abilities, academic readiness, and a commitment to creating positive change in their home countries. The programme combines postgraduate education with: - Leadership development. - Professional networking. - Cross-cultural exchange. - Engagement with UK institutions. - Membership in a global alumni community. - Opportunities for long-term international collaboration. Purpose of Chevening in Uzbekistan The programme aims to help future leaders develop the knowledge, skills, and networks needed to contribute to Uzbekistan.

Its objectives include:

- Developing future leaders and decision-makers. - Supporting academic and professional excellence. - Strengthening cooperation between Uzbekistan and the UK. - Encouraging cross-cultural understanding. - Expanding international professional networks. - Supporting innovation and sustainable development. - Preparing scholars for influential roles. - Enabling graduates to address national challenges. - Building a global community committed to positive change. Scholarship Duration

Chevening supports:

- A one-year taught master’s degree. - Full-time study. - Study at an eligible university in the United Kingdom. Applicants must verify that their chosen courses satisfy all official requirements concerning duration, format, academic level, and location. Financial Support Selected scholars receive a comprehensive funding package covering: - Eligible tuition fees. - Travel to the United Kingdom. - Return travel to Uzbekistan. - An arrival allowance. - A homeward departure allowance. - The cost of one UK visa application. - A monthly living stipend. - Other approved benefits specified in the scholarship terms. The value of the financial package may vary according to university location, travel arrangements, course fees, and official Chevening rules. Tuition Fees Chevening covers eligible tuition fees for the approved master’s course.

Applicants should ensure that:

- The course is Chevening-eligible. - It is offered by a recognized UK university. - It is a full-time taught master’s program. - It meets the required duration. - It starts within the relevant academic year. - Any course-specific tuition restrictions are reviewed. Applicants remain responsible for meeting the university’s admission requirements. Monthly Living Stipend Scholars receive a monthly stipend to support living expenses in the United Kingdom.

The stipend may help cover:

- Accommodation. - Food. - Local transportation. - Study-related living needs. - Essential personal expenses. The amount may differ according to whether the scholar studies inside or outside London and is governed by the official award conditions. International Travel Chevening provides eligible travel support: - From Uzbekistan to the UK at the beginning of the scholarship. - From the UK to Uzbekistan after completion of the course. Scholars must follow Chevening’s official booking, route, and approval procedures. Applicants should not purchase travel independently unless instructed to do so. Arrival Allowance The arrival allowance helps scholars manage eligible costs associated with settling in the United Kingdom. These may include initial expenses connected with: - Local transportation. - Essential supplies. - Immediate living requirements. - Other approved arrival-related costs. The allowance is subject to Chevening’s payment schedule and financial conditions. Homeward Departure Allowance Scholars receive a homeward departure allowance to support eligible costs associated with leaving the UK and returning to Uzbekistan. Recipients should follow the official guidance concerning: - Payment timing. - Eligible uses. - Return-travel arrangements. - Final scholarship obligations. Visa Application Support The scholarship covers the cost of one UK visa application.

Applicants remain responsible for:

- Completing the visa application accurately. - Providing required documents. - Attending appointments where necessary. - Meeting immigration requirements. - Following deadlines. - Informing Chevening of any visa issue. Additional visa applications or avoidable costs may not be covered. Who Is Eligible?

Applicants must:

- Be citizens of Uzbekistan. - Hold an undergraduate degree that qualifies them for a UK master’s program. - Have at least two years of eligible work experience. - Apply to three different eligible UK university courses. - Secure an unconditional offer from at least one course by the specified deadline. - Demonstrate leadership potential. - Show strong professional networking abilities. - Present a clear career plan. - Commit to returning to Uzbekistan. - Remain in Uzbekistan for at least two years after completing the scholarship. - Meet all additional official requirements. Citizenship Requirement Applicants must be citizens of Uzbekistan. Candidates should prepare valid proof of citizenship, such as a passport or other accepted identification. Individuals holding British citizenship are generally ineligible, subject to any limited exceptions stated in the official rules. Academic Requirement Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree that enables admission to a UK postgraduate program.

They may need to provide:

- Degree certificates. - Academic transcripts. - Certified English translations. - Details about the awarding institution. - Evidence of meeting course-specific entry requirements.

Eligibility for Chevening does not automatically guarantee university admission

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