Request for Applications: Chevening Scholarship Program (South Korea)

Deadline: 06-Oct-2026

The Chevening Scholarship for South Korea offers eligible South Korean professionals and future leaders the opportunity to pursue a one-year taught master’s degree at a UK university with full financial support. The scholarship covers tuition fees, living expenses, travel to and from the UK and additional allowances, while scholars gain access to international networks and are expected to return to South Korea for at least two years after completing their studies. Chevening is the UK Government’s flagship international scholarship programme, designed to support outstanding individuals who demonstrate leadership potential and a commitment to creating positive change. The programme enables selected scholars from South Korea to study in the United Kingdom and develop their academic, professional and leadership capabilities. Chevening also aims to build a global network of future leaders, influencers and decision-makers who can collaborate with the UK on shared challenges and opportunities. Chevening provides full financial support for an eligible one-year taught master’s degree.

The scholarship package includes:

This financial support allows scholars to concentrate on their studies, professional development and engagement with the wider Chevening network. The programme aims to equip scholars with knowledge, skills and international networks that can support future leadership and professional contributions. Chevening highlights areas of shared interest and challenges such as: Scholars can use their UK education and international experience to contribute to their professional fields and communities after returning home. Applicants for the South Korea Chevening Scholarship must meet the programme’s eligibility requirements.

Candidates must:

Applicants should check the current Chevening guidance for all eligibility conditions and applicable exceptions. Certain applicants are excluded from the Chevening Scholarship. Based on the stated requirements, individuals may be ineligible if they: Applicants should carefully review the current Chevening eligibility rules because additional conditions or exceptions may apply. Chevening supports one-year taught master’s courses at eligible UK universities. Applicants must choose three different eligible UK university courses. When selecting courses, candidates should consider: Applicants must have at least two years of work experience. Professional experience helps applicants demonstrate their career development and explain how the proposed master’s degree fits into their future goals. Candidates should clearly connect their work experience with their intended course of study and future professional contribution. Successful scholars must commit to returning to South Korea after completing their studies. Applicants are required to return to South Korea for at least two years after completing their Chevening studies. This requirement supports the programme’s objective of enabling scholars to apply their knowledge, skills and international experience in their home country. Applicants must apply to three different eligible UK university courses. Candidates should select courses that are closely connected to their: Applicants should check the eligibility of each selected course and begin the university application process early enough to meet the Chevening offer deadline. A strong application should present a clear connection between the applicant’s education, professional experience, leadership potential and future plans.

Applicants should explain:

Applicants should provide accurate and consistent information throughout the application. Before submitting an application, candidates should confirm that they:

Applicants should avoid:

It is a UK Government scholarship programme that supports eligible South Korean citizens to pursue a one-year taught master’s degree at an eligible UK university. Yes. The scholarship provides tuition fees, living expenses, travel to and from the UK and additional allowances. Chevening supports a one-year taught master’s degree in the United Kingdom. South Korean citizens who meet the academic, work experience, course selection and other Chevening eligibility requirements can apply. Yes. Applicants must receive an unconditional offer from at least one eligible selected course by the specified deadline. Yes. Successful scholars must commit to returning to South Korea for at least two years after completing their studies. Applicants holding British citizenship are generally not eligible, subject to applicable Chevening exceptions. Applicants who have previously studied in the UK through a government-funded scholarship are not eligible under the stated requirements. Certain employees of UK Government entities are excluded. Applicants should check the current Chevening eligibility rules to determine whether the restriction applies to their circumstances. The programme highlights areas including climate action, economic prosperity and conflict recovery, alongside broader leadership, professional development and UK-South Korea collaboration. The Chevening Scholarship for South Korea provides eligible professionals and future leaders with an opportunity to pursue a fully supported one-year master’s degree in the United Kingdom. By covering tuition, living expenses, travel and additional allowances while building international networks and requiring scholars to return to South Korea for at least two years, the programme combines postgraduate education with long-term professional and community contribution. For more information, visit Chevening.