Submit Applications for International Scholarships Programme (Vietnam)

Deadline: 06-Oct-26

The Chevening Scholarship Vietnam offers outstanding Vietnamese professionals the opportunity to pursue a fully funded one-year master’s degree at a UK university. The scholarship covers tuition fees, living expenses, travel and selected additional allowances, while successful scholars must return to Vietnam for at least two years after completing their studies. What Is the Chevening Scholarship Vietnam? The Chevening Scholarship Vietnam is part of the UK government’s Chevening Scholarships programme, which supports talented professionals and future leaders from eligible countries to study in the United Kingdom. The programme enables Vietnamese professionals to pursue a one-year master’s degree in any eligible subject at a UK university. Scholars are expected to use their education, professional experience and international networks to contribute to Vietnam’s development after returning home. What Does the Scholarship Cover? The scholarship provides comprehensive financial support for successful applicants.

Funding includes:

Full tuition fees for the approved master’s programme. Living expenses during the study period. Travel costs to and from the UK. Additional allowances for selected scholars. Other financial support provided under the Chevening award terms. Who Is Eligible? Applicants for the Chevening Scholarship Vietnam must meet the programme’s eligibility requirements.

Key requirements include:

Be a citizen of Vietnam. Hold an undergraduate degree that qualifies the applicant for a UK master’s programme. Have completed the undergraduate degree at least two years before the application deadline. Have at least two years of work experience. Apply to three eligible UK master’s courses. Receive an unconditional offer from at least one selected course by the specified deadline. Commit to returning to Vietnam for at least two years after the scholarship ends. Applicants must also meet the general eligibility conditions applicable to the relevant Chevening application cycle. What Can Vietnamese Scholars Study? Chevening allows successful applicants to study eligible master’s programmes across a wide range of disciplines. Applicants should choose courses that have a clear connection to their professional experience, future career objectives and plans for contributing to Vietnam. Why the Chevening Scholarship Matters The programme is designed to develop future leaders who can contribute to positive change in their home countries. For Vietnamese professionals, the scholarship can provide: Exposure to international practices and perspectives. Opportunities to strengthen specialist expertise. A platform for contributing to Vietnam’s social and economic development. How to Apply Applicants should follow the official Chevening application process and meet all deadlines for the relevant scholarship cycle.

Step 1: Check Eligibility

Confirm that you are a Vietnamese citizen and meet the degree, work-experience and other Chevening requirements.

Step 2: Select Three UK Master’s Courses

Research eligible one-year master’s programmes at UK universities. Applicants must select three eligible courses, so candidates should consider admission requirements, course content, university suitability and career relevance. How the degree will support your professional development. How you plan to contribute to Vietnam after returning.

Step 4: Apply to the Universities

Submit applications separately to your three selected UK master’s courses. University admission and the Chevening scholarship application are separate processes.

Step 5: Secure an Unconditional Offer

Applicants must obtain an unconditional offer from at least one eligible UK master’s course by the relevant deadline.

Step 6: Return to Vietnam

Successful scholars must commit to returning to Vietnam for at least two years after completing their scholarship. Who Is Not Eligible? Certain applicants are excluded from the Chevening Scholarship.

These include:

Individuals who hold British citizenship, subject to limited exceptions under Chevening rules. Individuals holding refugee status in a country that is not eligible for Chevening. Individuals who are resident in the UK at the time of application, except where the applicable rules provide an exception for British Overseas Territories. Certain current or recent employees, former employees and immediate relatives of employees of specified UK government bodies, the British Council and partner UK universities. Other applicants who do not satisfy Chevening’s general eligibility requirements. Applicants should check the official eligibility rules for the relevant application cycle before submitting an application. Tips for a Strong Chevening Application Applicants can strengthen their application by: Providing specific examples of leadership and impact. Clearly connecting their professional experience with their future goals. Selecting three courses that form a coherent academic and career pathway. Explaining how their proposed studies can benefit Vietnam. Presenting realistic plans for using their knowledge after returning home. Starting university applications early enough to meet the unconditional-offer deadline. Ensuring information is accurate and consistent throughout the application. Common Mistakes to Avoid

Applicants should avoid:

Choosing courses without a clear connection to their career plans. Applying to fewer than three eligible courses. Waiting until the last minute to submit university applications. Giving vague examples of leadership or professional impact. Failing to explain their intended contribution to Vietnam. Missing the deadline for obtaining an unconditional university offer. Overlooking Chevening’s restrictions concerning UK residence, citizenship and employment. Frequently Asked Questions What is the Chevening Scholarship Vietnam? It is a UK government scholarship that enables eligible Vietnamese professionals to pursue a fully funded one-year master’s degree at