Submit Entries for Chevening Scholarship Program (Maldives)

Deadline: 06-Oct-2026

The Chevening Scholarship for Maldives provides outstanding future leaders from the Maldives with the opportunity to pursue a fully funded one-year taught master’s degree at a UK university. The scholarship covers tuition fees, a monthly living allowance, return airfare to the UK, and additional grants for essential expenditure. Scholars may also be eligible for discretionary reimbursement of certain travel costs associated with UK visa processing when they are required to travel to another country to submit their visa application. Applicants can choose an eligible one-year taught master’s course at any UK university. Candidates are encouraged to select a programme that supports their career ambitions and contributes to the development needs of the Maldives. To qualify, applicants must be citizens of the Maldives, hold an undergraduate degree, have at least two years of work experience, and commit to returning to the Maldives for at least two years after the scholarship ends. Applicants must also apply to three different eligible UK university courses and receive an unconditional offer from at least one by the specified deadline.

About the Chevening Scholarship

The Chevening Scholarship is a fully funded postgraduate scholarship designed for outstanding future leaders. For Maldivian applicants, the programme provides an opportunity to study at a UK university while developing advanced academic knowledge, professional skills, and international experience. Scholars are expected to return to the Maldives after completing their studies and use their new knowledge and skills to contribute to their country. Fully Funded Master’s Study in the UK Chevening provides comprehensive financial support for successful scholars.

The scholarship package includes:

- Full tuition fees - Monthly living allowance - Return airfare to the UK - Additional grants for essential expenditure This support enables scholars to undertake a one-year master’s degree in the UK while reducing the financial burden associated with international postgraduate study. Additional Visa Travel Support Scholars may also be eligible for discretionary reimbursement of certain travel costs related to UK visa processing. This support may apply when an applicant is required to travel to another country to complete their visa application process. Because this reimbursement is discretionary, applicants should not assume that all visa-related travel expenses will automatically be covered. One-Year Taught Master’s Degree The Chevening Scholarship supports an eligible one-year taught master’s degree at a UK university. Applicants have the opportunity to select a course that aligns with their: - Career ambitions - Professional experience - Academic interests - Long-term goals - Development priorities of the Maldives Choosing an appropriate course is an important part of preparing a strong scholarship application. Choosing a UK University and Course Applicants can pursue their eligible master’s degree at any UK university, subject to the programme’s requirements. However, candidates must apply to three different eligible UK university courses. Applicants should choose courses carefully and consider how each programme relates to their career plans and their potential contribution to the Maldives. A strong course selection should provide a logical connection between the applicant’s previous experience, proposed study, and future professional goals. Return to the Maldives Requirement A fundamental condition of the scholarship is that successful scholars return to the Maldives after completing their studies. Scholars must commit to returning to the Maldives for a minimum of two years after the scholarship ends. The purpose of this requirement is to encourage recipients to apply the knowledge, skills, and experience gained in the UK for the benefit of their communities and country. Applicants should therefore consider how their planned master’s degree can contribute to their future work and the development needs of the Maldives. Who Can Apply? The scholarship is intended for outstanding future leaders from the Maldives.

Applicants must:

- Be citizens of the Maldives. - Hold an undergraduate degree. - Have at least two years of work experience. - Apply to three different eligible UK university courses. - Receive an unconditional offer from at least one eligible course by the specified deadline. - Commit to returning to the Maldives for at least two years after the scholarship ends. Candidates must meet all applicable scholarship requirements to remain eligible. Undergraduate Degree Requirement Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree. The degree should provide the academic foundation necessary to pursue the selected UK master’s programme. Candidates should also check the individual admission requirements of their chosen universities because specific master’s courses may have additional academic requirements. Work Experience Requirement Applicants must have at least two years of work experience. Professional experience is an important part of the candidate profile because the scholarship is intended to support individuals with the potential to become future leaders. Applicants should clearly demonstrate how their professional experience has shaped their career goals and how postgraduate study will help them achieve those goals. University Application Requirement Chevening applicants must apply to three different eligible UK university courses. Applicants should begin researching suitable courses early and ensure that they meet the admission requirements for each selected programme. The three courses should ideally reflect a coherent academic and professional direction rather than unrelated areas of study. Unconditional Offer Requirement Applicants must obtain an unconditional offer from at least one of their eligible UK university courses by the specified deadline. Receiving a university offer is therefore a critical part of