Applications for Chevening Scholarships to study in the UK are
open between 3 August and 2 November 2021, with applications to
be submitted through www.chevening.org/apply.
Chevening Scholarships are awarded to individuals from all
backgrounds who can demonstrate that they have the commitment and
skills required to create positive change, and can show how a UK
master’s degree will help them do that. The scholarship offers
full financial support for scholars to study for any eligible
master’s degree at any UK university whilst also gaining access
to a wide range of exclusive academic, professional, and cultural
experiences.
Since its inception in 1983, over 50,000 professionals have had
the opportunity to develop in the UK through Chevening. There are
more than 1,500 scholarships on offer globally for the 2022/2023
academic year, further demonstrating the UK’s ongoing commitment
towards developing the leaders of tomorrow.
Head of Scholarships at the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and
Development Office (FCDO), Naomi Rayner, said:
As the world continues to tackle major global issues such as
Covid-19 and climate change, international cooperation is more
essential than ever. Chevening seeks to build an international
community of people who are committed to working together to
drive positive change. We do this by bringing together incredible
people from around the world and supporting them, through
education, to achieve their goals.
Chevening represents the very best of the UK, welcoming people
from across the world to study, grow, and thrive. Being a part of
the Chevening network instils a strong sense of pride and
responsibility. I am consistently inspired by the passion and
commitment of those in the Chevening community and I look forward
to hearing from this year’s applicants.
British High Commissioner to Kenya, Jane Marriott said:
This is a fantastic opportunity for all Kenyans passionate about
driving change, locally and globally. If you want to be the best
at what you do and if you have the imagination to inspire others,
then a Chevening Scholarship could be the perfect opportunity for
you.
Your background does not matter to us – we want to see that you
have energy, curiosity, compassion a clear vision for your future
and the ability to achieve your goals. Our alumni network is full
of dynamic influencers, from leaders in business, politics,
journalism, and development, who have shared the same experience
that you will.
The call for new applicants follows the selection of 28 scholars
from Kenya, who each won an award to study at a UK university for
the 2021/2022 academic. Another 40 scholars are currently
studying in the UK and will soon come back to join the active
formal alumni association partly funded by the UK through FCDO.
There are over 500 Chevening Alumni in Kenya.
Notes to editors
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Chevening Scholarships are the UK Government’s global
scholarship programme, funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth
and Development Office (FCDO) and partner organisations. The
scholarships support study at UK universities – mostly one
year taught master’s degrees – for individuals with
demonstrable potential to become future leaders,
decision-makers, and opinion formers.
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Chevening began in 1983 and has developed into a prestigious
international awards scheme. Chevening Scholars come from
over 160 countries and territories worldwide, and over the
past five years we have awarded almost 10,000 scholarships.
There are over 50,000 Chevening Alumni around the world who
comprise an influential and highly regarded global network.
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The name ‘Chevening’ comes from Chevening House in Sevenoaks,
Kent – currently the joint official residence of the UK’s
Foreign Secretary.
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More information on the eligibility criteria and scholarship
specifications available at www.chevening.org and
www.chevening.org/scholarships
Contact: Chevening.Nairobi@fcdo.gov.uk
