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Scholarship Overview

Chevening Scholarships are the UK government's global scholarship programme, funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and partner organisations. Since 1983, nearly 60,000 professionals have benefited from this prestigious award to study in the UK and build lasting positive relationships with the UK.

Chevening offers fully funded scholarships to outstanding emerging leaders from around the world to pursue one-year master's degrees at any UK university. On average, 13 Myanmar students are awarded Chevening scholarships each year to join this prestigious global network.

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What Makes Chevening Special?

Chevening Scholars join an exclusive global network of nearly 60,000 alumni worldwide, including heads of state, business leaders, and influencers. You'll have access to world-class British education and the chance to develop professionally and academically, network extensively, experience UK culture, and build lasting relationships.

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Scholarship Details

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Scholarship Coverage

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University Tuition Fees

100% Covered

Paid directly to university (capped amount)

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Monthly Living Stipend

£1,236 - £1,516/month

£1,236 outside London, £1,516 in London (12 months)

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Travel to/from UK

Round-trip

Economy class flights Myanmar ↔ UK

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Arrival Allowance

£1,331

One-time payment for initial settling-in costs

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Departure Allowance

One-time

To help with return journey costs

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Thesis Grant

Up to £1,000

For dissertation/thesis expenses (if applicable)

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Exclusive Events

Included

Welcome event, mid-term event, farewell ceremony

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Alumni Network

Lifetime Access

Join 60,000+ global Chevening alumni

📊 Total Package Value

£25,000 - £40,000

Estimated total value including tuition, living costs, and travel

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Eligibility Requirements

🎯 Basic Requirements

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    Citizenship: Must be a citizen of Myanmar (not UK or dual UK citizenship)
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    Return Commitment: Must return to Myanmar for at least 2 years after scholarship ends
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    No Previous UK Study: Have not studied in the UK with UK government funding

📚 Academic Requirements

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    Bachelor's Degree: Undergraduate degree equivalent to UK upper second-class 2:1 honours (typically 60% or higher)
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    University Admission: Apply to THREE different eligible UK Master's courses (MUST be exactly 3)
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    Programme Start: All courses must start in autumn (September/October)

💼 Work Experience

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    Minimum 2 Years: At least 2,800 hours of work experience (full-time, part-time, voluntary, or internships)
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    Must be completed by application deadline

🗣️ English Language Requirements

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    IELTS Academic: Overall 6.5, no component below 6.0 (typical minimum)
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    Note: Check individual university requirements - many require IELTS 7.0+
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Important: You cannot apply if you are employees, former employees, or relatives of employees of UK government (British Embassy/FCDO) or Association of Commonwealth Universities staff.

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Application Timeline 2027/2028

Application Opens

Expected: August 2026

Online application system opens

Application Deadline

Expected: Early October 2026

All applications must be submitted by 12:00 UTC

Selection Process

October 2026 - February 2027

British Embassy reviews applications

Interviews (Yangon)

March - April 2027

Shortlisted candidates invited to British Embassy

Results Announcement

June 2027

Final scholarship offers confirmed

Study Period Begins

September/October 2027

Scholars arrive in UK

📅 Note About Dates

2026/2027 cycle has closed (October 7, 2025). Next cycle for 2027/2028 entry expected to open in August 2026. Check the official Chevening website for confirmed dates.

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Official Links & Resources

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Official Chevening Website

www.chevening.org
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Myanmar Country Page

Chevening Myanmar
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British Embassy Myanmar

British Embassy Yangon
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Chevening Myanmar Facebook

@CheveningMyanmar

📧 Contact Information

British Embassy Yangon:

📍 80 Strand Road, Yangon, Myanmar

✉️ Email: general.yangon@fcdo.gov.uk

📞 Phone: +95 1 370 867/881

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Myanmar Chevening Alumni

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Dr. Henry Za Lal Lian

Chevening Alumnus 2018 | London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine

"Studying at a world-class institution in the UK like the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine was never a realistic dream for someone from Chin State like me. But through Chevening, I successfully gained a place on its MSc in Tropical Medicine. Today, I work with UNICEF preventing HIV in adolescents and young people across Myanmar."

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Myanmar Chevening Scholar

Alumna | University of Oxford

"The Chevening experience went beyond academics. I built a global network of future leaders, gained confidence to create change in Myanmar's development sector, and discovered my potential. The scholarship opened doors I never imagined possible."

🌟 Join the Community: Over 200 Myanmar nationals have studied in the UK through Chevening since 1983. On average, 13 Myanmar students receive this scholarship each year. As a Chevening Scholar, you'll join this prestigious alumni network and contribute to Myanmar's development.

🚀 Prepare for Chevening 2027/2028

Start preparing your application now - the next cycle opens in August 2026!

Visit Official Website Myanmar Page

⏰ Next cycle: August 2026 - October 2026 (expected)