SCHOLARSHIP: University of Leicester, UK International Scholarship for Postgraduate | Masters Students
The University of Leicester is thrilled to announce the launch of the Chevening-Leicester Partner Scholarship, an exceptional opportunity for students from Chevening-eligible countries to pursue their academic dreams.
The Chevening Leicester Partner Scholarship offers two fully funded scholarships for the 2025-26 academic year, providing recipients with a comprehensive package of support, ensuring they can focus entirely on their studies without financial worries.
About university:
The University of Leicester is a public research university based in Leicester, England. The main campus is south of the city centre, adjacent to Victoria Park. The university’s predecessor, University College, Leicester, gained university status in 1957.
Scholarship deadline:
Applications for 2025-26 are now open and will close 5 November 2024 at 11:59 UTC/GMT (midday UK time).
Scholarship details:
- Host Country: United Kingdom (UK)
- Study Abroad: Study in Canada | Study in UK
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Stipends | Travel Costs
- No IELTS Required
Scholarship eligibility requirements:
To be considered for the 2025 Chevening Leicester Scholarship, you must:
- be from one of the Chevening-eligible countries.
- be applying to study or studying a one-year taught Master’s course within the College of Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities or the School of Geography, Geology and the Environment.
- be starting the said program in September 2025.
In addition to the specific criteria for the Chevening-Leicester Partner Scholarship, applicants must also fulfill the standard Chevening requirements, which include:
- Being a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country.
- Commiting to returning to your home country for at least two years after completing your studies.
- Holding an undergraduate degree that will enable you to gain entry into a postgraduate program at a UK university.
- Having at least two years (equivalent to 2,800 hours) of work experience.
Scholarship Application Guidelines:
To apply for the 2025 Chevening Leicester Partner Scholarship, interested and qualified applicants should;
- Click on the button below to visit the scholarship webpage
- Proceed to the How To Apply section and apply for the scholarship opportunity.
- Applications for 2025-26 are now open and will close 5 November 2024 at 11:59 UTC/GMT (midday UK time).
Scholarship Benefits:
The Chevening Leicester Partner Scholarship is designed to cover all essential expenses, including:
- Return Airfare: A round-trip flight from your home country to the UK.
- Full Tuition Fee Waiver: Complete coverage of tuition fees for your chosen program.
- Living Stipend: A generous stipend to cover living costs throughout your study period.
- Additional Allowances: Further financial support to cover various other necessary expenses during your stay in the UK.
