The Chevening Scholarship is available to Pakistani migrants in the UK, providing full funding of up to £18,000 for a master's degree in a STEM field.
Pakistani migrants who hold a valid UK visa, including Tier 2, Tier 4, and Tier 5, may be eligible for this scholarship.
This scholarship aims to support the development of future leaders in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) by providing opportunities for master's study in the UK.
For more information on this and other fully funded scholarships, please visit our website.
Who Qualifies
To be eligible for the Chevening Scholarship and other STEM scholarships in the UK, Pakistani migrants must hold a valid UK visa, including:
* Tier 2: General work visa
* Tier 4: Student visa
* Tier 5: Temporary worker visa
Additionally, applicants must meet the eligibility criteria for each individual scholarship, which may include academic requirements, language proficiency, and relevant work experience.
For PhD scholarships in STEM fields, applicants typically need to have a master's degree and research experience.
For scholarships for refugees, applicants need to have refugee status in the UK.
Available Scholarships
Chevening Scholarship
* Amount: up to £18,000
* Eligibility: Pakistani migrants with a valid UK visa, academic excellence, and leadership potential
* Deadline: November 1st
* Official URL: https://www.chevening.org/
Commonwealth Scholarship
* Amount: up to £19,000
* Eligibility: Pakistani migrants with a valid UK visa, academic excellence, and development potential
* Deadline: December 1st
* Official URL: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
* Amount: up to £25,000
* Eligibility: Pakistani migrants with a valid UK visa, academic excellence, and research potential
* Deadline: October 15th
* Official URL: https://www.gatescambridge.org/
Erasmus Mundus Scholarship
* Amount: up to €24,000
* Eligibility: Pakistani migrants with a valid UK visa, academic excellence, and language proficiency
* Deadline: January 15th
* Official URL: https://ec.europa.eu/programmes/erasmus-mundus/
UK Research and Innovation Scholarship
* Amount: up to £20,000
* Eligibility: Pakistani migrants with a valid UK visa, academic excellence, and research potential
* Deadline: February 1st
* Official URL: https://www.ukri.org/
Application Steps
- Check the eligibility criteria for each scholarship
- Review the application requirements and deadlines
- Prepare the necessary documents, including transcripts, certificates, and language proficiency tests
- Submit the application through the official website or email
- Wait for the application to be processed and reviewed
- Attend an interview or assessment, if required
- Receive the scholarship award and accept the terms and conditions
- Begin the master's or PhD program in the UK, as specified in the scholarship agreement
Documents Checklist
* Valid UK visa
* Passport
* Transcripts and certificates
* Language proficiency tests (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL)
* Academic references
* Research proposal (for PhD scholarships)
* Personal statement
* CV or resume
For Canada scholarships, additional documents may be required, such as a study permit and health insurance.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the deadline for the Chevening Scholarship?
- Can I apply for multiple scholarships at the same time?
- Do I need to have a valid UK visa to apply for the Commonwealth Scholarship?
- How much funding is available for the Gates Cambridge Scholarship?
- Can I apply for the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship if I am not a EU citizen?
- What is the difference between a master's and PhD scholarship?
- Can I apply for a scholarship if I have a Tier 5 visa?
- How do I know if I am eligible for a DAAD scholarships?
External Authority Links
For more information on UK visas and immigration, please visit the official UK Government website.
For more information on STEM education and career development, please visit the official STEM Learning website.
Check out our website for more information on scholarship deadlines and application requirements.
Visit our blog at https://migrantscholar.com/blog for the latest updates on STEM scholarships and education.
Related Guides
* Fully funded scholarships for migrants
* PhD scholarships in STEM fields
* Scholarships for refugees and asylum seekers
* DAAD scholarships for international students
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Last Reviewed: 26 July 2026