The Chevening Scholarship, which provides £18,000 funding, is available to Pakistani students who want to pursue a master's degree in the UK. Pakistani students who wish to study in the UK must apply for a Tier 4 visa, which has various categories. Students can apply for fully funded scholarships to cover their tuition fees and living expenses.
Who Qualifies
To be eligible for a Tier 4 visa, students must meet certain requirements, including being accepted into a course at a UK university, having sufficient funds to support themselves, and meeting the English language proficiency requirements. The visa categories for Pakistani students include Tier 4 (General) student visa and Tier 4 (Child) student visa. Students can also apply for PhD scholarships to pursue their doctoral studies in the UK.
Chevening Scholarship
* Amount: £18,000
* Eligibility: Pakistani students who want to pursue a master's degree in the UK
* Deadline: November 1
* Official URL: https://www.chevening.org/
Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship
* Amount: £15,000
* Eligibility: Pakistani students who want to pursue a master's degree in the UK
* Deadline: December 1
* Official URL: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
* Amount: £17,000
* Eligibility: Pakistani students who want to pursue a master's or PhD degree in the UK
* Deadline: December 7
* Official URL: https://www.gatescambridge.org/
Rhodes Scholarship
* Amount: £15,000
* Eligibility: Pakistani students who want to pursue a master's or PhD degree in the UK
* Deadline: October 1
* Official URL: https://www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/
Clarendon Scholarship
* Amount: £15,000
* Eligibility: Pakistani students who want to pursue a master's or PhD degree in the UK
* Deadline: January 20
* Official URL: https://www.ox.ac.uk/clarendon/
Application Steps
- Choose a course and university in the UK.
- Check the eligibility criteria for the Tier 4 visa.
- Apply for the course and receive a confirmation letter from the university.
- Prepare the required documents, including a valid passport, birth certificate, and language proficiency test results.
- Apply for the Tier 4 visa online and pay the application fee.
- Attend a biometric appointment and provide fingerprints.
- Wait for the visa decision and receive the visa approval letter.
- Apply for Canada scholarships or scholarships for refugees to explore other study options.
Documents Checklist
* Valid passport
* Birth certificate
* Language proficiency test results (e.g. IELTS or TOEFL)
* Confirmation letter from the university
* Proof of funds to support living expenses
* Proof of payment for the visa application fee
* DAAD scholarships require additional documents, so check the official website for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the processing time for the Tier 4 visa?
- Can I work part-time while studying in the UK?
- Do I need to take a language proficiency test?
- Can I bring my family with me to the UK?
- How much does the Tier 4 visa application cost?
- Can I apply for a scholarship deadlines extension?
- What is the difference between a Tier 4 (General) student visa and a Tier 4 (Child) student visa?
- Can I apply for a Tier 4 visa if I have a criminal record?
For more information, visit the official UK government website: https://www.gov.uk/tier-4-general-visa and the UK Council for International Student Affairs website: https://www.ukcisa.org.uk/
Related Guides
To learn more about studying in the UK, visit our guides on UK scholarships, masters scholarships, postgraduate scholarships, and undergraduate scholarships. Check our blog at https://migrantscholar.com/blog for the latest updates on scholarships and visa requirements.
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Last Reviewed: 30 July 2026