Chevening is the UK government’s international awards programme aimed at developing global leaders since 1983.
Number of Scholarship: Unknown
Eligibility:
- Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country
- Return to your country of citizenship for a minimum of two years after your award has ended
- Have an undergraduate degree that will enable you to gain entry onto a postgraduate programme at a UK university. This is typically equivalent to an upper second-class 2:1 honours degree in the UK.
- Have at least two years’ work experience (this may be up to five years for fellowship programmes, so please refer to your country page for further details)
- Apply to three different eligible UK university courses and have received an unconditional offer from one of these choices by 11 July 2019
- Meet the Chevening English language requirement by 11 July 2019
Finance and benefits:
The Chevening Programme includes a tailored engagement programme creating opportunities for scholars to network with each other as well as alumni, the FCO, high profile speakers and partner organisations. Award recipients receive:
- Tuition fees
- A monthly living allowance
- An economy class return airfare to the UK
- Additional grants and allowances to cover essential expenditure
Costs vary considerably depending on course and university choice. Typically most scholarships are approximately £26,000 for a full academic year.
Deadline of Application:
Applications for 2019/2020 Chevening Scholarships are open between 12:00 BST on 6 August 2018 and 12:00 GMT on 6 November 2018. Applications for some Chevening Fellowships are also now open.
Application procedure:
Applications for Chevening Awards can only be submitted using the Chevening online applications system, available through the ‘Apply’ button on your country/territory’s page.
Prior to starting your application, please ensure you have the following ready:
Essential:
- Valid passport or national ID card
- University transcripts and degree certificates (undergraduate, postgraduate)
- Three different UK Master’s course choices
- The names and details of two valid referees
See more by visiting the scholarship website
Also see
https://minciter.com/2018/07/eric-bleumink-scholarship/
