Chevening Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships are the UK government’s global scholarship programme, funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations. The Scholarships are awarded to outstanding scholars with leadership potential. Awards are typically for a one-year Master’s degree.
Chevening Scholars come from over 110 countries worldwide (excluding the USA and the EU), and this year the Scholarships will support approximately 700 individuals. There are over 41,000 Chevening alumni around the world who together comprise an influential and highly regarded global network.
For further information on applying for a Chevening Scholarship, sign up for alerts at www.chevening.org. Applicants can also contact the Chevening Scholarships Secretariat at www.chevening.org/enquiry.
Eligibility
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Geographical Criteria: |
For full list of eligible countries, see the Chevening website. |
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Domicile for fee status: |
International |
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Level of study: |
Postgraduate Masters |
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Year of entry: |
First year |
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Subjects: |
All |
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Schools: |
All |
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Additional Criteria: |
Applicants should be high calibre graduates with the personal, intellectual and interpersonal qualities necessary for leadership. See the Chevening website for details. |
What does it cover?
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Duration: |
1 year |
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Value (per annum): |
Full tuition Fees, living expenses, arrival allowance, thesis allowance, travel costs to and from the UK. |
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Type of Award: |
Tuition and Maintenance |
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No of awards available: |
Variable |
How do I apply?
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For information on applying for a Chevening Scholarship for 2013/14, sign up now for alerts at www.chevening.org and read the guidance for 2013/14 applicants at www.chevening.org/apply.
Full information about deadlines and priority subjects for countries which offer Chevening Scholarships will be available on the country pages of www.chevening.org. |
When do applications open?
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October 2012. Exact dates will be available on the country pages of www.chevening.org. |
Application deadline
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December 2012. Exact dates will be available on the country pages of www.chevening.org. |
When will I hear if my application has been successful?
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Exact dates will be available on the country pages of www.chevening.org. |