Applications for Chevening Scholarships now open
Applications for Chevening Scholarships to study in the UK in 2020/2021 are open until 5 November 2019. Study in the UK, where ideas come alive.
Bring your ideas to lifeStudy in the UK
Since 1983, Chevening has brought over 50,000 exceptional professionals from around the world to study in the UK through scholarships and fellowships funded by the UK government. This unique opportunity has helped to elevate careers, transform communities, shift and deepen perspectives, and build intercontinental bridges.
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All the reasons why the UK is the place to be in 2020/2021
Studying in the UK is an exciting and attractive prospect at any time, but doing so in 2020/2021 promises to be even more memorable than usual. There are events taking place all throughout the academic year, and you could be a part of the action and a part of history.
Blowing out the candles on our 35th anniversary celebrations
We celebrated being a little bit older and wiser at our annual Farewell event for departing Chevening Scholars. 1,800 scholars from 111 countries around the world travelled to north London to celebrate the completion of their studies and the transition into our global alumni network.
Applications open now!
Applications for Chevening Scholarships and some Chevening Fellowships are now open. Find out which awards are available to you, and apply.
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Applications for Chevening Scholarships and some Chevening Fellowships are now open. Find out which awards are available to you, and apply!
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The Chief Mermaid saving our oceans
The uplifting story of how an appalling environmental crime turned an aspiring actress into an inspiring activist.
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India
The man on a mission... to Mars
50 years after man first landed on the moon, one remarkable Chevener has made it his life's work to take man to Mars.
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Government and public service
Chevening Alumni are chosen for their leadership potential so it is no surprise that many of them have gone on to rise to senior positions in government and public service. (Pictured: Bogolo Kenewendo, Minister of Investment, Trade & Industry, Government of Botswana)
Media and creatives
Chevening Alumni are making waves across the creative industries from journalism and film-making, to fine art and design. (Pictured: John Momoh, Chairman and CEO of Channels TV, Nigeria)
Science and technology
Cheveners are at the forefront of scientific research and technological development around the world, tackling issues ranging from climate change and sustainable living, to cutting edge-financial technology. (Pictured: Rajamanohar Somasundaram, CEO at Aquaconnect)
Chevening's impact on society
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6,467Chevening Scholars have taken thousands of hours out of their intense academic schedules to volunteer for organisations in the UK in 2018/2019.
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160+Chevening brings together leaders from 160+ countries and territories, creating networks, friendships, and shared memories and missions that span the world.
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17Chevening’s 50,000-strong alumni network includes 17 current or former heads of state or government. Chevening Alumni excel in a variety of fields outside of politics too.
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Partners
Because of our partners, the lives of some of the most inspiring future leaders have been transformed. Chevening is about education, but also about so much more. It opens up opportunities for personal and professional growth that are out of reach to most people and enables them to fulfil their potential, irrespective of their background.
Employers
Chevening Awards are highly competitive, and to be selected for an award is a mark of potential and of prestige. When Cheveners return home at the end of their studies, the new knowledge, networks, qualifications, and confidence they bring back with them should mean they are an even greater asset to any organisation.
Alumni
Completing your award is not the end of your Chevening journey, it’s only the end of the beginning. As you progress along new paths with a new perspective and purpose, there are many ways to stay connected with and give back to Chevening, the UK, and the global community.