How will the interview be assessed?
The interview panel will ask a series of questions and your answers will be evaluated in accordance to a number of set criteria.
FAQs
I am unable to attend the interview in person. Can I send someone to represent me?
No, you must attend in person. If you know that you will be unable to make the appointment, you must inform the Chevening Secretariat as soon as possible.
My husband/wife and children will join me in the UK. Can you give me advice on how to apply for their visas? Can they take the same flight as me?
Given the high living costs in the UK, you are strongly advised not to bring your dependents to the UK, as we are unable to offer any financial or immigration support. If you wish to bring your dependents to the UK please contact your university’s international office for further advice about their visas. The UKCISA website also […]
Who covers the cost of attending the interview?
Applicants are expected to cover the full costs of attending the interview including travel and overnight accommodation if necessary.
What documents do I need to take with me to my interview?
You will need to take your passport or another form of ID. In your invitation to interview, you will be told whether you have any missing references that you should also bring to your interview in addition to your passport.
Which visa do I need for my fellowship?
Your visa guidelines will be included in your pre-departure Fellowgram which is sent shortly after the issuance of the final award letter. For further information, please contact our welfare and immigration team.
What questions will be asked at the interview?
The interview will be an opportunity to discuss some of the information you provided in the application form. The panel will ask questions that will enable you to fully explain your personal and professional aspirations and how Chevening can facilitate these goals for you. As part of your interview, your courses and/or programme choice will […]
Who is on the interview panel?
The interview panel will include representatives from the British embassy/high commission.
I attended an interview recently, but no one has contacted me to confirm the result yet. When am I likely to hear back?
All scholarship applicants should be informed of the outcome of their interview by early-mid June. Please do not contact your local British embassy or high commission as updates on the status of your application cannot be provided ahead of this time. Please refer to the application timeline for more information. Fellowship candidates can find out […]
What happens if I lose my cash card?
A replacement card will be provided. However, there will be a fee to issue a new cash card and for the transfer of funds. This fee will be applied to you and deducted from the amount transferred on your replacement card. Please advise your programme officer or the fellowships team as soon as possible if your […]