If I am currently completing an academic course and/or training, can I list this on my application?
Yes, applicants can list ongoing academic courses or training in their Chevening application.
FAQs
Can I have an extension to my application?
No. Extensions will not be granted under any circumstances.
Do I need to translate my university transcripts before I upload them to the Chevening application form?
No, Chevening does not require university transcripts to be translated. However, some UK universities may require a certified translation of your transcript documents. Please check with them directly.
Can I submit more than one Chevening application?
You can only submit one Chevening Scholarship application during each application period. If both fellowships and scholarships are available in your country, you can apply for both in the same application cycle. However, you should refer to your country page for more information on the options and decide which one is more relevant to your […]
Can I submit a paper copy of the Chevening application form?
No. You must submit online through the online application system.
I am currently in full-time employment. Do I need to resign in order to apply for a Chevening Award?
No, you do not need to resign from full-time employment in order to apply for a Chevening Award. However, you are personally responsible for ensuring that you will be able to accept the award offer when it’s made and that your employer will release you in time for departure to the UK.
Can I resubmit my application if I made a mistake on the application form?
You can make changes to your application at any point before you submit it. It is not possible to make changes to your application after it has been submitted. Within the application window, you can withdraw an application at any time and start the application process again. Please note that withdrawing your application will remove […]
How are Chevening Scholars selected?
All Chevening applications undergo a rigorous review. Applications are first screened using our plagiarism tool, and then sifted and checked against our eligibility criteria. They are then individually reviewed by independent reading committees who score each application against FCDO, Chevening, and regional objectives, and the potential of the candidate to meet those objectives. Find out […]
I have previously received a Chevening Scholarship, can I apply for another one?
No, Chevening Alumni are not eligible to apply for another Chevening Scholarship.
Should my work experience relate to the course I want to study?
Chevening applicants must have at least two year’s work experience (or 2,800 hours) of work experience, acquired after the completion of their undergraduate degree. If your course choices are not related to your work experience, you will need to explain why you want to make a career change. You should explain the transferable skills you […]