Chevening cannot provide universities with contact details or a confirmation of funding until an applicant has been awarded a Scholarship. There is a timeline of process for the Chevening Award. Should the universities request fees or contact details, it is recommended that applicants negotiate with them, explaining that they are applying for a Chevening Award […]
The Chevening English language requirement was removed in 2020. Candidates will still need to meet all requirements from their chosen university and secure an unconditional offer from one of their three course choices by the deadline.
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Yes, you can apply to Chevening using a deferred university offer, as long as the university offer is for a Chevening eligible course. You will still need to identify three university courses in your Chevening application, and you must receive an unconditional offer from one of these courses by the deadline.
You have three attempts to complete the eligibility questionnaire in the online application system. If you are unsuccessful after your third attempt, we recommend you apply again next year. Find out more about eligibility for Chevening.
Your references should be addressed to your local British embassy or high commission.
Your reference letters should cover the following: 1) How long have you known the applicant? 2) In what capacity do you know the applicant? (e.g. professional, educational, supervisory, voluntary, religious) 3) When you last had regular contact with the applicant 4) A brief overall endorsement of the applicant, including their: Skills in leadership and networking Personal, intellectual, and interpersonal qualities […]
Reference letters do not need to be written on official letterhead, but the British embassy or high commission may contact your referees for verification.
Your referees do not need to still be employed by the company you worked for. The important thing is that they can comment on your skills in leadership and networking; personal, intellectual, and interpersonal qualities; and ability to complete a demanding academic programme in the UK.
No, you cannot write your own reference.