FAQs

You should aim to submit references from those listed in your application. However, Chevening may accept different references in extenuating circumstances.

You can use the same referees if necessary and they may provide the same reference letters, but we recommend asking the referees to update them so that they accurately reflect your current skills and abilities.

Reference letters do not need to have handwritten signatures, but the British embassy or high commission may contact your referees for verification.

No, please book your flight through our nominated travel agency, Diversity.

You can complete and send the travel booking form to Diversity before you receive your visa if you wish, but they will not be able to confirm your flight until you have sent them a copy of your visa.

You should travel to the UK from your home country. This is where your pre-departure event will take place. If this is not possible, please contact your programme officer as soon as possible.

Please book your flight through our nominated travel agency, Diversity.

You are advised to travel to the UK a few days before the start date of your course to allow time to settle in to your new environment. However, please note, although you will receive your stipend one day after you arrive in the UK, it will be calculated according to the start date of […]

Yes, but this will be at your own cost.

Some fellowships will include some international and domestic travel during the programme and will be listed in the course outline provided by your host university. You will receive this information during your in-country pre-departure session and also directly from your host university.