Who is on the interview panel?
The interview panel will include representatives from the British embassy/high commission.
FAQs
Can I apply for a Chevening Award if I am not living in my home country?
Yes, however you can only apply to the country programme where you have citizenship rights. You will also be expected to return to your country of citizenship at the end of your award and remain for at least two years.
I have already received financial benefit from a different UK government-funded programme. Can I still apply for a Chevening Award?
No. You cannot apply for a Chevening Scholarship if you have previously received funding from another UK government scholarship programme to study in the UK. However, if you have previously studied under a UK Government-funded scholarship (including Chevening), you may be eligible to apply for a Chevening Fellowship five years after the completion of your […]
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.
Am I required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test? Will I be reimbursed?
Some scholars and fellows are required to take a TB test when applying for a UK visa, depending on your country of residence. If you are required to take a TB test and you are successful in applying to Chevening, we will provide a contribution to the cost of the test. You must pay to […]
Do I need to submit proof of my work experience in my Chevening application form?
You are asked to provide details of your work experience in the application form. This includes the name of your employer(s), job title(s), and dates of employment. If you are shortlisted to interview, you will be asked to provide references, which will be verified by the British embassy or high commission.
I don’t yet have two years of work experience, but I will by the time my course starts. Can I still apply for Chevening?
Applicants must meet the minimum work experience requirement before submitting their application. Applicants whose work experience amounts to less than the minimum amount will not be considered for an award.
Can I apply for a course that is offered at the London-based campus of another UK university?
Yes, but only if this course is not offered at the university’s main campus. Applicants are encouraged to consider the wide range of high quality courses offered at universities across all regions of the UK. Awards will only be offered for a course at a London-based campus if this exact course is not available at […]
What types of work experience are accepted by Chevening?
The types of work experience that are eligible for Chevening include full-time employment; part-time employment; voluntary work; and paid or unpaid internships. Work experience can be completed before, during, or after graduating from your undergraduate studies. However, employment undertaken as part of your undergraduate or postgraduate course are not eligible. Fellowship programmes may have additional requirements […]
Can I apply for a Chevening Scholarship to study at a university outside the United Kingdom?
No. Chevening Scholarships are available for study in the UK only.