Can I apply for a course that is longer than 12 months and pay any additional costs myself?
No, you can only choose a one year course. Chevening will not support a course that is longer than 12 months in any form.
FAQs
Can I change the university and course options after I’ve submitted my application?
You cannot make changes to your course choices in the online application system after you have submitted your application. If you wish to change your university or course choices, you must inform your interviewers of this during your interview. Your interviewers must authorise any university or course changes. You must then receive an unconditional offer […]
Do I need to have been accepted onto a course before I apply for a Chevening Scholarship?
No. However, you are encouraged to apply for your chosen courses of study before or at the same time as applying for a Chevening Scholarship.
I have received an offer from a university, but I have not yet been selected for Chevening. Should I accept?
Yes, accept the offer made to you by your chosen university unless it requires a financial commitment. You must be able to withdraw at a later date if you are not selected for Chevening. If the university asks for a deposit, please let them know that you are applying to Chevening and will know whether […]
I can’t find my preferred university and/or course in the list of options on the online application form. What should I do?
Please make sure the course you are looking for meets our eligibility requirements. If you’re sure the course meets our eligibility requirements and you still can’t find it in the database, please complete this form.
Is there an age limit for Chevening Award applications?
No. There is no upper age limit to be eligible for a Chevening Award.
I have previously received a Chevening Scholarship, can I apply for a fellowship?
Yes, however you must wait five years after finishing your scholarship before you can apply for a fellowship.
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 […]