Can I apply for a two-year course and pay for the second year myself?
No, you can only choose a one year course. Chevening will not support a two year course in any form.
FAQs
Am I required to take a TB test?
Not all scholars and fellows are required to take a TB test but depending on your country of residence you may be required to take one as part of your visa application. Please view the Gov.uk website for further guidance. If you require further clarification please email our welfare team.
Do I need to take UKVI Academic IELTS (IELTS for UKVI)?
Chevening will accept standard Academic IELTS or UKVI Academic IELTS as long as they were taken on or after 1 October 2018. However, please check with your university directly about their English language requirements before taking the test or applying for a visa.
I want to apply for a two-year course as it is the best course for my future plans. Can I do this?
No. Courses must be either nine or 12 months long.
If I accumulated 2,800 hours of work experience in less than two years, am I eligible to apply?
Yes, you are eligible if you have at least 2,800 hours of work experience, even if this was accumulated in a period of under two years.
What if I have a disability that prevents me from achieving the required minimum English language test scores?
All candidates are expected to meet the same English language requirement by the specified deadline. However, your test centre might be able to make special arrangements for you when taking the test, so you should contact them directly to arrange this. Please let the test centre know if you require special arrangements as early as […]
Can I change the university and course options after I submitted my application?
No, 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 […]
Do I need to submit proof of my work experience?
No, you do not have to provide proof of your work experience in your application form. In the work experience section, you are asked to provide details of all previous positions held, including: name of employer, job title, and dates of employment. If you are shortlisted to interview, you will be asked to provide references, […]
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 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.