Lift off for new Icelandic space scholarship
2022 will see the launch of the Chevening - UKSA Iceland STEM Scholarship with thanks to the UK Space agency and Iceland’s Ministry of Education, Science and Culture.
News and blogs
The Chevening community extends to all corners of the globe. Here is the latest news on what is going on in the Chevening network, and blogs from members of our community.
Carbon emissions: What’s the real solution?
This article is part of our 'Ideas to save the planet' series - a series of articles each focusing on a different innovative solution to help tackle climate change. We are grateful to our expert alumni for their insights, and hope to inspire further action through sharing their ideas.
HMG Scholarships’ climate change policy hackathon event has begun
On Monday 27 September until Friday 8 October, over 130 alumni from across the Chevening, CSC and Marshall scholarship programmes will work within their respective 34 teams to develop inventive and original policy proposals aimed at addressing the challenges presented by climate change.
Chevening climate hero: Laura Bafaletse in an aquaponics adventure
Laura is a Chevening Alumna from Botswana, who believes that a new approach to farming could revolutionise food sustainability.
How to keep yourself busy and entertained during quarantine
If you're arriving in the UK from a country on the UK government's "red" or "amber" list, you will need to quarantine upon arrival for 10 days. Chevening programme officers have come up with some ideas to help you pass the time effectively and enjoyably, keeping boredom levels to a minimum!
What is university quarantine like for international students coming to the UK?
I arrived the University of Warwick Lakeside accommodation on 2 October 2020, ready to begin studying for a master’s degree in International Development Law and Human Rights.
What’s hotel quarantine like for international students coming to the UK?
International students arriving in the UK from "red-list" countries currently need to quarantine for 10 days in a managed quarantine hotel. What's it like? How can you prepare yourself? Chevening Fellow Eduardo tells us about his experience about arriving from Brazil.
Chevening Alberto Benavides de la Quintana scholarship for Peruvian students is renewed for two years
The Chevening - Alberto Benavides de la Quintana partner scholarship for Peruvian students has been renewed for two years following an agreement between the British Embassy in Lima and the Los Andes de Cajamarca Association (ALAC).
Five ways scholars have been taking a break from their dissertation
With postgraduate students finishing their exams, and lockdown restrictions coming to an end, scholars have been keen to get out and explore the United Kingdom!
Chevening climate hero: Agustin Reboursin and the power of plants
Meet Agustin, a Chevening Alumnus from Argentina. Agustin recognised that what we eat can make a difference to the planet. He recognised a demand for sustainable food and took action. That’s why we’ve made him our first Chevening Climate Hero.
