News and blogs

We hear from volunteering organisations about the positive impact Cheveners had had in communities and charities across the UK during their scholarship year.

Chevening has no upper age limit and proudly welcomes scholars from all stages of life. Tiffany Tivasuradej shares her journey of returning to academia with Chevening after seven years in the corporate world.

Studying in the UK as a Chevening Scholar can be both exciting and challenging - especially if you’ve been away from academia for a while. In this blog, one of our Social Media Ambassadors, Sofia, shares the practical tips that helped her thrive academically during her time at the University of Bristol.

Chevening offers more than a degree - it’s a chance to change direction. For 2023 scholar Samarjeet Thapa, it meant moving from international development into business through a hands-on MBA at the University of Bath. With support from the Chevening community and real-world experience, Samarjeet’s year in the UK was a bold step toward a new future.

Eika Banerjee has a deep passion for teaching people the skills to build resilience and lead happier, healthier lives. After completing a Chevening Fellowship in 2018, Eika founded EIKAM, a nonprofit organisation that sets out to improve people’s quality of life through a holistic approach to wellbeing. 

Known to friends as the 'mental health guy', Chevening scholar Yi Feng Khoo has spent years working in mental health, supporting communities. Now pursuing an MSc in Mental Health and Wellbeing at the University of Warwick, he shares his tips to thrive while studying in the UK.

Chevening scholar Kavya Mukhija contributed her valuable perspective on the importance of inclusion at a UK government-organised education workshop. Her experiences as a disabled student sparked meaningful dialogue about improving support for students with disabilities in international education.

Balancing the demands of a master’s degree with the responsibilities of motherhood is no easy feat, especially when pursuing studies in a new country. Chevening scholar Suzan Yumbe shares her experience of raising three children, navigating the ups and downs of student life, and finding strength in her support system.

Becoming a Chevening scholar is a transformative journey filled with growth, adventure, and opportunity, but living a long way from home can also be challenging. Drawing on her own experiences, Sofia, one of this year’s Chevening Social Media Ambassadors, offers personal insights and practical tips to help you prioritise your mental health and wellbeing as an international student.

As winter arrives in the UK, staying active and healthy can be challenging for Chevening scholars. This blog offers practical tips, from outdoor festive activities to indoor workouts, with advice from Chevening alumni who’ve already navigated a UK winter.