The UK Foreign and
Commonwealth Office Chevening Scholarship programme was established in 1983 and
is now an internationally prestigious scheme with over 41,000 alumni. In
2011-12 there were over 700 Chevening Scholars studying at universities across
the UK. Chevening Scholarships are currently offered in approximately 110
countries
Eligibility:
There are no age restrictions for Chevening Scholarships.
To qualify for a Chevening Scholarship, you must:
- demonstrate that you have achieved a minimum English language requirement (set out below)
- be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country at the time of applying for the award, and intend to return there at the end of the period of study
- hold a degree that is equivalent to at least a good UK second-class honours degree. Further information on UK degree equivalency can be found from UK NARIC
- have completed at least two years' work or equivalent experience by 30 September 2012
What does it cover
A full Chevening
Scholarship award normally comprises:
- payment of tuition fees;
- travel to and from your country of residence by an approved route for you only;
- an arrival allowance;
- a grant for the cost of preparation of a thesis or dissertation (if required);
- an excess baggage allowance;
- the cost of an entry clearance (visa) application for you only;
- a monthly personal living allowance (stipend) to cover accommodation and living expenses. The monthly stipend will depend on whether you are studying inside or outside London. It is currently £917 per month outside London and £1134 per month inside London (subject to annual review).
Before
applying read
the guidance for 2013/14 applicants and our
general information about applying for a Chevening Scholarship.
Scholarship Application Deadline:
The closing date for
applications is 2
January 2013.
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