Chevening Fellowships – UK Government

Chevening Fellowships are fully funded, short-term professional programs offered by the UK government for mid-career professionals with proven leadership and influence. Unlike the Chevening Scholarship, these fellowships are designed for individuals who are already established in their fields and want to expand their expertise, networks, and global impact through specialized training, research, or professional placements in the UK.

What’s Offered

• Fully funded short-term programs (typically 2 weeks to 3 months) in the UK
• Coverage of travel, accommodation, and living expenses during the fellowship
• Access to world-class UK institutions, including universities, think tanks, and policy centers
• Tailored programs including:
  • Professional training
  • Academic research
  • Policy engagement and study visits
• Opportunities to engage with UK policymakers, experts, and global leaders
• Lifetime access to the Chevening global alumni network of influential professionals

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to mid-career professionals with established experience and influence
• Must be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country
• Typically require at least 5 years of professional work experience
• Must demonstrate:
  • Strong leadership potential
  • Professional achievements and impact
  • Clear career vision aligned with public or global impact
• Required to return to home country after completing the fellowship
• Must not hold British citizenship or recent UK government-funded scholarship status

Program Structure

• Short-term, intensive programs hosted at UK institutions
• Combination of:
  • Workshops and seminars
  • Research or policy-focused projects
  • Networking and leadership development sessions
• Focus on real-world application of knowledge within participants’ professional fields
• Highly selective cohorts of global leaders and decision-makers

Focus Area

Varies by fellowship track, commonly including:

• Public Policy and Governance
• International Relations
• Climate and Sustainability
• Media and Journalism
• Technology and Innovation
• Economic Development

Deadline

• Varies by specific fellowship programme (typically between October – November annually)