Study in UK: Applications for Chevening Scholarships to open Today!

The applications for Chevening Scholarships are all set to open today, 6 August and it will close on 5 November 2024.

Aspirants who are looking to enrol in master's degrees in UK universities must know that the applications for Chevening Scholarships are all set to open today, 6 August 2024. The application deadline is 5 November 2024. The selection process takes a minimum of eight months period from the application deadline.

The scholarship is available for various countries including India. It aids students in studying in the UK which offers world-class education and is home to universities like Oxford and Cambridge.

Eligibility Criteria

The following are the eligibility conditions to apply for Chevening Scholarships:

• The applicant should be a citizen of Chevening-eligible country or territory which also includes India.
• After the scholarship ends, the student should be committed to returning to the home country for a minimum of two years.
• Must have a minimum of two years of work experience that includes 2,800 hours. It can be full-time employment, part-time employment, paid or unpaid internships and voluntary work.
• Should have a bachelor's degree to take admission in master's course in the UK.

Selection Criteria

The selection committee is looking for leadership and influence quality in the candidate. The applicant is advised to highlight the recent professional experiences that prove their leadership skills, also they should describe how they gained and maintained influence in past roles, and link leadership traits to post-study goals and study plans.

The committee is also looking for strong networking skills hence it is a good idea to highlight it in the application and the goals one has achieved through the networking.

About Chevening Scholarships

It is one of the most prestigious and competitive scholarships which is provided to study in the UK. It is a fully-funded scholarship for those who apply for master's degrees in the UK and it offers a unique opportunity to influencers, leaders and decision-makers.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and partner organisations fund this scholarship which is awarded to individuals with strong academic backgrounds and demonstrable leadership potential. British embassies and high commissions around the world personally select the most suitable applicants after they undergo a rigorous selection process.

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