Chevening LSE Fellowship
Citizens of China currently residing there; must intend to return post‑fellowship
Program Overview!
Want to dive into a deep research project at the prestigious LSE? The Chevening LSE Fellowship offers three flexible durations (3, 6, or 9 months), full funding including living expenses and return airfare, and the chance to develop your own research under expert mentorship at London School of Economics. Ideal for mid‑career professionals in social sciences—from international relations to public policy—this is a unique opportunity to blend rigorous academic research with real-world leadership growth. Ready to elevate your expertise in the heart of London?
Chevening, run by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, is a prestigious global awards program offering scholarships and fellowships to emerging leaders and professionals across the world. It aims to foster lasting positive relationships with UK institutions and empower fellows with advanced academic and professional development opportunities. LSE, the London School of Economics and Political Science, is a world-class social science university known for its rigorous research, policy influence, and global academic community. Together, they provide a tailored, immersive research experience backed by a powerful network and institutional excellence.
This is a mid‑career, research‑based fellowship allowing participants to work on a clearly defined project at LSE for 3, 6, or 9 months. Fellows collaborate with an academic supervisor aligned to their research topic, complete a research paper (to be presented at LSE), and engage in seminars, discussion groups, and audit lectures (subject to permission).
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Benefits:
- Full program fees covered
- Living expenses provided throughout the fellowship
- Return economy airfare from China to the UK
- Research-related allowance for project expenses
- Access to seminars, lectures, and cultural events organized by Chevening/FCDO
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Eligibility Criteria
- Citizen of China, currently residing in China, and with plans to return after the fellowship
- Hold a postgraduate degree (master’s or equivalent professional training) in a relevant field
- Have significant professional experience (at least 5 years) or be a PhD candidate (must not be enrolled in a UK/EU or US university)
- Must not hold British or dual British nationality, except as per Chevening guidelines
- Must not be an employee or closely affiliated (or related to) staff of UK government or Chevening partner organizations in the past 2 years
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Application Process
- Visit the Chevening website and apply through the online portal by selecting the fellowship and submitting your details
- Provide a detailed research proposal aligned with LSE’s social science disciplines
- Submit your academic/professional background, CV, and supporting documents (likely to include academic credentials and references)
- Applications close on 7 October 2025 (UTC)
- Successful applicants will be selected and invited to begin their fellowship at LSE (typically in the UK academic year following selection)
About Chevening LSE Fellowship
Want to dive into a deep research project at the prestigious LSE? The Chevening LSE Fellowship offers three flexible durations (3, 6, or 9 months), full funding including living expenses and return airfare, and the chance to develop your own research under expert mentorship at London School of Economics. Ideal for mid‑career professionals in social sciences—from international relations to public policy—this is a unique opportunity to blend rigorous academic research with real-world leadership growth. Ready to elevate your expertise in the heart of London?
Chevening, run by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, is a prestigious global awards program offering scholarships and fellowships to emerging leaders and professionals across the world. It aims to foster lasting positive relationships with UK institutions and empower fellows with advanced academic and professional development opportunities. LSE, the London School of Economics and Political Science, is a world-class social science university known for its rigorous research, policy influence, and global academic community. Together, they provide a tailored, immersive research experience backed by a powerful network and institutional excellence.
This is a mid‑career, research‑based fellowship allowing participants to work on a clearly defined project at LSE for 3, 6, or 9 months. Fellows collaborate with an academic supervisor aligned to their research topic, complete a research paper (to be presented at LSE), and engage in seminars, discussion groups, and audit lectures (subject to permission).
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