Chevening Scholarship

Through Chevening scholarships the British government invests in individuals with focused career plans, the potential to become influential leaders in their field and the desire to contribute to Russia’s future.

A British Chevening scholarship offers you:

• Access to high quality UK education in UK university you selected
• An opportunity to obtain a postgraduate Master’s qualification
• The option of undertaking a shorter period of study or research (minimum 3 months)
• The stimulating experience of being part of a dynamic international community

Priority fields of study:

• Public Administration (including Public Health and Urban Planning as well as Governance issues)
• International Relations (including International Security)
• Political Studies
• Public, Constitutional, International and Human Rights Law; Law Enforcement
• Journalism (Print and Broadcasting Media)
• Climate Change and Environmental Studies (including Sustainable Development, Environmental Protection; Planning and Management issues)
• Energy Security; Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
• Innovation
• Economics (excluding MBA)

The Chevening Scholarship Scheme is committed to a Policy of Equal Opportunities and Diversity and we therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Students on distance learning courses are not eligible for Chevening support.

Please submit your applications from 1 July to 10 October 2008 to the British Council. You can bring your application personally or send it by post. In both cases please indicate “Application pack. Chevening programme” on the envelope.

Please study the contents of this site carefully, including FAQ section. The Chevening team will be glad to provide you with more information if you need further clarifications.

Application deadline: 10 October 2008