Funding & benefits
Funding details are not stated on the official page as of 4 October 2026. Check the official source before applying.
Eligible programmes & fields
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About this opportunity
Chevening LSE Global Impact Fellowship is an official-source-verified opportunity offered by Chevening in United Kingdom. Eligible academic level: PhD / Doctoral. Recorded funding: Funding & benefits. Application deadline: 6 Oct 2026. Review the verified eligibility, benefits and official application route below before applying.
Use the programme and eligibility sections below to decide whether the opportunity matches your academic background before opening the official application portal.
Key dates
Eligibility requirements
- PhD/doctoral degree
- Apply today Eligibility In addition to meeting our standard eligibility criteria, you must: Be a citizen of China, currently live in the country, and intend to return to China at the end of the period of study Hold a postgraduate (PG) level qualification (or equivalent professional training or experience in a relevant area) at the time of application Have at least five years’ work experience prior to applying or be currently enrolled as a PhD candidate (PhD must not be with a UK/EU or USA university) Additionally, strong applicants are expected to have: An excellent academic track record and a demonstrated interest in the chosen area of research, measured by previous professional development and work-related experience and projects and/or research output, including, but not limited to, journal articles, policy papers, repor
- Academic background: The programme welcomes applications across all social science disciplines, with a particular emphasis on international relations; public policy and administration; public diplomacy; social, economic, and environmental policy; and development studies.
- Publications required.
- In addition to meeting our standard eligibility criteria, you must:; Be a citizen of China, currently live in the country, and intend to return to China at the end of the period of study; Hold a postgraduate (PG) level qualification (or equivalent professional training or experience in a relevant area) at the time of application; Have at least five years’ work experience prior to applying or be currently enrolled as a PhD candidate (PhD must not be with a UK/EU or USA university); Additionally, strong applicants are expected to have:; An excellent academic track record and a demonstrated interest in the chosen area of research, measured by previous professional development and work-related experience and projects and/or research output, including, but not limited to, journal articles, policy papers, reports, and other forms of publications; Enthusiasm for engaging with LSE’s intellectual community and contributing to their host department’s academic activities
Should you apply?
It suits PhD / Doctoral applicants. On nationality, the record states: Apply today Eligibility In addition to meeting our standard eligibility criteria, you must: Be a citizen of China, curr…. With 1 day left, only applicants with documents already prepared should start now. Expect to prepare 1 document (listed below).
Check these against your profile
- Academic level: PhD / Doctoral.
- Citizenship / nationality rule: Apply today Eligibility In addition to meeting our standard eligibility criteria, you must: Be a citizen of China, curr….
- Prior degree / academic background: PhD/doctoral degree.
- Study destination: United Kingdom.
Review carefully if
- Applicants who do not hold the required prior degree/background may not be eligible.
This is a factual checklist of verified programme requirements, not a personalised eligibility decision. The awarding institution makes the final eligibility decision.
Required documents
- Research proposal
Application process
Application checklist
- Compare your profile with the verified eligibility criteria on this page.
- Review the official application page for the complete list of required documents.
- Use the official application route linked on this page rather than a third-party submission form.
- Submit before the verified application timing shown in the Key dates section.
This checklist organises the verified requirements already shown on this page; it does not replace the provider’s official instructions.
Frequently asked questions
Which nationalities are eligible?
The eligibility record states: Apply today Eligibility In addition to meeting our standard eligibility criteria, you must: Be a citizen of China, curr….
Is this for Master's, PhD or postdoctoral applicants?
It is for PhD / Doctoral level applicants at Chevening in United Kingdom.
What is the closing date for Chevening LSE Global Impact Fellowship?
Applications close on 6 Oct 2026. That is 1 day from now.
Where do I apply?
Directly with Chevening, through the official application page linked from this record.
What do I need to submit?
The official page lists 1 item: Research proposal.
How was this information verified?
Every fact on this page was read from Chevening's official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier rechecks automatically; the sources and the last check date are listed at the bottom of the page.
Official sources & verification
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Official sources last checked: 17 Sep 2026 · Verified Sep 17, 2026
Timeline context
- Closes in 1 day (Tuesday 6 October 2026).
About Chevening
Chevening is based in United Kingdom and publishes this opportunity on its own official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier reads directly.