Applications for the Chevening Energy Market Reform Fellowship are now being accepted. If you work in the energy sector as a senior official or professional, this might be your ticket to an amazing experience at one of the best universities in the UK.
When is the Application Deadline?
- Applications close at 12:00 GMT on 5 November 2024.
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Tell Me About the Award:
- The Chevening Energy Market Reform Fellowship is a prestigious program offering senior officials and professionals from the energy sector in China the opportunity to spend three months in Dundee, Scotland. Fellows engage in a specific research project aligned with the UK-China Energy Dialogue while being hosted at the Centre for Energy, Petroleum, and Mineral Law Policy (CEPMLP) at the University of Dundee.
Which Fields are Eligible?
- Energy sector professionals with a focus on energy market reform and related research.
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Who can Apply for the Chevening Energy Market Reform Fellowship?
- To be eligible for the Chevening Energy Market Reform Fellowship, you must:
- Intend to return to China at the end of the period of study.
- Agree to adhere to all relevant guidelines and expectations for the programme.
- Hold a postgraduate (PG) level qualification (or equivalent professional training or experience in a relevant area) at the time of application;
- Have significant and meaningful professional experience (5+ years, currently employed or currently enrolled PhD candidate (PhD must not be with a UK/EU or USA university);
- Not hold dual nationality where one nationality is British (other than for nationals exempt from this requirement listed in the Chevening Guidance for Applicants);
- Not be an employee, a former employee, or relative* of an employee of His Majesty’s Government, or have been within the last two years from the opening of Chevening applications (including the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, all British Embassies/High Commissions, the Home Office, the Ministry of Defence, the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, the Department for International Trade and the UKVI), the British Council, a sponsoring UK university, or a staff member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities.
- Applicants who have previously received financial benefit from an HMG-funded scholarship or fellowship, are eligible to apply after a period of 5 years following the completion of their first HMG-funded award and are required to demonstrate their career progression from that point;
- Employees, former employees, or relatives* of an employee of Chevening Partner organisations are eligible to apply, but if the employment took place within the last two years, you cannot receive a Chevening Partner Award from the organisation from which you work, previously worked, or are affiliated with through relatives.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Applicants are selected based on their professional experience, relevance of their research proposal to the UK-China Energy Dialogue, and adherence to eligibility criteria. Selection involves a review of applications, interviews, and references.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- China.
Where will the Award be Taken?
The University of Dundee, Scotland, UK.
How Many Awards?
- The number of fellowships awarded is not specified.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Full programme fees
- Living expenses for the duration of the fellowship
- Return economy airfare from China to the UK
- CEPMLP Supervisor to support research activities
- Full access to classes, lectures, and seminars at CEPMLP
- Access to a programme of cultural events and activities organised by the FCDO and the Chevening Secretariat
How Long Will the Award Last?
- Three months, from September to December 2025.
How to Apply for the Chevening Energy Market Reform Fellowship:
- Interested candidates must apply online by the deadline and ensure they meet all eligibility criteria. The application involves submitting a research proposal and attending an interview if shortlisted.
- Apply today
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
- For more information and to apply, visit the Chevening Fellowship page on the Chevening website.
