Chevening Scholarship programme for Cambodians, UK

Khmer Intellectuals: Chevening Scholarships in Cambodia is run by the British Embassy Phnom Penh funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and administered by the British Council are prestigious awards which enable overseas students to study in the United Kingdom.

Chevening Scholarships are offered in over 150 countries and enable talented graduates and young professionals to become familiar with the UK and gain skills which will benefit their countries.

Chevening scholarships 2009-2010
The British Embassy Chevening Scholarships Programme invites applications for fully funded one-year’s Masters-level studies in the UK for the 2009/10 UK academic year. Are you:

• A university graduate with proven academic skills?
• Proficient in English, with excellent written and spoken skills (IELTS 6.0 or above
• Committed to work in one of the priority areas listed below, and aiming for promotion to the highest level?
• Intending to return to Cambodia after graduation to renew a career contributing to Cambodia’s further development?

If you are successful in your application, we will provide:

• A full living allowance to cover accommodation and all expenses
• Full return airfares
• Other allowances as necessary to complete your Masters degree in the UK
• Access to an influential global alumni network

We are looking for outstanding applicants with a proven track record in any of the following professions: Public Administration; Legal and Judicial Sector or Law Enforcement; Politics; Civil Society Leadership; Environmental Management; Economic, Social or Private Sector Development. We invite applications from people aiming to be future leaders in these areas who want to study a relevant subject at Masters level in the UK. The deadline for applications is 28 February 2009. All applications must be made online at:

https://www.chevening.fco.gov.uk/CheveningApplications/CA_Start.aspx

The academic year in the UK begins in September. However, candidates may be required to undertake English training in the UK for up to 12 weeks beforehand. We will contact only short-listed candidates who will be invited to attend a first stage interview in March 2009. We welcome applications from potential scholars who require assistance or additional funding due to disability. After online submission of Chevening application form, please fill in the Declaration of health form then submit by e-mail to chevening.cambodia@fco.gov.uk before the set deadline.

Note: Only final selection candidates are required to complete the Medical report form

For more information go to http://www.chevening.com/

WARNING: HOAX CHEVENING E-MAILS
Please note that you will NEVER be asked for any financial details nor will you EVER be asked for any personal details outside of your official Chevening application form. For further details on this please visit British Chevening Scholarships website.