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Annual Chevening Scholarship season opens, Somalia to get double slots

Somali students wishing to study in UK universities under the coveted Chevening Scholarship programme have until November 5 to send in their applications for the 2020/21 academic year, the British Embassy in Mogadishu has said.

Somali students wishing to study in UK universities under the coveted Chevening Scholarship programme have until November 5 to send in their applications for the 2020/21 academic year, the British Embassy in Mogadishu has said.

According to the embassy, eligible candidates, who must have excellent academic background, good command of the English language and leadership skills are required to file their applications for consideration.

British ambassador to Somalia Ben Fender announced the slots for Somalia had doubled this year and called on Somalis to take advantage of the scholarship.

“Since we started the scheme in Somalia, over 50 Somalis have won awards. This year we have doubled the number of scholars.  In the next few weeks, eleven more will be heading to the UK.  Many past scholars now play leading roles in Somali public life,” said ambassador Fender. The UK ambassador also encouraged women and persons from less represented segments of society to apply.

“You of course need an excellent academic background and English, but also initiative, leadership skills and a strong commitment to public service.  We’re especially keen on applications from women and members of groups who are under-represented in public life.” 

The Head of Scholarships at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, Ben Coates, said, “Chevening represents the very best of the UK, welcoming exceptional people from across the world to study, grow, and thrive at some of the world’s best universities.  Chevening can be a transformative experience, not just for the scholars, but for their communities and countries as they return and use the benefit of their UK experience to make a positive difference in their chosen field.”

Those who qualify will get full financial support for a year’s study on one of 14,000 eligible master’s degree courses at UK universities.  In addition to furthering their academic studies, Chevening scholars also benefit from access to a wide range of exclusive academic, professional, and cultural events and experiences.

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