About the opportunity
The Chevening LSE Fellowship is a prestigious program funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, hosted by the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). It is designed for mid-career professionals from China to conduct research in key thematic areas 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. Fellows work on a defined research project, complete a paper, and present it at the end of their tenure. They may also audit lectures and participate in seminars and discussion groups.
Funding and benefits
- Full programme fees
- Living expenses for the duration of the fellowship
- Return economy airfare
- Allowance package for research-related activities
Who can apply?
- 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)
- Possess an excellent academic track record and a demonstrated interest in the chosen area of research (measured by professional development, work-related experience, projects, and/or research output such as journal articles, policy papers, and reports)
- Demonstrate enthusiasm for engaging with LSE’s intellectual community and contributing to the host department’s academic activities
Required documents
- Research proposal
When to apply
- Applications are open until 6 October 2026, at 11:00 (UTC)
How to apply
- Apply online via the official application portal at https://asams.chevening.org/apply
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Mid-career professionals from China with a strong background in social science research
- Researchers aiming to engage with the intellectual community at the London School of Economics
- Professionals with at least five years of experience or current PhD candidates looking to produce a formal research paper
What should you think carefully about?
- The fellowship requires a commitment to return to China upon completion of the research tenure
- Applicants must hold a postgraduate qualification and demonstrate a clear, defined research project proposal
- The program is strictly on-site in London, requiring relocation for the duration of the fellowship
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This fellowship is ideal for professionals looking to elevate their research profile and influence policy through a prestigious academic residency. It provides the time and resources to focus on a specific project while networking with global experts in international relations and public policy.
Our take
This is a premier opportunity for mid-career Chinese scholars and professionals to conduct high-level research at LSE; it is less suitable for those unable to commit to the return-to-home-country requirement.
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