The Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship has opened applications for the 2026 cycle for eligible mid-career professionals.
The Chevening Clore Fellowship is a fully funded leadership development opportunity that provides up to £14,000 to cover travel, accommodation, living costs, and other fellowship-related expenses for successful candidates undertaking a tailored leadership programme in the United Kingdom.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) & Clore Leadership
- Eligible Countries: Brazil | China | Egypt | India | Jordan | Lebanon | Mexico | South Africa
- Category: Fellowships | Leadership Programmes
- Reward: Full Sponsorship | £14,000 Financial Support | Living Expenses | Accommodation | Travel Expenses
- Deadline: February 5, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship is a collaborative initiative between the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and Clore Leadership, designed to strengthen leadership capacity within the global arts and culture sector. The programme offers mid-career professionals a unique opportunity to undertake an individually tailored leadership fellowship in the UK, combining intensive learning, reflection, and practical engagement.
Through the fellowship, participants are exposed to a diverse network of cultural leaders and institutions, enabling them to develop leadership acumen, strategic thinking, and professional confidence. The programme is structured to support fellows at a critical stage in their careers, helping them maximise their leadership potential while contributing meaningfully to cultural practice and engagement both in the UK and internationally.
The fellowship runs within a flexible framework that encourages self-directed learning and adaptability. Fellows are expected to be highly motivated, intellectually curious, and committed to personal and professional growth. Activities typically include leadership training, secondments, courses, conferences, and other development opportunities tailored to individual goals and circumstances.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of one of the eligible countries: Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Jordan, Lebanon, Mexico, or South Africa
- Intend to return to their home country at the end of the fellowship period
- Hold a degree equivalent to at least a good UK second-class honours degree or possess equivalent professional training and/or experience
- Have completed a minimum of five years’ work experience (or equivalent) by the end of 2023
- Meet the general eligibility requirements of the Chevening Fellowships programme
- Demonstrate a good working knowledge of English, assessed during the application and interview stages
- Not hold British or dual British citizenship
- Not be an employee, former employee, or close relative of an employee of His Majesty’s Government or related bodies within the last two years
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship will receive:
- Up to two return economy flights between the home country and the UK
- Accommodation during the fellowship period in the UK
- Living expenses throughout the duration of the programme
- A secondment placement of approximately 4–6 weeks at a UK cultural institution
- An individually tailored fellowship learning plan
- Coverage for courses, conferences, and professional development activities in the UK
- Training and development costs within the UK
- Travel costs within the UK
- Up to £4,000 development budget for learning-related expenses
- £14,000 bursary to support time away from work during the fellowship
Required Documents
To apply for this fellowship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Academic degree certificate or equivalent qualification
- Evidence of professional experience in the arts and culture sector
- English language proficiency information (if applicable)
- Supporting documents required by the Chevening application platform
How to Apply
To apply for the Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship:
- Visit the official Chevening fellowship application webpage
- Complete and submit the online application form
- Upload all required supporting documents before the deadline
- Await feedback from the fellowship administrators
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