Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship 2026 – Fully Funded Opportunity for Mid-Career Cultural Leaders

 Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship 2026 – Fully Funded Opportunity for Mid-Career Cultural Leaders

Scholarship Details

• Program: Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship
• Duration: Approximately 9 months (September 2026 – May 2027)
• Location: United Kingdom
• Target Group: Mid-career professionals in the arts and culture sector

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be citizens of Egypt, Brazil, China, India, Jordan, Lebanon, Mexico, or South Africa
• Hold a degree equivalent to at least a good UK second-class honours degree or possess equivalent professional training and/or experience
• Have completed at least five years of work experience
• Demonstrate a commitment to returning to their home country upon completion of the fellowship
• Not hold British or dual British citizenship
• Not be employees, former employees (within the last two years), or close relatives of employees of His Majesty’s Government, the British Council, or sponsoring UK universities

Why Apply?

• Tailored Leadership Development: Engage in a personalized program designed to enhance leadership skills specific to the cultural sector.
• Global Networking: Join a cohort of approximately 20 fellows from the UK and internationally, fostering diverse perspectives and collaborations.
• Professional Growth: Participate in secondments with UK-based cultural organizations, gaining hands-on experience in different cultural practices.
• Cultural Exchange: Experience the rich cultural heritage of the UK while contributing to the global cultural community.

 Application Procedure