Living in the UK

We share our tips and advice for making the most of your time in the UK.

Adjusting to life in the UK

Important information about life in the UK to help you make the most of your time here.

British culture

Information about public holidays, tipping etiquette, and UK values

Studying in the UK

Teaching styles, study tips, and how to seek help if you need it

Finance

Stipend payments, short term loans, opening a UK bank account and more

Accommodation

Your questions answered about finding accommodation

Blogs about living and studying in the UK

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Breaking down barriers: My Chevening journey

Kavya Mukhija, a Chevening scholar from India studying Disability, Design and Innovation at UCL, shares how studying in the UK transformed her perspective on accessibility.

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My vision for the future: supporting indigenous Maasai children in education

Chevening scholar Naomi Koinase shares her plans for supporting indigenous Maasai children in Tanzania by providing them with equal opportunity to education. Hear how she's been breaking barriers and how Chevening is preparing her to drive impact in the future.

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My vision for the future: driving criminal justice reform on a global scale

Chevening scholar Alfiana has dedicated nearly a decade of her career to criminal justice reform and international human rights advocacy. She shares her plans for national and global initiatives that uphold dignity, fairness, and the rule of law for all.