How to prepare for your Chevening interview

Natasha Burnett Jamaica, Loughborough University London

‘A few months have passed since you submitted your Chevening Application. More than likely, you have continued to produce outstanding work and earn success.

Using the STAR technique, use your interview as an opportunity to discuss your continued impact in your field and align this with how your studies in the UK will equip you to achieve even more when you return to your home country.’

Esty Nadya Rafyanti Indonesia, London School of Economics and Political Science

‘Always connect your interview answers to your past experiences! Draw connections between your past experiences, academic background, and the master’s programme you will pursue with Chevening. Highlight how your journey has prepared you to contribute meaningfully to your chosen field and address global challenges.’

María José Ruiz Rodríguez Colombia, University of Bath

‘Do not wait until the last minute to start preparing for your interview. Yes, you are the only one who know your story, and it’s good to be confident about this, but have in mind that studying and preparing ideas and some questions you’ll be asked is vital.

Try to connect with Chevening Alumni related to your field of study that can help you doing some short interviews or perhaps giving you some things about your specific topic.’

Evan Eghan Ghana, Edinburgh Napier University

‘Consider doing a “mock-interview” before your real interview. It will go a long way to help determine your pace of responses to questions from the panel as well as give you a feel of how the actual interview would look like.

Personally, I think that was an incredible preparation tool for me. This can be done with anyone you trust enough to give constructive remarks on your performance.’

Mikheil Goguadze Georgia, London School of Economics and Political Science

‘The Chevening interview marks a thrilling and memorable stage in your journey. Please be confident, be honest, and be yourself. Show your passion and explain why you want to be a Chevening Scholar and why you deserve to be a member of the Chevening family.

Re-read your application, your essays, and share new examples of your leadership and networking skills.

Please do your best, but do not stress yourself. Take care of your mental health, sleep well, walk, and spend some time with your dreams.’

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