Chevening Research, Science and Innovation Leadership Fellowship

The Chevening Research, Science and Innovation Leadership Fellowship (CRISP) is designed for mid-career professionals with exceptional potential in the fields of science, innovation, and business from India and Sri Lanka. This prestigious fellowship is hosted by St. Cross College, University of Oxford and funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office.

📖 About the Fellowship

The 12-week CRISP Fellowship focuses on the following academic strands:

• Science, innovation, leadership, and management.
• Broader topics such as global challenges, politics, and international relations.

Programme Modules:

• Develop an understanding of the UK science field and innovation management processes.
• Explore the interactions between research, innovation, and economic development.
• Research and present a business plan based on individual interests and experience.
• Visit various UK institutions, research institutes, and businesses, while building professional networks.
• Participate in a diverse cultural programme and gain insights from the arts to enhance the working environment.

📅 Opportunity Details

• Date Published: August 07, 2025
• Application Deadline: October 07, 2025
• Category: Fellowship, Fully Funded
• Opportunity Location: United Kingdom
• Eligible Locations: India, Sri Lanka

🎁 Benefits

Each fellowship includes:

• Full programme fees.
• Living expenses for the duration of the fellowship.
• Return economy airfare from India or Sri Lanka to the UK.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Chevening CRISP Fellowship, applicants must:

• Be a citizen of India or Sri Lanka and currently reside in the country.
• Commit to returning to their country of citizenship at the end of the fellowship.
• Hold a postgraduate qualification (or equivalent professional training/experience in a relevant area).
• Have at least seven years’ work experience prior to applying.
• Demonstrate commitment to innovation and possess the aptitude to contribute to the programme.
• Have an excellent academic background in science, engineering, or technology, or significant experience in these fields.
• Possess a good working knowledge of English (assessed during the application and interview process).
• Not hold British or dual British citizenship.
• Agree to adhere to all relevant guidelines and expectations for the fellowship.
• Not be an employee, former employee, or relative of an employee of His Majesty’s Government or related organizations within the last two years.

🌟 Ideal Candidate

Successful candidates may have significant experience as:

• Executives of service companies, manufacturing businesses, or state-owned companies.
• Entrepreneurs or individuals supporting and funding the entrepreneurial community.
• Research scientists.
• Academics or public-sector employees.

📅 Application Process

To apply for the fellowship:

1. Visit the official Chevening Fellowship website.
2. Submit your application via the Chevening application portal.

🛑 Application Deadline

The application deadline is October 07, 2025.

For more details, visit the official Chevening Fellowship page.

• Full programme fees
• Living expenses for the duration of the fellowship
• Return economy airfare from India or Sri Lanka to the UK