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Chevening Western Balkans Cyber Security Fellowship

The Chevening Western Balkans Cyber Security Fellowship is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. It is designed for mid-career professionals from the Western Balkans who have demonstrable leadership potential in cyber security or cyber policy. Fellows will gain a deeper understanding of the policy and legislative approaches in cyber security and the corresponding implications for national security, commercial opportunity, crime prevention, and the right to privacy. The fellowship takes place at Cranfield University, at the Defence Academy of the United Kingdom (Shrivenham Campus), and offers a unique opportunity for 12 exceptional candidates to develop the leadership skills necessary to tackle evolving cyber threats. Fellows will gain advanced knowledge of cyber security policies and strategies, practical skills in cyber threat assessment, risk management, and legal frameworks, as well as access to a network of cyber security experts and policymakers.

Chevening India Cyber Security Fellowship

The Chevening India Cyber Security Fellowship is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office for mid-career professionals from India with demonstrable leadership potential in cyber security or cyber policy. Fellows will explore policy and legislative approaches to cyber security, focussing on the implications for national security, commercial opportunity, crime prevention, and the right to privacy. The 10-week fellowship takes place at Cranfield University at the Defence Academy of the United Kingdom (Shrivenham campus) from March to May. The programme offers six exceptional candidates the opportunity to develop leadership skills in cyber threats including the evolving threat landscape, national security implications, internet governance, and protection of critical infrastructure. Fellows will gain in-depth knowledge of cyber threat landscapes and national security challenges, practical skills in cyber risk assessment, internet governance, and technology adoption for securing digital economies, as well as expertise in cyber law, policy, and cybercrime response. The fellowship covers the economics of online business, consumer awareness and protection, challenges in technology adoption, the role of open source, and effective use of technology by consumers. It also addresses cybercrime and internet law, covering economic impacts, domestic and international responses, law enforcement, privacy issues, social media misuse, and accountability online. The program aims to strengthen India's digital resilience and shape secure and inclusive cyber ecosystems.

Chevening Gurukul Fellowship for Leadership and Excellence

The Chevening Gurukul Fellowship for Leadership and Excellence is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. It is designed for mid-career professionals from India who have strong and demonstrable leadership potential. Fellows will explore the changing ideas and practices of leadership, with a particular focus on the implications of globalisation for Indian leaders. The fellowship takes place at the University of Oxford within the Department of Politics and International Relations. The 12-week programme offers exceptional candidates the opportunity to develop leadership skills required to tackle issues such as the economics of global integration, the role of science and technology, and the new politics of support and opposition to global integration. Fellows will gain an understanding of contemporary opportunities and challenges of global integration, develop leadership skills to address them, and learn to translate this knowledge into policy and practice. The Gurukul Fellowship includes numerous site visits in the UK and a varied cultural programme designed to integrate fellows into the academic and cultural life of the university and department. Throughout the programme, fellows will develop, research, and present a public policy plan while building their professional networks.