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Applications invited for the Chevening Gurukul Scholarships 2014

Twelve future leaders of India will be offered an intense, all expenses-paid, 12-week course at the King's College London (KCL) as part of the Chevening Gurukul Leadership Programme.

What: King's College London is inviting applications for the Chevening Gurukul Scholarships for Leadership and Excellence.

The Chevening Gurukul Leadership Programme at the Kings College London (KCL) is the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office's premium scholarship scheme for India.

Through the scholarship, twelve future leaders of India will be offered an intense, all expenses-paid, 12-week course at the Kings College London (KCL).

The course will commence late September and end mid December 2014.

The Chevening Gurukul Leadership Programme comprises a combination of closely supervised project work, academic courses, field visits, seminars, debates and interactions with some of the world's most influential thinkers and decision makers -- a golden opportunity for India’s brightest minds.

Who can apply

The leadership programme is targeted at mid-career professionals with a minimum of five years work experience, proven academic ability and leadership skills.

The course is open for Indian passport holders only.

How to apply

Interested candidates can log on to the official website or register for the scholarship on http://www.chevening.org/india/

Important dates

The last date to apply is January 24, 2014.

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