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[England] PhD Studentship Experimental Investigation of Fluid Flow and Mass Transport in Heap Leaching Imperial College London -

International Scholarships - Tue, 07/20/2010 - 05:01

A Rio Tinto studentship is being offered to an excellent student in Chemical Engineering, Minerals Processing or related disciplines. The studentship will cover all student fees, and also offers a tax-free stipend of approximately £15,590 per annum for the period 2010/2011. Applications will be considered from both local and overseas students.

Heap leaching is a process for extracting metals from ores. It is rapidly increasing in its usage due to lower operating and capital costs compared to more conventional extraction methods. Understanding the fluid flow and mass transport processes occurring within the heap is essential to improving its design and operation.

This project will be predominantly experimental and will involve the use of a variety of techniques to investigate fluid flow within heaps at both the laboratory and pilot scale. The candidate should have a good understanding of fluid dynamics and desirably some knowledge or experience of minerals processing.

For more information or to apply, please contact Dr Stephen Neethling (s.neethling@imperial.ac.uk).

Click here for details of the criteria required by Imperial College

Application forms and instructions can be obtained from our website or from Ms Samantha Delamaine (e-mail: sam.delamaine@imperial.ac.uk or Tel: +44 (0) 207 594 7339).

Applicants will be processed when received with the expectation that the post will be filled by September 2010 and no later than December 2010

Italy] TWAS Fellowships 2010/2011

International Scholarships - Tue, 07/20/2010 - 05:01

[TWAS, the academy of sciences for the developing world, is an autonomous international organization, founded in 1983 in Trieste, Italy. TWAS is now accepting applications for its postgraduate, postdoctoral, visiting scholars and advanced research fellowship programmes.

The fellowships are offered to scientists from developing countries and are tenable at centres of excellence in various countries in the South, including Brazil, China, India, Malaysia, Mexico, Pakistan, Thailand and Kenya. Eligible fields include: agricultural and biological sciences, medical and health sciences, chemistry, engineering, astronomy, space and earth sciences, mathematics and physics.

Click here for the latest information regarding all these programmes, including eligibility criteria, deadlines, etc, and to download the application forms. Women scientists are especially encouraged to apply.

[Australia] PhD Scholarship in Public Infrastucture Project

International Scholarships - Sat, 07/17/2010 - 05:01

Deadline: July 30, 2010

Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Australia is offering an Australian Research Council (ARC) Australian Postgraduate Award Industry (APAI) PhD scholarship, with a top-up from our Project Management Academy.

You will study within QUT's School of Urban Development in the Faculty of Built Environment and Engineering alongside a dynamic, friendly and supportive team working on a landmark ARC research project.

The title of the project is "Maximising diffusion of innovative products on public infrastructure projects: a qualitative management study of open innovation systems".

Study Topic
The area of study is management in project-based industries, and you will choose a specific topic within this field. Possible study options include motivation of stakeholders, client leadership, innovation adoption, procurement systems, project management, relationship networks, knowledge management or related topics.

Term of Study and Remuneration
This is an opportunity for full-time study and the degree is to be completed within three years. The successful applicant will receive a scholarship worth $39,375 per year (tax exempt) which equates to a taxable income of around $56,000.

The scholarship will provide support for the three-year candidature of the successful applicant. In addition to the scholarship, QUT will provide up to $10,000 for research expenses over the course of your study (including international conference travel), with the possibility of undertaking part-time tutoring work.

Eligibility
To be eligible you will need an Honours 1 or 2A degree within the broad fields of business, civil engineering or urban development. Equivalency may be granted for a two-year masters degree by research or a two-year masters degree by coursework with a GPA of 5 on a 7 point scale (with at least 33% research component). In judging equivalence, QUT may also consider other studies, other research experience, research publications, referees' reports and relevant work experience.

How to Apply
To apply, please email your CV to Dr Karen Manley (k.manley@qut.edu.au) and Dr Tim Rose (tm.rose@qut.edu.au) by 12pm on Friday, 30 July 2010.

[Australia] International Postgraduate Coursework Scholarships (IPCS) from Faculty of Arts the University of Sidney

International Scholarships - Sat, 07/17/2010 - 05:01

Deadline: October 10, 2010

The Faculty of Arts offers scholarships to outstanding international students undertaking a postgraduate coursework program in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Sydney. These scholarships cover the tuition fees for the whole degree program in which the applicant is enrolled.

Scholarships will be available for all postgraduate coursework Master degree programs in the Faculty of Arts.

Eligibility
Applicants must:

  • have received an unconditional offer of admission to a Masters by coursework program in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Sydney. This means that applicants must have met the Faculty's English language requirements, as well as academic admission requirements. For more information on English language requirements, please visit the International Office website.
  • have a minimum of 7.0 IELTS (overall) or equivalent if they are from a non-English speaking background
  • be commencing postgraduate study at the University for the first time
  • be a citizen of a country other than Australia and New Zealand, and may not hold permanent residency in Australia
  • NOT be in receipt of any other tuition fee scholarship

Selection
Applicants will appreciate that there is strong competition for these scholarships. Selection is based on academic merit, including excellent results in the applicant's English language test. Applicants should provide a statement regarding why they want to undertake their chosen program at the University of Sydney, and what they hope to achieve following graduation. Please note: It is very important that applicants make clear the degree for which they are applying.

Scholarship Benefits
These scholarships exempt students from the international student tuition fees for the duration of the program.

Items NOT covered by the IPCS include:

  • A living allowance
  • Travel or relocation costs
  • Accommodation
  • Overseas fieldwork costs
  • Visa application fees
  • Tuition fees for any units beyond those required for the completion of the degree
  • Text books
  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
  • Other forms of insurance

Commencement Date
Scholarships are awarded on the basis that the student will commence study in the academic year for which it is offered, and for the program in which a place has been offered in the Faculty of Arts. A scholarship holder may defer commencement of the program of study, and of the award of a scholarship, for only one semester, and then only under exceptional circumstances.

Duration
The scholarship is limited to the standard duration of the course of study (generally this is 8 units of study except 12 units for the Master of Translation Studies). An extension of the scholarship is possible if the student's program is upgraded to the degree of Master of Letters (offered in limited, not all, subject areas) and provided an extension of visa has been approved by the Australian Government.

Leave
Scholarship holders may in special circumstances take leave of absence from their scholarship for a maximum of one semester. Students must check their visa conditions before applying for leave; and they must apply for permission in advance of taking such leave.

Transferring Scholarships
These scholarships cannot be transferred from one institution to another, nor from the Faculty of Arts to another faculty in the University of Sydney. Scholarships might be transferable to another program within the Faculty, with the Faculty's permission and appropriate departmental approval.

Termination of Scholarships
Scholarships will be terminated:

  • if the student fails to meet the eligibility requirements outlined in the conditions
  • if the student fails to make satisfactory progress in the program
  • when the student ceases to be enrolled as a full-time postgraduate coursework student at the University of Sydney
  • if the University determines that the student is guilty of serious misconduct, including, but not limited to, having provided false or misleading information
  • if the student does not resume study at the end of a period of approved leave
  • if the student is granted permanent residency in Australia. Students must immediately advise the International Office and the Faculty Office about any changes to their visa status
  • upon the death, incapacity, resignation or withdrawal of the student from the program of study.

How to Apply
Please note: The Faculty of Arts International Postgraduate Coursework Scholarships are available ONLY for postgraduate coursework degrees undertaken at Master level in the Faculty of Arts.

There is no application form for these scholarships. If you are interested and eligible to apply, please submit a personal statement with your application for admission to a postgraduate coursework degree in Arts. This personal statement should briefly set out your academic and extra-curricular or professional achievements (you must also provide original or certified academic transcripts with your application), and outline why you want to undertake your chosen course at the University of Sydney, and what you hope to achieve following graduation.

Please note: It is very important that applicants make clear the degree for which they are applying.

Closing Dates

  • For applicants intending to commence study in Semester 2, (July) 2010: 30 APRIL 2010
  • For applicants intending to commence study in Semester 1, (March) 2011: 30 OCTOBER 2010

All applications for admission to the University should be addressed to:

Admissions Officer - Arts Postgraduate
International Office
Jane Foss Russell Building - G02
University of Sydney
NSW 2006
Australia

For further information about applications for admission to a postgraduate coursework degree in 2010, please see the International Office website.

[Australia] 20 PhD scholarships from University of Sydney

International Scholarships - Sat, 07/17/2010 - 05:01

Deadline: July 31, 2010

University of Sydney, Australia offer up to 20 new full tuition fee PhD scholarships for commencing international students. Scholarships cover the full cost of tuition fees for three years. A travel contribution of up to AUD $1,250 each way will also be provided to scholarship holders.

The World Scholars program is for commencing international students from participating countries, undertaking a PhD in any discipline. The application process is highly competitive with scholarships awarded on the basis of research potential and academic merit. Scholarship holders should demonstrate, in their PhD application, an outstanding academic track record and capacity to engage in innovative and world class research.

Each year, the University will invite applications from selected participating countries. For the 2010 intake, these include certain countries in East Asia, Latin America and Western Europe, as well as India, the United States, Canada, South Africa, Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda. For more details about the countries included in this scheme, please see the Application Guidelines below.

Some other countries, including China, already have special scholarship schemes in place at present.

How to apply
The 2010 intake, for students commencing PhD studies in Semester 1 (March) 2011, is now open.

Prospective applicants must have a Firm Offer of Admission to a PhD at the University of Sydney before lodging a World Scholars application. In addition, PhD candidates are expected to have made contact with their potential academic supervisor prior to submitting their application for a PhD.

Key Dates

  • 31 July 2010: PhD applications must be submitted.
  • 10 Sept 2010: Applicants must have received a Firm Offer of Admission.
  • 17 Sept 2010: Applicants must submit a World Scholars Application Form.

Candidates who are interested in applying for the University of Sydney World Scholars are encouraged to identify a potential academic supervisor and begin preparing a PhD application as soon as possible. Download Application Guidelines + Forms (PDF)

[Indonesia] Beasiswa untuk SLTP/SLTA dari Pesantren Darunnajah Cipining Bogor

International Scholarships - Sat, 07/10/2010 - 05:01

Pesantren Darunnajah Cipining memberikan kesempatan sebesar-besarnya kepada siapapun yang ingin belajar di Pesantren ini dengan memberikan Beasiswa Penuh. Tidak ada persyaratan khusus untuk mendapatkan beasiswa ini. Hanya bermodalkan kesiapan untuk menghafal Al-Qur'an selama belajar di Pesantren, Anda dapat mendaftarkan Putra-putri anda sekarang juga.

Adapun ketentuan-ketentuan yang harus dipenuhi selaku Calon Penerima Beasiswa Tahfidz Al-Qur'an adalah sebagai Berikut:

  1. Siap untuk menghafal Al-Qur'an 30 Juz selama masa belajar.
  2. Siap Belajar di TMI Pesantren Darunnajah Cipining sampai Tamat
  3. Siap Mentaati Aturan-aturan yang berlaku di Pesantren
  4. Siap Mencapai Target Hafalan yang ditetapkan setiap Semester (Rata-rata 3 juz/semester)
  5. Siap melengkapi dan menyempurnakan hafalan yang ditargetkan dalam semester tersebut, sebelum naik kejenjang/kelas yang lebih tinggi
  6. Siap untuk tidak menerima Raport, Ijazah dan Surat-surat Penting lainnya bila keluar sebelum selesai Target 30 Juz

Kesempatan ini juga bisa dinikmati oleh Calon Santri yang sudah hafal beberapa Juz dari Al-Qur'an, dengan ketentuan siap melanjutkan hafalannya hingga selesai. Demikian juga bagi yang sudah hafal 30 Juz, bisa langsung belajar bersama santri-satri lainnya.

Bagaimana jika ditengah jalan Santri tersebut tidak sanggup melanjutkan hafalannya dan ingin Pindah ke Program TMI/MTs/SMP/MA/SMK yang tidak harus menghafal Al-Qur'an? Tentu saja bisa! Santri tersebut bisa melanjutkan studinya di salah satu jenjang tersebut diatas, Seperti Santri lainnya, ia membayar uang pangkal dan bulanan yang berlaku pada saat pindah kekelas baru.

Apakah ada ikatan? Apakah ada kewajiban atau tugas lain saat Santri Tamat dari Pesantren? Jawabannya, Tidak. Setelah Santri tersebut menyelesaikan Studinya, ia dapat melanjutkan pendidikan ke Perguruan Tinggi mana saja, atau mau langsung bekerja, atau kembali kekampung halaman untuk memberikan pengabdian kepada Masyarakat, yang jelas Tugas Pesantren sudah selesai memberikan Pelayanan Pendidikan Terbaik, selanjutnya tinggal mengamalkan Ilmu atau menambahkannya lagi.

Bahkan Pimpinan Pesantren ingin, Alumni-alumni yang mengambil Program Beasiswa Penuh 100% ini untuk melanjutkan Pendidikan di Luar Negeri. Seperti di al-Azhar, Kairo Mesir. Menyusul Alumni-alumni Darunnajah Cipining yang sudah lebih dulu belajar di Negeri Piramida tersebut. Biayanya Gratis, Malah diberikan Uang Saku setiap bulannya. Ini Kesempatan Emas, sampaikan pada Saudara-saudara dan orang terdekat anda. Segera berkunjung ke Pesantren Darunnajah.

Pesantren Darunnajah 2 Cipining Bogor
Alamat : Jl Argapura Kotak Pos 1 Cipining Cigudeg Bogor
Website : http://darunnajah-cipining.com
Panitia Murid Baru: 08567624377, 085714128744
Telp/SMS Pendidikan: 08159297063, 085218426324
Sekretaris: 085714873135, 085664456310
Keuangan: 085885501228, 081311206287

[Japan] International Doctoral Program In Energy Science Graduate School Of Energy Science Kyoto University

International Scholarships - Sat, 07/10/2010 - 05:01

Deadline: November 15, 2010

The international Doctoral Program in Energy Science is offered to provide foreign students and researchers, who have a Master's degree (or equivalent), an opportunity to further their studies toward a Doctoral degree at Kyoto University. In this Doctoral Program, Japanese proficiency is not required since students can obtain the necessary credits by choosing ones among a variety of subjects presented in English and their research works are also supervised in English. An evaluation of eligibility for admission will be made on the basis of the documents submitted to our School Affairs Office.

Eight students will be admitted each year with a scholarship from the Japanese Government.

Scholarship

  • Allowance: 155,000 to 158,000yen per month for at most 36 months (subject to change depending upon the annual budget of each year)
  • Travel to and from Japan: Economy-class round trip airfare
  • School fees: Exemption from the entrance and tuition fees

Eligibility

  • Nationality: Any of the countries with which Japan has official diplomatic relations
  • Age:under 35 years of age as of April 1, 2011
  • Academic qualifications: Master's degree or equivalent (by the end of September, 2011)
  • Language ability: Good command of English (Japanese is not required)

Documents for Application
For enrollment in October, 2011, the following documents must arrive before November 15, 2010 at our School Affairs Office (address given below).

  • Application forms, including the Certificate of Health, which can be downloaded from our homepage (see below)
  • Official document verifying nationality
  • Certificates: Bachelor's and Master's Degrees (or equivalents)
  • Official academic records: Undergraduate and graduate levels
  • Recommendation letters: Dean of the graduate school and supervisor (undergraduate and/or graduate) and head of the employing organization (if currently working)
  • Research plan / List of scientific publications / Brief description of academic achievements
  • A copy of Master's Thesis (or equivalent)
  • A copy of an official GRE (General test), TOEFL or TOEIC test score, taken within the last 24 months

To Ensure a Successful Application
Each applicant should contact his/her prospective supervisor at Graduate School of Energy Science Kyoto University before applying.

Notification Of Decision
The applicants will be informed of the result of the 1st stage selection by Kyoto University by around the end of March, 2011. The selected applicants will then be recommended to the Japanese Government as applicants for the scholarship. Applicants will be informed of the final result by around the end of April, 2011.

Correspondence
Any inquiry can be accepted at
School Affairs Office
The Graduate School of Energy Science, Kyoto University
Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8501, Japan
E-mail: ic-energy@adm.t.kyoto-u.ac.jp
Fax: +81-75-753-4745

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[USA] Symantec Graduate Fellowships

International Scholarships - Sat, 07/10/2010 - 05:01

Deadline: December 18

Symantec will award Symantec Research Labs Graduate Fellowships to outstanding Ph.D. and M.S. students who meet the eligibility criteria listed below. A key goal of the program is to fund innovative research that has real-world value, in areas of Symantec's business interests in information security, availability, and integrity.

Fellowship participants also gain first hand research and development experience through guidance and mentorship from a top scientist of Symantec Research Labs during the fellowship period. Each participant is also encouraged to spend a summer working with their mentor at Symantec on a research project in their area of interest.

Provisions of the Award

  • In the US, the fellowship award will cover 100% of tuition and fees for the recipient's graduate school in the US. A stipend is provided to cover living expenses while in school
  • In Europe, a stipend is provided to cover research and living expenses while in school.
  • Mentors from Symantec Research Labs are paired with award recipients. The mentor is a top researcher who can provide ongoing technical guidance on the recipient's research, during their graduate training as well as during summer internships at Symantec.
  • All recipients will be encouraged to take a salaried summer internship with Symantec Research Labs (Mountain View, CA, Culver City, CA, or Sophia Antipolis, France).
  • Each recipient will be given a laptop preloaded with Symantec software.
  • Fellowships are awarded to recipients for one academic year and may be extended for a second year, based on the award recipient's continued exceptional academic standing, progress and achievement. Any such extensions will be granted solely at Symantec's discretion.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Applying students must attend a U.S. or European university in a Ph.D. or Master's program focused on technology research. Exceptional graduating undergraduate seniors may also apply and final award is contingent on their acceptance to a graduate program.
  • Preference will be given to students with a desire to work in an industrial research lab and those working on research projects likely to have real-world practical value to customers, in areas related to Symantec's businesses of information security, availability, and integrity.
  • Recipients will also be selected based on their overall potential for research excellence and their academic progress to-date as evidenced by publications.
  • The scholarship awards will be made through the university and are not transferable to another academic institution.

Required Application Information
Applications should be submitted as a single compressed file (.zip file) and must include the following:

  • A completed fellowship application form including a personal statement of research interests not to exceed 500 words. Applicants are strongly encouraged to articulate the practical value to customers of their proposed research areas.
  • A C.V. and thesis proposal (optional).
  • Three letters of recommendation from professors or industry researchers who can evaluate the applicant's scientific aptitude and potential for research (may be sent confidentially, please see application form for instructions).
  • Incomplete applications cannot be considered and we cannot guarantee notification of incompleteness. Please make sure applications are complete.

Application Dates and Process

  • Fellowship applications will be accepted beginning July.
  • Application deadline will be December 18.
  • As part of the application process, some candidates may be contacted for telephone interviews.
  • The final award decisions will be announced in February.

Contact detail: SRLFellowship@Symantec.com
Click here to visit Symantec Graduate Fellowships website

[USA] East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship

International Scholarships - Thu, 07/08/2010 - 05:01

Deadline: November 1

The East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship provides Master's and Doctoral funding for graduate students from Asia, the Pacific, and the U.S. to participate in educational and research programs at the East-West Center while pursuing graduate study at the University of Hawai‘i. Through East-West Center affiliation, awardees become part of a growing network of students and alumni forging the shape and substance of the world's most vibrant region.

Center fellowships are provided for degree study at the University of Hawai‘i and participation in the Center's international and intercultural programs. The Center and the University of Hawai‘i, located in a unique island setting with a distinctive multicultural heritage, offer premier resources for studies on Asia, the Pacific, and the U.S.

Degree fellows have opportunities to participate in graduate certificate programs offered in leadership studies, international intercultural studies, population studies and natural resource management that enhance their degree studies. Other opportunities include invited participation in the Center's research projects in several areas of international study including politics, governance and security; economics; environmental change; population and health; education; and Pacific islands development.

The East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship invites applications from:

  • Citizens or permanent residents of the United States
  • Citizens of countries in the Pacific and Asia, including Russia

The East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship provides funding toward:

  • Master's degrees (up to 24-month fellowship)
  • Doctoral degrees (up to 48-month fellowship)

General Requirements:

  • Applicants submit both the application for East-West Center Graduate Fellowship and the graduate admissions application to the University of Hawai‘i to the East-West Center Award Services Office. Applications must be postmarked by the November 1 deadline.
  • Applicants already enrolled as classified graduate students at the University of Hawai‘i submit only the East-West Center Graduate Fellowship application.
  • Required tests include the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) for applicants from non-English speaking countries, and the GRE or GMAT for all applicants as required by university departments.
  • Award recipients who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents must meet exchange visitor (J-1 visa) requirements.

Application forms and additional information may be obtained from:

GRADUATE DEGREE FELLOWSHIPS
Award Services Office
East-West Center
1601 East-West Road
Honolulu, HI 96848-1601
USA

Individuals who are citizens or permanent residents of the United States or a country listed below may apply for the East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowships:

  • Southeast Asia: Brunei, Burma, Cambodia, East Timor, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand Vietnam
  • East Asia: China (Hong Kong, Macau, Mainland, Taiwan), Japan, Korea, Democratic People's Republic of, Korea, Republic of, Mongolia, Russia.
  • South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Iran, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
  • Pacific Region: American Samoa, Australia, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, French Polynesia, Guam, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Niue, Northern Marianas, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Wallis & Futuna Islands.

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[Italy] 10 Plsces in PhD Programs and 5 PhD Scholarships

International Scholarships - Thu, 07/08/2010 - 05:01

Deadline: September 10, 2010

The University of Macerata announces a call for applications for 10 places in Phd programs within which 5 scholarships will be assigned to non-EU citizens.

The PhD courses are:

  1. PhD Course in Linguistic, Philological, Literary and Historical-Archaeological Sciences
    The course is organized in different curricula:
    • Interpretation, philology of text, history of cultural tradition
    • Modern and comparative languages and literatures
    • Greek and Latin poetry in the late ancient and medieval period
    • Linguistic history of Eurasia
  2. PhD Course In Human Sciences
    The course is organized in different curricula:
    • Theory of education
    • Technology of education
    • History of education
    • Philosophy and theory of human sciences
    • History of Philosophy
    • Psychology of communication and cognitive processes
    • Behaviour and social relations sciences
  3. PhD Course in Law Sciences
    The course is organized in different curricula:
    • Agricultural, food and environment law, national and international
    • Contract law
    • Law of administrative and executive procedures
    • Criminal law
    • International and European Union law
    • Comparative private law and private law in the European Union
    • European social law
    • Canonical and ecclesiastical law
    • History of law
    • Foundation of law and theories of social rights
  4. Phd Course in Economics and Management
    The course is organized in different curricula:
    • The European tradition of economic thought
    • Management and accounting
  5. Phd Course in Political and Social Sciences
    The course is organized in one curriculum:
    • History and theory of modern and contemporary constitutions

Admission Requirements and Applications

  1. Applications for the PhD positions are invited from candidates, regardless of age, who have:
    • an Italian 'laurea quadriennale' or 'specialistica' or 'magistrale' or equivalent degree qualification obtained abroad;
    • a statement attesting the knowledge of the Italian language (B1 level) or of the English language (B2 level).
  2. Candidates holding a foreign qualification, with the application form, must require the recognition of the equivalence of his/her own qualification certified by the University of Macerata, by the Teachers Committee, attaching to the application form the following documentation:
    • a copy of the degree certificate and its translation into Italian, authenticated by an Italian Consulate or Embassy in the country where the degree was issued
    • a transcript of all the examinations required by the degree programme, including the final marks obtained in each examination, along with its translation into Italian authenticated by an Italian Consulate or Embassy in the country where the degree was issued
    • declaration of equivalent value (Dichiarazione di valore)
  3. Candidates holding a degree awarded by Italian universities can produce a self-assessment concerning the knowledge of the Italian language.
  4. The call for admission is reserved to students who are non-EU citizen.
  5. Applications for admission to the selection process should be made using the application form attached at the end of this document. The application must be sent to the following address: Università degli Studi di Macerata – Area Ricerca Scientifica e Alta Formazione - Ufficio Scuola di Dottorato, Piaggia della Torre, 8 - 62100 Macerata - Italy by 2 p.m. September 10th, 2010 (applications arriving after the deadline will be disregarded, even if sent before the deadline).
  6. Candidates must also attach the receipt of payment of € 15 for expenses. Payment must be done in the following way: bank account no. 10250, payment to Università degli Studi di Macerata, at any branch of Banca delle Marche S.p.A. or money transfer, bank account no. 18057 at any Bank (IBAN G 06055 13401 000000018057 – SWIFT code BAMAIT 3AXXX), specifying 'Contributo spese concorsuali dottorato'.
  7. Each application for admission can refer only to one curriculum of PhD course.
  8. Applications that are not sign by the applicant, or not including personal data, or the required declarations, or the option of the curriculum PhD course to which the candidate seeks admission, or those received after the deadline will not be consider.
  9. The University Administration is not responsible for the loss of communication due to inaccurate address or candidate’s change of address or for communication delay due to the post office.

Scholarship

  1. The five top successful candidates will be awarded one annual scholarship of the amount of € 13,638.47 subject to tax deduction, according to the Italian Law.
  2. Candidates who already obtained a scholarship for the PhD course, not even for a single year, cannot receive another one.
  3. The winner of the scholarship loses the right if he/she does not express the acceptance within the term communicated from the Administration, in which case the scholarship will be offered to the next eligible candidate.
  4. The annual scholarship can be confirmed only after passing first year evaluation exams organised by the Teachers Committee.
  5. The differed payment of the scholarship will be made in bimonthly instalments starting from the beginning of the course activity, subject to a statement of regular attendance issued by Course Coordinator.
  6. The amount of the scholarship can be increased if candidates choose to spend some time studying in a foreign country.
  7. Candidates cannot receive other scholarships except for those granted by national or foreign institutions to integrate learning and research activities abroad.
  8. The scholarship is also incompatible with a gross personal income exceeding the amount of € 15,000 a year.
  9. Scholarship holders are exempted from paying the standard university tuition fees. They must, however, pay the contribution which covers the regional tax for the study right (€ 90) and of the obligatory civil insurance (€ 10), which amounts of € 100 for each year of the course, to be paid on enrolment.
  10. Benefitting from the scholarship there’s not represent a form of employment with University of Macerata.

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[Indonesia] Program Beasiswa S1 di New York University Abu Dhabi

International Scholarships - Tue, 05/04/2010 - 05:01

Tenggat: February 15, 2011

New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) memberikan beasiswa berdasarkan prestasi maupun latar belakang ekonomi yang dapat membiayai keseluruhan biaya pendidikan sarjana di NYU Abu Dhabi, yang meliputi:

  1. Biaya akademik Akomodasi: tempat tinggal, makan, dan biaya hidup
  2. Buku kuliah Biaya perjalanan akademik regional dan internasional
  3. Aktivitas Ekstra-kurikuler Biaya perjalanan pulang pergi antara Abu Dhabi dan negara asal (2X setahun)

Persyaratan Penerimaan dan Beasiswa

Proses penerimaan ke NYU Abu Dhabi sangat selektif. Calon siswa akan dipertimbangkan berdasarkan keseluruhan aplikasi mereka, termasuk prestasi akademik, kegiatan ekstra-kurikuler, surat rekomendasi dan minat untuk menjadi warga dunia di bidang pengabdian dan kepemimpinan di tingkat global

Anda adalah calon siswa yang potensial bila:

  • lulus dari sekolah menengah atas pada tahun 2011
  • secara akademik termasuk peringkat teratas di kelas atau sekolah Anda
  • aktif berorganisasi, di dalam maupun di luar sekolah
  • berprestasi di berbagai kompetisi
  • menunjukkan kualitas kepemimpinan dan wawasan berpikir yang luas

Jika Anda memiliki semua kualifikasi di atas, maka inilah saatnya untuk membuat salah satu keputusan terpenting dalam hidup Anda. Kirimkan aplikasi Anda ke NYU Abu Dhabi. Melalui NYU Abu Dhabi, Anda akan membekali diri dengan keahlian dan perspektif yang dibutuhkan untuk menjadi calon pemimpin di abad ke-21.

Waktu Pendaftaran
Batas waktu untuk memasukkan aplikasi penerimaan mahasiswa baru
Pendaftaran awal 1 November 2010
Pendaftaran reguler 1 Januari 2011

Batas waktu untuk memasukkan permohonan bantuan finansial / beasiswa
Pendaftaran awal 1 November 2010
Pendaftaran regular 15 Februari 2011

Aplikasi penerimaan untuk tahun ajaran 2011 akan tersedia mulai pertengahan tahun 2010.

Bila Anda mempunyai pertanyaan seputar NYU Abu Dhabi, silahkan klik di sini untuk melihat NYU Abu Dhabi Frequently Asked Questions.

Contact Person
Untuk informasi dan konsultasi lebih lanjut, silahkan menghubungi:

Kartika Kurniasari
Program Manager, NYU Abu Dhabi Global Outreach Partner
The Indonesian International Education Foundation (IIEF)
Menara Imperium, 28th floor, Suite A-B
Jl. HR Rasuna Said Kav.1 Jakarta 12980
Tel : 62-21-8317330
Fax: 62-21-8317331
E-mail: nyuad@iief.or.id

Website:
New York University Abu Dhabi
The Indonesian International Education Foundation

[Switzerland] IMD MBA Future Leaders Scholarships

International Scholarships - Tue, 05/04/2010 - 05:01

Each year IMD MBA Future Leaders Scholarships award three scholarships to candidates who demonstrate leadership understanding through an essay competition.

Amount: CHF 30,000

Geographical Region: Worldwide

Who can qualify: Accepted candidates who demonstrate exceptionally strong leadership potential

Criteria: Submitting an essay on: 'Leadership in an era of Globalization'
Include in your essay the criteria that you would use to select a future global leader, and why (maximum 750 words)

Deadline: September 30

Scholarship Conditions

Applicants must have been accepted into the IMD MBA program prior to their application.

Our scholarship applications are essay based, with winning essays typically including the following features:

  • Relevance to the essay title
  • Organization and structure
  • Fully developed arguments
  • Persuasiveness
  • Personal element and/or passion

IMD reserves the right not to award a scholarship if the criteria are not met to the satisfaction of the jury / sponsors.

Contact:
Scholarship essays, or questions, should be sent to mbafinance@imd.ch

Click here to read more information about IMD MBA Future Leaders Scholarships

[Indonesia] Postgraduate Courses DAAD Scholarship 2011/2012

International Scholarships - Tue, 05/04/2010 - 05:01

Deadline: July 29, 2010

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) - Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst – supports a range of postgraduate courses at German universities which aim at providing academically educated young professionals from Developing Countries with further specialized studies.

The DAAD supports these selected programs with a certain quota of scholarships and with financial assistance for a special tutoring system. At the end of the course (programs run 12 to 36 months, depending on the particular institution) participants can obtain an internationally recognized Master's or in some courses PhD degree.

Target Group:
University teaching staff, researchers and professionals holding an academic degree and with at least two years of experience in the public or private institutions in the following areas:

  • Economic Sciences / Business Administration/ Political Economics
  • Development Co-operation
  • Engineering and related sciences
  • Mathematics
  • Regional Planning
  • Agricultural and Forest Sciences
  • Environmental Sciences
  • Public Health / Veterinary Medicine / Medicine
  • Sociology and Education

Criteria for Applying:

  • Age limit: 36 years of age at the time of application (for some courses 32 years)
  • Degree: Bachelor or Master
  • GPA: min 2,75 for Master candidates (some study programs applied GPA more than 2,75. Please see the detail on the website of each study program) and 3,00 for Doctoral candidates
  • Work experience: at least two years after completing Bachelor degree.
  • Language skill:
    • For postgraduate courses held in English request an international TOEFL (minimum score: 550 paper based, 213 computer based, 80 internet based) or IELTS (band 6). Some courses may expect a different level. For detailed information see the website of the relevant course.
    • For postgraduate courses held in German: please see the details on the course list. Certain level of German language exam may be required before admission to the course.

Application documents (please set in the following order and DO NOT staple):

  1. DAAD Form (see the above information)
  2. Curriculum Vitae please use the Europass specimen form at europass.cedefop.europa.eu/
  3. A Statement of motivation for participation in the postgraduate courses with emphasis on the relevance to his/her occupation
  4. Two letters of recommendation of recent date, each from supervisor at your company/institution, and from your previous academic supervisor
  5. Confirmation of employment from the candidate's employer in the home country and where possible, guarantee of re-employment upon his/her return to the home country
  6. Academic Degree Certificate (certified copies of original) in Bahasa Indonesia and English/German translation
  7. Academic transcript, covering the complete duration of academic studies (certified copies of original) in Bahasa Indonesia and English/German translation
  8. Secondary School Leaving Certificates/ijazah SMA, including note of UAN (certified copies of original) in Bahasa Indonesia and English/German translation
  9. Language certificate:
    • for course held in English: TOEFL or IELTS scores
    • for course held in German: please see the website of the relevant course

Important Notes:

  1. You may apply only two study programs offered by this scholarship program. Prior to the application you are strongly recommended to visit the website of the study programs of your choice. If you find information about GPA, TOEFL, application deadline, etc. that do not match the DAAD pre-requisites, you must fulfill the pre-requisites from the study program.
  2. All papers must be submitted in triplicate (1 original, 2 copies). Applications, which do not clearly specify the desired degree course, or those that are not complete in all respects, cannot be processed, and will not be considered.
  3. Only complete applications will be sent to Germany. The selection at the respected universities will be held in September 2010 until the middle of February 2011. During those times it is possible for some applicants to be contacted by the university to conduct a telephone interview.
  4. We are very strict about the deadline. If you think that you won't be able to submit your application (the hard copy) to the DAAD Jakarta due to the application deadline (29th July 2010), please submit it directly to the chosen study program. You will find the address at their websites.
  5. Result of the scholarship: only those who are granted the scholarship will be notified via E-mail by the DAAD headquarter. You will then obtain the original scholarship documents from the DAAD Jakarta.

You are suggested to apply online. However you must send the printed form together with other application documents (triplicate) via post to the DAAD Jakarta Office before the deadline. The instruction on how to apply online is available at here

If you encounter problem with internet connection during the online application, you can obtain the DAAD form here (PDF)

Information

DAAD Jakarta Office
Summitmas I, Lt. 19
Jl. Jenderal Sudirman Kav. 61-62
Jakarta 12190

Consultation hours: Monday – Thursday, 1:30pm – 4:00pm
Contact person: Ms. Dwi Nurlianti/Ms. Muji Rahayu
Phone: (021) 520 0870 / 525 2807
Fax: (021) 525 2822
E-mail: info@daadjkt.org

Click here to download Postgraduate Courses DAAD Scholarship 2011/2012 (PDF)
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[Ireland] M.Sc. in International Politics Scholarship from Trinity College Dublin

International Scholarships - Sat, 05/01/2010 - 05:01

Deadline: June 1, 2010

Department of Political Science, School of Social Science and Philosophy Trinity College Dublin, Ireland announcing a new M Sc programme in International Politics (Scholarships available)

Candidates should have an undergraduate degree from an established college or university.

A background in a social science will be an advantage but not a necessity. Applicants are expected from candidates with a single or joint honours degree in Political Science, Economics, European Studies, History, Sociology, Business and Law. Other subject areas will also be considered.

The course is of twelve-months duration, on a full-time basis. Teaching starts in the autumn and the M.Sc. concludes with the submission of a dissertation the following September.

Applicants must, in addition to the College requirement to provide academic transcripts and two letters of recommendation, provide a motivation letter and one piece of written work (for example an undergraduate dissertation or essay).

Students must also fulfill the College entry requirements and international students must also fulfil the international student requirements.

Regarding English language requirements, if the applicant has not been educated through the medium of English, the applicant will need a minimum of the listed score on one of the following exams:

  • IELTS: Grade 6.5
  • TOEFL: 88 - iBT, 230 - Computer based, 570 - paper based
  • Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English: Grade C
  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: Grade C

Prospective students should apply online at www.pac.ie. More details of the application procedure can be found on the Graduate Studies webpage: www.tcd.ie/.../howtoapply

To apply, the applicant must first fill out an application on the PAC system and then send supporting documents to the PAC address in Galway.

While most of the application is completed online, after applying applicants are requested to send hard copies of the following materials to the PAC office in Galway: writing sample (e.g. term paper or chapter of undergraduate thesis), Curriculum Vitae (CV), transcript (non-TrinityCollege Dublin applicant; applicants who have still to graduate must send in this on receipt), evidence of English language competency, references, and a personal statement. Your receipt at the end of the online process will highlight which items you must post in.The department cannot review the applications until the supporting documents are received by PAC. Do not send the supporting documents to the Department.

Applications for entry in September 2010 are now open. Applications will be considered at the end of each calendar month thereafter, until the course is full. You are encouraged to apply early as competition for places is intense. The closing date for applications is June 1, 2010.

Scholarships
Merit-based scholarships are available for the incoming cohort of Masters students that will begin their studies in September 2010. One full-fees scholarship (EU or non-EU fees as relevant to the beneficiary) will be awarded for this Masters programme. The scholarships are for fees only, and do not cover living or other expenses. The Department will also offer a limited number of partial fee awards.

To be considered for a scholarship, applicants must first apply to the Masters programme online through PAC and then send their supporting documents to the Galway office specified on the PAC website. In addition to the regular application procedure through the PAC system, applicants who wish to be considered for the scholarships must also fill out the online scholarship application form (DOC) and email it to polsci@tcd.ie.

This online application form must be submitted after the applicant has summitted the primary application the PAC (with the supporting documents).

Applicants must submit the online scholarship application form by 1 May 2010 to be considered for a scholarship.

Scholarship Application

Enquiries
Enquiries may be directed to the Director of M.Sc. in International Politics, Dr William Phelan. Please read the frequently asked questions before contacting the course director.

Click here to read more information about M.Sc. in International Politics Scholarship from Trinity College Dublin

[England] International Masters Scholarship 2010 from University of Exeter

International Scholarships - Sat, 05/01/2010 - 05:01

Deadline: July 7, 2010

The University of Exeter has up to 15 full tuition-fee merit-based scholarships for International students commencing taught Masters programmes starting in October 2010.

These scholarships are open to applicants interested in programmes from the following Schools only.

  • Biosciences (two available)
  • Education (one available)
  • Geography (two available - one each for the Exeter and Cornwall campuses)
  • Humanities (three available)
  • Psychology (one available)
  • Sports and Health Sciences (two available)

All of these awards are aimed at International students with high academic ability (typically at least an upper second class honours or international equivalent). Applicants who require pre-sessional English will be considered but will have a lower priority for an award than those applicants who already satisfy the University's English language requirements. Preference will be given to those who can demonstrate, through their application, the potential to progress to doctoral study at the University of Exeter.

Please note that a number of programmes are specifically excluded from these Scholarships:

  • Masters in Public Administration (MPA) within Humanities
  • Masters by Research (MA or MSc) are excluded as they offer the opportunity to pursue a one year research project without a taught element.
  • All Business School Masters are excluded from this Scholarship Scheme.

How to Apply

Students should send a completed application form by email to imss@exeter.ac.uk or by fax to +44 (0) 1392 263039 to arrive by 7 May 2010 at the latest. Please note applications will only be considered from candidates already holding an offer (either conditional or unconditional) from the University and who are classified as an International student for fee purposes.

Successful applicants will be advised of the University's decision by 14th June 2010 including any conditions for the award of the Scholarship (e.g. degree classification). Successful candidates will need to notify us of their acceptance of the Scholarship and return their deposit within three weeks of receiving our decision.

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European School of Management and Technology (ESMT) Scholarships

International Scholarships - Sat, 05/01/2010 - 05:01

European School of Management and Technology (ESMT) offer a number of merit-based scholarships for applicants to the the Full-time MBA program commencing January 2011 and the Executive MBA program beginning October 2010.

Scholarships will be allocated on the basis of intellectual excellence, evidence of personal and professional achievement and evidence of strong leadership potential as well as superior interpersonal skills.

The scholarships are restricted to self-funded candidates and will be accounted for against the applicant's program fees. Applicants must meet ESMT's general admission requirements.

ESMT would like to highlight the following scholarship opportunities:

  • Global Women's Scholarship
  • ESMT Americas Scholarship
  • ESMT Central and Eastern Europe Scholarship
  • ESMT Africa Scholarship
  • ESMT Middle East and Central Asia Scholarship
  • ESMT Asia Scholarship
  • ESMT Academic Excellence Scholarship
  • QS ESMT Diversity Scholarships

Global Women's Scholarship
ESMT offers special full-tuition scholarship to female candidates for the Executive MBA program 2010-2012 and the Full-time MBA program 2011 who demonstrate outstanding professional and academic merit.

Program: Executive MBA and Full-time MBA

Number of scholarships available: one for Executive MBA, two for Full-Time MBA

Value: up to € 25,000 (Executive MBA), full tuition (Full-time MBA)

Eligibility:
Female candidates who have been accepted either to the ESMT Full-time MBA and who fully rely on self-funding. Candidates must demonstrate financial need.

Requirements:
The scholarship will be granted to those female candidates who demonstrate outstanding leadership potential, as displayed in essays submitted in the completed online application and supporting documents, as well as a strong performance in the admission interview.

ESMT Americas Scholarship
ESMT awards one prestigious scholarship to an outstanding male or female candidate applying to either program from a Latin or North American country.

Program: Executive MBA and Full-time MBA

Number of scholarships available: one for each program

Value: up to € 25,000 (Executive MBA); € 25,000 (Full-time MBA)

Eligibility:

  • Candidates with permanent residence in any South, Central or North American country
  • Candidates are expected to prove their strong intention to promote business development and pursue professional options in Latin and/or North America

Requirements:
Candidates are required to submit a scholarship essay along with their complete application to the Full-time MBA program. Candidates will be expected to actively promote the school in the respective regions throughout and after their studies, e.g. by participating in the ESMT mentoring program.

ESMT Central and Eastern Europe Scholarship

ESMT awards one prestigious scholarship to an outstanding male or female candidate applying from a Central or Eastern Europe country.

Program:Executive MBA and Full-time MBA

Number of scholarships available: one for each program

Value: up to € 25,000 (Executive MBA); € 25,000 (Full-time MBA)

Eligibility:

  • Candidates with permanent residence in a Central or Eastern European country: Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Belarus, Moldova, Ukraine, Russia, Serbia, Slovenia, Croatia, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Montenegro, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Albania, Romania, Bulgaria
  • Candidates are expected to prove their strong intention to promote business development and pursue professional options in Central and Eastern Europe within a reasonable timeframe after completion of the program.

Requirements:
Candidates are required to submit a scholarship essay along with their complete application to the ESMT Full-time MBA program. Candidates will be expected to actively promote the school in the respective regions throughout and after their studies, e.g. by participating in the ESMT mentoring program.

ESMT Africa Scholarship

ESMT awards one prestigious scholarship to an outstanding male or female candidate applying to either program from an African country.

Program:Executive MBA and Full-time MBA

Number of scholarships available: one for each program

Value: up to € 25,000 (Executive MBA); € 25,000 (Full-time MBA)

Eligibility:

  • Candidates with permanent residence in any African country
  • Candidates are expected to prove their strong intention to promote business development and pursue professional options in Africa within a reasonable timeframe after completion of the program.

Requirements:
Candidates are required to submit a scholarship essay along with their complete application to the ESMT Full-time MBA program. Candidates will be expected to actively promote the school in the respective regions throughout and after their studies, e.g. by participating in the ESMT mentoring program.

ESMT Middle East and Central Asia Scholarship

ESMT awards one prestigious scholarship to an outstanding male or female candidate applying to either program from a Middle Eastern or Central Asian country.

Program: Executive MBA and Full-time MBA

Number of scholarships available: one for each program

Value: up to € 25,000 (Executive MBA); € 25,000 (Full-time MBA)

Eligibility: Candidates with permanent residence in Lebanon, Turkey, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Iran, Iraq, Syria, Jordan, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Oman, UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar

Requirements:
Candidates are required to submit a scholarship essay along with their complete application to the ESMT Full-time MBA program. Candidates will be expected to actively promote the school in the respective regions throughout and after their studies, e.g. by participating in the ESMT mentoring program.

ESMT Asia Scholarship

ESMT awards one prestigious scholarship to an outstanding male or female candidate applying to either program from an Asian country.

Program: Full-time MBA

Number of scholarships available: two

Value: € 25,000

Eligibility: Candidates with permanent residence in a South or East Asian / Australasian country

Requirements:
Candidates are required to submit a scholarship essay along with their complete application to the ESMT Full-time MBA program. Candidates will be expected to actively promote the school in the respective regions throughout and after their studies, e.g. by participating in the ESMT mentoring program.

ESMT Academic Excellence Scholarship

ESMT offers special-tuition scholarship to male and female candidates applying to the ESMT Full-time MBA program with an exceptionally strong GMAT score and a record of academic excellence at undergraduate level.

Program: Full-time MBA

Number of scholarships available: two

Value: € 25,000

Eligibility: All candidates with a GMAT score of 700+ are eligible to apply

Criteria:
Candidates are to provide proof of a valid GMAT score (not older than five years) and a short essay (max. 300 words) stating why they qualify for this scholarship.

QS ESMT Diversity Scholarships

Program: Full-time MBA

Number of scholarships available: two

Value: € 25,000

Eligibility:

  • Attendance at least one QS MBA Tour event in 2009 or 2010
  • Candidates possessing more than 3 years of work experience at the time of program start, GMAT score beyond 650
  • Candidates must demonstrate a clear interest in responsible leadership and sustainable development and technology.

Criteria:
Applications for this Scholarship are accepted exclusively by QS. Please apply by visiting www.topmba.com.

Notes
Candidates are to submit an essay on the topic "Describe one event from your professional life where you challenged mainstream thought in a group setting, and describe the outcome, positive or negative" (max. 300 words) along with their complete application to the Full-time MBA program.

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[Australia] Endeavour Awards 2010

International Scholarships - Thu, 04/29/2010 - 05:01

Deadline: July 31, 2010

The Endeavour Awards is the Australian Government's internationally competitive, merit-based scholarship program providing opportunities for citizens of the Asia-Pacific, Middle East, Europe and Americas to undertake study, research and professional development in Australia. Awards are also available for Australians to undertake study, research and professional development abroad.

Applicants for the second round of the 2010 Endeavour Awards will be advised of the outcome of their application in April 2010.

The 2011 round is now open and will close on 31 July 2010.

Please go to Apply Now for further details on how to apply for a 2011 Endeavour Award.

For detailed information on eligibility requirements, Award values, list of participating countries and other important information please see the Applicant Guidelines.

You should download these Guidelines and ensure you read and understand them before starting your application.

The Endeavour Awards are a part of the Australia Awards initiative which was announced by the Prime Minister in November 2009. The Australia Awards have been established to maximise the benefit to Australia of its extensive scholarship programs, and to support enduring ties between Australia and our neighbours.

The Australia Awards will bring together the international development awards administrated by the Australia Agency for International Development (AusAID) and the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations' (DEEWR) Endeavour Awards under a single recognisable brand. The Australia Awards are being progressively phased in commencing in 2010.

Further information is available at www.AustraliaAwards.gov.au.

[India] India Merit Undergraduate Scholarships 2010

International Scholarships - Thu, 04/29/2010 - 05:01

Deadline: July 2, 2010

There are three India Merit Undergraduate Scholarships, available for Indian students starting their undergraduate degree studies in September 2010.

Each scholarship is worth £6,500 of your undergraduate course tuition fee per year. The scholarships will take the form of a fee reduction.

To be eligible for the India Merit Undergraduate Scholarships 2010 (£6,500) applicants must be an Indian national or permanently domiciled in India, apply for a study place by 25 June 2010 and hold an offer of a study place for entry in September 2010.

The India Merit Undergraduate Scholarships 2010 are awarded on the basis of academic merit.

If you wish to be considered for this scholarship you need to apply. Eligible students will automatically be sent details of how to apply from January 2010 onwards.

Applicants cannot apply for the scholarship before being offered a study place at Sheffield.

The deadline for applications is Friday 2 July 2010.

India Merit Undergraduate Scholarships 2010 – Sheffield University, UK

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[England] University College London Scholarships

International Scholarships - Thu, 04/29/2010 - 05:01

Deadline: July 7, 2010

University College London Scholarships give two scholarships that are African Graduate Scholarships and CIHD Virtual Scholarship

African Graduate Scholarships:

Application deadline for scholarship is on May 14, 2010

Co-funded by:

  • CP Charitable Trust African Graduate Scholarship
  • Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust African Graduate Scholarship

The scholarships exist to support African nationals with a high-quality academic and professional background who wish to further develop their skills and knowledge in their specific field. The Scholarship is a one-off award for the academic year September-September.

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

  • The candidate must be an African national and a permanent resident of an African nation.
  • The candidate must have made an application to UCL to study for a full-time postgraduate programme at the Centre for International Health and Development for the coming academic year.
  • The scheme offers a substantial scholarship towards UCL tuition fees and some living costs. Therefore, the candidate must arrange for and obtain additional funding for their subsistance cost while livig in the UK. The candidate must also be able to provide evidence that he/she has secured other sources of funding for travel and living costs.
  • Please also see the guidelines and application procedures
  • Download a scholarship application form
  • Applications must be received at CIHD by the specified deadline (for the academic year 2010-11)

CIHD Virtual Scholarship:

CIHD offers a limited number of partial scholarships of £1,500 for MSc applicants from overseas and £1,000 for PG Diploma applicants from overseas. These scholarships are paid towards tuition fees only and are not awarded for living/subsistence costs.

Eligibility:
Available to suitably qualified applicants who have been given and have accepted an unconditional offer from UCL but are having some difficulty in obtaining full scholarships.

If you feel you are eligible for this scholarship please:

  • Write a two page statement of the value of this course to your personal development in your chosen field of work.
  • Write a statement of funding applications you have made.
  • Provide details of any sponsorships you have been awarded and
  • Please return these along with a completed Scholarship application form by 10th July 2010.

Click here for further scholarship information and application

[Indonesia] Beasiswa untuk Mahasiswa Institut Teknologi Bandung

International Scholarships - Tue, 04/27/2010 - 17:14

Deadline: April 30, 2010

Sebagai Institusi Pendidikan Tinggi yang menjalankan misi untuk menghasilkan lulusan yang 'berakhlak tinggi, berkarakter luhur, mempunyai jiwa kepemimpinan, mampu dan mau membangun negara dan menjaga keutuhan bangsa', sesuai dengan ketetapan senat ITB no. 22 tanggal 30 Oktober 1999, ITB menawarkan beberapa jenis beasiswa bagi para mahasiswanya, yang dikoordinasi oleh Lembaga Kemahasiswaan (LK) ITB.

Tujuan dari pemberian beasiswa tersebut adalah :

  1. Mendorong kemajuan studi mahasiswa untuk dapat lulus tepat waktu,
  2. Mendorong meningkatkan prestasi mahasiswa baik dalam bidang akademik maupun non akademik,
  3. Penghargaan atas prestasi dan dedikasi pada pendidikannya,
  4. Menumbuhkan rasa kepedulian terhadap masyarakat umum.

Seorang mahasiswa ITB dapat menerima beasiswa karena kekurangmampuan ekonominya, atau prestasi yang diraihnya selama mengikuti pendidikan di ITB. Untuk jenis beasiswa ekonomi, mahasiswa pemohon beasiswa harus berasal dari keluarga yang kurang mampu, dengan melampirkan surat keterangan penghasilan orang tua atau wali yang disahkan oleh lembaga yang berwenang. Sedangkan jenis beasiswa ekonomi yang ditawarkan oleh ITB dapat berupa Beasiswa Biaya Hidup, Beasiswa Biaya Pendidikan (bebas BPP), Beasiswa Tugas Akhir, dan/atau Beasiswa Pondokan.

Selain itu, ITB juga memberikan Beasiswa Penghargaan. Beasiswa ini merupakan penghargaan ITB atas prestasi yang telah dicapai mahasiswa, baik prestasi kurikuler maupun prestasi ekstra dan kokurikuler. Beasiswa ini diberikan kepada lulusan TPB terbaik (10 mahasiswa), mahasiswa peraih Indeks Prestasi (IP) tertinggi (untuk setiap program studi, diberikan kepada 1 orang mahasiswa di tingkat 2 dan 1 orang mahasiswa di tingkat 3), mahasiswa berprestasi utama (mahasiswa dengan IPK > 3,0 dan berprestasi menonjol dalam kegiatan ekstrakurikuler /kokurikuler), dan Beasiswa Karya Ilmiah, bagi mahasiswa yang melakukan penelitian atau memiliki karya ilmiah/karya profesional.

Untuk dapat memperoleh beasiswa, ada beberapa persyaratan umum yang harus dipenuhi oleh mahasiswa pemohon beasiswa, yaitu :

  1. Mahasiswa ITB yang terdaftar pada semester yang sedang berjalan
  2. Tidak terkena kasus/sanksi akademik, maupun sanksi administrasi dari ITB
  3. Mengikuti prosedur yang berlaku di ITB
  4. Memenuhi persyaratan dan lolos seleksi penilaian
  5. Bersedia mengikuti ketentuan yang diminta oleh pemberi beasiswa
  6. Khusus untuk jenis beasiswa ekonomi, mahasiswa pemohon harus melampirkan surat keterangan tidak mampu, dilengkapi dengan surat keterangan penghasilan orang tua atau wali yang disahkan oleh lembaga yang berwenang

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