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Friday, 10 February 2017

Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme for International Students

 
Brief description:
Established in 2009 by the Hong Kong Research Grants Council (RGC), the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme aims to attract outstanding students in the world to pursue their PhD degree programmes in Hong Kong’s institutions.
Host Institution(s):
The HKPF supports the awardees to pursue their PhD studies at UGC-funded institutions in Hong Kong:
Level/Field of study:
Eligible PhD Programmes offered by participating institutions. For details of PhD programmes offered by individual institutions, please refer to their respective websites (links found above).
Number of Awards:
More than 230 PhD Fellowships will be awarded in the 2017/18 academic year
Target group:
International students
Scholarship value/inclusions/duration:
The Fellowship provides an annual stipend of HK$240,000 (approximately US$30,000) and a conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$10,000 (approximately US$1,300) per year to each awardee for a period of up to three years.
Eligibility:
Those who are seeking admission as new full-time PhD students in UGC-funded institutions of Hong Kong, irrespective of their country of origin, prior work experience and ethnic background, should be eligible to apply.
Applicants should demonstrate outstanding qualities of academic performance, research ability/potential, communication and interpersonal skills, and leadership abilities.
Application instructions:
Applications are currently closed.
Eligible candidates should first make an Initial Application online through the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme Electronic System (HKPFSES) to obtain an HKPFS Reference Number by1 December 2016 at Hong Kong Time 12:00:00 before submitting applications for PhD admission to their desired universities.
It is important to read the how to apply page and visit the official website and the specific websites of the participating institutions (links found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website:  http://cerg1.ugc.edu.hk/hkpfs/index.html

IO-MBA Program Scholarships at University of Geneva

 
Brief description:
The IO-MBA program and the University of Geneva have introduced a new scholarship program in September 2016 entering into force from the 2017-2018 intake. This scholarship program has the objective to encourage and facilitate the participation of candidates coming from abroad to Geneva, candidates coming from low and middle income countries as well as candidates working in a Nonprofit Organization.
Host Institution(s):
University of Geneva, Switzerland
Level/Field of study:
International Organizations Master’s in Business Administration
Number of Awards:
Not specified
Target group:
International candidates, candidates from developing countries, and candidates working in a Nonprofit organization.
Scholarship value/inclusions:
The scholarship amount varies from 5,000-7,900 CHF
Eligibility:
Geneva University Accommodation Scholarship
Based on a combination of academic merit and financial need. This scholarship is depending on the availability of rooms and granted on a ‘first come first serve’ basis.
IO-MBA Scholarship
Based on a combination of academic merit and financial need. This scholarship is depending on the availability of funds.
Priority Countries Scholarship
‘Statement of honor’ describing your personal financial situation, copy of your passport, proof of residence. This scholarship is depending on the availability of funds.
Scholarship for Partner IOs & NGOs
Statement from the employer attesting your place of work.
Application instructions:
Applications are currently closed.
Each type of scholarship is available on a limited number and candidates who are willing to apply for it are encouraged to submit their application by 15 November (Round 1). Candidates can apply for two types of scholarships at the same time, knowing that the Admission Committee will grant, if possible, the most beneficial scholarship.
It is important to visit the official website  for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website: http://iomba.ch/financial-aid-scholarships/

Thursday, 9 February 2017

2017 Future Global Leaders Fellowship

 
Brief description:
Freshmen students are invited to apply to the 2017 Future Global Leaders Fellowship, an internationally competitive program granting first generation and low-income students entry into the Fortis Society – the world’s first private network for diverse leaders. This program has gathered students from leading universities worldwide including; Harvard University, the University of Oxford, Sciences Po, and Peking University.
Host Institution(s):
Future Leaders Foundation in USA
Level/Field of study:
Leadership Training and Fellowship
Number of Awards:
Not specified
Target group:
Freshmen students who will be the first in their families to attend university and/or low-income students
Scholarship value/inclusions:
All programme costs are covered the by the Future Leaders Foundation.
(1) Mentorship from world renowned professionals;
(2) Three-week Intensive leadership training;
(3) Funding and support for an internship abroad;
(4) Customized career advice and tools;
(5) Access to an influential international network – the Fortis Society
Eligibility:
Applicants must be:
(1) First-Year undergraduate students
(2) Be the first in their families to attend university and/or Low-Income students
(3) Have a track record of academic excellence and leadership
(4) Have limitless global ambition
(5) Have a strong desire to join the Fortis Society
Application instructions:
Applications are done online before 31 January 2017.
It is important to read the official website thoroughly and download the Honor Pledge, theSample Application, and the Resume Template before you start the application.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.futureleaders.org/about-the-fellowship/

United World Colleges (UWC) International Youth Scholarships

 
Brief description:
UWC is the only global educational NGO that brings students together from all over the world, selected from within their own countries, on merit and regardless of race, religion, politics, and the ability to pay. These students come together at one of thirteen UWC schools and colleges  that aim to foster international understanding and peace.
The UWC scholarship programme ensures diversity through selection on potential and merit.  Many students attend UWC with full or partial scholarships and UWC national committees allocate scholarships as part of the selection process.
Host Institution(s):

Curriculum:
UWC schools and colleges currently follow one of three models:
•  Colleges which offer a two year pre-university diploma, the International Baccalaureate (IB). See IB Diploma for more information.
•  Schools which offer the IB Diploma within the context of a larger school, providing students of other ages the opportunity to gain a UWC experience. See students aged 2 – 16 for more information.
•  A three year tertiary level agricultural and training programme, taught at Simón Bolívar UWC of Agriculture in Venezuela. See Agricultural training for more information.
Number of Awards:
Not specified.

Target group:
UWC is open to international students who looking for either a pre-university education or a tertiary agricultural course in a multi-cultural, values based environment.


Scholarship value/inclusions:

It is UWC’s goal that it will meet 100% of student need and they are actively fundraising to achieve this aim.  Many students have attended UWC with full or partial scholarships.

Eligibility:
Colleges teaching a two-year pre-university diploma
Students interested in the pre-university diploma will normally be aged between 15 and 17 years old at the application stage and have already completed 10 or 11 years of formal education. Students are normally 16 or 17 when they start at a UWC college. Academic requirements vary from country to country.
The teaching language of these colleges is English, with the exception of UWC Costa Rica which is bilingual – Spanish and English.  Previous knowledge of the teaching language is not usually necessary. The colleges will offer support if you do not have previous language knowledge.
Younger students
•  UWC South East Asia – (Ages 4-18). For details on how to apply and entry requirements (this will open a new window  on the UWC South East Asia website)
•  Waterford Kamhlaba UWC – (Ages 11-18) for details on how to apply and entry requirements (this will open a new window on the Waterford UWC website)
•  UWC Maastricht – (Ages 2-18). For details on how to apply and entry requirements emailinfo@uwcmaastricht.com
The teaching language at these three schools is English.
Agricultural training
Simón Bolívar UWC is a tertiary agricultural college and to be eligible to apply students are normally between the ages of 17-18 and are already high school graduates. The teaching language at Simón Bolívar UWC is Spanish.


Application instructions:

The application process and deadlines are set by national committees and vary from country to country, so please contact the national committee in your country for more information on how the selection process works in your country.  Each UWC national committee tailors the application process and deadlines to the local education system and culture to ensure it is relevant and appropriate.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Contact information:
If you have further questions, please contact your national committee.  Find your national committee by selecting your country from the list.

Website:

NFP Scholarships for Action Learning Leadership Programme (ALLP) at Business School Netherlands

 
Brief description:
The Action Learning Leadership Programme comprises of the first phase of the International Action Learning MBA, BSN’s “flagship” Masters programme awarded with American (ACBSP) and Swiss (eduQua) accreditation status. Students will receive the first phase certificate of the MBA.
Participants will focus on improving their decision-making, creativity and other managerial skills, while learning to analyse their own organisation, develop inspiring new insights and finalise a development plan for themselves as well as their own organisation.
Host Institution(s):
Business School Netherlands is a registered Dutch University of Applied Sciences.
Field of study:
Diploma in Leadership, Business Management, Business Administration, Organisational Management, Strategic Management, Entrepreneurship
Number of Awards:
Not specified
Target group:
Highly motivated international managers and (trainee) managers living and working in one of the51 NFP countries.
Scholarship value/inclusions:
For successful applicants, the NFP scholarship will cover the full tuition fee, international flights and accommodation while at the international conferences, local transfers, meals and prescribed text books.
Eligibility:
Who can apply?
•   Managers and entrepreneurs who want to develop themselves and their company/ institution
•   Be in a management or supervisory position
•   Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent diploma
•   Have a minimum of two years appropriate and relevant post graduate work experience
•   Should the applicant’s mother tongue not be English he/she will require a TOEFL or IELTS language test result. The minimum pass mark for TOEFL is 550 (paper); 213 (computer) or 79/80 (internet based) and IELTS 6.0.
Applicants without a Bachelor’s degree can be accepted when they have at least six to seven years working experience at Bachelor’s level.
Application instructions:
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) or contact them directly at international[at]bsn.eu. for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship and to access the online application form.
Website:

University of Bologna Study Grants for International Students

 
Brief description:
The University of Bologna awards 40 study grants to deserving international students who wish to register for First, Single, and Second Cycle Degree Programmes at the University of Bologna for A.Y. 2017/2018.
Host Institution(s):
University of Bologna, Italy
Field(s) of study:
First, Single, and Second Cycle Degree Programmes offered at the University.
Number of Scholarships:
40 scholarships: 8 for First Cycle and Single Cycle degree programmes and 32 for  Second Cycle degree programmes
Target group:
International students whose qualifications were obtained in an institution outside of the Italian education system
Scholarship value/duration:
Each study grant amounts to a total of €11,059 and is awarded for one academic year.
Eligibility:
Application is open exclusively to candidates who are in possession of all the following requirements:
1) the qualifications for admission to the chosen First, Single or Second Cycle degree programme were obtained in an institution outside of the Italian education system, after at least two years of attendance. If the qualification for admission is a one year title, the prior qualification will be considered too. Qualifications issued by institutions of the Republic of San Marino do not satisfy this condition. Applicants’ citizenship is not considered;
2) they fulfil the access requirements foreseen for the chosen degree programme or will fulfil such requirements at the time of registration;
3) they are not students at the University of Bologna of First, Single or Second Cycle degree programmes.
4) they have not already benefited from the study grant Unibo Action 2.
5) they are not 30 years or older on the deadline of this call.
You will also need to sit one of the following tests by the application deadline: 
– SAT (if you are interested in registering in a First or Single Cycle Degree Programme)
– GRE (if you are interested in registering in a Second Cycle Degree Programme)
Application instructions:
The 2017/18 call for applications will open in January 2017.
Applications must be submitted from 20 January 2016 at 12.00 pm to 31 March 2016 at 5.00 pm (CET), exclusively via Studenti Online as explained in the call for applications.
It is important to read the 2016/17 Call for Applications and visit the official website (link found below) to access the online application system and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
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    New Zealand Development Scholarships (NZDS)

     
    Brief description:
    The New Zealand Development Scholarships (NZDS) offers the opportunity for international students from selected developing countries to study in New Zealand to gain knowledge and skills through post-graduate study in specific subject areas that will assist in the development of their home country.
    Host Institution(s):
    Levels/Fields of study:
    Depending on the country you are from, New Zealand Development Scholarships are available for the following level of studies: Postgraduate Certificate (6 months), Postgraduate Diploma (1 year), Masters Degree (1 – 2 years) or PhD (up to 3.5 years).
    Preferred fields of study are those that are most relevant to the development needs of your country (i.e. renewable energy, agriculture development, disaster risk management, private sector development, public sector development).  Find out the preferred subjects for your country.
    Target group:
    The scholarships are open to citizens of Africa, Asia, Latin America and Carribbean. Please see the complete list of eligible countries.
    Scholarship value/inclusions:
    The scholarships include full tuition fees, a living allowance (paid fortnightly), an establishment allowance, medical and travel insurance, travel between your home country and New Zealand at the start and end of your scholarship, home leave or reunion travel for some eligible scholars, pastoral and academic support at your institution, and assistance with research and thesis costs for most postgraduate research students.
    Eligibility:
    Applicants must meet the following conditions to be eligible for a New Zealand Scholarship:
    • Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the time of commencing your scholarship.
    • Be a citizen of the country from which you are applying for a scholarship and have resided in that country for at least the last two years.
    • Not a citizen or permanent resident of any the following countries: New Zealand, Australia, Israel, South Korea, Japan, USA, any European Union country, Qatar, United Kingdom, Canada, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. (Note: This criteria does not apply to people from Niue, Cook Islands, Tokelau who are New Zealand citizens, and it also does not apply to NZ-Samoan dual citizens.)
    • Meet the academic entry requirements (including English language ability) for your preferred programme of study and institution. Refer to the website of your preferred institution to confirm entry requirements.
    • Have at least one year full time (two-year’s part time) work experience relevant to your career and/or preferred qualification unless you are applying straight from school or during my first year of tertiary study (for countries offered undergraduate study).
    • Agree to return to your home country for a minimum of two years on completion of the scholarship.
    For full eligibility details check the eligibility criteria page.
    Application instructions:
    Applications can be done online or paper-based depending on your country. Applicants from countries that are eligible for both online or paper-based applications, can apply from 1 February until 15 March 2017 (12pm NZ Time) while applicants from eligible countries that can only apply online can do so from 16 February until 30 March 2017 (12pm NZ Time).  See theapplication schedule to know which countries can apply during which application period.
    It is important to visit the country-specific pages and the official website (link found below) to access the online application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship and .
    Website:
    Related Scholarships: List of New Zealand Scholarships

    Endeavour Vocational Education and Training (VET) Scholarship in Australia

     
    Brief description:
    The Endeavour VET Scholarship provides financial support for international applicants to undertake VET at a Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree level in any field in Australia for up to two and a half years. VET provides occupational or work-related knowledge and skills. The courses are directly related to a trade, occupation or ‘vocation’ in which the applicant participates. These courses exclude degree and higher level programmes normally delivered by universities.
    Host Institution(s):
    Universities or Higher Educations Institutions in Australia.
    Level/Fields of Study:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree level in any field of study offered at Australian Universities
    Number of Awards:
    Not specified.
    Target group:
    Americas: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, French Guiana, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, United States, Uruguay, Venezuela.
    Asia: Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei Darussalam, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, China (People’s Republic), Hong Kong SAR, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea (Republic of Korea – South), Laos, Macau, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam.
    The Caribbean: Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Martinique, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago.
    Europe: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France (including Reunion), Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russian Federation, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom (including Northern Ireland).
    Middle East: Afghanistan, Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Yemen.
    Pacific: Fiji, French Polynesia, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia (Federated states), Nauru, New Caledonia, New Zealand* (including Cook Islands, Niue and Tokelau), Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Wallis and Futuna.
    Scholarship value/inclusions/duration:
    The scholarship value is up to $131,000. It includes travel allowance ($AUD 3,000), establishment allowance ($AUD 4,000), monthly stipend ($AUD 3,000; up to maximum programme duration on a pro-rata basis). Health and travel insurance will also be provided.  It will also include tuition fees up to the maximum study duration (up to $6,500 per semester).
    The scholarship duration is 1 – 2.5 years.
    Eligibility:
    To be eligible for Endeavour Vocational Education and Training (VET) Scholarship, applicants must:
    •  be aged 18 years or over at the commencement of their programme
    •  be a citizen and/or permanent resident of a participating country (see above)
    •  commence their proposed programme after 1 January 2017 and no later than 30 November 2017. Applicants who have already commenced or will commence their intended programme prior to 2017 are not eligible to apply
    •  provide all relevant supporting documentation
    • not currently hold or have completed, since 1 January 2015, an Australian Government sponsored scholarship and/or fellowship (directly administered to recipients by the Australian Government)
    •  not apply for a category in which they have already completed an Endeavour Scholarship or Fellowship.
    Application instructions:
    Applications for the 2018 round of the Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships are expected to open in April 2017. Please check the Endeavour Scholarship and Fellowships website closer to April 2017 for further information.
    As part of the eligibility requirements, Endeavour Vocational Education and Training Scholarship applicants must attach a formal admission letter from their proposed Australian institution. A conditional admission letter will be accepted at the time of application. Commencement must be for the 2017 academic year.
    Applications are submitted through the Endeavour Online (EOL) system. The deadline for 2017 Round is 30 June 2016.
    It is important to read the 2017 Endeavor Application Guidelines and visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
    Website:

    University of the People Online Tuition Free Degrees

     
    Brief description:
    University of the People (UoPeople) is the world’s first non-profit, tuition-free, accredited online university dedicated to opening access to higher education globally. Using open-source technology, Open Educational Resources, peer-to-peer learning, and the assistance of academic volunteers, UoPeople is designed to provide access to university studies for qualified high school graduates, despite financial, geographic, societal or personal constraints. In February 2014, UoPeople received accreditation from the Distance Education Accrediting Commission, a U.S. Department of Education authorized accrediting agency.
    UoPeople offers associate and bachelor degree programs in business administration, health science and computer science, as well as an MBA program. The University has partnered with leading academics to provide high quality academic instruction and with international companies such as Microsoft and HP for internships, mentoring and career services to prepare the UoPeople student for employment following graduation.
    Host Institution(s):
    With a convenient virtual web address, the University of the People is accessible anytime, anywhere with any internet connection. UoPeople academic leadership comes from top universities such as Harvard, Yale, NYU, Cambridge, Oxford and many more. UoPeople has partnered with Yale University for research and New York University.
    Fields of study:
    UoPeople offers associate and bachelor degree programs in business administration, health science and computer science, as well as an MBA program.
    Target group:
    Students from all over the world. Currently the university has students from over 200 countries.
    Scholarship value/inclusions:
    University of the People is an American online university offering distance-learning courses. University the People is a tuition-free, non-profit institution. The University does not charge students to take classes, does not charge for any reading and other study materials, as well as does not charge for annual enrollment.
    In order to remain sustainable, University of the People charges processing fees per end-of-course-exam. These processing fees are collected towards the end of each course, and not at the start of your studies.
    However, for those individuals who are unable to afford even these minimal fees, UoPeople offers a variety of scholarship funds to cover all, or part, of the processing fees. These funds are designed to meet the unique and diverse needs of its students.
    Some of the scholarships can be found below:
    Fondation Hoffmann Scholarship – open to all students
    UoPeople General Scholarship – open to all students
    Vietnamese Scholarship Fund – students from Vietnam
    Eligibility:
    UoPeople accepts students who have graduated high school, have access to a computer and the Internet and have sufficient English skills to study at the University. Applicants need to complete the application requirements and undergo an application process in order to be accepted into the program.
    Application instructions:
    The admission process is administered in 5 terms annually.  The next deadline is 23 February 2017 for term starting 6 April 2017.  Interested applicants should apply today.
    For detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship and the University in general, please visit the official website.
    Website:
    Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.uopeople.edu
    UoPeople Full Scholarships List of all available scholarships: http://www.uopeople.edu/tuition-free/our-scholarships/

    ASEAN Scholarships for Indonesian Youth

     
    Brief description:
    The ASEAN Scholarships for Indonesia is tenable for 4 years (from Secondary Three to Pre-University Two) leading to the award of the Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education ‘Advanced’ (GCE ‘A’) Level (or equivalent) certificate.
    Host Institution(s):
    Selected secondary schools/junior colleges in Singapore
    Field of study:
    Unspecified
    Number of Awards:
    Varies from less than 5 to around 50
    Target group:
    Indonesian Youth
    Scholarship value/inclusions:
    • • Allowance of S$2,200 (Secondary) / S$2,400 (Pre-University) per annum with hostel accommodation
    • • Settling-in allowance of S$400 (once only)
    • • Economy class air passage to Singapore and back to home country upon completion of course
    • • Waiver of school fees (excluding miscellaneous fees)
    • • Waiver of GCE ‘O’ and ‘A’ Level examination fees (once only, if applicable)
    • • Subsidized medical benefits and accident insurance cover
    • • Bridging courses (if applicable, in Singapore before start of course)
    Eligibility:
    • • Nationals of Indonesia
    • • Born between 1993 to 1995
    • • Sat for 2009 SMP 3 National Final Evaluation Examination (UAN) and have done consistently well in school
    Application instructions:
    Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online using the online application system.  Application period is from 6 June to 15 July of each year. It is important to visit the website (found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
    Contact information:
    Ministry of Education, Singapore
    1 North Buona Vista Drive
    Singapore138675
    Tel: +65 68722220
    Fax: +65 67755826
    Website:
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