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Wednesday, 29 March 2017

UNU-IIST PhD Scholarships for International Students

 
Brief description:
The United Nations University International Institute for Software Technology (UNU-IIST) calls for applications for its 5 PhD programmes which start in September 2012 and January 2013.
Host Institution(s):
UNU-IIST (United Nations University International Institute of Software Technology), University of Pisa
Field(s) of study:
PhD programme in Information and Communication Technology for Sustainable Development with the following research topics:
Number of Scholarships:
One scholarship is available for each position except for Software Engineering in Healthcare which offers 2 scholarships
Target group:
The scholarships are open to all international students
Scholarship value/inclusions:
The duration of the study and the scholarship is 42 months, of which at least 6 months will be spent in Pisa, Italy.
Monthly stipend will be USD 1,000 during the stay in Macau and USD 1,500 during the stay in Pisa. Health insurance is provided free of charge. During the stay in Macau accommodation (except utility costs) is also provided free of charge.
Eligibility:
Candidates for the PhD positions must have been awarded a Master degree in Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Software Engineering, Computer Science or other discipline with a large ICT component, with strong academic records.
Please see the specific selection criteria of each position by going to the call for applications pages (see above).
Application instructions:
UNU-IIST is not currently accepting applications for admission to the double degree PhD Programme in ICT for Sustainable Development for the fall 2013 term.  Please check back with the official website in December of this year for further developments.
Early 2013 Applications for PhD Scholarship in Analytical Models for Learning Processes in FLOSS Communities is now open. Applicants must have been awarded or should plan to be awarded the required Master degree no later than 7 December 2012.  Deadline for scholarship applications is 15 November 2012.
Details about the application procedure and the admission requirements are in the PhD General Call for Applications available at this page.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website:  http://iist.unu.edu/academic-programs/phd-program

Tuesday, 28 March 2017

Amelia Earhart Fellowships for Women

 
Brief description:
Established in 1938 in honor of famed pilot and Zontian, Amelia Earhart, the Amelia Earhart Fellowship is awarded annually to 35 women pursuing Ph.D./doctoral degrees in aerospace-related sciences or aerospace-related engineering at any university or college offering accredited post-graduate courses and degrees in these fields.
Host Institution(s):
Any university or college offering accredited post-graduate courses and degrees in the eligible fields. See the list of Universities/Colleges/ Institutions by Country where Fellows attended.
Field(s) of study:
PhD/doctoral degrees in aerospace-related sciences or aerospace-related engineering. Please note that post-doctoral research programs are not eligible for the Fellowship.
Number of Scholarships:
35
Target group:
Women of any nationality
Scholarship value/duration:
The fellowship is worth US$10,000.  Note that previous Amelia Earhart Fellows are not eligible to apply to renew the Fellowship for a second year.
Eligibility:
Women of any nationality pursuing a Ph.D./doctoral degree who demonstrate a superior academic record in the field of aerospace-related sciences or aerospace-related engineering are eligible. Applicants must be registered in a full-time Ph.D./doctoral program when funds are received in September and must not graduate before April 2018.
Members and employees of Zonta International or the Zonta International Foundation are also not eligible to apply for the Fellowship.
Application instructions:
Applications are currently closed.
Applications for the 2017 Fellowships must be received or post-marked by 15 November 2016 to be considered. It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:

Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships for Women

 
Brief description:
The Faculty for the Future program, launched in 2004, awards fellowships to women from developing and emerging economies to pursue PhD or Post-doctorate studies in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines at leading universities worldwide.
Host Institution(s):
Approved leading universities worldwide
Field of study:
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
Number of Awards:
Not specified
Target group:
Women from developing and emerging economies
Scholarship value/inclusions/duration:
Faculty for the Future grants are based on actual costs for eligible expenses up to a maximum of USD 50,000 per year and may be renewed through to completion of studies subject to performance, self-evaluation, recommendation from supervisors and strong evidence of re-integration plans into the home country.
Eligibility:
To be eligible to apply for this Fellowship applicants must meet the following criteria, you:
• are a female and are a citizen of a developing country or emerging economy*. You are not eligible to apply if you hold dual citizenship of which one is citizenship of a developed country. (N.B. If you have been awarded a Faculty for the Future grant and after the award you obtain citizenship of a developed country, the grant will be discontinued as of the date of such additional citizenship);
• are preparing for a PhD degree or post-doctoral research in the physical sciences, engineering, technology and related disciplines. Awards in biological sciences are limited to interdisciplinary research between physical and biological sciences. The Faculty for the Future program does not fund Master level studies;
• are enrolled, admitted or have applied to a host university/research institute abroad (applications are no longer accepted where a candidate has not yet applied to a university). If you are applying for a sandwich course the final degree must be awarded by the Host University abroad (i.e., not from the home country university);
• hold an excellent academic record
• have a proven track record of teaching experience or can demonstrate commitment to teaching
• can demonstrate active PARTICIPATION in faculty life and outreach programs to encourage young women into the sciences
• are willing to contribute to the socio-economic development of your home country and region by strengthening the faculties in your home university, pursuing relevant research, or using your specific expertise to address public policy matters.
If you do not meet the above criteria, please DO NOT apply for a grant, as your application will not be retained in the selection process.
Application instructions:
Applications are currently closed.
Applications are only accepted through the on-line system. Applications will be accepted from 12 September until 18 November 2016 for the 2017-2018 Fellowships.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.facultyforthefuture.net/

Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships

 
Brief description:
Each year, the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation awards up to fifteen doctoral scholarships to Canadian and foreign doctoral candidates pursuing research related related to humanities and social sciences.
Host Institution(s):
Participating Canadian Univeristies
Level/Fields of study:
PhD Research Programme related to Humanities and social sciences, specifically one or more of the following areas: Human Rights and Dignity, Responsible Citizenship, Canada in the World and People and their Natural Environment
Number of Awards:
Up to 15
Target group:
Canadian citizens or permanent residents
Scholarship value/inclusions/duration:
The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation scholarships provide $40,000 per year for three years, $20,000 per year for three years (as research and travel allowance) and an opportunity for a fourth year: writing or dissemination scholarship, among other benefits. Please see the official website for complete scholarship benefits.
Eligibility:
  • • Full-time first or second year students registered (or in the process of registering) in a doctoral program in the humanities and social sciences; and
  • • Canadian citizens or permanent residents registered full-time in a doctoral program in Canada, or Canadian citizens registered full-time in a doctoral program outside of Canada. Up to one scholar in four per given year may be a foreign national registered full-time in a doctoral program at a Canadian institution. This applies in particular to students from emerging nations.
Application instructions:
Applications are currently closed.
Candidates must be nominated by the Canadian or foreign institution where they wish to study or are currently studying.  Internal university deadline varies but is around Fall of 2016.  The Foundation deadline for receiving files from universities is before 9 December 2016. 
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:

Edinburgh Global Research Scholarships

 
Brief description:
The University of Edinburgh will offer 30 scholarships for PhD Research Programme in any field of study offered by the University for the 2017-2018 academic session.
Host Institution(s):
University of Edinburgh, UK
Level/Field of study:
PhD Programme in any field of study offered at the University
Number of Awards:
30
Target group:
International students
Scholarship value/duration:
Each scholarship covers the difference between the tuition fee for a UK/EU graduate student and that chargeable to an overseas graduate student. The awards do not cover maintenance expenses.
Subject to satisfactory progress, the awards are tenable for up to three years.
Eligibility:
Applicants must be liable to pay tuition fees at the rate applicable to overseas students and must have already applied for admission to a full-time PhD research programme of study.
Application instructions:
Applications are currently closed.
To apply for a scholarship, you must first apply for admission for a PhD programme at the University of Edinburgh. Eligible applicants should complete an online scholarship application by 1 February 2017.  Please note you will not be able to access the online application form unless you have applied for admission.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship and to access the online application form.
Website:

Eiffel Scholarships in France for International Students

 
Brief description:
The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Programme was established by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Development to enable French higher education establishments to attract top foreign students to enrol in their master’s and PhD courses.
The scholarship programme funds master’s courses lasting between 12 and 36 months and offers funding for PhD students to spend ten months in France through joint supervision or dual enrolment.
Host Institution(s):
French Universities and Academic Institutions
Level/Field(s) of study:
Master’s degree programme or in a PhD programme (under joint supervision or dual enrolment, in partnership with a foreign higher education establishment) in three main fields: engineering science at master’s level (science in the broadest sense at PhD level), economics and management and law & political sciences.
Target group:
International students
Scholarship value/inclusions/duration:
For Master’s level studies, the Eiffel scholarship includes a monthly allowance of €1,181 (a maintenance allowance of €1,031 and a monthly stipend of €150) and can be awarded for 12-36 months.  For PhD level studies, the Eiffel scholarship includes a monthly allowance of €1,400 and is awarded for a maximum of ten months.
In addition, the programme meets various expenses including international return trip, social security cover, and cultural activities. Scholarship holders may also receive an additional housing allowance, under certain conditions.
Tuition fees are not covered by the Eiffel Programme.
Eligibility:
Nationality: This programme is reserved for candidates of non-French nationality. Candidates with two nationalities, one of which is French, are not eligible.
Age: For master’s courses, candidates must be no older than 30 on the date of the selection committee meeting, 6 March 2017; at PhD level, candidates must be no older than 35 on the date of the selection committee meeting, 6 March 2017
Origin of applications: Only applications submitted by French educational establishments are accepted. These establishments undertake to enrol scholarship holders on the course for which they have been selected. Applications submitted by any other means shall not be considered. Furthermore, any candidate nominated by more than one establishment shall be disqualified.
Courses of study: Scholarships are for students wishing to enrol on a master’s course, including at an engineering school, and for PhD students. The Eiffel Programme does not apply to French-run master’s courses abroad, as non-PhD scholarship holders must complete at least 75% of their course in France. It does not apply to training under an apprenticeship contract or a professional training contract either.
Combination with other scholarships: Foreign students who, at the time of application, have already been awarded a French government scholarship under another programme are not eligible, even if the scholarship in question does not include social security cover.
For Eiffel PhD Scholarship: Establishments may nominate a candidate who was previously awarded an Eiffel scholarship at master’s level for a scholarship at PhD level. Candidates who have already been awarded an Eiffel scholarship once during their PhD cannot be awarded it for a second time. No application will be accepted for any student who applied previously but was rejected, even if the application is submitted by a different establishment or in another field of study.
For Eiffel Master Scholarship:  No application will be accepted for any student who applied previously but was rejected, even if the application is submitted by a different establishment or in another field of study. Students who have already been awarded an Eiffel scholarship at master’s level are not eligible to re-apply at master’s level.
Language skills: When pre-selecting non-French-speaking candidates, establishments must make sure that their language skills meet the requirements of the relevant course of study.
Students undertaking a course of study abroad take priority over those already living in France.
Application instructions:
Applications are currently closed.
Applications are not accepted from students directly. Applications for EIFFEL scholarships are submitted by French Higher Education Institutions. You must apply and meet the requirements of the French Higher Education Institution in order to be considered for the scholarship.  The deadline for applications to Campus France is 6 January 2017. Application deadline to participating French Institutions is earlier and falls around November-December 2016.
It is important to read the Eiffel Programme Guide and the Application Guide and visit the official website (link found below) to access the online application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.campusfrance.org/en/eiffel
Related Scholarships: List of France Scholarships

Vice Chancellor’s International Scholarship for Research Excellence at University of Nottingham

 
Brief description:
The University of Nottingham offers scholarships for outstanding international students who wish to pursue a PhD or MPhil research programme at the University.
Host Institution(s):
University of Nottingham, United Kingdom
Level/Fields of study:
Full-time Research Degree Programme, PhD or MPhil, in any subject area* offered by the Faculties of Arts, Medicine and Health Sciences, Science, and Social Sciences at the Nottingham Campus. Each faculty has research priority areas; please check with individual faculties regarding their areas of research. 
*Engineering research students should apply for the Dean of Engineering Research Scholarship for International Excellence.
Number of Awards:
38
Target group:
Students classified as ‘overseas’ for fee purposes
Scholarship value/duration:
The scholarships cover the full tuition fee.   The scholarships are for up to each of 3 years of a research programme, subject to satisfactory progress.
Eligibility:
You can apply for this scholarship if you:
  • • are classed as an overseas student for fee purposes AND
  • • already hold an offer to start a full-time research degree programme, PhD or MPhil, at the Nottingham campus with a start date that falls between 1 October 2017 and 1 February 2018 (inclusive), in any subject area, excluding Engineering
Application instructions:
Applications are currently closed.
You must have applied and obtained an offer of study at Nottingham before applying for the scholarship. Application for admission to study at Nottingham must be received at least six weeks before the scholarship closing date to allow time for the Admissions office to process the application and confirm your offer, before you can apply for the scholarship.  The closing date for scholarships applications is 10 March 2017.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:

Singapore International Graduate Award

 
Brief description:
SINGA is an award given to international students with excellent academic undergraduate and/or master’s results, and strong interest in doing research leading to a doctorate (PhD) in Science and Engineering at a Singapore University. 
Host Institution(s):
The students can choose to do their research work mainly at the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), National University of Singapore (NUS), Nanyang Technological University (NTU) or the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD). 
Field of study:
PhD Progams in Science and Engineering
Number of Awards:
About 240 per year
Target group:
International students
Scholarship value/inclusions:
The award provides financial support for up to 4 years of PhD studies including full tuition fees, monthly stipend, settlement allowance, and airfare grant.
Eligibility:
•  Open to all international students
•  Graduates with a passion for research and excellent academic results
•  Good skills in written and spoken English
•  Good reports from academic referees
Application instructions:
Applications are done online. Deadline for August 2017 intake was 1 January 2017. Deadline for January 2018 intake is 1 June 2017.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website:  https://www.a-star.edu.sg/singa-award/
Related Scholarships: Singapore Scholarships

UBC Graduate Global Leadership Fellowships for Developing Country Students

 
Brief description:
The Graduate Global Leadership Fellowships enable promising leaders from developing countries to pursue doctoral studies at UBC. The fellowships are to support international students showing outstanding leadership in humanitarian and development work in their home country.
Host Institution(s):y
University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada
Level/Field of study:
PhD or DMA programs offered at the University. Fellows would be supported to pursue research and study that would enhance and support contributions already made and which would be of particular use when they return home to apply their new gained skills and/or knowledge.
Number of Awards:
Two new fellowships will be offered each year.
Target group:
Scholarship value/duration:
The scholarship value is $18,200 per year plus tuition for four years.
Eligibility:
Applicants must:
  • • Hold a study permit at the beginning of the fellowship funding period
  • • Be a citizen of a developing country (see list of developing countries) at the time of application for admission
  • • Have shown outstanding leadership in humanitarian and development work in their home country
  • • Be starting a PhD or DMA program at the UBC Vancouver campus in January 2017, May 2017, or September 2017
  • • Be starting their first doctoral degree
  • • Students with external funding (external scholarships, third-party sponsorship, etc.) are eligible to apply, but if successful, recipients will have their Graduate Global Leadership Fellowship funding reduced by the amount of their external funding
Application instructions:
Applications are currently closed.
Students complete application form and request supporting documents (transcripts, letters of reference – see application form for details). Students submit their application package to their UBC graduate program – applications submitted directly to the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies will not be accepted. Students are advised to verify their graduate program’s deadline well in advance, which is most likely in February 2017.
Application packages must be received by the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies from the UBC graduate programs by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, 10 March 2017.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the nomination package/application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:

JFUNU Scholarships for PhD in Sustainability Science

 
Brief description:
The Japan Foundation for UNU (JFUNU) Scholarship is available for outstanding applicants from developing countries who can demonstrate a need for financial assistance and who are granted admissions to the PhD Programme in Sustainability Science at United Nations University Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability (UNU-IAS).
Host Institution(s):
United Nations University Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability (UNU-IAS)
Level/Field(s) of study:
PhD Programme in Sustainability Science
Number of Scholarships:
Limited
Target group:
Citizens of developing countries  listed in the latest OECD DAC list
Scholarship value/duration:
The scholarship provides a monthly allowance of 120,000 JPY for living expenses for a maximum of 36 months. Travel costs to and from Japan, visa handling fees, and health/accident insurance costs must be covered by the student. The tuition fees are fully waived for the scholarship recipients
Eligibility:
Applicants for the PhD in Sustainability Science are required to have met ALL of the following requirements by the application deadline in order to be considered:
1. Strong interest in sustainability studies;
2. Demonstrated commitment to study and understand global issues;
3. A completed Master’s degree in disciplines related to sustainability studies and a minimum of 2 years of practical field experience related to UNU-IAS research themes
OR Two completed Master’s degrees, at least one of which must be in disciplines related to sustainability studies;
4. A GPA of 3.5 or above on a 4.0 scale on at least one of the Master’s degrees earned; and
5. English language proficiency
Eligibility Requirements for the scholarships:
  1. Applicants must be from developing countries* who can demonstrate a need for financial assistance.
  2. Applicants who are currently living in Japan under a working visa are NOT eligible for the scholarship.
  3. Applicants who want to pursue a second PhD degree at UNU-IAS are not eligible for the scholarship.
Application instructions:
To apply, you must complete the online application form. Application deadline is 28 April 2017.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and  for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:

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    Macquarie Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships

     
    Brief description:
    The Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship provides a partial tuition fee scholarship for outstanding students to study an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Macquarie University North Ryde campus.
    Host Institution(s):
     Macquarie University North Ryde Campus in Australia
    Levels/Fields of study:
    Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programmes in priority areas: Engineering, Environment, Human Science, Media, Linguistics, and Education
    Number of Awards:
    Not specified
    Target group:
    International students from a country other than ASEAN, a European country, Mongolia, Australia or New Zealand
    Scholarship value/duration/inclusions:
    The scholarship amount is varied up to AUD$10,000  and will be applied towards your tuition fee.  It is not renewable.
    The scholarships DO NOT provide financial support in the form of a living allowance, nor does it provide for the cost of visa application, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), airfares, accommodation, conferences or other costs associated with study.
    Eligibility:
    Applicants must:
    • Have citizenship of a country other than ASEAN, a European country, Mongolia, Australia or New Zealand.
    • Have met the University’s academic and English requirements for the course to be considered for a scholarship (must hold a full offer of admission for North Ryde by the application deadline).
    • Have achieved a minimum GPA of 5.0 out of 7.0 for Postgraduate applications and minimum requirement of an ATAR equivalent of 90 out of 100 for Undergraduate applications.
    • Have applied for a program that is longer than one Session in duration.
    • Commence study in session and year indicated in the scholarship offer letter.
    • Have applied for a course which has a full-time study load.
    • Commence study in the semester and year indicated in their offer of Scholarship. Commencement may not be deferred.
    See the full eligibility criteria at the official website.
    Application instructions:
    Applicants must complete an online course application form and an online scholarship application form.  A Macquarie University Student Number (which you will receive once your course application has been processed) is compulsory to submit the online scholarship application form.  The next application deadline is 30 June for Session 2 intake (July).
    It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application forms and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
    Website:

    Monday, 27 March 2017

    ADB Scholarships at University of Auckland

     
    Brief description:
    The ADB-Japan Scholarship programme aims to provide an opportunity for well-qualified citizens of ADB’s developing member countries to undertake postgraduate studies in economics, management, science and technology, and other development-related fields at participating academic institutions in the Asia-Pacific region. The University of Auckland is one of the participating academic institution.
    Host Institution(s):
    University of Auckland, New Zealand
    Field(s) of study:
    The University of Auckland programmes covered by this scholarship scheme are limited to the following:
    • Master of Public Health
    • Master of Science (Environmental Science)
    • Master of Arts (Development Studies)
    • Master of International Business
    • Masters Programmes in Engineering
    Number of Scholarships:
    Not specified
    Target group:
    Nationals of an ADB borrowing member
    Scholarship value/inclusions:
    The ADB-JSP provides for the scholar’s tuition fees, airfare to and from Auckland, basic cost of living, health and medical insurance, and a special grant for thesis preparation (for scholars engaged in research).
    Eligibility:
    You must:
    • • Be a national of an ADB borrowing member. For a list of current developing member countries visit ADB – Japan Scholarship Programme.
    • • Have gained admission to an approved masters at an approved academic institution.
    • • Have a bachelors degree or its equivalent with a superior academic record.
    • • Have at least two years of full-time professional work experience (acquired after a university degree) at the time of application.
    • • Be proficient in oral and written English communication skills to be able to pursue studies.
    • • Be under 35 years old at the time of application. In exceptional cases, for programmes which are appropriate for senior officials and managers, the age limit is 45 years
    • • Be in good health.
    • • Agree to return to your home country after completing the programme.
    Application instructions:
    Only after you have gained admission to an eligible postgraduate programme listed above for the 2018 intake and received an Official Offer of Place from the University of Auckland can you apply for the scholarship. Thus, you must first apply for admission ONLINE as an international applicant for one of the eligible programmes.
    To apply for the scholarship, you will need to complete and submit the Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship application form and either post or courier with all required documents to the University. Applications for 2018 intake will close on 20 July 2017.
    It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
    Website:

    Bristol University International Office Scholarships

     
    Brief description:
    For 2017 entry, The University of Bristol is offering six International Office Scholarships for prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students.
    Host Institution(s):
    University of Bristol, United Kingdom
    Field of study:
    Any full-time Undergraduate or Postgraduate programme offered at the University
    Target group:
    International students
    Scholarship value/inclusions:
    The scholarships will be awarded as a one off tuition fee reduction:
    • 1st place – 1 scholarship of £12,000
    • 2nd place – 2 scholarships of £10,000
    • 3rd place – 3 scholarships of £8,000
    Eligibility:
    Eligible students:
    •  All applicants must be classed as overseas students for fee purposes.
    • All applicants must already hold an offer of a place on a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate programme at the University of Bristol.
    •  Applicants may be from any discipline.
    •  Sponsored students and students in receipt of another scholarship/award over £3000 are not eligible to apply.
    •  Current University of Bristol students are not eligible to apply.
    Application instructions:
    Submit a video (.mov, .mp4, .m4v, .wmv, .flv) of no more than 1 minute showcasing whatcommunity means to you. The university will be judging videos primarily on content and secondarily on aesthetics. Please submit your video to the International Office of Bristol by email. For identification purposes, please include your application/UCAS number in the body of the email.  The deadline for applications is Friday, 09 June 2017 (17:00 UK time).
    It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
    Website:
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