Tuesday, February 2, 2016
Full Tuition Fee LLM Scholarships, University of Warwick, UK
Full tuition fee scholarships are available for UK, EU andinternational students commencing LLM degree at University of Warwick – UK. There are 4 (four) scholarships available for new students with the most outstanding academic performance in law. Relevant subject degree and work experience will also be considered. Applicants must have already hold an offer from the School of Law, University of Warwick, and meet the English language requirements. Applicants do not need to submit separate application for the scholarship. Applicants only need to email application statement outlining the reasons why you deserve the scholarship (max. 500 words).Level of Education
Monday, February 1, 2016
Fully Funded Doctoral Scholarships in Engineering, Kochi University of Technology, Japan
Fully funded scholarships are available for all students commencingDoctoral degree (3 years) in 2016 at Department of Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Kochi University of Technology –Japan. The scholarships will cover your entrance examination fee, tuition fee, enrollment fee, monthly living expenses, travel expenses and initial living costs. The scholarships are for 1 year and can be extended up to 3 years subject to satisfactory progress. The program will be conducted in English. Applicants are expected to have high English proficiency.
Level of Education
Scholarships available for Doctoral degree only.
Subjects or Fields of Study
Scholarships available at the Department of Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering.
Amount of Scholarships
The scholarships will cover the following:
- Entrance examination fee, enrollment fee & tuition fee.
- Monthly living expenses
- Travel expenses and initial living costs for international studentsliving outside Japan.
Duration of Scholarships
Scholarships are available for 1 year and can be extended to up to 3 years, subject to satisfactory progress.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the scholarships, applicants must meet all the eligibility criteria below:
- Applicants must have completed Master degree before enrollment.
- Applicants must have excellent academic records from a reputable university.
- Applicants younger than 35 years old at the time of enrollment.
- Applicants must have high English proficiency.
- Applicants must have the knowledge required for the researchprojects.
- Applicants must meet all the entry requirements for the Doctoral degree program.
Number of Scholarships Available
Unknown. Please contact Kochi University of Technology for more info.
Nationality
Scholarships available for all students from any country. There is no restriction or nationality criteria.
Selection Criteria
Kochi University of Technology will examine all submitted documents carefully. This will be the first stage of the selection. Applicants who pass the first screening process will be invited for an interview, an English written exam, and a specialized academic written exam according to the field of research project you selected.
The interview process & place for international students will be announced later. For students from Japan, the interview will be conducted at Kochi University of Technology.
How to Apply
You must submit all the required documents by post. Please make sure you read all the guidelines available on their website before sending your applications.
Applicants must select the research project available from the research project list. The list is available on their website.
Application Deadline
The closing date for this scholarship is March 18, 2016 for academic year 2016 – 2017.
Please take note of the deadline. Late submissions will not be entertained!
Result Notification
The university will announce the result of the first screening process by the end of May 2016. Applicants will be notified individually.
Important Notes
- Students will have to work 50 hours every month for certain research project at Kochi University of Technology.
- Students must report their study progress and achievements to the Dean every semester.
- Students must publish 2 (two) or more high level reviewed papers
- visit official website: www.kochi-tech.ac.jp.
Sunday, January 31, 2016
Fully Funded Master Scholarships, Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, Canada
Fully funded scholarships are available for all students from any country commencing study in 2016 (academic year 2016 – 2017) atPerimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics – Canada. Scholarships available for Master degree program at Perimeter Institute. The scholarships will cover full tuition fees, stipend for living expenses, meals, accommodation, laptop, books, health insurance, etc. Scholarships are available for the duration of your study. This is a one year Master course in theoretical physics. Successful graduates will receive Master of Science in Physics and Perimeter Scholars International Certificate.
Level of Education
Scholarships available for Master programs only.
Subjects or Fields of Study
Scholarships available for theoretical physics program.
Amount of Scholarships
All successful candidates will receive full scholarships, such as:
- Full tuition fees
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Travel supplement
- Stipend for living expenses
- Laptop
- Books and materials
- Health insurance
Duration of Scholarships
Scholarships are available for the duration of your study: 1 year.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the scholarships, applicants must meet all the eligibility criteria below:
- Applicants must meet all the entry requirements for Master program.
- Applicants must meet English language entry requirement.
- Scholarships only available for new students. Current students are not eligible to apply.
Number of Scholarships Available
Up to 30 scholarships are available for academic year 2016 – 2017.
Nationality
Scholarships available for all students from any country.
Selection Criteria
Applicants will be assessed based on the followings:
- academic transcript, achievements and qualifications
- personal statement
- reference letters
- English language proficiency
- GRE (not required, but will take it into consideration)
How to Apply
You must apply online for the scholarship. There is no application fee!
Please read the guidance and terms of the scholarship program on their website.
Application Deadline
The closing date for this scholarship program is February 1, 2016.
Please take note of the deadline. Late submissions will not be entertained!
Result Notification
Please contact Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics for more info regarding the result.
Important Notes
- This scholarship program is very competitive, with over 400 applicants and only 30 spots available.
- Please read the guidelines available on their website for more info.
- English language certificate is important! They accept both TOEFL & IELTS
- visit official website:www.perimeterinstitute.ca.
Saturday, January 30, 2016
The Swedish Institute Study Scholarships
The Swedish Institute Study Scholarships (SISS) are awarded to students from selected countries for full-time master’s level studies in Sweden starting in the autumn semester 2016. The scholarships cover both living costs and tuition fees.
Accepted Subject Areas: About 600 different study programs at Swedish universities are eligible for a scholarship. Priority will be given to applicants choosing study programmes with an emphasis on gender equality, sustainable development, democracy, human rights or poverty reduction.
About Scholarship
The Swedish Institute Study Scholarships – SISS is the Swedish government’s international awards scheme aimed at developing global leaders. It is funded by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Sweden and administered by the Swedish Institute (SI),
TheScholarships target highly-qualified students and are awarded for studies in Sweden starting in an autumn semester. The scholarships are intended for full-time master’s level studies in Sweden and cover both living costs and tuition fees.
The Swedish Institute is looking for applicants who display both intellectual ability and leadership potential and welcome applications regardless of age, gender and religious beliefs.
Scholarship Offered Since: Longer than 2007
Eligibility Criteria:
The programme offers a unique opportunity for future leaders to develop professionally and academically, to experience Swedish society and culture, and to build a long-lasting relationship with Sweden and with each other.
Ideal candidates are ambitious young professionals with outstanding academic qualifications, demonstrated leadership experience and a clear idea of how a study programme in Sweden would benefit their country.
Applicants must be from an eligible country and have at least two years’ work experience. Applicants must display outstanding academic qualifications and leadership experience. In addition, applicants should show an ambition to make a difference by working with issues which contribute to a just and sustainable development in their country.
Number of Scholarships: Approximately 300 scholarships will be awarded
Scholarship Benefit
The scholarship covers both tuition fees (paid directly to the Swedish university/university college by the Swedish Institute) and living expenses to the amount of SEK 9,000 per month.
The scholarship period cannot be altered or extended beyond the study programme period, nor can the scholarship be transferred to a study programme other than the awarded one.
Duration of Scholarships
The scholarship is intended for full-time master’s level studies of one or two years, and is only awarded for programmes starting in the autumn semester. The scholarship is granted for one academic year (two semesters) at a time. It will be extended for programmes longer than two semesters, provided that the student has passed his/her courses/credits.
Eligible countries: International students especially from developing countries
To be taken in (country): Sweden
Application Deadline: The scholarship application consists of two steps, the first step will be open 1 December 2015 – 20 January 2016, followed by a detailed second step for successful candidates from the first step, 8–13 February 2016.
Scholarship offered annually? Yes
HOW TO APPLY
The application process consists of two steps. The first step will be an online application form from 1 December 2015 – 20 January 2016. Successful candidates will be notified in the beginning of February, and required to submit a detailed application for the second step 8 – 13 February 2016. The two-step application process aims at offering transparency in the selection criteria.
To be considered for a scholarship, you must first both complete your separate application to the master’s programme(s) before the university deadline of 15 January 2016, and pay your university admissions application fee (SEK 900) before 1 February 2016.
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Friday, January 29, 2016
SCHOLARSHIPS UNDERGRADUATE BACHELOR AND POSTGRADUATE MBA FINANCIAL AID
IFA Scholarships for fashion designers are open for its 2016 / 2017 academic session for applicants Globally. The International Fashion Academy offer scholarships for Bachelor Applicants and Postgraduate Applicants in various fashion design fields at IFA in France.
IFA Scholarships main purpose is not just serving as a trainee programme but it is a programme that prepers any desired applicants to achieve professional fashion design knowledge and skills in major fashion design industries in places like China, France, Turkey and Globally.
All scholarships are open to all domestic and worldwide scholars. All applicants to our scholarships at this level have to be higher institution graduates over 18 years of age. All candidates to our scholarships at this level must be bachelor graduates, alternatively, we accept candidates with history in business Administration, advertising and marketing, Media & Communication and Fashion Design Fields.
The International Fashion Academy Scholarship Eligibility for Undergraduate applicants;candidates are said to be that, applicants who desired to apply for the above named scholarship must be;
- Higher institution graduates over 18 years of age,
- A non-native English speaking applicant in which you are asked to provide a valid IELTS score of 6.0 / above alternatively a valid TOEFL score of 79 / above,
Note that for scholarship to cover the whole 3 years, candidates must be a higher institution graduate meaning that, applicants who desired to apply for the above named scholarship must be;
- A bachelor degree holder, preference would be given to candidates with background in Business Administration, Marketing, Media & Communication and Fashion Design related fields.
- At least 3 years of relevant working experience.
- Non-native English speakers need to provide an IELTS score of 7.0 or above, or a TOEFL score of 96 or above.
The IFA Scholarships are open for Domestic Applicants and International Applicants. The scholarship is for both Bachelors and Postgraduate applicants which could be taken in France.
The International Fashion Academy Scholarships entails with an award grants which worth a full 100% scholarship, half scholarship, a super scholarship of 5000 euros in cash.
Scholarship application due date slated for 31st March 2016.
How to apply for the IFA Scholarships 2016
Applicants are expected to submit 5 important document during their application process. Documents are listed below;
- CV
- Diplomas or Certificate of Registration from the high school
- Grades sheet
- Cover Letter
- An essay on the theme
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
Apply For UniCredit & Universities Crivelli Europe Scholarship, 2016-2017
Scholarship Description:
UniCredit & Universities Foundation offers one Crivelli Europe scholarship – 14th ed. aiming at young graduates in economics, banking or finance who wish to take PhD courses abroad at any university in the world starting from the academic year 2016/17. To pursue the long-standing tradition of UniCredit and reflect its European dimension, UniCredit & Universities Knight of Labor Ugo Foscolo Foundation announces the competition for one European scholarship, in memory of “Giovanna Crivelli”, a young UniCredit employee who died prematurely, aimed at training European researchers through courses of specialization abroad covering theoretical and empirical studies in the fields of economics, banking and finance.
The UniCredit & Universities Foundation awards a Europe scholarship for young graduates who wish to take PhD courses abroad at any university in the world starting from the academic year 2016/17.
The applicants must be either citizens of all 17 countries where UniCredit is present, with a degree from any university (also outside the geographical area of the Group) or citizens of any nationality with a degree from any European university within the geographical area of the Group. The scholarship amounts to €25,000 for the 2016-2017 academic year, renewable for a second year. All tuition fees for the duration of the scholarship will also be reimbursed. The application deadline is 15 November 2015.
Study Subject(s): Scholarship is awarded in the fields of economics, banking or finance.
Course Level: Scholarship is available to students for pursuing PhD program abroad at any university in the world.
Scholarship Provider: UniCredit & Universities Knight of Labor Ugo Foscolo Foundation
Scholarship can be taken at: Abroad
Course Level: Scholarship is available to students for pursuing PhD program abroad at any university in the world.
Scholarship Provider: UniCredit & Universities Knight of Labor Ugo Foscolo Foundation
Scholarship can be taken at: Abroad
Eligibility: To be eligible for the competition, applicants must be:
-either citizens of all 17 countries where UniCredit is present, with a degree from any university (also outside the geographical area of the Group) or
-citizens of any nationality with a degree from any European university within the geographical area of the Group;
-have obtained a degree (at least three years in duration) in the fields of economics, banking or finance, with a final top mark, since 30 September 2013; and
-must have good knowledge of the foreign language used in the university courses for which the scholarship will be spent.
-either citizens of all 17 countries where UniCredit is present, with a degree from any university (also outside the geographical area of the Group) or
-citizens of any nationality with a degree from any European university within the geographical area of the Group;
-have obtained a degree (at least three years in duration) in the fields of economics, banking or finance, with a final top mark, since 30 September 2013; and
-must have good knowledge of the foreign language used in the university courses for which the scholarship will be spent.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Citizens of all 17 countries where UniCredit is present (Austria, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Turkey and Ukraine) or students of any nationality with a degree from any European university within the geographical area of the Group are eligible to apply.
Number of award(s): There is a Europe scholarship available for undertaking PhD program.
Duration of award(s): The scholarship involves enrollment in and obligatory attendance of a PhD program, in line with the candidates’ academic career for the academic year 2016/2017, at any University in the world, and are renewable for a second year. 25% of the sum of the scholarships is paid in advance, 25% on confirmation of the beginning of attendance of the courses and the remainder in two equal deferred installments (one in January 2017 and one in April 2017), without prejudice to the possibility of the sums relative to the individual installments of university fees and any lodging expenses being paid in advance, upon documented request of the recipient.
What does it cover? The scholarship is worth € 25,000 (or equivalent). The sum includes travel expenses and health insurance, and is before tax. Appropriately documented university tuition fees will be paid by the Foundation. The Crivelli scholarship is incompatible with any other scholarship.
Selection Criteria: The Foundation’s Scientific Committee will be responsible for the selection procedure and will identify the winner of the scholarship. The Scientific Committee, appointed by the Foundation’s Board of Directors, is composed of academic experts in economics and finance from the main European countries. The Committee intends to give priority to suitable candidates who will start a PhD in the fall 2016. The Committee may call the candidates for an interview.
Notification: The winner will be selected by the Scientific Committee of the Foundation and will be announced by December 31, 2015.
How to Apply: Candidates may only apply online using the application available on the Foundation’s website. All the documentation accompanying the application must be submitted exclusively online in PDF format and must be written in English.
Online Application, Click Here
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 15 November 2015.
Further Official Scholarship Information and Application,Click Here.
Tuesday, January 26, 2016
About 1, 000 International Students are set to be shortlisted for Heinrich Böll Foundation International Scholarships for Undergraduates, Graduates, and PhD Students to study at Universities in Germany in 2016/17.
Course Areas: Any subject area is applicable.
The Heinrich Böll Foundation grants scholarships to approximately 1,000 undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral students of all subjects and nationalities per year, who are pursuing their degree at universities, universities of applied sciences (‘Fachhochschulen’), or universities of the arts (‘Kunsthochschulen’) in Germany.
Selection Criteria
Scholarship recipients are expected to have excellent academic records, to be socially and politically engaged, and to have an active interest in the basic values of the foundation: ecology and sustainability, democracy and human rights, self determination and justice.
Eligibility
The following general requirements apply to international student applicants (except EU citizens) who wish to study in Germany:
- You must be enrolled at a state-recognized university or college (e.g. Fachhochschule) in Germany at the time the scholarship payments begin.
- You should provide proof that you have already graduated with an initial professional qualification. This programme mainly supports students aiming for a Masters degree.
- You need a good knowledge of German, and require you provide proof of your proficiency. Please note that the selection workshop (interviews, group discussions) will normally be in German. Exceptions (interview in English) are, however, possible.
- Unfortunately, the current guidelines specify that the foundation cannot support foreign scholarship holders for stays abroad in third countries for more than four weeks.
- You should definitely apply for a scholarship before the start of your studies, in order to ensure long-term support and cooperation.
- The Heinrich Böll Foundation cannot award you a scholarship, if you are studying for a one-year Masters degree and were not previously supported by the foundation.
- Applications are possible before you begin your study programme or within the first three semesters.
- Applicants must provide proof that they have been accepted as a doctoral student by an institution of higher education in Germany or an EU country (for doctoral scholarship).
Number of Scholarships: Approximately 1000
Duration of Scholarship: Scholarship will be offered for the duration of the undergraduate, Masters or Doctoral programme
Eligible Countries: International Students
To be taken at (country): Universities, Universities of Applied Sciences, or Universities of the Arts in Germany
Application Deadlines: 2 September 2015 (Autumn) and 3 March 2016 (Spring)
Offered annually? Yes
How to Apply
The application form will be completed online; additional application documents will be submitted as PDF.
Sponsors: The Heinrich Böll Foundation, Germany
Monday, January 25, 2016
University of Toronto MCF Scholarship 2016/2017 for African Students
About Scholarship
If you are a student from Sub-Saharan Africa who has demonstrated your academic talent, are personally committed to giving back to your country, yet face significant economic barriers, then you are invited to apply to The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program.
The University of Toronto and The MasterCard Foundation are pleased to offer The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Toronto to develop Africa’s next generation of leaders.
Thanks to the Foundation’s visionary support, U of T can now provide 67 African students with one of the world’s top-ranked educations—in one of the world’s most multi-cultural cities. The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program opens up boundless opportunities for young Africans from economically disadvantaged communities, but with academic talent, potential to lead, and motivation to make a difference. As U of T graduates and global citizens, they will return to Africa with the tools to change lives within their communities and across borders.
Scholarship Offered Since: 2013/2014 academic year
Scholarship Type: Undergraduate Scholarships for African students
Selection Criteria and Eligibility
The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program is open to you if you are a resident and citizen of a Sub-Saharan Africa country. You must be a first-time applicant to the University of Toronto who has not yet begun university study elsewhere. If you are a transfer student, you are not eligible for the Program.
In order to be eligible, you must:
- be a resident and a graduating high school student of a country within Sub-Saharan Africa;
- demonstrate financial need correspondent to that of the lowest two quintiles of your country;
- have very strong academic results within your school system;
- have a record of leadership and extracurricular involvement;
- maintain a strong desire to return to Africa to assist and work towards enhanced regional socioeconomic development;
- be graduating from a recognized secondary school, or have completed the necessary academic requirements; and
- fulfill the necessary English requirements (dependent on country);
Please note that both academic and English requirements differ based on the country and educational system you are coming from.
Number of Scholarships: 67 scholarships will be offered throughout the life of the program
Value of Scholarship
If selected, you will receive a scholarship equivalent to the costs related to attaining a Bachelor’s degree, including travel, tuition, textbooks, housing, food, and living expenses. You will also receive financial, academic, social, and post-graduation support which will enable you to build experiences and competencies critical for academic success.
Duration of Scholarship: for a four-year undergraduate degree
Eligible Countries: Sub-Saharan Africa
To be taken at (country): University of Toronto. Canada
Application Deadline: 10 December 2015
Offered annually? Yes for the next 10 years
How to Apply
To apply for the scholarship and for admission, you must submit an online application.
A completed application includes the following components:
- A completed online application – all applicable sections must be filled out, including contact information, financial information, personal details and responses to essay questions.
- Financial documents – upload a scanned copy of financial documentation.
- Transcript – upload a scanned copy of your secondary school transcript and any other academic information.
- Two references – provide the names and contact details of two individuals who will serve as your referees. We will contact your referees directly and ask them to submit their letter of reference through a secure website.
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Sunday, January 24, 2016
5 Step Ways To Survive Schooling Abroad – Steps
1. Study the culture of the country in which you’re going to study extensively before you go. Talk to people from that country by joining a MeetUp group or asking your friends if they know anyone from there. When you know the holidays, worldviews, religion, history, values, and other information about a country’s people, you can better understand and appreciate your time there.
2. Plan your trip to the country before you start school as carefully as possible. Give yourself enough time to secure a visa, finances to live there, find accommodations, etc. Arrive in the country at least a week or two early to get your bearings. You’ll want to know where to purchase food and other daily necessities, where the nearest public transportation point is, how to find your classes when they start, get your class schedule, purchase textbooks, etc.
3. Relax. You want to enjoy your time in the country. Take trips around to check out the local scenery and historical points. Make friends from that country. Don’t get so worked up about school and your work that you miss out on the experience of living in another nation. Remember to actually live. Studying shouldn’t be your whole life.
4. Learn as much of the local language as possible. If your classes are in your native language, but the locals speak another language, it definitely makes the process of learning easier; however, daily conversations with people outside of the classroom can be difficult. Immersion is the best way to learn a language, so take advantage of your time there, and learn the local lingo.
5. Get a job if your visa allows you to. You’ll earn some extra cash for expenses, and you’ll also be able to get a better idea of what life is really like for local residents.
In the end, it’s important to fully experience life outside of your textbooks. Talk to local people, and learn what makes their country so great.
New Zealand Scholarships Aid To People from Eligible African Countries
In 2016 New Zealand Development Scholarships applications can be made online from 1st February 2016. Applications close on 30th April 2016. Any eligible country can apply online.
Eligible countries in Africa include: Algeria, Angola, Botswana, Cameroon, Djibouti, Egypt, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
Application deadline:
15 April 2016 (paper application)
30 April 2016 (online application)
30 April 2016 (online application)
Contact:
Postal address:
ATTN: Scholarships
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Private Bag 18-901
Wellington 6160
New Zealand.
Postal address:
ATTN: Scholarships
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Private Bag 18-901
Wellington 6160
New Zealand.
Candidates must meet all the scholarship eligibility criteria including:
- 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.
- Agree to return to your home country for a minimum of two years on completion of the scholarship.
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