Wednesday, 9 January 2013

International Postgraduate Scholarships, University of Birmingham, UK

For over a century the University of Birmingham has been recognised as one of the world’s leading universities for the quality of our teaching and research. We attract students of the highest calibre from around the world and have been welcoming international students to the University for over 100 years. To award outstanding achievement, we are pleased to offer a number of international postgraduate scholarships.What we are offering
In 2013/14, the University of Birmingham is offering 18 International Postgraduate Scholarships worth £10,000 towards the cost of a one year Masters (Taught or Research) programme. These awards are intended for tuition fees only and cannot be used towards living expenses.
Who we are looking for
Applicants must have an excellent academic background; due to the level of competition for these scholarships, only applicants with a first class Bachelors degree (or equivalent) will be considered.
Applicants must also demonstrate excellence in an area of their life; this might be outstanding academic achievement, exceptional achievement in extra curricular activities (such as sport, music, managing events or societies) or significant achievement gained either in their working life or through volunteering and service to others.
Applicants must also outline the contribution they will make to the University of Birmingham as a student and what they expect to gain from studying here.
Eligibility
In order to apply candidates must:
  • have been offered a place to study on an eligible one year Masters programme at the University of Birmingham;
  • be overseas for fee purposes;
  • be attending full-time and on-campus (not distance learning);
  • have a valid student ID number;
  • not be in receipt of a full fee scholarship from any other source;
  • have made adequate financial provision to study in the UK (including any associated visa/travel expenses);
  • be able to pay any outstanding tuition fees not covered by the scholarship.
How to apply
Please be aware that you must have made an application to study at the University of Birmingham before submitting a scholarship application.
To find out more about how to apply, please review our application procedures.
Deadline
Applications will close on Friday 31 May 2013 for entry in the 13/14 academic year.
For more information, please visit : official website

SABIC Scholarships for Master Students, Maastricht University, Netherlands

SABIC is the Saudi Basic Industries Corporation, one of the world’s leading global manufacturers of chemicals, fertilizers, plastics and metals. We supply these materials to our customers, who use them to make the products on which the world has come to depend such as computers, mobile phones, aircraft interior components, automotive parts, and clean water pipes. At some time, somewhere in the world, a SABIC product impacts your daily life.Our success is the result of several key areas of focus: investments in local partnerships, outstanding research and technology, innovative products, and our ambition for global growth. And last, but certainly not least, because of our talented employees who have a passion to deliver.
Our goal is to become the world’s preferred leader in chemicals. We will achieve our aim by supplying high-quality products and services to our customers.
  • We are a highly successful leader in the petrochemical industry
  • We have a culture of innovation, with state of the art technology centers around the globe to create the next breakthrough solution
  • We have global career opportunities to work with the best and the brightest… everyday our 33,000 employees working in over 100 countries engage in new ideas and methods of working to bring outstanding results
  • We believe sustainability is key not only to our future as a company, but also to our prospects as a society – we will educate, inspire and provide resources and support to make a difference
Environmental Health, Safety and Security is at the heart of all we do, there is no compromise.
Who is eligible?
SABIC offers a scholarship to a talented master’s student, who has been admitted to one of the master’s programmes of the School of Business and Economics starting in September 2013. Candidates applying for this scholarship should have interest in the chemicals industry and B-to-b markets. Preffered education areas are supply chain management, business administration, chemical engineering, finance, HR and communications..
Candidates must have met all requirements of the application procedure. The scholarship is meant as a contribution to the living expenses for a maximum period of 12 months. SABIC has affiliates and offices in 40 different countries (see official website). Nationals from these countries are preferred.
Applicants must meet the requirements for obtaining an entry visa for the Netherlands.
Scholarship
The scholarship is a contribution to the living expenses for the duration of the master’s programme at Maastricht University with a maximum of 12 months.
Sabic Europe scholarship 2012-2013
  • Allowance per month, € 800, arranged and paid by the Scholarship Office
  • Health and liability insurance, € 500, Arranged and paid by the Scholarship Office
  • Visa costs, € 600, Paid by the Scholarship Office
Application and selection
Please download the application form for the Sabic Europe scholarship.
The deadline for submitting a scholarship application is 1 March 2013. In order to be eligible for a scholarship, you need to be admitted to a master’s programme. This means that we need a complete file, for the Msc programme also, before 1 March 2013.
Therefore we advise students to take the gmat- or gre, Toefl/Ielts test before 10th February. Please include your scholarship application in your master’s application and upload this document in the category ‘Apply for Scholarship’ in My UM. We will not be able to  take your application into consideration if we receive it via regular mail or e-mail.
The Faculty will rank the scholarship candidates. The Maastricht University Scholarship Committee and SABIC Europe will make the final decision. Applicants will be informed about the selection outcome mid April.
For the scholarship assessment, the Scholarship Committee takes all elements of the application into account, including the level of previous study programmes, academic excellence, motivation, status of the home institution, the connection with the prior study programme, future career plans and the references.
Please check the terms and conditions of the University Fund Limburg scholarships before applying at official website.

International Merit Scholarship, University of Gloucestershire, UK

The University of Gloucestershire is pleased to be able to reward academic excellence and operates an extensive scholarship programme for international students.
It is important to note the following:
  • To be eligible for all of our scholarships and bursaries students must be classified as international students in terms of fees.
  • Only students who hold an offer letter can be awarded a scholarship.
  • A student can apply for multiple scholarships but will only receive the one of greatest value.
  • All of our scholarships and bursaries are subject to terms and conditions.
International Merit Scholarship
Summary
Open to international applicants of any nationality this competitive scholarship rewards academic excellence by making a substantial contribution towards your tuition fees.
Award value
  • £1,000
  • £2,000
  • £3,000
  • £4,000
Term: One-off award towards first year tuition fees, non-renewable. September intake only.
Quantity: Up to 30
Eligible courses
  • All undergraduate degree (first year entrants only)
  • All taught Masters (full programme only)
Application type
Complete the scholarship application form at official website Please note that you must have applied for one of our courses before applying for this scholarship.
Deadline: Friday 5 July 2013
For more information, please visit : official website

Student Exchange Scholarships for ASEAN Students, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Those interested, read the information about the 2013 recruitment below:
Scholarship Includes:
  • Tuition of 83,000 Baht
  • Expenses 50,000 Baht
Application Period: February 1st – March 31st , 2013
Download: 1) Application PDF and 2) Requirement PDF

Requirements of Eligible Applicants
  • Applicants must be undergraduate students at an accredited university in an ASEAN country except Thailand.
  • Applicants must be a citizen of an ASEAN member country
  • All ASEAN students studying in Thailand are ineligible to apply.
Application Documents
  • Complete application form (official website).
  • Statement of purpose attached with the application form.
  • Official transcript with latest GPAX.
  • One 1-inch photograph (face shot with no hat, sunglasses, or computer editing).
  • Two letters of recommendation from lecturers or advisors.
  • University testimonial letter.
  • Language requirement:
    • TOEFL score: at least 90 (IBT) or higher, or
    • IELTS score: at least 6 or higher, or
    • CU-AAT score: at least 450 or higher (only verbal section), or
    • SAT score: at least 450 or higher (only critical reading section)
(Scores must be less than 2 years old based on the date of application)
Admission Criteria:
  • TOEFL, IELTS, CU-AAT or SAT score report
  • Transcript
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Interview (to be conducted online)
** Only TOEFL and other mentioned test scores will be considered. English Proficiency testing results or certificates issued by a university will not be accepted **
Scholarship Details
  • Four scholarships are available. The expenses grant will be divided into 4 payments: the first month 20,000 baht, second month 10,000 baht, third month 10,000 baht and fourth month 10,000 baht.*
  • The tuition fee of 1 semester worth 83,000 baht will also be provided.
  • The grant will cover only the first semester of 2013 (August to December 2013).
    * Combined total of numbers one and two is equivalent to 133,000 baht.
Important Dates
  • Application Submission : February 1st – March 31st , 2013
  • Interview Shortlist Announcement : April 2013
  • Interview Session : April 2013
  • Scholarship Announcement : April 2013
Please note:
  • The final decision for admission will be determined by the by Program’s Administrative Board.
  • Submit your application and supporting documents to the following address:
International Office
Faculty of Communication Arts, Chulalongkorn University
Mongkutsamatiwong Building, 6th Floor
Phayathai Road, Pathumwan
Bangkok 10330 Thailand
  • Each scholarship recipient can select subjects from the program schedule at official website. Please note that some courses might not be offered in the semester you plan to attend. A program officer will help with the registration after your arrival.
Application Process Scholarships for ASEAN Students for semester 1/2013
(August to December 2013)
  1. February 1st – March 31st 2013: Application Period. Download application form from www.inter.commarts.chula.ac.th
  2. April 2013: Interview Shortlist & Interview date. To be conducted online
  3. April, 2013: Scholarships Announcement. Website, E-mail
  4. May 2013: letter for Visa Application. letter of Confirmation. Course Schedules
  5. The end of July 2013: Orientation and meet the advisor. Campus tour, buy Uniforms, Taking photo for student cards.
  6. August 2013: Register online and submit CR19,CR20
  7. August 13th , 2013: Term Commences.
Here are the four successful scholarship candidates in 2011 and their courses.
Miss Kang Zetty Anis,
Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia
Here are the courses she took.
  • 2737110 MUSIC APPRECIATION
  • 2800209 THAI CULTURE
  • 2800414 BASIC TELEVISION NEWS AND DOCUMENTARY PROGRAM PRODUCTION
  • 2800472 ADVANCED REPORTING AND EDITING IN ENGLISH
  • 2802408 BASIC TELEVISION PROGRAMME PRODUCTION
  • 2805432 FILM PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT
Miss Arlita Rachmawati Rahman,
Universitas Padjadjaran, Indonesia
Here are the courses she took.
  • 2800101 INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION
  • 2800204 INTRODUCTION TO NEWS WRITING AND REPORTING
  • 2800209 THAI CULTURE
  • 2800414 BASIC TELEVISION NEWS AND DOCUMENTARY PROGRAM PRODUCTION
  • 2800472 ADVANCED REPORTING AND EDITING IN ENGLISH
  • 2805432 FILM PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT
Miss Nguyen Le Phuong Khanh,
RMIT International University Vietnam, Vietnam.
Here are the courses she took.
  • 2800209 THAI CULTURE
  • 2800463 SELECTED TOPICS IN COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT
  • 2800484 MANAGEMENT OF IMAGE,IDENTITY AND REPUTATION
  • 2802408 BASIC TELEVISION PROGRAMME PRODUCTION
Miss Heng Sokchannaroath,
Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Here are the courses she took.
  • 2800209 THAI CULTURE
  • 2800414 BASIC TELEVISION NEWS AND DOCUMENTARY PROGRAM PRODUCTION
  • 2800463 SELECTED TOPICS IN COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT
  • 2800482 TARGET AUDIENCE ANALYSIS
  • 2802408 BASIC TELEVISION PROGRAMME PRODUCTION

International Merit Scholarship for MSc in Human Resource Management, University of Gloucestershire, UK

The University of Gloucestershire is pleased to be able to reward academic excellence and operates an extensive scholarship programme for international students.
It is important to note the following:
  • To be eligible for all of our scholarships and bursaries students must be classified as international students in terms of fees.
  • Only students who hold an offer letter can be awarded a scholarship.
  • A student can apply for multiple scholarships but will only receive the one of greatest value.
  • All of our scholarships and bursaries are subject to terms and conditions.
International Merit Scholarship for MSc in Human Resource Management (International)
Summary
The International Merit Scholarship for MSc in Human Resource Management (International) is a prestigious award for students with an excellent academic background.
  • Award value: £2,000
  • Term: One-off award towards one year Masters fees, non-renewable. September intake only.
  • Quantity: Two
  • Eligible courses: MSc in Human Resource Management (International)
  • Application type: Application is by scholarship essay
Scholarship Essay Requirements
  • Title: How could the study of ‘Human Resource Management and Development’ at the University of Gloucestershire support your career and personal development?
  • Length: 1,000 words
  • Comments: Please mark your essay “International Merit Scholarship for HRM”
Deadline: Friday 5 July 2013
For more information, please visit : official website

Tuesday, 8 January 2013

Scholarship for MA in Media Practice for International Development, University of Sussex, UK

The School of Media, Film and Music is delighted to offer a £5,000 scholarship to UK/HEU and non EU students who have been accepted on the MA in Media Practice for International Development, starting in September 2013.
The scholarship is offered as a reduction in tuition fees of £5,000 and will be awarded to the student who possesses the highest academic ability and potential (not made on the basis of financial need).
Type of award: Postgraduate masters
Award amount: £5000
Eligibility
  • Applicants must have been offered a place on the above Masters degree.
  • Applicants must commence the degree in September 2013 (awards cannot be deferred to subsequent years).
  • Current Sussex undergraduate students are eligible to apply.
Timetable
By 1 May 2013: Deadline for all applications to be received. Please ensure that you have applied for one of the MA programmes listed above by 1st April 2013 to allow time for processing (you must have been made an offer of a place to be eligible to apply for the scholarship)
By 31 May 2013: Applicants notified of the outcome of their application by email
Further information
For further information on the scholarships please contact Mrs Pat Mounce
Tel: +44 1273 872574
Email: p.a.mounce@sussex.ac.uk
For more information, please visit : official website

International Scholarships for Taught Masters Students, University of Kent, UK

The University has a long tradition of welcoming international students from around the world and is pleased to be able to offer a number of scholarships for entry at taught masters level.The scholarships will be worth £5000 (for one year of study) towards the cost of tuition fees and are offered to nationals of any country paying international fees.
ELIGIBILITY
  • Applicants for postgraduate taught study at the University of Kent may ask to be considered for one of the University’s International Scholarships.
  • In order to be eligible for consideration for a scholarship, all of the conditions 1 to 3 below must have been satisfied:
    1. an application must have been made for a degree course at the University of Kent.
    2. the applicant must have received an unconditional offer of a place on such a degree course.
    3. the University must have received confirmation of the applicant’s acceptance of the offer.
HOW TO APPLY – POSTGRADUATE
At the point of application for the scholarship, you are asked to submit an original essay of between 750 to 1,000 words on the topic: “Why have you chosen your selected postgraduate taught degree programme; why have you applied to the University of Kent; and how do you see your degree at Kent preparing you for your life after graduation“.
Please click here to make an application for this scholarship and submit written work.
All applications, whether online or by mail, must include your application number, date of birth and the 750-1,000 word essay as specified above (which, in the case of an online application, can be cut and pasted from a Word document). The application may be sent by mail to:
International Development (International Scholarships)
University of Kent
The Registry
Canterbury
Kent, CT2 7NZ
United Kingdom.
Scholarships will be awarded based on the information provided on your application documentation, together with the clear thinking and motivation shown in the submitted essay.
The University of Kent reserves the right not to allocate the awards if the selection panel identifies no suitable candidates. We expect to inform candidates whether or not they have been successful by August 2013.
For further Information:
Telephone: +44 (0) 1227 824904
Fax: + 44 (0) 1227 823247
Email: international@kent.ac.uk
Download a pdf version of the latest flyer
The closing date for application is 31 May prior to the academic year of entry.

Rio Tinto Scholarships for LLM in Mineral Law and Policy, University of Dundee, UK

In an increasingly integrated global economy, managing the complexities of mineral resources investment and development provides challenges for host governments, international institutions, companies, investors and all stakeholders participating in the sector.

The Centre for Energy, Petroleum, Mineral Law and Policy (CEPMLP) offers an LLM in Mineral Law and Policy, which provides with the required interdisciplinary knowledge and skills to deal with the current legal, policy and economic issues and challenges in mineral resources investment and development. CEPMLP’s interdisciplinary nature and perspectives in international and comparative law and the success of its emphasis on a theoretical and practical approach to learning make it one of the premier organisations of its kind worldwide.
Rio Tinto plc, together with CEPMLP, acknowledging the importance of contributing worldwide to sustainable mineral resources development, are offering as part of their partnership’s activities up to a maximum of 6 fully funded postgraduate scholarships leading to the degree:
Master of Laws (LLM) in Mineral Law and Policy
The award will offer the successful candidate:
  1. Payment of academic tuition fees
  2. 12 monthly stipends for living expenses for a single student
  3. An arrival allowance and thesis/assignment allowance
Applicants eligible for consideration should:
  • Already hold a degree of an equivalent standard to at least a good UK upper second class honours degree or higher
  • Be able to demonstrate a high level of English language competence (minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, with no component less than 6.0)
  • Display intellectual ability and leadership potential
  • Have a proven track record and potential to rise to positions of influence
  • Preferably be qualified lawyers having had some post-degree work experience in mining in the government, private sector, or academia
  • Be a national and resident of the following countries at the time of applying for the award: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Ghana, Guinea, India, Indonesia, Madagascar, Mexico, Mongolia, Mozambique, Namibia, Peru, Russia, South Africa and Zimbabwe
  • Complete the degree within 12 months and return to their home country at the end of their period of study
Employees, employee’s relatives (or former employees who have left employment less than 5 years before) the British Council, Rio Tinto plc and the University of Dundee will not be eligible to apply for these awards.
Method of Scholarship Selection
Please note that there is no separate application form for the Rio Tinto plc Scholarship.
Candidates who are offered unconditional admission to the fullt-ime LLM in Mineral Law and Policy programme should provide a 250-word Personal Statement, preferably attached to their UKPASS application, or sent under separate cover, by email attachment to Kathleen Shortt: k.a.shortt@dundee.ac.uk.
It is important to demonstrate in your Personal Statement that you are motivated to make a career that will take you to a position of leadership in your own country within 10 years of your Scholarship. You must be committed to networking to find global solutions and you should be able to use your studies and experience gained in the UK to benefit yourself, your country and the UK. You should become a first-class ambassador for the UK in your home country. Your Personal Statement should emphasise the following points:
  • Your ability to make a difference in the world, illustrated by your leadership qualities
  • Your skills in communications and the ability to influence people and decisions
  • Your networking ability, ambition and plans for the future
  • Your academic background and potential on the LLM degree programme, your strength of character and integrity
  • Your outside interests – ie hobbies and activities
All applications must be received by the 31 May 2013.
Admission Forms
Candidates are invited to apply for admission to the LLM online. In addition to the online application, candidates should submit a brief statement, max. 250 words, explaining why you think you should be considered for the scholarship.
Ms. Kathleen Shortt
Academic Administrator
CEPMLP
University of Dundee
Dundee DD1 4HN
Scotland , UK
For more information, please visit : official website

International Doctoral Scholarships in Engineering, Kochi University of Technology, Japan

The Special Scholarship Program (SSP) was established in 2003 in order to support the advanced research of the university by enlisting the help of highly capable students especially students from foreign countries. Every year in April and October, the university enrolls selected doctoral students for specific research projects. The students pursue the doctoral course in English (excl. Japanese students) while at the same time assisting their host professor as a research assistant (RA). Through this program KUT wishes to expand and deepen international ties with academic and educational institutions all over the world.
PROGRAM OF STUDY
Doctoral Program (3 years)
Department of Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering
NUMBER OF STUDENTS TO BE ADMITTED To be decided
ENROLLMENT TIME April/October
SCHOLARSHIP TERM One year
*The term will be extended for increments of one year up to a total of three years, unless the university terminates the SSP student status for any of the reasons stated in paragraph 12 below, Termination of SSP Student Status.
OBLIGATIONS
  1. The SSP student must work as a research assistant in a specific research project. However, the total paid working hour per week for students with “Student” status of Japanese redidence, should not exceed 28 hours per week.
  2. The SSP student must report his/her study and research achievements to the dean of the Graduate School of Engineering at the end of each semester. The submitted reports will be evaluated.
BENEFITS
  1. International applicants are exempted from 300,000 yen of enrollment fee.
  2. Tuition of 535,800 yen (per year) will be exempted.
  3. 240,000 yen per year as a SSP Scholarship upon application.
  4. Up to 960,000 yen per year for working as a research assistant.
  5. 200,000 yen for travel and initial living costs. (given only to foreign students who are living outside Japan, and who have, or have the intention to acquire, “Student” status of Japanese residence at the time of entry into Japan)
ELIGIBILITY Applicants are required to meet all of the following conditions
  1. To have nationality other than Japanese.
  2. To have or have the intention to acquire the “Student” status of Japanese residence, at the time of entrance, in accordance with the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act in Japan.
  3. To have or to be expected to acquire a master’s degree before enrollment.
  4. To have excellent academic records in both bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
  5. To be 35 years old or under at the time of enrollment.
  6. To have the intention, adequate knowledge and research skill to work as a research assistant in one of the research projects.
  7. To have high English proficiency.
APPLICATION PROCESS
  1. Choose a research project from the SSP Research Project List.
  2. Complete and submit all required documents.
ADMISSION DECISION
The submitted documents will be carefully examined in the course of the first screening. Only applicants who are successful in that screening will then be examined in such forms as an interview, an English written exam, an academic achievement written exam in the specialized field required for the conduct of the selected research project, etc. The interview and other formalities will be held at a place that will be appointed separately (hopefully in your home country).
SPECIAL NOTICE
  1. If you are still working towards your master’s degree, a verified original master’s degree certificate in English or Japanese from your university will be required before your enrollment can be completed. If you are not able to produce such a document, you will not be enrolled.
  2. In any case where a SSP Student is selected as a recipient of another institution’s scholarship, the scholarship as described in 6-will be canceled, and his/her monthly pay for working as a research assistant will be adjusted.
  3. KUT will provide appropriate single accommodation for successful applicants whose resident status in Japan is “Student.” If you desire to bring your family members and live with them in Japan, you must initiate your own apartment rental.
  4. To complete the doctoral program as a SSP Student, you need to meet all of the following conditions.
    1. 3 year’s enrollment in the school
    2. 10 or more credits
    3. successful completion of the doctoral thesis defense
    4. publication of two or more high level reviewed papers
TERMINATION OF SSP STUDENT STATUS
SSP student status will be terminated in the following cases
  1. In the case where a student’s report, submitted in accordance with term 5-(2), is assessed as being below the standard for SSP students.
  2. In the case of behavior which is deemed inappropriate for a SSP student.
OFFICIAL CORRESPONDENCE
All inquiries and application documents must be addressed to:
International Relations Division
Kochi University of Technology
Tosayamada, Kami City
Kochi 782-8502, JAPAN
Tel: +81-887-53-1130
Fax: +81-887-57-2000
For more information, please visit : official website

International Student Scholarships, Bond University, Australia

The International Student Scholarships are a testament to Bond University’s commitment to quality and outstanding international students. These scholarships are available to international students who have demonstrated outstanding academic ability (academic merit based scholarships).
Value
25% to 50% of tuition fees of any undergraduate or postgraduate degree (excluding Bond University’s Medical Program, Master of Psychology, Doctor of Physiotherapy)
Availability
10 x 25% scholarships annually
10 x 50% scholarships annually
Eligibility
  • Available for international students only, for undergraduate or postgraduate study.
  • Applicants must currently be or have previously been in the top 5% of their high school or university class.
  • Students will be selected for scholarships based on outstanding academic ability. In addition, demonstrated strong leadership skills and extensive involvement in extracurricular activities will also be considered.
  • Students whose first language is not English must refer to and meet Bond University’s standard. English entry requirements for undergraduate applicants.
  • English entry requirements for postgraduate applicants.
Selection Criteria
Successful applicants will be awarded these scholarships based on their ability to meet the eligibility criteria outlined
Scholarship Application Closing Date
  • September 21, 2012
  • January 25, 2013
  • May 31, 2013
Application Submission
All international students who have made an application to study at Bond University (by the scholarship closing date for each semester) will be considered for an International Student Scholarship.
It is recommended that when students complete a Bond University Application Form, they submit a personal statement (outlining why you should be awarded a Bond scholarship), references, resume and certified copies of other relevant documentation to assist in supporting your application.
As part of the selection process, all shortlisted applicants will be required to participate in a telephone interview.
Selections for each intake of scholarship students are assessed based on academic merit. Should your submission not be successful at the time of application, your details will be reassessed for future semester intakes up until the point of acceptance.
Please note: Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview. If you are not contacted for an interview by the dates stated in the general information above, then you can assume you have been unsuccessful in your application. Students will not be notified of their unsuccessful application in writing.
For further information, please contact:
Carlie Birt
Scholarship Coordinator
Phone: +61 7 5595 1028
Email: scholarships@bond.edu.au
For more information, please visit : official website

MSc Scholarships, International Space University, France

The International Space University is provided funding from industry and government agencies to help support MSc students who are unable to cover all of their tuition fees. This aid is available to selected applicants, and covers a portion of their fees. It is paid directly to ISU by the sponsoring organization.
This financial aid is available for:
  • applicants from Europe (the countries listed below have priority*)
  • applicants from the United States and Canada
  • applicants from developing countries
  • applicants from other countries (within the limits of funds available)
(*Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom)
Financial aid is granted on the basis of:
  • academic and professional merit
  • demonstrated efforts in personal fund-raising
  • demonstrated financial need
Applicants for the MSc programs 2013-2014 should apply online on the ISU website before 15 March 2013 if they want to be considered for scholarship support, and before 30 June 2013 if they are not in need of financial aid. Financial aid will be awarded within the limits of funds available, so early applications are highly recommended. Please note that the relevant box on the Confidential Financial Information form of the application must be checked. It is recommended that candidates make a personal effort to raise funds enabling them to attend the program. Such initiatives are taken into consideration when ISU allocates funding.
When submitting your application to ISU, please don’t forget to attach your resume. Your resume may be given by ISU Staff Members to sponsors. However, ISU will not give its sponsors contact information, but will try its best to match applicant’s profiles to sponsor requirements.
The ISU Funding Committee, which includes both faculty and Sponsors, awards funding to applicants whose career goals appear to stand to gain substantial benefit from the ISU MSc programs. Funding is given for help towards tuition fees only. ISU does not assist with living or travel expenses.
For more information, please visit : official website

Research Fellowships, Harvard Kennedy School Indonesia, USA

Call for Fellows: August 2013 – June 2014
The Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) Indonesia Program invites Indonesian researchers, academics, and practitioners to apply for the Indonesia Research Fellowship in order to pursue independent research projects at the Ash Center. Made possible through the generous support of the Rajawali Foundation, this research fellowship opportunity allows successful applicants to join a lively community of researchers working on Asia-related issues.
Research Fellowships may be focused on individual research or institutional development, as follows:
(a) Research Fellows may pursue significant in-depth research in their area of academic and/or professional expertise, including but not limited to: completing dissertation research and writing (for pre-doc Fellows); publishing articles following a dissertation (for post-doc Fellows); or completing an applied policy analysis of areas of professional expertise (for Practitioner Fellows).
(b) Research Fellows may be representatives of research institutions or universities in Indonesia, and may use the fellowship to explore areas of academic development and collaboration such as curriculum development and case study development. The proposed work must clearly strengthen the institutional capabilities of the host institution for teaching or researching public policy in Indonesia.
  • Appointments will run for one full academic year, from mid-August 2013 to mid-June 2014.
  • With instructor approval, Research Fellows may “audit” classes at Harvard Kennedy School or other Harvard schools.
  • Research Fellows will receive a certificate upon completion, but no degrees will be conferred.
  • Research Fellows will receive shared office space within the Ash Center, on the campus of Harvard University in Cambridge (outside Boston, Massachusetts).
  • Research Fellows will have access to the library system of Harvard University.
  • For Indonesian Research Fellows, HKS will pay for appropriate housing, health insurance, and a modest living stipend. HKS will not provide international transportation or pay for pre-departure costs. (If accepted, Research Fellows are encouraged to seek financial support for these items from their employers or other sponsors such as the Indonesian Ministry of Education or DIKTI, the Directorate General for Higher Education.)
Criteria and Expectations
Fellows must be fluent in both written and spoken English. All fellows will be expected to participate in research seminars, produce a 10-page written paper summarizing their research (ideally published before completion of the research fellowship period), and make at least two presentations (one in the Cambridge area and at least one in Indonesia) about their research.
Indonesian Research Fellowships are open to candidates from government, academia, and independent research communities. Fellows usually fall into one of the following categories: Pre-Doc Fellow, Post-Doc Fellow, or Senior Practitioner. Although proposals for one semester of research may be considered, preference will be given to research proposals that represent ambitious and significant work over two semesters (one full academic year).
Strong proposals in any aspect of public policy will be considered, and candidates should propose research questions that are meaningful based on their area of expertise and analysis of the challenges in Indonesia. Applicants are encouraged to review the 2010 HKS analysis of the Indonesian political economy, which encourages further study of 1) institutional transformation; 2) opportunities and challenges of globalization; 3) equity and opportunity; and 4) reconstructing citizenship. This report is also available in Bahasa Indonesia at Gramedia Bookstores under the title Indonesia Menentukan Nasib: Dari Reformasi ke Transformasi Kelembagaan.
For the Academic Year 2012-13, preference will be given where possible to candidates whose proposed research is linked to one of the following areas:
  • Local governments and governance in Indonesia, including the quality of public service delivery, competitiveness of local governments, economic or policy analysis of corruption, and identity politics;
  • Economic and/or policy analysis of transportation and urban infrastructure in Indonesia, including public-private partnerships for infrastructure, improvements to public transportation, and other issues affecting the economic productivity and quality of life in Indonesia’s cities;
  • Social policy in Indonesia, including effectiveness of social safety net programs, national strategies for poverty reduction, and local government experience with service provision for vulnerable populations;
  • Energy development, including energy policy, energy markets, environmental policy, climate change and carbon trading, or sustainability; or
  • Strategic development of academic programs in Indonesia that teach public policy.
Application and Deadlines
Candidates should apply by February 15, 2013 for the Indonesian Research Fellowships for the period August 2013 to June 2014.
To apply, please prepare the following materials:
  • Cover page with name, contact information, and affiliation.
  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae, including any publishing history.
  • Letter from supervisor or host institution providing a strong rationale of why this candidate should be chosen; what her/his role is in terms of academic and programmatic leadership within the hosting institution; and how she/he will contribute to accelerating reform in Indonesia over the long term.
  • Proposal of 5-10 pages describing research or project to be conducted during this Research Fellowship including:
    • Main policy questions to be examined
    • Value to Indonesia
    • Relevant literature and data
    • Research methodology to be used
    • Results to be achieved
    • Relationship of this proposed Research Fellowship to any previous or future research, including any internationally-published research
    • Relationship of this proposed Research Fellowship to accelerating reform in Indonesia
Please send the application materials via email to hks_indonesia@hks.harvard.edu with “Research Fellow Application” in the subject line, no later than 5:00 p.m. ET (Cambridge local time) on February 15, 2013.

Master Scholarships in Microsystems Engineering, Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, UAE

The Nano-Optics and Optoelectronics Research (NOOR) Laboratory is growing and we need multiple students to work on our ongoing and future research projects. To become a student at NOOR Lab, one needs to apply directly to the Institute through the Institute’s admissions website. While all admission decisions are made by the Institute, it is in our best interest to see qualified students interested in NOOR Lab research admitted to the program.
If the research areas mentioned above do not sound familiar to you, please do not feel discouraged. Some background in photonics is a plus, it is by no means a requirement. We accept students with different backgrounds, and in fact many faculty think that prior experience in photonics is relatively unimportant compared to the overall abilities and the level of motivation of the applicant.
The Institute is currently accepting students to Master program. During the two-year program, students are taking classes and pursuing research in their selected field. A thesis is submitted at the end of the program. While peers and faculty represent over 30 different nationalities, all instruction is conducted in English.
Applicants from all parts of the world are welcome. There is no application fee.
All admitted students will have the following benefits:
  • Scholarships / research assistantships providing full financial support is available to students of all nationalities. It includes all tuition fees, medical insurance, housing, travel expenses, laptop, and a cost of living allowance;
  • Access to the cleanrooms and the electron microscopy lab, expected to be fully operational by the end of 2012;
  • Opportunity to work in laboratories with state-of-the art equipment.
The students can work on design, fabrication, and/or characterization, regarding on their preferences.
How to apply
We are a part of the Microsystems Engineering program, so to become a student at NOOR Lab, one needs to apply for MSc in Microsystems Engineering at Masdar Institute. The latest official information about application requirements and application instructions can be found on Masdar Institute Admissions pages. All applications should be submitted directly to the Institute, and all questions regarding the application process should be directed to the Institute’s Admissions Office.
Masdar Institute has a one-year admission cycle for the Masters program; the applications are accepted until May 31 of each year, and admitted students start their studies in September. Applications for Fall 2013 can be submitted online starting November 1.
Here is a brief summary of admission requirements with some advice:
  • TOEFL (or academic IELTS) – The minimum TOEFL score required is 91 (Internet based) on the international TOEFL. Equivalent paper/computer based TOEFL is also accepted. The TOEFL can only be waived for native English speakers. The minimum academic IELTS score required is 6.5.
  • GRE General Examination. The most important part of the exam is Quantitative, where the minimum score of 700 (old scoring system) or 155 (new scoring system) is required, and higher score is recommended. GRE Subject test is not required. If you are not familiar with TOEFL / GRE exams – these are standardized multi-choice tests which are widely used in the US to evaluate applicant to graduate schools. Masdar Institute is built with MIT standards in mind, so similar admission requirements have been adopted. These tests are administered in many countries around the world. In some countries the testing is available only few times a year (and it takes some time for the test scores to reach us), so please plan in advance. If you passed the tests, but you don’t think the test scores will arrive on time, please contact the admissions office, it might still be possible to consider your application.
  • Statement of Objective, which is a 1-2 page long document explaining your motivation for pursuing graduate studies at Masdar. Statement of Objectives is an important part of the applications. You can view it as your letter to the admission committee, where you have a chance to explain why you think you will become a successful student. If there is some specific positive aspect about your application you think we should know about, please mention it. For example, if you have a GPA (average grade) of 3.2 out of 4.0, which might look low to us, but if you mention that your school is notorious for strict grading and your GPA of 3.2 is actually in the top 5% of your class, and also point out that your low grades were mostly in humanities, then your GPA of 3.2 becomes a completely different story. It helps to be specific – facts are always better than general statements (i.e. if you argue that you should be admitted because “you want to save the Earth”, this is not very specific). It is important to mention your the area of research you are interested in. It helps to mention specific topics you are interested in and the names of the faculty you might consider working with, but this is not really necessary, we understand that students usually do not come with the specific research program in mind, and they need help formulating it.
  • The minimum required GPA is 3.0 on a 4.0 point scale. As mentioned above, it really helps if you explain how your GPA should be interpreted – different schools and countries often have completely different grading standards.
  • 3 recommendation letters are required. At the time of the application, you will need to provide contact information of your referees, and Masdar Institute will contact them directly.
  • The resume/CV is required, and it is an important part of your application, because it provides a good format for a concise summary of your strengths.
  • The application deadline is May 31 of each year, but applications are reviewed throughout the year, so you are welcome to apply early. This year, the Institute will start accepting applications on November 1.
Please note once again that what the above information is not not official, and our comments represent our opinion, but not necessarily the position of the Institute. For the official information, please refer to Masdar Institute Admissions page, which is the only official source of up-to-date information.
For more information, please visit : official website

Women in Engineering Scholarship, RMIT University, Australia

School of Aerospace Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Women in Engineering Scholarship
If you are a woman commencing engineering studies in 2013 in the School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, this scholarship can provide you financial assistance within your first year of study.
Value and duration
The scholarship pays $5000 for one year (first year).
Number of scholarships available
3
Eligibility
To be eligible for this Scholarship you must:
  • be female
  • be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, international student or humanitarian visa holder
  • have achieved an ATAR score (or Year 12 equivalent) of 95 or above in 2011–2012
  • be commencing full-time studies in a Bachelor of Engineering degree in the School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at RMIT in Semester 1 2013
  • have demonstrated leadership experience in a societal or cultural setting
  • be available for an interview if shortlisted.
How to apply
Apply by completing the application form at official website and submit to: Louise Walker
By post: School of Aerospace, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering, RMIT University, GPO Box 2476, Melbourne VIC 3001, Australia
In person: School of Aerospace, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering, Building 57, Level 3 (Reception) City Campus, Corner Lygon and Queensberry Streets, Carlton.
Open date
For the 2013 academic year, applications open Monday 3 September 2012.
Close date
For the 2013 academic year, applications close 5pm Friday 22 February 2013.
Terms and conditions
As holder of this scholarship you must maintain at least satisfactory academic performance.
The scholarship will be paid in two instalments: $2500 in April/May and $2500 in September.
Further information
The scholarships seek to recognise and reward talented female students who can demonstrate outstanding levels of academic achievement.
Contact
Contact Louise Walker at official website, School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering.

Reham al-Farra International Scholarship in Journalism, Bournemouth University, UK

This scholarship is offered to international students who have applied to study the MA Multi Media Journalism course at BU beginning in September 2013, and who can demonstrate they already have an outstanding academic profile.
Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?
All applicants classified as ‘overseas’ for fee purposes are eligible to apply.
To which courses does this scholarship apply?
Only students who have applied for MA Multi-media Journalism in The Media School and who have been made an offer of a place on the course, (conditional or unconditional) will be considered for the scholarship.
How much is the scholarship worth?
£3,000
How is this scholarship paid?
Scholarships are paid by a reduction in tuition fee.
How many scholarships are awarded annually?
One
What are the criteria for this scholarship?
The Scholarship is awarded to a student who has achieved an excellent standard in their undergraduate degree, can demonstrate a high level of English proficiency (if English is not their first language) and has provided information which suggests that they are likely to be an asset to the programme.
The final decision is based on the information supplied in both your Bournemouth Media School course application form and scholarship application form.
Other information about this scholarship
  • Recipients of this scholarship cannot be in receipt of any other BU scholarship
  • Financial need will not be taken into consideration.
The deadline for applying for this Scholarship is 31 May 2013.
When will I hear if I have been successful?
The successful applicant will be notified four weeks after the deadline.
Completed application forms should be returned to:
askBU Students Service
Bournemouth University
The Base
Poole House
Fern Barrow
Poole
BH12 5BB
UK
Forms can also be scanned and emailed to: askBUstudents@bournemouth.ac.uk
For more information, please visit : official website

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VU Fellowship Programme (VUFP), VU University Amsterdam, Netherlands

The VU Fellowship Programme (VUFP) offers talented prospective students the unique opportunity to pursue a degree in a selection of Master’s programmes at VU University. VU University has committed to providing approximately 1 million euro towards attracting highly motivated, excellent students.All applications received by 1 March will be reviewed by the faculty at which the applicant will be participating in a Master’s programme. Faculties then nominate applicants to the central VUFP scholarship committee, which then awards scholarships to the most talented students. The award is based on the motivation letter, the quality of previous education and the student’s academic performance therein. A scholarship offer will then be made to successful candidates.
Eligible candidates
The VU Fellowship Programme (VUFP) is a scholarship for strongly motivated students with excellent study results.
Eligible candidates must be able to prove their academic excellence, must be admitted to a preselected Master’s degree at VU University, do not have the Dutch nationality and have not graduated from a Dutch higher education programme.
Students following a one-year Master’s programme may not apply for the VUFP scholarship for a second year. Students already enrolled in a two-year Master’s programme who have not been awarded a VUFP scholarship in 2012/2013 are not eligible to apply for the VUFP scholarship 2013/2014.
Scholarships amounts
The VUFP scholarship covers your tuition fee, and provides for an allowance towards study and living costs (paid out in 3 installments over the year). Please note that the scholarship does not cover all your living expenses.
There are two variations of the VUFP scholarship:
  • €5.000 to students paying the tuition fee for EEA students
  • €15.000 to students paying the tuition fee for non-EEA students
The grant is awarded to students in their first year of a Master’s degree programme. Only students following a 2-year Master’s programme may apply for a second year and the prerequisite for a second application is the achievement of at least 80% of the 60 possible credits. The Faculty VUFP committee will be asked to demonstrate to the Central VUFP committee that these credits have indeed been achieved.
How to apply
Fill out the VUFP application form. The form must contain the following items:
  1. Proof of excellence: GPA/proof top 10 of your class
  2. Motivation Letter
  3. Financial Plan
Save the completed application form as a PDF-file and name it ‘Studentnumber – programme that applies to you’. For example ‘S2500000 – Computer Science’. Attach the application form in an email.
Send your completed application to VUFP@vu.nl. Be sure to mention in the subject line ‘VUFP application (programme that applies to you)’. For example ‘VUFP application (Computer Science)’.
Please keep in mind that only completed application forms will be taken into consideration. If the form does not contain all three required documents your application will not be taken into consideration. Deadline for completing your VUFP application is 1 March 2013.
For more information, please visit : official website

Knight Science Journalism Fellowships, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA

Knight Science Journalism Fellowships are for mid-career journalists who demonstrate a high level of journalistic excellence and accomplishment, as well as a long-term commitment to their craft. Journalists from all countries compete on an equal basis. To be eligible for a Knight Fellowship, applicants must meet our qualification standards and agree to a few stipulations.
Qualifications
Applicants must be full-time journalists, whether they are on staff or freelance. Part-time writers or producers are not eligible. Applicants must have at least three full years of experience covering science, technology, the environment, or medicine; or at least five years of other journalism experience and a desire to cover those areas in the future.
Journalism experience must be in the years immediately prior to applying.
Applicants may be reporters, writers, editors, producers, illustrators or photo-journalists. They may work for newspapers, magazines, television, radio or the Web.
There are no educational prerequisites, nor is there an age-limit.
Professionals working in public information, public relations, the trade press, government or academia are not eligible.
Proficiency in English is necessary for Fellows to make the most of their time at MIT. If you have taken the IELTS or TOEFL exam, we’d like to know your score. If you have not, but English is not your native language, we’d encourage you to take the IELTS exam.
Stipulations
To be awarded a Fellowship, selected applicants must agree to the following requirements:
  • To reside full-time in the Boston/Cambridge area for the academic year: August 15 through May 15.
  • To attend all boot camps, field trips, seminars, and new media training sessions arranged by the Knight Science Journalism Fellowships.
  • To participate in at least one science course per semester.
  • To refrain from professional work during the Fellowship, unless written permission has been granted by the Director.
  • For international candidates: To obtain a J-1 visa from the U.S. State Department after being awarded the Fellowship.
How to Apply
The application to the Knight Science Journalism Fellowships includes several pieces, listed below. Before applying please read “A few things everyone should be aware of when they apply for our 9-month Fellowship” at the bottom of this page.
Application requirements:
A) Online Application form. Application deadline: March 1, 2013.
Please email your subsequent materials, listed below, to knight-info@mit.edu with “Knight Application” in the Subject field.
B) Professional autobiography:Tell us about your professional life. Not to exceed 750 words.
C) Résumé or Curriculum Vitae: Be sure to include your education and work history.
D) Fellowship year proposal: Tell us what you plan to do during a fellowship year and how that would fit in with your professional goals. Not to exceed 750 words.
E) Freelancers: (Non-freelancers, skip this item). Provide a list of all your jobs in the last 12 months—what you did, for whom and, if your client is not widely known provide some idea of who or what it is. A few words for each job is sufficient.
F) Samples of professional work: Please provide six samples. If your work is in a format that cannot be submitted electronically, please contact us for submission details.
Guidelines for samples:
  • Select six works that best show your interests and abilities. Please, no more than six.
  • All six samples should have been published or broadcast within the last 24 months.
  • If work is available online, we prefer you provide a PDF (for print), an .mp3 (for audio) or an .mp4 (for video) in addition to the URL for each work sample.
  • If original work is not in English, English translations are required for at least three of the works.
  • Editors/Producers/Directors should indicate their involvement in the piece.
  • For series, send only the first and last pieces, with a brief outline of other items in the series.
  • For books, submit one chapter. (PDF files preferred.)
  • For audio/visual, submit a sample (or samples) with a total running time of up to 40 minutes. If samples are submitted on a CD or DVD, please include a written manuscript or synopsis indicating where each item (program, story or segment) begins. Please contact us first before sending CDs or DVDs. For online submissions, .mp3 or .mp4 files are preferred. Please contact us for details on how to upload your samples.
  • For photography/graphics, submit published works in context or as unmounted printouts. (For electronic submissions, JPG or GIF files preferred.)
  • Note, mailed submissions will not be returned.
G) Four Letters of Recommendation:
  • Three letters should be from individuals familiar with your work, commenting on your abilities and your commitment to journalism.
  • Optional: One letter should come from your organization’s publisher or your immediate supervisor, supporting your application and granting a 9-month leave of absence if awarded the Fellowship. (Freelancers, and people thinking of leaving their jobs to take a fellowship need only provide the first three letters.)
Letters may be emailed to knight-info@mit.edu, and should come directly from the recommender, not from a third party. Letters must reach us by March 1.
All application materials must be received by March 1:
Please email materials, with “9-Month Fellowship” in the Subject field, to: knight-info@mit.edu.
We prefer PDF files, but if you are unable to send a PDF we also accept DOC or TXT files.
We have a dropbox for submitting large audio or video files. We prefer .mp3 for audio and .mp4 for video files. However, we do accept most other formats. Please contact knight-info@mit.edu for details and dropbox URL.
If you cannot—or prefer not—to email your application materials, we’ll happily accept mailed copies. Make sure they reach us by March 1, 2012. Please contact us first before sending CDs or DVDs.
To send by US Mail use this address:
Knight Science Journalism at MIT
MIT E19-623, 77 Massachusetts Ave.
Cambridge, MA 02139
To send by Fed Ex, UPS or DHL use this address:
Knight Science Journalism at MIT
MIT E19-623, 400 Main St.
Cambridge, MA 02142
617-452-3513
knight-info@mit.edu
Selection process:
Applicants are selected each spring by a panel of leading journalists and MIT faculty. All application materials must be received by March 1. Finalists are chosen in mid-April. U.S. finalists are brought to Cambridge for interviews in late April. International finalists are interviewed by telephone. Winners are announced by early May.
A few things everyone should be aware of when they apply for our 9-month Fellowship
If you are selected as a Fellow:
  • You will need to pay for you and your family’s travel to and from Boston.
  • Your housing search should begin early! We’ll share information from previous Knight Fellows and apartment listings, but securing an apartment is your responsibility.
  • Before signing a lease or sending any money for an apartment either see it in person or have someone you know and trust, like a friend or relative in the area, check it out for you.
  • Housing in the Cambridge area is expensive. To finalize a rental agreement, it is often required that a person pay their first and last month’s rent, plus a security deposit of one month’s rent. MIT’s International Scholars website has information everyone should read about housing, utilities, and food prices in Cambridge.
  • Knight Fellows receive their stipend in 10 installments. If you are selected as a Fellow, your first stipend payment will be on August 31. Unfortunately, salary advances and loans are not possible.
  • FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS: If you are selected as a FINALIST, please make sure that you and your family’s passports are current. The visa process must begin immediately after the Fellows are selected, and that process cannot start without a valid passport.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. If I am a freelance writer but also teach at a university, or have another job, am I eligible?
If you get a full-time salary as a teacher or in another occupation, you aren’t eligible.
2. If I freelance, and my outlets include trade association or government work, am I eligible?
In general, eligible journalists may not work for trade associations or governments. Some exceptions for occasional freelance assignments may be made.
3. If I have had a 9-month fellowship elsewhere, can I still apply for the Knight Fellowship?
Those who’ve had a 9-month fellowship already are ineligible.
4. How are fellows selected? How many applicants are there usually?
Fellows are selected by a panel of judges — usually five or six judges — after they send a fully completed application. The judges take into consideration a number of things, including the quality of work, the likelihood a journalist will benefit from the Fellowship, and the likelihood a journalist will continue to work in science and health journalism. The number of Fellows chosen has changed over the years, but is currently 12 per year. The pool of applicants is now currently more than one hundred for the 12 spots.
5. I haven’t taken the IELTS. Do I need to take the IELTS and have my scores reported by the deadline?
We don’t require that you take the IELTS, but would like to know your score if you have. We need to judge the ability of prospective Fellows to successfully listen and contribute to technical discusions in MIT classes.
6. Is it okay for me to send you my letters of recommendation, or do they need to come directly from the recommender?
Letters should come directly from the recommender. If the recommender’s assistant sends it via email, the recommender must be copied. Letters translated into English are accepted provided the original letter is also included.
7. Are KSJ events open to the public?
Many of the KSJ events are open to the public. For example, the twice-weekly seminars are usually open to the public, and if they are not, that will be noted on our seminar calendar. All our events are free, but some may require a ticket.
For more information, please visit : official website

Sydney Achievers International Scholarships, University of Sydney, Australia

Following the success of the Sydney Achievers International Scholarships in 2012, the University of Sydney takes great pleasure in announcing an enhanced Scholarships scheme for new international students commencing at the University in 2013.
Up to 100 of these prestigious Scholarships will be offered in 2013 to high achieving, academically meritorious, international students, inviting them to enjoy the Sydney experience at one of the finest institutions of higher education in the world.
Sydney Achievers International Scholarships (Undergraduate)
Benefits
  • AUD$10,000 each per annum, available for the CRICOS registered duration of a recipient’s program of study, for any Undergraduate program offered at the University of Sydney (subject to the recipient maintaining satisfactory academic progress each year).
  • No living allowance is payable.
Criteria for Eligibility
  • Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification or an international senior secondary qualification accepted by the University with an outstanding Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) or equivalent, as deemed by the University of Sydney.
  • Students completing Foundation Studies Programs offered by Australian or New Zealand universities are eligible.
  • Students who have already commenced tertiary studies, or students transferring with credit exemptions and/or advanced standing, are not eligible.
For further information on equivalents to Australian Year 12 qualifications and a table showing standard academic requirements for some of these examinations relative to ATAR scores see Undergraduate entry requirements
Sydney Achievers International Scholarships (Postgraduate)
Benefits
  • AUD$10,000 each per annum, (ie, $15,000 in total for a 1.5 year program, $20,000 in total for a 2 year program) available for the CRICOS registered duration of a recipient’s program of study, for any Postgraduate Coursework program offered at the University of Sydney (subject to the recipient maintaining satisfactory academic progress each year).
  • No living allowance is payable.
Criteria for Eligibility
  • Applicants must have completed the equivalent of an Australian Bachelor degree qualification with outstanding results based on the Australian grading system, as deemed by the University of Sydney.
  • Students who have already commenced postgraduate studies, or students transferring with credit exemptions and/or advanced standing, are not eligible.
Application Procedure
  • No separate application for a Sydney Achievers International Scholarship is necessary.
  • An Application for Admission to the University of Sydney in 2013 will constitute an application for a Scholarship.
  • All applications meeting the selection and eligibility criteria resulting in unconditional Offers of Admission will be automatically considered.
  • The deadline for receipt of applications and complete supporting documentation (academic and English language proficiency results) is 15 January 2013 for Semester 1, 2013, and 30 June 2013 for Semester 2, 2013.
  • Successful candidates will receive an Offer of a Scholarship with the Offer of Admission.
  • Applications received after these deadlines will not be considered.
  • Candidates applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will be considered in January 2013.
Due to the limited number of Scholarships available, applicants are not guaranteed a Scholarship (even if they meet the selection and eligibility criteria) especially if offers made to early applicants have all been accepted. Candidates are, therefore, strongly encouraged to apply early for admission in order to maximise their chances of being considered for a Scholarship.
Selection Criteria
  • Selection will be based strictly on academic merit as per the University’s admission requirements.
  • Selection will be based on actual results (academic and English language proficiency). Predicted/forecast results will not be considered.
  • Only applicants with firm, unconditional offers of admission will be considered.
  • Selection will be made by the International Student Office, whose decision will be final. No appeals will be entertained.
  • With the exception of UAC applicants, for whom Scholarship offers will be issued after 15 January 2013, all successful candidates will be offered a Scholarship along with the Offer of Admission to the University of Sydney.
Conditions
  • Scholarship recipients will need to maintain satisfactory academic progress, which, for the purposes of retaining the Scholarship, is defined as maintaining a credit average (at least 65%) or more each year. Failure to do so may result in the Scholarship being terminated.
  • Successful candidates:
    • must not be in receipt of any other tuition scholarship;
    • must commence study in 2013 – commencement may not be deferred to a later year;
    • will be required to pay for their own airfares to Sydney, living expenses, study materials, text books, any ancillary fees (if applicable) and Overseas Student Health Cover each year;
    • are also responsible for paying the balance of the tuition fees each year;
    • are required to enrol as full-time international students and must maintain their international student status on a full-time basis throughout their enrolment at the University of Sydney; and
    • may not be entitled to a ‘Leave of Absence’ during the duration of the Scholarship, unless it is due to extenuating circumstances.
The University of Sydney reserves the right to make changes to this Scholarships program without notice and at its discretion.
For more information, please visit : official website

MBA Scholarships (Defence), School of Management, Cranfield University, UK

The Scholarships are open to successful MBA candidates from the Defence sector who want to pursue a full-time MBA at Cranfield School of Management.
  • Value: £12,000
  • Number of awards: 1
Apply by: 1st May 2013*
Scholarship details: Please note that these scholarships are offered on a competitive basis. There is no separate application form and if you would like to be considered for one this scholarship please indicate so in the application form, stating why you think you should be awarded it. You are strongly advised to apply by the scholarship deadline. Applicants who are awarded a scholarship will be notified at the time of the admissions decision.
The selection criteria for the scholarships will be based on both:
  • Strength of the application: an applicant’s achievements, academic credentials, professional track record and personal merit.
  • Interview: an assessment of the applicant’s communication and interpersonal skills, leadership and/or entrepreneurial potential as well as the candidate’s likely contribution to the professional and cultural make-up of the cohort.
Applicants from outside the EU who require a Visa to study in the UK are advised to submit their application sooner than the recommended deadline to ensure enough time is allowed for the visa application process to be completed.
* Candidates who apply after the scholarship deadline may still be considered if funds are available.
The recipient of this scholarship is expected to help promote Cranfield in their country or within their industry.
For more information, please visit : official website

MBA Scholarships (Energy), School of Management, Cranfield University, UK

The Scholarships are open to successful MBA candidates working in the Energy sector who want to pursue a full-time MBA at Cranfield School of Management.
  • Value: The value of each scholarship is up to £12,000 towards the tuition fees
  • Number of awards: 1
  • Eligibility: Self-funded applicants of any nationality from the Energy Sector
Apply by: 1st May 2013*
Scholarship details: Please note that these scholarships are offered on a competitive basis. There is no separate application form and if you would like to be considered for one this scholarship please indicate so in the application form, stating why you think you should be awarded it. You are strongly advised to apply by the scholarship deadline. Applicants who are awarded a scholarship will be notified at the time of the admissions decision.
The selection criteria for the scholarships will be based on both:
  • Strength of the application: an applicant’s achievements, academic credentials, professional track record and personal merit.
  • Interview: an assessment of the applicant’s communication and interpersonal skills, leadership and/or entrepreneurial potential as well as the candidate’s likely contribution to the professional and cultural make-up of the cohort. .
Applicants from outside the EU who require a Visa to study in the UK are advised to submit their application sooner than the recommended deadline to ensure enough time is allowed for the visa application process to be completed.
* Candidates who apply after the scholarship deadline may still be considered if funds are available.
The recipient of this scholarship is expected to help promote Cranfield in their country or within their industry.
For more information, please visit : official website

MI 35th Anniversary Independent Artist Program Scholarship, Musicians Institute, USA

The MI 35th Anniversary Independent Artist Program Scholarship will be awarded in Spring 2013 to a student (US or non-US citizen) newly enrolling in the Musicians Institute Independent Artist Program who clearly articulates their career goals as an independent artist within the music industry and demonstrates verifiable financial need.The scholarship is applicable for students enrolled in the MI Independent Artist Program program only, and may not be transferred to other programs or emphases within an AA degree.
Award
$1,500.00 tuition credit. Awardee must maintain enrollment at 12 units (fulltime status) during the full length of award period. Failure to maintain enrollment and satisfactory academic progress in the MI Independent Artist Program for the full duration of the scholarship may result in withdrawal of the award.
Eligibility
To be considered for the MI 35th Anniversary Independent Artist Program Scholarship, you must meet the following requirements:
  • Newly enrolled Independent Artist Program students only.
  • US citizen and non-US citizen.
  • Submit a 250-word essay explaining why you should be considered for the MI 35th Anniversary Independent Artist Program Scholarship. Include your goals; describe the extent of your financial need and any other factors you consider relevant.
  • Provide the completed application form including: Verifiable financial need (submit 2011 tax return or other means of income verification).
Application Deadline
For programs beginning: Spring 2013
Submit application by: March 1, 2013
Incomplete or late packages will not be accepted or returned. Scholarship awards are non-transferable.
All materials must be submitted in a complete package and mailed via US Postal Service to:
Musicians Institute
Scholarship Department
6752 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood, CA 90028
For more information, please visit : official website

MI 35th Anniversary Keyboard Technology Program Scholarship, Musicians Institute, USA

The MI 35th Anniversary Keyboard Technology Program Scholarship will be awarded in Spring 2013 to a student (US or non-US citizen) newly enrolling in the Musicians Institute Keyboard Technology Program who demonstrates overall outstanding musicianship and stylistic versatility.The scholarship is applicable for students enrolled in the Keyboard performance program only, and may not be transferred to “non-performance program” emphases ( Audio Engineering, Music Business, Independent Artist, Guitar Craft, or Film) within an AA degree.
Award
$1,500.00 tuition credit. Awardee must maintain enrollment at 12 units (fulltime status) during the full length of award period. Failure to maintain enrollment and satisfactory academic progress in the MI Keyboard Technology Program for the full duration of the scholarship may result in withdrawal of the award.
Eligibility
To be considered for an MI 35th Anniversary Keyboard Technology Scholarship, you must take the following steps:
  • Complete an MI 35th Anniversary Keyboard Technology Scholarship application (see application download instructions below).
  • US citizen and non-US citizen.
  • Submit a video recording (DVD format only) of you performing three (3) diverse songs (in any style on your instrument). It is recommended that this include two (2) live ensemble (band or duo) performances, and one (1) solo piece. You may use electric keyboards and/or acoustic piano.
Application Deadline
For programs beginning: Spring 2013
Submit application by: March 1, 2013
Incomplete or late packages will not be accepted or returned. Scholarship awards are non-transferable.
All materials must be submitted in a complete package and mailed via US Postal Service to:
Musicians Institute
Scholarship Department
6752 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood, CA 90028
For more information, please visit : official website