Sunday, September 29, 2013

2013 Sri Lankan Government Presidential Scholarships for Foreign Students, Sri Lanka

Each year, Government of Sri Lanka offers 100 scholarships for foreign students to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate degree commencing in December 2013 in Sri Lanka. Scholarships are open for courses of studies other than Medical & Dental Sciences. Every student is required to undergo an HIV/AIDS test within a month after arrival. Candidates should apply for this scholarship with the recommendation of the government scholarship nominating agency (Ministry/Institution) of the respective country till 15.10. 2013.

Saturday, September 28, 2013

International Postgraduate Research Scholarship at RMIT University in Australia, 2014

RMIT University is offering international postgraduate research scholarship for international student commencing a higher degree by research (Masters or PhD) at RMIT in 2014. Applicants must have been offered a place that is not conditional on meeting English language requirements or provides evidence of English language proficiency and meet the English language requirement of the HDR program before the closing date of the scholarship application. The scholarship provides tuition fees and the cost of an overseas student health cover policy for the duration of your program. The application deadline is 31 October 2013.

Friday, September 27, 2013

2014/15 Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme for International Students in Hong Kong

Research Grants Council (RGC) of Hong Kong offers PhD Fellowship Scheme for International Students in Hong Kong. More than 200 PhD Fellowships will be awarded in the 2014/15 academic year. The Fellowship provides an annual stipend of HK$240,000 (approximately US$30,000) and a conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$10,000 (approximately US$1,300) per year to each awardee for a period of upto three years. For awardees who need more than three years to complete their PhD studies, additional support may be provided by the chosen institutions. For details, please contact the concerned  institutions directly.

Thursday, September 26, 2013

The Distance Learner Online MPH Scholarship for International & Developing Country Students, 2014

Online MPHDegree.net is offering two online MPH scholarships for developing countries and international students in the USA. The purpose of the merit-based Distance Learner Online MPH Scholarship is to help public health students pay for the costs of their education. It may be awarded to anyone who is currently enrolled or will enroll in the next six months in a graduate level, online master of public health program. Total offer is of  $1000. 00. These are merit-based scholarships to deserving online MPH candidates for each calendar year. The application deadline is January 15th, 2014.

Chevening Scholarships for Postgraduate Students in UK, 2014/15

Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations offer Chevening scholarships for masters students. The programme provides full or part funding for full-time courses at postgraduate level, normally a one-year Master’s degree in any subject and at any UK university. Chevening scholarships cover tuition fees, a living allowance at a set rate (for one individual), an economy class return airfare to the UK and additional grants to cover essential expenditure. Some Scholarships cover part of the cost of studying in the UK; for example, tuition fees only or allowances only. The application deadline varies from country to country.

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Nigerian Conservation Foundation (Chief S.L Edu Research Grant )

The Nigerian Conservation Foundation with support from Chevron Nigeria Limited offers research grants to Nigerian citizens wishing to undertake research work in fields related to nature conservation and sustainable livelihood.  The grant shall be for three years leading to a PhD degree.
Candidates will be selected based on (among others) the quality of their research proposal.

UBA National Essay Contest (University Educational Grant)


UBA Foundation, through its Annual National Essay Competition, is offering another opportunity for Senior Secondary school students in Nigeria to win university educational grants.
This follows the commencement of the UBA Foundation National Essay Competition among senior secondary school students, organized by the Corporate Social Responsibility arm of the United Bank for Africa (UBA), where up to 2.25million naira will be given to three winners.
Eligibility
Applicants must be senior secondary school students in Nigerian Secondary schools.

Tuesday, September 24, 2013

EMMC Student Scholarships for International Master Students in Neuroscience, 2014

Applications are invited for two years Master scholarships in Neuroscience at Bordeaux Segalen University, VU University Amsterdam, University Medical Center Göttingen, Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, The University of Coimbra and Laval University. Category A scholarships should be considered as “full scholarships” covering all necessary costs of the student during his/her study period in Europe. Category B scholarships have to be considered as a “financial contribution” to the students costs. Candidates from all countries can apply for the Erasmus Mundus Master Program. The application deadline is December 5th 2013.

Monday, September 23, 2013

2014 Mini-Fellowship Program for International Scholars in Clinical Sleep Medicine, USA

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine is inviting applications for the 2014 Mini-fellowship program for international scholars. This program consists of a 5-week training program in clinical sleep Medicine. Up to ten candidates will be selected from the countries outside the United States or Canada. Preference will be given to candidates from lower-income countries. Upon completion of the five-week training program and submission of an evaluation, a certificate of completion will be issued to each participant. The deadline to apply is November 4, 2013.

Sunday, September 22, 2013

Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship Program at Columbia University in USA, 2014

Earth Institute at Columbia University is offering a postdoctoral fellowship program in the USA. The EI Fellows program provides innovative postdoctoral scholars with the opportunity to build a foundation in one of the core disciplines represented within the Earth Institute. International and US applicants are eligible for this fellowship. Minorities and women are welcome. Duration of fellowship is two years which include annual salary, research stipend, housing and other benefits. Online application should be submitted by November 15, 2013.

Nestlé MBA Scholarships for Women from Developing Countries

Nestlé MBA Scholarships for Women

Course(s) Offered: Business, management
Course Level: Masters (MBA)
Provider: Nestlé, IMD
Country to Study in: Switzerland

Scholarship Description
The Nestlé Scholarship for Women was first awarded in 1997 and was initiated by a group of IMD- Switzerland- MBA (Masters in Business Administration) participants who desired to encourage women to take the MBA courses. Preference are given to women from developing countries including but not limited to African female Students.

Saturday, September 21, 2013

IMD MBA Alumni Scholarships for International Students

IMD MBA Alumni Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: Business, management
Course Level: Masters (MBA)
Provider:Shell, IMD MBA Alumni
Country to Study in: Switzerland

Scholarship Description
The five IMD MBA Alumni Scholarships are designed to encourage diversity in the class, with each awarded to a different region: Asia, Africa/Middle East, Latin America, Eastern Europe and Western Europe/North America/Oceania.

Jim Ellert MBA Scholarships for Africans, Southeast Asians, and Central/Eastern Europeans

Jim Ellert MBA Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: Business Administration
Course Level: Postgraduate (MBA)
Provider: IMD
Country to Study in: Switzerland

Scholarship Description
Jim Ellert MBA Scholarships are intended to attract students from Africa, Central and Eastern Europe (including all former Soviet republics), and the South-Eastern Asian Peninsula (Thailand, Myramar, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia)

Friday, September 20, 2013

Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Bursary Awards in South Africa, 2014

Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries is funding undergraduate and postgraduate bursary awards in South Africa. The funding will cover tuition, accommodation, books, meals and monthly allowance. Women and person with disabilities are eligible for this bursary. Applicants will be notified on 27 January 2014. Application must be submitted via post by 30 September 2013.

UNU Fellowship in International Organizations MBA Programme for Developing Countries

Univ of Geneva/United Nations University
Masters (MS) Degree

Deadline: 15 Nov / 1 Mar (annual)

Study in: Geneva, Switzerland
Course starts September 2014

Brief description:
The University of Geneva and UNU share a strong commitment to capacity development, especially aiming to enhance the capacity of individuals and institutions in developing countries. Therefore, in line with UNU’s capacity-development focus, the University of Geneva will offer UNU fellowships for the International Organizations MBA Programme.

Training Fellowships in Public Health and Tropical Medicine for Developing Countries, 2014

The Wellcome Trust is funding training fellowships in Public Health and Tropical Medicine. Researchers who are at an early stage from low- and middle-income countries can apply for this fellowship. The fellowship provides basic salary, research expenses, training costs, an inflation and flexible funding allowance, overseas allowances up to three years. Training may be undertaken at centres of excellence regionally or internationally in a low- or middle-income country.
Study Subject(s): The fellowship is awarded in Public Health and Tropical Medicine in UK.
Course Level: This fellowship is offered for researchers who are at an early stage with opportunities for research experience and high-quality research training at an eligible sponsoring institution in a low and middle income country.

HEC-EGIDE/Eiffel Scholarships for Students from Developing Countries

HEC-EGIDE/Eiffel Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: Business, Administration
Course Level: Graduate (masters)
Provider: EGIDE, HEC
Country to Study in: France

Scholarship Description
Launched in January 1999 by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Ministère des Affaires Etrangères), the Eiffel Scholarship is designed to bolster international recruiting by French schools of higher education, at a time when competition to attract top foreign students is growing among developed countries.

Fondation Rainbow Bridge MBA Scholarships for African and Asian Women

Fondation Rainbow Bridge MBA Scholarships for African and Asian Women

Course(s) Offered: Business Admin & related fields
Course Level: Graduate (MBA)
Provider: Fondation Rainbow Bridge
Country to Study in: France (Paris)

Thursday, September 19, 2013

Shell Nigeria (SPDC) University Scholarship Award Scheme for Nigerian students

Shell Nigeria Joint Venture University Scholarship Scheme

Course(s) Offered: Any field
Course Level: Undergraduate (all degree programs)
Provider: SPDC Joint Venture
Country to Study in: Nigeria

Eni Full Masters Scholarships for African Students from Angola, Ghana, Libya, Mozambique and Nigeria

Eni Full Masters Scholarships for African Students

Course(s) Offered: Social sciences, Humanities
Course Level: Postgraduate (masters)
Provider: Eni Oil & Gas, St Antony’s College Oxford
Country to Study in: UK

INSEAD-Syngenta MBA Scholarships (€22,500) for Developing Country Scholars

INSEAD-Syngenta MBA Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: Business Administration
Course Level: Graduate (masters, MBA)
Provider: Syngenta, INSEAD
Country to Study in: France, Singapore

International Development Scholarships in MBA at University of Cranfield

International Development Scholarships at University of Cranfield

Study Subjects: Business, management
Scholarship Level: Postgraduate (masters)
Scholarship Provider: University of Cranfield
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

INSEAD Nelson Mandela MBA Scholarships (Up to €20,000) for Africans

INSEAD MBA Scholarships for Africans

Course(s) Offered: Business Administration
Course Level: Masters (MBA)
Provider: INSEAD
Country to Study in: France, Singapore

Mo Ibrahim MBA Scholarships for Africa at London Business School

Mo Ibrahim Foundation MBA Scholarships for Sub-Saharan Africa

Study Subject(s): Business administration
Course Level: Postgraduate (Masters)
Scholarship Provider: Mo Ibrahim Foundation
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Mo Ibrahim Foundation Scholarships for Africans

List of Mo Ibrahim Foundation Scholarships for African Students (to Support Aspiring Leaders for the African continent)

Courses Offered: Leadership, Development and related fields
Course Level: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (masters, Phd, fellowships, trainings)
Provider: Mo Ibrahim Foundation
Country to Study in: Any country (UK, Africa)

Canon Collins Distance Learning MBA Scholarships for Sub-Saharan Africans

Canon Collins Distance Learning MBA Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: Business
Course Level: Graduate (masters)
Provider: Canon Collins Trust
Country to Study in: Online (Any Country)

Scholarship Description
Canon Collins Trust selects scholars on behalf of Edinburgh Business School (EBS) for its distance learning MBA scholarships. There are two intakes each year.

The aim of the Scholarship Programme is to support life long learning amongst communities where it will make a positive contribution towards their development, and give individuals valuable post-graduate education which will enhance their day to day work.

Canon Collins Trust will select disadvantaged individuals who have the motivation and capacity to undertake the Distance Learning MBA, but who face funding difficulties.

Quentin Bryce Law Doctoral Scholarships at University of Technology Sydney in Australia, 2014

The Faculty of Law offers the Quentin Bryce Law Doctoral (QBLD) scholarships for commencing Doctor of Philosophy program (domestic and international students) to promote and reward quality research within the faculty. Scholarships are provided in the field of law. Applicants must have completed a Masters Degree by research or a Bachelor Degree with first class honours, or be regarded by the University as having an equivalent level of attainment in accordance with clause. Benefits offered under the scholarships include a stipend of $30,000 per annum for 3 years and a research support fund of $1,500 per annum. Application deadline is 25 October 2013 for autumn 2014 applications.

Canon Collins Trust LLB Scholarships at University of Western Cape in South Africa, 2014

Canon Collins Trust is inviting applications for LLB scholarships for the current second or third year students (going into their 3rd or 4th year in 2014) studying for an LLB at the University of the Western Cape. Awards are likely to be around R 25,000 per academic year. Funding will provide for up to two years. The students of  South Africa can apply for these law scholarships. The application deadline is 30 September 2013.

PhD Studentship for UK/EU and Overseas Students at Warwick Medical School in UK, 2014

Warwick Medical School offers PhD Studentship for UK/EU and Overseas Students. Studentship is provided in the field of biomedical cell biology. Candidates should have at least a 2:1 degree in a relevant subject, and be able to demonstrate relevant understanding, interests and abilities. One studentship is offered for 4 years. Application deadline is 20th September 2013.

Whitaker International Fellows and Scholars Program for US Applicants, 2014/15

Institute of International Education offers international scholars program for US applicants to study abroad (except U.S. or Canada). Fellows (pre-doctoral) go abroad for one academic year (9-12 months) while scholars (post-doctoral) go abroad for one semester or up two academic years (24 months). This program sends young Biomedical Engineers, anywhere outside the U.S. or Canada for conducting academic or scientific research in a university or laboratory or pursuing coursework at an academic institution.

Victoria Fernandes Scholarship for PhD Applicants at University of Warwick in UK, 2014/15

University of Warwick, School of Engineering offers scholarship for PhD applicants in the UK. Scholarship is provided in the field of Engineering. UK/EU and overseas students can apply for this scholarship. Overseas applicants are welcome to apply but, if successful, will have to pay the difference between the Home and Overseas Fees. Candidates must have already applied to the University of Warwick and hold a valid offer from the School of Engineering for a PhD in Engineering only. The Scholarship will pay an annual stipend at the standard rate (currently £13,726) and Tuition Fees at the Home/EU rate.

Lloyd’s Register Foundation PhD Top Up Scholarships for International Researchers in Australia, 2014

The Centre for Offshore Foundation Systems (COFS) is offering scholarships to bring together one of the largest teams of researchers in offshore geomechanics anywhere in the world at the University of Western Australia. These scholarships are funded through a collaborative agreement with The Lloyd’s Register Foundation. The scholarships are available for pursuing PhD degree level. Scholarships are provided in the field of Civil and Resource Engineering. The scholarships will provide $15000. The Lloyd’s Register Foundation is an independent charity working to achieve advances in transportation, science, engineering & technology education, training and research worldwide for the benefit of all. Application should be submitted till October 31, 2013.

2013/14 International Scholarships at Coventry University in UK

Coventry University offers international scholarships for pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degree level in the UK. Scholarships are allocated on the basis of academic merit (Applicants must hold A-levels or equivalent at grades BBC). There is no separate scholarship application process: all applications from self-funded international students from any non-EU country will automatically be considered for a merit award.

Junior Clinical Training Scholarship in Equine Studies at University of Cambridge in UK, 2013

The Department of Clinical Veterinary Medicine at University of Cambridge is inviting applications for junior clinical training scholarship starting from 1 October 2013. This one year scholarship is offered high-quality postgraduate training in equine studies. To be eligible for this scholarship, an applicant must be a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons or hold a veterinary degree qualifying him or her for membership. Applications close on 15 September 2013.

MTCP Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies in Malaysia, 2014

Malaysian Government offers scholarship for postgraduate studies in Malaysia. The duration of the award is 36 months for PhD and between 12 to 24 months for Masters Programme. International students can apply for these scholarships. To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must not be more than 45 years of age during application. Students must have a minimum of second class upper (Honours) or a CGPA of 3.5/4.0 at Bachelor Degree Level for Masters Degree program and for PhD programme must possess CGPA 3.5/4.0 or very good result at masters degree level in a similar field of intended PhD study. The application deadline is 30th September 2013.

Postgraduate Fellowship for US and International Applicants at IHME in USA, 2014

Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) is funding postgraduate fellowship in the USA. This fellowship combines academic research, education and training and professional work with progressive on-the-job training and mentoring from a group of professors and researchers. US and international applicants that have received their PhD or MD/ equivalent degree are eligible to apply for this fellowship. English language proficiency is required. Online application must be submitted by November 1.

Merit Scholarship for International Students at Curtin University in Australia, 2014

Curtin University offers Merit Scholarship for International Students in Australia. Scholarship is provided in the faculty of business, health sciences, humanities and science & engineering. This scholarship is available for pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degree level. Applicants must be citizens of Bangladesh, Brazil, Colombia, India, Kenya, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Zambia or Zimbabwe. Students cannot apply for this scholarship if they are a recipient of or have applied for any other Curtin University scholarship. The scholarship will provide 25% of the first year tuition fee, up to a maximum of AUD$10,000. The application deadline is February 14, 2014.

Pybus Bursary for Postgraduate Students at Newcastle University in UK, 2014

Northern Branch of the Business and Professional Women UK Ltd (BPW) offers Pybus Bursary for postgraduate students at Newcastle University in the UK. Students may be from any discipline but must be registered on a Postgraduate degree course at Newcastle University. Awards of up to £2,000 are available. The application deadline is 10 February 2014.

INSEAD Freddy Salem Scholarships for West African Students, 2013/14

INSEAD Freddy Salem Postgraduate Scholarships for students of  West African country but INSEAD shall particularly seek candidates from Nigeria, Ghana, Togo and Benin. Scholarships are available for pursuing MBA in France and Singapore. INSEAD Freddy Salem Scholarships are provided by INSEAD Business School and cover up to €20,000. Deadlines for the applications are 3rd February 2013 for July Class (starts in September 2013) and 22nd August 2013 for December Class (starts in January 2014). The INSEAD scholarships are available for both the Fontainebleau and Singapore campuses.

International Undergraduate Scholarships at University of the West of Scotland, UK 2013

University of the West of Scotland offers international undergraduate scholarships for the students of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Ghana, Nigeria and Thailand in UK. 12 scholarships will cover 25% fee reduction upon entry into year one of an undergraduate degree programme and are available for one year. Applicants should have received an offer for entry into the first year of an undergraduate degree at the University of the West of Scotland. Students will also be entitled to a further 10% discount if you pay your fees in full, prior to or on enrolment, providing this is within one week of formal classes commencing.

GDAI – MA Scholarships for African Students at SOA...

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CIAPS Commonwealth Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Nigeria, 2013/14

CIAPS is offering commonwealth scholarships for one-year postgraduate study at CIAPS in 2013-14. Scholarships are available for Commonwealth citizens or the residents in a developing Commonwealth country. Applicants must hold a first degree of at least upper second-class standard or higher qualification. Every successful applicant will receive 5,000GBP (8,000USD) for his or her tuition fees at CIAPS for the duration of the recipient’s one-year postgraduate study.

Netherlands Fellowship Programmes for Master’s Degree, PhD Research and Short Courses, 2013/14

Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs under the budget for development cooperation is offering Netherlands Fellowship Programmes (NFP) for developing country applicants. The fellowship is available for master’s, PhD and short courses. Students must be a national of, and working and living in one of the countries in the NFP country list valid at the time of application. If for whatever reason a candidate stays in another country other than his or her home country for more than 90 days before the start of the course and/ or programme, he or she is not considered to be living and working in his or her home country. Nuffic receives thousands of fellowship applications each year. Only a small percentage of these applications are eventually granted a fellowship. Application should be submitted till 1St October 2013.

PhD and MSc Degree Scholarships for International Students at African University, 2013

African Development Bank is funding scholarships for international students in Maize value chain of the project “Support to Agricultural Research for Development of Strategic Crops in Africa (SARD-SC)”. Eight MSc and four PhD scholarships are awarded at any reputable African university in one of the eligible countries (Ghana, Mali, Nigeria and Zambia) from 2013 onwards. Scholarship will include stipend, research costs, tuition, travel and insurance. Application should be submitted by 30th August 2013.

GDAI – MA Scholarships for African Students at SOAS, University of London in UK, 2014

Mo Ibrahim Foundation is funding three full-time GDAI – MA scholarships at SOAS, University of London in UK. Applicants of Africa countries are eligible for this MSc scholarship. One year funding covers fees, accommodation and living cost for the year. Selection criteria for scholarships are academic merit and references. Complete application should be send electronically or by post.

Africa London Nagasaki Master’s Scholarships for African Scientists in UK & Japan, 2014

Africa London Nagasaki (ALN) scholarship fund offers Master’s scholarships for Africans to undertake a Master’s degree in a subject relevant to the control of infectious disease in Africa. The awards will support a candidate to undertake an MSc at either the Institute of Tropical Medicine, Nagasaki University, Japan or at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK. Priority will be given to candidates at an early stage of their scientific career. An award will only be made on condition that the candidate meets the criteria set for entry on the course for which they have applied. The application deadline is 27th September 2013.

TRECCAfrica Postgraduate Scholarships for Africans in Africa, 2013/14

The TRECCAfrica is funding Postgraduate scholarships to students and staff from various African countries to study at one of the consortium partners. There are seven full-degree Master’s positions, 15 Master’s exchanges and seven PhD exchange positions available. The scholarships cover travel costs, tuition fees and a living allowance for a period of up to 10 months and PhD exchanges will be for a period of up to 12 months. Online application should be submitted by 30 September 2013.

The Microsoft Research PhD Scholarship Programme in UK, 2014

The Microsoft Research offers PhD scholarship in (Microsoft Research in Cambridge) the UK. This scholarship is available for PhD supervisors from academic institutions in EMEA. The supervisor has up to one year to find the best possible student for the project. Approximately 20 projects are selected for funding up to a maximum of three years. For an application to be considered, the proposed research must be closely related to the research carried out at Microsoft Research in Cambridge. Application should be submitted till 26th September 2013.

Doctoral Scholarship at University of Bonn in Germany, 2013

The Center for Development Research, University of Bonn Department Ecology and Natural Resources Management is offering scholarship to pursue PhD programme. African candidates are highly encouraged to apply for this PhD scholarship. Duration of PhD scholarship is three years which covers living, research as well as travel cost. Application must be send by September, 30, 2013.

International Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Energy and Engineering at NWU in South Africa, 2014

The North-West University (NWU) is offering a postdoctoral research fellowship for undertaking a research project in Energy and Engineering. The contract will be awarded for an initial period of 1 year, renewable for a second and third year subject to the candidate showing satisfactory progress in his/her research project. The work will commence January 2014. To be eligible for this fellowship, the applicant must have obtained a PhD degree and must have an engineering background. The scheme is open to nationals of all countries. The closing date for applications is 30 November 2013.

SPDC Joint Venture University Scholarship Award Scheme in Nigeria, 2012/2013

The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited Scholarship Scheme offers for first year students in all Nigerian universities. This opportunity is to study with an annual grant from the SPDC JV for the full duration of the course. The programme aims to promote academic excellence and improve the skills-base among young Nigerians. Nigerian students must be have enrolled in the bachelors program for 2012/13 academic session. The online application will be submitted by September 30, 2013.