Italy - Masters Scholarships 2010/11-Navigation/Related Applications

The Politecnico di Torino offers international students The Masters Scholarships in Navigation and Related Applications for the year 2010/11 in Italy

The Politecnico di Torino offers international students the possibility to receive a scholarship and other benefits attending a II level specializing master program. The initiative is promoted by the Politecnico di Torino and the Compagnia di San Paolo.

Eligibility:

• In order to be admitted into the II Level Specializing Master program, applicants must possess a 5-year (10 semesters) university degree. Applications from students who possess a 4-year (8 semesters) university degree may be possibly evaluated by the selection commission.
• The MNA program is addressed to graduate students having completed a Master of Science Degree or an equivalent title in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Enviromental Engeneering, Communication Engineering, Information Technology or related subjects.
• Written and spoken English is required (English is the official language of the MNA), together with basic notions in communication theory and electronics.
• To profitably follow the Specializing Master program, candidates should have some background in the areas:

1. Principles of digital communications
2. Principles of digital signal processing
3. Basics of electromagnetic wave propagation
4. Basics of software tools (e.g. Matlab) and programming languages (e.g. C)

• No basic knowledge in navigation is required. A lack of background in one or two areas is considered acceptable.

How to apply:

1. Visit http://didattica.polito.it/master/navigation/09-HowToApply.html for application procedure.
2. Apply online at http://apply.polito.it/

Scholarship Deadline:

12 a.m. (Italian time) on May 17th, 2010

Source:

http://didattica.polito.it/master/navigation/

Italy - Masters Scholarships 2010/11-Wireless Systems/Related Technologies

The Politecnico di Torino offers international students The Masters Scholarships in Wireless Systems and Related Technologies for the year 2010/11 in Italy

The Politecnico di Torino offers international students the possibility to receive a scholarship and other benefits attending a II level specializing master program. The initiative is promoted by the Politecnico di Torino and the Compagnia di San Paolo.

Eligibility:

• In order to be admitted into the second level Specializing Master program, applicants must possess a 5-year (10 semesters) university degree. Applications from students who possess a 4-year (8 semesters) university degree may be possibly evaluated by the selection commission.
• The MWST program is addressed to graduate students having completed a curriculum in Electronic engineering, Telecommunication engineering, Information technology or equivalent subjects.
• Prospective candidates must have good command of written and spoken English, together with basic notions in communication theory and electronics. All tuition will be in English.
• To profitably follow the II Level Specializing Master program, candidates should have some background in the areas:

1. Fourier Transforms
2. Stochastic Variables and Processes
3. Elements of Digital Transmission
4. Elements of Communication Networks
5. Protocols Basics of Semiconductor Devices and Materials
6. Transmission Line Theory
7. Basics of Analog and Digital Electronic Circuits
8. Basics of Electromagnetic Wave Propagation

• A lack of background in one or two areas is considered acceptable, while having no background in four or more of the above fields should discourage application.

How to apply:

1. Apply online at http://apply.polito.it/.
2. Visit http://didattica.polito.it/master/wireless/09-HowToApply.html for further details.

Selection Criteria:

1. After the application deadline a Master committee will evaluate the candidatures.
2. At the end of the selection process, a provisional list of standings will be posted up to the Official Register of the Politecnico di Torino and, at the same time, will be published on this site.
3. These ones will be the only official communication about the outcomes of the selection .
4. The list will give the names of the students who have been selected and the names of the eligible applicants that may be selected in the event of a renunciation of chosen candidates.
5. When the provisional list of standings is posted up to the Official Register on the Politecnico di Torino and on this site, an e-mail message will be sent to all the selected and eligible applicants summarising the procedures for the enrolment. This message will be sent to the address(es) specified by the students themselves in their on-line application form.

Scholarship Deadline:

12 a.m. (Italian time) on May 17th, 2010

Source:

http://didattica.polito.it/master/wireless/

Graduate Degree Fellowship Program 2010/11-IIEF-Indonesia

The Indonesian International Education Foundation and The New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) offers The Graduate Degree Fellowship Program to US citizen or US permanent resident holder or citizen of Asia Pacific region including Russia for the year 2011 in Indonesia

IEF in coorperation with the East-West Center is giving Master Degre Scholarship Program for individuals who are interested in joining the education and research program of University of Hawaii, Manoa to obtain their Masters Degree.

Scholarship Details:

1. This scholarship is available for Masters Degree (24 months) and Doctorate Degree (48 months). Through this program, scholars will have the opportunity to join research projects in their field of studies such as economy, politics and security, environmental, population and health, education as well as development in Asia Pacific region. Furthermore, University of Hawaii, Manoa also offers to certify Master Degree programs in the fields of Leaership Study, International Cultural Study, Population Study and Resources Management Study.

Who may apply:

1. Applicants have to be US citizen or US permanent resident holder or citizen of Asia Pacific region including Russia.
2. Applicants have to register themselves in one of the Masters Degree programs at University of Hawaii, Manoa or already registered as students of Master Degree at University of Hawaii, Mano.
3. Have minimum TOEFL (international) grade of 213 Computer-Based Testing/550 Paper Based Testing/ 79-80 Internet-Based Testing and GRE/GMAT (according to terms in each field of studies).
4. Applicants have to complete all requirements in order to gain the exhange visitor visa (J-visa).

How to apply:

1. For application form visit http://www.eastwestcenter.org/education/student-programs/opportunities-for-study/ewc-graduate-degree-fellowship/.
2. Final date of submission every year would be on 1 November.
3. For registration form and complete information, please contact IIEF at Menara Imperium Lt. 28 Suite B; Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said, Jakarta Selatan; Tel. 021-8317330.

Scholarship Deadline:

1st November, 2010

Source:

http://www.iief.or.id/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=17&Itemid=8

TropEd Advanced Modules 2010/11-CIHD-UK

The UCL Institute of Child Health offers The TropEd Advanced Modules a TropEd student for the year 2010/11 in UK

The UCL Centre for International Health and Development (CIHD) is a member of TropEd, a network of international partner institutions for higher education in international health. TropEd collaborates closely with institutions in Asia, Africa, and the Americas in providing postgraduate education and training opportunities.

Eligibility:

TropEd students are eligible.

How to apply:

1. For application form visit http://www.ucl.ac.uk/cihd/postgraduate/troped_application_form.doc.
2. You must complete all sections of the application form. Completed application forms should be returned to the TropEd administrator at the postal or email address

Application Mailing Address:

Postgraduate Teaching Office
UCL Centre for International Health and Development
Institute of Child Health
30 Guilford Street
London WC1N 1EH
Direct telephone +44 (0)20 7905 2646
Email: cihdsc@ich.ucl.ac.uk or troped@ich.ucl.ac.uk

Further Information:

Visit http://www.ucl.ac.uk/cihd/postgraduate/TropEd__info_letter.

Application Deadline:

1st August, 2010

Source:

http://www.ucl.ac.uk/cihd/postgraduate/troped_optional_modules

European MSc International Health Programme 2010/11-Erasmus Mundus-UK

The Erasmus Mundus Program offers The European MSc International Health Programme for the year 2010/11 to Graduate Students at The University College London in UK

The European MSc in International Health is a prestigious one year full time degree taught in English and is jointly provided by eight participating tropEd institutions. Students experience the diverse expertise and teaching and learning approaches to international health that each participating institution has to offer. The main objective of the programme is to raise awareness of current global health concerns. Students become qualified to identify and critically analyse key factors shaping the health and well-being of populations in low- and middle-income countries and to formulate effective and appropriate responses to complex health-related issues.

Eligibility:

Following are eligible:

1. You are graduate student from one of the 27 EU Member States, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Croatia, Turkey or the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia O
2. You are a Third-country student who is/was resident and carry(ied) out your main activity for more than a total of 12 months over the last five years in these countries.

How to apply:

Please complete and return this form with the all the required documents to the following address:

tropEd Erasmus Mundus Secretariat
DAERI – case 143, 146 rue Leo Saignat
F-33076 Bordeaux, France
Email: deborah.didio@u-bordeaux2.fr
Tel: 00 33 (0)5 57 57 48 24

Application Form:

Visit http://erasmusmundus.troped.org/application_form_catB.pdf?id=17C6CC05E2F81B1036F1E416B6AB7BE4.

Application Deadline:

26th April, 2010

Source:

http://erasmusmundus.troped.org/

Center for Study of Human Rights at The London School of Economic MPhil/PhD Scholarship 2010/11

The Center for Study of Human Rights at The London School of Economics offers The Frederick Bonnart Braunthal Scholarships to Current and prospective LSE MPhil/PhD students for the year 2010/11 in UK

The Frederick Bonnart-Braunthal Scholarship programme is aimed at combating intolerance. It supports research to this end, from any academic discipline. Current and prospective LSE MPhil/PhD students working in areas relevant to religious, racial and cultural intolerance are invited to apply.

Scholarship Details:

• (up to) four-year award beginning in October 2010;
• the award has an annual value of £15,000, which will cover fees in all cases;
• the remainder of the award once fees have been paid will be made available for maintenance purposes;
• the award is renewable annually subject to satisfactory academic performance;
• to be awarded on the basis of potential to make a difference in and around the study of intolerance.
• The scholarship will be coordinated by the LSE Centre for the Study of Human Rights, so in addition to joining the academic department of their supervisor, the successful recipient will have the opportunity to become a junior research associate of the Centre. They will be invited to play a part in the intellectual life of the Centre by, for example, leading a research seminar on their work.

Eligibility:

1. Current and prospective LSE MPhil/PhD students working in areas relevant to religious, racial and cultural intolerance are invited to apply.
2. If you wish to be considered for other LSE scholarships, including the LSE Research Studentship Scheme, you will also need to complete the Postgraduate Research Scholarship Application Form, available from the Financial Support Office website.

How to apply:

1. If you are not already registered on (or have yet to be accepted onto) an LSE doctoral programme, please contact the staff member you are interested in working with at the earliest available opportunity. Prospective students will also need to submit an application for admission to the School via the LSE Graduate Admissions Office.
2. In order to be considered for the Frederick Bonnart-Braunthal Scholarship, you will need to have a formal offer of a place on an LSE doctoral programme and be nominated by your prospective supervisor.
3. The scholarship application should take the form of the following:

• a completed application form, which includes a personal statement of no more than 1500 words;
• a curriculum vitae which includes your academic background; and
• a supporting statement (in the form of a letter of reference) from your (prospective) supervisor.

Application Form:

Please visit http://www.lse.ac.uk/collections/humanRights/research/phdForm.doc

Scholarship Deadline:

Noon Thursday 29 April 2010.

Source:

http://www.lse.ac.uk/collections/humanRights/research/PhdScholarship.htm

University College London MPhil/PhD Research Opportunities 2010/11

The University College London offers The MPhil/PhD Research Opportunities for the year 2010/11 in UK

The research degree programme at CIHD aims to provide interesting, challenging and excellent training for exceptional students so that they may successfully pursue careers in research, training, medicine, child health or public health. Students are initially registered for an MPhil, upgrading to a PhD subject to satisfactory academic progress.

Program Details:

MPhil/PhD research in CIHD normally has an international dimension, often with field work carried out abroad. The programme lasts three years, if taken full-time, or five years if part-time.  Students, with help from their supervisory committees, finalise their research proposal during the first year. This may require travel to the study site to collect preliminary data, pilot questionnaires etc.

How to apply:

For an application pack please contact:

Postgraduate Teaching Office
UCL Centre for International Health and Development
Institute of Child Health
30 Guilford Street
London WC1N 1EH
Email: cihdcour@ich.ucl.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)207 905 2119

Application Deadline:

1st August, 2010

Source:

http://www.ucl.ac.uk/cihd/postgraduate/PhD_information_page

Emerging Markets Development Advisers Program to MBA/MA students and graduates of International Development/Relations program for the year 2010/11 in USA

The Institute of International Education offers The Emerging Markets Development Advisers Program to MBA/MA students and graduates of International Development/Relations program for the year 2010/11 in USA

The Emerging Markets Development Advisers Program (EMDAP), formerly known as the “Free Market Development Advisers Program (FMDAP)” was initiated in 1992. Since then, over 230 Advisers have participated in the program, providing assistance to over 150+ businesses and organizations in 46 USAID-assisted countries. EMDAP advisers — all students and recent graduates of U.S. MBA or Masters programs — represent 86 graduate schools.

Eligibility:

Applicants must:

1. U.S. citizens
2. o Note: If you are not a US citizen your application will be only considered contingent upon visa regulations of the host country.
3. Have worked a minimum of two – three years in such areas as: marketing, banking, finance, business management, information systems management, or consulting, etc.
4. Be recent graduates (within 5 years) of a masters degree program
5. OR current students who will have completed their first year of coursework in an accredited U.S. MBA or MA program in international management/ finance/development or international affairs/studies.
6. If not yet graduated, obtain approval for the ten-month leave between the first and second year of the graduate program from their U.S. academic institution and this institution’s endorsement of their candidacy if the student will still be enrolled in their academic institution at the time of the assignment.

Program Benefits:

1. One-year professional, hands-on work experience in a developing economy.
2. The unique opportunity to network with international businesses and NGOs.
3. Become a published author with the publication of the EMDAP Case Study book.
4. Immerse yourself in the local culture during the 10/12-month assignment.
5. Enhance professional opportunities to work with USAID, its implementing partners, and emerging markets.

How to apply:

Please visit http://www.iie.org/en/Programs/EMDAP/Application for detailed application instructions.

Selection process:

Selected in open, merit-based national competitions, the Advisers reflect the diverse population of students enrolled in graduate international business & development programs across the United States.

Application Deadline:

May 7, 2010

Source:

http://www.iie.org/en/Programs/EMDAP

PhD Studentships in Henley Business School University of Reading

University of Reading – Henley Business School, The School of Management

Study in the School of management, part of the triple-accredited Henley Business School at the University of Reading. We are ideally located, just 25 minutes by train from central London, in our new £35million pound building, home to cutting-edge facilities. The University itself is world-ranked by The Times and consistently rated among the UK’s most research intensive institutions.

PhD FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

The School of Management is offering five studentships for full-time PhD students enrolling in October 2010. These will cover tuition fees at the home/EU rate and pay an annual maintenance stipend of around £15,290 for three years. Overseas applicants are welcome to apply, but will need to pay the balance between overseas and home/EU fees. Continuation of the stipend will be subject to a progress review.

For further information on studentships and funding please see:http://www.henley.reading.ac.uk/management/pg-research/mgmt-pgrfunding.aspx

To be considered for a studentship you must undertake a PhD project specified by our faculty members. You will benefit directly from your supervisor’s expertise in this research topic, as well as their wider network of national and international collaborators. Projects currently available span areas including:

• Business history
• Human resource management
• International business
• Leadership
• Marketing
• Organisational behaviour
• Strategic marketing

For detailed information on available projects in each of these fields please see:http://www.henley.reading.ac.uk/management/pg-research/mgmt-phd-projects.aspx

We also welcome applications from self-funded students to work on these projects and may offer fee remission at the home/EU rate for strong candidates who come with their own funding.

Please visit our website or contact us for further information: management@henley.reading.ac.uk

Phd Positions: Operations Research and Business Statistics in KULeuven

The Faculty of Business and Economics KULeuven; Research Center for Operations Research and Business Statistics (ORSTAT) are looking for

• DOCTORAL SCHOLAR (F/M) – ABV201024
• DOCTORAL SCHOLAR (F/M) – ABV201027

We offer an employment as full-time doctoral scholar starting on 1 October 2010, for 1 year, renewable till 4 years.

DOCTORAL SCHOLAR (F/M) – ABV201024

Your Opportunities

• The Research Group ORSTAT (Operations Research and Business Statistics) has an opening for a full-time predoctoral research assistant (m/f).
• You will conduct research and work towards a Ph.D. in Applied Economics on the FWO project “Online market research surveys”. This research project is performed in cooperation with Prof. M. Vandebroek.
• You will find a dynamic and pleasant working environment, in a group which conducts research at the highest international level.

The candidate is also expected to participate in seminars and conferences, and to enroll in the Phd program of the Faculty of Business and Economics. The candidate can be asked to give guidance to students (e.g., by supervising their master’s thesis) and to supervise exams.

Your Profile

• Candidates should have a strong interest in statistics, econometrics, or mathematics and preferably have a background as Master of Science in Statistics, Mathematics, Applied Economics, Business Engineering, Economics, Civil Engineering or Computer Science.
• An average yearly result of “distinction” during the university education is required, as is a decent knowledge of written and spoken English. Master’s and undergraduate students in their last year are especially encouraged to apply.

DOCTORAL SCHOLAR (F/M) – ABV201027

Your Opportunities

Research Assistant in Statistics.

• The Research Group ORSTAT (Operations Research and Business Statistics) has an opening for a full-time predoctoral research assistant (m/f).
• You will conduct research in statistics, which should lead to a Ph.D. in Applied Economics.
• A variety of research topics is possible; some key words are: semi- and nonparametric statistics, robust statistics, smoothing, time series analysis, You will find a dynamic and pleasant working environment, in a group which conducts research at the highest international level.
• The candidate is also expected to participate in seminars and conferences, and to enroll in the Phd program of the Faculty of Business and Economics. The candidate can be asked to give guidance to students (e.g., by supervising their master’s thesis) and to supervise exams.

Your Profile

• Candidates should have a strong interest in statistics, econometrics, or mathematics and preferably have a background as Master of Science in Statistics, Mathematics, Applied Economics, Business Engineering, Economics, Civil Engineering or Computer Science.
• An average yearly result of “distinction” during the university education is required, as is a decent knowledge of written and spoken English.
• Master’s and undergraduate students in their last year are especially encouraged to apply.

OUR OFFER

We offer an employment as full-time doctoral scholar starting on 1 October 2010, for 1 year, renewable till 4 years.

INTERESTED

Please visit http://www.kuleuven.be/vacatures and apply online.

For more information about the job description, please contact

Prof. dr. M. Vandebroek
Martina.Vandebroek@econ.kuleuven.be
tel:+32 16 326975

Applications must be received no later than 1/06/2010.

K.U.Leuven carries out an equal opportunity and diversity policy.