Developing World Scholarships in Analytical Chemistry

The purpose of the scheme is to assist citizens of Developing World countries to visit the UK or Ireland to acquire new analytical science knowledge, or experience of analytical science teaching, learning or training methods, which would be applied on return to their Home Country. The emphasis would be very much on achieving a practical and beneficial impact in their Home Country, rather than on purely academic research.
2. Eligibility of Applicant
2.1 Applicants shall be citizens of a Developing World country as defined by World Bank economic criteria. See Appendix I.
2.2 Applicants shall be employed in industry, academia or the public service in a Developing World country or be a registered postgraduate student at a university or college in a Developing World country.
2.3 Applicants shall supply written confirmation of their employment in industry, academia or the public service in a Developing World country.
2.4 Unless already a member, Scholars shall apply for Membership of the Royal Society of Chemistry and its Analytical Division within one month of the commencement of the scholarship. Application forms can be found at:-
http://www.rsc.org/Membership/join/admission/index.asp
2.5 Applicants shall hold a recognised under- or post-graduate qualification in analytical chemistry / science or a subject closely related to analytical chemistry / science, or shall demonstrate a long term interest and record of achievement in analytical chemistry / science.
2.6 There are no restrictions on the age of the applicant.
2.7 Current and former Scholars are not eligible to apply for a second scholarship.
3. Scholarship Work Programme
3.1 Each Scholarship shall be for a period of not more than three months.
3.2 Applicants shall submit a comprehensive Work Programme for the full period of the Scholarship.
3.3 Applicants, in consultation with the Host Institution, are free to choose the subject of the Work Programme, provided that:-

• The principal objective of the Work Programme is to acquire new analytical chemistry / science knowledge, or experience of analytical chemistry / science teaching, learning or training methods;
• There is a clear strategy for applying and exploiting the results on the Scholar’s return to their Home Country;
• The subject should be of social or commercial significance to the Scholar’s Home Country.
• Preference will be given to Work Programmes that are likely to achieve a practical and beneficial impact in the Scholar’s Home Country, rather than on purely academic research.

3.4 The Work Programme shall be conducted largely at a Host Institution. Exceptionally, other organisations outside the above definition of a Host Institution shall be considered.
3.5 The Host Institution shall provide written confirmation of its acceptance of the applicant’s work programme.
3.6 The Scholar shall provide the Trust Secretary with a comprehensive report of the Scholarship within three months of the end of the Scholarship.
3.7 Scholars are expected to devote themselves full-time to their Work Programme.
4. Finance
4.1 The total value of the Scholarship will not normally exceed £5,000. It is presumed that the Scholar will continue to be paid their salary by their Home Country institution or organisation during the period of their Scholarship.
4.2 The Trustees will pay for:-

4.2.1 The cost of the Scholar to travel from their Home Country to the Host Institution and back once only, by economy class travel.

4.2.2 The cost of board and lodging in the UK or RoI.

4.2.3 The cost of travel and subsistence directly connected with the Work Programme within the UK or RoI.

4.2.4 The cost of consumable materials directly connected with the Work Programme up to a maximum of £500;

4.3 Normally the grant will be paid in advance directly to the Scholar. The mode and currency of payment will be agreed with the Scholar.
If not paid directly to the Scholar, the grant will be paid in advance to the Host Institution on invoice to the Trust Secretary, in which case the Host Institution shall be responsible for disbursing funds to the Scholar as appropriate.
4.4 Applicants, in consultation with the Host Institution, shall provide a comprehensive budget for all cost elements of the scholarship.
4.4 The Scholar, in consultation with the Host Institution, shall be responsible for:-

4.4.1 Making arrangements for the conduct of the Work Programme at the Host Institution.

4.4.2 If required, work permit, visa and immigration clearance with the UK or RoI authorities.

4.4.3 Travel arrangements from and to their Home Country and within the UK or RoI.

4.4.4 Their own domestic arrangements while in the UK or RoI.

4.4.5 Insurance of their travel costs and personal belongings while travelling to and resident in the UK or RoI.

4.5 Within one month of the end of the Scholarship, the Scholar or the Host Institution shall provide the Trust Secretary with a statement of expenditure. Money unspent at the end of the Scholarship shall be returned to the Trust Secretary.
4.6 For the avoidance of doubt, the Trustees will not pay the Host Institution’s registration fee or bench fee or overhead charge.
5. References
Applicants shall supply references from:-

• 5.1 A senior member of their Home Institution
• 5.2 A senior member of the Host Institution
• 5.3 The names of at least two independent referees, one of whom at least will be approached by the Trust Secretary. They should be well acquainted with the applicant’s work and be prepared to referee the applicant’s application. They should not be either of the persons named above. They should not be members of the applicant’s Home Institution, nor members of the Host Institution.

6. Miscellaneous

• 6.1 A scholarship may be terminated or its conditions varied, at any time at the discretion of the Trustees.
• 6.2 The decision of the Trustees is final.
• 6.3 The Trustees reserve the right to make no award if the criteria for the scholarship are not met.
• 6.4 Any Scholar whose progress or conduct does not satisfy the Trustees shall have the grant terminated.
• 6.5 If a Scholar, for any reason, ceases to undertake the Work Programme the Trustees must be informed immediately in writing. Where possible, at least one month’s notice should be given of any material change in the Scholar’s or the Work Programme’s circumstances.
• 6.6 Scholars should seek to publish the results of their Scholarship in accordance with normal academic practice, preferably in RSC journals. The Scholar, the Home Institution and the Host Institution shall acknowledge the support of the ‘Analytical Chemistry Trust Fund of the Royal Society of Chemistry’ in all publications and materials resulting from the Scholarship.
• 6.7 The Trustees accept no responsibility, financial or otherwise, for expenditure by the Scholar or the Host Institution in addition to the Scholarship grant, or liability arising from the Scholarship.
• 6.8 The Trustees have no interest in intellectual property generated during the Scholarship. It is the responsibility of the Host Institution and the Scholar to make every effort to ensure that potentially valuable results arising from the Scholarship are exploited and that there is a suitable return to the Host Institution and Scholar.

For further information and an application form, contact the Trust Secretary:-
Dr David A Ferguson
37 Lime Avenue
Camberley
Surrey GU15 2BH
UK
Tel / FAX: 00 44 (0)1276 500780
E-mail: david.ferguson@ntlworld.com
Downloadable Files

• Developing World Scholarships Regulations and further details PDF iconPDF (56k)

Source:
http://www.rsc.org/Membership/Networking/InterestGroups/Analytical/developingworldscholarships.asp

International Student Master Scholarships at UCL Centre for International Health and Development

CIHD is an interdisciplinary collaboration of leading academics working on health and development in a global context. We are based at the Institute of Child Health within University College London and work closely with the UCL Institute for Global Health
Our main research themes are:

• maternal and newborn health
• nutrition and livelihoods
• early childhood development
• disability and children in difficult circumstances

Cross cutting topics include HIV prevention and treatment, the evaluation of community interventions, and the analysis of health systems and policies.
We collaborate with a number of centres of excellence (especially in Africa and Asia) and share results of research widely so that they can contribute to the improvement of the health, nutrition and development of people in poor communities. We also work with a range of international agencies and NGOs promoting the use of evidence-based good practice.
CIHD Scholarship and Funding
1. African Graduate Scholarships:
**Application deadline for scholarship is on May 14, 2010**
Co-funded by:

• CP Charitable Trust African Graduate Scholarship
• Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust African Graduate Scholarship

The scholarships exist to support African nationals with a high-quality academic and professional background who wish to further develop their skills and knowledge in their specific field. The Scholarship is a one-off award for the academic year September-September.
Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• The candidate must be an African national and a permanent resident of an African nation.
• The candidate must have made an application to UCL to study for a full-time postgraduate programme at the Centre for International Health and Development for the coming academic year.
• The scheme offers a substantial scholarship towards UCL tuition fees and some living costs. Therefore, the candidate must arrange for and obtain additional funding for their subsistance cost while livig in the UK. The candidate must also be able to provide evidence that he/she has secured other sources of funding for travel and living costs.
• Please also see the guidelines and application procedures
• Download a scholarship application form
• Applications must be received at CIHD by the specified deadline (for the academic year 2010-11)

2. CIHD Virtual Scholarship:
CIHD offers a limited number of partial scholarships of £1,500 for MSc applicants from overseas and £1,000 for PG Diploma applicants from overseas. These scholarships are paid towards tuition fees only and are not awarded for living/subsistence costs.
Eligibility: Available to suitably qualified applicants who have been given and have accepted an unconditional offer from UCL but are having some difficulty in obtaining full scholarships.
If you feel you are eligible for this scholarship please:

• Write a two page statement of the value of this course to your personal development in your chosen field of work.
• Write a statement of funding applications you have made.
• Provide details of any sponsorships you have been awarded and
• Please return these along with a completed Scholarship application form by 10th July 2010.

For further details go to:
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/cihd/postgraduate/

Endeavour Awards 2011, Postgraduate & Postdoctoral Awards by Australian Government

The Endeavour Awards is the Australian Government`s internationally competitive, merit-based scholarship program providing opportunities for citizens of the Asia-Pacific, Middle East, Europe and Americas to undertake study, research and professional development in Australia. Awards are also available for Australians to undertake study, research and professional development abroad.

The Endeavour Awards aim to:
Develop on-going educational, research and professional linkages between individuals, organisations and countries;
Provide opportunities for high achieving individuals from Australia and overseas to increase their skills and enhance their global awareness;
Contribute to Australia`s position as a high quality education and training provider, and a leader in research and innovation; and
Increase the productivity of Australians through an international study, research or professional development experience.

Endeavour Awards The 2011 round is now open and will close on 31 July 2010.

Please go to Apply Now for further details on how to apply for a 2011 Endeavour Award.

For detailed information on eligibility requirements, Award values, list of participating countries and other important information please see the Applicant Guidelines.

You should download these Guidelines and ensure you read and understand them before starting your application.

The Endeavour Awards are a part of the Australia Awards initiative which was announced by the Prime Minister in November 2009. The Australia Awards have been established to maximise the benefit to Australia of its extensive scholarship programs, and to support enduring ties between Australia and our neighbours.

The Australia Awards will bring together the international development awards administrated by the Australia Agency for International Development (AusAID) and the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations` (DEEWR) Endeavour Awards under a single recognisable brand. The Australia Awards are being progressively phased in commencing in 2010. Further information is available at www.AustraliaAwards.gov.au

If you are a citizen or permanent resident of a country other than Australia, Endeavour Award opportunities are available from the International Applicants section.

Website: http://www.endeavour.deewr.gov.au

University of Exeter Master Scholarships 2010 for International Students

The University has up to 15 full tuition-fee merit-based scholarships for International students commencing taught Masters programmes starting in October 2010.

These scholarships are open to applicants interested in programmes from the following Schools only.

• Biosciences (two available)
• Education (one available)
• Geography (two available – one each for the Exeter and Cornwall campuses)
• Humanities (three available)
• Psychology (one available)
• Sports and Health Sciences (two available)

All of these awards are aimed at International students with high academic ability (typically at least an upper second class honours or international equivalent). Applicants who require pre-sessional English will be considered but will have a lower priority for an award than those applicants who already satisfy the University’s English language requirements. Preference will be given to those who can demonstrate, through their application, the potential to progress to doctoral study at the University of Exeter.

Please note that a number of programmes are specifically excluded from these Scholarships:

• Masters in Public Administration (MPA) within Humanities
• Masters by Research (MA or MSc), are excluded as they offer the opportunity to pursue a one year research project without a taught element.
• All Business School Masters are excluded from this Scholarship Scheme.

How to Apply

Students should send a completed application form by email to imss@exeter.ac.uk or by fax to +44 (0) 1392 263039 to arrive by 7 May 2010 at the latest. Please note applications will only be considered from candidates already holding an offer (either conditional or unconditional) from the University and who are classified as an International student for fee purposes. Successful applicants will be advised of the University’s decision by 14th June 2010 including any conditions for the award of the Scholarship (e.g. degree classification). Successful candidates will need to notify us of their acceptance of the Scholarship and return their deposit within three weeks of receiving our decision.

For more details please open the webpage below:

http://admin.exeter.ac.uk/academic/scholarships/postgraduate/intmasters

Hungarian Government Scholarships 2010-2011 for International Students

Through the Hungarian Scholarship Board Office, the Hungarian Minister of Education and Culture offers scholarships for foreign students and professors of higher education institutions as well as research fellows who intend to gain further professional experience in Hungarian institutions of higher education or research. Scholarships can be applied for under two systems:

• Bilateral Agreements: Scholarships are awarded to citizens of countries (and territories) that have a valid/effective educational co-operation programme with Hungary, or a bilateral agreement signed by the Hungarian Government or the Ministry of Education and Culture of Hungary and the relevant ministry of the given country (or territory).

• Scholarship Pool: Various types scholarships are available to students from selected countries/territories.

Scholarships are available for (A) semester/partial studies; (B) postgraduate studies – research; (C1) full PhD programmes; (C2) partial PhD studies; (D) postdoctoral studies – research; (E) research stay; and (F) summer courses.

Host Institution(s):

Hungarian Higher Education Institutions

Field of study:

These scholarships allow for study or research in any field of arts and sciences during the granted period at an accredited Hungarian higher education or research institution to be determined in advance.

Number of Awards:

Not specified.

Target group:

Scholarships under Bilateral Agreements: Afghanistan, Lithuania, Mongolia, Palestine, Ukraine, Yemen and Vietnam.

Countries eligible under Scholarship Pool: Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Colombia, Cyprus, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Korean Republic, Kuwait, Latvia, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mexico, The Netherlands, Norway, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Romania, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom.

Scholarship value/inclusions:

A. Semester/partial studies (3-10 months)

HUF 40 460 stipend per month, paid by the host institution, and student hostel accommodation in a university residence hall paid by the scholarship-holder.

B. Postgraduate studies, research (3-21 days or 1-10 months)

HUF 79 200 stipend per month and HUF 70 000 accommodation allowance per month, for scholarships 21 days or shorter, accommodation allowance and a stipend of HUF 3000/day. These amounts are paid by the HSB Office.

C/1. Full PhD programme (36 months)

HUF 93 000 per month, paid by the host institution, and student hostel accommodation in a university residence hall paid by the scholarship-holder

C/2. Partial PhD studies (12 months)

HUF 93 000 per month, paid by the host institution, and student hostel accommodation in a university residence hall paid by the scholarship-holder.

D. Postdoctoral studies,research (1-10 months)

HUF 118 800 per month and HUF 80 000 accommodation allowance per month, paid by the HSB Office.

E. Research stay (3-21 days or 1-10 months)

HUF 118 800 per month, and HUF 80 000 accommodation allowance per month, for scholarships lasting 21 days or shorter, accommodation allowance and a stipend of HUF 3000/day. These amounts are paid by the HSB Office.

F. Summer courses in 2010 (1-4 weeks)

Tuition-free courses, free accommodation and meals.

NOTE: The scholarship is meant to cover the living expenses of one person only, so there is no available financing or visa exemption for accompanying members of the family or any other persons. Neither visa related fees nor any other costs related to the grantee’s stay in Hungary shall be compensated for. Travel expenses to Hungary and back to the country of origin are not covered by the Hungarian Scholarship Board.

Citizens of all other countries staying in Hungary for more than 1 month are covered for medical treatment in case of sudden illness. Except emergency cases none of the costs of dental care are covered. Scholarship-holders staying in Hungary for less than 1 month are required to make their own arrangements for insurance coverage.

Eligibility:

Cases for Non-Eligibility

• Foreign citizens with a residence permit or in the course of applying for a residence permit in Hungary cannot apply.
• Men and women, who have an employment contract or employment relationship as defined by the law in Hungary cannot apply
• Students applying for part-time or correspondence study programmes cannot apply.
• Students applying for non state-financed universities cannot apply.
• Students admitted to tuition fee-paying institutions of higher education cannot apply.

Age Limits for Applicants

• 30 years for scholarships for semester studies
• 40 years for scholarships for postgraduate studies
• 35 years for scholarship for PhD scholarships
• 45 years for postdoctoral scholarships
• There are no age limits for the following types of scholarships: research stay and summer courses.

Application instructions:

The deadline of both online application and submitting the two copies of the required documents is 15 April 2010 (as per postmark). The online application system will be open from the beginning of February. Download the application form.

Only those applications received electronically and in printed format by the deadline will be considered by the Hungarian Scholarship Board. Printed application materials should be sent to the Hungarian Scholarship Board Office (contact details found below).

It is important to read the application procedures (outlined in the call for applications – link found below) and visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Contact information:

Balassi Institute, HSB Office
1519 Budapest, Pf. 385
Hungary
Phone: +36 1 384 9009
Fax: +36 1 343 6489

Website:

Official Scholarship Website:

http://www.scholarship.hu/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=znFH99fGwsQ%3d&tabid=184&language=en-US

Master and Doctoral International Scholarships from Turnaround Management Society

Master and Doctoral International Scholarships from Turnaround Management Society

In 2011 the Turnaround Management Society is planning on supporting three PhD students that are writing their thesis in turnaround management / crisis management as well as two master students.
The following requirements must to be met:

• outstanding record of academic achievements
• must be enrolled in a PhD program at an internationally recognized university
• regular publications (throughout the PhD studies)
• at least 3 years work experience in a related field
• filled out an application form that can be obtained from the Turnaround Management Society
• two recommendations from academics (from your prior studies)

If you are not enrolled into a PhD program yet, the Turnaround Management can assist you with your application at one of our universities that we are in regular contact with. The Skema Business School in France and China offers a PhD program, that can be taken from all over the world.
Please get in touch with us at least one month before the application deadline of your university in order to appropriately support your application.
Our support:

• The successful applicant will be supported with advice in how to conduct research properly, literature (articles and books) from the field of turnaround management.
• He / She will also be invited to interesting and important conferences in the field of corporate restructuring, crisis management and project management.
• Futhermore, the research student will be introduced to leading academics and professionals and in the world of turnaround management.
• Monetary funding can also be aranged through one of our partners.

For more information, please visit the official announcement.

USA: Summer Global Business Program, University of Southern California

USA: Summer Global Business Program, University of Southern California

*SUMMER GLOBAL BUSINESS PROGRAM, AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA'S MARSHALL SCHOOL OF BUSINESS*

The Summer Global Business Program, at the University of Southern California's Marshall School of Business is an intensive 4 week program for non-business majors. No matter where life takes you, this program will provide you with the global business knowledge and tools to set you apart from the crowd.

Open to U.S. and international non-business majors only, this program teaches juniors, seniors and recent college graduates the business basics such as business strategy, finance, marketing, operations and strategy and organizations.

The curriculum includes lectures, case studies, corporate visits, and experiential learning activities to provide students a solid understanding of how organizations functions. Enrichment sessions include networking, American dining etiquette, resume writing and presentation skills.

For more information visit www.mashall.usc.edu/globalsummer or email
globalsummer@ marshall. usc.edu

Elaine Padilla
Assistant Director, Global Programs and Partnerships
USC Marshall School of Business
3670 Trousdale Parkway, BRI 310
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0802
Tel: 213-740-9207
Fax: 213-740-7701

Erasmus Mundus 2010: Opportunity for Partnership Third Countries

Erasmus Mundus is a cooperation and mobility programme in the field of higher education that aims to enhance the quality of European higher education and to promote dialogue and understanding between people and cultures through cooperation with Third-Countries.

It includes partnerships between European and third-country higher education institutions, exchange and mobility at all levels of higher education, including a scholarship scheme. This means support for mobility for students (undergraduate, master, doctoral and post-doctoral)
and for staff (academic and administrative).
Thematic fields of study – The following list of regional needs in terms of thematic fields of study has been identified for this window:
o  Agricultural Sciences
o  Architecture, Urban and Regional Planning
o  Business Studies and Management Sciences
o  Education, Teacher Training
o  Engineering, Technology
o  Geography, Geology
o  Law
o  Medical Sciences
o  Natural Sciences
o  Social Science
o  Other Areas of Study
The maximum grant per partnership is EUR 2.475 million.
Deadline for submission: 30 April 2010

Visit www.btc-network.com for technology requests and offers

Google Model Your Town Competition

Google has announced the first international Google Model Your Town Competition and invites people to use free sketching tools to create a 3D portrait of their community and ensure its place on the 3D world map.
Prizes
The winning individual/team will receive:
* USD$10,000 for the town’s public school district (or international equivalent)
* a visit from a Google team, along with an event in the winners’ honor
* a video profile of the winning team and their town, to be featured on YouTube
* a virtual tour of the winning town that will be added to the Google Earth website
* international publicity in the form of blog posts, tweets and other media
* additional coverage on Google websites

Portugal - MIT PhD, Master’s and Advanced Studies Positions

PhD, Master’s and Advanced Studies positions
Job Description : The MIT Portugal Program announces its call for applications for the 2010-11 academic year. Each program is offered in association by a consortium of Portuguese universities, with the participation of MIT (US) faculty.
Job Homepage : MIT Portugal Program
Category : Postgraduate Positions and Scholarships
Contact address : MIT Portugal Program
IST – Tagus Park
Av. Prof. Cavaco Silva
2744-016 Porto Salvo, Portugal
Tel.: +351 214 233 200
apply@mitportugal.org

International Scholarships 2010/11-Overseas Students-Natural/Built Environments School-Australia

International Scholarships 2010/11-Overseas Students-Natural/Built Environments School-Australia

Posted: 27 Nov 2009 07:50 AM PST
The School of Natural and Built Environments offers The International Scholarships to Students enrolled in an undergraduate degree or postgraduate coursework program for the year 2010/11 at The South Australia University in Australia

The School of Natural and Built Environments will award up to eight International Scholarships each year, to commencing Fee Paying Overseas Students. Students must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree or postgraduate coursework program, within the School of Natural and Built Environments.


Eligibility:

Students must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree or postgraduate coursework program, within the School of Natural and Built Environments.


Selection Process:
Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic excellence to outstanding students. Scholarships are valued at $3,000 as a once off payment.
Students will be selected on academic merit and are expected to maintain satisfactory performance throughout the duration of their degree program (as defined in University policy).
Female students are encouraged to apply.

Value of the Scholarship:

$3,000

Application Process:

For information on how to apply contact:
Miss Sue Jenkin
Program Support Officer
School of Natural and Built Environments
Tel: (08) 8302 5293
Fax: (08) 8302 5082
Email: suzanne.jenkin@unisa.edu.au

Scholarship Deadline:

Second Friday in February, 2010

Source:

http://www.unisa.edu.au/scholarship/undergraduate/ug_iee.asp#isfs

[English] Goldsmiths International Postgraduate Scholarship

Deadline: April 1, 2010 There are up to 10 scholarships available to prospective international students studying for a full-time taught Master's programme . The scholarship provides a £5,000 fee waiver and is tenable for one year only. To be eligible to apply you must have applied for a place on a full-time postgraduate taught degree, have an international fee liability and are self-financing to some extent. You will also need to demonstrate academic excellence and / or significant achievement in your chosen field of study. Please note that current students are not eligible to apply for this scholarship. How to apply You will need to complete an International Postgraduate Scholarship application form (Doc), and return it to: Bursaries & Scholarships Officer Student Support RHB 124 Goldsmith, University of London New Cross London SE14 6NW Please note that your application form for a scholarship is processed separately from your application form for admission. You must therefore ensure that you provide COPIES of all relevant transcripts and certificates with the application. Selection criteria All applications will be assessed on academic merit only – financial circumstances will not be taken into account. More information can be foubnd here: Goldsmiths University of London or University of London

Full Scholarships Available for Graduate Study at MASDAR Institute in Abu Dhabi

Full Scholarships Available for Graduate Study at MASDAR Institute in Abu Dhabi
The MASDAR Institute of Science and Technology in Abu Dhabi is pleased to announce full scholarships to highly qualified graduate students from around the world for its Fall 2010 intake.
The MASDAR Institute is the centerpiece of the MASDAR Initiative, a landmark program by the government of Abu Dhabi to establish an entirely new economic sector dedicated to alternative and sustainable energy. The MASDAR Institute is a private, not-for-profit, independent, research-driven institute developed with the support and cooperation of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). MIT provides assistance in recruitment of faculty members and senior administrative staff and the provision of course curriculum, amongst other matters. The Institute is located inside the world’s first carbon neutral, zero waste Masdar City which will be powered solely by alternative energy, mainly solar energy.
The Institute offers Masters and (in 2011) PhD programs in science and engineering disciplines, with a focus on advanced energy and sustainable technologies. It welcomes and encourages applications from qualified students and provides scholarships to talented students who meet its high admission standards.
For Fall 2010, the MASDAR Institute will offer seven 24-month Master of Science programs (coursework and thesis).

• MSc in Engineering Systems and Management
• MSc in Information Technology
• MSc in Materials Science and Engineering
• MSc in Mechanical Engineering
• MSc in Water and Environmental Engineering
• MSc in Electrical Power Engineering
• MSc in Microelectronic Devices and Circutis

Details of faculty profiles, current research, programs offered, course description, scholarships, and other information is available on the website at www.masdar.ac.ae, including an online application module.
Any questions about the Institute and scholarships may be directed to admissions@masdar.ac.ae.

[Belgium] Master in International and Development Economics: CUD Scholarships 2010

The objective of the programme is to train students in economic policy and help them become actors of development.

The programme has a three-sided approach :

• it analyses macroeconomic and trade policy issues related to economic growth and global economic integration;
• it discusses the institutional structures required for the effective working of a market economy;
• it explores strategies of poverty reduction.

This approach aims at imparting to the students a comprehensive view so that they can contribute to the development of realistic and innovative structural reforms that are based on sound economic analyses and well adjusted to the social and political context of each country.

CONTENTS

The courses of the programme are structured around three main themes:

1- Macroeconomic Management of Developing Economics

2- Economic Development and International Trade

3- Institutions, Growth and Development

Students are expected to participate actively in the classes and seminars and to write a personal study project.

Conditions for admission

• A four year university degree in economics. The whole university education of the applicant must be equivalent to at least 300 credits, as assessed by the admission committee of the programme;

• A strong interest in development;

• A professional experience of at least 2 years in direct relation with one of the programme themes.

Scholarships available: 11

Duration of the course: 1 academic year (starting date for the course: 15 septembre 2010)

Language of instruction : English

Organising universities

The programme is organised by the “Economics School of Louvain” whose partners are Departments Economics of the University of Namur (Facultés Notre-Dame de la Paix) and of the Catholic University of Louvain (Louvain-la-Neuve).

Most activities take place in Namur.

Coordinator: Madame Catherine GUIRKINGER

For more information:

http://www.fundp.ac.be/mc-developpement

PERSON OF CONTACT
(for more information about course)

Mrs Pierrette NOEL
Rempart de la Vierge, 8
5000 Namur – Belgique

Tél : +32 81 72 48 23
Fax : +32 81 72 48 40
pierrette.noel@fundp.ac.be

[Singapore] Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy Full Scholarships 2010 for All Nationalities

The two-year Master in Public Policy (MPP) programme provides a strong foundation in conceptual and analytical skills for future public service leaders and individuals with an interest in understanding and influencing how public policy choices are made.
Areas of Concentration

In particular, MPP students deepen their understanding of a specific field by focusing on one of five areas of concentration:

• Development Studies
• Economic Policy and Analysis
• International Relations and Security Studies
• Social and Environmental Policy
• Public Management and Governance

Practical Experience

To obtain direct practical experience, students also undertake a public policy or management study, called the Policy Analysis Exercise, for a client in the public, private, or non-profit sector.

Internships

Most students also take internships with organisations that are relevant to their studies, such as the United Nations Environment Programme (Bangkok); National Economic Development Authority (Philippines); World Bank (Washington, DC); Government Investment Corporation (Singapore); and Standard Chartered Bank.

Double/Concurrent Degree Programmes

MPP students can also apply for double degree programmes with Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and the Institut d’Etudes Politiques de Paris (Sciences Po). The school also offers double degree programmes with NUS Faculty of Law and NUS Business School.

Students may also complete concurrent degree programmes with the NUS Faculty of Law and NUS Business School. These programmes allow the top students from the Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Business Administration programmes to begin their Master in Public Policy Programme concurrently with the third or fourth year of their law or business studies.

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Grants

The School provides a number of grants to students. Although the specific value and coverage may vary, a grant will generally cover 20% of tuition fees, as well as cover additional fees and provide a modest stipend. For the remaining portion of the tuition fee not covered by the grant, grant recipients may apply to NUS for a tuition fee loan. More specific information on grants will be communicated to you if you are successful in your application.

Scholarships

The scholarships below are offered on a competitive basis. Applicants must have good academic and professional records. They must also have demonstrated leadership and a desire to contribute to public service. Not all the awards will be made unless there are candidates of sufficient merit. Scholars may not concurrently hold any other scholarship, fellowship or award without the prior approval of the School.

There is no bond or obligation for the scholar to be employed by NUS or in Singapore.

Note 1: The following items are covered by the terms of the relevant scholarships:

• A monthly stipend throughout the period of the award
• A one-time book allowance
• A one-time settling-in allowance
• Shared housing
• Tuition, health insurance, examination and other approved fees
• Cost of travel from home country to Singapore on award of the scholarship
• Cost of travel from Singapore to home country on graduation

Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy Graduate Scholarship

The Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy Graduate Scholarship is offered by the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy to students who have demonstrated leadership and a desire to contribute to public service. This scholarship is available to all nationalities.

The terms of this scholarship for Singapore citizens and permanent residents are as follows:

• A monthly stipend throughout the period of the award
• A one-time book allowance
• Tuition, health insurance, examination and other approved fees

Please refer to Note 1 for the terms of this scholarship for all other nationalities.

For further details please go to:

http://www.lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/MPP_Financial_Aid.aspx

Czech : South Moravian Region of the Czech Republic: Master and PhD Scholarship 2010-2011 for Foreign University Students

SCHOLARSHIP FOR FOREIGN UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
Programme Scholarship for foreign students supports foreign students from the third countries out of European Union who want to study at one of the universities in the South Moravian region in the Czech republic, in the Czech study programmes.

What is provided in the programme:

1.       Scholarship (monthly 6000 Czech crown – approx. 220EUR) for the first study year – to cover basic living costs (if students achieves good study results during the first study year, they obtain scholarship straight from the university in the following years). There is no tuition fee for students attending study programs in Czech language.

2.      Free administrative assistance and consultancy – help with university entrance exams procedure and during the first study year in the South Moravian region (diploma recognition, information service, visa, study matters etc.)

Who can apply:

Foreign students from the third countries out of European Union, who wish to study a follow-up master or Ph.D. study programs in Czech language, at partner universities in the South Moravian region of the Czech republic. Preferably in technical and natural science field of study.

How to apply:

The application includes two essential steps:

1.       Application for study at a partner university in Brno

2.      Application for scholarship to the South Moravian Centre for International Mobility

Applicants do not pay any fee for the application. See more information at How to submit an application.

Deadline for application submitting

To apply for scholarship at academic year 2010/2011 there is a deadline 20th February 2010.

Conditions for receiving scholarship:

1.       Submitting the complete application for scholarship and application for study in the given deadlines.

2.      Applicants must pass successfully an entrance university exam

3.      Final choice of scholarship holders makes independent Selection Committee, whose members are the vice-rectors of our partner universities. Selection is done from the group of applicants who have been accepted to the study at the university.

Czech language:

It is expected that the applicants have sufficient knowledge of Czech language to be able to start studying in Czech right after their arrival in Brno.

The applicants who receive scholarship can attend course of Czech language (free of charge) in Brno at the university for the period of the first academic year (13 weeks, 12 lessons weekly), including final exam of Czech language.
From the previous years of the programme:

The scholarship programme for foreign students has started since the academic year 2006/2007, so far there have been supported totally 70 students.

In the academic year there have been supported 14 foreign students. In the following academic year there were 22 scholarship holders of JCMM and at the same time 4 students from Bosnia and Herzegovina attended a project of five-month course of Czech language in Brno in order to continue their study at a local university. In the present academic year 2008/2009 there are 30 scholarship holders, who have been chosen out of 79 applicants.

PARTNER UNIVERSITIES IN THE SOUTH MORAVIAN REGION

Masaryk University

www.muni.cz

Masaryk University is the second largest public university in the Czech republic and the largest university in Moravia. Nowadays it consists of 9 faculties and more then 200 departments – Faculty of Law, Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Education, Faculty of Economics and Administration, Faculty of Informatics, Faculty of Social Studies, Faculty of Sports Studies. It was founded in 1919. One of the main priorities of the university is science and research, the university has joined many research programmes. Currently there is a possibility to choose from study programmes in the field of medicine, humanities, social studies, law and sport.

Mendel University of Agriculture and Forestry in Brno

www.mendelu.cz

Mendel University of Agriculture and Forestry in Brno was founded in 1919 as the oldest independent university of its kind in the Czech republic. The university consists of 5 faculties and one academic institute: Faculty of Agronomy, Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology, Faculty of Business and Economics, Faculty of Horticulture, Faculty of Regional Development and International Studies, Institute of Lifelong Education. The university focuses its research activities on agricultural, forestry, biological, economic, technical and pedagogical sciences.

University of Veterinary and Pharmaceutical Sciences Brno

www.vfu.cz

University of Veterinary and Pharmaceutical Sciences Brno is the only university of this kind in the Czech republic. The university educates specialists in the field of veterinary and pharmaceutical sciences. The university consists of three faculties – Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Faculty of Pharmacy, Faculty of Veterinary Hygiene and Ecology. In the campus there are also public offices of veterinaries and general practitioners and Faculty chemist’s.

Brno University of Technology

www.vutbr.cz

Brno University of Technology is the oldest university in Brno, it was founded in 1899. Nowadays it covers the whole range of technical fields of science and artistic fields, too. The university consists of 8 faculties: Faculty of Architecture, Faculty of Chemistry, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Communication, Faculty of Information Technology, Faculty of Business and Management, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Fine Arts. The university has joined many research programmes, cooperates with significant private companies (Škoda, IBM…) and research centres and associations (Aerospace research centre, Research centre of applied cybernetics, etc.). The university cooperates with foreign universities and joins international projects.

APPLICATION FOR SCHOLARSHIP

The application for scholarship should be sent on-line, latest by the date specified for a given year.

Applications for academic year 2010/2011 should be sent latest till 20th February 2010.

The application includes following:

·  On-line scholarship application form

·  CV (in English or Czech language)

·  Letter of motivation (in Czech or English language) – it is recommended up to 2 pages. It should include reasons why the applicant applies for scholarship and why should be accepted, the study plans and ambitions.

·  Notary verified copy of your diploma and diploma translation by a certified translator into Czech or English language according to country of origin and a university.

·  Diploma transcript (list of the subjects passed during the study) and its translation by a certified translator into Czech or English language according to country of origin and a university.

If the applicant graduates in spring of the same year when the scholarship application is submitted, it is possible to send first only a list of subjects passed by that time and confirmation of home university about expected date of graduation. However, the diploma verification must be delivered latest by the date of registration at the Czech university (usualy beginning September of a given year).