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Like any other nation of the world special scholarships are allotted in Singapore for students to encourage higher education in them. The students who meet the criteria required for receiving the scholarships can apply for the one's that suits their career interests. There are some special scholarships for the students in need of financial assistance and for those with exceptionally good academic background. Our site focussingapore offers detailed information about scholarships in Singapore.

The diploma holders and the undergraduates can apply for the PUB Scholarship scheme in Singapore. The scholarship is open for the citizens of Singapore with incredible GCE "O" and "A" Level results. The CCA record has also to be noteworthy. Applicants may choose to study in any of the local university in Singapore or at any of the renowned foreign university.
A*Star's National Science Scholarship (NSS) was first started on July 2001. It funds a joint program of undergraduate and also graduate studies.
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore manages the Joint Postgraduate Maritime Scholarship Scheme (JMSS). It is a scholarship that concentrates on upgrading the expertise of employees in local maritime related companies for their betterment.

Students may even apply for Public Service Commission scholarshipsto enable the civil service jobs get a good share of the talents of the nation. This certainly meets the demands of the manpower needs in special areas. The other major scholarships awarded in Singapore are Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) scholarships, Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) scholarship and National Arts Council (NAC) scholarship.
Below is a list of institutions in Singapore that offer scholarships to local and international students in the respective programmes:

Agency for Science Technology and Research

o A* STAR Graduate Scholarship

Micron

o Micron Scholarship

Ministry of Education

o ASEAN Pre-University Scholarships
o ASEAN Secondary Scholarships
o Ministry of Education Teaching Award

National University of Singapore

o Donated Scholarships
o NUS Undergraduate Scholarship
o AEH-EARN Scholarships
o NUS-CISEE SEP Awards

Nanyang Technological University

o APEC Scholarship
o ASEAN Graduate Scholarship
o Nanyang Fellows Scholarship
o Nanyang Scholarship
o NTU-MBA Scholarship
o Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce Foundation
Business Scholarship

Singapore Institute of Management

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Baillieu Supplementary Research Scholarships

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Graduates of the University of Adelaide, who are Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or NZ Citizens and are enrolled within the University as a full time higher degree research candidate in medicine, law, commerce, economics or architecture, and are in receipt of a major scholarship, shall be eligible to apply.

Where an eligible applicant is the lineal descendant of an Australian soldier or sailor who died or was blinded or was totally and permanently incapacitated as a result of his service in World War I, preference shall be given to that candidate.

One supplementary scholarship shall be awarded each year, via the Major Round scholarships process.

Value: $10,000 per annum (tax free) for up to three years.

Closing Date: 31 October. The awards are allocated as part of the Major Round of applications.

Major Round Application Form

The Baillieu Supplementary Research Scholarships Rules (pdf 12kB)

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China Scholarship Council - University of Adelaide Joint Postgraduate Scholarships Program

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The China Scholarship Council (CSC) and The University of Adelaide (UA) are jointly offering postgraduate research scholarships to students from the People's Republic of China who intend to undertake a postgraduate research degree at the University of Adelaide. Up to 50 scholarships will be available for students commencing in semester 2, 2010.
UA will provide an Adelaide University China Fee Scholarship to each student selected under this program. This Scholarship will pay the full tuition fee. CSC will provide each student selected under this program with a living allowance as prescribed from time to time by the Chinese Government for the term of the Scholarship, a return airfare to Australia by the most economical route, visa application fees, and the cost of the Australian Government approved Overseas Student Health Cover. Fares for dependants and removal expenses will not be provided.
Only candidates undertaking a Doctor of Philosophy program are eligible. If the selected Chinese students successfully complete the requirements of the program, they will be conferred with a Doctor of Philosophy degree by the University of Adelaide.
Scholarships under this program will be for up to four years, subject to satisfactory academic progress, An extension beyond three and a half years requires the approval of both CSC and the University.
On occasions the University of Adelaide may accept students into joint degree programs with Chinese University partner institutions whereby students spend part of their time at each of the two universities. Students interested in these arrangements should, prior to application, check with the Adelaide Graduate Centre to see if such an arrangement exists. In the event that such an agreement does exist students will be directed to a special application form as they should NOT use the standard China Scholarship Council-University of Adelaide application form.

Adelaide University China Fee Scholarships will only be available to those applicants who:
  • Are citizens and permanent residents of the People's Republic of China at the time of application;
  • Are less than 35 years old at the time of application (this is a CSC eligibility requirement);
  • Are a university student completing a master's degree, or enrolled as a first year PhD student, or new graduates from their university at the time of application;
  • Are not currently working or studying abroad (outside the People's Republic of China);
  • Agree to return to China upon completion of their studies and/or research;
  • Hold an unconditional offer of enrolment at the University of Adelaide, which is subject to the applicant also being successful in applying for a CSC award. They must therefore fulfil the relevant academic entry requirements set by the University of Adelaide for all international scholarship holders, including a high level of English language proficiency;
  • English is the language of instruction at the University of Adelaide and proficiency in speaking, listening to, reading and writing English is essential. The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is the preferred English language proficiency. Information about the Minimum English language proficiency for entry can be found at http://www.international.adelaide.edu.au/admission/#elp2009.
  • The Scholarships will give priority to graduates of the Chinese universities listed as "985 Project (pdf 9kB)" Universities.
  • Satisfy the selection criteria set out by CSC by completing the CSC Application Form and the CSC Employer Reference Form at http://apply.csc.edu.cn/
Applicants should be intending to pursue a PhD in one of the priority areas identified by CSC or one of those identified by the University of Adelaide. Currently, the seven priority areas for these scholarships are:
  • High and New Technology in Agriculture
  • Applied Social Science and WTO-related Areas (e.g., Finance)
  • Energy Sources and Environment
  • Engineering
  • Life Science and Public Health
  • Material Science and New Material
  • Telecommunication and lnformation Technology

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Northcote Graduate Scholarships

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Applications are invited from students normally resident in the United Kingdom who wish to undertake a higher degree at an Australian university for a period of up to three years. Applicants must ascertain their eligibility for an Australian graduate programme. There are no limitations as the field of study. The scholarship will provide

  • an economy class return airfare to Australia
  • payments of compulsory fees at an Australian university
Value: A$20,000 per annum
Closing Date: 28 August 2009.
Menzies Centre
King’s College London
The Australia Centre
Strand, London, WC2B 4LG
Tel +44 (0)20 7240 0220
Fax +44 (0)20 7240 8292
Email: menzies.centre@kcl.ac.uk
Web: http://www.kcl.ac.uk/schools/humanities/depts/menzies/scholar/ngs.html

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Adelaide Fee Scholarships International (AFSI)

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Up to 15 scholarships may be available in 2010 to outstanding international students from any country undertaking postgraduate research in any academic discipline. Benefits are payment of full tuition fees for the normal duration of the program. The sole selection criteria for the Adelaide Fee Scholarships International (AFSI) will be academic merit. Unlike the IPRS, the AFSI applicants do not need to be applying to an area of research strength in the University. The Research Priority Areas of the University will be taken into consideration when awarding these scholarships.

Conditions AFSI Scholarships

  • AFSI Scholarships will be awarded strictly on academic merit. Extra-curricular achievements will not be considered.
  • Citizens and Permanent Residents of Australia, and citizens of New Zealand are ineligible.
  • Those undertaking research via remote candidature are ineligible.
  • Candidates who have applied for Australian permanent resident status are ineligible.
  • International applicants are not eligible for an AFSI if they have already commenced the degree for which they are seeking an award, unless  they can establish that they were unable to apply for an AFSI in the previous calendar year.
  • International applicants who have not provided evidence of their meeting English language proficiency requirements by the closing date are not eligible for an AFSI.
  • Candidates are required to enrol in the University of Adelaide as 'international students' and must maintain 'international student' status for the duration of their enrolment in the University.
  • Scholarships are available for the normal duration of the program, subject to satisfactory progress. For students enrolled in a PhD, extensions beyond three years and six months require the approval of the Graduate Scholarships Committee and would only be approved in exceptional circumstances.
  • Scholarships holders must commence study at The University of Adelaide in Semester 1 or Semester 2, 2010. No AFSI may be commenced after 30 September.
  • Scholarship winners will not be permitted to defer commencement until 2011.
  • Applicants who applied in previous international scholarship rounds are not eligible to apply again.
There is no separate application process for Adelaide Fee Scholarships International (AFSI). An application for admission to the University in 2010 will constitute an application for a scholarship in this instance
Closing Date: 31 August 2009. We strongly recommend that all applicants submit their application and all required documents well before the closing date.

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International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (IPRS)

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The International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (IPRS) scheme is funded by the Commonwealth Government through the Department of Education, Employment & Workplace Relations (DEEWR). Its purpose is to attract high quality overseas postgraduate students to areas of research strength in higher education institutions to support Australia's research effort. Approximately 13 scholarships may be available in 2010 for international students from any country undertaking postgraduate research in areas of University research strengths.

The IPRS provides:

  1. Course tuition fees for two years for a Masters degree by Research and three years for a Doctoral research degree (an extension is possible for doctoral programs only); and
  2. Health insurance cover for students.
  3. All successful IPRS applicants will also receive an Adelaide Scholarships International (ASI) place which provides an annual living allowance of approximately $20,427 (2009 value) for the normal duration of the program.
Applicants should hold at least the equivalent of an Australian first class Honours degree. This is a four year degree with a major research project in the final year. Other criteria that will be taken into consideration is undergraduate performance, bachelor and honours awards and scholarships, other postgraduate degrees, publications in refereed journals, the presentation of conference papers and relevant industry experience.

Conditions

  • IPRS Scholarships will be awarded on academic merit and to applicants applying in areas of research strength. Extra-curricular achievements will not be considered.
  • Citizens and Permanent Residents of Australia, and citizens of New Zealand are ineligible.
  • Those undertaking research via remote candidature are ineligible.
  • Candidates who have applied for Australian permanent resident status are ineligible to apply.
  • International applicants are not eligible for an IPRS if they have already commenced the degree for which they are seeking an award, unless they can establish that they were unable to apply for an IPRS in the previous calendar year.
  • International applicants who have not provided evidence of their meeting English language proficiency requirements by the closing date are not eligible for an IPRS.
  • Candidates are required to enrol in the University of Adelaide as 'international students' and must maintain 'international student' status for the duration of their enrolment in the University.
  • Scholarships are available for the normal duration of the program, subject to satisfactory progress. For students enrolled in a PhD, extensions beyond three years and six months require the approval of the Graduate Scholarships Committee and would only be approved in exceptional circumstances.
  • Scholarships holders must commence study at The University of Adelaide in Semester 1 or Semester 2, 2010. No IPRS may be commenced after 30 September.
  • Scholarship winners will not be permitted to defer commencement until 2011.
  • Applicants who applied in previous international scholarship rounds are not eligible to apply again.

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Queen Mary departmental scholarships

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Science and Engineering Scholarships
Queen Mary is internationally renowned for its strengths in teaching and research in science and engineering. We constantly seek students of the highest quality, and, in recognition of the important investment that international students are making in their education, we are pleased to offer a range of scholarships to reward outstanding academic achievement.
Eligible students will be awarded a scholarship of £2,000 for each year of study.

Eligibility criteria for Science and Engineering Scholarships
Students from the following countries and regions are eligible for these scholarships, if your country is not listed here please confirm whether eligible with the relevant departmental contacts. (Please see department information below for exceptions) :

  • Bangladesh
  • Brazil
  • China, Taiwan, Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR
  • India
  • Iran
  • Kenya
  • Malaysia
  • Nigeria
  • Pakistan
  • Palestinian Territories
  • Russia
  • Sri Lanka
  • South Korea
  • Thailand
  • Vietnam (this applies only to entrants from 2005 onwards)
You must be nationals of the applicable countries listed above AND be classified as an international student for fees purposes.
Please note:
  • There is no need to make a separate scholarship application. All eligible candidates will be considered on the basis of the information provided in their application form. You will be informed whether you have been awarded a scholarship when we make you an offer.
  • Early application will increase the probability of you being awarded a scholarship.
  • Candidates must not be in receipt of any other University scholarship or a full fees scholarship from any other source (For Example: The Chevening Scheme).
  • The scholarship awards will be deducted from tuition fees payable to the University.
  • Please note that in most cases the University only awards partial scholarships and competition for these awards is intense. Students must be able to finance the remainder of their tuition fees and living expenses.
  • Scholarship awards are made subject to satisfactory performance on your chosen course.
  • Most of the above awards apply only to entrants from 2004 onwards, except where indicated.

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NECA Scholarship Program in Italy

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Description: The NECA Scholarship program is designed for those motivated students who want to study in Florence, Italy, and apply for a scholarship to reduce their program cost. Scholarship funds are available for every program.
Host Institution(s):

  • NECA - New Etruria College Association
Academic Level:
  • Associates
  • Bachelors
  • Masters
Field(s) of Study:
  • Architecture
  • Art History
  • Art/Fine Arts
  • Business
  • Business Management
  • Creative Writing
  • Culture
  • Design
  • Drawing
  • Economics
  • Film
  • Foreign Language
  • History
  • Humanities
  • Illustration/Animation
  • Intensive Language
  • Interdisciplinary
  • Italian
  • Liberal Arts
  • Literature
  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Political Science/Politics
  • Sculpture
  • Sociology
  • Studio Arts
  • Sustainable Development
  • Visual Arts
  • Women's Studies
Amount: Please visit website for more information
No. of Scholarship Recipients: Please visit website for more information
Criteria: To apply for a scholarship, applicants should send their on-line application from the NECA website and a 200-word essay (or a 200-word e-mail) stating why they would like to study in Italy and how study abroad would enrich their academic career.
Includes: * NECA application fee
* NECA enrollment fees
* Tuition
* University transcript from Daemen College, NY, USA
* Housing
* Pre-departure academic advising
* Pre-departure travel counseling
* On-site orientation program
* Student assistance for visa application
* Excursions
* Student assistance in Florence

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Hong Kong: Master Scholarship and International Exchange Programmes in Urban Planning

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The M.Sc. in Urban Planning is an international postgraduate programme that provides a comprehensive professional training in the theory, method and practice of urban and regional planning. A focus on the planning and management of sustainable cities and regions is an important distinguishing feature of the programme and this focus is reinforced by the research carried out in the Centre itself.

Students from a number of Asian countries are eligible to apply for Asian Development Bank Scholarships which provide financial support covering tuition fees and living expenses. Students in Hong Kong are not eligible for ADB scholarship.

The M.Sc. (Urban Planning) programme has an exchange agreement with School of Environmental Planning in Griffith University, Australia since 1997. We are now finalising exchange agreements with the Bartlett School of Planning in University College London, the School of Architecture in Tsinghua University and College of Architecture and Urban Planning in Tongji University. Admitted students will have the opportunity to study in these universities for a period of one month to one semester once the agreements are signed and endorsed.

The admission requirements for the M.Sc. (Urban Planning) Programme are a Bachelor`s degree with honours from the University of Hong Kong; or, an equivalent qualification from another university or comparable institution. A qualifying examination may be set for selected applicants.

Applicants who do not meet the above admission requirements may in exceptional circumstances be permitted to register if they demonstrate preparation for studies at this level and satisfy the examiners in a qualifying examination.

All Asian Development Bank Scholarship applicants and applicants who do not hold a degree from an institution using English as the language of instruction and/or language of examination are required to obtain a score of 550 or above in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a minimum overall band of 6 with no subtest lower than 5.5 in their International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

Applications for admission to the M.Sc. (Urban Planning) Programme should be made on the prescribed form, to be downloaded below, or obtainable at the Academic Services Enquiry Office (UG-05, Knowles Building) or the Centre of Urban Planning and Environmental Management, or by post through written request to the Registry together with a self-addressed, stamped envelope. You may also submit your on-line application at http://www.hku.hk/rss/online

Download 2007-08 Application form here.

Asian Development Bank Scholarship applicants should return their application forms to be downloaded below by 31 January 2007. Students in Hong Kong are not eligible for ADB scholarship. All applicants need at least two years of working experience before they are eligible to apply. You may also submit your on-line application at http://www.hku.hk/rss/online

Download 2007-08 Asian Development Bank Scholarsip application form here

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UK: Undergraduate Scholarships 2009 / 2010, The University of Westminster

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Undergraduate Scholarships 2009 / 2010, The University of Westminster, UK

Scholarships for UK/EU students
The University has a generous scholarship scheme for UK/EU students. Our gold level scholarships are worth £12,000 over three years and our silver scholarships are worth £6,000 over three years.

All scholarships will be paid as tuition fee costs, except in cases where the award exceeds the cost of the fees, where the excess will be paid as a cheque. All cheques will be made available in January 2010.

The scholarship is guaranteed for the first year, but subject to satisfactory academic progress for subsequent years.

The scholarships are available for any undergraduate course in the University. These are open to all applicants. For half of the available scholarships, priority will be given to you if you are from our associate and partner colleges and schools.

Typically, a gold level scholarship is set at three As at A level, or equivalent qualification, and silver level is set at three Bs at A level, or equivalent qualification. Please note this academic criterion is not an absolute criterion, and other factors such as financial need, difficulties overcome, being the first in your family to attend university and your supporting statement will be taken into consideration. The average entry qualifications for particular courses will also be a consideration.

Deadline: 3 April 2009.
For all UK/EU scholarships in this section.

Helena Kennedy Foundation
The University is pleased to be associated with the Helena Kennedy Foundation, and will make a number of awards to those of you coming through this route. The Helena Kennedy Foundation exists to tackle injustice and social exclusion through education, by supporting you if you are disadvantaged and come from further and adult education sectors to complete your studies and move on successfully into employment.

For further information email the Helena Kennedy Foundation at enquiries[ at ]hkf.org.uk
or visit www.hkf.org.uk

Terry Chalk Scholarship
This scholarship is in memory of Terry Chalk, a longstanding senior member of our Estates and Facilities Department. The scholarship is for three years, guaranteed for the first year, but subject to satisfactory academic progress for subsequent years.

Amount: Full tuition fee waiver, plus accommodation in the University’s halls of residence for the first year of study.

Eligibility: You must hold an offer of a place for a full-time degree within the School of Architecture and the Built Environment. It is intended for you if your family has no history of university education and whose annual income is below £27,500.

Criteria: Academic excellence and financial need.

Undergraduate UK/EU section

Care Leavers Scholarship
Care leavers have a less than one per cent participating ratio in higher education. The University has developed new scholarships specifically for care leavers to encourage them to take up the opportunity of a university education. Up to ten scholarships of £4,000 or £2,000, depending on academic achievements, will be available for care leavers from London boroughs. Care leavers from outside London will also be considered sympathetically for our gold and silver scholarships.

Eligibility: Students must be holding the offer of a place on an undergraduate course at the University and must have recently been in the care of their local authorities. Priority will be given to students from London boroughs but we encourage all care leavers to apply for these scholarships. Scholarships will be of £4,000 or £2,000 per annum subject to previous academic achievements.

Organ Scholarship
The University has two historic cinema organs. We are looking for students who can play the organ to use these on a regular basis to keep them in good order. The successful applicant will be expected to play each instrument at least weekly. A cash award of £2,000 per annum is available to the successful candidate. Students should supply details of their ability and achievements as a musician. Students may apply at anytime for this scholarship but priority will be given to early applicants.

Scholarships for students with disabilities
In line with its commitment to providing education for all, the University has a number of scholarships available for you if you have achieved academic excellence in spite of severe disabilities. These will be at gold or silver levels, and you must have an offer of a place on a full-time undergraduate course at the University. These scholarships will not take into account any other funding you may have from other sources.

Progression Scholarships and Westminster Careers Awards
The University has a number of progression scholarships for you if you are a current full-time UK/EU undergraduate student who is about to enter your second year.

There are two types:

* If your entry qualifications were not exceptional but you have achieved a minimum 60 per cent average at the end of your first year at the University.
* Westminster careers awards. These are open to you if you have outstanding entry qualifications and have achieved an overall average at the end of your first year of 60 per cent minimum. These scholarships will provide enhanced careers advice and opportunities.

Both scholarships will be worth £3,000 per annum, subject to satisfactory academic progress.

Applications will open on 14 July 2009 and close on 31 August 2009.

You will need to provide evidence of your entry qualifications and a transcript of your first year results. These scholarships are not open to you if you hold any other University scholarships. These scholarships will pay your tuition fees and are not available as cash.

The application form for these scholarships is only available on our website at www.westminster.ac.uk/page-9316

Maud Tyler Scholarship
Dr Maud Tyler, who retired as Deputy Vice-Chancellor in December 2006 after 35 years at the University, has made a generous donation. This scholarship will be available to you if you are applying for the progression or career awards scholarships, and have a specific or hidden disability.

Amount: £4,000 per annum, £3,000 available as tuition fee waiver plus £1,000 towards
living costs.

Eligibility: You must be a Year 1 University of Westminster UK/EU student applying for the progression or career awards scholarships, and have a specific or hidden disability.

Scholarships for international students

Full International Scholarships

Amount: Full tuition fee waivers, accommodation, living expenses and flights to and from London. The scholarship will be renewed each year, subject to satisfactory academic progress.

Eligibility: You must be an international student from a developing country and hold an offer for a full-time undergraduate degree at the University.

Criteria: Academic excellence, development potential and financial need.

Deadline: 31 May 2009.

Diplomatic Scholarships
Amount: 65 per cent fee waivers.

Eligibility: These scholarships are available to you if you are a child of diplomats from developing countries, whose countries are unable to contribute to the fees. Your parent in the diplomatic post must be based in the UK, and you must hold an offer for a full-time undergraduate degree at the University. The scholarship is for the length of the course (3 or 4 years) and is subject to satisfactory academic progress.

Criteria: Academic excellence.

Deadline: 31 May 2009.

East Timor Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded in conjunction with the Ai-Kameli Trust and International Students House.

Amount: Full tuition fee waiver, accommodation at International Students House, living expenses and flights to and from London for the period of study.

Eligibility: You must be from East Timor and wish to pursue a full-time undergraduate degree at the University of Westminster. You must be interested in studying a subject useful to the development of East Timor, and intend to return on completion of the course.

Criteria: Academic excellence, development potential and financial need.

To contact the Ai-Kameli Trust for further details and application procedures visit www.aikameli.com

Gambia Biomedical Sciences Scholarship
This scholarship is only open to you if you have successfully completed the University of Westminster Diploma in Biomedical Sciences. It is a three year scholarship, subject to satisfactory academic progress, for the full-time BSc Honours Biomedical Sciences.

Amount: Full tuition fee waiver, accommodation, living expenses and annual flights to and from London.

Eligibility: You must be a citizen of the Gambia and hold an offer for the full-time BSc Honours Biomedical Sciences.

Criteria: Academic excellence, development potential and financial need. You must make a case as to how the skills and knowledge acquired on the course will be helpful to the development of the Gambia. You must also commit to return to the Gambia on completion of the course.

Deadline: 31 May 2009.

Ken Bird Memorial Scholarship
Ken Bird was formerly Chair of the University’s Technology and Design Department. This scholarship reflects Ken’s interest in South Asia as well as his desire to help provide educational opportunities for women. The family of Ken Bird will take an active role in the choice and welfare of the scholar. The scholarship is awarded jointly with International Students House.

Amount: Full tuition fee waiver and accommodation at International Students House.

Eligibility: Preference will be given to you if you are a female student from India or Sri Lanka and hold an offer for a full-time undergraduate degree in a technology based subject. The scholarship will be renewed each year based on your academic performance.

Criteria: Academic excellence and financial need.

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Thailand: Siam Cement Group (SCG) Foundation – ASEAN Foundation Scholarship for Bachelor and Master

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Siam Cement Group (SCG) Foundation – ASEAN Foundation Scholarship for Bachelor and Master, Thailand

"Concern for Social Responsibility" is one of the four principles long upheld by the Siam Cement Group (SCG) in doing business. Over the last 40 years, SCG Foundation was established to carry out activities dedicated to social contribution, human resources development especially of children and youth, creating sustainable benefits for all the communities and countries where SCG operates.

SCG Foundation is committed to expanding educational opportunities to the Southeast Asian countries in the hope of helping to develop their human resources so they can contribute to the development of their own countries. At the same time, it helps promote Thailand and makes the country a regional hub of the international education.

Scholarship Program for ASEAN Nationals: SCG Foundation provides scholarships for the government staff and general public in Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and Indonesia to pursue their studies in the Bachelor, Master or Doctoral level at the leading educational institutions in Thailand.

From 2007 on, 7 government staff have been awarding scholarships to come study in a field of International Development Studies whereas 11 young talents were granted opportunities to fulfill their dreams in Engineering and Business Administration. Among them, 7 scholars already completed and are now contributing back to society.

Especially, this year SCG Foundation joins hands with ASEAN Foundation in offering scholarships opportunities to talent students of ASEAN countries to come study in Thailand under the so called “SCG Foundation – ASEAN Foundation Scholarship Program for ASEAN Nationals”

Numbers and Fields of Scholarships:
Vietnam

* Master Energy Technology at Asian Institute of Technology
* Master Industrial Engineering at Asian Institute of Technology
* Master Chemical Engineering at Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology
* Master Business Administration at Assumption University of Thailand

Cambodia

* Master Construction Engineering at Asian Institute of Technology

Indonesia

* Master Electrical Engineering Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology

The Philippines

* Bachelor Mechanical Engineering Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology

Benefit Package:

* Tuition fees
* Monthly Allowance
* Dormitory fees
* Health insurance
* Passport and visa fees
* Uniform
* Yearly round trip air ticket
* Education-related fees
* Internship opportunity with SCG
* Field trip e.g. Company & Plant Visit, sightseeing and group activities

Eligibility Qualifications:
For Bachelor Degree

* Last year student in high school OR 1st year university/college student
* GPA of at least 3.00 out of 4.00 scale (7.00/10.00 scale for Vietnam)

For Master Degree

* Last year university student OR recent graduates with work experience 0 – 3 years
* GPA of at least 3.00 out of 4.00 scale (7.00/10.00 scale for Vietnam)

How to Apply:

Asian Institute of Technology (AIT)

* Step 1: Type 1-page essay and e-mail to parnotw[ at ]scg.co.th, Topic: “My Intention to Contribute to Society, if I am granted the Scholarship”
* Step 2: All candidates MUST apply directly at http://www.ait.ac.th/admissions

Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology (SIIT)

* Step 1: Type 1-page essay and e-mail to parnotw[ at ]scg.co.th, Topic: “My Intention to Contribute to Society, if I am granted the Scholarship”
* Step 2: Click here for download SIIT application and e-mail to parnotw[ at ]scg.co.th together with Transcript, Letter of Recommendation

Assumption University of Thailand (ABAC)

* Step 1: Type 1-page essay and e-mail to parnotw[ at ]scg.co.th, Topic: “My Intention to Contribute to Society, if I am granted the Scholarship”
* Step 2: Click here for download ABAC application and e-mail to parnotw[ at ]scg.co.th together with Transcript, Letter of Recommendation

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USA: Postdoctoral Earth and Planetary Sciences Fellowship

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The National Air and Space Museum has established the Postdoctoral Earthand Planetary Sciences Fellowship to support scientific research in thisarea. Scientists in the Center for Earth and Planetary Studiesconcentrate on geologic and geophysical research of the Earth and otherterrestrial planets, using remote sensing data obtained fromEarth-orbiting and interplanetary spacecraft. Research also focuses onglobal environmental change.

Appointments can be made for one or more years. Stipends are compatiblewith NRC postdoctoral fellowships in the applicant’s field.

In years that the fellowship is offered, announcements will be made inthe American Geophysical Union’s professional publication EOS.

Submit to:

Ms. Collette Williams, Fellowship Coordinator
National Air and Space Museum
Smithsonian Institution
MRC 312 PO Box 37012
Washington, D.C. 20013-7012
E-mail: collette.williams@nasm.si.edu

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USA: Research Scientist in Bioinformatics, The Department of Computer Science, The University of Chicago

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The Department of Computer Science at the University of Chicago invites applications from exceptionally qualified candidates for the position of Research Scientist in Bioinformatics. The successful candidate will work with world-leading faculty in Computer Science and Human Genetics to pioneer novel computational solutions to leading problems in statistical, population, and human genetics (http://www.genes.uchicago.edu). This position is funded for three-years, with subsequent renewal contingent on funding and performance. Salary and benefits are competitive.

This position requires a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field. Preference will be given to candidates with experience with biological problems and/or a strong background in statistics.

Please send applications to:
Professor Stuart A. Kurtz, Chairman
Department of Computer Science
The University of Chicago
1100 E. 58th Street, Ryerson Hall
Chicago, IL. 60637-1581

or to: apply-075352@mailman.cs.uchicago.edu (attachments can be in pdf, postscript, or Word).

Complete applications for research scientist positions require three letters of recommendation sent to recommend-075352@mailman.cs.uchicago.edu or to the above postal
address. We will begin screening applications on March 20, 2007. Screening will continue until the position is filled. The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer.

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Canada: Ryerson Postdoctoral Fellowship in Spacecraft Dynamics and Control, Ryerson University

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Ryerson Postdoctoral Fellowship in Spacecraft Dynamics and Control, Ryerson University, Canada
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One Ryerson Post Doctoral Fellowship (RPDF) is immediately available from October 2009 in Spacecraft Dynamics and Control for three years (i.e. 36 months) renewable annually. The annual salary is $41,000 plus benefits (approximate total value of award $50,000). The aim of this RPDF program is to attract outstanding post-doctoral fellows who will enhance Ryerson’s Scholarly, Research and Creative (SRC) productivity.

Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria: (a) Have completed or received a PhD degree in dynamics and nonlinear control discipline no more than two years before the application deadline; or (b) Be expected to complete their PhD degree in dynamics and nonlinear control no later than six months after taking up the PDF. (c) There must be evidence of significant and exciting promise in Scholarly, Research and Creative (SRC) in relation to the candidate’s career stage and background. (d) If an applicant has at least six months of full-time relevant work experience in industry or government after receiving the doctorate, the eligibility period is extended to three years. (e) If an applicant has withdrawn from the workforce and active research for maternity or paternity leave or to raise a child for at least one year after receiving a doctorate, the eligibility period is extended to six years.

The RPDF will work in the Department of Aerospace Engineering, Ryerson University (www.ryerson.ca/aerospace). The research will be supervised by Dr. Krishna Kumar, Canada Research Chair. Dr. Kumar’s areas of research/projects include Nonlinear Dynamics and Control, Fault Tolerant Control, Orbit and Attitude Dynamics and Control, Flexible Spacecraft, Formation Flying, and Underactuated Systems (www.kdkumar.com). These projects are challenging and involve theoretical and experimental work. The candidate should have a Ph.D degree in dynamics and nonlinear control. The candidate must have a strong background in mathematics, dynamics and control. Experience with MATLAB is essential. Knowledge of orbital or attitude dynamics and designing spacecraft is desirable. Practical experience in designing controller is desirable.

The prospective candidate should send (preferably by email) their resumes, along with names and contact information of three references, as well as copies of research papers, before August 20, 2009, to:

Dr. Krishna Kumar, Associate Professor
Canada Research Chair in Space Systems
Department of Aerospace Engineering
Ryerson University
350 Victoria Street, Toronto, ON M5B 2K3, Canada

Tel.: 416-979-5000, Ext. 4908; Fax: 416-979-5056
Email: kdkumar[ at ]ryerson.ca
http://www.kdkumar.com
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The Netherlands: PhD Studentship at Department of Microbial Physiology, University of Groningen

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The University of Groningen offers a 4-year PhD studentship on “Exploring the secret metabolism of an antibiotic factory”
This project will be a unique collaboration between the Microbial Physiology department and the Groningen Bioinformatics Centre
using a newly acquired state-of-art ultra-high resolution LTQ-Orbitrap mass spectrometer in the Medical Biomics Facility to determine the metabolome of Streptomyces coelicolor.

Project objectives
Comprehensively explore the cellular and secreted metabolome of Streptomyces species to identify novel antibiotic biosynthesis
pathways, using ultra-high resolution Orbitrap mass spectrometry Understand the fundamental changes of the metabolome during the switch from primary to secondary metabolism, i.e. when antibiotics are produced, in S. coelicolor, our model organism.
Requirements
Candidates should have training in biochemistry, microbiology, and molecular biology. Experience in bioinformatics, and handling Streptomyces, would be a plus.
Environment
The University of Groningen is one of the largest and oldest research universities of the Netherlands. Its Microbial Physiology
department is one of the leading institutes of Microbiology in Europe. It is part of the Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute (GBB), which houses 13 different research groups and provides access to state-of-the-art research facilities to more than 100 PhD students and 30 faculty members.
Research in the Microbial Physiology group focuses on structure/function relationships of enzymes acting on carbohydrates,
and differentiation, regulation and metabolic engineering of antibiotic production in Streptomyces. The Bioinformatics Centre is a major player in the development of modern Systems Biology approaches.
Relevant publications:
  • Breitling et al. (2006) Trends Biotechnol. 24(12):543-8.
  • Breitling et al. (2006): Metabolomics 2: 155-64.
  • Hsiao et al. (2007) Microbiology 153:1394-404.
  • Takano (2006) Curr Opin Microbiol. 9:287-94.
Additional information and applications
You can apply for this job before September 16th, 2007. For further information and direct applications please contact:
Dr Eriko Takano
Microbial Physiology
University of Groningen
Kerklaan 30
9751 NN Haren, The Netherlands
Phone +31-(0)50-3632143
Fax +31-(0)50-3632154
Email e.takano[ at ]rug.nl
Dr Rainer Breitling
Groningen Bioinformatics Centre
University of Groningen
Kerklaan 30
9751 NN Haren, The Netherlands
Phone +31 (0)50-363-8088
Fax +31 (0)50-363-7976
Email r.breitling[ at ]rug.nl

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The Netherlands: PhD Assistanship in Mathematics, University of Groningen

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Applications are invited for a Ph.D. position to work on Interacting stochastic models on complex networks

Complex networks with small-world properties occur in a multitude of real-world communication networks. In this project we shall investigate the nature of interacting systems on such networks and understand their phase-transitions.

The student will be supervised by C. K ulske, A. C. D. van Enter (Groningen) and R. van der Hofstad (Eurandom, Eindhoven). The Ph.D. student will be based in Groningen with longer visits to Eurandom.

The Groningen group working on the probability theory of interacting systems will consist of two sta members, two senior part-time positions and 4 Ph.D. students, and has strong international ties.

The contract is for 4 years and the Ph.D. student will be a full employee of the University of Groningen, with monthly salary according to the Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities. This is at the moment 1956, 2279, 2387, 2502 Euro for the rst year up to the
fourth year. The position is nanced by an NWO (Netherlands Organisation for Scienti c Research) "Open Competitie" grant. It is open for both non-Dutch and Dutch applicants.

For further information please contact Dr. Christof Kuelske, e-mail:
kuelske[ at ]math.rug.nl and see the web-site at:
http://www.math.rug.nl/~kuelske/

Interested candidates should direct a pdf-file with their application to the above email address.

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The Netherlands: PhD Position in Computer Science, the University of Groningen

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PhD Position in Computer Science, the University of Groningen, The Netherlands
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About the MyCare Project
The MyCare project is a joint initiative of the Computer Science Department of the University of Groningen and of the Department of Psychiatry of the Groningen University Medical Hospital. MyCare aims at building information technology tools to support patients with schizophrenia for personal recovery and risk assessment. The tools are tested with actual patients in a controlled environment. This exciting PhD project combines the creation of innovative software tools with actual medical field work.

The position is financed in the context of the Dutch ZonMW program for medical innovation. Another PhD student will be hired to work on the MyCare project in the field of Psychiatry.

The position is open in the Distributed Systems unit lead by Prof. Marco Aiello in close collaboration with the Intelligent Systems unit lead by Prof. Nicolai Petkov .

Required profile
-You should have a M.Sc. or equivalent in computer science or a related discipline
-You are expected to have an excellent academic record (list of examination marks from your university degree) and be curious, creative and ambitious.
-You should be able to write scientific articles and reports (proven by your graduation thesis or another comparable report) and be fluent in both written and spoken English.
-You should enjoy programming and designing medium/large size (Web-based) information systems.

Conditions of employment
The University of Groningen offers outstanding candidates a Ph.D. position. The position is for a period of four years which should result in the Ph.D. defense of the candidate. The salary starts from about 1500 euros per month in the first year and will be adjusted to general price movements once a year. After one year, the performance of the candidate will be evaluated to decide whether there is sufficient progress to expect a successful completion of the Ph.D. thesis within the remaining three years. A training program is part of the agreement to support the Ph.D. candidates in their professional and personal development as well as their career planning. The University of Groningen strives to offer an inspiring environment for research providing generous technical and financial support in order to motivate young researchers. The positions are immediately available and applications should be sent by August 31st, 2009. The positions will remain open until suitable candidates are found.

How to apply
Applications for the position should include a Curriculum Vitae (name, address, degree(s), date, etc.) and the names and (email) addresses of at least two references. Please send your application in PDF format indicating in the subject “Application for PhD position MyCare” to Marco Aiello - Tel: +31 50 3633948 - E-mail: aiellom[ at ]cs.rug.nl - Web: http://www.cs.rug.nl/~aiellom
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USA: Postdoctoral Scholar in Mathematical Modeling and 3D Imaging, University of Wisconsin

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Postdoctoral Scholar in Mathematical Modeling and 3D Imaging, University of Wisconsin, USA

You will be working with the PI on a couple of biomedicine-related projects using 3D imaging data and PDE-based numerical simulation. One such example is to model the cardiac cell contraction using electron microscopic images and finite element methods.

Ideal candidates should have strong background in mathematical modeling and numerical analysis. Knowledge of 3D biomedical imaging and image analysis is a plus. Basic programming skills such as C/C++ are required.

Application
Please send your curriculum vitae, a one-page research summary, and contact information (including email address and phone number) of 2-3 references to:

Prof. Zeyun Yu - yuz[ at ]uwm.edu

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USA: PhD Student Position in Polymeric Materials, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

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We are currently looking for a Ph.D. research assistant (RA) in the field of polymeric materials at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Candidates who have some of the following qualifications are preferred:

1. Have already earned a masters degree in the field of polymeric materials
2. Have a strong background in polymeric materials
3. Have strong motivation to excel
4. Have reasonable TOEFL (>550) and GRE scores and a decent GPA


Application
We intend to fill the RA position by the Fall 2006 semester. RA assistantship will be provided. If you are interested in this position, please send a letter of application and a current CV to Dr. Sarah Gong at sgong@uwm.edu as soon as possible.

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Germany: PhD Scholarships at Passau Graduate School of Business and Economics, Passau University

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Passau University seeks ambitious applicants to its newly founded Graduate School of Business and Economics. The aim of this doctoral program is to provide advanced training in business administration, economic theory and applied economics leading to the doctoral dissertation. The curriculum consists of courses in scientific and empirical methodology, skills and domain-specific knowledge.

Applications must be accompanied by a CV, letter of motivation, a 1-2 page exposé explaining the applicant’s proposed research project and a letter of recommendation. There will be no tuition fees. A limited number of scholarships of up to 1000 EUR per month are available.
Applications should be turned in no later than July, 15 2007 to:
Passau Graduate School of Business and Economics
Passau University
Innstrasse 27
D-94032 Passau, Germany.
For more information visit: http://www.wiwi.uni-passau.de or contact Prof. Dr. Michael Pflüger: graduateschool@uni-passau.de

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Australia: Master of Business Administration (MBA) Scholarships, Brisbane Graduate School of Business (BGSB)

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Brisbane Graduate School of Business (BGSB) offers a small number of scholarships for superior applicants from all countries commencing in the Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Business Administration (Major) and Graduate Certificate in Business Administration programs.

The scholarships are based on GMAT score and/or the total number of points you are awarded from the following tables. At the discretion of the MBA Director, one additional point may be awarded for each of the following: possession of a Masters degree; possession of a Doctoral degree; substantial employment experience at a high level of managerial responsibility; and/or employment experience with a global firm or organization.

Applications for scholarships 
Applicants must provide a 500-word Applicant Statement outlining their career objectives, their motivation for undertaking the MBA degree, and why they would like to study at QUT. Original documentation (or certified copies) to substantiate your claims for points under each of the above categories must be included with your statement and a cover letter addressed to the MBA Director, Brisbane Graduate School of Business, Queensland University of Technology, 2 George Street, Brisbane, Australia 4000.

Please contact Faculty of Business Student Enquiries Centre for further information.
Faculty of Business Student Enquiries Centre
Phone: +61 7 3138 2050
Fax: +61 7 3138 1055
Email: bus[ at ]qut.edu.au

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Italy: PhD Scholarships in Business Administration, University of Bologna

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Scholarships for attendance of a PhD program in Business Administration, University of Bologna

The PhD program in Business Administration of the University of Bologna trains brilliant researchers in the fields of management, by offering courses in several areas such as organization theory, business strategy, marketing, technology and innovation management, research methods, statistics, econometrics. In addition to the courses, PhD students have the opportunity to attend seminars held by internationally renowned scholars, present their work at conferences, spend a research period of at least 6 months in foreign academic institutions. The PhD in Business Administration (3-year program) is organized by the Department of Management of the University of Bologna (www.sa.unibo.it), in cooperation with the University LUISS Guido Carli of Rome and the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia.

In order to apply, a Master degree (laurea specialistica/magistrale) is required. The 2008 edition of the PhD in Business Administration (23rd cycle) will start in January 2008. 12 students will be admitted to the program and 6 scholarships will be offered. The number of scholarship-assisted places may increase thanks to the financial support of public or private institutions. The net amount of the scholarship is 826 Euro per month, for a 3-year period. The amount of the scholarship can increase during the research period spent abroad (+50%) and through assistantships in teaching or contract research activities. Applications from foreign students are encouraged.

For further details on the PhD program in Business Administration, the admission requirements and the selection procedures, please visit the website.

or contact the PhD Coordinator, Professor Federico Munari (federico.munari[ at ]unibo.it).

The deadline to apply to the 2008 edition (approx. second half of September 2007) and the application procedures for Italian and foreign students will be communicated in the call for applications, starting from the second week of August, on the following website: http://www.unibo.it/Portale/Ricerca/Dottorati+di+ricerca/default.htm

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