Tuesday 31 May 2016

International Student Scholarships at Bond University in Australia, 2016

Bond University is pleased to offer scholarships for international students. Scholarships will be awarded to undertake single or combined bachelor or master’s degree program (excluding Bond University’s Medical Program, Master of Psychology, and Doctor of Physiotherapy).

Bond University aims to offer the best and brightest students from around the globe, with tuition remission scholarships based on academic merit, as well as community, leadership and sporting achievements.
As Australia’s first private non-profit university, Bond University seeks to be recognized internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow’s professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.
Students whose first language is not English must refer to and meet Bond University’s standard English entry requirements for undergraduate applicants and English entry requirements for postgraduate applicants.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degree program at Bond University.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded in all subjects (excluding Bond University’s Medical Program, Master of Psychology, and Doctor of Physiotherapy).
Scholarship Award: These scholarships will award up to 50% tuition remission for students commencing in January, May or September 2016 (please note that the deferral of a scholarship will only be granted in extenuating circumstances, such as illness, family bereavement or essential overseas travel). Scholarships cover either a single or combined bachelor or master’s degree program (excluding Bond University’s Medical Program, Master of Psychology, and Doctor of Physiotherapy). Students from any country may apply.

Scholarship can be taken in Australia
Eligibility: Applicants must meet the following guidelines
  • Available to all international students applying for a single or combined bachelor or master’s degree program (excluding Bond University’s Medical Program, Master of Psychology, and Doctor of Physiotherapy).
  • Scholarships are open to international students who are not Australian citizens or holders of permanent residency visas.
  • Applicants must have the outstanding academic ability, demonstrated strong leadership skills and extensive involvement in extracurricular activities.
  • Students whose first language is not English must refer to and meet Bond University’s standard English entry requirements for undergraduate applicants and English entry requirements for postgraduate applicants.
  • Applicants will be asked to submit academic statements, a summary of achievements, and letters of reference from relevant individuals who can support their application. They will also be asked to submit a 500-word personal statement outlining key achievements  and attributes.
Nationality: International students are eligible for these scholarships.Bond University
College Admission Requirement:
Entrance Requirement: Applicants must have the outstanding academic ability, demonstrated strong leadership skills and extensive involvement in extracurricular activities.
Test Requirement: Not Known
English Language Requirements: Students whose first language is not English must refer to and meet Bond University’s standard English entry requirements for undergraduate applicants and English entry requirements for postgraduate applicants.
How to Apply: The mode of applying is online. Applicants will be asked to submit academic statements, a summary of achievements, and letters of reference from relevant individuals who can support their application. They will also be asked to submit a 500-word personal statement outlining key achievements  and attributes.
Application Deadline: The application deadline is 23 September 2016, for the January 2017 semester
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Saturday 28 May 2016

Adelaide Scholarships International (ASI) for Overseas Applicants in Australia, 2017

Adelaide Scholarships International (ASI) for pursuing Higher Degree by Research (Masters/ Doctoral) at University of Adelaide. International students can apply for these scholarships.
The University of Adelaide aims to create and engender a university culture that values health, safety and wellbeing as fundamental components of the work environment, supported by safe systems of work, appropriate governance, training, management structures and operational strategies.
The University of Adelaide is one of Australia’s most prestigious universities and is renowned internationally for excellence in education and research.
In order to be eligible applicants are required to have successfully completed at least the equivalent of an Australian First Class Honours degree

Course Level:
 Scholarships are available for pursuing Higher Degree by Research (Masters/ Doctoral) at University of Adelaide.

Study Subject:
Scholarships are awarded to study any of the courses offered by the University of Adelaide.

Scholarship Award:
 The ASI provides
  • Course tuition fees for two years for a Master degree by Research and three years for a Doctoral research degree (an extension is possible for doctoral programs only),
  • An annual living allowance ($26,288 in 2016) for two years for a Master degree by Research and three years for a Doctoral research degree (an extension is possible for doctoral programs only), and
  • For Postgraduate Research (Subclass 574) visa holders, the award provides compulsory standard Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Worldcare policy for the student and their spouse and dependents (if any) for the standard duration of the student visa.  It does not cover the additional 6-month extended student visa period post thesis submission. If the award holder does not hold a subclass 574 visa then he/she is responsible for the cost of health insurance.
Scholarship can be taken in the Australia

Eligibility:
 In order to be eligible
  • Applicants are required to have successfully completed 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). All qualifying programs of study must be successfully completed.
  • Scholarships will be awarded on academic merit and research potential. Extra-curricular achievements are not considered.
  • International applicants must not hold a research qualification regarded by the University of Adelaide to be equivalent to an Australian Research Doctorate degree or, if undertaking a Research Master degree, not hold a research qualification regarded by the University of Adelaide to be equivalent to or higher than an Australian Research Master degree.
  • International applicants who have not provided evidence of their meeting the minimum English language proficiency requirements for direct entry by the scholarship closing date, or who have completed a Pre-Enrolment English Program to meet the entry requirements for the intended program of study, are not eligible.
  • Citizens and Permanent Residents of Australia, and citizens of New Zealand are ineligible.
  • Those undertaking research via remote candidature is ineligible.
  • 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.
  • Candidates who have applied for Australian permanent resident status can apply for ASI scholarships.
  • International applicants are not eligible if they have already commenced the degree for which they are seeking an award unless they can establish that they were unable to apply in the previous round.
  • Scholarships holders must commence study at the University of Adelaide in the semester the scholarship is offered.
  • Applicants who applied and were eligible for consideration in an international scholarship round, and were unsuccessful, will automatically be reconsidered in the following international scholarship round, assuming they hold a valid offer of candidature for that intake. An applicant who has been considered in 2 rounds cannot be reconsidered in any future scholarship rounds.
  • The offer of a scholarship is contingent upon a student not being offered another award by the Commonwealth of Australia, the University of Adelaide, or an overseas sponsor. The University reserves the right to withdraw an offer of a scholarship at any time prior to enrolment if it is advised that an awardee has been offered a scholarship equal to or in excess of the financial value of the award offered by the University.
Nationality: International students can apply for these scholarships.

College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirement: In order to be eligible applicants are required to have successfully completed 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).

Test Requirement:
 No

English Language Requirements:
 The university’s preferred accredited English language tests are: IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson Test of English – Academic and CAE (Cambridge English: Advanced). Students without the required level of English will need to satisfactorily complete an intensive program of English language before being admitted to the University of Adelaide. The university can arrange an appropriate English language program, Academic English (PEP Pathway) in Adelaide at the university’s English Language Centre.

Australia Scholarships
How to Apply: To apply please submit a formal application for Admission and a Scholarship via online application system. There is no application fee. Note. The University of Adelaide is unable to provide an assessment of eligibility for candidature and/or a scholarship until a formal application is submitted and assessed. We strongly recommend that all applicants submit their application and all required documents well before the closing date.
Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31 August 2016.
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Friday 27 May 2016

Heriot-Watt University SML International Merit Scholarship in UK, 2016


Heriot-Watt University is offering merit scholarships within the School of Management and Languages. Indian applicants are eligible to apply for these scholarships.
University offers a number of general and subject-specific funding schemes. The aim of the scholarships is to attract the best and most motivated people to the UK.
Heriot-Watt University has established a reputation for world-class teaching and practical, leading-edge research, which has made us one of the top UK universities for business and industry.
All applicants who pay the overseas fee level have accepted their offer of a place on a postgraduate taught programme in the School of Management and Languages. If English is not your first language a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent is required with all elements passed at 6.0 or above. Applicants who have previously successfully completed programmes delivered in English will be exempt from the above requirement subject to submission of documentation. A minimum of one year of full-time study, employment or equivalent is required.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing postgraduate taught programme at Heriot-Watt University.
Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded within the School of Management and Languages.
Scholarship Award: The £2,000 GBP scholarship is awarded as fee abatement.
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: The following criteria must be met in order for applicants to be eligible for this scholarship:
All Indian applicants who pay the overseas fee level, have accepted their offer of a place on a postgraduate taught programme in the School of Management and Language and have paid their deposit (where applicable) by 30th June 2016.
Nationality: Indian applicants are eligible to apply for this scholarship programme.
College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirements: Applicants who are nominally resident in India, pay the overseas fee level, have accepted their offer of a place on a postgraduate taught programme level in the School of Management and Languages, and have paid their deposit (where applicable) by 30th June 2016 will be automatically considered for this scholarship. No separate application is required.
English language Requirements: If English is not their first language a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent is required with all elements passed at 6.0 or above. Applicants who have previously successfully completed programmes delivered in English will be exempt from the above requirement subject to submission of documentation. A minimum of one year of full-time study, employment or equivalent is required.
How to Apply: Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria will be automatically considered for this scholarship. No separate application is required.
Application Deadline: Scholarship application deadline is 30-June-2016.

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Thursday 26 May 2016

Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships at University of Hertfordshire in UK, 2016

University of Hertfordshire is offering Vice-Chancellor’s scholarships for international students. Scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degree programme at University of Hertfordshire.
The aim of the Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship is to enable and encourage academically able international students.
The University is the UK’s leading business-facing university and an exemplar in the sector. The university main objective of the university is to provide high quality, comprehensive educational and training opportunities that are compatible to changing needs of the students.
The normal entry requirements are that applicants must have completed their degree. IELTS score should be 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in any band).
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degree programme at University of Hertfordshire.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are offered in diverse fields to help students in upgrading their education.
Scholarship Award: The scholarship will be awarded for either £1000 or £2000 towards course fees for the first year of study.
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility:
Applicants are classed as an International student if they are from a country outside of the European Union.
-All undergraduate and postgraduate International students may be eligible for the International Scholarship.
-Scholarships will be assessed based on the strength of their personal statement.
-They assess eligibility and funding amounts on a case by case basis which is dependent on course, application and country of application.
-Students will be notified by email by 1st August 2016 to let them know if they have been successful in receiving a scholarship award.
-Students are only eligible to receive one scholarship award.
Nationality: International students can apply for these scholarships.University of Hertfordshire
College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirement: The normal entry requirements for undergraduate degrees are completion of 12 years of school education and successful completion of a school leaving certificate equivalent to UK ‘A’ Levels and for postgraduate degrees are completion of a Bachelor degree in a relevant subject area at a level equivalent to a UK second class honours degree.
Test Requirement:
English Language Requirements: For the majority of university courses, they accept the following tests
-GCSE English Language at grade C or above
-IGCSE English at grade C or above
-IELTS score of 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in any band)
-Pearson Test of English 51 (with no less than 42 in any band)
-Indian Standard XII English Language (65% undergraduate/70% postgraduate)
Supporting Material: If they are applying to the University through an approved representative, or making a direct application (for postgraduate students only) please make sure that they include the following documents:
-Completed UH application form
-Academic transcripts (1 for undergraduate and 2 for postgraduate study)
-Evidence of English language qualification
-Personal statement
-References
-Copy of passport photo page
-Proof of sponsorship, if applicable
-Immigration History Questionnaire
How to Apply: Applications must be submitted via email to scholarships-at-herts.ac.uk for September 2016 intake.
Application Deadline: The deadline for new applications (standard courses) for the September 2016 intake is Friday 12 August 2016
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Tuesday 24 May 2016

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Thursday 19 May 2016

Commonwealth Shared Scholarships for Master’s Courses in UK, 2016


Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the United Kingdom (CSC) in partnership with UK universities offers Commonwealth Shared Scholarships for students from developing Commonwealth countries. Shared Scholarships are usually tenable for one-year Master’s courses only.
The purpose of scholarship is to contribute to development needs of Commonwealth countries by providing training for skilled and qualified professionals and academics who would not otherwise have been able to study in the UK.
The Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) is one of the largest and most prestigious scholarship schemes for international study in the world. Since it was established in 1959, around 30,000 individuals have benefited – 25,000 of them have held awards funded by the UK government, managed by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the United Kingdom (CSC).
If applicants require a Tier 4 visa to come to the UK to study, they may be required to take an approved English language test and/or be screened for tuberculosis for your visa application. These regulations are subject to change at any time.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing master’s degree program at UK Institutions.
Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded to study subjects related to the development of their home country at participating UK universities only.
Scholarship Award: Shared Scholarships are jointly funded by the CSC and participating UK universities. Each Scholarship provides:
-Approved airfare from their home country to the UK and return at the end of their award (arranged by the university; funded by the CSC)
-Approved tuition and examination fees (funded by the CSC)
-Stipend (living allowance) at the rate of £1,034 per month, or £1,268 per month for those studying at universities in the London metropolitan area (rates quoted at 2015-2016 levels) (paid and funded by the university)
-Thesis grant towards the cost of preparing a dissertation, where applicable (claimed from and paid by the university; funded by the CSC)
-Warm clothing allowance and visa reimbursement, where applicable (paid and funded by the university)
-Study travel grant towards the costs of study-related travel within the UK or overseas (claimed from and paid by the university; funded by the CSC)
-Excess baggage allowance, up to an annual approved limit, when returning home (claimed from and paid by the university; funded by the CSC)
-No additional allowances are available for spouses or other dependants.
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: To apply for these scholarships, applicants must fulfill the given criteria:
-Be a Commonwealth citizen, refugee, or British protected person
-Be permanently resident in a developing Commonwealth country. For a full list of eligible countries
-Be available to start their academic studies in the UK by the start of the UK academic year in September/ October 2016
-By August 2016, hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) honours standard
-Not have studied or worked for one (academic) year or more in a developed country
-Be unable, either them self or through their family, to pay to study in the UK
-The CSC promotes equal opportunity, gender equity, and cultural exchange. Applications are encouraged from a diverse range of candidates.
Nationality: Students of developing Commonwealth countries (Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, Virgin Islands (British), Cameroon, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Falkland Islands, Fiji, Ghana, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guyana, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Montserrat, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Pitcairn  Islands, Rwanda, St Helena, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and The Grenadines, Seychelles, Samoa, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Zambia and Zimbabwe) can apply for these Commonwealth Shared Scholarships.
College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirements: In order to be eligible applicants must hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) honours standard.
English language Requirements: If applicants require a Tier 4 visa to come to the UK to study, they may be required to take an approved English language test and/or be screened for tuberculosis for your visa application. These regulations are subject to change at any time.
How to Apply: Applicant should apply to study an eligible Master’s course at a UK university that is participating in the Shared Scholarship scheme. Applicant must make their application using the CSC’s Electronic Application System (EAS). Applicant can apply for more than one course and/or to more than one university, but they may only accept one offer of a Shared Scholarship. The CSC will not accept any applications that are not submitted via the EAS to their UK University or applications directly from individuals.
Application Deadline: All applications must be submitted by 1 April 2016 at the latest. Each university has its own closing date for applications, and most fall before 1 April 2016. Applicants must submit their application by the date advised by their UK university.

Tuesday 10 May 2016

SINGA PhD Awards for International Students in Singapore, 2017


Up to 240 SINGA Awards are given every year to top students from all over the world. Awards are available for pursuing PhD studies either at National University of Singapore (NUS) or Nanyang Technological University (NTU) or the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD).
They want to encourage more such exchanges, to build friendships and mutual understanding. This is why they are introducing a new Singapore International Graduate Award (or SINGA), for international students to do their PhD training in a multi-disciplinary environment in Singapore. 240 SINGA Awards will be given every year to top students from all over the world.
The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) is a collaboration between the Agency for Science, Technology & Research (A*STAR), the Nanyang Technological University (NTU), the National University of Singapore (NUS) and the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD). PhD training will be carried out in English at your chosen lab at A*STAR Research Institutes, NTU, NUS or SUTD. Students will be supervised by distinguished and world-renowned researchers in these labs.
International students with a passion for Science and Engineering research, excellent academic qualifications, good reports from academic referees, and fluency in English are encouraged to apply for this award. TOEFL, IELTS and GRE are NOT required. However, applicants may indicate their scores in the online application form if they have already taken any of these tests. If applicants are invited for an interview, the selection panel will assess your command of spoken and written English during the interview. The selection process will not be biased against candidates without GRE, TOEFL or IELTS.
Course Level: Awards are available for pursuing PhD studies either at National University of Singapore (NUS) or Nanyang Technological University (NTU) or the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD).
Study Subject(s): SINGA only supports PhD studies in the field of science and engineering.
Scholarship Award: The award provides financial support for up to 4 years of PhD studies. It includes:
– Full support of tuition fees
– Stipends – S$2,000 per month (S$24,000 per annum), to be increased to S$2,500 per month (S$30,000 per annum) after passing Qualifying Examinations
– One-time S$1,000 settling-in allowance
– One-time airfare grant of S$1,500
Scholarship can be taken at: Singapore
Eligibility: To be eligible to apply:
-Open to all international students
-Graduates with a passion for research and excellent academic results
-Good skills in written and spoken English
-Good reports from academic referees
Nationality: International students can apply for these SINGA Awards.
College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirement: International students with a passion for Science and Engineering research, excellent academic qualifications, good reports from academic referees, and fluency in English are encouraged to apply for this award.
Test Requirement: No
English Language Requirements: TOEFL, IELTS and GRE are NOT required. However, applicants may indicate their scores in the online application form if they have already taken any of these tests. If they are invited for an interview, the selection panel will assess your command of spoken and written English during the interview. The selection process will not be biased against candidates without GRE, TOEFL or IELTS.
Supporting Material: Softcopies of the following supporting documents must be uploaded during their online application:Compulsory:
Identity card or Passport
-A recent passport-sized photo in JPEG/PNG format
-Bachelor’s Academic Transcripts (in English translation)
-Bachelor’s Degree Certificate / Scroll (in English translation) or a letter of certification from the university on their candidature if their degree certificate / scroll has not yet been conferred
-Master’s Academic Transcripts, if any (in English translation)
-Master’s Degree Certificate / Scroll, if any (in English translation) or a letter of certification from the university on their candidature if their degree certificate / scroll has not yet been conferred
-2 recommendation reports (to be completed and submitted online by the referees)
How to Apply: Applicant will first need to fill up an online application form and submit it through the SINGA website.
Application Deadline: The application deadline is 1 June 2016 for August 2016 intake.


Read more: SINGA Awards: Singapore International Graduate Awards, 2017 Scholarship Positions 2016 2017
http://scholarship-positions.com 


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Monday 9 May 2016

Coventry  university Nigeria High Achievers Scholarship for Postgraduates in UK, 2016


Coventry University is pleased to offer High Achievers Scholarships for pursuing full-time postgraduate programme. Students from Nigeria are eligible to apply for these scholarships.
The university provides modern educational and research environments that will enable students and researchers to face current challenges and to focus on knowledge as a principle driving force for development.
Coventry University is leading UK University which is ranked No.15 amongst the UK Universities. Coventry University is the top University for student satisfaction. This university is forward-looking, modern university with a proud tradition as a provider of high-quality education and a focus on applied research.
In order to obtain a Tier 4 student visa, applicants are required to demonstrate that they have the correct level of English language competency to study in the UK. The requirements differ dependent on whether they are applying to study a Foundation or Pre-Sessional English programme or those who wish to study at undergraduate or postgraduate degree level.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing Postgraduate programme.
Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded in multiple subjects offered by the university.
Scholarship Award: 5 awards of £2000 towards tuition fees available for the best and brightest postgraduate students from Nigeria.
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: The following criteria must be met in order for applicants to be eligible for scholarships:
-The Nigeria High Achievers Scholarship is available to all Nigerian students applying for full-time postgraduate programmes who have submitted an application for study before 22nd July 2016.
-The Scholarships are allocated to applicants on the basis of their academic merit. Allocation will be decided on assessment of the following;
-Academic qualifications (at least a 1st class degree or equivalent qualifications)
-Understanding of the course and motivation to study at Coventry
-Extra-curricular or work experience
-This award is for international fee payers only.
Nationality: Nigerian students are eligible to apply for these scholarships.
College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirements: Academic qualifications (at least a 1st class degree or equivalent qualifications).
English language Requirements: In order to obtain a Tier 4 student visa, applicants are required to demonstrate that they have the correct level of English language competency to study in the UK. The requirements differ dependent on whether they are applying to study a Foundation or Pre-Sessional English programme or those who wish to study at undergraduate or postgraduate degree level.
Supporting Material: The International Office will need the following information in order to make a decision on their application:
– All academic transcripts
– Copies of degree/diploma certificates or work reference if employed
– One academic reference
– The English language tests score
– Personal statement
– Copy of current passport
How to Apply: The mode of application is online.
Application Deadline: Scholarship application deadline is 22nd-July-2016.


Read more: Nigeria High Achievers Scholarship for Postgraduates in UK, 2016 Scholarship Positions 2016 2017
http://scholarship-positions.com 


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