New Zealand International Doctoral Scholarships (NZIDRS), 2017

Applications are invited for New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships (NZIDRS). The NZIDRS are open for international students to undertake Ph.D. study at a New Zealand university.

The scholarship aims to attract and retain the best international researchers to New Zealand.

The New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarship (NZIDRS) is a Government funded scholarship, administered by Education New Zealand.

Applicants must hold a minimum grade equivalent to a GPA of 3.7 on a 4.0 scale OR an A to A+ average in your most recent or highest post graduate tertiary qualification. As a general rule, for those wishing to complete a postgraduate qualification an overall IELTS score of 6.5 and no band less than 6.0 is the minimum required.

Course Level: Scholarships are available to undertake Ph.D. study at a New Zealand university.

Study Subject(s): Applications are welcomed from eligible candidates undertaking relevant research in any discipline.

Scholarship Award: The NZIDRS covers the following for a TOTAL of three years (36 months):

• New Zealand University annual tuition fees and associated student levies
• An annual living stipend of NZ$25,000 per year (tax-free)
• Medical insurance coverage up to NZ$600 annually

Number of Awards: Eight scholarships are available.

Scholarship can be taken in New Zealand

Eligibility:  The NZIDRS is a prestigious, highly competitive scholarship. It is awarded based on academic excellence and the benefit of the candidate’s proposed research to New Zealand. In order to apply for the NZIDRS applicants must meet all five eligibility criteria. These criteria are non-negotiable.

• Applicants must hold a minimum grade equivalent to a GPA of 3.7 on a 4.0 scale OR an A to A+ average in your most recent or highest post graduate tertiary qualification
• Applicants must have a confirmed, non-conditional offer of place for a (direct-start) Ph.D. programme at a New Zealand university
• If applicants have commenced their Ph.D. studies in New Zealand, their start date must be after 01 July 2016
• Applicants must conduct their Ph.D. study in New Zealand (not from a distance)
• Applicants must not hold citizenship or PR status in New Zealand or Australia.

Nationality: International students can apply for these scholarships.

College Admission Requirement 

Entrance Requirement: Applicants must hold a minimum grade equivalent to a GPA of 3.7 on a 4.0 scale OR an A to A+ average in your most recent or highest post graduate tertiary qualification.

Test Requirement: No

English Language Requirements: As a general rule, for those wishing to complete a postgraduate qualification an overall IELTS score of 6.5 and no band less than 6.0 is the minimum required. 

Government Scholarship

How to Apply: Download and complete an NZIDRS application form and submit it in hard copy by post. Required documents are:

• Academic Transcripts, Grading Scale and Certificates of Completion
• Credential Evaluation Report
• Evidence of a confirmed, non-conditional offer of place from New Zealand University
• Academic References
• Provisional Supervision Form
• Proof of Citizenship
• Curriculum Vitae

Application Form

Application Deadline: The application deadline is August 30, 2017.

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AK CONSULTANTS, Anna Nagar,Madurai.
0452-4361818.
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School of Chemistry & Molecular Biosciences Indian Scholarship in Australia, 2017

The University of Queensland is inviting applications for The School of Chemistry & Molecular Biosciences Indian Scholarship. The scholarship is available for students from India studying postgraduate coursework program.

The purpose of the scholarship is to encourage and reward students from India studying postgraduate coursework programs administered by the School of Chemistry & Molecular Biosciences at The University of Queensland.

The University of Queensland (UQ) is internationally renowned for its highly awarded teaching staff, world-class facilities, and superior campus environment. It is ranked inside the world’s top 50 universities according to the QS World University Rankings 2015.

Applicants must have achieved a GPA (or overseas equivalent) of 80% over 7 semesters of undergraduate studies or 75% over 8 semesters of undergraduate studies at a higher education institution in India.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing postgraduate coursework program at the University of Queensland.

Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded to learn any of the courses offered by the School of Chemistry & Molecular Biosciences at The University of Queensland.

Number of Awards: The Senate may award up to 4 scholarships each year on the recommendation of the Head. One of every two scholarships shall be awarded to a student eligible to enrol in the Master of Biotechnology (16 unit or 24 unit) program.

Scholarship Award: The value of the scholarship is 50% of the tuition fees payable for the minimum number of units required to complete the program by the student who is awarded the scholarship, for each semester for which it is held.

Scholarship can be taken in Australia

Eligibility: An applicant is eligible for the scholarship if the applicant –

• Submits an application to the Head, by the closing date for applications; and
• Is a citizen of India; and
• Achieved a GPA (or overseas equivalent) of 80% over 7 semesters of undergraduate studies or 75% over 8 semesters of undergraduate studies at a higher education institution in India; and
• Is able to commence as an international student in Australia on a student visa.

Nationality: Students from India can apply for these scholarships.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: Applicants must have achieved a GPA (or overseas equivalent) of 80% over 7 semesters of undergraduate studies or 75% over 8 semesters of undergraduate studies at a higher education institution in India.

Test Requirement: No

English Language Requirements: Applicants must have at least 6.5 overall and a minimum of 6.0 in each sub-band of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent test.

India Scholarships

How to Apply: For applications for first semester (March) enrolment, the closing date is 31 October each year.

Application

Application Deadline: The application deadline is October 31, 2017.

For more Details, Please Contact
AK CONSULTANTS, Anna Nagar,Madurai.
0452-4361818.
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SINGA Awards for International Students in Singapore, 2018

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 in 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.

Singapore Scholarships

How to Apply: Applicant will first need to fill up an online application form and submit it through the SINGA website. 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)

Online Application

Application Deadline: The application deadline is June 1, 2017 for January 2018 intake.

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100 Mid-Year PhD Scholarships for International Students at Macquarie University in Australia, 2017

Macquarie University is pleased to offer 50 International iMQRTP and 50 Domestic MQRTP mid-year scholarships. These scholarships are available to eligible newly commencing PhD candidates and candidates who commenced their PhD in 2017.

The Macquarie University Research Training Program scholarship (MQRTP) scheme allocates funds annually to attract and support high quality domestic and international research candidates to undertake research primarily in the University’s identified strategic priority areas, as well as the broader University community.

Macquarie University is a public research university based in Sydney, Australia, in the suburb of Macquarie Park. Founded in 1964 by the New South Wales Government, it was the third university to be established in the metropolitan area of Sydney.

Applicants must meet the University’s HDR English Language Requirements. Applicants who have not met the English language requirements at the time of application are not eligible to apply.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing full-time Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme.

Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded to study the subjects offered by the university.

Scholarship Award: The Australian Government and Macquarie University offer a tuition fee offset through the Research Training Program (RTP) for up to a maximum of three years for a full-time Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Under the MQRTP scheme, Macquarie University offers international and domestic candidates a living allowance stipend of up to a maximum of three years for a full-time PhD, valued at $26,682 (indexed annually) per annum tax exempt (2017 rate) paid as a fortnightly stipend. International candidates must organise and pay for their own Overseas Health Cover (OSHC).

Scholarship can be taken in Australia

Eligibility:

• Candidates commencing their PhD program at MQ in 2017, including those that have commenced already in 2017, or have a candidature-only offer for 2017 but have yet to commence, or those that have yet to apply.
• Eligible for direct entry into the three-year PhD program. Please refer to the admission requirements for PhD.
• Applicants must meet the University’s HDR English Language Requirements. Applicants who have not met the English language requirements at the time of application are not eligible to apply. No conditional offers will be made.
• Candidates are expected to undertake full-time, internal, on-site candidature at Macquarie University by 15 December 2017.
• Able to start in 2017 as an offer cannot be deferred beyond 2017.
• Candidates will be rated against the scholarship rating guidelines.
• Not a currently enrolled candidate in Macquarie’s Master of Research (MRes) program.

Nationality: Domestic and international students can apply for these scholarships.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: Admission to Macquarie University’s Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program will have the following new requirements:

• Applicant to have completed the Macquarie University’s Master of Research (MRes) with at least 75% in the second year of the MRes; or
• Applicant to have completed a Master of Philosophy; or
• Applicant to have completed Master’s degree from another institution with the major research component. The size and length of the research thesis may vary, but it is expected to be of an equivalent scale and scope to the Macquarie University MRes thesis. Performance to be at Distinction level (75% or greater).

English Language Requirement: The University’s English requirements are:

• TOEFL (computer?based): Overall of 237 with minimum 19 in Listening, 19 in Reading, 25 in Structure/Writing and TWE of 5.0; OR
• TOEFL (paper?based): Overall of 580 with 53 in Listening, 52 in Reading, 59 in Structure/Written Expression and TWE of 5.0; OR
• iBT (internet?based TOEFL): Overall score of 92 with 23 in Speaking, 18 in Listening, 17 in Reading and 22 in Writing; OR
• IELTS (academic version): Overall 6.5 with minimum of 6.0 in each band

Australia Scholarships

How to Apply:

• New applicants yet to submit an application must provide a complete application via the eApplication portal (transcripts, degrees/statement of completion, English proficiency evidence, proposal and other relevant documentation). Applicants must request referees to email reports to HDRO office as soon as possible. No conditional offers will be made. You must select “2017 Mid-Year MQRTP” in the scholarship section when you complete your application.
• Candidates who commenced in 2017 (including those who have completed the Master of Research program at Macquarie University and progressing into the PhD but did not meet the PhD scholarship criteria). Candidates must submit a scholarship application form to hdrschol-at-mq.edu.au with the subject line:  “2017 Mid-Year MQRTP” and include your student ID number.
• International and domestic candidates who have currently been offered candidature for 2017 commencement and have not yet enrolled in their PhD program are eligible to apply for these scholarships if they can commence by 15 December 2017. Please notify hdrschol-at-mq.edu.au with the subject line: “2017 Mid-Year MQRTP” and include your student ID number. If you have not previously applied for scholarships, you will need to complete a scholarship application form.
• Candidates who have already submitted an application to Macquarie University and would like to apply for the scholarship must notify hdrschol-at-mq.edu.au with the subject line: “2017 Mid-Year MQRTP” and include your student ID number if applicable.

Candidates who have already submitted an application to Macquarie University and would like to apply for the scholarship must notify hdrschol-at-mq.edu.au with the subject line: “2017 Mid-Year MQRTP” and include your student ID number if applicable.

Application Deadline: The application deadline is May 10, 2017.

For more Details, Please Contact
AK CONSULTANTS, Anna Nagar,Madurai.
0452-4361818.
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Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarships for College of Technology Students, 2018

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The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) invites applications for college scholarships available for international students to study at a Japanese college of technology.

Japanese Government Scholarship aim is to foster human resources who will become bridges of friendship between your country and Japan through study in Japan and who will contribute to the development of both countries and the wider world.

The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) offers scholarships to international students who wish to study at Japanese universities as undergraduate students under the Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship Program for 2017 as follows.

All classes will be given in the Japanese language.

Course Level: Scholarships are available to study at a Japanese college of technology. A graduated grantee will be awarded a diploma and an associate degree.

Study Subject: Those who wish to study in Japan as students at a college of technology must choose a field of specialization.

• Mechanical Engineering;
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering;
• Information, Communication and Network Engineering;
• Materials Engineering;
• Architecture
• Civil Engineering;
• Maritime Engineering;
• Other Fields

Scholarship Award: Scholarship includes:

• Allowance: 117,000 yen per month. (In case that the recipient research in a designated region, 2,000 or 3,000 yen per month will be added. The monetary amount each year may be subject to change due to budgetary reasons.) The scholarship is cancelled in principle if the recipient is absent from the college of technology or preparatory Japanese-teaching institution for an extended period. The scholarship will be also cancelled in principle in the following situations.
• Traveling costs:
  Transportation to Japan: The recipient will be provided, according to his/her itinerary and route as designated by MEXT, with an economy-class aeroplane ticket from the international airport nearest to his/her home country residence to the New Tokyo International Airport or any other international airport that the appointed university usually uses. Expenses such as inland transportation from his/her home address to the international airport, airport tax, airport usage fees, special taxes on travel, or inland transportation within Japan will not be covered
  2. Transportation from Japan: In principle, the recipient who returns to his/her home country within the fixed period after the expiration of his/her scholarship will be provided, upon application, with an economy-class airplane ticket for travel from the New Tokyo International Airport or any other international airport that the appointed university usually uses to the international airport nearest to his/her home address.
  3. Tuition and Other Fees: Fees for the entrance examination, matriculation, and tuition at universities will be paid by the Japanese government.

Scholarship can be taken in the Japan

Eligibility:  The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) is now accepting applications from overseas students for study in Japan. Our aim is to foster human resources who will become bridges of friendship between your country and Japan through study in Japan and who will contribute to the development of both countries and the wider world.

•  Nationality: Applicants must have the nationality of a country that has diplomatic relations with Japan. An applicant who has Japanese nationality at the time of application is not eligible. However, persons with dual nationality who hold Japanese nationality and whose place of residence at the time of application is outside of Japan are eligible to apply as long as they choose the nationality of the foreign country and give up their Japanese nationality by the date of their arrival in Japan. Applicant screening will be conducted at the Japanese Embassy/Consulate General (hereinafter referred to as the “Japanese diplomatic mission”) in the applicant’s country.
• Age: Applicants, in principle, must have been born between April 2, 1996 and April 1, 2001.
• Academic Background: Applicants, in principle, must have graduated from an upper secondary school (viz. have completed 11 years of school education starting from elementary school). (Applicants who will meet the above qualifications by March 2018 are eligible.)
• Japanese Language: Applicants must be willing to learn Japanese. Applicants must be interested in Japan and be willing to deepen their understanding of Japan after arriving in Japan. In addition, in general, applicants must be willing to receive college of technology education in Japanese.
• Health: Applicants must submit a health certificate in the prescribed format signed by a physician attesting that the applicant has no physical or mental conditions hindering the applicant’s study in Japan.
• Arrival in Japan: In principle, the selected applicants must be able to arrive in Japan between the 1st and 7th of April 2018.
• Visa Requirement, The applicant shall receive a “Student” visa, as stipulated in Appended Table 1(4) of the Immigration Act, and enter Japan with the residence status of “Student.” In regards to the visa, it should, in principle, be issued at the Japanese diplomatic mission in the applicant’s country.
• Others: While the applicant is studying in Japan, he/she shall contribute to mutual understanding between Japan and the home country by participating in activities at schools and communities with the aim of contributing to the internationalization of Japan. The applicant shall make efforts to promote relations between the home country and Japan by maintaining close relations with the university attended after graduation, cooperating with the conducting of surveys and questionnaires after the return home, and cooperating with all relevant projects and events conducted by Japanese diplomatic missions in the applicant’s country.

Nationality: Students who have the nationality of a country which has diplomatic relations with the Japanese government can apply for the scholarship.

List of Countries: (Asia-Pacific: Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Fiji, India, Indonesia, Kiribati, Republic of Korea, Laos, Malaysia, Maldives, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nauru, Nepal, New Zealand, Pakistan, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Vietnam. North America: Canada and the United States of America. Latin America and the Caribbean: Antigua and Barbuda, Argentine, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Commonwealth of Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Christopher and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Uruguay and Venezuela. Europe: Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyz Republic, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Republic of Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Serbia, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uzbekistan and Vatican. Middle East: Afghanistan, Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Yemen and Palestinian Authority. Africa: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Cape Verde, Chad, Comoros, Republic of Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Côte d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabonese Republic, Gambia, Ghana, Republic of Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Zambia, Uganda and Zimbabwe)

College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirement: 
A grantee that has completed the prescribed course at the preparatory school will go on to a college of technology designated by MEXT. The college of technology will be decided by MEXT upon consultation with the college concerned. No objection by the grantee against the decision will be allowed.

Test Requirement: No
English Language Requirements:  Applicants must be willing to learn Japanese. Applicants must be interested in Japan and be willing to deepen their understanding of Japan after arriving in Japan. In addition, in general, applicants must be willing to receive college of technology education in Japanese.

Japan Scholarship
How to Apply: Applicants will need to submit:
Applicants must submit the following documents to the Japanese diplomatic missions by the required date. The submitted documents will not be returned.

• Application Form (a prescribed form)
• Academic transcript for the past 3 years
• Graduation certificate from the last school attended (or certificate of expected graduation for an applicant due to graduate)
• Recommendation from the principal or the adviser of the last school attended
• Medical certificate
• Certificate of enrollment (for an applicant currently enrolled in a university)

Scholarship application form
Application Deadline: The deadline of the applications differs according to the country. Please contact with Japanese embassy or consulate general in your country.

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