United Kingdom - 2009 University of Kent MA Scholarships in Politics and Government

University of Kent
MA Scholarships Available for January 2009
University of Kent’s Brussels School of International Studies

Applications are invited for two scholarships for politics students wishing to begin their studies at the University of Kent’s Brussels School of International Studies in January 2009.

Successful candidates will be registered at the University of Kent as full-time students on one of the five politics programmes offered at UKB (listed below) and will receive payment to cover 50% of their tuition fees (€6845 in 2008/9).

These scholarships are open to students of all nationalities and are valid for the following programmes:

  • MA in International Relations
  • MA in International Conflict Analysis
  • MA in International Political Economy
  • MA in European Public Policy
  • MA in Political Strategy and Communication

In order to be considered for the scholarship, candidates must both apply for admission to one of these masters programmes and submit a separate scholarship application, no later than the closing date of 15 October 2008.

Tags: , , , , , , , , ,

Continue Reading September 22nd, 2008

Malaysia - 2009 / 2010 Government of Malaysia Scholarship for International Students

SCHOLARSHIP FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS FROM GOVERNMENT OF MALAYSIA

Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia invites applications from international students for the scholarships from Government of Malaysia for academic session 2009/2010. The scholarships are as follows:-

  • MTCP Scholarship
  • MIS Scholarship for Undergraduate Studies
  • MIS Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies
  • Commonwealth Scholarship (Comprehensive information is provided in the brochure)

A panel established by the Ministry of Higher Education
Malaysia will finalise the selection.

Deadline: 31th December 2008

Tags: , , , , , ,

Continue Reading August 9th, 2008

Mexico - 2009 Mexican Government Scholarships for Foreigners

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mexico has officially opened its Call of Scholarships to receive applications from Non-Mexican citizens interested in applying for any of the following types of activities for the calendar year 2009: Masters Degree, Doctorate Degree, medical Specialization; Research Fellowships; Post-doctoral Study; Visiting Professors; Specialization; Artistic Fellowships; Expert Conferences; Research on Mexican Studies; Research on the Mexican Revolution; Research on the Mexican Independence. Please refer to PDF for further details. Other information websites about Mexican educational institutions are: www.anuies.mx; www.conacyt.mx; and www.edumexico.org.

Availability
This scholarship is offered to an unspecified number of people. Open for applications until August 7, 2008.

Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is unspecified (total may vary). This award is to be used for research. This scholarship is paid unspecified.

Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Continue Reading July 21st, 2008

Japan - 2009 Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho) Scholarship Program for Research Students

The Embassy of Japan has begun offering scholarships to Indonesian students who wish to study at Japanese universities as research students for the academic year 2009 under the Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho) scholarship program.

Any grantee who desires to enroll in a regular graduate course (a master’s course, a doctoral course or a professional graduate course) after studying as a research student or to move on from a master’s course or a professional graduate course to a doctoral course must pass an entrance examination given by the university concerned.

Applicants must have the following qualifications (among others):

  • Applicants must have been born on or after April 2, 1974
  • Applicants must have received from their university a GPA of 3.0 or higher or must have achieved a total score of 260 or higher in 2 subjects (except the subject of “Japanese”) in the Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU).
  • a minimum TOEFL score of 550 or equivalent or The Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level 2 or higher.

Application forms are available free of charge at the Embassy of Japan (Education Section: 8:30-12:00, 14:00-15:30), the Consulates General of Japan in Surabaya, Medan and Makassar and are also available on the Embassy of Japan website (http://www.id.emb-japan.go.jp).

Tags: , , , ,

Continue Reading May 14th, 2008

Japan - 2008 Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho) Scholarship for In-Service Training for Teachers

The Japanese Government (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology / MONBUKAGAKUSHO) offers the scholarship to Indonesian teachers who wish to study at universities (non-degree) in Japan from the academic year 2008 (October 2008) for one and a half year (includes a 6-month Japanese language training period).

 Qualifications for the application are as follows:

  • Applicants must be less than 35 years of age as of 1st April 2008..
  • Applicants must be university or teacher training college graduates and must be teachers in active service of primary or secondary schools (including private schools) who have at least 5 years of experience in their terms of service as of 1st April 2008.

Further information on this scholarship program is available at the Embassy of Japan (Education Section: 021-3192-4308 Ext. 175, 176) and the Consulate General of Japan in Surabaya, Makassar and Medan.

Application forms are available at the Embassy of Japan and the Consulate General of Japan in Surabaya, Denpasar, Makassar and Medan. Application forms are also available on the website of Embassy of Japan (http://www.id.emb-japan.go.jp/).

The application must be directly submitted to the Embassy of Japan (Education Section) by 18th January 2008.

Tags: , , , , , , ,

Continue Reading December 4th, 2007

Japan - 2008 / 2009 Japan - IMF Postgraduate Scholarship Program for Asian Government Officials in Macroeconomics or Realted Field

This program concentrates on graduate-level study in macroeconomics or a related field.

Nationals from any of the following countries are eligible to apply: Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Lao PDR, Mongolia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Tajikistan, Thailand, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, and Pacific Island Countries. Nationals of other countries in the region may also be considered on a case-by-case basis. If you are not sure whether you are eligible to apply, please contact the IMF Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (see address below).

Candidates must be nominated by a senior government official from their country’s ministry of finance, economy, central bank, or equivalent agency.

Admission requirements include a bachelor’s degree from a reputable university and an outstanding academic record, appropriate work experience, and proven proficiency in English. Candidates must also pass a mathematics/statistics test, administered to those who have been successful in the initial prescreening stage.

The program offers a full scholarship for one academic year covering cost of tuition, roundtrip airfare (subject to conditions), a monthly stipend to cover housing and subsistence costs, medical insurance, and other scholar expenses.

Tags: , , , , , , , , , ,

Continue Reading December 4th, 2007

Singapore - 2008 / 2009 Singapore Scholarship for Undergraduates from ASEAN Countries

*Application for the Singapore Scholarship for Academic Year 2008/2009 is now open except for Brunei & Malaysia.

Application for Brunei and Malaysia will be open in March 2008 after the respective results for the General Certificate of Education Advanced Level and Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) are released.

The Singapore Scholarship was announced by then Prime Minister of Singapore, Mr Goh Chok Tong, at the 6th ASEAN Summit in December 1998. The objective of the Singapore Scholarship at that time was to help alleviate the problem of educating young people in the ASEAN countries due to the regional economic crisis.

The Singapore Government awards the Scholarship to Government-endorsed students from the other member countries of ASEAN. Each scholarship is for a full-time undergraduate degree course at the Nanyang Technological University (NTU), the National University of Singapore (NUS) or the Singapore Management University (SMU). All disciplines except Architecture, Law, Biomedical Sciences/Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dentistry and Medicine are open for application. The duration of each scholarship is for three or four years, depending on the discipline.

The award is based on merit and places will be allocated by open competition. If necessary, a one-year bridging or foundation programme, in addition to the undergraduate studies, will be provided.

Eligibility
Citizens of ASEAN member countries (except Singapore) are eligible to apply for the Singapore Scholarship.

Tags: , , , , , , , , , , ,

Continue Reading November 29th, 2007

USA - Fall 2008 East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship

The East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship provides Master’s and Doctoral funding for graduate students from Asia, the Pacific, and the U.S. to participate in educational and research programs at the East-West Center while pursuing graduate study at the University of Hawai‘i. Through East-West Center affiliation, awardees become part of a growing network of students and alumni forging the shape and substance of the world’s most vibrant region.

Center fellowships are provided for degree study at the University of Hawai‘i and participation in the Center’s international and intercultural programs. The Center and the University of Hawai‘i, located in a unique island setting with a distinctive multicultural heritage, offer premier resources for studies on Asia, the Pacific, and the U.S.

Degree fellows have opportunities to participate in graduate certificate programs offered in leadership studies, international intercultural studies, population studies and natural resource management that enhance their degree studies. Other opportunities include invited participation in the Center’s research projects in several areas of international study including politics, governance and security; economics; environmental change; population and health; education; and Pacific islands development.

Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Continue Reading September 23rd, 2007

Australia - THE-ICE 2007 Scholarships for Semester 2 in Tourism and Hospitality for Masters, Bachelor and Diploma Level Studies

The International Centre of Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Education (THE-ICE) is an Australian government initiative to encourage excellence in tourism and hospitality education. We offer scholarships to international students who wish to study tourism and hospitality in Australia at THE-ICE member institutions. Our member’s programs are independently assessed by an international panel to meet THE-ICE Standards of Excellence. These standards have been especially developed to endorse high quality tourism and hospitality programs.

Scholarships are offered for Masters, Bachelor and Diploma level studies commencing in Semester 2, 2007. They comprise a grant of AUD$10,000 per year, and apply to over 60 quality-endorsed programs which can be undertaken at THE-ICE member institutions in Australia.

Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Continue Reading 12 comments November 22nd, 2006

Singapore - 2007/2008 Singapore Scholarship for Undergraduates from ASEAN Countries

Application for the Singapore Scholarship Academic Year 2007/2008 is now open.

*Application for Brunei and Malaysia will be open in March 2007 after the respective results for the General Certificate of Education Advanced Level and Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) are released.

Welcome to the Singapore Scholarship for ASEAN Countries under the Singapore Cooperation Programme.

What is Offered

  • The Singapore Scholarship is tenable for the minimum period required to obtain the respective degrees at Nanyang Technological University, National University of Singapore or Singapore Management University. It covers full tuition fees and a living allowance of S$4,300 (covering meals, transport, textbooks and course materials during schoool semester) per academic year. In addition, a separate full accommodation allowance based on the room rates at each university or designated hostel (for SMU which does not have on-campus accommodation) will be provided during school semester.
  • One return economy class air ticket is provided for the Scholar’s passage from his/her home country to Singapore for the duration of studies determined by the Singapore Government. No additional assistance will be provided for other travel expenses.
  • A recipient of the Scholarship may not concurrently hold any other Scholarship, Fellowship, Grant or Award without the prior approval of the Singapore Government.
  • There is no bond imposed on the Scholarship by the Singapore Government. The Scholars are expected to return home to contribute to the development of their countries upon graduation.
  • The Singapore Government reserves the right to terminate the Scholarship if the Scholar’s academic progress is unsatisfactory or his conduct is in violation of the university’s rules and regulations.
Tags: , , , , , , , , , , ,

Continue Reading 116 comments November 20th, 2006

Previous Posts