HOST COMMUNITIES POST SECONDARY EDUCATION ASSISTANCE AWARD FOR (OML58, ANDONI, MGBUESILARU, REBISI, RUMUOGBA & AKWA IBOM COMMUNITIES) FOR 2009/2010In line with our core value of sustainable development of host communities and as part of our corporate social responsibility, the company hereby invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for its 2009/2010 community Education Assistance Awards for post primary, post secondary and postgraduate students from our OML58, Andoni, Mgbuesilaru Rebisi, and Akwa Ibom communities in tertiary institutions in Nigeria.The NNPC/TEPNG Community Education Assistance Award is open to all duly admitted and full-time students from our host communities in secondary, tertiary and postgraduate institutions in Nigeria and who are NOT beneficiaries of any other scholarships.Application will open from the 14th of September, 2009 and will close two weeks from the date of initial media publication.Please click on Apply above to start the application. Double applications will be disqualified.NB: Inquiries on the APPLICATION PROCESS ONLY can be sent to this email address: applications@totalsdd.com
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2009/2010 TOTAL E & P HOST COMMUNITY UNDERGRADUATE / POST GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
PPLS Career Development Studentships, UK
PPLS (PSYCHOLOGY) CAREER DEVELOPMENT STUDENTSHIPS
A minimum of four Career Development Studentships are offered by Psychology within the School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences
Career Development Studentships are designed to provide students with teachingexperience, training, and other career development opportunities. A stipend of £10,000 perannum will be provided in addition to tuition fees at the Home/EU level and additionalprogramme costs of £600 per annum. The studentships will start in September 2009.
Further information on the topics/research areas are available online at:http://www.ppls.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/CareerDevStudentship.htmlEligibilityCandidates should have an academic background in Psychology holding (or expecting to holdby September 09) a postgraduate Masters level qualification or equivalent and be eligible toapply for PhD level study at the University of Edinburgh. Students entering the second yearof their PhD Psychology study at the University of Edinburgh are also encouraged to apply.
Both International and Home/EU students are eligible to apply although please note that the tuition fees provided in the studentship are at a Home/EU level only.
Application Procedure
The application form and further guidance is available online at:http://www.ppls.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/CareerDevStudentship.htmlIf you have already submitted an application for PhD Psychology and would like to beconsidered for these studentships, please email pplspg-at-ed.ac.uk to register your interest.
Deadline for application: Friday 10th July 2009Selection ProcessShort listed candidates will be invited to attend an interview at the University of Edinburgh. Successful candidates will be informed by Friday 14th August 2009
2009 Scholarship Programme for African Students - UK and South Africa
Graça Machel Scholarship Programme Application Information: The key aim of the Graça Machel Scholarship Programme is to help provide the female human resources necessary for economic, social and cultural development in the southern African region and to develop an educated and skilled workforce that can benefit the wider community. Scholarships that target women have long been recognized as an effective approach in addressing gender equality and eradicating poverty. By providing opportunities to study at postgraduate level, these scholarships aim to empower women and to equip them to take up leadership positions in order to have a direct impact in the communities, nations and region in which they live. Following in the footsteps of Graça Machel, these female scholars will be positive role models for other women.
The Graça Machel Scholarship Programme will provide a minimum of 60 postgraduate scholarships to female students from Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Swaziland, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe in both South Africa and the UK. The majority of the scholarships will be for study in South Africa.
One of the key concerns of Mrs Machel is giving a voice to rural women and the scholarship is therefore aimed at empowering rural women. The Graça Machel scholarship is for women who have experienced significant struggle in their life and who have sought to overcome those barriers, be they related to gender, disability, poverty, age or racial discrimination. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate clearly how their application fits within this vision of empowerment.
Postgraduate Study: All scholarships are for postgraduate study, either for one academic year if based in the UK or for two years if based in South Africa. The scholarship includes payment of a maintenance allowance, travel, health insurance and tuition fees.
Candidates: Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis to women on the basis of academic/professional merit, financial need, intended academic programme, leadership potential and commitment to work for constructive change in Africa. Applicants must have at least two years’ relevant work experience.
Subject Areas:
• Health
• Education
• Science & Technology
• Economics & Finance
• DevelopmentApplications outside these areas will not be considered and will be discarded.
Application Process:
The application form is of primary importance as the main assessment is made on the basis of the completed application form. If necessary, interviews will also be conducted.
The following documents must be sent with all applications:
• Certified copy of undergraduate degree certificate plus university academic transcript• One passport size photo with the applicant’s name clearly written on the back• One academic reference in sealed envelope• One employment reference in sealed envelope
Please POST (do not fax or email) completed application forms and supporting documents to:
Canon Collins Trust22 The Ivories6 Northampton StreetLondon N1 2HYUK
Please be aware that Canon Collins Trust will assess many applications. We have at least 20 applicants for each available scholarship. It is important that you take time to complete the form fully, accurately and legibly. It is also vital that you demonstrate why your application should be successful.
The deadline for applications is
• 10th August for study in South Africa(Courses starting in February): we will notify you by 30th November if you have been successful
• 10th December for study in the UK(Courses starting in September/October) Application forms for study in the UK will be available in September. We will notify you by 30th June if you have been successful.
References
We are happy to accept references separately from the application and will collate them; however it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that the reference is sent.
In the case of the work reference, please be aware that confirmation of employment is not sufficient as a reference.
We require information regarding your work performance and potential.
Further Scholarship Information and Application (doc)
http://www.canoncollins.org.uk/support/graca-machel.php
http://scholarship-positions.com/2009-scholarship-programme-for-african-students-uk-and-south-africa/2009/06/15/#ixzz0JdRH1oW0&D
Study Abroad Scholarship Directories.
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AIFS Minority Scholarships are awarded one per semester, full tuition for an AIFS study abroad program. One hundred AIFS International Scholarships are awarded annually---$1000 toward an AIFS program.
American Association of University Women - the largest source of funding exclusively for graduate women in the world, supports aspiring scholars around the globe, teachers and activists in local communities, women at critical stages of their careers, and those pursuing professions where women are underrepresented.
Association of Commonwealth Universities - Provides lists of scholarships and fellowships to and from over 480 universities drawn from the Commonwealth countries of Africa and Asia, Australasia and the South Pacific, Canada and the Caribbean, the United Kingdom, Cyprus and Malta.
British Council - lists funding and scholarship information for study in the United Kingdom
DAAD - German Academic Exchange Service - The edu Undergraduate Scholarship is a flexible scholarship program which offers SHORT-TERM scholarships for participation in summer study abroad, internships, senior thesis research or summer courses at German universities and LONG-TERM scholarships for semester or year study abroad.
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North American Rolex Scholarship
Award Name:
North American Rolex Scholarship
Description:
The scholarships provide a hands-on introduction to underwater and other aquatic-related endeavors for young persons with an interest in underwater–related disciplines. This permits career decisions to be based on real work experiences
For study in:
Unrestricted/Worldwide
Field of Study:
Marine Biology, Unrestricted/Other
Available to:
Resource id #20, Resource id #21
Award Amount:
$20, 000/£15,000
Type of Award:
Scholarship
Grade Level:
Undergraduate, Graduate
Submission Deadline:
Nov. 30
Contact Information
Contact Information
200 E. Chicago Ave.Ste. 40Westmont, IL 60559United States
Contact Name/Title
Roberta Flanders - Executive Administrator - Executive Administrator
Phone
630 986-6990
Fax
630 986-8098
URL
http://owuscholarship.org
China: Scholarship for International Students at Nanjing University
This scholarship aims at encouraging and sponsoring outstandinginternational students and scholars specializing in Chinese languageand culture research to further their studies at Nanjing University.
I Details and Duration
1. There are three categories of the scholarship:
Full Scholarship (free tuition, free lodging, free textbooks and free medical care plus RMB 600-1400 yuan living allowance per month)
Free Tuition
Partial Tuition Waiver (5%-50%)
2. Duration of the scholarship: one month to one academic year
3. The scholarship winner pays for his or her international travelexpenses. If there are other contracts, do as the contracts specify.
II. Qualifications
1. Applicants must be international students or scholars who arediligently engaged in their studies and have achieved excellence.
2. Full Scholarship and Free Tuition Scholarship applicants can bestudents who have continued their enrollment from the previous semesteror those who have just started their studies at Nanjing University thecurrent semester.
3. Partial Tuition Waiver Scholarship applicants must bestudents who have completed their studies at Nanjing University formore than one semester (including one semester), have achievedexcellence in their studies, and are continuing their studies atNanjing University (currently only limited to students enrolled inInstitute of International Students). Recommendations from institutionsand organizations having exchange programs with Nanjing University arealso accepted. Applicants for Partial Tuition Waiver Scholarship who have studied atNanjing University before must have received Outstanding Student Award,Diligent Student Award and/or recommended by Nanjing University’svarious long and short term training programs.
III. Application Procedures
1. Applicants may request “Application Form for NanjingUniversity Scholarship for International Students” directly fromNanjing University Institute for International Students, or fromforeign universities, institutions or organizations having exchangeprograms with Nanjing University. They may also download the form fromNanjing University Institute for International Students web page. Theform must be truthfully filled out in Chinese or English.
2. All applicants must be recommended by two teachers they havehad at Nanjing University or by two teachers with Associate Professorsor higher titles. Application must be accompanied by copies of pastdegree certificate and school transcripts. Group applicants areaccepted mainly from universities, institutions and organizationshaving exchange programs with Nanjing University and those recommendedby the long term and short term training programs at NanjingUniversity.
3. Application forms and accompanying materials are to be sentdirectly to Nanjing University Institute for Foreign Students by June30 (for fall semester) and November 30 (for spring semester).
VI. Approval of the Scholarship
1. After receiving the application, Nanjing UniversityScholarship for International Students Committee will make a decisionwithin 40 days after the deadline. The winners will be notifieddirectly or through their affiliated institutions or organizations.
2. Incomplete applications and applications containing unverifiable information will not be processed.
3. Scholarship winners take “Approval Letter of NanjingUniversity Scholarship for International Students”, “Letter ofAdmission to Nanjing University” and the JW202 form to the ChineseEmbassy in their country to apply for Student Visa (X) or Visitor Visa(F). They are expected to arrive and register at Nanjing University ondays specified in the University catalog.
4. If the scholarship winner cannot come to Nanjing Universityfor that semester or year, the scholarship will be cancelled and willnot be extended.
Website: Nanjing University Scholarship
TUITION FREE EDUCATION IN USA
Berea College Official WebsiteBerea College
Location: Berea, Ky.
Specialty: Liberal arts college with required work-study program.How to get in: Most students score between 20 and 30 on the ACT or between 1410 and 1980 on the SAT. Applicants are expected to have a GPA of at least 3.0. The majority of applicants have limited financial resources and come from Appalachia.Percentage of students accepted: Of the 2,083 students who applied in 2007, 28% were accepted.Estimated annual value of tuition: $23,400.
Price you have to pay: $0
Contact:http://www.berea.edu
Berea CollegeOffice of Admissions
CPO 2220Berea, KY 40404
Phone: 859-985-3500
Toll-Free: 800-326-5948
Fax: 859-985-3512
Office Hours:M-F, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.Sat, By AppointmentSun, ClosedFor International Students
Contact: soren_peterson@berea.edu
(2) City University of New York’s Teacher Academy“Four-years of tuition and fees, leading to a baccalaureate degree in mathematics or science with initial certification to teach in middle and/or high school….Stipends for internships during the school year and summer.
-Official University of New York’s Teacher Academy WebsiteLocation
New YorkSpecialty: The academy, in its second year, prepares undergraduates to be math or science teachers in New York city’s public middle and high schools.How to get in: The school looks for applicants who are strong in science and mathematics and want to become teachers. Applicants need a high overall GPA, as well as high scores on the SAT or ACT.Percentage of students accepted: Out of the 400 students who applied in 2007, about 120 were accepted.Estimated annual value of tuition: $5,000. Students can earn up to $1,600 annually for fieldwork in partner host schools.
Price you have to pay in tuition costs: $0.Contact:TA @ BMCC199 Chambers StreetNew York, NY 10007
Phone: 212-220-1342
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/j2ee/index.jsp
TA @ Brooklyn College
2900 Bedford AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11210
Phone: 718-951-5061
http://depthome.brooklyn.cuny.edu/schooled/teacher-ac-BC.htm
TA @ The City College138th Street & Convent AvenueNew York, NY 10031
Phone: 212-650-5794
http://teacheracademy.ccny.cuny.edu/TA
@ College of Staten Island2800 Victory BoulevardStaten Island, NY 10314
Phone: 718-982-3609
http://www.csi.cuny.edu/teacheracademy/TA
@ Hostos500 Grand ConcourseBronx, NY 10451
Phone: 718-518-4161
http://www.hostos.cuny.edu/oaa/hhs/teacher_academy/index.htm
TA @ Hunter College695 Park AvenueNew York, NY 10021
Phone: 212-772-4490
Scholarships for Developing Countries in Switzerland 2009
The application procedure varies depending on the relationship that the doctoral candidate has with the ETH Zurich.
Criteria for candidates without link to the ETH Zurich
Eligibility
To be admitted to the selection process, the application has to fulfil the following requirements:
The candidate
Preference will be given to citizens of least developed countries and other low-income countries according to the OECD classification.
The entrance requirements for doctoral studies at the ETH Zurich have to be fulfilled.
Experience in the selected research area is required.
The research project
The proposal is of high scientific quality.
The research topic is innovative and relevant for development.
The ecological, socio-economic and cultural context has been taken into account.
Reasonable results can be expected in the given timeframe.
The expected impact of the research is high for the intended target group.
The partnership
Projects involving a research partner from a developing country have to be based on the KFPE principles.
All partners have been involved in project formulation and development.
All partners make a substantial in-kind or cash commitment.
The project is integrated into the general activities of the involved institutions.
Preference will be given to projects with partners in least developed countries and other low-income countries according to the OECD classification.
Application procedure
For candidates who do not yet have a supervisor at the ETH Zurich the application procedure consists of two steps.
First step – The candidate has to submit a concept note (details see below) to the North-South Centre. The deadline for submitting concept notes is June 30. In case that a suitable supervisor at the ETH Zurich can be identified and that he/she is ready to accept the candidate as a doctoral student, the supervisor can submit the full proposal.
Second step – Full proposals can be submitted to the North-South Centre by the supervising ETH professor once a year. The deadline is February 15 of the subsequent year.
Concept note
The proposed research has to be concerned with the development of a method or product, which is directly relevant to poor people in developing countries.
The research topic has to be within the thematic scope of ETH Zurich.
A potential research group at the ETH Zurich, where the proposed research could be embedded, has to be identified.
The CV of the candidate and three references have to be provided.
The research outline should not exceed 3000 characters (with spaces).
Relevant own publications or relevant earlier activities by the candidate should be indicated.
Full proposal
A scholarship of CHF 150’000 can be granted per proposal for a period of three years. The application in electronic form has to be submitted by the professor of the ETH Zurich who has accepted to supervise the candidate. The proposal of maximum 15 pages has to include the following information:
Proposal
Cover page including executive summary
Clearly defined and justified objectives
Problem definition, state of research (own and others) and references (to be included into appendix)
Project description, hypotheses, innovativeness of the research, research methodology, and corresponding logical framework matrix.
Description of the institutional framework and partnership, explaining the contribution of all involved partners (if applicable)
Supervision and backstopping
Work plan with milestones
Critical assessment of chances and risks
Expected results and strategy for their implementation (method or product to be developed and its relevance to end users)
Detailed budget for each year of the scholarship, differentiating all funding sources including those of the ETH chair and partner contributions (financial or in-kind)
Appendix
Letters of support from all involved partner institutions
Motivation letter with career intentions of the candidate
CV of the candidate with references
List of 5 independent reviewers
Personal references
Selection procedure and reporting
The proposals will first be reviewed by independent scientists of the relevant field and then evaluated by the expanded subcommittee grants of the North-South Centre as specified in the contract with the Sawiris Foundation.
The candidates of all accepted projects will be informed about the contractual requirements and reporting procedures (technical and financial).
Further Scholarship Infomation and Information
Africa Commonwealth Scholarships, University of Pretoria, SA, 2009
INTRODUCTION The University of Pretoria regards itself as a research intensive university. Hence, it is seeking candidates for doctoral studies who will make significant contributions to its research endeavour. As part of an initiative by the Association of Commonwealth Universities, the University of Pretoria has made funds available for two doctoral scholarships for students coming from Commonwealth Countries (excluding South African students). This scholarship will be known as the University of Pretoria Commonwealth Doctoral Scholarship and will be awarded on a competitive basis.
The University of Pretoria has established a reputation for academic excellence, particularly in relation to some of its major research activities. Information about these research activities can be obtained from the website of the University
1. Eligibility• The Doctoral Scholarship will be awarded to applicants who are citizens of Commonwealth Countries.• Applicants must conduct their studies at the University of Pretoria.• Applicants must have completed the degree that will give them admission to a doctoral programme a maximum of three years prior to their application for the University of Pretoria Commonwealth Doctoral Scholarship.• Applicants must not be older than 35 years of age at time of application.• Masters students currently registered at the University of Pretoria are not eligible for the Doctoral Scholarship.
2. Value of Doctoral ScholarshipThe value of this Doctoral Scholarship will be R 100 000 per annum.
3. Supplementary FundsThe holder of this scholarship may hold supplementary bursaries/ grants/scholarships.
4. Period of supportThe scholarship will be for a maximum period of support of three academic years.
5. Application ProcedureIn order to be considered for this scholarship, candidates must submit the following documentation to the University of Pretoria;
• An agreement in principle from a suitable academic supervisor at the University that the candidate can work under their supervision.• Provide an outline (one A4 page), of the research work that they wish to undertake• Complete and sign an International Postgraduate Application Form. (This form can be obtained from the Client Service Centre, Hatfield Campus and also on the website of the University of Pretoria (http://www.up.ac.za).• Curriculum Vitae (CV) – no more than 4 pages• Certified copy of passport• 2 Letters of reference from Academics/Supervisors at the Master’s level who have current knowledge of the applicant’s academic performance. Referees should be asked to comment on the following aspects of the candidatesqualities:o Their past academic performanceo Their research ability as evidenced by their masters studieso Their suitability for the study that is proposedo Their potential in the chosen field of doctoral studies.
• Full academic transcripts of all qualifications obtained.
Required documentation should be submitted together with the International Postgraduate Application Form to one of the Specialist Consultants at the Client Service Centre and to the proposed supervisor:
Mrs Mpho Maithufi Mr Ruan DippenaarClient Service Centre Client Service CentreUniversity of Pretoria University of PretoriaLynnwood Road Lynnwood RoadPretoria Pretoria0002 0002Tel: +27 (0)12 420 4077 Tel: +27 (0)12 420 5108Fax: +27 (0)12 420 2605 Fax: +27 (0)12 420 2605
6. Terms and ConditionsSupport for the subsequent years will be subject to:• submission of a progress report three months before the end of the each year of study,• confirmation by the supervisor that the scholar’s progress is satisfactory supported by the Head of Academic Department in which the student is registered On completion of the degree the candidate will be expected to return to his/her home country.
7. Selection CriteriaAward of this scholarship will be based on:• Academic performance of the candidate.• Potential to undertake advanced research activities.• Leadership qualities.• Evidence of research accomplishment at the masters level by means of publications or other appropriate products of the work undertaken.• Prizes and honours received.Selection of the candidates for these scholarships will be done by the University’s Institutional Selection Committee.The successful applicant will be informed by e-mail and official letter of acceptance. Candidates, who have not received written notification within six weeks of the closing date, must please contact the Client Service Centre.Tel: +27 (0)12 420 4077/5108/5107
8. Closing DateThe closing date for the 2009 Academic year is 31 March 2009.