Reach Oxford Scholarships for Undergraduate Students from Developing and Low Income Countries

Reach Oxford Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: All subjects (except medicine)
Course Level: Undergraduate
Provider: University of Oxford
Country to Study in: London, UK

Scholarship description
A number of Reach Oxford scholarships (formerly Oxford Student Scholarships) are offered to students from low income countries who, for political or financial reasons, or because suitable educational facilities do not exist, cannot study for a degree in their own countries.

Scholars will be expected to write an annual report about their academic and social activities, and achievements at the University.

Eligibility
This scheme is only suitable for candidates of the highest academic ability who have outstanding examination results. However, financial need and social commitment are also major criteria for selection.

Applicants should be intending to return to their country of ordinary residence following their studies.

Priority will be given to students who have not studied at undergraduate level before.

Eligible groups
Citizens of countries who receive official development assistance from the Development Assistance Committee (DAC) of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

These countries include the following:
Afghanistan; Albania; Algeria; Angola; Antigua and Barbuda; Argentina; Armenia; Azerbaijan; Bangladesh; Belarus; Belize; Benin; Bhutan; Bolivia; Bosnia and Herzegovina; Botswana; Brazil; Burkina Faso; Burundi; Cambodia; Cameroon; Cape Verde; Central African Rep.; Chad; Chile; China; Colombia; Comoros; Congo, Dem. Rep.; Congo, Rep.; Cook Islands; Costa Rica; Côte d’Ivoire; Cuba; Djibouti; Dominica; Dominican Republic; Ecuador; Egypt; El Salvador; Equatorial Guinea; Eritrea; Ethiopia; Fiji; Former Yugoslav Republic of; Gabon; Gambia; Georgia; Ghana; Grenada; Guatemala; Guinea; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Haiti; Honduras; India; Indonesia; Iran; Iraq; Jamaica; Jordan; Kazakhstan; Kenya; Kiribati; Korea, Dem. Rep.; Kosovo; Kyrgyz Rep.; Laos; Lebanon; Lesotho; Liberia; Libya; Macedonia; Madagascar; Malawi; Malaysia; Maldives; Mali; Marshall Islands; Mauritania; Mauritius; Mexico; Micronesia, Federated States; Moldova; Mongolia; Montenegro; Montserrat; Morocco; Mozambique; Myanmar; Namibia; Nauru; Nepal; Nicaragua; Niger; Nigeria; Niue; Pakistan; Palau; Panama; Papua New Guinea; Paraguay; Peru; Philippines; Rwanda; Saint Helena; Samoa; São Tomé and Príncipe; Senegal; Serbia; Seychelles; Sierra Leone; Solomon Islands; Somalia; South Africa; South Sudan; Sri Lanka; St. Kitts-Nevis; St. Lucia; St. Vincent and Grenadines; Sudan; Suriname; Swaziland; Syria; Tajikistan; Tanzania; Thailand; Timor-Leste; Togo; Tokelau; Tonga; Tunisia; Turkey; Turkmenistan; Tuvalu; Uganda; Ukraine; Uruguay; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu; Venezuela; Vietnam; Wallis and Futuna; West Bank and Gaza Strip; Yemen; Zambia; Zimbabwe.

Participating Institution(s)
Oxford University; UK

Fields of study
All undergraduate level courses and/or subjects (except Medicine due to the length and expense of this course)

Number of awards
To be confirmed by the provider. Please inquire from the sponsors.

Sponsorship duration
Three (3) or four (4) years depending on course length.

Please NOTE that this award is given to new students and the receipt of the award in subsequent years is subject to satisfactory academic progress.

Scholarship benefits
University fees and college fees, a grant for living expenses and one return air fare per year.

Method of Application
Please note that the university cannot consider applications from candidates who have not been offered a place at Oxford. You must first make an application to the University through UCAS and be successful in gaining a place of study.

You must make an application to the University through UCAS by 15 October and be successful in gaining a place. You will then need to complete a separate scholarship application form and arrange for two references to be submitted on your behalf. The scholarship application form will be uploaded to the official website (link to it is below) in early January 2015.

Please note that Oxford University cannot consider applications from candidates who have not been offered a place at the institution.

It is very important to visit the official website (link to it is below) to download the necessary forms and also for complete details on how to apply.

DEADLINES:
Candidates must first apply for admission to the University through UCAS by 15 October 2014.

The scholarship application form will be uploaded to the official website (link to it is below) in early January 2015, and must be completed by 12 noon UK time on Friday 20 February 2015.

PLEASE NOTE:
Students must apply for admission to the University before they can be considered for a Reach Oxford Scholarship. The University is unable to consider any scholarship applications from students who have not been offered a place at Oxford.

Applicants should be aware that competition for the scheme is very high and the University does not have additional funding for those candidates who are not offered a scholarship.

Application Deadline: 20 February 2015
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Related: UK Scholarships for International Students

USA: University of Oregon ICSP Scholarships for International Undergraduate and Graduate Students

ICSP Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: All fields
Course Level: Undergraduate, Graduate
Provider: University of Oregon
Country to Study in: USA

Scholarship Description
The University of Oregon (UO) in the USA offers the International Cultural Service Program (ICSP) Scholarships to international students who demonstrate financial need and exceptional merit.

The ICSP scholarship has a cultural service component which requires students to give presentations about their home country to children, community organizations, and UO students, faculty and staff. The scholarship is available for Bachelors and Masters Degree programmes that start in 2015 in the University.

Application for the ICSP Tuition Scholarship for international students at the University of Oregon, USA is currently ongoing and will end in January 2015.

Eligibility
To consider yourself eligible for the scholarship at the University of Oregon:

• Applicants must be admissible or fully admitted to the University of Oregon. New students must apply for admission to the UO for 2015-16 by the deadline date stated below.
• Applicants cannot be U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or eligible to receive U.S. federal financial assistance.
• Applicants must demonstrate financial need and meet the minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA requirement

Note that ICSP students agree to complete 80 hours per year of cultural service as required by the program.

Selection criteria:
The following criteria are used to select the successful candidate:

• Demonstrated financial need
• Experience participating in cultural activities
• Demonstrated performance and presentation skills
• Strong academic records
• Strong communication skills

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries (EXCEPT the USA)

Participating Institutions
University of Oregon, Oregon; United States

Fields of study
All eligible undergraduate and graduate full time programmes offered at the University

Number of awards
the university offers about 8-12 scholarships annually

Sponsorship duration
This is a onetime tuition fee waiver

Scholarship benefits
Selected ICSP students receive a tuition-waiver scholarship ranging from $9,000 - $27,000.

Method of Application
You must apply for admission to the University of Oregon before applying for scholarships. Your University of Oregon student ID number is required. Applications and supporting materials must be submitted to International Affairs on or before the officially announced deadline date (see below).

Applications and supporting materials must be submitted to International Affairs. Documents sent to the Admissions Office will not be accepted for your ICSP application.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) to access the online Application Form, online recommendation forms (you may provide the link to this form to your evaluators to submit online) and also for more detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

DEADLINES:
Applications and supporting materials must be submitted to International Affairs on or before January 15, 2015.

PLEASE NOTE:
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Completed ICSP application materials must submitted on or before January 15, 2015.

ICSP students agree to complete 80 hours per year of cultural service as required by the program. Cultural service can include speaking or giving demonstrations to schools or community groups about the heritage and culture of your country or participating in international events on campus.

Application Deadline: 15 January 2015
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Related: List of Scholarships in the USA for International Students

Study In Japan: United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Country Students

Japan Foundation for UNU (JFUNU) Scholarship

Course(s) Offered: Global issues (several fields)
Course Level: Graduate (masters)
Provider: The Japan Foundation
Country to Study in: Japan

Scholarship Description
The Japan Foundation for United Nations University (JFUNU) Scholarship is available for outstanding applicants from developing countries. Only those who can demonstrate a need for financial assistance will be considered for the award of the scholarship.

The programme addresses pressing global issues of sustainability, climate change, development, peace-building, and human rights through an innovative interdisciplinary approach that integrates the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities.

The programme is intended for recent graduates, professionals, and practitioners, offering the unique opportunity to study at a global university within the framework of the United Nations. It provides students with the knowledge and skills to make important contributions towards solving global issues, whether through employment by UN agencies, other international organizations, governments, civil society, or the private sector.

Eligibility
Applicants for the Master of Science in Sustainability are required to have met the following requirements by the application deadline in order to be considered:

• A strong interest in sustainability studies.
• Demonstrated commitment to study and understand global issues.
• A completed bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university or institution of higher education in a field related to sustainability. Those who expect to graduate and have a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent conferred before September 2015 may also apply.
• A GPA of 3.5 or above on a 4.0 scale on the bachelor’s degree earned.
• English language proficiency: The minimum score requirements for English language qualifications required by UNU-ISP are:
  
  • 600 in TOEFL – Paper-Based Testing (PBT)
  • 100 in TOEFL – Internet-Based Testing (iBT)
  • 7.0 in IELTS – Academic format
• Applicants, except for the cases below, must submit original TOEFL or IELTS score reports (from a test taken within the last two years) to Admissions Office at the time of application:
  
  • Applicants whose first language is English.
  • Applicants who graduated from a university or a postgraduate school located in an English speaking country.(IBT)
  • Applicants who completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree programme where the language of instruction and examination was English. In this case, an official statement from the academic institution will be required, confirming the use of English as the language of instruction and examination.

Selection Criteria:
The JFUNU Scholarship is available for outstanding applicants from developing countries who can demonstrate a need for financial assistance, and they will be considered as candidates for the award of the scholarship.

Eligible groups
Students from Developing Countries

Participating Institutions
Institute for Sustainability and Peace (ISP), United Nations University (UNU), Japan

Fields of study
The Master of Science in Sustainability programme equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute to solving challenges of sustainability. Drawing on an innovative, interdisciplinary approach, the programme integrates methods and resources from the natural and social sciences, as well as the humanities.

UNU-IAS welcomes applicants with:

• a keen interest in the pressing global issues on the UN agenda and in particular those of sustainability;
• an aspiration to pursue careers in international fields in public service or private organizations, including the United Nations, multinational corporations and non-governmental organizations as well as research and academic institutions;
• the intention to proactively apply academic research findings to policymaking; and
• a strong desire to contribute to the solving of problems concerning global environment, through an interdisciplinary approach.

For information on the specific courses offered as part of this degree programme, please visit the the curriculum information page on the official UNU-IAS website (link to it is below).

Number of awards
Not specified by provider

Sponsorship duration
This Scholarship is offered for two years.

Scholarship benefits
The JFUNU scholarship covers the full tuition fees, and provides a monthly allowance of 150,000 JPY* for living expenses for a maximum of 24 months. Travel costs to and from Japan, visa handling fees, and health/accident insurance costs must be covered by the student.

*150,000 JPY is the average monthly living cost for an international student without dependents in Tokyo, although this amount may vary depending on the lifestyle of the student.

Method of Application
All Interested applicants should apply through the UNU-ISP "online application form" found on the official website (link to it is below). Your official application must be made online, using UN-CECAR online application portal.

You will need to create a user account to submit your applications. The online form can be saved and returned to at any time before submitting.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information on applying for this scholarship.

DEADLINES:
Application for the 2015 academic session opened on 1st December 2014. The application deadlines for FIRST SELECTION deadline is 27 February, and for FINAL SELECTION deadline is 30 April.

The deadline to apply for September 2015 entry is 27th February 2015 (Tokyo time).

PLEASE NOTE:
After the application deadline, the process of reviewing applications and making admission decisions will take approximately 6-8 weeks. The successful applicants will be notified by email to the address provided on Application Form. Necessary documents for the admission procedure will be sent together with a letter of acceptance.

UNU-ISP may at any time require applicants to provide verification of the information and documents submitted as part of their application and/or additional information including, but not limited to, an interview.

The JFUNU scholarship is highly competitive and offered to a very small number of students who are granted admission to UNU-ISP. Thus, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for other funding opportunities from the government of their own country, private foundations, or international funding agencies.

Application Deadline: 27 February 2015
Open to International students: Yes (Developing Countries)

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Related: List of Scholarships in Japan for International Students

Heinrich Boll Foundation Scholarships for 1,000 Undergraduate, Masters and PhD Students Worldwide

Heinrich Boll Foundation (H.B.F) Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: All fields
Course Level: Undergraduate, Graduate (masters, PhD)
Provider: Heinrich Boll Foundation
Country to Study in: Germany, Switzerland, EU member states

Scholarship Description
Every year, the Heinrich Böll Foundation grants scholarships (the Heinrich Boll Foundation Scholarships) to approximately 1,000 undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral students of all subject courses and nationalities.

These students are those who are pursuing their degree at universities, universities of applied sciences (‘Fachhochschulen’), or universities of the arts (‘Kunsthochschulen’).

The Foundation campaigns for gender democracy, social emancipation, and equality between women and men. It is also committed to equality and social participation for cultural and ethnic minorities.

Eligibility
The following general requirements apply to international student applicants (except EU citizens) who wish to study in Germany:

• You must be enrolled at a state-recognized university or college (e.g. Fachhochschule) in Germany at the time the scholarship payments begin.
• You should provide proof that you have already graduated with an initial professional qualification. This programme mainly supports students aiming for a Masters degree.
• You need a good knowledge of German, and require you provide proof of your proficiency. Please note that the selection workshop (interviews, group discussions) will normally be in German. Exceptions (interview in English) are, however, possible.
• Unfortunately, the current guidelines specify that the foundation cannot support foreign scholarship holders for stays abroad in third countries for more than four weeks.
• You should definitely apply for a scholarship before the start of your studies, in order to ensure long-term support and cooperation.
• The Heinrich Böll Foundation cannot award you a scholarship, if you are studying for a one-year Masters degree and were not previously supported by the foundation.
• Applications are possible before you begin your study programme or within the first three semesters.
• Applicants must provide proof that they have been accepted as a doctoral student by an institution of higher education in Germany or an EU country (for doctoral scholarship).

For more on the eligibility criteria for all levels of scholars - undergraduate, masters and PhD - please visit the official website (link to it is below).

Selection Criteria:
The Foundation expects its scholarship recipients to have excellent academic records, to be socially and politically engaged, and to have an active interest in the basic values of the foundation: ecology and sustainability, democracy and human rights, self determination and justice.

Eligible Groups
Citizens from all over the world.

In addition to German students, the Foundation supports young people from many other countries, in particular countries in Eastern Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).

The Foundation promotes women, particularly in subjects where they are traditionally under-represented. It promotes ethnic minorities, and very much welcomes applicants from non-academic family backgrounds.

Participating Institution(s)
All state or state-recognized institutions of higher education (university, college or equivalent) in Germany, Switzerland or member states of the EU.

Field(s) of study
All courses and subjects are supported.
(Selected priority fields include: Humanities and Social Science, Fine Arts and Cultural Studies, Economics, Law, Engineering, Media Science and Natural Science).

Having in the past awarded scholarships mainly to students of the humanities, social sciences, art, and culture, the foundation is now, in addition, particularly interested in students of economics, law, engineering, science, mathematics, and journalism.

Number of awards
Approximately 1,000 (around 950 scholarships) are given every year - about 5/6 of them go to undergraduates and graduates and 1/6 to PhD students.

The specific number have not been made public, you may inquire this from the Scholarship Provider.

Sponsorship duration
This award cover the complete duration of the undergraduate, Masters or Doctoral programme

Scholarship benefits
The Foundation awards complete scholarships to students. You may want to inquire the specifics from the provider.

Method of Application
The application process, including the application form, will be completed ONLINE; additional application documents will be submitted as PDF. You may visit the application portal (usually available from mid-July on www.boell.de/studienwerk).

Please upload your documents as early as possible, as the system can become overloaded in the final days before the deadline. This will help avoid any technical problems which can be caused by increased demand.

The foundation only accepts online applications. The application portal will be opened about 6 weeks before the application deadlines.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete details on eligibility, application procedures and other relevant details. It is also essential that you read the "Heinrich Boll Foundation Scholarship Brochure" (also found on the official website).

DEADLINES:
The foundation holds the application process twice a year. Thus there are two application deadlines each year - early March and early September.

2015 Heinrich Boll Foundation Scholarships will open on 20 January 2015 to international students around the world. Next deadline is 3 March 2015.

PLEASE NOTE:
The scholarship department of the Heinrich Böll Foundation grants scholarships to undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral students from inside and outside Germany. The scholarships are towards a Masters or PhD Degree in any approved field of study at participating German and non-German Universities.

Decisions on the awarding of scholarships will be taken by the Selection Committee, consisting of experienced university lecturers, experts from a variety of professional backgrounds in politics, economics, and society, active members of the Green network, alumni, current scholarship holders, and the staff of the Scholarship Department.

Successful applicants commence their scholarships approximately six months later (after the deadlines). However, the deadlines and dates listed may be liable to change.

Application Deadline: 3 March 2015
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Related: List of Scholarships in Germany for International Students

Tetley & Lupton Scholarships at University of Leeds for International Applicants Worldwide

Tetley & Lupton Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: All fields
Course Level: Graduate (masters)
Provider: University of Leeds
Country to Study in: UK

Scholarship Description
Postgraduate students at Leeds benefit from around £10 million of funding being available from the University and externally.

The Tetley and Lupton Scholarships is one of such Leeds University scholarships available to International students.

Up to 7 awards are available for international students for Session 2015-2015 wishing to undertake a one-year full-time Master’s Degree in any Faculty.

Eligibility
Please read this information carefully, as your application form will be automatically rejected if you do not meet ALL of the eligibility criteria listed below:

1. Applicants MUST first submit a taught postgraduate study application form (or research degree study application if applicable) and be in receipt of a Student ID Number to be eligible for a Tetley and Lupton Scholarship. Applications without a valid Student ID Number will be rejected. To apply for a place on a taught postgraduate programme, please visit: http://www.leeds.ac.uk/students/apply.htm To apply for a place on a research degree programme, please visit: http://www.leeds.ac.uk/students/apply_research.htm;
2. These awards are only available to applicants who would be liable to pay academic fees at the full international fee rate;
3. Applicants must normally hold a First Degree at undergraduate level equivalent to at least a UK First Class Honours degree and should be considered to be the ‘best of the best’ (eg, successful applicants are likely to be in the top 5% of their BSC/BA cohort) Applicants should either have graduated with the appropriate First Degree or be in their final year of study;
4. Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the University’s English Language requirements. Some Schools require a standard of English higher than the University minimum. You should have a valid test result, which is no more than two years old by your official start date at the University of Leeds. Examples of an acceptable English Language Standard can be found at: http://www.leeds.ac.uk/rsa/international/english_lang_requirements/english_language.html;
5. These awards are not open to individuals who have already been awarded a Doctoral degree or equivalent qualification.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries (EXCEPT UK/EU countries)

Participating Institutions
All faculties at the University of Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England.

Fields of study
Any full-time Master’s Degree (taught Masters, Masters by Research or MRes) in any Faculty at Leeds

Number of awards
Upto seven (7) awards will be given in 2014/2015 session

Sponsorship duration
The awards are available to suitably qualified applicants wishing to commence full-time mastership study (one-year full-time taught Masters, Masters by Research and MRes programmes of study);

Scholarship benefits
The value of the award will be between £7,800 and £10,400 depending on the chosen programme of study

Method of Application
In order to be eligible to apply for this Scholarship, applicants MUST first submit a taught postgraduate study application form (or a research degree study application form if applying for a Mastership by Research) and be in receipt of a Student ID number. Applications without a valid Student ID number will be rejected.

Applicants must complete all sections of the application form(Word), with strict observation of any word limits. Please do not include any other documents with the form, such as transcripts or CVs, as they will be disregarded.

Completed forms (must be typed) should be returned in either Word or pdf format to the Postgraduate Scholarships Office, Marjorie & Arnold Ziff Building, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT or by email to pg_scholarships@leeds.ac.uk by 23:59 UK time on the relevant deadline (applicants will receive an automated email confirming receipt of application). Please see the deadline date below.

To track the progress of your application, please visit http://scholarships.leeds.ac.uk and select the tab ‘Application Tracking’, then follow the instructions on screen (this facility will not be available until late January 2014).

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for detailed information.

DEADLINES:
For academic session 2015-2015, the closing date is 3 February 2014 (23:59 UK time).

PLEASE NOTE:
Awards must be taken up in September 2014.

Applicants must live within a reasonable distance of the University of Leeds whilst in receipt of this Scholarship.

Applicants will receive an automated email confirming receipt of the application. Applications are logged by the Postgraduate Scholarships Office and passed on to the relevant Schools for initial consideration. Each School selects a shortlist of applicants who they wish to recommend for the award. The Group on Scholarships, Studentships and Prizes then meets to consider the shortlists and select the successful applicants. Applicants can expect to be notified of the outcome of their application by the beginning of April 2014. The University will publish the names of the successful applicants within the University and externally on the University website.

The University of Leeds (informally Leeds University, or simply Leeds) is a British Redbrick university located in the city of Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. Originally named the Yorkshire College of Science and later simply the Yorkshire College, it incorporated the Leeds School of Medicine and became part of the federal Victoria University alongside Owens College (which eventually became the University of Manchester) and University College Liverpool (which became the University of Liverpool).

Contact
Please note that, due to the large volume of applications, the Postgraduate Scholarships Office will not enter into any correspondence regarding the progress of an application. See above to learn how to track the progress of your application.

Application Deadline: 3 February 2014
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Netherlands: World Citizen Talent Undergraduate Scholarships (€5000 Worth) for International Students

Our World Citizen Talent Scholarship (Bachelors study)

Course(s) Offered: Any course
Course Level: Undergraduate
Provider: Hague University
Country to Study in: Netherlands

Scholarship Description
Do you consider yourself a global citizen? Then apply for the World Citizen Talent Scholarship.

The Hague University is offering scholarships to students who would like to start their bachelors programme during the academic year 2015-2016 at the university. The scholarships will cover a significant amount of the total first year university tuition fee.

The Hague University is an educational united nations of 146 nationalities, where everyone speaks English. You will be taught by both local and international lecturers who have an easy way of interacting with students. The social contact among the students also makes for an enriching study period.

Eligibility
You are eligible to apply for one of these scholarships if:

• You come from outside the European Union (and not from Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Switzerland or Surinam)
• You are enrolling for the first time and and have not studied at any of the programmes The Hague University of Applied Sciences offers
• You are a first year student joining one of the University's bachelor programmes
• You would have to pay the full institutional tuition fee rate
• You have never used this scholarship scheme before
• You have been provisionally accepted also-called ‘offer of student position’ as a student on or before 31 March
• You have written an essay as explained below on or before 1 April

Selection criteria:
The programme is seeking young, intelligent, talented and ambitious people who view themselves as citizens of the world.

If this sounds like you and the conditions listed above apply to you, all you need to do is complete the application form (link to it is below) and write an essay of 950 to 1100 words that would convince the scholarship sponsors/providers to award you a scholarship.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries (EXCEPT the EU and Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Switzerland or Surinam)

Participating Institutions
The Hague University of Applied Sciences, The Hague, Randstad metropolitan region, Netherlands

Fields of study
All undergraduate bachelor level courses offered at the University

Number of awards
A total of 54 scholarships are available to prospective bachelor degree students for the current academic year

Sponsorship duration
This scholarship is a onetime financial aid

Scholarship benefits
Each scholarship is worth EUR 5,000 and will cover almost two-thirds of the total first year university’s tuition fee. It will only be awarded once.

Method of Application
To apply for this scholarship, you must fulfill the eligibility criteria listed above. Please note that you will only be awarded the scholarship after you have been conditionally accepted and have met all terms and conditions of enrolment.

In general, the scholarship application is in three steps:

• Step 1 - First apply for the Bachelor programme of your choice
• Step 2 - Write an essay: When writing your essay, try picturing yourself as a member of the university community. In the essay, describe your cultural background and explain why and how you can contribute to the multinational, multicultural beehive that is The Hague University of Applied Sciences. Check the essay guidelines before you start writing.
• Step 3 - Submit your essay by completing the scholarship application form and attaching your essay before 1 April.

It is very important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for detailed and complete information about this award and its application process.

DEADLINE:
You must be provisionally accepted as a student on or before 31 March, and you must submit your scholarship application (plus the requested essay) on or before 1 April.

PLEASE NOTE:
The university has appointed a committee to judge all essays, The judges will select the 54 students whose essays will have impressed them most and award the scholarships to them. The decision of the jury will be binding. You will be informed about the results via email before 16 May 2015.

You will receive the scholarship amount of €5000 after your arrival in The Hague and have set up a Dutch bank account.

The Hague is the perfect home for The Hague University of Applied Sciences, it is an international city that deserves its title - The International City of Peace & Justice. The vibrant seaside resort of Scheveningen, historic city centre and international diplomatic community all add to its international atmosphere.

The Hague University of Applied Sciences is a university of applied sciences and community higher professional education institute with its campuses located in and around The Hague in the Randstad metropolitan region in the southern Netherlands.

Application Deadline: 1 April 2015
Open for International Students: Yes

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Danish State Tuition Fee Waivers and Scholarships for International Graduate Students

Tuition Fee Waivers and Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: All fields
Course Level: Graduate (masters)
Provider: Roskilde University
Country to Study in: Denmark

Scholarship Description
A limited number of Danish state tuition fee waivers and scholarships are offered to highly talented students at graduate level, who come from countries outside of the EU/EEA and need a residence permit to study at Roskilde University.

Eligibility
In order to be eligible for a tuition fee waiver and scholarship you must be:

• A graduate applicant who come from countries outside of the EU/EEA and need a residence permit to study at Roskilde University.
• A graduate applicant who is required to pay a tuition fee at the university.
• A graduate applicant holding a bachelor degree from Roskilde University or a graduate applicant from other universities.

Roskilde University gives priority to applicants who have shown an excellent academic performance.

You are not eligible for a tuition fee waiver and scholarship if you are:

• An exchange student including an Erasmus Mundus student.
• A student who is entitled to the Danish State Education Grant (SU) or other public support in Denmark. Please note that it is not possible to choose not to receive SU in order to receive a tuition fee waiver.
• A student who receives a scholarship from their home country.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries (EXCEPT those in EU/EEA)

Participating Institutions
Roskilde University, Eastern Roskilde, Denmark

Fields of study
All eligible Masters level programmes offered at the University. For the current listings, see list of graduate programs.

Number of awards
Not specified, however a LIMITED number will be awarded

Sponsorship duration
The tuition fee waiver and scholarship has a maximum length of 22 months for programmes that start in September and a maximum length of 24 months for programmes that start in February.

Tuition fee waiver students must follow the study plan and not be delayed in their studies in order to maintain the tuition waiver.

Scholarship benefits
The value of the award is the program tuition fee waiver and approximately DKK 7,800 per month to cover living expenses in Denmark.

Method of Application
If you wish to be considered for a tuition fee waiver and/or scholarship, you must send a motivational letter and CV) outlining your academic and occupational background.

Applicants for the master programmes who do not hold a bachelor degree from Roskilde University must enclose the above-mentioned documentation with their application for admission. Applications must be submitted before the deadline dates as announced (see DEADLINES below).

It is important to read the how to apply page and also to visit the official website (link to it is below) for detailed information on how to apply for this award.

DEADLINES:
You must apply for admission no later than March 1st for the September entry and September 1st for the February entry.

PLEASE NOTE:
Tuition fee waiver students must follow the study plan and not be delayed in their studies in order to maintain the tuition waiver.

Roskilde University (Danish: Roskilde Universitet, RUC) is a Danish public university founded in 1972 and located in Trekroner in the Eastern part of Roskilde. The university awards bachelor, master's degrees and Ph.D. degrees in a wide variety of subjects.

Application Deadline: 1 March / 1 September 2015
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Study In Australia: Adelaide International Undergraduate Scholarships for Non-Australian / Non-New Zealand Students

Adelaide International Undergraduate Scholarships (AIUS)

Course(s) Offered: All fields (except as below)
Course Level: Undergraduate (Bachelors)
Provider: University of Adelaide
Country to Study in: Australia

Scholarship Description
The University of Adelaide offers a scholarship program, the Adelaide International Undergraduate Scholarships (AIUS), for commencing international students undertaking undergraduate study.

This scholarship program will enable a number of high-achieving undergraduate students to receive a scholarship to partly fund their studies at the University.

Eligibility
Scholarships in this program have the following conditions:

• Available for commencing international undergraduate students only;
• Open to citizens of any country (except Australia and New Zealand);
• Provides a waiver of 25% of the annual tuition fee for each year of the program for the full duration of the program, up to a maximum of four years;
• Up to 40 scholarships available each year;
• Available for study in any discipline except Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), Bachelor of Oral Health and Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Bioscience)
• Open to eligible applicants completing Foundation Studies or secondary studies overseas or in Australia, or those transferring into the later years of an undergraduate degree with advanced standing

Academic Eligibility:
The selection process for the Adelaide International Undergraduate Scholarships is competitive, with academic achievement forming the main basis for scholarship selection. As a general guide, the University of Adelaide will consider applicants who have achieved an academic level which is the equivalent of a GPA of 6/7 (85%) for a scholarship.

As the aim of the scholarship program is to attract excellent applicants from a wide range of countries, factors such as country of citizenship and program of study may also be taken into consideration in some cases in the scholarship selection process.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ANY country (EXCEPT Australia and New Zealand)

Participating Institution(s)
The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia; Australia

Fields of study
All undergraduate disciplines and courses of study at the institution, EXCEPT Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), Bachelor of Oral Health and Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Bioscience)

Number of awards
Every year, up to 40 scholarships will be available

Sponsorship duration
The award is for the full duration of the program, up to a maximum of four years

Scholarship benefits
Provides a waiver of 25% of the annual tuition fee for each year of the program

Method of Application
Applicants may apply online for a scholarship at any time.

Applicants must have received an offer of admission from the University before lodging their scholarship application (applicants with a conditional offer may apply, but will need to accept and meet the conditions of their offer before a scholarship can be confirmed).

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for full details and conditions of this scholarship award and also to apply.

DEADLINES:
Applications will be considered and scholarships offered on a rolling basis until all scholarships have been awarded.

For students commencing in Semester 2 2014, applications have CLOSED because the deadline has passed. For students commencing in Semester 1 2015, application deadline is on the 26 January 2015.

PLEASE NOTE:
Scholarship selection is based on academic merit (in certain cases country of citizenship and program of study may also be taken into consideration when awarding scholarships).

Successful applicants will be notified within 4 to 6 weeks of lodging the scholarship application; unsuccessful applicants will NOT be contacted.

Application Deadline: 26 January 2015
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Related: List of Australian Scholarships for Students

SPDC Niger Delta Postgraduate Scholarship Program for Nigerian Students

SPDC Niger Delta Postgraduate Scholarship Program

Course(s) Offered: Only relevant fields
Course Level: Postgraduate (masters)
Provider: SPDC
Country to Study in: UK

Scholarship Description
The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC) in conjunction with 3 leading world-class institutions are delighted to announce the continuation of the SPDC Niger Delta Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme for the 2015/2016 academic session.

This is an overseas scholarship programme that gives 10 places to candidates from SPDC’s operational areas to study for postgraduate qualifications at three top British institutions.

The objectives of the scheme are to give talented students from the three Niger Delta states (Bayelsa, Delta and Rivers) an opportunity to further their education at prestigious universities in the UK. The scholarships are offered in fields of study that are relevant to the oil and gas industry.

Eligibility
The competition for scholarship will be intense and applicant must:

• Display intellectual ability and leadership potential;
• Display high proficiency in English language, i.e. at least 6.5 in the international English Language Testing Scheme and meet the university’s language requirement;
• Be between 21-28 years by 30th September 2015;
• Be indigenes of Bayelsa, Delta or Rivers States, provide documentary evidence therefore and currently reside in Nigeria.
• Intend to return and take up permanent residence in Nigeria after completion of the proposed programme of study;
• Have obtained a degree or at least equivalent standard to a UK Upper second Class (Honours Degree);
• Have confirmed admission into any of the specified courses (listed below);
• Be neither a current nor former employee (who has left employment less than 5 years before) of SPDC or the Royal Dutch Shell Group of Companies or Wider Perspectives Limited, or current employee's relatives;
• Not previously have studied in the UK or other developed country.

Selection criteria:
Candidates must have gained admission to study at any of the participating universities in one of the qualifying courses

Eligible groups
Nigerian students from Bayelsa, Delta or Rivers States

Participating Institutions
Studies are in partnership with three internationally recognised universities in the United Kingdom (UK) - Imperial College London, University College London and the University of Leeds (i.e. Leeds University).

Fields of study
The eligible MSc courses are as follows:

1. Imperial College London:
   
   • Petroleum Engineering, 
   • Petroleum Geoscience, 
   • Petroleum Geophysics, 
   • Engineering Geology.
2. University College London:
   
   • Chemical / Process Engineering, 
   • Mechanical Engineering, 
   • Civil Engineering.
3. University of Leeds:
   
   • Exploration Geophysics, 
   • Electronic/Electrical Engineering.

Number of awards
For the academic year commencing September 2015, SPDC will award up to ten scholarships.

In the five years of this programme, 50 students have so far benefited from the opportunity to study at top rated Universities in the UK on an all expenses paid scholarship.

Sponsorship duration
Scholarships will be awarded for one-year post-graduate studies in any of the eligible courses

Scholarship benefits
The scholarship will cover tuition fees, one return flight ticket from Nigeria to the UK and a contribution towards living expenses only. Please note that the stipends are based on the British Council Annual Rates and are limited to this.

Compulsory field trip costs will be covered, but this will be by prior agreement and limited to essential compulsory items only.

Method of Application
Apply for admission to study one of the qualifying courses at any of the participating universities. Application forms for the scholarship will be available ONLY through the participating universities following an offer of admission.

The universities will process all eligible applications and nominate candidates for initial interview which will be followed by attendance at a final interview for selected candidates.

Completed application forms must reach participating universities by a deadline which will be advised.

DEADLINES:
Completed application forms must reach participating universities no later than January 23, 2015.

PLEASE NOTE:
The list of supported courses is subject to amendment annually, and candidates should check with the individual universities (via links below), or enquire at the email address below.

Scholarship application forms will be available only through relevant participating University following admission. Nominated applicants will be interviewed before final selection.

APPLYING TO THE PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS (Optional information):

1. How to Apply for an SPDC Niger Delta-Imperial College Postgraduate Scholarship
In order to be considered for the scholarship, candidates must apply to study on one of the three eligible programmes through the standard Imperial College admission procedure by 23 January 2015.
Candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted by the department and advised to complete a scholarship application form.

For more, visit Imperial College London SPDC Scholarship page.

2. How to Apply for an SPDC Niger Delta-University College London Postgraduate Scholarship
You must separately apply for admission to UCL for one of the eligible programmes through the standard admissions procedure. Priority for the scholarship will be given to those who have been given an offer of a place on an eligible programme by Friday, 23 January 2015.
Candidates must download and complete the SPDC application form (Word format or Adobe PDF format), and submit completed application forms to studentfunding@ucl.ac.uk.

For more, visit University College London SPDC Scholarship page.

3. How to Apply for an SPDC Niger Delta-University of Leeds Postgraduate Scholarship
Applicants MUST first submit a taught postgraduate study application form and be in receipt of a University BANNER ID Number to be eligible for an SPDC Niger Delta Postgraduate Scholarship. Applications without a valid University BANNER ID number will be rejected. To apply for a place on a taught postgraduate degree programme, please visit: http://www.leeds.ac.uk/students/apply.htm
Applicants must also complete an SPDC Niger Delta-University of Leeds Postgraduate Scholarship Application form (this includes details of the eligibility criteria) which can be found via the 'Leeds University' link in the paragraph below (please follow the attendant instructions). Completed scholarship application forms should be returned to the Postgraduate Scholarships Office (email: pg_scholarships@leeds.ac.uk).

For more, visit Leeds University (click on 'International'. Then, select Nigeria for 'Nationality'; Taught Postgraduate for 'Level of Study'; and Any for 'Area of Study')

Contact
For further details, persons meeting the criteria may address enquires to info@nigerdeltascholar.org or through the individual universities.

Application Deadline: 23 January 2015
Open to International students: No (ONLY Nigerians)

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Related: List of Shell Nigeria SPDC Scholarships and Program

Shuttleworth Foundation’s Fellowship Program for Social Change for Countries Worldwide

Fellowship Program for social change

Course(s) Offered: Ideas (for social change)
Course Level: Fellowships
Provider: Shuttleworth Foundation Trust
Country to Study in: Any country (plus South Africa)

Scholarship Description
The Shuttleworth Foundation adopt projects and award Fellowships that carry the common focus of defending the rights of individuals in terms of information access and knowledge exchange, while providing input to policy formulation.

The Foundation funds people from all over the world regardless of gender, age, nationality or experience. We are looking for a complete picture of you and your idea.

The Foundation is at its core an experiment in open philanthropy and uses alternative funding methodologies, new technologies and collaborative ways of working to ensure that every initiative receives the best exposure and resources to succeed.

Eligibility
Who can apply

• Anyone who has an innovative idea for social change through fresh thinking that adds value in the areas of knowledge, learning and technology.
• Anyone who has a clear vision of how the world can be a better place and the contribution they can make to bringing about the change.
• The fellowship is not limited to any specific geographic location. However, applicants must be fluent in English.
• Fellowship applicants must have attained the age of majority by the date of application.

What are the conditions:

• Fellows are expected to commit 100% of their time and attention to the focus area selected for their fellowship. The fellowship aims to free up the time of the Fellow to pursue their ideas in this area. The Fellow must submit any outside work, volunteer or otherwise, that they may want to conduct whilst on a Foundation Fellowship, to the Foundation for approval.
• Fellows are required to attend the bi-annual Fellows gatherings.
• Fellows are asked to live out loud, communicating openly and actively on their ideas, projects and strategies.
• The fellowship must be taken up on 1 March or 1 September.

How are the Fellows selected:
Fellowship applications are reviewed by the Shuttleworth Foundation management team and advisors. Shortlisted candidates are invited for interviews.

The Foundation reserves the right not to award a fellowship if the submission does not meet the requirements.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries of the world.

Anybody from any geographic location on earth with a clear vision, fresh thinking and innovative idea for social change

Participating Institutiuons
Fellows work from where they are, with an open door to visit the Foundation’s head office in Cape Town, South Africa.

Fields of study
The Foundation offers fellowships to individuals to implement their innovative idea for social change.

We are most interested in exceptional ideas at the intersection between openness, technology, knowledge and learning. Ideas that would really move the dial on access to global knowledge, social and economic development.

The fellowship is not an academic fellowship aimed at research or academic study. Applicants should be social change agents who push boundaries and challenge accepted norms. They need not have all the answers, but should ask the right questions in a practical context.

Sponsorship duration
One year, with the possibility of renewal, based on reapplication.

Scholarship benefits
The equivalent of a year’s salary, a contribution towards expenses plus access to a travel allowance.

In addition, the Fellow will have access to potential project funding from the Foundation, who will match the Fellow’s personal investment in projects by at least ten fold.

The total grant amount will be based on the Fellow’s qualifications, experience and comparable cost of time for their skill level.

Method of Application
We invite individuals with a fresh approach to solving a social challenge, using openness, to apply to our Fellowship Program.

There are no right or wrong answers. The Foundation funds people from all over the world regardless of gender, age, nationality or experience. We are looking for a complete picture of you and your idea.

No partial applications will be considered. A full application comprises of:

• this online application form
• your application video
• your resume

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information on how to apply.

DEADLINES:
Applications for the 1 September fellowship intake closes 1 May. Applications for the 1 March fellowship intake closes 1 November.

Applications are accepted throughout the year.

PLEASE NOTE:
No applications will be accepted via online filesharing services. No applications will be accepted via post. No hard copy applications will be accepted.

Please make sure you contact us before the deadlines and submit your full application before the 1st May and the 1st November.

The Shuttleworth Foundation is powered by a dedicated team of individuals from around the globe that are brought together with a common commitment.

The team works tirelessly, adopting projects and awarding Fellowships that carry the common focus of defending the rights of individuals.

Their combined experience in working with project administration, finances, education, open platforms and law contribute toward the Foundation being a positive driver of change.

The Foundation is at its core an experiment in open philanthropy and uses alternative funding methodologies, new technologies and collaborative ways of working to ensure that every initiative receives the best exposure and resources to succeed.

Contact
If you have specific questions about this process, or you would like to apply, please email: fellowships@shuttleworthfoundation.org

Or, you may want to fill out the online contact.

Application Deadline: Ongoing (1 May / 1 November 2015)
Open to International Students: Yes

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Related: List of Scholarships & Fellowships in South Africa

University of Oulu Tuition Free Scholarships for International Students

University of Oulu Tuition FREE Education

Course(s) Offered: Several fields
Course Level: Graduate (masters)
Provider: University of Oulu
Country to Study in: Finland

Scholarship Description
In 2013 University of Oulu, Finland offered up to 330 scholarships to international Students. However, the university will not charge tuition fees from international degree students starting their studies in the Autumn Semester 2015.

In addition, some individual Master’s programmes have their own scholarship schemes.

Eligibility
Each Master’s programme has its own specific admissions requirements. Before you start filling out the application form, make sure that you meet the requirements of the programme admissions.

The following includes the basic information on admissions requirements for Master’s courses.

• A successful applicant has obtained their first academic degree, normally a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, from an institution of higher education.
• Students who are on their last term/semester of Bachelor’s studies can apply to study for a Master’s degree. Applicants with excellent academic records can be offered a conditional study placement.
• All applicants are required to prove a high level of proficiency in English language. All programmes ask the applicant to submit documented evidence of their level of English. The approved documentation of English language proficiency include TOEFL, IELTS, PTE and the likes. Click here to learn more.
• Applicants are asked to submit documentation on their academic excellence, for example in the form of academic recommendation letters. Also other documents relating to the field of study are required.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries may apply

Participating Institutions
University of Oulu, Finland

Fields of study
The University of Oulu, Finland provide tuition free scholarships to academically talented international students in architecture, business, economics, education, engineering, and sciences.

Available masters courses include:

• Architectural Design
• Astronomy and Space Physics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Computer Vision and Signal Processing
• Environmental Engineering
• Ecology and Population Genetics
• Economic Geology
• Education and Globalisation
• Finance
• Financial and Management Accounting
• International Business
• Learning, Education and Technology
• Magnetic Resonance in Materials
• Protein Science and Biotechnology
• Software, Systems and Services Development in Global Environment
• Synchrotron Radiation Based Science and Accelerator Physics
• Wireless Communications Engineering

Number of awards
All international degree students starting their studies in the Autumn Semester 2015 will not be charged tuition fee

Sponsorship duration
All sponsorships will last one or two years.

The scholarship is aimed at students studying for a Master’s degree in the University of Oulu two-year international Master’s programmes.

Scholarship benefits
This is a full tuition free scholarship. All tuition is waived.

Method of Application
University of Oulu partners with the University Admissions Finland for their services for the application system and the pre-processing of application documents.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) and the how to apply page for complete details on this full tuition free scholarship.

DEADLINES:
The next available application period is 15 December 2014 – 30 January 2015 and is for studies starting in September 2015. Please note that there is only one application period per year.

PLEASE NOTE:
The next available application period is for academic year 2015 – 16. Please note that there is only one application period per year.

All printed applications and the required documents have to arrive by the deadline, late applications are not considered applications.

Application Deadline: 30 January 2015
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Related: List of Scholarships in Finland for International Students

Study in Holland: University of Groningen Talent Scholarships for Developing Countries

Eric Bleumink Fund Grants Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: All fields
Course Level: Graduate (masters, phd)
Provider: Eric Bleumink Fund
Country to Study in: Netherlands

Scholarship Description
The Eric Bleumink Fund, established on 23 May 2000, provides financial support to Master’s students and PhD students from developing countries wishing to pursue a Master’s degree or doctorate.

This initiative will not only improve the cooperation between the University of Groningen and universities in developing countries, but will also raise the level of academic expertise in these countries.

Eligibility
Criteria for approval are:

1. academic excellence, shown by academic performance and may be confirmed by letters of recommendation from university professors;
2. contribution of candidate’s education in terms of strengthening the scientific capacity in the candidate’s home country;
3. perspectives to a long-term linkage between the home institution and the University of Groningen.

Candidates for the Eric Bleumink Fund should:

• be nationals of and have their permanent residence in a developing country (see countries listed above)
• have a good command of the English language
• be in good health, so that health insurance in the Netherlands can be arranged
• be available for the whole period of the fellowship and be able to take part in the entire study programme

Eligible Groups
Citizens of the following countries:
Afghanistan, Angola, Armenia, Bangladesh, Belize, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Chad, Comoros, Djibouti, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Kenya, Kiribati, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Moldova, Mongolia, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Philippines, Rwanda, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Syria, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tokelau, Tonga, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vietnam, Yemen, Zimbabwe, Korea, Dem. Rep., Timor-Leste, West Bank and Gaza Strip, Congo (Rep.), Côte d'Ivoire, Kyrgyz Republic, Micronesia (Federated States), Sudan (Rep.), Congo (Dem Rep.), South Sudan, Central African Republic

Participating Institution(s)
University of Groningen, Netherlands

Field(s) of study
All Masters level programmes (MSc/MA/LL.M.) and doctoral level programmes offered at University of Groningen. You may want to see an overview of the Master’s programs or Doctoral programs at the University.

Number of awards
Not specified by provider, however, per study programme only two candidates can be nominated.

Please note that a considerable number of students apply for this scholarship each year, whereas the University can issue only a limited number of grants.

Sponsorship duration
The grant is awarded for a 1 year or 2 years Master’s degree programme.

For Ph.D programmes, the grants will usually be awarded for a maximum period of four years. Part of the research should be conducted in the home country and part in Groningen.

Scholarship benefits
The grant covers tuition fee, costs of international travel, subsistence, books, and health insurance.

Method of Application
To be nominated for this grant, the student needs to be (conditionally) admitted to one of the Master's programmes. Nominations will be handled by the admissions officers.

Masters Programmes:
A step-by-step application guide for the Master's degree programmes:

1. First the candidate should apply for admission to a Master's programme at the University of Groningen.
2. When the candidate applies for this admission, he or she must indicate on the online application that he/she wishes to be nominated for a Eric Bleumink Fund scholarship.
3. If the study programme board agrees with the candidacy for a EBF scholarship, they will send a standard application form including the motivation of the candidate to the Board of the Eric Bleumink Fund prior to 1 March. Per study programme only two candidates can be nominated.

Ph.D programmes:
The application should consist of:

1. an elaborate research proposal or pre-proposal and
2. a letter of recommendation from the academic supervisor describing the benefits of the research for the department and/or the University of Groningen.
3. The application may also be submitted by the academic supervisor at the University of Groningen or at the home institute in the developing country. The academic supervisor in Groningen participates in one of the Research Schools or Research Institutes of the University of Groningen .
4. Motivation: it should be made clear by the applicant that requests for other funding have also been submitted.

Applicants need to meet the deadline of their respective programmes. See below for the announced deadline date.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information on how to apply for this grant scholarship.

DEADLINE:
New application rounds for the Academic Year 2015-2016 starts on October 15th, 2015. The application deadline date is fixed for January 15th, 2015.

PLEASE NOTE:
The Board of the Eric Bleumink Fund will take a decision during their meeting in March. The study programme and the candidate will both be informed on the decision taken by the Board.

If a candidate is selected the coordinator and the candidate will have contact on the details of his or her arrival. If necessary he/she can contact the Board of the Eric Bleumink Fund for extra assistance.

Students and researchers from all over the world come to Groningen to expand their own boundaries as well as those of academia.

The University of Groningen greatly values strong links between research and education. Students are involved in current research, and the Honours College and the wide range of Research Master’s degree programmes gives them the opportunity to develop their research skills.

The city of Groningen is a safe city where students will feel comfortable and will easily find their way around. The many options available in the fields of sports, culture and entertainment are suprisingly diverse and will make students feel right at home.

Application Deadline: 15 January 2015
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Related: Scholarships in Netherlands for International Students

Study In UK: Commonwealth Shared Scholarships for Developing Countries

Commonwealth Shared Scholarships (CSS) Scheme

Course(s) Offered: Any field
Course Level: Graduate (masters)
Provider: DFID, UK universities
Country to Study in: UK

Scholarship Description
The Commonwealth Shared Scholarships (CSS) Scheme allows students from developing Commonwealth countries who would not otherwise be able to study in the UK to benefit from postgraduate study at a University in the UK which will help them to contribute toward the development of their home countries.

Awards made under this scheme are jointly funded by the Department for International Development (DFID), as part of the UK international development programme to developing countries, and participating institutions in the UK.

The scheme is administered by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC), whose secretariat is provided by The Association of Commonwealth Universities.

Eligibility
To apply for a Commonwealth Shared Scholarship, candidates must:

• Be Commonwealth citizens, refugees, or British protected persons
• Be permanently resident in a developing Commonwealth country (a full list of eligible countries is available in the Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2015 prospectus - link to it is below)
• Be available to commence their academic studies in the UK by the start of the UK academic year in September/October 2015
• Hold, by October 2015, a first degree of at least upper second class Honours standard
• Not have undertaken studies lasting one year or more in a developed country
• Be unable themselves, or through their families, to pay to study in the UK

Sponsoring institutions must confirm that candidates are sufficiently fluent in written and oral English to pursue their proposed studies immediately, as no pre-course English Language Teaching is available under these awards.

Eligible groups
Nationals of Commonwealth Developing Countries, including:
Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, British Virgin Islands, Cameroon, Dominica, Falkland Islands, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guyana, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Montserrat, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guineas, Pitcairn, Rwanda, St Helena, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Tanzania,Tonga,Trinidad and Tobago, Tristan da Cunha, Turks and Caicos, Tuvalu, Uganda,Vanuatu, Western Samoa, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

Please see the Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2015 prospectus for a more current list.

Participating Institution(s)
Awards are available at various participating institutions in the UK only. See the '2015 CSS prospectus' for full list of participating universities.

For the year 2014, 69 universities have offered to support the scholarships by contributing the stipend for the students from their own resources, or those which the university has been able to generate from elsewhere. See list of participating universities from the 'CSS prospectus 2014' below.

Fields of study
Awards are for taught Masters courses only. No awards will be made for undergraduate or doctoral study. All courses undertaken must be demonstrably relevant to the economic, social or technological development of the candidate’s home country.

Additional details of the eligible courses (or departments) offered by the institutions are found in the 'CSS prospectus 2015' (link to it is below).

Number of Awards
Up to 227 scholarship positions.

To date, in excess of 2,500 students from developing Commonwealth countries have been awarded Shared Scholarships.

Sponsorship duration
Awards are normally tenable for one-year taught postgraduate courses only

Scholarship benefits
The CSC funds the cost of tuition fees (at overseas rate), return airfares, and other allowances. Participating universities are required to support the student stipend for the award holder (at the rate set by the UK government).

Method of Application
All applications must be made through the university at which you wish to study. You must check with them in the first instance for specific advice on eligibility and how to make an application, and for their own closing date.

To apply for a Commonwealth Shared Scholarship, you must use one of two methods (as instructed by the university you are applying to):

1. Via university: Applying to the university in the first instance using the university’s own application form. If selected, candidates will then be asked to submit an application to the CSC using the EAS. Any applications made via the EAS only and not directly to the university first will not be considered.
2. EAS only: Applying to both the university and the CSC at the same time using the Electronic Application System (EAS).

Each university has its own arrangements for obtaining references and it is your responsibility to find out how you should submit your references to your chosen university.

It is not possible to submit an EAS application after the deadline that you will see when you open an application. If you are applying to more than one university and/or more than one Master’s course, you may submit as many EAS applications as you require.

Before you start your application, you should read the 'How to Apply Guide' (a step-by-step guide on applications) and refer to the 'Frequently Asked Questions' for information. Both are found on the official website.

It is important to read carefully the "Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2015 Prospectus"(PDF) and also to visit the official website (link to it is below).

DEADLINES:
The specific deadlines set by the participating institutions varies each year (see 'CSS prospectus' for exact deadlines). Each university has its own closing date for applications. Any applications received after this date will be deemed ineligible.

Traditionally, deadline for application to participating universities will vary between December of preceding year and April of year of award. The EAS will close to applicants on 16 April 2015 and no further applications can be submitted after that date. Candidates should note that most university closing dates fall before 16 April and you must submit your application by the date advised by the university to which you are applying.

Candidates must complete their application via the EAS by 16 April 2015 at the latest, in order to be nominated to the CSC by their host university.

PLEASE NOTE:
Candidates should note that institutions are asked to forward their nominations to the CSC no later than 30 April each year; where institutions have not specified a closing date, candidates should contact the institution to ascertain the latest date the institution is willing to accept applications.

Applications should be made directly to the institutions at which candidates wish to study. The sponsoring institutions will be the judges of academic calibre and will forward their nominations to the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission for its agreement. Institutions will normally advise candidates of the result not later than July.

Candidates should note that although they may apply to more than one institution, only one offer of award may be accepted.

All universities are asked to forward their nominations to the CSC no later than 30 April 2015 using the EAS. The CSC will not accept any applications which are not submitted via the EAS to a university.

Contact
All enquiries about making an application and eligibility should be addressed to the university at which you wish to study and through which you should therefore apply for a 'Commonwealth Shared Scholarship', not to the CSC. The university will advise you on eligibility issues and how to make an application (contact details are given in the 'CSS prospectus').

Application Deadline: 16 April 2015
Open to International students: Yes

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Related: Commonwealth Scholarships for Developing Commonwealth Countries

Erasmus Mundus Fatima Al Fihri Scholarship Programme for North African Students and Academic Staff

Erasmus Mundus Fatima Al Fihri Scholarship Programme

Course(s) Offered: All fields
Course Level: Undergraduate, Graduate (master, phd, postdoc, staff)
Provider: EU's Erasmus Mundus
Country to Study in: Europe, Africa

Scholarship Description
The Erasmus Mundus Fatima Al Fihri Programme (EMA2-STRAND 1, LOT 1) is a Partnership between 20 Universities from North Africa (Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt and Libya) and from Europe (Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal and Spain).

The consortium has the support of associated institutions mainly in North Africa such as Ministries of Higher Education, governmental institutions, associations of universities and youth organizations.

This partnership has been done within the framework of the Erasmus Mundus Action 2 Strand 1 Lot 1.

Eligibility
The Erasmus Mundus Fatima Al Fihri is grant programme to carry out academic activities in North Africa and in Europe.

In order to be an eligible candidate it is required to:

For North African students and staff:

1. Must be a NATIONAL of one of the third-countries: Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt or Libya.

2. Belong to the Target Group 1 or Target Group 2 or Target Group 3 (as described below):

• Target Group 1 - Are nationals of North Africa (Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt and Libya) who are registered or work in one of the third-country HEIs member of the partnership at the time of submitting their application to the partnership.
  
• Target Group 2 - Are nationals of North Africa (Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt and Libya) who:
  
  • Are registered/work in a higher education institution of these countries that are not included in the partnership (students and staff);
  • Have obtained a university degree or equivalent by an institution of these countries (students only). This includes the possibility of providing mobility opportunities to third-country nationals working in public administration, public and private enterprises and non-profit organizations.
• Target Group 3 - Nationals North Africa (Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt and Libya) concerned by the geographical lot who are in particularly vulnerable situations, for social and political reasons.

3. Must have NOT RESIDED NOR HAVE CARRIED OUT THEIR MAIN ACTIVITY (studies, work, etc) FOR MORE THAN A TOTAL OF 12 MONTHS OVER THE LAST FIVE YEARS in any of the eligible European countries at the time of submitting their application to the partnership. (This rule does not apply to Target group 3 candidates).

4. Proof of language level required by the host university.

Please note that undergraduate students must have successfully completed at least one year of studies in their home institution at first higher education level.

Eligible groups
Citizens of any one of Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt and Libya; and
A national of the European Union

Participating Institutions
20 Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) from 5 North African countries (Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt and Libya) and 9 HEIs from 8 European countries (Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal and Spain).

The Partner Universities In Europe include:

1. University of Deusto, Spain (Coordinating University)
2. Humboldt Universitesit ze Berlin, Germany
3. Universita degli studi di Padova, Italy
4. Universidade Do Porto, Portugal
5. University of Groningen, Netherlands
6. Universite de Lille, France
7. Universite du Luxembourg, Luxembourg
8. Universite de Mons, Belgium
9. Universite de Stasbourg, France

See the complete list of Participating Institutions.

Fields of study
The EMA2-STRAND1 Fatima Al-Fihri programme operates in all fields of study. Nevertheless you will find the academic programmes available in the universities of the partnership.

To see the academic offer per university please visit the FIELDS OF STUDY section of the official website (link to it is below).

Number of awards
Not specified by provider

Scholarship benefits
Coverage of the Mobility Grant

• Monthly subsistence allowance which depends on the type of monthly:
  • Undergraduate – 1,000 Euros
  • Master – 1,000 Euros
  • Doctorate – 1,500 Euros
  • Post-Doctorate – 1,800 Euros
  • Staff – 2,500 Euros
• Travel, Accident and Health Insurance
• One Round Trip

Method of Application
Please note that in order to be an eligible candidate, you must have not resided nor have carried out your main activity (studies, work, etc) for more than a total of 12 months over the last five years in one of the European countries. (This rule does not apply to Target group 3 candidates).

In order to complete your application correctly, please read the Online Application Instructions found on the official website carefully.

Please, remember to fill in the online form in English.

All applicants must fulfill the requirements established in the WHO CAN PARTICIPATE section of the official website, according to North African students and staff (see 'Eligibility' above) or European students and staff.

You can Apply Now for the Erasmus Mundus Fatima Al Fihri Scholarship.

DEADLINES:
The Application Deadline for this scholarship is January 15th 2014

PLEASE NOTE:
No student and no academic staff member can benefit from more than one mobility activity within the same project. Mobility must take place from North Africa (Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt and Libya) to Europe or vice versa.

The Erasmus Mundus is a cooperation and mobility program in the field of higher education that aims to enhance the quality of higher education and to promote dialogue and understanding between people and cultures through cooperation between Europe and Third-Countries.

The Types of Mobility are:

• Undergraduates
• Masters
• Doctorates
• Post Doctorates
• Academic and Administrative Staff

The Erasmus Mundus Al Fihri programme is funded by the European Neighborhood and Partnership Instrument (ENPI) and the objectives are:

• To contribute to the mutual enrichment of societies by developing the qualifications of men and women so that they possess appropriate skills, particularly as regards the labour market, and are open-minded and internationally experienced;
• To promote mobility both for students, researchers, academics and administrative staff from North Africa, especially from vulnerable groups, selected on the basis of academic excellence, to obtain qualifications and/or experience in the European Union;
• To contribute towards the development of human resources and the international co-operation capacity of higher education institutions in third-countries through increased mobility streams between the EU and third-countries in accordance with the principles of equal opportunities and non-discrimination.

Fatima al Fihri was born in Tunisia in 800. At a young age, she moved with her family to Fez, Morocco. In 859 Fatima founded the world’s first academic degree-granting university existing today, the University of Qarawiyyin, which is considered the oldest university in the world.

The University of Qarawiyyin became the most important cultural and intellectual bridge for Muslim and European cultures. Many of the scholars of Qarawiyyin became great scientists such as Mohammed al Idriss and Ibn Khaldoun. Her name represents sustainability, the women contribution to the knowledge society, a bridge between different cultures through education and a tribute to, now at days, a rather unknown Arabic woman who played a crucial role in the Islamic Golden Age.

Application Deadline: 15 January 2014
Open to International Applicants: No (ONLY North Africans)

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