Study In Canada: Conestoga International Undergraduate Scholarships for Diploma or Degree Students

International Student Entrance Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: Any field
Course Level: Undergraduate (diploma or degree)
Provider: Conestoga College
Country to Study in: Canada

Scholarship Description
Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning in Canada values the contribution of international students to the College community.

The International Student Entrance Scholarships are designed for international students applying to a full-time diploma or degree program and meeting the academic requirements for the program of study.

This Scholarship is open to students who will begin their studies in a post-secondary program in September each year.

Eligibility
To be eligible international applicants must:

• have acceptance into a full-time diploma or degree program at Conestoga College
• be a citizen of a country other than Canada and hold a valid study permit for the period of study

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL nationalities (EXCEPT Canada)

Participating Institutions
The Conestoga College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning (CCITAL) in Ontario, Canada

Fields of study
All Courses offered at the College

Number of awards
A total of three (3) awards each year

Sponsorship duration
Scholarships are awarded over two consecutive semesters i.e. one academic year

Scholarship benefits
A total of three scholarships will be awarded over two consecutive semesters and the value of each scholarship is $3,000 cdn.

The scholarship has no cash value and will be used toward payment of the winning candidates’ outstanding tuition.

Method of Application
Before you qualify to apply for this scholarship, you must apply to a full-time diploma or degree program and meet the academic requirements for the program of study. You must also satisfy the eligibility requirements listed out above.

To apply, all applicants will have to complete the application form found here(pdf), and also provide a one page, single-spaced essay outlining goals, ambitions and reasons for applying to post-secondary studies at Conestoga College

Please note that in the selection process, the following are considered:

• essays will be assessed based on content and proper use of English (including grammar)
• final award recipients will be selected based on a combination of the written essay submission and academic grades
• incomplete applications will not be considered

Submit all completed application by the deadline below to:
International Education Office
Conestoga College, 299 Doon Valley Drive, Kitchener, Ontario N2G 4M4
Phone: 519-748-3556, Fax: 519-748-5926

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information. Bear in mind that only successful candidates will be notified of results.

DEADLINES:
Submit your completed application by August 30th deadline each year.

PLEASE NOTE:
The International Office Selection Committee will make final selections.

Only the successful candidates will be notified of results.

Established as a small community college in 1967, Conestoga has evolved to become one of Canada’s leading polytechnic institutes, providing a full range of education and training programs, from short courses through four-year degrees, as well as research.

Application Deadline: 30 August 2015
Open to International students: Yes

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Palliative Care Training and Nursing Scholarships for African Nurses

African Palliative Care (APC) Nursing Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: Nursing
Course Level: Undergraduate, Graduate (masters, diploma, training)
Provider: APC Nursing Scholarship Fund
Country to Study in: Africa

Scholarship Description
As part of their mission to expand the availability of hospice and palliative care in sub-Saharan Africa, the African Palliative Care Association (APCA) in partnership with FHSSA (previously the Foundation for Hospices in Sub Saharan Africa) provides a limited number of scholarships each year for Palliative Care Training opportunities for nurses.

The Scholarship fund was established by a generous anonymous donation in honour of Kath Defilippi, the founding Board Chair of the African Palliative Care Association to recognise her many career achievements as a nurse in hospice and palliative care in Africa.

The need for nurses trained in palliative care in Africa is enormous, particularly in rural areas where nurses are typically the only healthcare professionals available.

Eligibility
Applicants must:

• Be a Registered Nurse or an Enrolled Nurse residing and practicing in Africa and with evidence that they will be able to continue providing palliative care after their training (please provide a supporting letter from head of your institution confirming this).
• Have applied for the course they intend to pursue (where they have an acceptance this should be attached to the application)
• Legibly complete the application form and attach all supporting documents requested

Eligible groups
Citizens of African countries

Participating Institutions
All recognised institutions in Africa for Nurses

Fields of study
Training programmes which the Scholarship supports include:

• Bachelor of Science in Palliative Care (Degree)
• Distance Learning Diploma in Palliative Care
• Palliative care initiators course
• Nurse prescribers' training

Additionally, support is given for approximately 5 nurses to attend and make a presentation to targeted national and international conferences on palliative care with an objective of improving their presentation skills and giving them an opportunity to interact with other Palliative Care providers.

Number of awards
Not specified. However, with the current level of funding, it is expected that a total of 11 to 13 nurses will benefit

Scholarship benefits
The Scholarship fund will support:

• A contribution of up to US$4,000 per person for palliative care education and training at recognised institutions in Africa for Enrolled and Registered Nurses.
• Additionally, the fund will make available sponsorship of a maximum of US$500 per person for approximately 5 nurses to targeted national and international conferences.
• A contribution of up to USD $4,000 to one distance learning Masters training in palliative care may be considered in the year.

Note: this list is not exhaustive and is presented as an indication of what the fund will cover. Other appropriate training opportunities within Africa for nurses related to palliative care may also be considered for funding.

Method of Application
Applicants must complete the application form available online on both the APCA and FHSSA websites throughout the year at www.africanpalliativecare.org or at www.fhssa.org (active link to web addresses provided below).

Applicants must complete all the sections of the form and provide the supporting documents required. Please note that all applications may be completed in English, French or Portuguese and should be legible and be submitted before the closing date. Any incomplete or illegible or late application will risk not being reviewed.

Filled application forms and enquiries should be emailed to:
David Kagoro Byaruhanga at: nurses.scholarships@africanpalliativecare.org by 30th April 2014 and receipt will be acknowledged.

Please note that the application form is a Word document. To download this form, and read more current information please visit the official website (link to APCA application page is below).

DEADLINES:
The annual application deadline dates varies, but announcement of Scholarship Fund is usually made around the 15th of February; while the Application deadline closes around the 30th of April.

You may have to contact the Sponsor for specific dates.

PLEASE NOTE:
Applicants must complete the application form available online on both the APCA and FHSSA websites.

All offers are conditional on applicants securing admission to the training institution and will only be awarded when this confirmation is received. Should the candidate not be accepted, the scholarship will be awarded to another candidate. Candidates are informed on/before 30th of June 2014.

For those intending to apply for a scholarship for a distance provided Masters, they should be already enrolled on a course and have completed at least one semester of studies and note that only one scholarship opportunity is potentially available. Those requesting for funding to cover their last year of study will be given priority

Application Deadline: 30 April 2014
Open to International students: No (ONLY Africans)

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APC Nursing Scholarship Fund Page (FHSSA website)

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New Zealand Development Scholarships for Developing Countries (Africa, Asia, Latin America & The Caribbean)

New Zealand Development Scholarships (NZDS)

Course(s) Offered: Several fields
Course Level: Graduate (diploma, masters, PhD)
Provider: New Zealand Aid Programme
Country to Study in: New Zealand

Scholarship Description
The New Zealand Development Scholarships (NZDS) aims to support candidates to gain knowledge and skills through post-graduate study in specific subject areas that will assist in the development of their home country.

Awardees are required to return to their home country for at least two years after the completion of their scholarship to apply these new skills and knowledge in government, civil society, or private business organisations.

The New Zealand Government is pleased to advise that the second round of New Zealand Development Scholarships is now open and we invite candidates to apply for postgraduate study in New Zealand.

Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following NZDS Scholarships eligibility criteria before their application will be considered against the selection criteria, including any region-specific criteria. Applicants are expected to continue residing in their home country during the Scholarship application and selection process.

To be eligible, you must:

• be a citizen of an NZDS participating country (permanent residents of New Zealand are NOT eligible to apply)
• be residing in your country of citizenship, preferably for at least two years prior to application
• not have citizenship or permanent residence status of New Zealand, Australia, or another developed country*
• not be married or engaged to be married to a person who holds, or who is eligible to hold, citizenship or permanent residence of New Zealand, Australia or another developed country
• be aged 17 or over before the scholarship start date
• be applying to commence a new qualification and not be seeking funding for a qualification already in progress in New Zealand or another country†
• not have completed, or nearly completed, a qualification at a similar level (i.e. applicants must apply for a higher level qualification than any previously attained), unless strong developmental relevance is demonstrated
• satisfy the admission requirements of the New Zealand education institution at which the qualification is to be undertaken, including English language criteria
• have been working in your home country since completing their highest tertiary qualification gained to date, preferably for at least two years prior to application
• be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to the relevant sector in your home country, and to your country’s development in general
• be able to take up the scholarship in the academic year for which it is offered.

You are NOT eligible if you:

• are studying full-time at post-secondary level
• are transferring from another tertiary scholarship (either in New Zealand or in another country) to a New Zealand Development Scholarship
• hold, or have held, a New Zealand Government or Australian Government scholarship in the 24 months preceding the scholarship start date, or have been terminated from a New Zealand or Australian Government scholarship previously.

English language requirements
New Zealand tertiary education institutions set their own admission requirements for English language proficiency. All applicants should check the IELTS (academic stream) or TOEFL score required for admission to their selected New Zealand education institution. As a guide, most New Zealand education institutions require a minimum IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0, for postgraduate level study. Some postgraduate qualifications may require a higher score.

Candidates must provide the original copy of their IELTS or TOEFL exam result as a pre-condition of placement. Results must be no older than 24 months at the time of the scholarship start date.

Candidates who show particularly strong developmental relevance and applicability may be able to receive three months’ English language training in New Zealand prior to starting their main academic qualification. Candidates with IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no band less than 5.5, should therefore still consider applying.

Eligible groups
Applications for New Zealand Development Scholarships are welcome from the following countries:

• Africa: Algeria, Angola, Botswana, Cameroon, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Egypt, Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe
• Asia: China, Mongolia, Nepal, Timor-Leste
• Latin America: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela
• The Caribbean: Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, St Lucia, St Kitts and Nevis, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Trinidad & Tobago

Participating Institution(s)
All approved New Zealand institutions of higher learning. Please see the New Zealand education institution contact details and scholarship application closing dates.

Field(s) of study
All courses of study offered at the participating New Zealand Universities.

Generally, any field that will assist in the development of the student's home country in government, civil society, or private business organisations is eligible.
This may be studies related to education, health, rural livelihoods, governance, human rights, or economic development, depending on the human resource development training needs of the home government.

Number of awards
Varies per country - several are awarded. See country information sheet on the official website for more information.

Sponsorship duration
Offered for the whole duration of postgraduate study

Scholarship benefits
Covers financial support for tuition, living costs while in New Zealand, and airfares.

The partners of students are eligible for a work visa that allows them to live and work in New Zealand for the duration of their partner’s study.

New Zealand has first-rate education institutions that offer world-recognised qualifications. Successful applicants will have access to excellent academic knowledge in quality facilities.

Method of Application
Application processes and timelines can vary depending on the country. For country-specific information about the application process please see the scholarship information page for your home country.

For AFRICA - NZDS candidates apply directly to one of the participating New Zealand education institutions after ensuring that they meet the New Zealand Scholarship eligibility criteria. See link to information specific for African countries below.

DEADLINES:
Applicants must ensure that the institution receives the completed NZDS Scholarship application form (including all supporting documentation) before the institution’s closing date.

In general, application deadlines vary depending on region.
For AFRICA - Applicants must ensure that the institution receives the completed New Zealand Scholarship application form (including all supporting documentation) by 2 December 2013.

PLEASE NOTE:
The scholarship is funded by the New Zealand Aid Programme - the New Zealand Government’s overseas aid and development programme. They are managed by the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT).

All awardees are required to return to their home country for a minimum period of two years following completion of their scholarship in order to contribute to their country’s economic and social development.

If offered a scholarship, you must:

• be able to satisfy Immigration New Zealand requirements for international student entry to New Zealand (i.e. medical checks, police clearances/character checks, etc.)
• not hold another scholarship during the period of the New Zealand Development Scholarship
• agree in writing that you will return to their home country for a minimum period of two years following completion of their scholarship in order to contribute to their country’s social or economic development.

Application Deadline: 2 December 2013 (for AFRICA region)
Open to International students: Yes

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UK Gates Cambridge Full-Cost Scholarships for International Graduate Students Worldwide

Gates Cambridge Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: Any field
Course Level: Graduate (Diploma, Masters, PhD)
Provider: Gates Cambridge Trust
Country to Study in: UK

Scholarship description
The Gates Cambridge Scholarships are highly competitive full-cost scholarships awarded to outstanding applicants from countries outside the UK.

This award is for students who want to pursue full-time postgraduate degree study and research in any subject available at the University of Cambridge. The programme aims to build a global network of future leaders committed to improving the lives of others.

Eligibility
You can apply for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship if you are:

• a citizen of any country outside the United Kingdom.
• applying to pursue one of the following full-time residential courses of study: PhD (three year research-only degree); MSc or MLitt (two year research-only degree); or a one year postgraduate course (e.g. MPhil, LLM, MASt, Diploma, MBA etc.)
• already a student at Cambridge and want to apply for a new postgraduate course. For example, if you are studying for an MPhil you can apply for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship to do a PhD. However, if you have already started a course, you cannot apply for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship to fund the rest of it.
• already a Gates Cambridge Scholar and want to apply for a second Scholarship. You must apply by the second, international deadline and go through the same process of departmental ranking, shortlisting and interviewing as all other candidates.

Selection criteria:
Gates Cambridge Scholarships are awarded on the following criteria

• outstanding intellectual ability
• leadership potential
• a commitment to improving the lives of others
• a good fit between the applicant's qualifications and aspirations and the postgraduate programme at Cambridge for which they are applying

See this page to read about the scholarship’s ideal candidate.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries outside the United Kingdom

Participating Institution(s)
University of Cambridge in the UK

Fields of Study
ALL full-time postgraduate degrees offered at the University of Cambridge, UK.

While at Cambridge, Scholars pursue full range of subjects available at the University and are spread through its departments and Colleges.

Applicants may apply to pursue one of the following full-time residential courses of study:

• PhD (three year research-only degree); or
• MSc or MLitt (two year research-only degree); or
• a one year postgraduate course (e.g. MPhil, LLM, MASt, Diploma, MBA etc.)

Courses which are NOT eligible for Gates Cambridge Scholarships:

• BA (undergraduate)
• BA affiliated (a second BA)
• MBBChir Clinical Studies
• Part-time degrees
• Non-degree courses
• Courses at universities other than Cambridge

Scholarship benefits
A Gates Cambridge Scholarship covers the full cost of studying at Cambridge.

Core components:
The core funding consists of:

• the University Composition Fee and College fees at the appropriate rate*
• a maintenance allowance for a single student (£13,500 for 12 months at the 2015-14 rate; pro rata for courses shorter than 12 months)
• one economy single airfare at both the beginning and end of the course
• inbound visa costs

Discretionary components:
The Trust also considers applications for several types of additional funding on a discretionary basis:

• Family allowance - up to £7,775 for a first child and up to £1,200 for a second child. No funding is provided for a partner.
• Conference attendance - up to £500 a year if you are presenting.
• Fieldwork - you may apply to keep up to your normal maintenance allowance while on fieldwork as part of your PhD.
• Some fourth year funding for PhD Scholars may be provided - but the termly maintenance allowance reduces per term for up to a year**
• Hardship funding - if there are unforeseen difficulties

Visit official website for complete information on value of benefits

Method of Application
A citizen of any country outside the UK may apply. Scholarships are available for a postgraduate degree in any subject at the University of Cambridge only - it is not possible to study at any other university.
Gates Cambridge does not admit or place scholars - all applications must be made through the University of Cambridge; AND One application form for postgraduate admission and a Scholarship.

If eligible to apply, you will need to submit the one application pack for both admission to a postgraduate course at the University of Cambridge and a Gates Cambridge Scholarship. The University decides who to admit and Gates Cambridge decides who is offered the Scholarship.

For a Standard Application (via the Graduate Admissions Office), you may apply here: Apply now for postgraduate admission and a Gates Cambridge Scholarship. For full and complete information on applying and selection, read this entire section.

DEADLINES:
There are two application rounds: Round 1 -- US citizens normally resident in the USA; AND Round 2 -- citizens of all countries other than the USA (except the United Kingdom) and US citizens normally resident outside the USA.

You are advised to begin your application as early as possible and not wait until the deadline. The next application round opens on 1 September 2014 for entry in October 2015.

Scholarship deadlines for Round 1 (US citizens based in the USA) is 15 October 2014; AND for Round 2 (all other eligible candidates) is 3 December 2014.

For year round timetables and application deadlines, see the Deadline Page.

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

PLEASE NOTE:
Interviews are held in the USA in early February for Round 1 candidates AND in Cambridge in late March for Round 2 candidates. If you are unable to attend in person you will be interviewed by Skype or phone. You will be told within a week of the interview whether you have been successful.

Established in 2000 by a donation of US$210m from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to the University of Cambridge, the Gates Cambridge Scholarships are one of the most prestigious international scholarships in the world.

The Gates Cambridge Trust, also established in October 2000, is regulated by the Higher Education Funding Council in England via the University of Cambridge.

Contact
Inquiries? See the Frequently Asked Questions: Gates Cambridge Scholarship FAQ.
You may also contact the Trust by completing this enquiry form. This is the best way to contact the Trust and the Trust aims to answer your enquiry as soon as possible.

Application Deadline: 3 December 2014 (non-U.S.)
Open to International Applicants: Yes (EXCEPT UK citizens)

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USA Fulbright Scholarships for Students, Young Professionals and Artists Worldwide

Fulbright Foreign Student Program

Course(s) Offered: Approved fields
Course Level: Postgraduate (masters, PhD, non-degree)
Provider: USA Government
Country to Study in: USA

Scholarship Description
The Fulbright Foreign Student Program enables graduate students, young professionals and artists from abroad to study and conduct research in the United States.

The scholarships are for study towards a Master’s or PhD degree, and can also be awarded for non-degree postgraduate studies. Study and research under this program is for one or more years at U.S. universities or other appropriate institutions.

The Fulbright Foreign Student Program is administered by binational Fulbright Commissions/Foundations or U.S. Embassies. All Foreign Student Program applications are processed by these offices.

Eligibility
To participate in the Fulbright Foreign Student Program, the applicant must have completed undergraduate education and hold a degree equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.

Program eligibility and selection procedures vary widely by country. Please use the drop-down menu located on the country specific websites to find information about the Fulbright Program in your home country, including eligibility requirements and application guidelines.

If your country is not listed there, you are not eligible to apply.

Eligible groups
Citizens of more than 155 countries worldwide, including countries in Africa, East Asia and Pacific, Europe and Eurasia, Middle East and North Africa, The Americas, and South and Central Asia.

Here is a list of participating countries, along with contact information.

Participating Institution(s)
All accredited USA Universities and Academic Institutions.

Note that the Institute of International Education (IIE) arranges academic placement for most Fulbright nominees and supervises participants during their stay in the United States.

Field(s) of study
The Fulbright program encourages applications from all fields, including interdisciplinary ones except medical degree program or clinical medical research.

See the 'country-specific websites' for updated information on approved fields of study.

Number of awards
The number of awards vary per country, but approximately 4,000 foreign students receive Fulbright scholarships each year.

Sponsorship duration
The whole duration of the study, research or non-degree program

Scholarship benefits
The Fulbright program provides funding for the duration of the study. The grant funds tuition, textbooks, airfare, a living stipend, and health insurance. See the official website for the exact scholarship benefits.

Method of Application
All applications to the Foreign Student Program are processed by bi-national Fulbright Commissions/Foundations or U.S. Embassies. Therefore, foreign students must apply through the Fulbright Commission/Foundation or U.S. Embassy in their home countries.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for detailed information on Program eligibility and selection procedures for your own country and also on how to apply for this scholarship.

DEADLINES:
The application deadline varies per country, however on a general note, it is usually around February to October annually of the preceding year you wish to study.

PLEASE NOTE:
The Fulbright Program is the flagship international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government and is designed to “increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries.”

The Fulbright Program, including the Fulbright-Hays Program, is a program of highly competitive, merit-based grants for international educational exchange for students, scholars, teachers, professionals, scientists and artists, founded by United States Senator J. William Fulbright in 1946.

Under the Fulbright Program, competitively selected U.S. citizens may become eligible for scholarships to study, conduct research, or exercise their talents abroad and citizens of other countries may qualify to do the same in the United States.

The Fulbright Program is one of the most prestigious awards programs worldwide, operating in over 155 countries. Forty-five Fulbright alumni have won Nobel Prizes; seventy-eight have won Pulitzer Prizes.

The program was established to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and other countries through the exchange of persons, knowledge, and skills.

Contact
All scholarship/financial inquiries should be made to your local embassy or Fulbright Commission. For more information, see your country-specific website.

Application Deadline: February - October 2014
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Netherlands Fellowship Programme (NFP) Scholarships for Developing Countries

The Netherlands Fellowship Programme (NFP) Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: All approved field
Course Level: Graduate (short courses, masters, PhD, fellowship)
Provider: Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Country to Study in: Netherlands

Scholarship Description
The Netherlands Fellowship Programmes (NFP) targets international students from several countries of the world to pursue masters or PhD studies, or short courses in Dutch universities and institutions of higher learning.

The programme is funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs under the budget for development cooperation, and promotes capacity building within organizations in 50 countries by providing training and education through fellowships to professionals.

The overall aim of the NFP is to help increase both the number and the competencies of skilled staff at a wide range of governmental and non-governmental organisations. This is done by offering fellowships to mid-career professionals to improve the capacity of their employing organizations.

A new phase of the NFP (NFP II) started on 1 July 2013. This new phase leads to policy changes which have an impact on procedures and criteria. The country list has been reduced from 62 to 50 (this change was already effective starting with the 1 October 2013 fellowship application deadline).

Eligibility
You must meet a number of criteria that support the aim of the NFP to be eligible for a fellowship.

You must:

• be a professional with at least three years’ relevant work experience;
• be a national of, and working and living in one of the countries on the NFP country list valid at the time of application;
• be nominated by your employer, who pledges to continue paying your salary and guarantees that you will be able to return to the same or an equivalent position at the end of your fellowship period;
• have been unconditionally admitted by a Dutch institution to one of the Master’s degree programmes or Short courses on the course list, or have agreed upon a PhD research proposal with the Dutch institution. This means that you must have met all the academic requirements set by the Dutch institution;
• not be employed by:
  • a multinational corporation (e.g. Shell, Unilever, Microsoft);
  • a large national and/or a large commercial organisation;
  • a bilateral donor organisation (e.g. USAID, DFID, Danida, Sida, Dutch ministry of Foreign affairs, FinAid, AusAid, ADC, SwissAid);
  • a multilateral donor organisation, (e.g. a UN organisation, the World Bank, the IMF, Asian Development Bank, African Development Bank, IADB);
  • an international NGO (e.g. Oxfam, Plan, Care).
• have completed and submitted an NFP PhD study, master’s degree programme or short course fellowship application, including all the required documentation, before the applicable fellowship application deadline;
• be employed in a subject area to which the study will make a relevant contribution;
• have a clear-cut, work relationship with a relevant organisation and be in a position to introduce the newly acquired skills and knowledge into that organisation;
• be available full-time for the entire period of the programme or course and be physically and mentally able to take part in the entire programme;
• endorse the objective and the aim of the NFP and use your new knowledge and skills to support your employing organisation and your country. Nuffic urges you to return to your home country upon finishing the course or programme to meet the NFP aim in the most effective way.

If you apply for an NFP PhD fellowship, you must:

• not have accepted an NFP PhD fellowship in the past;
• pursue the PhD study following a ‘sandwich’ or ‘picnic’ model, which means that at least a quarter of the PhD study must take place in the candidate’s home country and/or region. A quarter of the PhD study is calculated from the start date of the PhD-study (research) until the end of the NFP-PhD fellowship.

If you apply for an NFP short courses fellowship, you must:

• not have accepted more than one NFP short course fellowship in the past;
• not have accepted an NFP short course fellowship in the year prior to the fellowship application.

If you apply for an NFP master’s degree programme (NFP-MA) fellowship, you must not have accepted an NFP master’s degree programme fellowship in the past.

Scholarship Criteria:
Priority will be given to candidates who:

• live and work in Sub-Saharan Africa;
• are a woman;
• belong to a priority groups and/or are from a marginalised region as defined by the Dutch embassy in your country. You can find these priorities on the embassy’s website.

Eligible Groups
The NFP target group consists of professionals who are nationals of and work and live in an NFP country. The chances of obtaining an NFP fellowship increase if you live and work in Sub-Saharan Africa and/or if you are a woman.

Africa:
Ethiopia, Nigeria, Ghana, Benin, Guinea-Bissau, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Sudan, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Burundi, Tanzania, Kenya, Cape Verde, Uganda, Mali, Zambia, DR Congo, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Egypt, Namibia

Other Developing Countries:
Afghanistan, Eritrea, Nicaragua, Albania, Armenia, Georgia, Pakistan, Autonomous Palestinian Territories, Peru, Bangladesh, Guatemala, Philippines, Bhutan, Honduras, Bolivia, India, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Brazil, Iran, Suriname, Jordan, Cambodia, Thailand, Kosovo, Colombia, Macedonia, Vietnam, Costa Rica, Yemen, Cuba, Moldova, Mongolia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Nepal

Participating Institutions
Dutch universities, academic institutions and institutions of higher learning

Field(s) of study
The NFP offers three sub-programmes to choose from (Masters, Short courses, PhD studies). It is very important to see the list of eligible programmes for 2014/2015 with their various deadlines.

Sponsorship duration
For the whole duration of the course

Scholarship benefits
The fellowship is a supplement to the candidate’s salary which s/he should continue to receive during the study period in the Netherlands, and is a contribution towards the expenses related to the course or study programme.

The fellowship compensates for three main categories of costs: a) study-related fees; b) travel expenses; and c) subsistence. Costs in the categories a) and b) are entirely covered by the fellowship, whereas the amount provided in category c) is a contribution towards the actual costs. If applicable, the fellowship holder is expected to cover the difference between the actual costs and the NFP subsistence allowance.

Method of Application
To apply for an NFP fellowship, you must be admitted to the master’s degree programme, short course or PhD study for which you would like to use the fellowship. Thus before applying for the scholarship, you need to apply for admissions directly at the Dutch institution that offers the degree programme of their choice.

Candidates are strongly advised to seek academic admission as early as possible to allow the institution to process your application in time. Fellowship applications then have to be submitted through Scholarships Online (SOL) by the deadline.

For detailed and complete information on how to apply for this scholarship, you should read the NFP Rules and Regulations(pdf), visit the How-to-Apply page, and also visit the official website (link to it is below).

DEADLINES:
For 2015-2015, the first deadline for fellowship applications is 4 February 2014 (Masters & Short courses). The next deadlines are 6 May 2014 (Masters & Short courses) and 7 October 2014 (PhD & Short courses). You are only allowed to apply for one NFP fellowship per deadline.

PLEASE NOTE:
A new phase of the NFP (NFP II) started on 1 July 2013. This new phase leads to policy changes which have an impact on procedures and criteria. The country list has been reduced from 62 to 50 (this change was already effective starting with the 1 October 2013 fellowship application deadline).

Do not wait until last minute to submit your application. When many applicants log into SOL at the same time, chances are the system will become overloaded and you may miss the deadline. Please note that questions received close to the deadline may have a longer response time than the usual three working days.

Each programme or course has a specific academic application deadline set by the institution. These deadlines may change during the year. Before you apply always check the website of the institution to find out which academic application deadline applies for the course or study programme you are interested in.

What has changed in the NFP programme in August 2014?
The main change is that candidates now need to apply for an NFP fellowship directly at the Dutch education institution, instead of applying with Nuffic. Only the Dutch institution will provide information about the programmes, selection criteria, application procedures and deadlines.

Different institutions may have different procedures.

Application Deadline: 7 October 2014
Open to International students: Yes

More Scholarship Information and Application

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Boren Fellowships for Postgraduate Students With U.S. Citizenship

Boren Fellowships

Course(s) Offered: Several
Course Level: Graduate fellowship
Provider: NSEP
Country to Study in: Several countries

Fellowship Description
Boren Fellowships are unique opportunities for U.S. graduate students to add an important international and language component to their graduate education through specialization in area study, language study, or increased language proficiency.

Boren Fellowships support study and research in areas of the world that are critical to U.S. interests, including Africa, Asia, Central & Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East.

The countries of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand are excluded.

Eligibility
Boren Fellowships are for graduate students.

You are eligible to apply for a Boren Fellowship if you are:

• A U.S. citizen at the time of application
• Either matriculated in or applying to a graduate degree program at a U.S. college or university located within the United States and accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Boren Fellows must remain matriculated in their graduate programs for the duration of the fellowship and may not graduate until the fellowship is complete.
• Planning an overseas program that meets home institution standards in a country outside of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand. Boren Fellowships are not for study in the United States.

Program Preferences:
Boren Fellowships are awarded with preference for countries, languages, and fields of study critical to U.S. national security. Preference is also given to students who will study abroad for longer periods of time, and who are highly motivated by the opportunity to work in the federal government.

NSEP is also interested in applications that fall outside the preferences, if the candidate can make a compelling case that such study can contribute significantly to U.S. national security and the goals of the program.

For more information about what makes a competitive application, click here.

Eligible groups
Students with U.S. citizenship

Participating Institutions
Boren Fellowships support study and research in areas of the world that are critical to U.S. interests, including Africa, Asia, Central & Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East.

The countries of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand are excluded. For a complete list of countries, please visit the official website via link below.

Fields of study
The program focuses on geographic areas, languages, and fields of study deemed critical to U.S. national security.

It draws on a broad definition of national security, recognizing that the scope of national security has expanded to include not only the traditional concerns of protecting and promoting American well-being, but also the challenges of global society, including: sustainable development, environmental degradation, global disease and hunger, population growth and migration, and economic competitiveness.

For more information about this broad definition of national security, visit the official website via link below.

Number of awards
Not specified

Sponsorship duration
Boren Fellowship awards are made for a minimum of 12 weeks and maximum of 24 months. Overseas programs can be no longer than one year.

Boren Fellowships promote long term linguistic and cultural immersion. Therefore, all overseas study must be a minimum of 12 weeks, and preference will be given to applicants proposing overseas programs of 6 months or longer. However, applicants proposing overseas programs of 3-6 months, especially those in the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fields are encouraged to apply.

Scholarship benefits
Up to a maximum of $30,000 is provided.

Boren Fellowships provide up to $24,000 for overseas study. In addition, Boren Fellowships can provide limited funding for domestic language study that will supplement the overseas component. The maximum award for a combined overseas and domestic program is $30,000.

Method of Application
Submit the online application, which includes documentations as listed on the official website. Before starting the online application, remember to read the application instructions.

In addition, add noreply@borenfellowship.org to your safe sender list. All automatic emails from the system will come from this address, including submission confirmation, password resets, and login information for your referees.

All application components must be submitted by the application deadline.

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

DEADLINES:
The 2015-16 application deadline is January 27, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. EST.

PLEASE NOTE:
Boren Fellowships, an initiative of the National Security Education Program, NSEP, provide unique funding opportunities for U.S. graduate students to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests, and underrepresented in study abroad, including Africa, Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East.

The countries of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand are excluded.

Boren Fellows represent a vital pool of highly motivated individuals who wish to work in the federal national security arena. In exchange for funding, Boren Fellows commit to working in the federal government for at least one year after graduation.

Application Deadline: 27 January 2015
Open to International Applicants: No (ONLY American citizens)

More Scholarship Information and Application

Related: List of Scholarships in the USA for International Students

MTN Foundation / MUSON Music Scholarship Awards for Nigerian students

MTN Foundation / MUSON Music Scholarship Awards

Course(s) Offered: Music
Course Level: Undergraduate (diploma)
Provider: MTN foundation, MUSON
Country to Study in: Nigeria

Scholarship Description
The Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON) in conjunction with The MTN Foundation (MTNF), announces entrance examinations for the 9th set of the MTNF/MUSON diploma course in Music for the 2014 - 2015 academic year.

This programme seeks to create positive impact on the Arts and Culture landscape of Nigeria through the development of musical talents.

The programme is targeted at Nigerian students with a flair for music, and it provides them the opportunity to acquire qualitative music education leading to the MUSON Diploma in Music.

Eligibility
Applicants for the MTNF/MUSON Scholarship programme in diploma course in Music are expected to possess the following minimum requirements:

• The General Certificate of Education (G.C.E) Ordinary Level with credits in five (5) subjects including English Language; OR
• The Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) with a credit in English Language.

The 5 credits must have been obtained at not more than two sittings and before admission to the diploma course.

Other Requirements:

• PRACTICAL: Grade five (5) or higher pass certificate of The MUSON School of Music or any other music examining body recognized by the MUSON School of Music such as ABRSM or Trinity.
• THEORY: Grade five (5) or higher pass certificate of the MUSON School of Music or any other music examining body recognized by the MUSON School of Music as above.

NOTE: Applicants who possess the above practical or theory certificates would have also satisfied the GCE (O/L) or SSCE requirements as above.

Eligible groups
Nigerian students with a flair for music

Participating Institutions
The MUSON School of Music, Lagos; Nigeria. The School is staffed and equipped to meet internationally accepted standards in Music education.

Fields of study
Diploma level course in Music

Number of awards / Sponsorship duration
The sponsorship programme is aimed at providing scholarships to about 220 students over a five year period and a total of 74 students (as at 2012) have graduated on the programme.

Scholarship benefits
The sponsorship support covers the following:

• Tuition
• Book allowance
• Stipend (pocket allowance)

Method of Application
Are you interested and qualified? Candidate's letters of application together with copies of certificates, two (2) passport photographs and contact telephone number(s) or e-mail address should be sent to:

The Director
MUSON School of Music
8/9 Marina, Onikan
Lagos.

Examination / Audition / Interview Date:
The examinations will take place from September 1 - 5, 2014 and will take the form of:

• A written examination in music theory at approximately grade 5 standard and general music knowledge.
• An audition on a major instrument or voice of at least grade 5 standard before a faculty jury.
• An aural interview.

DEADLINES:
All applications should reach the Director, MUSON School of Music on or before 31st July 2014.
Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.

PLEASE NOTE:
Only short listed applicants will be notified and provided with an examination number which permits them to take examinations, audition and interview. Successful candidates from the examinations will then be offered admissions.

Interested applicants who are deficient in the theory requirements (please see 'Eligibility' above) but display outstanding practical ability in the opinion of the faculty Jury, may be considered for admission but must enroll in the remedial theory course to meet the necessary standard by the end of the first year.

The MTN Nigeria Foundation Limited by Guarantee (MTNF) was established by MTN Nigeria Communications Limited, in July 2004 to drive MTN Nigeria's Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life in communities across the country.

Application Deadline: 31 July 2014
Open to International students: No (ONLY citizens or residents of Nigeria)

More Scholarship Information and Application (MUSON website - 2014/15 Application)
More Scholarship Information and Application (MTNF website)

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Rotary Foundation Scholarships and Training Grants for International Development

Rotary Foundation Grants

Course(s) Offered: Any six areas of focus
Course Level: Graduate (projects, studies, training)
Provider: The Rotary Foundation
Country to Study in: Any Country

Scholarship Description
The Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarship program ended in 2012-13. Beginning in 2015-14, the Foundation will offer scholarship opportunities through the Rotary Foundation Grants.

The Rotary Global Grants may be used (for Students, Projects and Vocations) to fund and support humanitarian projects, scholarships for academic studies, AND vocational training opportunities in any approved location in the world.

Eligibility/ General criteria
The Rotary Foundation District Grants and Rotary Foundation Global Grants support a wide variety of humanitarian and educational activities in local communities and abroad.

Activities under Global grants should align with one or more of Rotary’s areas of focus, must be sustainable and measurable (i.e. ‎How will a scholar’s studies support one or more of the areas of focus?), and should stem from real community needs.

Global grants must be sponsored by at least one Rotary club or district in the country or geographical area where the grant project will take place (primary host sponsor) and one or more outside that country or geographical area(primary international sponsor).

Scholarship applicants must provide proof of university admission to a graduate-level program or letter of invitation to conduct postgraduate-level research when applying for the grant. Admission that requires a guarantee of financial support is acceptable.

Eligible groups
Non-members of Rotary sponsored/nominated by a Rotary Club OR Members of Rotary Clubs in Selected Districts (found in about 70 countries)

Participating Institutions
Rotary Foundation

Fields of study
Global Grants can be used to fund scholarships with sustainable, high-impact outcomes in one of Rotary’s six areas of focus:

• Peace and conflict prevention/resolution
• Disease prevention and treatment
• Water and sanitation
• Maternal and child health
• Basic education and literacy
• Economic and community development

Number of awards
Not specified by provider

Sponsorship duration
Academic studies for a term of one to four academic years

Scholarship benefits
The minimum budget for a global grant activity is $30,000. The Foundation’s World Fund provides a minimum of $15,000 and maximum of $200,000.

Clubs and districts contribute District Designated Funds (DDF) and/or cash contributions that the World Fund matches. DDF is matched at 100% and cash is matched at 50%.

The Global grants may be used for:

1. Humanitarian projects: fund humanitarian projects, provided that they:
   • Support the goals of one or more of the areas of focus
   • Produce measurable outcomes in the benefiting community
   • Achieve results that can be sustained after the grant funds have been expended
   • Have been developed in conjunction with the benefiting community to address their most pressing needs
   • Seek to address community needs in an integrated manner
2. Scholarships: funding for academic studies provided that they:
   • Fund graduate-level study that relates to one or more of the areas of focus
   • Fund studies for a term of one to four academic years
   • Sponsor the academic studies of an individual traveling from the international sponsor district to the host sponsor district
3. Vocational training opportunities: support vocational training teams, which are groups of professionals traveling abroad to either learn more about their profession or teach local professionals about a particular field.

Method of Application
The application involves a two-step online process:

1. Proposal: For club- and district-developed global grants, Rotarians will submit a brief online proposal before submitting a formal application. The proposal should provide an overview of the grant activity’s objectives and demonstrate how the activities fit within an area of focus. This process is designed to increase the acceptance rate of grant applications.
2. Application: Once a proposal has been accepted, Rotarians will submit an online application that provides the Foundation with more detailed grant activity and budget information. (Depending on the award amount or complexity of the project, the Foundation may request additional details.)

You can contact the Rotary clubs in your respective countries (see contact details below) to inquire on how to be sponsored for the grant. Scholars must submit individual applications to supplement the overall grant application.

It is important to read the Rotary Grants Terms and Conditions and visit the official website for details on how to apply for the global grants.

DEADLINES:
All Rotary Foundation Global Grant applications will be accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.

PLEASE NOTE:
Rotary started with the vision of one man—Paul P. Harris - a Chicago attorney who formed one of the world’s first service organizations, the Rotary Club of Chicago, on 23 February 1905.

In general, all projects and activities funded by these grants must:

1. Relate to the mission of The Rotary Foundation
2. Include the active participation of Rotarians
3. Exclude any liability to The Rotary Foundation or Rotary International except for the funding amount of the grant
4. Adhere to the governing laws of the United States and the country where the activity is taking place and not harm individuals or entities
5. Only fund activities that have been reviewed and approved before their implementation. Grants will not be approved to reimburse clubs or districts for projects already completed or in progress. Planning for grant activities ahead of approval is allowed and encouraged, but expenses may not be incurred before approval.
6. Demonstrate sensitivity toward another country’s/geographic area’s tradition and culture if grant activities will take place outside of the grant recipient’s country/geographic area
7. Comply with the Conflict of Interest Policy for Grant Participants as outlined in section 7.030 of The Rotary Foundation Code of Policies
8. Comply with the policy regarding the proper use of Rotary Marks as outlined in section 1.060.9 of The Rotary Foundation Code of Policies

Contact
Use the Rotary Club Locator to find contact information for Rotary clubs in your area/country.

Application Deadline: Rolling (varies / ongoing)
Open to International students: Yes

More Scholarship Information and Application

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Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Scholarship Award Scheme for Undergraduate Bachelors and HND Students

Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation (SABMF) Scholarship Award

Course(s) Offered: Several fields
Course Level: Undergraduate (Bachelors, HND)
Provider: SABMF
Country to Study in: Nigeria

Scholarship Description
Established in 2009, the Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation (SABMF) Scholarship supports Undergraduate and Higher National Diploma Studies in accredited public universities and polytechnics in Nigeria annually through the award of scholarships.

Focal areas of scholarship award are Education, Health, Agriculture, Leadership and Good Governance, Entrepreneurship Development, Peace and Security.

Applications are hereby invited for the 2013/2014 academic session and successful applicants will receive their awards during the 2013/2014 academic session.

The scholarship is available to qualified and successful applicants of Northern Nigeria states origin who gained admission into 100 level (through IME), 200 levels (through Direct Entry) for degree and HND 1 programme in the 2013/2014 academic session and have commenced their studies.

Eligibility
The eligibility criteria include:

• Offer of admission into a full time degree or HND programme in a public university or polytechnic
• Satisfy the minimum requirement for registration in the institution and the department or faculty as a full time student
• Credit in 5 'O' level papers including English and Mathematics at not more than two sittings
• Must be indigenes of any of the 19 states of Northern Nigeria (Evidence of State of Origin will be required).
• Must not be more than 25 years of age by the date of entry into the university or polytechnic
• A letter of reference from a community leader

Selection criteria (Important):
However, meeting these eligibility criteria would not guarantee award of the scholarship which is subject to availability and candidate’s ranking in the selection exercise. Any falsification of information at any stage will result in the withdrawal of the scholarship.

General Instruction:

• Interested and qualified candidates are required to apply online
• Incomplete applications will not be processed.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Names of successful candidates will be published in a national daily and on the Foundation's website.
• Applicants who have already been awarded scholarships under other schemes will not be considered.

Eligible groups
Citizens of Nigeria (from the 19 northern states of Nigeria)

Participating Institutions
All accredited public universities and polytechnics in Nigeria

Fields of study
Course Requirement:
Only candidates who were admitted into science and technology courses in public universities and polytechnics are eligible to apply for the scholarship.

Number of awards
Up to 190 students of Northern Nigeria origin

Sponsorship duration
Award is for the duration of an academic session.

Upon award, it will be renewed subject to a minimum CGPA equivalent of "Second Class, Lower Division" for University students and "Upper Credit" for polytechnic students.

Scholarship benefits
The scholarship award is worth N100,000,00 (One hundred thousand Naira) per student for the duration of an academic session.

Method of Application
Qualified and interested candidates should send their personal information (not more than one page) in the following format using MS Word and as an attached document to: sabmfscholarship@gmail.com

• Full Names (in the order of first name, middle name, surname)
• GSM phone number(s)
• Email address
• Age, Date of Birth, Place of Birth
• Gender (male or female)
• State of Origin
• Local Government Area
• Name & phone number of a community leader from the applicant's LGA known to him/her
• Name of University/Polytechnic
• Course of Study & Level
• Scholarship and/or Bursary held currently
• WAEC/NECO Result (list subject and grades)

Screening:
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a screening exercise during which they will be required to present the following:

• 3 passport photographs (each measuring 2 inches x 2 inches).
• Certificate of State of Origin.
• Birth Certificate.
• JAMB examination result.
• Original copy of admission letter from JAMB and the institution.
• Evidence of fees payment and faculty/departmental registration.
• Valid student identification card.
• WAEC or NECO senior secondary school examination result(s).
• A letter of reference from a community leader in the applicant's LGA.

DEADLINES:
The scholarship application closing date is 25th April, 2014.

PLEASE NOTE:
Established in 2009 by the friends, associates and well-wishers of Sir Ahmadu Bello, the late Premier of the defunct Northern Region and Sardauna of Sokoto in collaboration with the governments of the 19 northern states of Nigeria to promote the exemplary ideals and legacy of Sir Ahmadu Bello.

SABMF focal areas are Education, Health, Agriculture, Leadership and Good Governance, Entrepreneurship Development, Peace and Security.

As part of its focus on the advancement of education in Northern Nigeria, the Foundation provides financial support for 190 eligible undergraduates and Higher National Diploma students of Northern Nigeria origin in accredited public universities and polytechnics in Nigeria annually through the award of scholarships.

Application Deadline: 25 April 2014
Open to International Applicants: No (ONLY Nigerians)

More Scholarship Information and Application

Related: List of Undergraduate Scholarships for Nigerian Students

Hungarian Government Scholarships for Foreign Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students Worldwide

Hungarian Government Scholarships: Call for applications from foreigners

Course(s) Offered: All fields
Course Level: Undergraduate (bachelors), Postgraduate (masters, PhD, postdoc)
Provider: Hungarian Scholarship Board
Country to Study in: Hungary

Scholarship Description
This is a call for applications from foreigners for Hungarian state scholarships.

The Hungarian Government through the Hungarian Scholarship Board (HSB) offers the Hungarian Government Scholarships for Foreign Students. The scholarships are to conduct studies or research in Hungarian higher education institutions and research institutes in the academic year 2014/2015 and for summer university courses in the summer of 2014.

Hungary through the Balassi Institute - the Hungarian Scholarship Board Office - offers scholarships for foreign students and lecturers in higher education institutions as well as research fellows who intend to gain further professional experience in Hungarian higher education institutions or research institutes.

Scholarships can be applied for in two different ways: (a). Work plans and bilateral agreements; AND (b). Scholarship Pool.

Eligibility
This scholarship is for all foreigners to the Hungarian state. The following will apply:

Cases of Non-Eligibility:

• Foreign citizens with a residence permit or in the course of applying for a residence permit in Hungary cannot apply.
• Foreign citizens with permanent residence in Hungary.
• Foreign citizens employed on a permanent basis as defined by the Hungarian Labour Law
• Students in employment applying for part-time or correspondence study programmes.
• Students applying for programmes not financed by the Hungarian state.
• Students admitted to higher education host institutions where tuition fee is required.

Age Limit for Applicants

• Applicants for semester/partial studies (type A) must be under 30;
• Applicants for postgraduate studies (type B) must be under 40;
• Applicants for PhD scholarships (types C1 and C2) must be under 35;
• Applicants for postdoctoral scholarships (type D) must be under 45.

There is no age limit for the following types of scholarships:

• research stay (type E);
• summer university course (type F).

Eligible groups
a). For the Work plans and bilateral agreements:
Citizens of countries (and territories) that have a valid/effective educational work plan with Hungary, or a bilateral agreement signed by the Hungarian Ministry of Human Resources and the relevant ministry of the given country (or territory).

b). For the Scholarship Pool:
Citizens of the following countries/territories: Albania, Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Cyprus, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Korean Republic, Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mexico, The Netherlands, Norway, Republic of the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Romania, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States of America.

NOTE: Citizens of the following countries may only apply through their national scholarship offices, on the basis of bilateral agreements: China, Columbia, Yemen, Mongolia, Palestine and Vietnam.

Participating Institution(s)
All accredited Hungarian institutions of higher education or research

Fields of study
Undergraduate and graduate level study or research in any field of arts and sciences during the granted period at an accredited Hungarian higher education or research institution to be determined in advance

Number of awards
Not specified

Sponsorship duration / Scholarship benefits
The following scholarships are available in the academic year 2014/2015:

1. Semester/partial studies (3-10 months)
   Available for: undergraduate (BA/BSc) and graduate (MA/MSc) students.
   
   HUF 40,460 stipend per month, paid by the host institution; student hostel accommodation in a university residence hall paid by the scholarship-holder.
   
   
2. Postgraduate studies, research (3-21 days or 1-10 months)
   Available for: applicants holding a Master’s degree or an equivalent university degree, including PhD students who intend to do research for their dissertation.
   
   HUF 79,200 stipend per month and HUF 70,000 accommodation allowance per month. For scholarships lasting 21 days or less: accommodation allowance and a stipend of HUF 3,000/day. These amounts are paid by the Balassi Institute HSB Office.
   
   
3. (C/1) - full PhD programme (36 months)
   HUF 100,000 stipend per month paid by the host institution; student hostel accommodation in a university residence hall paid by the scholarship-holder.
   
   (C/2) - partial PhD studies (10 months)
   HUF 100,000 stipend per month paid by the host institution; student hostel accommodation in a university residence hall paid by the scholarship-holder.
   
   
4. Postdoctoral studies, research (1-10 months)
   HUF 118,800 stipend and HUF 80,000 accommodation allowance per month, paid by the Balassi Institute HSB Office.
   
   
5. Research stay (3-21 days or 1-10 months)
   Available for associate professors or high-ranking academics.
   
   HUF 118,800 stipend and HUF 80,000 accommodation allowance per month. For scholarships lasting 21 days or less an accommodation allowance and a stipend of HUF 3000/day will be granted. These amounts are paid by the Balassi Institute HSB Office.
   
   
6. Summer courses in the summer of 2014 (2-4 weeks)
   Tuition-free course, free accommodation and meals.

Method of Application
Applications must be submitted in two ways: ONLINE through the HSB website, AND in printed version sent by post.

Please note that applications must be submitted in both ways. The HSB office will only accept applications sent by post as well as through the online system by the given deadline below.

Online applications:
You have to register and upload your application material through the HSB website. Before starting the online procedure please read our Online Application Guidelines, found on the official website, carefully.

Printed versions:
This must be sent - in two copies - by post to the following address:
Balassi Intézet, MÖB Iroda
1519 Budapest Pf. 385
Hungary.

It is very important to carefully read through the 2014/2015 Call for Applications(pdf) and also to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information on this scholarship and application procedure.

DEADLINE:
Deadline of the online application is 7th April 2014 (Monday CEST midnight). Deadline of the posted application is Monday, 7th April 2014 (as per postmark).

For those applying under the system of bilateral agreements the application deadline might be earlier, as determined by the national scholarship office of the given country.

PLEASE NOTE:
HSB suggests that applicants keep a copy of the application documents.

Incomplete applications or those submitted after the deadline will not be considered.

Scholarships and study trips might be a special opportunity in the life and professional development of young people. Therefore it is essential to choose a country that has outstanding results in the field of education and research and its culture is rather different from the applicant’s home culture. Hungary is one of the most attractive destinations for those who wish to study abroad.

Hungarian higher education institutions have been receiving foreign students for more than a hundred years. Degrees obtained in Hungary are accepted and appreciated worldwide. For many decades Hungarian universities and research institutes have been participating in international co-operations in all fields of science and arts.

Application Deadline: 7 April 2014 - for both electronic and printed
Open to International Applicants: Yes

More Scholarship Information and Application(HSB Home)
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Delta State Government Scholarship Scheme for Female Students

Delta State Government Scholarship Scheme

Course(s) Offered: Social sciences
Course Level: Postgraduate (PGD)
Provider: Delta State Government
Country to Study in: Nigeria

Scholarship Description
The Delta State Government offers its state-sponsored Government Scholarship Scheme for female students of Nigerian origin.

Applications are invited for five places in the Delta State Government Scholarship Scheme for female students, tenable at School of Media and Communication (SMC), Pan-African University, for the PGD in Media & Communication (Journalism Stream) and MSc in Media and Communication (Writing for the Media stream).

Eligibility
Admission requirements:

• 5 credit passes at O’level
• University degree /HND in any discipline
• Academic Transcript to be submitted before the end of August
• NYSC Certificate/Exemption

Eligible groups
Nigerian citizens of Delta State origin

Participating Institutions
School of Media and Communication (SMC), Pan-African University, Lagos; Nigeria

Fields of study
Postgraduate Diploma level courses in the following areas:

• Postgraduate Diploma in Multimedia Journalism
• Postgraduate Diploma in Community Relations
• Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Media (Design, Production & Management)

Number of awards
Five (5) offers are usually given every year

Sponsorship duration
It will last for 12 months (2 Semesters & 3-month internship)

Scholarship benefits
The scholarship covers tuition fees and study materials only

Method of Application
You must apply for admission to the part time PGD in Media and Communication (Journalism stream) OR MSc in Media and Communication (Writing for the Media stream) programmes (August 2014 entry) in order to partake in the scholarship. For complete admission requirements, see 'Eligibility' above and also visit the official website (link is below).

You must download and fill in the Scholarship Application Form as found on the official website (you may download the form here). You may also download the Transcript request form and Referee request form (two referees required) from the official website (link to it is below) to begin processing.

It is important to visit the official school of Media & Communication website for complete admission criteria, and also the links below on how to apply to the current scholarship call.

DEADLINES:
Application period and Oral interview is from 19 January, 2014 to 30 June, 2014.
Scholarship Application Deadline is June 5th, 2014.

PLEASE NOTE:
The School of Media and Communication has evolved directly from the Centre for Media and Communication. The CMC was instituted in 2006 by the Pan-Atlantic University Council in recognition of the critical role of this sector in shaping societal values and cultural life. No less important, the contribution of the creative industries to economic growth and the GDP is gaining recognition as well.

Specifically, the establishment of the School of Media and Communication is informed by the aspiration to train professionals in this area of culture who would uphold the highest intellectual, ethical and professional values that promote creativity, critical knowledge, technical perfection, social responsibility, and the spirit of enterprise. The School’s programmes will prepare students for careers in the creative industries, in business generally, and in various public and private domains.

The primary goal of the School of Media and Communication is the formation of media and communication professionals, to enable them pursue their calling of service to human cultures with a sense of creativity, skill, knowledge and values. The School contributes through its expertise to the professional excellence of the creative industries in Nigeria and the continent of Africa.

Contact
For further information and specific requirements of this scholarship, contact:

The Admission Manager (Ndidi - +234 708 864 1465)
School of Media and Communication (SMC),
Pan-African University, 2 Ahmed Onibudo Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Telephone: 01-4616170-2; 2711617-20 ext 2048
E-mail: pgd@smc.edu.ng; nobieze@smc.edu.ng

Application Deadline: 5 June 2014
Open to International students: No(ONLY female Nigerians)

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Nigerian Defence Academy Admission into Full-Time Postgraduate Diploma, Masters and PhD Programmes

NDA Admissions into Full Time Postgraduate Programmes

Course(s) Offered: Several fields
Course Level: Graduate (PhD, masters, PGD)
Provider: Nigerian Defense Academy
Country to Study in: Nigeria

Course Description
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the full-time postgraduate programmes of the Postgraduate School, Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna for the 2014/2015 Academic Session.

The sale of Online Application Forms shall be open from 17th February 2014 - 16th May 2014.

Upon purchase of Access or PIN Codes, prospective candidates should follow the link on the NDA official website (link to it is below) or log on to the application portal (link to it is below) and complete the online application farm.

Eligibility
The requirements for the various programmes are as follows:

1. Master’s (MA, MEng and MSc) Degrees: A candidate seeking admission into the Master’s Degree programme shall be a graduate of the Nigerian Defence Academy or any other recognized university. Such candidate must possess a minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division) in the relevant field of study.
   
   
2. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Degree: A candidate for PhD Degree must possess a minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division) at Bachelor Degree and a Master’ Degree in the proposed field of study from a recognized university. In addition, the candidate must have scored an average of not less than 60% or 3.50 at the Masters level.

Eligible groups
Citizens of Nigeria ONLY

Participating Institution
Postgraduate School, Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna; Nigeria

Fields of study
(A) DEGREE PROGRAMMES
The following full -time programmes are available in the faculties and departments listed:

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences:
a). Department of Accounting

• MSc in Accounting
• PhD in Accounting

b). Department of Economics

• MSc in Economics
• PhD in Economics

c). Department of Geography

• MSc in Urban Geography
• MSc Geography in Environmental Management
• MSc Geography in Climatology
• MSc Geography in Remote Sensing /GIS
• PhD Geography in Environmental Management
• PhD Geography in Climatology
• PhD in Urban Geography
• PhD Geography in Remote Sensing / GIS

d). Departments of History & International Studies

• MA in Military History
• MA in International Studies
• PhD in Military History
• PhD in International Studies

e). Department of Political Science and Defence Studies

• MSc in Defence and Strategic Studies
• PhD in Defence and Strategic Studies

Faculty of Science:
a). Department of Biological Science

• MSc in Medicinal and Poisonous Plant Studies
• MSc in Biotechnology
• MSc in Parasitology

b). Department of Chemistry

• MSc in Analytical Chemistry
• MSc in Organic Chemistry
• MSc in Inorganic Chemistry
• MSc in Material Science and Explosives
• MSc in Environmental Chemistry
• PhD in Analytical Chemistry
• PhD in Organic Chemistry
• PhD in Inorganic Chemistry

c). Department of Mathematics/Computer Science

• MSc in Pure Mathematics
• MSc in Applied Mathematics
• PhD in Pure Mathematics

d). Department of Physics

• MSc in Theoretical Physics
• MSc in Nuclear and Radiation Physics
• MSc in Solid State Physics
• PhD in Theoretical Physics
• PhD in Nuclear and Radiation Physics
• PhD in Solid State Physics

Faculty of Engineering:
a). Department of Electrical/Electronics Engineering

• M.Eng in Electronics and Communication Engineering
• PhD in Electronics and Communications Engineering

b). Department of Mechanical Engineering

• M.Eng in Production Engineering
• M.Eng in Thermofluid & Energy Engineering
• M.Eng in Material and Metallurgical Engineering
• PhD in Production Engineering
• PhD in Thermofluid & Energy Engineering
• PhD in Material and Metallurgical Engineering

(B) POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES
The following full-time PGD progamrnes are available in the faculty and departments listed below:

Faculty of Engineering:
a). Department of Electrical/ Electronics Engineering

• PGD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (PGDE)

b). Department of Civil Engineering

• PGD in Civil Engineering (PGDCE)

c). Department of Mechanical Engineering

• PGD in Mechanical Engineering (PGDME)

Number of spaces
The number of spaces on these courses have not been made known by the NDA

Course duration
Each student admitted for Master’s or PhD Degree must pursue a FULL-TIME course of study and research in the Academy.

Depending on the degree in view, the following conditions are also applicable:

• A student for the Master’s degree shall pursue the programme for 2 years (4 Semesters)
• Candidates for PhD degree shall pursue the programme for 3 years (6 Semesters). At the expiration of the period of study for any given programme, a student who has not completed his/her programme shall be withdrawn from the Academy. However, in exceptional circumstances, application for extension to complete the programme may be entertained. Extension shall not exceed a period of one year (2 Semesters) in case of Master’s degree and 2 years (4 semesters) in case of Ph.D.
• A student of Postgraduate Diploma shall pursue a full-time programme for 2 years (4 semesters) and maximum period of 3 years (6 semesters)

Course benefits
Knowledge, skills and values necessary to meet the requirements of a military officer through a broad-based training in military, academic and character development are acquired while at the NDA.

Accommodation:
Limited number of rooms are available in the NDA Postgraduate School Hostel on first come first served basis.

Method of Application
Candidates are required to purchase Access or PIN Codes available at all Zenith bank Branches and Cash Offices nationwide at the cost of N7,500.00 only, excluding bank charges of N500.00, for online application.

Submission Of Application:
Upon purchase of Access or PIN Codes, prospective candidates should log on to the official NDA application portal (link to it is below) and complete the "Online Application Form". Kindly note that your application is not complete until all copies of your Credentials, Acknowledgement Form, Referee Form, Application for Transcripts Form and Medical Report Form have been submitted along with your application.

Candidates can either UPLOAD the aforementioned items when they sign in, or send them by MAIL to:

The Secretary
Postgraduate School,
Nigerian Defence Academy
P.M.B 2109, Kaduna

not later than the deadline date indicated below.

DEADLINES:
All applications must be submitted on or before the 16th May, 2014

PLEASE NOTE:
The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) was established on 5 February 1964 in response to the defence needs of independent Nigeria to train officers for the Armed Forces of Nigeria. Before then, the institution was known as the Royal Military Forces Training College (RMFTC). After independence in 1960, it became known as the Nigerian Military Training College.

The role of the Academy is to provide each officer cadet with knowledge, skills and values necessary to meet the requirements of a military officer through military, academic and character development.

In essence, the NDA is an institution where selected young able-bodied men and women are groomed into well educated, courageous, virile and erudite subalterns.

Contact
Nigerian Defence Academy,
Kaduna, Kaduna State.
Email: info@nda.edu.ng

Application Deadline: 16 May 2014
Open to International students: No (ONLY Nigerians)

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