Study In Any Country: Baldwin Fellowship ($12,000 per year) for Africans and other Developing Countries

The Franklin Mosher Baldwin Memorial Fellowships

Course(s) Offered: Human origins, related fields
Course Level: Graduate (masters, phd, research, training)
Provider: The Leakey Foundation
Country to Study in: Any country

Scholarship Description
The Leakey Foundation offers the Franklin Mosher Baldwin Memorial Fellowships which are intended for scholars and students with citizenship in a developing country who wish to obtain an advanced degree from an institution outside the student’s home country.

This award is for a program of approved special training and/or advanced training towards an MA, MSc, PhD, or equivalent and is limited to two years of support.

Recipients include scholars from the following countries: Ethiopia, Eritrea, Iran, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Turkey, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Zambia and the Republic of Congo. The program was expanded recently to provide opportunities to scholars from countries other than Africa.

Eligibility
The fellowship is intended for scholars with citizenship in a developing country who seek to obtain an advanced degree or specialized training in an area of study related to human origins research.

Human origins scholars from developing nations seeking advanced degrees (M.A./M.S. or Ph.D.) are eligible for Baldwin Fellowships.

If you are thinking of applying for a Baldwin Fellowship ask yourself the following questions:

• Am I enrolled in a M.A., M.S., Ph.D. or equivalent program related to the study of human origins or evolution?
• Have I been accepted or have a provisional acceptance to a host institution?
• Do I have financial assistance from the host institution?
• Do I intend to return and work in my home country upon completion of training?

If your answer is “Yes” to all of the above questions, you’re likely to be eligible to receive a Baldwin Fellowship.

If you are concerned as to whether your research topic is eligible, contact the Foundation at least a month ahead of the application deadline.

Selection criteria:
Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate:

• Affiliation and/or employment with an institution in their home country.
• Provisional acceptance (or evidence of application) to the host institution.
• Financial assistance from the host institution.
• Intention to return and work in the home country upon completion of training.

The applicant must have a home sponsor who is a member of the institution where the applicant is affiliated in the home country, as well as a host sponsor who is a member of the institution which the candidate plans to pursue training.

Should an award be made, the host sponsor must be willing to assume responsibility for overseeing the candidates training.

Eligible groups
Citizens who are scholars from the following countries:
Ethiopia, Eritrea, Iran, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Turkey, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Zambia and the Republic of Congo

Participating Institutions
All accredited institutions of higher learning outside the student’s home country

Fields of study
Advanced level degrees (M.A./M.S. or Ph.D.) in any area of study related to human origins research. Eg Anthropology and Sociology; Scientific research in Human origins - paleoanthropology, primate behavior, and studies of modern hunter-gatherer groups; etc.

Number of awards
Not specified by provider, several will be given. Since 1978, more than 70 Baldwin Fellowships have been awarded.

Sponsorship duration
Two (2) years of support will be given

Scholarship benefits
The maximum award is limited to $12,000 per year.

Baldwin Fellowships may be used to cover tuition, travel, living expenses, student fees, insurance, books, and other relevant categories of expenditure. Aid is not provided for family expenses or dependent support, salary and/or fringe benefits of the applicant, nor institutional overhead.

Method of Application
To apply to this fellowship, it is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) to review the Application Guidelines, access the Application Form and other detailed instructions on how to apply.

Applications must be sent to the Leakey Foundation office:

• as a PDF attachment emailed to grants@leakeyfoundation.org 
• via real mail
• or both ways

DEADLINES:
There are two different ANNUAL deadlines depending on whether you have previously received a Baldwin Fellowship: February 15th for New Applicants AND March 1st for Returning Applicants.

PLEASE NOTE:
Only scholars with citizenship in a developing country are eligible.

The Baldwin program is based on a realistic assessment of needs and priorities. Many developing nations possess extraordinary resources in the field of prehistory. The stewardship and careful use of these assets is a task of international importance. By enabling bright young scholars to obtain graduate education, The Leakey Foundation is helping to equip these individuals to assume a leadership role in the future of paleoanthropology.

Application Deadline: 15 February / 1 March 2015
Open to International students: Yes (Africa & Developing countries)

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UK: University of Aberdeen West Africa Merit Scholarships for Nigerian and Ghanian students

West Africa Merit Scholarship

Course(s) Offered: Arts /Social Sciences; Sciences / Medicine
Course Level: Postgraduate
Provider: University of Aberdeen
Country to Study in: UK

Scholarship Description
The University of Aberdeen in Scotland, UK offers the West Africa Merit Scholarship, which funding opportunity is open to Nigerian and Ghanian students undertaking a full-time taught postgraduate programme in either the College of Arts and Social Sciences or the College of Life Sciences and Medicine.

To be eligible for this award, candidates must hold the equivalent of a First class British Honours degree from a British university or from a recognised Nigerian or Ghanian university.

Candidates must also be self-funded, and not in receipt of any financial assistance from the Nigerian or Ghanian government.

Application for the 2015 University of Aberdeen scholarship for Nigerian/Ghanaian nationals to pursue full-time taught postgraduate programme in two colleges has commenced.

Eligibility
Eligibility criteria for the 2015 West Africa Merit Scholarship:

• To be eligible for this award, candidates must hold the equivalent of a First class British Honours degree from a British university or from a recognised Nigerian university or Ghanaian university.
• Candidates must also be self-funded, and not in receipt of any financial assistance from the Nigerian or Ghanaian government.
• To be considered for the scholarship you will need to have applied to the University of Aberdeen and been offered a place starting in January or September 2015. You must also be a privately funded student, and not in receipt of any financial assistance from the Nigerian or Ghanaian Government.
• The scholarship can only be held by a student of the University commencing study in January or September 2015– it cannot be transferred to other institutions.
• Priority will be given to students who do not already have additional scholarship funding (student loans excluded) and to those who have firmly accepted either a conditional or unconditional offer for a place at the University at the time the selection committee meets.

Eligible groups
Citizens of Nigeria and Ghana ONLY may apply

Participating Institutions
University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen; Scotland, UK.

Fields of study
Beneficiaries can pursue PG programmes at either the College of Arts and Social Sciences or the College of Life Sciences and Medicine.

Number of awards
There are only 5 West Africa Merit scholarships available

Sponsorship duration
This will be a onetime tuition discount

Scholarship benefits
The West Africa Merit scholarships have a value of £2000 per award, and will be awarded in the form of a tuition fee discount.

Method of Application
To be eligible for this award, candidates must hold the equivalent of a First class British Honours degree from a British university or from a recognised Nigerian university/Ghanaian university.

A completed application form, transcript and one academic reference should be emailed or posted before the closing date for applications.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete details on how to apply (which will include the "Guidelines for Applicants" and "Application Form").

DEADLINES:
All applications must be submitted no later than 7 November 2014 if you applying for the January 2015 intake, or 30 June 2015 if you are applying for the September 2015 intake.

PLEASE NOTE:
All applications for the 2015 West Africa Merit Scholarship at University of Aberdeen in United Kingdom must be submitted not later than the stated date.

Application Deadline: 30 June 2015
Open to International Applicants: No (Nigerians AND Ghanians ONLY)

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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

UK: Weidenfeld-Hoffman Scholarships and Leadership Programme for Developing and Emerging Countries

Weidenfeld-Hoffman Scholarships and Leadership Programme

Course(s) Offered: Int'l devpt, Geography, Environment
Course Level: Masters, PhD
Provider: ISD, University of Oxford
Country to Study in: UK

Scholarship Description
The Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarship and Leadership Programme targets exceptional individuals from the transition and emerging economies of Europe's wider neighbourhood including Central and Eastern Europe, the Balkans, the Caucasus, Russia and Central Asia, as well as North Africa and the Middle East.

The scheme supports exceptional scholars devoting their studies and professional careers to international development or environmental management and conservation.

The Institute for Strategic Dialogue (ISD), through the University of Oxford, offers two schemes within its Weidenfeld Scholarships and Leadership Programme: the Louis Dreyfus-Weidenfeld Scholarship and Leadership Programme and the Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarship and Leadership Programme. Please note that, depending on your country of ordinary residence and course choice, you may be eligible for both of the schemes.

Eligibility
You should be applying to start a new graduate course at Oxford in any the eligible courses.

You must be ordinarily resident in any one of the approved countries listed below. You should be intending to return to your country of ordinary residence once your course is completed.

You should be able to demonstrate a connection between your subject of study and your longer-term career objectives, explaining how you see your professional work contributing to the improvement of public life in your country of origin or at a wider regional or international level.

Please ensure that you meet the selection criteria for your course (see the Courses page for more information).

The scholarships are open to students starting a new course. Students currently at Oxford are not eligible to apply unless they are already Weidenfeld Scholars. This scholarship is not open to applications from candidates who hold deferred offers to start in 2015-16.

Eligible groups
Eligible candidates must be ordinary residents of one of the following countries:
Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Estonia, FYR Macedonia, Georgia, Hungary, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Lithuania, Mauritania, Mongolia, Moldova, Montenegro, Morocco, Oman, Palestine, Poland, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Syria, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Western Sahara, Yemen.

Participating Institution(s)
University of Oxford, United Kingdom (School of Geography & Environment AND Department of International Development).

Fields of Study
The scheme supports studies and careers related to international development or environmental management and conservation.

These studies encompass a number of subjects offered within the University's School of Geography and Environment and Department of International Development.

The complete list of eligible courses is below:

• DPhil in Geography and Environment
• MSc in Biodiversity, Conservation and Management
• MSc in Environmental Change and Management
• MSc in Nature, Society and Environmental Governance
• MSc in Water Science, Policy and Management
• DPhil in International Development
• MPhil in Development Studies
• MSc in Economics for Development
• MSc in Refugee and Forced Migration Studies
• MSc in Migration Studies
• MSc in Global Governance & Diplomacy

Number of Scholarships
5 offers will be awarded.

Sponsorship duration
Awards are made for the full duration of a student’s fee liability for the agreed course.

If your scholarship is offered for a course lasting more than one year, the continuation of your scholarship each year is subject to an annual renewal process based upon satisfactory academic progress.

Scholarship benefits
The scholarship will cover 100% of University and college fees and a grant for living costs (of at least £13,863).

The Leadership Programme includes:

• an annual Moral Philosophy Seminar including moderated discussions and workshops on political philosophy and leadership development;
• practical skills training in presentation, interviewing, exam and op-ed ('opposite the editorial page') writing techniques;
• a London Leadership Forum at the end of the academic year;
• engagement in the Institute for Strategic Dialogue's projects and conferences;
• organisation of an annual Weidenfeld Debate; and
• numerous networking opportunities throughout the year.

Method of Application
Apply for this scholarship at the same time as you apply to study at Oxford by selecting Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarship and Leadership Programme in the Funding section of the University's graduate application form and submit your application for graduate study by the relevant January deadline for your course.

You must also complete a Weidenfeld Scholarships Questionnaire (see official website via link below) and upload it, together with your graduate application form, by the deadline, in order for your application to be complete.

If you do not apply in full by the deadline, you will not be considered for this scholarship, even if you have selected the Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarship and Leadership Programme on the graduate application form.

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

DEADLINES:
You must apply by the January deadline for your course - 23 January 2015.

PLEASE NOTE:
If you do not apply in full by the deadline, you will not be considered for the scholarship, even if you have selected Weidenfeld Scholarships and Leadership Programme on the Graduate Application Form.

To be eligible for consideration for this scholarship, you must be successful in being offered a place on your course after consideration of applications received by the relevant January deadline for the course.

Launched in 2007, The Weidenfeld Scholarships and Leadership Programme cultivates the leaders of tomorrow from transition and emerging economies by providing outstanding university graduates and young professionals and scholars with the knowledge, skills and international networks necessary to contribute optimally to public life in their countries and regions of origin and to build lasting professional linkages across cultures and continents.

The programme is managed by the Institute for Strategic Dialogue (ISD), a London-based policy organization. The scholarship is tenable only at the University of Oxford.

Application Deadline: 23 January 2015
Open to International students: Yes

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Related: List of Scholarships in UK for International Students

CUD Scholarships Program in Belgium for Developing Countries

CUD Scholarships Program

Course(s) Offered: Several
Course Level: Postgraduate (masters, training)
Provider: CUD, CIUF
Country to Study in: Belgium

Scholarship Description
The University Commission for Development (CUD) provides scholarships every year to international students from developing countries.

The commission implements policies on university cooperation for development, thus providing cutting-edge international trainings and courses for development.

Within the programme for international courses and training programmes, CIUF grants 150 scholarships for participation into the masters courses and 70 for participation into the training programmes. Only applicants originating in developing countries mentioned below, qualify for selection.

Eligibility
The following criteria applies for selection of holders of this scholarship:

1. Only applicants originating in developing countries, qualify for selection. To be eligible, candidates must reside and work in their country at the time of the introduction of the file.
2. ONLY the nationals of the selected countries (see above) are authorized to postulate with the CUD Scholarships.
3. At the beginning of the programme, candidates must be less than 40 years old for courses, and less than 45 years old for training programmes.
4. Candidates must be holders of a degree that is comparable to a Belgian University graduate degree (“licence”). However, for certain programmes different rules of admissibility may be defined, and these are specified hereafter, where appropriate.
5. Candidates must show professional experience of at least two years upon termination of their studies. Where candidates are holders of a postgraduate degree delivered by an university of an industrial country, they must show professional experience of at least three years upon termination of their studies.
6. Candidates must have a good knowledge of written and spoken French; for programmes organised in another language, good knowledge, in writing and speaking, of this language, is required. Moreover, the candidate will be asked to commit himself to study French in order to be able to participate in daily life in Belgium.
7. Candidates are not allowed to apply for more than one programme.

Please note that each Master’s and Training Program has its own eligibility requirements. See link below (under 'Fields of Study') for complete description of each program.

Eligible groups
You MUST be a citizen of one of the following countries:
South Africa, Algeria, Bangladesh, Benin, Bolivia, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, China, Colombia, Ivory Coast, Cuba, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Guatemala, Guinea, Haïti, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Mozambique, Nicaragua, Niger, Uganda, Peru, Philippines, Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda, El Salvador, Senegal, Suriname, Tanzania, Palestinian territories, Vietnam, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

Participating Institutions
Participating institutions are universities and academic institutions in Belgium.

Fields of Study
The list of International Courses and training programs can be found here. They include:

Master’s Programs

• Master in Aquaculture
• Master in Transport Management
• Master in Public Health – Guidance Health and Development
• Master in Science and Environmental Management in Developing Countries
• Master in Management of Animal and Plant Resources in Tropical Environments
• Master in Management of Natural Risks
• Master in Science and Technology of Foods
• Master in Transfusion Medicine
• European Master in Microfinance
• Master in Protecting Tropical and Subtropical Crops
• Master in International Economics and Development
• Master in Development, Environment and Societies
• Master in Public Health Methodology

Training Courses

• Internship in the Use of Information Technologies and Communication in the University Libraries
• Internship in Geographic Information System
• Internship in Management Systems Health Services – economics and resource management / planning (network A) – Management Science and Research in Health Systems (chain B)
• Methodological Stage in Supporting Innovation in Family Agriculture
• Internship in Environment and Sustainable Management of Mineral Resources

Number of awards
Every year, CIUF grants 150 scholarships for the Masters courses and 70 for the training programmes.

Scholarship benefits
Although specific details are not provided, information may be requested from the provider on the value and other inclusions covered in this award.

Method of Application
Application must be carefully completed and returned, ONLY by POST MAIL or EXPRESS MAIL, to CUD before the expiration of the deadline shown below. Note that no acknowledgement of receipt will be provided.

For detailed information on application procedures, see the official How to apply page. You may want to download the 'Application Form For A CIUF Scholarship' AND the 'Admission Form To The University' from the Application Forms webpage of the official website (link to it is below).

DEADLINES:
All applications to CIUF, which should be submitted ONLY by POST MAIL or EXPRESS MAIL, must be received on or before the 12th of February 2014.

PLEASE NOTE:
For enquiries or more information, contact:
Maryvonne AUBRY at maryvonne.aubry@cud.be.

Belgium, officially the Kingdom of Belgium, is a federal monarchy in Western Europe.

Application Deadline: 12 February 2014
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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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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Study In UK: Eni Full Tuition Masters Scholarships for Students from Selected African Countries

Eni Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: Social sciences, Humanities
Course Level: Postgraduate (masters)
Provider: Eni Oil & Gas, St Antony’s College Oxford
Country to Study in: UK

Scholarship Description
Since 2011, St Antony’s College at the University of Oxford, in partnership with the international integrated energy company Eni, has offered students from selected African countries the opportunity to study for a fully funded Master's degree.

This will allow St Antony’s to admit some of the best African students irrespective of means and will add immeasurably to the diverse and intellectual character of the College. This is part of a joint initiative between Eni & St Antony’s College to invest in and strengthen African leadership.

Eligibility
The scholarships are open to applicants who are ordinarily resident in Angola, Ghana, Libya, Mozambique or Nigeria.

Preference will be given to applicants whose first degree is from an African university.

To receive the Scholarship, candidates must satisfy any academic conditions placed by the University on their offers of admission, including providing evidence of their linguistic competence if English is not their first language.

Selection criteria
The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of both academic merit and potential, and financial need. Preference will be given to applicants who have clear ambitions to use their accumulated learning to benefit their home country after graduation.

Consideration will be given to qualified students who can demonstrate that they do not otherwise have the financial means to continue their studies at Oxford.

Eligible groups
Nationals of Angola, Ghana, Libya, Mozambique and Nigeria. The programme aims to appoint one scholar from each country.

Participating Institutions
St Antony’s College, University of Oxford, United Kingdom.
Applicants may be from any African university in Angola, Ghana, Libya, Mozambique or Nigeria.

Fields of study
St Antony’s College specializes in international relations, politics, economics, history and anthropology. Eni Scholars will be drawn from a pool of applicants holding conditional offers of admission to the following one or two year taught Master’s programmes:

1 year Master’s courses

• MSc African Studies
• MSc Economics & Social History
• MSc Economics for Development
• MSc Global Governance & Diplomacy

2 year Master’s courses

• MPhil Development Studies
• MPhil Economic & Social History
• MPhil Economics
• MPhil Modern Middle Eastern Studies
• MPhil International Relations

3 year Doctoral course

• DPhil International Development

Please ensure you meet the requirements for entry to your course, including English language requirements. See the University's course guide for more information.

Number of awards
Five (5) scholarships will be awarded: one winner from each of the countries

Sponsorship duration
The whole duration of the programme - continued funding of any course supported by an Eni Scholarship is subject to satisfactory academic progress and appropriate personal conduct.

If your scholarship is offered for a course lasting more than one year, the continuation of your scholarship each year is subject to an annual renewal process based upon satisfactory academic progress.

Scholarship benefits
100% (fully-funded) of university and college fees, and an annual grant for living costs (the rate was £13,863 for 12 month courses and £10,900 for 9 month courses in 2014/15).

The scholarship also covers one economy return airfare from your home country to the UK at the start and end of your course.

St Antony’s and Eni are equally keen to provide encouragement and where possible, structured incentives for Eni Scholars to continue their studies or find useful employment back in their home country after graduating from Oxford. Discussions about this are on-going and scholars will be informed of relevant contacts and partnerships as they emerge.

Method of Application
In order to be considered for this scholarship:

1. Apply online to the University of Oxford for one of the eligible courses:
   
   • you must submit your application for graduate study by the announced deadline (see below) and
   • you must have secured a conditional or unconditional place on your chosen programme of study by the expected final decision date (20 March 2015).
2. Once you have applied to the University, you must complete the Eni scholarship application form and send it to the Assistant College Registrar.

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

DEADLINES:
Deadline for submission of graduate course application to the University of Oxford is 9 or 23 January 2015 (depending on your course); while deadline for the Eni scholarship application is Friday, 10 March 2015.

PLEASE NOTE:
Scholarship decisions will be communicated to all applicants by email on or before 30 April 2015.

Please note that continued funding of any course supported by an Eni Scholarship is subject to satisfactory academic progress and appropriate personal conduct.

Application Deadline: 10 March 2015
Open to International students: No(ONLY selected African countries)

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Waverley-ORISHA Full Masters Scholarship in UK for International Students from Disadvantaged Backgrounds

Waverley – ORISHA Joint Scholarship

Course(s) Offered: African studies
Course Level: Graduate (masters, PhD)
Provider: Waverley Fund, African Studies Centre
Country to Study in: UK

Scholarship Description
The Waverley Fund, established in 2001, assists academically excellent students from disadvantaged backgrounds who have shown the potential to make a significant contribution in their future careers.

ORISHA (African Humanities Research Fund) is administered by the Scholarships Committee of the African Studies Centre and provides funding for postgraduate study in Africa Studies.

Eligibility
Eligible candidates must ordinarily be residents in sub-Saharan Africa. Applicants must intend to return to their home country at the end of their studies.

Candidates should be applying to start an MSc in African Studies at the University of Oxford.

Selection criteria:
Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of outstanding academic merit.

Please ensure you meet the requirements for entry to your course, including English language requirements. See the Course Guide for more information.

Deferred students are NOT eligible.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries of sub-Saharan Africa

Participating Institutions
African Studies Centre, School of Interdisciplinary Area Studies (SIAS), University of Oxford; United Kingdom

Fields of study
Masters level course in African Studies

Number of awards
One scholarship will be awarded in 2015-15

Sponsorship duration
The awards are made for the full duration of a student’s fee liability for the agreed course.

If your scholarship is offered for a course lasting more than one year, the continuation of your scholarship each year is subject to an annual renewal process based on satisfactory academic progress.

Scholarship benefits
100% of university and college fees, and a grant for living expenses (exact amount to be confirmed) which should be sufficient to cover your costs of accommodation, food, utility bills and general living costs (clothes, books, insurance, networking/socialising etc) in Oxford.

Method of Application
You do not need to actively apply for this scholarship. All eligible candidates who apply for the MSc in African Studies by the application deadline below will be considered.

There is no additional application process for this scholarship; all eligible candidates who apply to Oxford by the deadline will be considered.

If you do not apply as detailed above by the deadline, you will not be considered for this scholarship.

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

DEADLINES:
In order to be considered for this scholarship, you must submit your application for graduate study by 24 January 2014.

PLEASE NOTE:
This scholarship is not open to students with deferred entry.

Applications with an outstanding admissions decision after the deadline date, or applications which are re-evaluated for the later March deadline, are NOT eligible for scholarship consideration.

Applicants who are ‘re-routed’ (accepted onto a different programme of study to the one they originally applied for e.g. transferred from an MSc to a MPhil or from one course to another) should contact the Scholarship Providers as soon as they are notified of the change in order to ensure that their application for a scholarship is maintained on their new programme of study. However, please note that such a change of course may mean that you are no longer eligible for this scholarship.

Decisions are expected to be made in early May 2014. Successful candidates will be notified via email and will receive an award letter. This webpage will be updated as soon as successful candidates have been notified.

The African Studies Centre was launched in October 2004, and attracts extremely high quality graduates. The Centre is a unit of the School of Interdisciplinary Area Studies (SIAS), a department in the Social Sciences Division.

Contact
If you have any questions about this scholarship which are not answered above, please email the Providers through the Ask a Question tool found on the official website (link to it is below), selecting the Funding category.

Application Deadline: 24 January 2014
Open to International students: Yes

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Amsterdam Excellence Scholarships (AES) for International Postgraduate Students

Amsterdam Excellence Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: Any field
Course Level: Graduate (master's)
Provider: University of Amsterdam
Country to Study in: Netherlands

Scholarship Description
The University of Amsterdam (UvA) aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms.

In 2014, a new prestigious scholarship programme, the Amsterdam Excellence Scholarships (AES), will be launched, targeting exceptionally talented Master’s students from outside Europe.

Eligibility
Candidates wishing to apply for an AES programme must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a non-EU/EEA passport and not be eligible for support under the Dutch system of study grants and loans (Studiefinanciering; for more information please refer to www.DUO.nl). The scholarship office should be notified as soon as possible of any change in nationality, type of residence permit, and/or possible Studiefinanciering support throughout the academic year.
• Be (provisionally) admitted to an English-taught Master’s degree programme at the University of Amsterdam which is registered in the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (CROHO; for more information refer to: www.DUO.nl).
  For more information about general application requirements, please consult the individual programme descriptions at www.uva.nl/education for Master’s study programmes taught in English.
• Be (provisionally) admitted to a Master’s programme at the UvA for the first time. AES will not be awarded to candidates who are admitted for a second Master’s programme at the UvA.
• Be able to comply with Dutch visa regulations as indicated by the IND (Dutch Immigration Service).
• Be enrolled at the UvA as a full-time student for the academic year and the programme for which the scholarship is awarded. Scholarship continuation is not guaranteed when a candidate changes his or her Master’s programme.
• The candidate should not receive another scholarship for the same period of study as the AES. Notify the scholarships office when another scholarship has been awarded and accepted.

In addition to the admission requirements of the Master’s programme eligible candidates are selected on the basis of their academic excellence and promise in the proposed field as evidenced by:

• the candidate’s academic records. Students belonging to the top 10% of graduates from their class can apply;
• the academic quality of the educational institute where the undergraduate (or graduate) programme has been obtained;
• at least two letters of reference from academic staff members
• the quality of the letter of motivation (maximum 500 words) in which the candidate explains the reasons for choosing the specific Master’s programme (broader context, relevance for future career);
• a description of extracurricular activities such as participation in student commissions, international experience, sports or music at a high level or volunteer work;
• proof of English proficiency (IELS/TOEFL): TOEFL (internet-based) – overall score of 100 (with a minimum score of 22 in each of the different components), IELTS (academic) – overall score of 7.0 (with at least 7.0 in each of the four components);
• the quality of the application as a whole (completeness, accuracy, consistency).

Selection criteria:
Students from any discipline belonging to the top 10% of graduates from their class may apply. Selection is on the basis of academic excellence, ambition and relevance for a student’s future career.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL non-EU/EEA countries (i.e. Africa, Asia, Middle East, South America, North America, Eastern Europe and other countries)

Participating Institutions
University of Amsterdam (UvA), Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Fields of study
Selected Masters Programme offered in the the following faculties:

• Amsterdam Law School
• Faculty of Economics and Business
• Faculty of Science
• Graduate School of Communication
• Graduate School of Humanities
• Graduate School of Social Sciences

For more information about general application requirements, please consult the individual programme descriptions at www.uva.nl/education for Master’s study programmes taught in English.

Number of awards
The number of AES to be awarded is NOT specified

Sponsorship duration
Successful students receive a scholarship for the official duration of the programme they are enrolled in.

The AES will be for one academic year with the possibility of extension for a second year (for two-year Master’s programmes).

Scholarship benefits
The AES is a full scholarship of €25,000 (covering tuition and living expenses).

Scholarship recipients will join extracurricular activities and become part of a select community.

Method of Application
The AES scholarships are awarded by the faculties and graduate schools themselves, so application procedures vary per faculty/school. Students interested in an Amsterdam Excellence Scholarship may contact the faculty or international school offering the study programme of their choice for more information.

You must have been provisionally admitted to an eligible Masters Degree Programme at the University of Amsterdam before you can be considered for this scholarship.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) and specific faculty websites (see 'Fields of study' above) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

DEADLINES:
The application process for the 2015-2015 academic year opened in November 2013 and the deadline for applications varies per faculty but is either 15 January 2014 or 1 February 2014.

PLEASE NOTE:
Students interested in an AES need to contact the faculty or international school offering the study programme of their choice for more information.

The programme you wish to apply for might set extra requirements such as academic and language requirements. Please see the faculty information on respective faculty websites (see 'Fields of study' above) for more information.

Candidates must be officially accepted into a full-time degree programme at the UvA.

The candidate must not receive a full-coverage scholarship from another organisation for the same period of study as the AES scholarship and must be able to comply with Dutch visa regulations.

The University of Amsterdam or the UvA is a public university located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The University is one of two large, publicly funded research universities in the city, the other being VU University Amsterdam.

Application Deadline: 15 January / 1 February 2014
Open for International Students: Yes

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2015 Switzerland Doctoral Scholarships at UBS Economics Center for International Students

UBS Center Scholarship

Course(s) Offered: Economics
Course Level: Graduate (phd)
Provider: UBS International Center
Country to Study in: Switzerland

Scholarship Description
Every year, the UBS International Center of Economics in Society awards several full scholarships to outstanding international graduates to enable them to take up their doctoral studies at the Zurich Graduate School of Economics.

Zurich Graduate School of Economics is inviting applications for full scholarships for outstanding international graduates to pursue doctoral studies. Scholarships are open to graduates from around the world.

The UBS Center scholarships cover all fees and living expenses for a period of four years, subject to satisfactory completion of course work.

Eligibility
Scholarships are open to graduates from around the world.

They are awarded to candidates on the grounds of outstanding academic merit, and continuing support will be subject to satisfactory completion of course work. While preference may be given to students whose research plans include areas of interest of the UBS International Center of Economics in Society, applications from all areas are welcomed.

Admission to the Zurich Graduate School of Economics is a pre-condition for being considered for a UBS Center Scholarship.

Scholarship holders are free to choose their supervisor and have no mandatory duties beyond the completion of the course work and their doctorate.

Selection criteria:
The scholarships will be awarded on academic merit.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries of the world

Participating Institutions
UBS International Center of Economics in Society, Zurich Graduate School of Economics, University of Zurich; Zürich; Switzerland

Fields of study
Scholarships are provided for pursuing doctoral level studies in any of the courses offered by the Zurich Graduate School of Economics

Number of awards
This will usually depend on availability of funds. For entry in September 2015, three awards will be given.

Sponsorship duration
Award holders are offered scholarships for a period of four years, subject to satisfactory completion of course work

Scholarship benefits
What does it cover?
The UBS Center Scholarships are FULL scholarship awards, and they cover living expenses and all fees. The stipend covering living expenses currently stands at CHF 42’500 per year.

Method of Application
You MUST have been offered a place to be considered for this award. Admission to the Zurich Graduate School of Economics is a pre-condition for being considered for a UBS Center Scholarship.

All applications for admission are done online. Applicants need to apply for admission to the Zurich Graduate School of Economics (see details on the departmental webpage) where they indicate that they are applying for a UBS Center Scholarship. See the online Graduate Recruitment Page.

it is important to visit the official website via link provided below for complete information on how to apply for this award.

DEADLINES:
The scholarship application deadline is January 31, 2015.

PLEASE NOTE:
The UBS International Center of Economics in Society, UBS Center in short, is an Associated Institute at the Department of Economics of the University of Zurich.

It was established in 2012, enabled by a founding donation by the Union Bank of Switzerland (UBS), which the bank made on the occasion of its 150th anniversary. In view of the very generous donation, the university named the UBS Center after its benefactor.

Application Deadline: 31 January 2015
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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WHO Internship Programme (Summer and Winter) for International Students Worldwide

World Health Organization Internship Programmes

Course(s) Offered: Several (health, medicine, social sciences, etc)
Course Level: Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Provider/Employer: WHO
Internship can be taken at: Worldwide (Switzerland, Country offices)

Internship Description
The World Health Organization (WHO) as the leader in global public health issues is committed to building future leaders in public health.

The WHO Internship Programme offers a wide range of opportunities for students to gain insight in the technical and administrative programmes of WHO.

For summer internships, applications are accepted between December 1 - January 30 each year.

Eligibility (who are we looking for?)
To be eligible, the following must apply:

• You are enrolled in a degree programme in a graduate school (second university degree or higher) both at the time of application and during the internship.
• You have completed at least three years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree.
• You are at least 20 years old.
• You possess a first degree in a public health, medical or social field related to the technical work of WHO or a degree in a management-related or administrative field.
• You are fluent in the working language of the office of assignment.

Please note:
Interns must possess a passport of a WHO Member State.

Ineligibility:
Persons related to a WHO staff member, i.e., son/daughter, brother/sister are not eligible for an internship.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ANY country.

Participating Institutions
World Health Organization (WHO) - Headquarters (Geneva) and Regional / Country Offices worldwide

Fields of study
Internships are available in a wide variety of areas related to the technical work of WHO including Medicine, Public Health, Social fields (related to technical work of WHO), Management-related, Administration, etc.

The more specific you can be in your request, the better chances there will be to match you to one of our technical programmes, internships in Geneva, Switzerland.

When you are ready to apply, please select one area within WHO:

• Director-General’s Office,
• Communications,
• Family, Women and Children’s Health,
• General Management,
• Health Security and Environment,
• Health Systems and Services,
• HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases,
• Information, Evidence and Research,
• Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health,
• Polio, Emergencies and Country Collaboration

Visit official website (link to it is below) for more.

Number of awards
Not specified by WHO, but many are awarded every year

Internship duration
The duration of WHO internships is between six (6) weeks to three (3) months. Exceptionally, internships may be extended up to a maximum of twenty-four (24) weeks depending on your degree requirements.

Internship benefits
Internship offers a wide range of opportunities for students to gain insight into the technical and administrative programmes of WHO.

Unfortunately, however, WHO internships are not paid and all costs of travel and accommodation are the responsibility of the intern or the sponsoring institution.

WHO does not charge for internships. If you have any questions about programmes that "facilitate" your obtaining an internship but require the paying of money, please contact the WHO via email below.

Method of Application (How can I apply?)
Application for WHO Internships is Online. Please ensure you are eligible before applying. To commence, WHO invites you to initiate the steps below.

First, you should create a profile in WHO's e-Recruitment system. This includes details regarding your education, current studies, language and computer skills.

You will also need to write a Cover Letter to express your motivation for applying for a WHO Internship (maximum length - three paragraphs).

To apply for internships at WHO headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, please follow the instructions found on the Internship Employment page where you will find further information on WHO programme and advertised WHO Internship opportunities. To start this application, click here.

To apply for internships at one of WHO's regional or country offices, where a limited number of internships may be available, please contact that regional office directly by following the links below:

• WHO African Region
• WHO Region of the Americas
• WHO South-East Asia Region
• WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region
• WHO Western Pacific Region

To apply for Internships in the WHO Regional Office for Europe AND to apply for Internships at the WHO Kobe Centre (WKC), Japan, you must visit the official website below for more details and links.

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

DEADLINES:
Summer application (May to October): To be considered for a summer internship, applications are accepted between December 1 - January 31 each year. Summer internships are usually held between May and October.

Winter application (November to April): To be considered for a winter internship, applications are accepted between August 1 - September 30 each year. Winter internships are usually held between November and April, the following year.

PLEASE NOTE:
Any international student who has completed at least three years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree, OR is enrolled in a degree programme in a graduate school (second university degree or higher) is eligible.

This is NOT a paid internship.

The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) that is concerned with international public health. It was established on 7 April 1948, with its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. WHO is a member of the United Nations Development Group. Its predecessor, the Health Organization, was an agency of the League of Nations.

The constitution of the World Health Organization had been signed by all 61 countries of the United Nations by 22 July 1946, with the first meeting of the World Health Assembly finishing on 24 July 1948.

Since its creation, it has been responsible for playing a leading role in the eradication of smallpox. Its current priorities include communicable diseases, in particular, HIV/AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis; the mitigation of the effects of non-communicable diseases; sexual and reproductive health, development, and aging; nutrition, food security and healthy eating; occupational health; substance abuse; and drive the development of reporting, publications, and networking.

WHO is responsible for the World Health Report, a leading international publication on health, the worldwide World Health Survey, and World Health Day (7th-April of every Year).

Contact
The World Health Organization receives a very large number of applications each year. Please review the Frequently Asked Questions, found on the official website (link to it is below) if you have questions concerning the WHO Internship Programme.

If you have additional questions, or in doubt on any issue, please use the email below:
interns@who.int

Application Deadline: 31 January / 30 September 2015
Open for International Students: Yes

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Leiden University Excellence Scholarships for International Non-European Students

Leiden University Excellence (LExS) Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: All fields
Course Level: Postgraduate (masters)
Provider: Leiden University
Country to Study in: Netherlands

Scholarship Description
The Leiden University Excellence Scholarship programme (LExS) is offered for excellent Non-EU/EEA students enrolling in a Leiden University master’s degree programme.

Also, it is for excellent students from all nationalities enrolling in a Master of Law Advanced Programme or MSc in International Relations and Diplomacy.

Eligibility
The scholarship is for:

• Non-EU/EEA students enrolling in a Leiden University master’s degree programme starting February 2015 or September 2015 (All MA, MSc and LL.M programmes as mentioned on the website Master’s programmes in Leiden - see below).
• All nationalities enrolling in the programmes listed below starting February 2015 or September 2015.

Additional requirements:

1. In his or her prior academic education abroad, the applicant must have achieved excellent study results which are relevant for the programme for which the student wishes to enroll. As an indication, the student will be among the top 10% for the relevant programme followed abroad
2. The applicant will hold a non-EU/EEA passport and will not be eligible for support under the Dutch system of study grants and loans ("Studiefinanciering"; more information)
3. Scholarships will not be awarded to applicants who have already obtained a Leiden University master’s degree
4. Students who are granted a Leiden Excellence Scholarship must comply with and confirm in writing their agreement with the terms and conditions attached to the scholarship prior to the granting of the scholarship.

Selection Criteria:
The Faculty selection committee will review the applications. Students are selected on the basis of academic merit.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries (both non-EU/EEA and other nations)

Participating Institution(s)
Leiden University, The Netherlands

Fields of study
The courses offered under this program include:

1. For Non EU/EEA students: All masters (MA, MSc and LL.M) programmes offered by Leiden University (a number of programmes have a start date in September only); and
2. For All nationalities enrolling in February 2015 or September 2015 (programs listed below have a September start date only, with the exception of Adv. Studies in Air & Space Law):
   
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in Air & Space Law
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in European & International Business Law
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in International Tax Law
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in Public International Law
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in International Civil & Commercial Law
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in Law & Digital Technologies
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in European Tax Law
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in European & International Human Rights Law
   • MSc in International Relations & Diplomacy

Number of Awards
The number and type of award of the scholarship (see below for the types offered) depends on the budget available for each Faculty department. The type of award has no reflection on the students' academic level of excellence.

Sponsorship duration
Scholarship will last for the whole duration of the masters programme. Note that the maximum study period is 12 months for the 1-year masters programmes or 24 months for the 2-year masters programmes.

Scholarship benefits
The LExS Scholarship programme has these types of awards:

• Platinum- Covers the tuition fee minus the home fee* and an allowance of €10,000 for living costs
• Gold- Covers the tuition fee minus the home fee*
• Silver- Covers 75% of the tuition fee
• Bronze- Covers 50% of the tuition fee
• Ivory- Covers 25 % of the tuition fee

* The tuition fee will be reduced to the amount of the home fee. Students who have been awarded a Platinum or Gold award still have to pay the home fee themselves.

Method of Application
The student is responsible for submitting a complete application on or before the deadline dates below. Leiden University cannot be held responsible for late and/or incomplete applications.

To apply for the scholarship, you should write a letter of motivation (in Word) of a maximum of 500 words, in which you indicate why you believe you should be considered for this scholarship. The Word document should then be attached on the scholarship page in your online application for the master's programmes for which you are applying.

It is possible to submit applications for more scholarship programmes simultaneously. However, it is not possible to obtain more than 1 scholarship from Leiden University for the same study programme.

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

DEADLINES:
The following deadlines apply: 1 February 2015 for all programmes (except Law programmes) starting in September 2015; 1 March 2015 for all Law programmes starting in September 2015; AND 1 October 2015 for all programmes starting in February 2016.

PLEASE NOTE:
Students should be aware that the LExS is not a full scholarship. It is necessary to find additional funding to be able to finance their study and stay completely.

Leiden University advises a budget, not including the tuition fee, of approx. €12,000 to €15,000 per year to cover the costs for rent, insurance, living expenses, course books and local transportation.

All LExS applicants will be informed by the scholarship department of Student Educational Affairs: Mid November 2014 for the February 2015 intake; End of April 2015 for September 2015 intake AND Mid May 2015 for the September 2015 intake for all Law programmes.

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

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Utrecht Excellence Scholarships for non-European International Students Worldwide

Utrecht Excellence Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: Several fields
Course Level: Undergraduate (bachelors); Postgraduate (masters)
Provider: Utrecht Excellence Scholarship Fund
Country to Study in: Netherlands

Scholarship Description
Each year, the Utrecht Excellence Scholarship offers a number of highly talented prospective students, from non-EU/EEA countries, the opportunity to pursue a degree in a selected number of fields at Utrecht University.

The funds for the scholarships come from the Utrecht Excellence Scholarship Fund, established by Utrecht University and from contributions by Utrecht University alumni.

Eligibility
The scholarship programme is highly selective. Only candidates showing the highest achievement and promise may receive a scholarship.

The applicant must meet the eligibility criteria in order to be considered for this scholarship. The applicant should:

1. Not have the Dutch or an EU/EEA nationality;
2. Hold a non-Dutch secondary school diploma;
3. Have been admitted to an International Master’s programme within one of the Graduate Schools mentioned above, the Bachelor’s programme in Economics and Business Economics or to University College Utrecht;
4. Hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree (for a Master’s programme) or secondary school diploma (for a Bachelor’s programme), or an equivalent thereof;
5. Be able to comply with the conditions to obtain a Dutch visa;

Failure to meet one or more of these criteria automatically means the student is not eligible for this scholarship.

Selection criteria:
Eligible candidates are selected for a scholarship on the basis of the following criteria:

1. Their academic excellence and promise in the proposed field of study;
2. The academic quality and results of the preceding education, as evidenced, for example, by grades, test scores, publications, letters of recommendation;
3. The quality and relevance of the motivation letter (academic content, intercultural and communication skills, personal motivation);
4. The quality and feasibility of the financial plan in the application;
5. The quality of the application itself (completeness, accuracy, consistency).

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL non-EU/EEA countries

Participating Institution(s)
Utrecht University; The Netherlands

Fields of study
International Bachelor’s programmes:

• Economics and Business Economics
• Liberal Arts & Sciences at University College Utrecht

International Master’s programmes offered by the following Graduate Schools:

• Graduate School of Geosciences
• Graduate School of Humanities
• Graduate School of Law, Economics and Governance
• Graduate School of Life Sciences
• Graduate School of Natural Sciences
• Graduate School of Social and Behavioural Sciences

NOTE that master's programmes that are not state-funded (i.e privately funded) are not eligible.

Number of awards
Approximately 55 scholarships are awarded each year.

Sponsorship duration
Selected students receive a scholarship for the duration of the degree programme, which is a maximum of two years for a Master's degree and three years for a Bachelor’s degree.

The scholarship will only be renewed for the second (and third) year if the student is making satisfactory progress towards the degree.

Scholarship benefits
Selected students are awarded a scholarship that covers the tuition fee and € 10 000 living expenses per year. However, students should be aware that the grant is not necessarily a full scholarship, and that it may be necessary to find additional funding to be able to finance study and stay completely.

As one of the requirements for being granted a residence permit in the Netherlands, students from abroad must prove to the IND (Immigration and Naturalisation Office) that they have sufficient financial means.

Method of Application
IMPORTANT: You are to apply to the program of study of your interest to be considered for this award. It is NOT possible to apply directly to the Utrecht Excellence Scholarship.

The selection committee of the programme will review the application files for possible nominees, and select eligible candidates on the basis of the selection criteria mentioned above. The selected candidates will be offered an Utrecht Excellence Scholarship at the latest in May.

Please note that students starting their programme in February are not eligible for the Utrecht Excellence Scholarships. To apply for admission into the school, click here.

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

DEADLINES:
Prospective Bachelor's students in Economics and Business Economics who wish to be considered for the scholarship should apply for admission before 1 April every year.

Prospective Master's students who wish to be considered for the scholarship should apply for admission before 1 December every year.

PLEASE NOTE:
The selected candidates will be offered a Utrecht Excellence Scholarship in May of the academic year.

Application Deadline: 1 April / 1 December 2015
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Related: List of Scholarships in Netherlands for International Students