HBIGS Germany Admissions 2015

The Hartmut Hoffmann-Berling International Graduate School of Molecular and Cellular Biology (HBIGS) was founded in October 2007. The vision of the Graduate School is to attract the best and brightest doctoral researchers from around the world to pursue doctoral studies at Heidelberg University by offering excellent research opportunities and comprehensive academic and complementary training in a vibrant and stimulating scientific environment.

Application and Admission

Qualified applicants are invited to submit applications throughout the whole year. Admission rounds will take place once every month and are scheduled for 28 May, 9 July, 10 Sep 2015.

All applicants to HBIGS have to submit their application before (!) the start of their PhD project. Students who have already started their PhD project in the research group of an HBIGS PI are not eligible to apply (The starting date of your PhD is usually identical to the starting date of your contract).

Students who wish to become a member of HBIGS may apply via one of two tracks:

1. The Fast Track

The Fast Track is only (!) to be used by MSc students of Heidelberg University
â€" who are enrolled either in the Molecular Biosciences or Molecular Biotechnology program and
â€" who are already accepted as a prospective PhD student by a member of the HBIGS faculty.
Applicants who will continue their PhD thesis in the lab where the MSc thesis was done are to apply to HBIGSbefore finishing the MSc thesis (the MSc thesis is finished with the passing of the oral defense).

-> Read Application & Admission Requirements for the Fast Track

All other applicants are invited to apply via the Regular Track.

2. The Regular Track

The Regular Track is to be used by:

a) Applicants who are not yet accepted as prospective PhD student by a member of the HBIGS faculty. These students â€" either coming from Heidelberg University or from outside Heidelberg â€" are invited to submit their applications to advertised PhD positions and/or to submit an unsolicited application.

Applications to advertised PhD projects
Students may apply to up to three advertised PhD positions within the deadlines set for the respective projects. Students applying to advertised PhD positions are expected to receive their final degree before the start of the respective PhD projects.
Please note that projects are removed from the website even before the deadline is reached when an appropriate applicant is found. We, therefore, recommend to apply as early as possible to announced projects.
-> Read advertised PhD projects

Unsolicited applications
Students who do not find an advertised research project of their interest but have a general interest in a research area or a research group may submit an unsolicited application. Accordingly, a pool of applicants is generated whose applications will be kept for up to 6 months, with the possibility of reiterate extension if no match between an applicant and a principal investigator is found in due time.

b) Applicants who
â€" did not obtain their final degree at Heidelberg University or
â€" obtained their final degree at Heidelberg University (except MSc Fast track)
and who are already accepted as prospective PhD student in the research group of an HBIGS faculty member. Diploma students from Heidelberg university who will continue their PhD project in the lab where the Diploma thesis was done are requested to submit their application to HBIGS before the date of graduation (the date of graduation is given on the Diploma certificate).

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Vitamin Scholarships at Dalhousie University in Canada, 2015

Dalhousie University is offering Vitamin Scholarships. Masters and Doctoral students with a first class average who intend to pursue studies and research related to vitamins and vitamin-related products are eligible to apply. Scholarship is offered for one year only, while doctoral level scholarships may be renewed for one additional year. The Award is valued at $19,000 (Masters) and $21,000 (Doctoral) for a twelve-month academic year. The application deadline is June 8th, 2015

Study Subject(s): Related to vitamins and vitamin-related products.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing Masters level and doctoral level at Dalhousie University in Canada.
Scholarship Provider: Dalhousie University
Scholarship can be taken at: Canada

Eligibility: Thesis Master’s and Doctoral students with a first class average who are pursuing studies and research related to vitamins and vitamin-related products are eligible to apply.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Scholarship is available only for Canadian students.

Scholarship Description: The Vitamin Scholarship was established for activities related to vitamin products (including vitamins A, B1, B2 B3, B4, B5, B6 B8, B9, B12, C, E, H, beta carotene, canthazanthin, methionine, and products containing or derived from vitamins, including animals that consumed vitamins) such as food and nutritional research or education, food related programs, and/or consumer services or consumer protection activities.

Duration of award(s): Masters level scholarships will be for one year only, while doctoral level scholarships may be renewed for one additional year.

What does it cover? The Award is valued at $19,000 (Masters) and $21,000 (Doctoral) for a twelve-month.

Selection criteria: The general Dalhousie Graduate Award Rules are applied.

How to Apply: Application should be send by email as well as by post.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is June 8th, 2015.

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

UAE Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research Internal & Abroad Scholarship Program, 2015-2016

Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research, UAE is accepting applications for its scholarship programs. It is offering study abroad program for bachelor and graduate studies and internal scholarship program for graduate students. These scholarships are provided UAE students. The Ministry notes that accepting the national students of high school graduates in the public and private higher education institutions and for external scholarships is considered an initial acceptance until the announcement of the names of candidates for the national service. There is a Provision of health insurance and treatment for the scholarship students.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are offered in the subjects offered in private higher education institutions.
Course Level: Study abroad program is offered for bachelor and graduate studies and internal scholarship program for graduate students.
Scholarship Provider: Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research, UAE
Scholarship can be taken at: UAE and Abroad

Eligibility: -obtain 90% or above (High School), and get a very good rate (in other stages)
â€" score of 150 or above in the CEPA Exam (High School)
â€" Academic Acceptance (unconditional)
â€" score of 6 in the IELTS exam or its equivalent in the other language exams
â€" Study leave with or without payment â€" its duration- specialty, for employees
â€" Report on the extent of accreditation of the course by the Certificate Equivalency Department
â€" The student must sign the scholarship contract.

Scholarship Open for International Students: These scholarships are provided UAE students.

Scholarship Description: The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research was established by 1992 Federal Law No. (4), with a view to oversee higher education and scientific research policies in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Provision of health insurance and treatment for the scholarship students. The Ministry notes that accepting the national students of high school graduates in the public and private higher education institutions and for external scholarships is considered an initial acceptance until the announcement of the names of candidates for the national service.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): Not Known

What does it cover? There is a Provision of health insurance and treatment for the scholarship students. Issuance of flight ticket for the scholarship student to the country of study

Selection criteria: The scholarships will be awarded to blind students.

How to Apply: Applications should be submitted online. Filling out the registration form on the website or through the Scholarship Students Portal â€" Copy of valid passport â€" A copy of Family Book â€" A copy of ID card â€" Personal photo â€" A copy of the previous qualification (certificate and transcript) attested in case of being obtained from private institutions within the State, or equalized in case of being obtained from out of State â€" Academic Acceptance (unconditional) â€" TOEFL or IELTS â€" Study leave with or without payment â€" its duration â€" specialty, for employees â€" Report on the extent of accreditation of the course by the Ministry’s Certificate Equivalency Department.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 2nd July 2015.

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

JCC Investigational New Drug Fellowship in Medical Oncology, Canada, 2015

The Juravinski Cancer Centre awards a 1-2 year Investigational New Drug Fellowship in Medical Oncology. These studies have involved the full-spectrum of initial phase I studies to determine maximum tolerated dose, as well as subsequent phase II and III efficacy studies. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be considered first for these positions. The salary for the fellowship will be at the PGY6 level. The fellow will be expected to write an abstract/manuscript for any publications arising from protocols in which a major role was played.

Study Subject(s): Fellowship is awarded in the area of Medical Oncology. The areas of focus for early phase drug development at the JCC include: targeting cell signalling resulting in the malignant phenotype, interrupting processes involved in invasion and metastasis, immunomodulation and immunotherapeutic approaches.
Course Level: This is a one or two year fellowship program.
Scholarship Provider: The Juravinski Cancer Centre, Canada
Scholarship can be taken at: Canada

Eligibility: Applicants must have completed specialty in Medical Oncology and have CPSO licensing to practice in the Province of Ontario. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be considered first for these positions. McMaster University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, members of sexual minorities and persons with disabilities.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Both Canadian and international applicants are eligible to apply for this fellowship. However, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be considered first for these positions.

Scholarship Description: The Department of Oncology located at the Juravinski Cancer Centre is offering a 1-2 year Investigational New Drug (IND) Fellowship. The Juravinski Cancer Centre (JCC) in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada is one of the five largest cancer centres in North America, and has evolved to become one of the leading Canadian centres in the study of Investigational New Drugs (IND). In addition to being the top accruer to IND studies to the National Institute of Canada Clinical Trials Group (NCIC-CTG) over the past five years, the centre has also been actively involved with industry-sponsored IND studies.

Number of award(s): One fellowship is available.

Duration of award(s): Fellowship is awarded for 1 to 2 year.

What does it cover? The salary for the fellowship will be at the PGY6 level. The fellow will be expected to write an abstract/manuscript for any publications arising from protocols in which a major role was played. The fellow will be funded for travel to one national and one international meeting annually to present the results on the trials in which there was major involvement.

Selection Criteria: Not Known

Notification: Invitations for interviews will be given to selected applicants. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

How to Apply: Application Requirements:
-Must have completed specialty in Medical Oncology
-CPSO licensing to practice in the Province of Ontario
-Curriculum vitae â€" include information on teaching and research positions, list of publications, certificates, awards, scholarships, memberships, etc
-Three appropriate professional letters of reference, one from the Residency Program Director
-Covering letter outlining personal learning goals and preliminary thoughts for development of a research/clinical project -Medical School transcripts.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is July 1, 2015.

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

Maria Rosa Culell Scholarships for Excellence in Spain, 2015-2016

Applications are invited for Maria Rosa Culell Scholarships for Excellence at St. Peter’s School. Scholarships are available to study PreU-1 and PreU-2 (1st and 2nd Bachilerato). To be eligible for these scholarships, applicants will have finished 4th ESO during the 2014-15 school year and show academic promise and have an excellent GPA (grade point average) in 3rd and 4th ESO endorsed by a personal portfolio. The application deadline is 30th May, 2015.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded for studying the subjects offered by the St. Peter’s School.
Course Level: Scholarships are available to study PreU-1 and PreU-2 (1st and 2nd Bachilerato) at St. Peter’s School.
Scholarship Provider: St. Peter’s School, Spain
Scholarship can be taken at: Spain

Eligibility: To be eligible for one of the two scholarships St. Peter’s School is offering this year, applicants will:
-have finished 4th ESO during the 2014-15 school year.
-show academic promise and have an excellent GPA (grade point average) in 3rd and 4th ESO endorsed by a personal portfolio.
-be able to demonstrate a high level of English (B2).
-be in need of financial support (as demonstrated by the previous year’s tax declaration).

Scholarship Open for International Students: Domestic and international students can apply for these scholarships.

Scholarship Description: Coinciding with St. Peter’s School’s 50th Anniversary, they are pleased to announce the availability of the Maria Rosa Culell Scholarships for Excellence. These grants are merit-based and aim to support those students who have excellent academic and non-academic achievements. They intend to avoid limited resources being an obstacle to completing the two school years of Bachillerato (Pre-U) at St. Peter’s School. Please note that these scholarships are aimed at students who are not yet studying at St. Peter’s. Every school year the grant will bear the name of a former pupil who stood out not only for their academic merits but also for other qualities. Tatiana Sisquella is the first former pupil to be thus honoured by the St. Peter’s Scholarship for Excellence 2015-16.

Number of award(s): There are two scholarships available.

Duration of award(s): Scholarships are awarded for the duration of program. Scholarships will be reassessed each year.

What does it cover? The Scholarship for Excellence is a grant awarded to two students to study PreU-1 and PreU-2 (1st and 2nd Bachilerato). Therefore, they will attend the whole school year and participate in all academic activities at no cost to them or their families. Fees for external examinations, after school activities, trips or other non academic activities are excluded from the grant.

Selection Criteria: These grants are merit-based and aim to support those students who have excellent academic and non-academic achievements.

Notification: Shortlisted applicants will receive provisional personal notification before 13th June 2015. Once they receive this notification, they must submit their academic records including the final grades for 4th ESO before 27th June 2015. The Scholarship Committee will announce their final decision before 30^th June 2015 on St. Peter’s School’s website.

How to Apply: Applicants must submit the following documentation before the 30th May 2015 to St. Peter’s School Main Office in person or by registered mail:
-Completed application form.
-Academic records of their ESO studies to the date of the application.
-Letter of reference from the head teacher, tutor or a specialised teacher of the school where they have studied ESO.
-Copy of the tax declaration for the previous year or a certificate of annual income.

Application Form

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 30th May, 2015.

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

Macquarie University Refugee Scholarship in Australia, 2015

The Macquarie University awards Refugee scholarship to students who demonstrate financial need. Two scholarships will be offered each year to students from refugee backgrounds. Scholarship of $5086 per year for up to four years (value indexed each year) will be awarded. Applicants must be intending to study full time internally. A full time waiver can be granted in instances where the applicant can demonstrate a need to study part time (career responsibilities, long term medical condition, employment demands). The application deadline is 12 June.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded in all subjects offered by the university.
Course Level: Scholarships are available to pursue undergraduate programme.
Scholarship Provider: Macquarie University, Sydney Australia
Scholarship can be taken at: Australia

Eligibility:
-demonstrate financial need;
-have arrived in Australia with a recognised Commonwealth Government humanitarian visa subclass;
-consideration is also given to applicants who, in addition, can demonstrate: sole parent or career responsibilities; English language difficulty; effects of trauma and/or abuse; long-term medical condition or disability; coming from a rural or remote area.
-Be successful in obtaining an offer to Macquarie University through either UAC or a direct Macquarie admission scheme.
-Be intending to study full time internally. A full time waiver can be granted in instances where the applicant can demonstrate a need to study part time (career responsibilities, long term medical condition, employment demands).

Scholarship Open for International Students: Students from a refugee background are eligible to apply for these scholarships.

Scholarship Description: Macquarie University recognises the particular financial and other support needs of students from a refugee background. Two scholarships will be offered each year to students from refugee backgrounds. These scholarships complement the University’s Refugee Mentoring Program, which aims to raise aspirations towards tertiary study among refugee children.

Number of award(s): Two scholarships will be offered each year to students from refugee backgrounds.

Duration of award(s): The scholarships are awarded for up to four years.

What does it cover? Scholarship of $5086 per year for up to four years (value indexed each year).

Selection Criteria: Selection will be based on financial need.

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: The mode of application is online.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 12 June.

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

Sir Robert Menzies Memorial Scholarships in Engineering, 2016

Applications are invited for Sir Robert Menzies Memorial scholarship from Australians students. These scholarships are available for postgraduate study in engineering at a prestigious overseas university. The scholarship will be awarded in September 2015 and taken up no later than October 2016. The award will be tenable for either one, two or three academic years. The application deadline is 31 July, 2015.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded in the field of engineering.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing postgraduate study at a prestigious overseas university.
Scholarship Provider: Sir Robert Menzies Memorial Foundation
Scholarship can be taken at: Abroad

Eligibility:
-Candidates must be Australian citizens, have been resident in Australia for at least five of the last ten years, and be available for interview in Melbourne at the time of selection in mid-September 2015.
-At the time of application, candidates must have an engineering degree, with an academic record that is equivalent to a First Class Honours Degree in a recognised Bachelor of Engineering course, or to a Master of Engineering degree with distinction, normally from an Australian university. It is expected that candidates will be eligible for membership of Engineers Australia at the level of professional engineer.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Australian students can apply for these scholarships.

Scholarship Description: The Sir Robert Menzies Memorial Foundation, a registered charity in Australia, is offering to Australians an overseas post-graduate scholarship in engineering to be awarded in September 2015 and taken up no later than October 2016. Menzies scholarships are awarded in memory of the Right Honourable Sir Robert Menzies, KT AK CH QC, Prime Minister of Australia from 1939 to 1941 and from 1949 to 1966.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): The award will be tenable for either one, two or three academic years. Each award will be made on the understanding that it will be continued for the period for which it is granted, subject to the scholar’s satisfactory progress and conduct. Scholars will be required to provide a written report on their study each six months to the Menzies Foundation.

What does it cover?
Emoluments: The scholarship provides emoluments up to AU$75,000 per annum to meet compulsory university fees and charges and to contribute towards the cost of books, equipment, living and travel. Emoluments are not subject to income tax in the United Kingdom; taxation arrangements in other jurisdictions may differ.
University and other expenses: Tuition fees or a research grant equivalent, examination and other compulsory fees â€" subject to approval by the Foundation; A grant of A$200 towards the typing and binding of a thesis if required.
-Personal Living Allowance: Allowances will be determined by the Foundation to suit local circumstances in the country of study; As a guide, current allowances in the UK are £12,750 (if enrolled at a university outside London) and £14,750 (if enrolled at a London university) per annum, payable in three installments.
-Travel: An economy airfare from Australia to the country of study; A similar airfare to return to Australia, provided the scholar returns within twelve months of completing the course of study specified in the letter of award.

Selection Criteria: So that Australia may benefit from the experience and knowledge gained, candidates will be asked to indicate the career they hope to follow on return to Australia. The Selection Committee will seek individuals who are likely to attain prominence in Australia and, in their subsequent careers, make a contribution to international relations and understanding. The Selection Committee will take account of the proposed course of study, the academic achievement of the candidate, and also those qualities which Sir Robert Menzies held in high esteem. The qualities sought include:
-Academic excellence
-Leadership, both proven and potential
-Interest and experience in the service of others
-Extra-curricular activities and interests
-Ability to contribute to the life of the university

Notification: Awards will be made following consideration of a short list of candidates who will be interviewed in Victoria in mid-September by representatives of the Sir Robert Menzies Memorial Foundation, the Menzies Memorial Scholars’ Association and the Australian Government. An offer of award will normally be made within 24 hours of interview. A formal acceptance is required within 48 hours of offer, failing which the offer will lapse.

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.

Online Applications

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31 July, 2015.

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

Macquarie University South Asia Scholarship in Australia, 2015

Macquarie University is awarding South Asia Scholarship for Indian or Sri Lankan students. Scholarship will provide AU$6000 to each successful student, which will be applied equally towards their tuition fee over first three sessions of studies. The South Asia Scholarship is a single scholarship and not available to be renewed. These scholarships are available to all coursework applicants who meet all the conditions of the scholarship and accept their offer and pay fees by the nominated deadline.

Study Subject(s): Scholarship is awarded in all subjects available at the Macquarie University.
Course Level: Scholarship is available for a coursework degree program that is longer than two sessions in duration at the Macquarie University.
Scholarship Provider: Macquarie University, Australia
Scholarship can be taken at: Australia

Eligibility:
-Have citizenship from either India or Sri Lanka.
-Have met the Macquarie University’s academic and English requirements for the course and hold a full offer of admission by the application deadline for studies at our North Ryde campus.
-Have applied for a program that is longer than two sessions in duration.
-Have applied for a coursework degree which has a full-time study load.
-Commence study in the semester and year indicated in their offer of scholarship. Commencement may not be deferred.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Students from India or Sri Lanka can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description: This scholarship scheme awards up to AU$6000 towards the total tuition fee of your degree in Australia upon the early acceptance of your offer to study. As an Indian or Sri Lankan student, you could be eligible for one of the South Asia Scholarships which will be offered from June 2015. These scholarships are available to all coursework applicants who meet all the conditions of the scholarship and accept their offer and pay fees by the nominated deadline. You don’t need to apply directly for the South Asia Scholarship. If your application has been successful, details of the scholarship will come with your letter of offer. Payment of the scholarship will be spread over the first three sessions of your degree.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): Scholarship is offered for first three sessions of studies.

What does it cover? Under this scholarship, Macquarie University will provide AU$6000 to each successful student, which will be applied equally towards your tuition fee over your first three sessions of studies. The South Asia Scholarship doesn’t provide financial support in the form of a living allowance, cost of visa application, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), airfares, accommodation, conferences or other costs associated with study. This scholarship is not available to students studying at Macquarie City Campus or the Sydney Institute of Business and Technology (SIBT).

Selection Criteria: Not Known

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: You don’t need to apply directly for the South Asia Scholarship. If your application has been successful, details of the scholarship will come with your letter of offer. Payment of the scholarship will be spread over the first three sessions of your degree. Applicants who meet the above criteria will be automatically advised for their eligibility in their Macquarie University course offer letter.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline for all degrees commencing 27 July 2015 is 4 June 2015 and for MBA or Master of Management at MGSM with a commencement date of 21 September 2015is 9 August 2015.

Application Form

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

PESGB MSc Scholarships in Petroleum Geosciences in UK, 2015-2016

Petroleum Exploration Society of Great Britain (PESGB) awards MSc scholarships in petroleum geoscience related fields at a recognised UK university. Scholarships are available for a British or EU Citizen. Student must be a member or have applied for membership of the PESGB. The award will be made to an individual rather than general support to an MSc course. The awardee will be assigned a mentor by the PESGB. The application deadline is 31st May 2015.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded in petroleum geoscience related fields.
Course Level: Scholarships are available to pursue MSc/MRes programmes at a recognised UK university.
Scholarship Provider: Petroleum Exploration Society of Great Britain (PESGB)
Scholarship can be taken at:  UK

Eligibility: To be eligible you must,
-Be a member or have applied for membership of the PESGB
-Fully complete the following form. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
-Be a British or EU Citizen
-Not have accepted any other bursary or grant for the course

Scholarship Open for International Students: Scholarships are available for a British or EU Citizen (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and the UK).

Scholarship Description: PESGB is delighted to be able to support the academic community by awarding MSc scholarships again in 2015. If you have been awarded a provisional place to study for a Master of Science or Master of Research degree at a recognised UK university, then you may be eligible for a partial or full bursary from the PESGB. In order to apply for a scholarship, you will need to be a member of the PESGB.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): Awards will be made in three parts corresponding to the university semesters. The first award will be made in September. Subsequent thirds will only be awarded if the student remains enrolled in the degree course.

What does it cover? Students may be eligible for may be eligible for a partial or full bursary from the PESGB. The PESGB does not provide any funding direct to students to cover subsistence costs. All payments are made direct to the university, not to you. The award will be made to an individual rather than general support to an MSc course. The awardee will be assigned a mentor by the PESGB. This is not intended to replace the supervision provided by the university but rather supplement such supervision by giving the student direct access to an experienced petroleum industry professional.

Selection Criteria: Not Known

Notification: Both successful and unsuccessful applications will be notified by 17thth July 2015.

How to Apply: The 2015 application process is now Live. Please download the form and fill it out, then return it via email or post to the PESGB office. If returning the form by email, please save it as a pdf first. Then return to Benk-at-pesgb.org.uk, for the attention of Ben King. Attach two formal references to support your application, suggestions:
-one from a previous course tutor/department head
-one from the current/prospective course tutor/department head
-any supporting document(s) that will aid your application (e.g. offer letter from University)
-character references are acceptable from someone professional who knows you well
-professional references are especially welcome, e.g. from a supervisor in a part-time job you have undertaken.

Application Form

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31st May 2015.

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

NNI Research Fellowships for International Applicants in Nutrition, 2015

Applications are invited for Nutrition Fellowships to enable the young health professionals from developing countries to access postgraduate training through leading institutions. The duration of the training can last up to 12 months. All institutions offering a training programme in the area of Maternal and/or Child Health and Nutrition are eligible to be a host institution. The application deadline is October 1^st.

Study Subject(s): Fellowships are awarded in the fields of young women’s health, mother and child health and nutrition. 
Course Level: Fellowships are available for postgraduate research training.
Scholarship Provider: The Nestle Nutrition Institute
Scholarship can be taken at: Worldwide (Priority consideration for this prestigious fellowship will be given to candidates in junior positions from emerging countries).

Eligibility:
-Fellowships are available for postgraduate qualifications only.
-Fellow has to be affiliated with an academic/clinical institution
-Potential candidates should submit an application describing their interest in participating in the NNI Pediatric Nutrition Fellowship.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Candidates from anywhere in the world (except USA) can apply for these nutrition fellowships.

Scholarship Description: The Nestle Nutrition Institute offers research grants in the fields of young women’s health, mother and child health and nutrition. They offer these fellowship grants to health professionals from anywhere in the world applying for postgraduate research training. The duration of the training can last up to 12 months. All institutions offering a training programme in the area of Maternal and/or Child Health and Nutrition are eligible to be a host institution.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): Duration of the support for the research training lasts for a maximum of 12 months.

What does it cover? The NNI will cover the fellow’s round trip travel to the host Institution, lodging expenses and a monthly stipend in addition to any host institution fees and some study related expenses up to 40’000 CHF. The amount of 40’000 CHF applies for the longer length projects (12 months). A proportion of this amount will be paid to shorter duration projects. The money will be given to the Host Institution which will disburse it to the fellow. In no case will any money be given directly from the NNI to the fellow.

Selection Criteria: A Panel of members of the NNI Faculty with relevant expertise in a given field will assess all Fellowship applications. The following will apply:
-Priority consideration for this prestigious fellowship will be given to candidates in junior positions from emerging countries.
-The candidates’ history of previous or alternate grants will be taken into consideration.

Notification: Application will be reviewed and applicants informed of the outcome by end of April/November. Successful candidates will be required to start their training within 1 year of being notified of the fellowship award.

How to Apply: Applications should be sent by email to NNI-at-nestle.com or by fax by March1^stor October 1^st. The application form must be accompanied by the following:
-Details of their current level of training,
-Curriculum Vitae,
-A plan of the proposed training/activity clearly indicating its specific outcomes and
-Two letters of recommendation (1 from the institution where the candidate is working and 1 from the host institution).
-Letter stating intent to return to the home country upon completion of the training program.

Application form

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is October 1^st.

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

Academic Excellence Scholarships at University of Lincoln in UK, 2015

University of Lincoln is offering Academic excellence scholarships for Students from Canada, India, Malaysia, Malaysia, Nigeria, Saudi, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam and USA. Scholarships are open for international students to apply by 31^st May 2015 for enrollment in September 2015 onto a variety of Undergraduate and Postgraduate taught and research programmes (excluding MPhil and PhD study). The application deadline is 31^st May, 2015.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded for studying the following programmes: Law, Biotechnology, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, International Business Law, International Business, Accountancy & Finance, Product Design, Design, Marketing, Finance and Politics.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing MSc, LLB (Hons), BEng (Hons), BA (Hons), MA programme at the University of Lincoln.
Scholarship Provider: University of Lincoln
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility:
-Scholarships will only be approved for international students who hold an unconditional firm offer from the University and have paid their deposit for enrollment for the relevant academic year and will be formally recorded on the University Finance System.
-The University reserves the right to seek repayment of any Scholarship payment made in error and/or in excess of the eligible amount.
-The University of Lincoln’s International Bursaries & Scholarships are not valid in conjunction with each other; only one bursary/scholarship per student per programme will be applied.
-To be considered for a Scholarship, students will have to apply by 31st May 2015 for enrollment in September 2015. The application deadline for Global Scholarships can be extended at the discretion of the Director of International. Students applying for a Postgraduate taught programme to commence in January or February 2015, will automatically be considered for a Global Scholarship.
-International students must have a student status of Overseas on the Student Information System.
-International students who enrol on a postgraduate degree (excluding MPhil & PhD study) but do not complete the full course and accept an intermediate award may have their tuition fees reduced on a pro-rata basis accordingly. In such instances, the Scholarship eligibility will also be retrospectively reduced on a pro-rata basis.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Students from Canada, India, Malaysia, Malaysia, Nigeria, Saudi, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam and USA can apply for these scholarships.

Scholarship Description: The University of Lincoln Scholarships for International Students have been established to provide international students with additional financial support, to encourage academic excellence and to help raise the profile of the University of Lincoln, UK, across the Globe. For eligible students, scholarship payments take the form of a reduction in the first year’s tuition fees.

Duration of award(s): Scholarship is awarded for one year.

What does it cover? Academic Excellence Scholarships are are worth 50% of the cost of the first year’s fees for students.

How to Apply: International students applying for a Postgraduate programme to commence in January or February 2015, will automatically be considered for a Global Scholarship.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31^st May, 2015.

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2015 PhD Studentship in Neurodegeneration at Cardiff University, UK

Applications are invited for a PhD studentship in the area of Neurodegeneration for a project on “Unravelling the mechanism by which mutations in transglutaminase 6 cause ataxia” starting from 1-October-15. Applicants for a studentship must have a BSc or Master’s in molecular biosciences or related physical sciences including physics and chemistry. This studentship consists of full UK/EU tuition fees, as well as a Doctoral Stipend matching UK Research Council National Minimum (£14,057 p.a. for 2015/16, updated each year). The application deadline is 18 September 2015.

Study Subject(s): Studentship is awarded in the area of Neurodegeneration for a project on “Unravelling the mechanism by which mutations in transglutaminase 6 cause ataxia”.
Course Level: Studentship is available to pursue PhD research program.
Scholarship Provider: Cardiff University, UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility:
-Residency: Full awards (fees plus maintenance stipend) are open to UK Nationals and EU students without further restrictions.
-Academic criteria: Applicants for a studentship must have a BSc or Master’s in molecular biosciences or related physical sciences including physics and chemistry.

Scholarship Open for International Students: UK/EU applicants are eligible to apply for this PhD studentship.

Scholarship Description: Cerebellar ataxias are a heterogeneous group of neurodegenerative diseases characterized by progressive imbalance and limb movement deficits. A form of adult onset spinocerebellar ataxia (SCA35) has recently been linked to mutations in the transglutaminase 6 (TG6) gene in the Chinese population. Additional mutations have been identified by us in a UK ataxia cohort. Taken together with our demonstration of neuronal expression of TG6 and the presence of autoantibodies to TG6 in immune-mediated ataxia,1,2 this suggests that TG6 plays an important role in neurons involved in motor control and in particular, cerebellar functioning. However, the physiological function of this enzyme remains to be elucidated.

Number of award(s): One PhD studentship is available.

Duration of award(s): The duration of studentship is 4 years.

What does it cover? This studentship consists of full UK/EU tuition fees, as well as a Doctoral Stipend matching UK Research Council National Minimum (£14,057 p.a. for 2015/16, updated each year).

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: In the first instance, you should submit a CV & Covering Letter to AeschlimannDP-at-cardiff.ac.uk with a brief statement regarding the reasons for selecting this project. The successful candidate will then be invited to submit a standard application for Postgraduate Study via the Online Application Service.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 18 September 2015.

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EUR Excellence Scholarship in Netherlands, 2015-2016

Erasmus University Rotterdam is offering Excellence Scholarship for students who have obtained a master’s degree and want to do a full-time master or research master programme. In order to be eligible for a EUR Excellence Scholarship applicant need to be registered for a fulltime master or research master at EUR. Scholarship pay a tuition fee equal to the EEA/EU Students statutory tuition fee (€ 1.951 in 2015/2016) instead of the higher institute tuition fee. The deadline for the application is 31 May 2015.

Study Subject(s): Scholarship is awarded to study the following progrmmes: Erasmus School of Economics, Rotterdam School of Management,  Erasmus University, Faculty of Social Sciences, Erasmus School of Law, Erasmus School of History, Culture and Communication, IBCoM, Faculty of Philosophy, Institute of Health Policy & Management, Erasmus MC and Erasmus University College: Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Course Level: Scholarship is available for pursuing full-time master or research master programme at Erasmus University Rotterdam
Scholarship Provider: Erasmus University Rotterdam
Scholarship can be taken at: Netherlands

Eligibility:
-In order to be eligible for a EUR Excellence Scholarship applicant need to be registered for a fulltime master or research master at EUR (post-initial study programmes are excluded from the scholarship). You have to delay the digital authorization for the tuition fee in Studielink until you have received a letter about the outcome of your application.
-Applicant also need to be admitted to the master programme of your choice. If there are admission requirements or if applicant is not sure, he/she can contact the Education Office of that study programme or faculty and ask for a proof of admission.
-Furthermore you must have graduated cum laude[2] for at least one bachelor or master programme at the Erasmus University Rotterdam and you need to fulfil the nationality criteria for the EEA/EU students statutory fee.

Scholarship Open for International Students: EEA/EU students can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description: If you have already obtained a master’s degree and want to do a full-time master or research master at Erasmus University Rotterdam, you might be eligible for the EUR Excellence Scholarship. Recipients of the EUR Excellence Scholarship pay a tuition fee equal to the EEA/EU students statutory tuition fee (€ 1.951 in 2015/2016) instead of the higher institute tuition fee. In order to apply for the EUR Excellence Scholarship you have to meet the nationality criteria for the statutory fee EEA/EU students and obtained a cum laude bachelor’s or master’s degree at EUR.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): The EUR Excellence Scholarship is applicable to the whole duration of the study programme. The Scholarship cannot be extended beyond the nominal study period.

What does it cover? Recipients of the EUR Excellence Scholarship pay a tuition fee equal to the EEA/EU students statutory tuition fee (€ 1.951 in 2015/2016) instead of the higher institute tuition fee.

Selection Criteria: Not Known

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: Applicant can send their application by e-mail to the coordinator of the EUR Excellence Scholarships. Together with your application you need to send the following documents:
-Motivation letter (please include your reasons for wanting to do the second master programme), maximum 2 pages;
-Curriculum vitae, maximum 2 pages;
â€" (Certified) copies of certificates and transcript of records of higher education that show whether or not you have graduated cum laude for that particular study programme. If you have not yet received your certificate then you need to send a letter from the exam committee which shows that it is expected that you will graduate cum laude;
-Preferably a letter of recommendation from a scientific staff member of Erasmus University Rotterdam
-Proof of admission to the master programme of your choice
-Please make sure your application is complete. Only completed applications which have been submitted in time will be taken into consideration.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for the application is 31 May 2015.

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PhD Research Fellowship in Religious and Moral Education at University of Oslo in Norway, 2015

University of Oslo is inviting applications for a PhD research fellowship in religious and moral education at the Department of Teacher Education and School Research. Positions as research fellows are fixed-term educational posts where the aim is that the research fellow is to complete a doctoral degree (PhD) during the period of employment. The doctoral candidate is expected to participate actively in the organized research training and in the Faculty’s research community. The appointment is made for a period of up to four years (25 % of which is devoted to required duties, usually in the form of teaching activities). The application deadline is 31 May 2015.

Study Subject(s): Fellowship is awarded at the Department of Teacher Education and School Research in the subject area Religious and Moral Education.
Course Level: Fellowship is available for pursuing PhD research program at University of Oslo in Norway.
Scholarship Provider: University of Oslo, Norway
Scholarship can be taken at: Norway

Eligibility: Applicants must satisfy the requirements for admission to the Faculty’s PhD program. This mainly comprises:
-Successful completion of a Master’s degree program or a similar higher education program in the subject of religious and moral education or in a subject area focusing on religion and ethics.
-Minimum B grade or equivalent for the Master’s degree (ECTS grading scale).
-Familiarity with the Norwegian school system and experience in teaching religion and ethics will be considered an asset.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Norwegian and international applicants can apply for this PhD research fellowship.

Scholarship Description: A position as research fellow is vacant at the Department of Teacher Education and School Research in the subject area Religious and Moral Education (In Norwegian: “religion og etikk fagdidaktikk”). Religious and moral education is a complex research area that comprises knowledge from several subjects (religion, theology, philosophy, and ethics) in addition to perspectives from educational and social science. In the Norwegian state run school system, religious and moral education is taught in two compulsory, secular, pluralistic subjects, one named Religion, Philosophies of Life and Ethics (RLE) at the lower secondary level, and another named Religion and Ethics (RE) at the upper secondary level. This is the context in which a research fellow is to investigate educational issues relevant for the teaching and learning in religious and moral education.

Number of award(s): There is one PhD research fellowship is available.

Duration of award(s): The appointment is made for a period of up to four years (25 % of which is devoted to required duties, usually in the form of teaching activities).

What does it cover? Fellowship includes:
-Salary in line with pay grades 50 â€" 57 (NOK 429 700 â€" 482 800,- per annum). Research fellows are normally allocated pay grade 50 on appointment.
-A positive and challenging working environment
-Pension arrangements in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
-A position in an inclusive working life enterprise
-Attractive welfare arrangements
-The University of Oslo has an Acquisition of Rights Agreement for all employees for the purpose of securing intellectual property rights to research results etc.

Selection Criteria:In the assessment of applications, emphasis will be put on:
-The applicant’s academic attitude with regard to completing the research training program.
-The quality of the project description; the description of the research topic, the specific problems to be studied, the choice of scientific theory and method, and a proposed schedule for the study. A project description of 5 â€" 10 pages must be submitted with the application.
-The applicant’s personal suitability and motivation for the post, including his/her ability to collaborate and to form part of a cross-disciplinary academic community.
Other qualifications that meet the objectives which form the basis of this type of post. Good English language skills are required.

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online. The application must be submitted electronically and must include the following:
-Letter of application
-Project description
-Completed application form for admission to the doctoral degree program
-Certified copies of diplomas, grade transcripts and any other testimonials
-In the event of diplomas from other countries: printouts of prospectuses or similar that describe the content and framework of the courses of study on which the application is based.
-Master’s thesis and any other academic works that may be of relevance to the application.
-CV that also includes an overview of any previously published academic/scientific works.
-The application may be written in English or Norwegian.
Applicants from countries outside the Nordic countries where English is not the official language must attach a TOEFL test with a minimum score of 550 unless they have a diploma from a university in an English-speaking country.

Online Application

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31 May 2015.

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African Forest Forum (AFF) Research Fellowships in Africa, 2015

The African Forest Forum (AFF) is awarding research fellowships on assessment of impacts of climate change vulnerability of biophysical and socio-economic systems with particular emphasis on gender responsiveness and critical ecosystems in Africa. Each fellow will receive up to USD 10,000 for research and USD 2,000 to cover cost of travel, subsistence, and accommodation while in the field including supervision. Fellowship research activities should begin no later than 1 July 2015. The applications deadline is 11 May 2015.

Study Subject(s): Research focuses on the impacts of climate change vulnerability of biophysical and socio-economic systems with particular emphasis on gender responsiveness and critical ecosystems.
Course Level: Fellowships are awarded for pursuing postgraduate research.
Scholarship Provider: The African Forest Forum (AFF)
Scholarship can be taken at: Africa

Eligibility:
General eligibility criteria
-Be a citizen of an African nation.
-Proposed fellowship project and activities must be clearly related to, and likely to advance impacts of climate change vulnerability of biophysical and socio-economic systems with particular emphasis on gender responsiveness and critical ecosystems in Africa within the selected broad areas.
-All application materials must be complete and received by the AFF Secretariat on or before the application deadline.
-All applicants must be supervised by a faculty member with expertise in the broad area of focus of the fellowship.
Specific eligibility criteria
-Prospective research fellows must:
-Have a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree plus two or more years of professional experience related to forestry, natural resource management, development studies, climate change and environmental studies.
-Be already enrolled in a university as a graduate student and must have completed the course work for the degree at the time of application.

Scholarship Open for International Students: African citizens can apply for these fellowships.

Scholarship Description: The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. It is an association of individuals who share the quest for and commitment to the sustainable management, use and conservation of the forest and tree resources of Africa for the socio-economic wellbeing of its people and for the stability and improvement of its environment. The purpose of AFF is to provide a platform and create an enabling environment for independent and objective analysis, advocacy and advice on relevant policy and technical issues pertaining to achieving sustainable management, use and conservation of Africa’s forest and tree resources as part of efforts to reduce poverty, promote gender equality, and economic and social development. Through all its programmes and activities, AFF seeks to promote the empowerment of all marginalized groups particularly women who have remained vulnerable to the impacts of climate change and whose representation, priorities and needs are seldom addressed in the forestry sector.

Number of award(s): Research fellowships will be provided to a total of 10 postgraduate students from 10 countries in 2015 who are based in African institutions of higher learning as well as those working in relevant forestry based research institutions to support their Doctoral or Master’s Program at an African university.

Duration of award(s): Not Known

What does it cover? Research fellows will be matched with an African host institution, where they will reside for at least part of their fellowship experience. Each fellow will receive up to USD 10,000 for research and USD 2,000 to cover cost of travel, subsistence, and accommodation while in the field including supervision.

Selection Criteria: All applications that meet the general and specific eligibility criteria will be evaluated against the following criteria:
-Quality of the research proposal, stated objectives and methodology.
-Technical merit of the proposed work.
-Qualifications and capabilities of the applicant to undertake the proposed research work.
-Appropriateness of the proposed budget.
-Appropriateness of proposed host institution and supervisor’s expertise.

Notification: Results of the selection panel will be announced to successful applicants by 8 June 2015.

How to Apply: E-mail the filled form and the supporting documents in an e-mail with the subject line “Research fellowships on assessment of impacts of climate change vulnerability of biophysical and socio-economic systems with particular emphasis on gender responsiveness and critical ecosystems in Africa-Call for proposals” addressed to M.Larwanou-at-cgiar.org and v.oeba-at-cgiar.org. The application package must include:
-An institutional support form or letter that confirms the applicant’s university/college formal endorsement of his or her ability to participate in the research fellowship with the name of a potential main research supervisor indicating his/her willingness to supervise and guide the student research from inception to completion.
-A research proposal description with clearly defined research questions/objectives, methodology on the research area, targeted tasks that can be completed within the fellowship period, and explaining how the supported activities will improve the overall scientific quality of the research and the utility of the research on the impacts of climate change vulnerability of biophysical and socio-economic systems with particular emphasis on gender responsiveness and critical ecosystems. Evidence must be provided that the proposal has been accepted for that level of study by the university/college.
-A budget estimate showing the approximate costs related to each research activity.

Application Form

Scholarship Application Deadline: Applications must be received by the Secretariat before or by 11 May 2015.

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