12 Master's Scholarships 2010/2011 from The University of Edinburgh

Deadline: May 3, 2010

Twelve scholarships are available to UK and EU students who have been accepted at the University of Edinburgh on a full-time Master's degree programme in any subject offered by the University. The scholarships will cover the UK/EU tuition fees up to £5,100 which will be deducted from the tuition fee and will be tenable for one academic year.

Who may Apply:

1. 1The scholarships will be awarded to UK/EU citizens who are accepted for admission on a full-time basis for a postgraduate Master's programme of study at the University of Edinburgh.
2. Applicants should already have been offered a place at the University of Edinburgh and should have firmly accepted that offer or be intending to do so.

Selection Procedure:

A Selection Committee will meet in late May 2010 to select the scholarship holders. All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application in early June 2010.

Application Process:

• Eligible applicants should complete an online scholarship application from.
• Alternatively applicants can request a paper application form from:
  The Scholarships and Student Finance Office
  The University of Edinburgh
  Old College
  South Bridge
  Edinburgh EH8 9YL
  E-mail: scholarships@ed.ac.uk
  Telephone: +44 131 651 4070

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UNESCO/Keizo Obuchi Scholarships 2010 for Developing Countries Students

UNESCO/Keizo Obuchi (Japan) Co-Sponsored Research Fellowships and Scholarships Programme: 2010 Cycle – With a view to keeping alive and honouring the spirit of former Prime Minister Obuchi and his belief in 'people building the next era', 20 fellowships and scholarships per year, for the ninth year, will be awarded to deserving candidates from UNESCO developing countries, especially the least developed countries (LDCs), who are eager to undertake research based on scholarships' aid on one or more of the topics listed below.
The aim of the fellowships and scholarships' aid is to support innovative and imaginative post-graduate research in the areas of development to which former Prime Minister Obuchi was committed and which coincide with areas of particular interest to UNESCO.
The UNESCO/Keizo Obuchi Research Fellowships and scholarships' Programme funded under a Japan Funds-in-Trust project will aim, in particular, to impact on capacity-building and research activities in the following areas which were of particular importance to Mr Keizo Obuchi: 1. Environment (with particular attention to Water Sciences); 2. Intercultural Dialogue; 3. Information and Communication Technologies; and 4. Peaceful conflict resolution. No other research topics will be considered.

Eligibility

Applicants for these scholarships, a maximum of two from each applying National Commission, must meet the following general criteria:

1. Candidates under this Scholarships' Programme must be post-graduate researchers, already holding either an M.A. or M.Sc. degree (or equivalent) and wishing to pursue research work abroad (preferably in their own region) with a view to enhancing knowledge in one of the four specific fields mentioned in paragraph D.1 below. Thus, those who are in the process of completing their Master’s degree must have completed it PRIOR to taking up their Fellowship.
2. Scholarships' Candidates must be persons of high intellectual promise who may be expected to make significant contributions to their country on return.
3. Candidates must be no more than 40 years of age. Thus, applicants born before 1 January 1970 will not be considered under the Programme.
4. The selected Fellow must carry out the research under the auspices of an academic supervisor in a host institution. Confirmation of acceptance from the academic supervisor is imperative.
5. Priority attention will be given to:
   • Women
   • Candidates from least developed countries (LDCs)
   • Palestinian researchers
6. Candidates of scholarships' recipients must be proficient in reading and writing the language of instruction in the proposed country of study/research.
7. Applicants must be in good health, both physically and mentally.

Click here for more information about the scholarship

Goldsmiths International Postgraduate Scholarship 2010

Deadline: April 1, 2010

There are up to 10 scholarships available to prospective international students studying for a full-time taught Master's programme . The scholarship provides a £5,000 fee waiver and is tenable for one year only.
To be eligible to apply you must have applied for a place on a full-time postgraduate taught degree, have an international fee liability and are self-financing to some extent. You will also need to demonstrate academic excellence and / or significant achievement in your chosen field of study.
Please note that current students are not eligible to apply for this scholarship.

How to apply

You will need to complete an International Postgraduate Scholarship application form (Doc), and return it to:
Bursaries & Scholarships Officer
Student Support RHB 124
Goldsmith, University of London
New Cross
London SE14 6NW
Please note that your application form for a scholarship is processed separately from your application form for admission. You must therefore ensure that you provide COPIES of all relevant transcripts and certificates with the application.

Selection criteria

All applications will be assessed on academic merit only – financial circumstances will not be taken into account.

More information can be foubnd here:
Goldsmiths University of London or University of London

Overseas Scholarships in Music from City University London

The Department of Music at City University London announce a scholarship scheme (a total of four awards) for students beginning their postgraduate studies in Music in 2010-2011.

These scholarships are open to full-time overseas research students (UK/EU students are ineligible) who begin an MPhil-PhD in Music in 2010-2011. The award comprises a £4,000 contribution to overseas tuition fees, renewable for a further 2 years dependent on progress.

Overseas students who wish to study for an MMA-DMA degree (joint with the Guildhall School of Music and Drama) are eligible for an award of £2,000.

Applications will be assessed according to the following criteria:

• Level of achievement at Undergraduate and Master's degrees
• Markers of esteem such as prizes for outstanding work or a publication list, or major performance engagements
• Research excellence or demonstrable research potential

You must complete the application procedure for a research degree in the normal way and, once submitted, must email the Research Administrator at the School of Arts, Amber Burrow-Goldhahn of your intention to be considered for an Overseas Scholarship in Music.

The closing date for receipt of applications: Monday 25 January 2010. The outcome will only be announced after the City University Studentship competition results have been released.

Click here to read full details information

Women in Business Scholarships 2010 from London School of Business & Finance.

LSBF's Women in Business Scholarship is intended as a conduit encouraging more female boardroom leaders who will one day become CEOs and Presidents of the world's most recognizable brands and multinational corporations. The scholarship will be awarded to women who wish to further their career prospects and who can show proof of good academic records and English Language skills.

Eligibility:

If you meet the following criteria, then you may be eligible for the Women in Business Scholarship:

1. You are female.
2. You have an undergraduate degree or above and a proven history of academic and/or professional excellence.
3. You meet the English requirements of the programme they are applying for
4. You are able to prove that you have sufficient funds to pay the remaining course fees.
5. You have already applied for a programme at LSBF.

How to Apply:

For procedure details contact:
Moneesha Imrit
Harriet Clement
on +44 (0)207 823 2303
or email us info@lsbf.org.uk

Click here for more information about the scholarships.

AMERIACN UNIVERSITY NIGERIA SCHOLARSHIP 2010

The American University of Nigeria is new. It was founded by the Vice President of Nigeria, Abubakar Atiku, in partnership with the American University in Washington, DC, and with a group of prominent Nigerians interested in creating a world-class, American-style University in Nigeria. The goal of AUN is not only to have the finest campus facilities, but to offer the highest quality academic programs in West Africa. The University, located in Yola, Adamawa State, welcomed its first class to the University on September 9, 2005.

Scholarships

American University of Nigeria is offering a limited number of full and partial scholarships to students with exceptional SSCE and JAMB results, excellent transcripts and strong letters of recommendation.

Students interested in applying for a scholarship should first submit their application for admissions along with all supplementary materials. Then, after they have received their acceptance letter, they should write back to the Admissions Office to request that their file be considered for scholarship.

The Admissions Office will forward their file to the Scholarship Committee and inform them of the committee's decision.

ANU Admissions and Further Information

UK Postgraduate Scholarships for Nigerians

The list below itemised eligible UK Postgraduate Scholarships for Nigerians and other international students at University of Aberdeen, UK and some other Universities in UK.

Please note that information below is specific to University of Aberdeen, UK. 

Some other lists will still be provided about scholarships for studying in United Kingdom. Please watch out!

Commonwealth Scholarships
Commonwealth Scholarships are awarded to students from countries of the British Commonwealth. Applications should be made to the Commonwealth Scholarship Agency in the student's own country.

CB Davidson Fund
The CB Davidson fund provides limited financial support for Postgraduate students within the School of Law.

Royal Historical Society
The Royal Historical Society disburses money to history postgraduate students (including church history)

Aberdeen Alumni Discount
20% discount on one year of Postgraduate study. Applies to to all taught Masters programmes or first year of PhD Study

Chevening Scholarships
These scholarships, funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and administered by the British Council, are prestigious awards which enable overseas students to study in the United

Elizabeth Wilson and Charles Sutherland Scholarships
The Elizabeth Wilson and Charles Sutherland Scholarships are open to postgraduate students of Agriculture.

Chapel Choir Scholarships
There are scholarships available for postgraduate musicians

Geography Scholarships
The department offers scholarships each year.

Geology and Petroleum Geology Scholarships
The Geology department offers scholarships each year.

Health Services and Public Health Research Scholarships
The department of Public Health has four studentships - 2 MSc and 2 PhDs.

John Reid Trust
These small bursaries are available to any Aberdeen University Graduates looking to further their study in Arts at any institution outside of Scotland. The bursaries range in value from £800 - £1500.

Milner Scholarship
Milner Scholarships are available to postgraduate research students in the field of mathematics - also available for research in bacteriology or pathology.

Nora Bently Scholarship
The Nora Bently Scholarship is available for students wishing to study Postgraduate Music.

Ogston Postgraduate Music Scholarship
Applications are invited for a scholarship from graduates with a First or Upper Second Class Honours degree in Music, or an equivalent qualification, who plan to undertake postgraduate studies at the University of Aberdeen in any area of music (i.e. composition or musicology) beginning in the session -10.

Overseas Research Student Awards Scheme
ORS awards are highly competitive awards made to outstanding international research students, giving support towards tuition fees.

Principal Scholarships
The Principal's Scholarship is available to Postgraduate Music students

Research Council Awards - BBSRC
The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) is the UK’s principal funder of basic and strategic biological research.

Research Council Awards - ESRC
The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) funds research and training in social and economic issues.

Research Council Awards - EPSRC
The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) operate to meet the needs of industry and society by working in partnership with universities to invest in people and scientific discovery and innovation. The knowledge and expertise gained maintains a technological leading edge, builds a strong economy and improves people's quality of life.

Scottish Students' Songbook Award
The Scottish Students' Songbook Award is available for students who wish to study Music at Postgraduate Level.

Sport Bursaries
11 Sports Bursaries are available annually for postgraduate students from any discipline, who show outstanding sporting ability.

Kennedy Scholarships
These scholarships offer attractive opportunities for graduate study or research in the USA at Harvard or Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

School of Law Studentship
The School of Law normally offers one studentship for a research LLM or PhD each year.

The Clark Foundation
The Clark Foundation provides partial funding for research degrees in any aspect of Scots law and/or its relationship with other legal systems or institutions within the European Community.

Law Research and PhD Studentships
The School of Law offer at least one Studentship for a Research LLM or PhD student.

College of Arts and Social Sciences Studentships
The College of Arts and Social Sciences award a number of Research Master and PhD Studentships.

School of Education PhD Research Studentships
The School of Education at the University of Aberdeen in Scotland is pleased to announce two fully funded PhD research studentships to work in association with the Inclusive Practice Project.

PhD Studentship in Economics
The Business School is offering a PhD studentship in Economics.

College of Life Sciences and Medicine Bursaries
A number of bursaries (or scholarships) are available for entry in September

Hepburn Booth Trust
The Trust provides four bursaries of £250 per annum. These are available to students attending any of the faculties of Arts, Medicine, Divinity or Law at the University of Aberdeen.

RB Hay of Seaton Ph.D. Studentship
The Hay of Seaton Ph.D. Studentship is designed to foster a greater understanding of Judaism by Christians.

British Federation of Women Graduates (BFWG)
The BFWG offers funding to women research students studying in Great Britain, moving into their final year of study. They also offer International awards and fellowships.

College of Arts & Social Sciences Strategic Doctoral Scholarships
PhD Scholarships in Accountancy, Economics, Finance, Irish & Scottish Studies, Philosophy and Sociology.

All the BEST!!! 

"Avatar" becomes highest-grossing movie

Ci-fi spectacular "Avatar" has surpassed "Titanic" to become the highest-grossing movie worldwide, distributor 20th Century Fox said on Tuesday.

The worldwide total for the James Cameron movie stands at $1.859 billion after Monday's sales, beating the $1.843 billion haul racked up by "Titanic" in 1997-1998, said Greg Brilliant, spokesman for the News Corp-owned studio.

The data are not adjusted for inflation.

"Avatar" broke the seemingly insurmountable record set by "Titanic" in little over six weeks, handing Cameron the remarkable feat of directing the world's two biggest movies of all time.

It has reigned at the top of North American box office for six weeks. It has also led the field in France, China, Germany and Russia.

The action-adventure movie, starring Sigourney Weaver, is set in 2154 and tells the tale of a disabled ex-Marine sent to Earth to infiltrate a race of 10-foot (3-meter) blue aliens and persuade them to let his employer mine their homeland for natural resources.

The film took more than five years to make and was reportedly one of the most expensive films, with a budget of at least $300 million.

It has wowed both critics and fans, winning a Golden Globe last week. It is expected to garner an Oscar nomination next month.

Australia condemns Indian student death

Australia condemned on Monday the killing of an Indian student in Melbourne, as India called for an end to the spate of attacks against Indian students which has damaged Australia's multi-million dollar foreign student sector.

Accounting graduate Nitin Garg, 21, originally from the state of Punjab in northern India, was stabbed to death on Saturday night on his way to a job at a fast food outlet in Melbourne.

Police said the motive for the attack, which they described as vicious, was not known.

Indian media have labeled the series of attacks against Indian students in Australia as racist, but police and the Australian government have said the attacks are purely criminal.

"I obviously unreservedly condemn this attack," said Australian Deputy Prime Minister Julia Gillard.

"This is a nation that welcomes international students. We want to make them welcome, this is a welcoming and accepting country," Gillard told reporters on Monday.

Indian External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna on Sunday issued a statement condemning the "brutal attack," with Indian media reporting him warning the attacks were creating "deep anger" in India and could have a "bearing on bilateral ties."

"There is extreme shock and fear and anger," Gautam Gupta, president of the Federation of Indian Students of Australia, told local radio on Monday.

Australia's international student sector is the country's third largest export earner, behind coal and iron ore, totaling A$13 billion ($11.7 billion) in 2007-08.

Attacks against Indian students in 2009, mainly in Melbourne, led to violent protests by students and strained bilateral ties, prompting Gillard and other Australian ministers to visit India to assure that all was being done to stop the attacks.

Australian universities also sought to reassure students and their families that Australia was a safe place to study.

But a recent study forecast a 20 percent drop in Indian students in 2010, costing A$78 million, due to the attacks.

The study by The Tourism Forecasting Committee forecast 4,000 fewer Indian students, a fall of 21 percent compared with a 35 percent rise in 2009. Indian student numbers in Australia had risen at an average annual rate of around 41 percent since 2002.

In 2009, there were more than 70,000 Indians studying in Australia. Australia is a major destination for Indian students studying abroad, who recognize the cost competitiveness of Australian education services.

New Visa Rules Threaten UK English Language Schools

English as a second language is a thriving industry in the UK, with an estimate 600,000 students traveling to the UK each year to study. More than half of these also then go on to higher education courses – and for this reason the English Language industry brings in over £1.5bn to the British economy each year.

However, the booming industry has some major concerns regarding the new points based visa system. Brought into use back in April 2009, the new points based system was originally designed to close down bogus colleges and institutions – and for a large part the system succeeded. However there were still concerns that the system could be abused, and at the tail end of 2009, the UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown ordered a review of the system in order to tighten it up.

This review led to new proposals being put forward to raise both the level study and the standard of English for any applicant coming into the UK on the points based system. Although this new proposal will almost certainly remove further abuses of the system, it will also certainly exclude all students who want to come into the UK for six months or more to develop their English skills from a basic level.

Philip Hopkins, principal of the English Language Centre in Brighton, says that if the government’s proposals come into force, about 40% of the school’s business would be wiped out. “We are an educational charity founded in 1962 and many of the students we get for long-term courses are students who go on to a foundation, undergraduate or master’s programme and will be in the UK education system for the next four or five years.”

Sources for Nigerians to Fund their Studies in the UK.

Sources for Nigerians to Fund their Studies in the UK.
Some universities in the United Kingdom in partnership with various private bodies have come up with initiatives to afford Nigerians the rare opportunity to study and obtain a Masters degree in the United Kingdom.

British Government Scholarships: 

This scholarship offers a range of scholarship opportunity for students from Nigeria wishing to study in the UK.

Introduction

Most scholarships for study in the UK are funded by the British Government and are paid to another government for its students, either directly or through an organisation such as the British Council. Initially you should contact your own Ministry of Education or Education Department, which will have details of most schemes and will also be able to advise you on your own government's conditions for studying abroad. In addition, you should contact the nearest British Council office in your country, which should give you details of relevant scholarship schemes. If there is no British Council office, then contact the nearest British Embassy or High Commission.

The British Chevening Scholarships

British Chevening scholarships are awarded to extremely able students wishing to follow full-time, postgraduate or second degree courses or full-time research in a UK institution. Awards may be for study in any subject field. Preference is given to postgraduates and those already established in a career. Awards, which may cover all or part of the costs, are usually given for formal courses of postgraduate study but may be given for shorter vocational or research courses.

Contact:

The British Embassy, the British High Commission or the British Council office in your own country, The British Council Chevening Scholar Website

Commonwealth Scholarships

These awards are for citizens of a Commonwealth country (not the Commonwealth of Independent States) or a British dependent territory who wish to undertake postgraduate study or research in another Commonwealth country. Awards for undergraduate study are only made in exceptional circumstances such as when a specific undergraduate scheme is not available in the candidate's own country or regional university. Applicants should be aged under 35 and permanent residents of their country. Grants are for one to three years and usually cover the cost of travel, tuition fees and living expenses. There may, in some cases, be additional allowances for help with books or clothes. An allowance may be paid to help with the cost of maintaining a spouse.

Contact:
Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
John Foster House 36,
Gordon Square
London WC1H 0PF
Tel: +44 (0)20 7387 8572
The ACU website: www.acu.ac.uk

Funding Links

Websites with funding information (external links)

British Council - this site has information about UK courses and qualifications available both in the UK and abroad. It also provides information on the UK's education and training systems. Click here for British Council education specific information.

Funderfinder - an on-line search engine. The website includes lists of Fund-raising Resources and Trusts.

Hobsons - information about postgraduate opportunities to which universities can subscribe and advertise.

Prospects Web - a comprehensive guide to taught courses and research schemes offered by all UK higher education institutions. Also has funding information, and careers advice.

Information for Education - this page offers information about NISS (National Information Services and Systems). NISS provides professionally maintained online information services for the UK education sector.

Nerok.Net - a database of hundreds of scholarships available to students.

AHRB website - the Arts and Humanities Research Board provides funding and support in three programmes: advanced research; postgraduate research and training; and special funding for museums, galleries and collections

In all believe you can succeed and you will!!!

FGC ENUGU OLD STUDENTS REUNION 2010!!!

              FGC ENUGU OLD STUDENTS REUNION 2010!!!

This is a special invitation to all old students of FGC Enugu aka Fedi to attend the reunion meeting.

It is the first of its kind and very vital issues will be discussed that will go a long way to enhance and open up new opportunities for its Alumni.


Spread the news!!

Venue: FGC Enugu Premises.
Date: 22nd and 23rd January 2010.
Time: 10am prompt.
Web: http://fgcenugu.org/elogin.php

               RSVP.
Engr. Bill Anaka 08035899658
Barr Peter Eze 08033132585

Scholarships for students from Nigeria at University of Sheffield. Hurry!!!

The University is pleased to offer a range of scholarships to students from Nigeria who show exceptional academic potential and are starting their studies at the University of Sheffield in September 2010.

Undergraduate Scholarships eg BA, BSc, BEng, MEng
Faculty Undergraduate Scholarships

We are pleased to offer scholarships to all international students commencing their studies in the Faculties of Engineering, Science, and the School of Law in September 2010:

Engineering International Scholarships 2010

Science International Scholarships 2010

Law International Scholarships 2010

Nigeria Management Scholarships 2010

We are pleased to offer Nigeria Management Scholarships to Nigerian undergraduate students starting their studies in the Management School in September 2010.

The scholarships are worth £1,500 per year each
Eligibility and Award Criteria:

You must hold an offer of a study place and begin your undergraduate studies in September 2010 in the Management School.
You must be self-funding and classified as overseas for tuition fee purposes.
The scholarships will be awarded automatically - no application is required in first or subsequent years.
The scholarships will be awarded unconditionally in the first year of studies. Award in subsequent years of study is subject to the achievement of 60% overall average mark.
The scholarships will take the form of a tuition fee reduction.
Nigeria Merit Undergraduate Scholarships 2010 (£6,500)

There are two Nigeria Merit Undergraduate Scholarships available for Nigerian students starting their undergraduate degree studies in September 2010.

The scholarships are worth £6,500 of your undergraduate course tuition fee per year. This will take the form of a tuition fee reduction.

To be eligible for the Nigeria Merit Undergraduate Scholarships 2010, applicants must be a Nigerian national or permanently domiciled in Nigeria, apply for a study place by 23 April 2010 and hold an offer of a study place for entry in September 2010.

The Nigeria Merit Undergraduate Scholarships 2010 are awarded on the basis of academic merit.

If you wish to be considered for one of these scholarships you need to apply. Eligible students will automatically be sent details of how to apply from January 2010 onwards.

Applicants cannot apply for the scholarships before being offered a study place at Sheffield.


Postgraduate Scholarships eg MA, MSc
The University offers the following scholarships for Nigerian students who show exceptional academic potential starting a postgraduate taught masters programme at the University of Sheffield in September 2010.

Nigeria Merit Postgraduate Scholarships 2010 (£6,500)



There are four Nigeria Merit Postgraduate Scholarships 2010, available for Nigerian students starting their postgraduate taught masters programme in September 2010.

Each scholarship is worth £6,500 of your postgraduate taught masters degree tuition fee per year, for one year of study. The scholarships will take the form of a tuition fee reduction.

To be eligible for the Nigeria Merit Postgraduate Scholarships 2010, applicants must be a Nigerian national or permanently domiciled in Nigeria, apply for a study place by 25 June 2010 and hold an offer of a study place for entry in September 2010.

The Nigeria Merit Postgraduate Scholarships 2010 are awarded on the basis of academic merit.

If you wish to be considered for this scholarship you need to apply. Eligible students will automatically be sent details of how to apply from January 2010 onwards.

Applicants cannot apply for the scholarship before being offered a study place at Sheffield.


Postgraduate research degrees eg PhD, MPhil
The University of Sheffield does not offer research studentships or funding specifically for Nigerian students. There are, however, studentships and funding for which all international students can apply:

Postgraduate Research Funding Opportunities

Chevening Scholarships 2010 for Nigerians

A prestigious award to fund your UK postgraduate studies.

Are you a future leader who is already experienced in your chosen profession and would like to further develop your career with a postgraduate course in the UK? Then the Chevening Scholarship could be right for you.

About Chevening Scholarships
The Chevening Scholarship Programme is a prestigious awards scheme that funds international postgraduate students who want to study in the UK for one academic year. Funded by the UK’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office and administered by the British Council, the scheme operates in over 150 countries and annually provides funding for over 2 300 scholars.

Applications are only accepted at certain times of the year and these will be advertised here on this site and in the local newspapers.

Why should I choose a Chevening Scholarship?
This is a prestigious award that gives you the chance to experience a world-renowned educational system. In addition, it provides you with the opportunity to experience UK life and meet other Chevening scholars. Once you become a Chevening scholar, you will discover a lot of opportunities to develop your career and become a future leader in your field. Hear from the Chevening scholars themselves.

Who can apply?
You can apply for a Chevening scholarship if:

You are a postgraduate student who can prove your academic success and who has already begun a career in your chosen field.
You'll need to show you have between two and five years working experience (depending on the country you are applying in), with an excellent track record illustrating your achievements and your potential to use the skills gained during your scholarship to make a difference in your country.
You have achieved an excellent mark for you undergraduate degree and can provide a transcript of your academic record. Specific academic requirements are available from the British Council offices in your country.
You must be 21 years and older (there are upper age limits for specific countries so please ensure you check this during your applications process).
You must be a resident in your country when you apply and provide your birth certificate (with translation).
You must have good English language skills (most UK Higher Education institutions require a minimum IELTS of 6.5 for admission into postgraduate courses).

How to apply
You will need to submit the following documents to us when the application season is open:

Complete the application online or download the form depending on the country. (See below).
birth certificate (with translation).
supporting letters from two referees.
photocopies of academic certificates.
transcript/record of exams that you have passed.

Applicants will normally be selected from those who wish to take courses in: economics, finance, banking, law, human rights, public administration, management, project planning, media, political science, international relations, diplomatic training and environmental studies although applicants for other courses (as varied as counter-terrorism, religion and energy/climate change) may be considered. You are expected to show a commitment to return to your country, where you will contribute to the country's socio-economic development using the new skills and knowledge acquired during your stay in the UK.

When to apply
Applications are only accepted at certain times of the year and differ per country. The dates will be advertised here on this site and in the local newspapers.

Kulika Scholarship Programme for Ugandans!!

The Kulika Scholarship Programme exists to provide an opportunity for suitable Ugandan people who do not have the necessary personal resources to gain academic or vocational qualifications which will enable them to contribute more effectively to the development of the nation.

Full or partial scholarships are awarded in diverse fields of study. These include animal sciences, engineering, data communications, health sciences, agriculture and education.

Most scholarships are awarded for study within Uganda, and a very few for study overseas.

No undergraduate scholarships are awarded overseas, and overseas postgraduate scholarships are awarded only in specialist areas of study where suitable courses are not available locally.

A small number of vocational scholarships are also awarded each year to provide non-degree training in fields such as nursing and other health-related disciplines.

In addition, applications will be considered from disabled people who wish to undertake technical or trade training.

Each year the Scholarship Committee of Kulika Uganda agree the priority areas of study for which scholarships will be considered.

For more details and application, visit; http://www.kulika.org/

Australian Development Scholarships (ADS)

The Africa ADS program provides academic scholarships to undertake Master Degrees and Postgraduate Diplomas to nationals of Botswana, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, South Africa, Swaziland, Uganda, Zambia and Botswana.

Australian Development Scholarship (ADS) are a central part of the Australian Government's development cooperation program in Africa. The ADS scheme offers the opportunity to people from developing countries to study in priority sector coursed at Australian universities.

By providing people with the knowledge and skills to promote development in their home country, the ADS scheme aims to reduce poverty, promote good governance, and contribute to the human resource base of targeted countries and complement other Australian development projects.

Australian Development Scholarship Benefits

Scholarships are offered for the minimum period necessary for the individual to complete the academic program specified by the institution, including any preparatory training.

Benefits

# Tuition

# Airfare - Payment of a single return, economy class airfare to and from Australia, via the most direct route.

# Establishment Allowance - A once only payment as a contribution towards expenses such as rental bonds, text books, study materials, additional medical insurance, home contents insurance, excess baggage upon return home etc.

# Contribution to Living Expenses - a fortnightly contribution to basic living expenses paid at a rate determined by AusAID.

# Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) - provided to cover the student's basic medical costs.

# Pre-course English - if deemed necessary may be available for students for in-country and/or in-Australia training.

# Supplementary Academic Support (Tutorial Assistance) - May be available when essential to improving the student's performance to ensure their academic success

# Fieldwork - May be available for eligible research students.

For more information and application materials, contact:
Australian Development Scholarships Website @
http://www.adsafrica.com.au/

Engineering International Undergraduate Scholarship - University of Technology Sydney

The Engineering (ICT) International Undergraduate Scholarship offers students the opportunity to obtain an undergraduate qualification at University of Technology Sydney: Engineering.

The scholarship is also open to diploma holders.

The scholarship covers 50% of the tuition fees commencing from the first semester of study for a period of four years.

Eligibility:
# Must be a student who will meet the normal entry requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering majoring in Information and Communication Technologies;

# Must not be an Australian citizen;

# Must be commencing full-time, on-campus enrollment in a Bachelor of Engineering majoring in Informationand Communication Technologies degree;

# Must satisfy the academic entry requirements for a Bachelor of Engineering majoring in Information and Communication Technologies degree, including the English proficiency levels set by UTS for international students, currently an IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0;

# Must provide a letter of declaration from the parents stating that should their daughter be awarded the scholarship, they have no objection in sending her to Australia and that they have the funding to cover the remaining tuition fee and all the living expenses.

The closing dates for this scholarship for are:
Applications for Spring Semester (August) will close on 15th June.

Contact:

Manager, International and Enterprise Development Office
Faculty of Engineering
University of Technology, Sydney
PO Box 123 Broadway
NSW 2007 Australia

Nigerian Women Association of Georgia Scholarship

The Nigerian Women Association of Georgia, Inc. U.S.A calls for applications for scholarship awards to female students in Nigerian universities in the amount of Forty Thousand Naira (N40, 000) - one winner from each state.

Requirements are as follows:
# An applicant must be a Nigerian female student, in a Nigerian University.
# All applications must include the following:
- Two paged Essay, type-written and double spaced.
- Essay topic: Should the education of women be a national priority in a developing nation?
# State of origin.
# A paragraph explaining why you NEED and should receive the scholarship.
# Current photograph of Applicant
# Photocopy of your University identity card.
# Letter of recommendation or letter attesting that you are a student, from your Dean, HOD or Dept. Secretary.
# Letter of introduction from, your Local Govt., Church or Mosque.

All applications must be mailed to:
NIGERIAN WOMEN ASSOCIATION OF GEORGIA, INC. USA
P. O. Box 14532, Atlanta, Georgia
30324 USA
(770) 496-4380

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS May 15. Applications may not be emailed.

How to Get a Scholarship in 2010

Want to learn how to get a scholarship? Take your time to read this article and follow the links given!

There are many scholarships available than you may think. Scholarships differ from loans in that they offer free money. You can therefore expect stiff competition for most scholarships.

It is worth your time and effort to seek out the relevant scholarships and apply for them. Start looking for scholarships and grants months before you need them. If you are a postgraduate student, you can apply for fellowships which are scholarships for graduate students.

You also need to know what to expect from a scholarship when you apply for it. Some scholarships are fully funded, others are partial. Plan to wait for several weeks or months to find out whether you got the scholarship.

The best way to obtain a scholarship is to do a thorough research in this website. There is no short cut. You need to click on almost every link, read through and find out if you qualify. Apply for many scholarships; you can never apply for too many!

In the scholarships and grants section of this website, you will find many organizations, colleges and universities that offer scholarships. If you follow the links given, you will get their addresses and contact information.

All the scholarships in that section are offered annually. Some organizations may not have updated the website/application dates since the last deadline. They should answer you on any query in regard to this.

Each organization, college or university has its own criteria that a student must meet to be considered for the scholarship.

Once you have the contact information of the organizations, you must write to them and request an application. Some offer an online application. Ensure you send your request well ahead of the deadline.

This website has many different kinds of scholarships and grants. There are primary and secondary school scholarships, undergraduate scholarships and numerous postgraduate scholarships. Scholarships aimed at particular groups of people include scholarships for the disabled, scholarships for women, and scholarships for Muslims.

Specialized scholarships include amongst others, LL.M Scholarships, MBA scholarships, scholarships for refugees as well as PhD and masters by research scholarships. There are also travel grants and emergency student funds in UK.

Some scholarships are tenable for study in Africa. These can be used by students studying in their local African universities and colleges.

For undergraduate scholarships, Huygens scholarship programme is one of the most attractive. Huygens scholarship programme is also applicable to postgraduate masters students.

Erasmus Mundus scholarships are fully funded scholarships for masters’ students. They are easy to get and cover all courses at master’s level.

Every subject of PhD and masters by research study are covered by the Overseas Research Scholarships (ORS). All you need to do is locate a university in UK offering your area of study and apply for the ORS scholarship in that University.

Similarly, the New Zealand development Scholarships and Australian Development Scholarships cover all areas of study for PhD and Masters by research students who want to study in those countries.

Besides clicking on every link available in this website, another way to get your scholarship is to use the onsite Google search facility.

2009 / 2010 Admission Instructions!

Applicants are advised to read the following Instructions CAREFULLY before continuing:



1. Pay cash using eTranzact through any of the DESIGNATED Banks the sum of N5000.00 (Five thousand naira only). You will be given a teller containing a Confirmation No and Receipt No that will be used to conclude your payment on the IMT portal.


2. Fill the application form, ensuring that you provide accurate data at all times. You must fill all fields that are marked with this symbol: *


3. You will be required to fill an email address in the application form. You will use this email address to continue your application if you did not complete the application the first time due to power failure or internet disruption. It may also be used to contact you or send information to you for support purpose.


4. Please note that you can instantly open an email address free of charge if you don’t have any. Ask a friend or the café attendant for assistance if you encounter any problem doing this.



5. In addition to your personal information and application information, you will be required to provide your SSCE/WASC/GCE/NECO/NABTEB result as well as previous educational history.


6. You are advised to select only COMPATIBLE programmes of study in your First and Second Choice fields.


7. You will be required to upload a coloured passport photograph of NOT MORE THAN 20kb in size (1x1inch/300x300 pixels)


8. Ensure to print out your Payment Receipt as well as a copy of the Application Form after submitting and keep them safe.


9. Full Time ND candidates will be required to take a POST JAMB Screening Test. To view the exam subject combination, click here.


10. Note that prohibited items during the Post JAMB Screening Test include: Calculators, Mobile Phones & Organizers



11. EXAM NUMBER is to be used for POST JAMB Screening Test. This number can be found on your printed Application Form.


12. Each POST JAMB Screening Test Candidate is required to come with a copy of the Application Form print-out for the Exam. So keep it safe till then.


13. Please review your application before you submit.


14. For Additional information or support, send a mail to: support@imteduportal.com

IMT Post UME Screening is out

The Institute of Management and Technology has released the results of the Screening exams taken earlier this year.
Hurry to the school and check yours now!!!

Ebonyi State University UME Screening List is out!

Ebonyi State University (EBSU) has released its 2009/ 2010 Admission List.

All students who sat for the post ume results can now check their admission status by following these steps

-Click Here or Visit http://www.ebsu-edu.net/site/index.aspx
-On the site Click Prospective Students
-Then Click on Apply Online
-You will be required to register (Enter Your username, email, password, security question and answer)

Once the user is created you will be logged in.

From the admin panel you can check your admission status, post-ume results, pay school fees. acceptance form etc

To visit again you will just be required to login by clicking on login from the home page and then entering your username and password.

We wish you good luck.

UNIVERSITY OF UYO UME SCREENING TEST IS OUT!

The University of Uyo has released the admission merit-list for the 2009/2010

University of Uyo (UNIUYO) Akwa Ibom State has released its 2009/ 2010 admission list. Those who applied for admission into the school University of Uyo (UNIUYO) and sat for the Post Ume screening exercise should click on the links below to view their results by Clicking the appropriate Faculties Below.

–> Clinical Sciences
–> Pharmacy
–> Arts
–> Agriculture
–> Education
–> Sciences
–> Environmental Studies
–> Engineering
–> Social Sciences
–> Business Administration
–> Law
–> Basic Medical

You can also view the results by visiting
http://www.uniuyopume.org/admission.php
Good luck.

International Indonesian Scholarship 2010-11 Available to Nigerians

DARMASISWA is a scholarship program offered to all foreign students from countries which have diplomatic relationship with Indonesia to study Bahasa Indonesia, arts, music and crafts. Participants can choose one of 45 different universities located in different cities in Indonesia. This program is organized by the Ministry of National Education (MoNE) in cooperation with the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).

The DARMASISWA program was started in 1974 as part of ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Nations) initiative, admitting only students from ASEAN. However, in 1976 this program was extended to include students from other countries such as Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Hungary, Japan, Mexico, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Sweden, and USA. In early 90’s, this program was extended further to include all countries which have diplomatic relationship with Indonesia. Until to date, the number of countries participating in this program is more than 75 countries.

The main purpose of the DARMASISWA program is to promote and increase the interest in the language and culture of Indonesia among the youth of other countries. It has also been designed to provide stronger cultural links and understanding among participating countries.

Application Deadline: 20 Feb 2010

For details, visit:
http://darmasiswa.diknas.go.id/english/

Read more:
http://scholarship-positions.com/international-indonesian-scholarship-2010-11/2010/01/06/#ixzz0cIoRXxTM

Western Union Family Scholarship

The Western Union Foundation’s Family Scholarship Program is a new initiative for migrants, immigrants and their families.

The Family Scholarship Program is intended to help two members of the same family move up the economic development ladder through education. Scholarships may be used for tuition for college/university education language acquisition classes, technical/skill training, and/or financial literacy. For example, one family member may request assistance to attend college and the other family member may request assistance to attend English as a Second Language (ESL) course.
Eligibility

* All applicants must be age 18 or older.
* Country of origin for at least one of the applicants must be outside the United States.
* Application must include educational providers for primary and secondary award recipients (must be 2 family members).
* Scholarships may be used for tuition for college/university education language acquisition classes, technical/skill training, and/or financial literacy.
* Scholarships will only be made to nonprofit accredited higher education institutions and nonprofit training/educational providers.
* Western Union employees, Western Union Agents and dependents are not eligible to apply for these scholarships.

Criteria

The following criteria will be used to review applications:

* Families that have overcome barriers to pursue their educational goals
* Families that are involved in their communities
* Personal educational goals
* Plans to attain goals
* Plans for utilizing the scholarship

Scholarship amounts

Recipients are eligible to receive scholarships in amounts of $1,000-$5,000 per family. (For example, one scholarship recipient may receive $1,500 for an ESL course and the other recipient $3,500 for tuition at a university).
Process

Recipients are determined in a selection process independently managed by the Institute of International Education (IIE), an international non-profit educational exchange organization.

All scholarship awards will be paid directly to the educational providers. No payments will be made to individuals.
To apply

Please visit the Western Union Foundation Family Scholarship page to apply.

IIE will send a confirmation via e-mail if you have provided a valid e-mail address. If you do not have a valid email address confirmation will be sent by U.S. mail.

Please be advised that due to the volume of application submission activity, IIE staff cannot verify receipt of applications and supporting documentation via telephone inquiry.

Application Deadline

* February 5, 2010
Winter application due date


Read more:
http://scholarship-positions.com/western-union-family-scholarship-program-2010-usa/2010/01/06/#ixzz0cIjAN2em

European Direct Entry Partnership 2010

EU Direct Entry Partnership Scholarship (2010)
Coventry University - Student Funding Office

Award details
Value per annum: £300
Duration: 1 year (not renewable)
Application open: Sep 2010
Application close: Nov 2010
Number of Award(s): unlimited
Award Level: Undergraduate
Subject area: Non Subject Specific

Award Criteria
Academic excellence Award website
http://www.coventry.ac.uk/fundingsupport

Contact website

http://www.coventry.ac.uk

Qualifying Details
This scholarship is a financial reward to students from non-UK EU partner institutions that have an established arrangement with Coventry University and who are not benefiting from the European Achievement Scholarship. The Scholarship is worth £300 and is available to EU students who are direct entrant students to years 2 or 3 of a full-time undergraduate degree and paying the full top-up fee. The EU Direct Entry Partnership Scholarship is not renewable for 2011/2012. However, if you achieve an average mark of 70%* or more at Coventry University you may be eligible for an Achievement Scholarship worth £1,000 in 2011/2012. See Achievement Scholarship or our website for further details.
* The scholarship criteria for 2010/2011 may be subject to change.

Commonwealth/DFID Shared Scholarship Scheme 2010

The Shared Scholarship Scheme is a joint initiative between the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (with funding from DFID), and UK universities, to support scholarships for students from developing Commonwealth countries who would not otherwise be able to study in the United Kingdom.

Information for UK Universities

UK Universities are invited to bid to joint-fund Shared Scholarships with the Commission. The next bidding round will be advertised at the end of March 2010 and a form will be made available then for bids to be submitted to the Commission.



Information for Prospective Scholars for 2010

How does the Scheme work?

Awards are for taught postgraduate courses only. All courses undertaken must be demonstrably relevant to the economic, social or technological development of the candidate's home country.


Awards are only available at participating institutions in the UK. The booklet giving details of the UK institutions offering Scholarships joint-funded with the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in 2010 is available for download here or can be obtained in print copy from the Scheme Administrators (see below).

Booklet for 2010 Shared Scholarship Scheme (112 KB)
Please note that participating universities are required to support the student stipend for the award holder (at the rate set by the UK Government). The Commission funds the cost of tuition fees (at overseas rate), return airfares and other allowances. It is envisaged that around 170 Scholarships will be offered in 2010.



Who is eligible?

Applicants should:


a. be nationals of (or permanently domiciled in) a Commonwealth developing country, and not currently be living or studying in a developed country (please see the booklet for a list of eligible countries)
b. hold a first degree at either first or upper second class level;
c . be sufficiently fluent in English to pursue the course
d. have not previously studied for one year or more in a developed country
e. not be employed by a government department (at national level) or a parastatal organisation (employees of universities are normally acceptable, however)
f. be able to confirm in writing that neither they or their families would otherwise be able to pay for the proposed course of study
g. be willing to confirm that they will return to their home country as soon as their period of study is complete


How can I apply?


Most universities will handle advertising and recruitment directly and applications should therefore be addressed to the participating university direct (option 1). A few universities want all candidates for their Shared Scholarship courses to apply via the Electronic Application System (option 2). Following an option 1 university's closing date, the university will ask the candidates it selects to complete the CSC application form. Candidates should note that institutions are asked to forward their nominations to the CSC no later than 31 May 2010; where institutions have not specified a closing date candidates should contact the institution so as to ascertain the latest date that the institution is willing to accept applications.



Where can I get further information?


Although applications for specific courses should be addressed to the individual university concerned, general inquiries regarding the scheme should be sent to the scheme administrators at the address below. Please note that applications sent to this office will be disregarded and will not be passed on to the institutions.

Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme

Commonwealth Scholarship Commission
c/o Association of Commonwealth Universities
Woburn House, 20-24 Tavistock Square
London WC1H 9HF

Telephone : 44 (0) 207 380 6700

Web: http://www.dfid.gov.uk
Fax : 44 (0) 207 387 2655
E-Mail : info@acu.ac.uk

or

Contact:
The British Council Office/DFID Office in Nigeria,
in Lagos, Abuja, Port-Harcourt.

Former Scholars' Views


Each year we carry out an anonymous survey of award holders. Here are some recent quotes on the relevance of the scheme:


"The course was a launching pad for my academic career and it did exactly that. I hope I can use my skills to turn around the education sector in my country. The scheme has definitely chipped into the forgotten area of professional/personal development which most African governments have ignored." (Education, Africa)


"The DFID scholarship has given me an opportunity not only to live and study in a new country but has also broadened my views and ideas. My course has benefited me to an extent which makes me feel I can use the expertise gained to enhance my career and for betterment of the environment." (Social Science, South Asia)


"This was a unique academic learning experience, meeting with and sharing ideas with people from all over the world and an exposure to advanced knowledge." (Social Science, South Asia)


"It was great interacting with students from all over the world and learning new ways to solve problems." (Health, South Asia)

Chevron Nigeria Limited University Scholarships Awards 2010

Chevron Nigeria Limited, in collaboration with its joint venture partner, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), is offering a number of University Scholarships Awards to suitably qualified Nigerian students.
Applications for the Chevron Nigeria Scholarship awards are invited from full-time SECOND YEAR (200 LEVEL) degree students of the under-listed courses, in Nigerian Universities:

1. Accountancy
2. Agricultural Engineering/Agricultural Science
3. Architecture
4. Business Administration/Economics
5. Chemical Engineering
6. Civil Engineering
7. Computer science
8. Electrical/Electronics Engineering
9. Environmental Studies/ Surveying
10. Geology/Geophysics
11. Law
12. Mass Communication/Journalism
13. Mechanical/Metallurgical & Materials Engineering
14. Human Medicine/Dentistry/Pharmacy
15. Petroleum Engineering
Interested candidates should submit their applications stating the following information on an A4 sized paper.

Surname:

First Name:

Middle Name:

Title (Mr./Mrs./Miss):

Date of Birth:
Institution

Course of study:

Current Level:

Matric No:

Year of Admission:

Duration of course:

Mode of Entry:

JAMB Score:

JAMB Reg. no.:

O’Level Results (6 subjects):

School Address:

Phone No:

-Are you a relative of any Public Officer?
-If yes, state Name/position of government official
-Are you a relative of any Chevron employee?
-If yes, state Name and position CNL employee.

State of Origin:

Local Government Area:

Residential Address:

All applications in the format above should be sent to:
NMANATSH@Chevron.com

Please note that only applications for the Chevron Nigeria Scholarship awards submitted to the web address above will be valid.

Deadline: The closing date for receipt of applications is January 31, 2010

Short-listed candidates will be required to present originals of the following documents for screening ahead of the qualifying Test:
-WAEC result or its equivalent
-Evidence of Admission into a Nigerian University
-Evidence of current year of study
-JAMB registration Number/UME Scores
-University Matriculation Number
-2 current passport photographs
-Details of Education History – schools attended with dates and certificates obtained
-State of Origin obtained from the appropriate Local Government area and duly signed
by the Chairman or secretary
-Valid University ID Card

Names of shortlisted candidates for the qualifying test will be published in National dailies
on or before July 2010.

Management
Chevron Nigeria Limited, 2 Chevron Drive, Lekki Peninsula, P.M.B. 12825 Lagos.

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