Bachelors Degree | Scholarship for Nigerians and Africans - Part 40

IISc. Summer Fellowship in Science and Engineering for SC/ST Students – 2011, India

ST/ST students studying I year M.Sc in science disciplines (Biological Sciences/ Physics, Chemistry/ Mathematics) or III year B.E./B.Tech or equivalent degree, during the academic year 2010-11.

Selection Criteria:

IISc. will evolve a suitable criteria for selecting the candidates for the programme.

Financial Support:

IISc. will provide:
– Travelling allowance equivalent to II Class train fare from College/residence to IISc. and back.
– Free board and lodging (on shared basis) at IISc.
– Fellowship of Rs.5,000/- and a book grant of Rs.1500/-

Selected candidates will work with one of the IISc Faculty members and learn various techniques used in research for a period of one month during May-June 2011.

Scholarship Application Deadline:15 April 2011

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The TUYF Charitable Trust Scholarship for NGO Goverance

The TUYF Charitable Trust invites applications for the Scholarship for the academic year 2011/2012. The Scholarship supports individuals who wish to pursue an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Non-Government Organization (“NGO”) governance or related areas overseas. The purpose of the scholarship is to nurture future leaders and enhance governance of welfare NGOs. The Scholarship shall be awarded annually from the academic year 2011/2012. The regulations are as follows:
Number, Value and Duration of Award
1) There will be a maximum of 2 scholarships each year. The value of each award shall depend on the expenses involved in the countries in which the awardee will undertake his/her studies as overseas student to include tuition fees, field placement expenses, accommodation, living expenses and travel costs.
2) The duration of the award is linked to the course of study. Extensions are determined on a case-by-case basis.
3) The Funding Organization is under no obligation to make awards in any given year if no suitable candidates are found.
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
1) All applicants have to be permanent residents of Hong Kong.
2) An undergraduate or postgraduate degree in social studies or relevant subjects, and at least one year of work experience in NGOs in HK
OR
Fresh graduates who have possessed NGO work experience in HK prior to pursuing their degree
OR
An individual with over 3 years of work experience in a management / leadership position in the NGOs in Hong Kong
3) All applicants should submit a study plan and a career plan after graduation. The Scholarship shall be awarded on the basis of academic excellence, relevant experience, the study and career plans, leadership potential, and other dimensions deemed appropriate by the Selection Committee.
4) The award is for Full Time study only.
5) Applicants must demonstrate commitment to the community.
6) The award is not exclusive of other financial or in-kind support. Awardees may accept remuneration for teaching/coaching, placements and summer employment.
7) Applicants must complete and pass IELTS proficiency test.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 20 May 2011

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2011 UEA International Student Scholarships at University of East Anglia, UK

The University of East Anglia awards over £1,000,000 of scholarships each year to support international students in their studies. The awards are made by individual Schools of Study in the University. All international students (outside the European Union) are considered for a scholarship of between 10% and 50% of tuition fees. In order to be considered for a UEA scholarship you do not need to make a separate application.  Please indicate on your application for admission that you wish to be considered for a scholarship. It is important to make an application as early as possible because they are considered as they are received. So apply early to make sure of the best chance of success.  If you are granted a scholarship, you will be informed at the time you receive your offer of a place at UEA. Scholarships are awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and are normally for the duration of the period of study – three years for Bachelor and PhD degrees and one year for Masters programmes. They are available from all Schools of Study and across most courses of study. Students of outstanding academic ability will also be considered for Faculty Scholarship Awards made by the Dean of Faculty, usually in April or May each year. These are highly competitive and prestigious award.

Scholarship Application Deadline: April or May each year

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