Bachelors Degree | Scholarship for Nigerians and Africans - Part 54

2011 Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarship for Undergraduates, Graduates and PhD, Germany: Mathematics, Informatics, Natural Sciences and Engineering

We support undergraduates, graduates, and PhD students in all subjects who embrace the Green cause, share the fundamental values of the Heinrich Böll Foundation, can demonstrate an excellent academic record, and are socially and politically active. Our scholarship programme brings together students from all over the world.German students, students who have gained their university entrance qualification from a German school school (‘Bildungsinländer_innen’) and students from EU countries.Applicants must study a subject within the areas of Mathematics, Informatics, Natural Sciences and Enineering (university or college, e.g. Fachhochschule; degrees: Bachelor, Diploma, State Examination AND Master).Applicants studying for a first degree (degree: Bachelor, State Examination or Diploma) can apply for a scholarship before their studies begin; applications are possible within the first three semesters at the time of application.

Applicants studying in a Master’s programme can apply for a scholarship before their studies begin; applications are possible within the first semester of the Master’s programme at the time of application. Funding priority is given to subjects within the areas of Mathematics, Informatics, Natural Sciences and Engineering with a focus on sustainability and environmental and energy issues. For applications from EU countries: The regional focus is on Central and Eastern Europe.

Scholarship Application Deadline:
1 September 2011

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Scholarships for Overseas Students at University of York, UK

There are three Scholarships for Overseas Students available to international students at the University of York. Application for these scholarships is online and the application form is on the link to the scholarship you apply for. The deadline for applications to be received is 30th April 2011. Late applications will not be considered. You will pay tuition fees at the overseas rate (i.e. non-EU students) you hold either a conditional or unconditional offer for study beginning in October 2011 you will be studying a full time programme at York (i.e. not HYMS or distance learning programmes).  For applicants of any nationality (outside the European Union), wishing to study any subject (excluding HYMS students) at any level as a full-time student at the University of York. The scholarship is worth one-third or one-sixth of the overseas tuition fee for each year of successful study. This is a competitive scholarship based on academic merit and financial need. For current University of York Masters students who are progressing to PhD studies at the University of York. The scholarship is worth £5,000 as a deduction from tuition fees.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 30 April 2011

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2011-Taylor’s World Class Scholarship, Malaysia

Taylor’s in collaboration with leading world-class multinationals, is once again awarding full scholarships to outstanding students with exceptional academic results and leadership qualities in the Taylor’s World Class Scholarship (TWCS) 2011. This unique scholarship offers not only financial aid, but also the golden opportunity to intern or train with global brand names. This marks the sixth consecutive year of the scholarship scheme which has, to date, disbursed over RM7.8 million in scholarships that has benefited 93 students. This scholarship is truly one-of-a-kind, as not only do the recipients benefit from academic and soft skills development, they are also given the opportunity to acquire hands-on experience with world-renowned multinationals.

Unlike conventional scholarships that only provide financial assistance, TWCS recipients are guaranteed practical training with some of the world’s most successful companies. The internship is carried out during the semester break of their degree course, and/or as a management training stint upon graduation, providing scholars with global recognition and the added edge to succeed in their careers after graduation. This year the scholarships are offered in partnership with:
•Full tuition fee waiver for stipulated tertiary programmes conducted at Taylor’s University in Malaysia
•Experience World Class internships and / or undergo management training programmes* (a 6-month minimum programme) at leading international corporations (subject to the discretion of the partner corporations)
•Global recognition

Scholarship Application Deadline: 8 April 2011

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