Doctorate Degree | Scholarship for Nigerians and Africans - Part 19

Massey University Doctoral Hardship Bursary, New Zealand

Preference will be given to students who can demonstrate financial hardship and have not been a recipient of a Massey University Doctoral or Vice Chancellor Doctoral Scholarship, and who have a record of successful progression in their doctoral study. Priority may be given to those in their final year of study. Applications must be supported by a supervisor, Head of Academic unit, or other academic mentor who is familiar with the applicant’s circumstances and academic performance. In recommending the award of a Bursary the University Scholarships Committee will take account of other scholarships and bursaries held by the applicant with a view to achieving a reasonable distribution of monies among qualifying candidates.
The bursary is open to all doctoral students who are part-time or full-time students of Massey University and studying at any of the Massey University campuses.
A one off payment towards course fees of up to $7,000 will be awarded as funds permit.

Scholarship Application Deadline:1 Oct,2011

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2011 PhD Position in Human-Computer Interaction at Uppsala University, Sweden

The candidate is supposed to participate in the department’s ongoing research in the field of human-computer interaction (HCI). More specifically, we seek a PhD candidate oriented towards research on post-representational HCI/interaction design, open innovation, and new and emerging digital practices. We seek a PhD candidate interested in doing empirical, theoretical and design-oriented research contributing to the area of HCI. We are also interested in a PhD candidate who seeks to combine areas such as architecture, cultural- and historical studies and design for the purpose of advancing the field of human-computer interaction.

Qualifications: master’s degree (candidates with any suited disciplinary and interdisciplinary background are welcome to apply), excellent command of written and spoken English.

Scholarship Application Deadline:1 June, 2011

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PhD Studentship in the Departments of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Exeter, UK

As part of our new developments and our commitment to research excellence, applications are invited from suitably qualified graduates, 2:1 or above, for a PhD studentship in the above field.  International students must also have IELTS [International English Language Testing System] score of 7 and above (or equivalent qualification).
The stipend will be £13,590 (based on full time 10/11 rate). Tuition fees will be paid at the home rate. Candidates from countries outside the European Union will be liable for the difference between ‘home student fees’ and ‘international student fees’. If you wish to be considered for this studentship you must confirm that you are able to pay the international portion of the fee.  For the 10/11 academic year this is £9200 but is likely to increase slightly each year. If you are selected you will be required to provide financial assurances.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 31 May 2011

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