Masters Degree | Scholarship for Nigerians and Africans - Part 111

Studentship for Master of Philosophy in Epidemiology or PhD in Public Health, UK

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1 year MPhil courses in Epidemiology or Public Health

3 year PhD programme in the Department of Public Health and Primary Care

1+3 year MPhil course and PhD programme in Department of Public Health and Primary Care

Internationally recognised training programmes based in the UK’s highest RAE rated 5* Epidemiology and Public Health department

MPhil in Epidemiology or Public Health

A number of MRC studentships are available to support eligible UK/EU nationals* who wish to undertake either one year Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Epidemiology or Public Health for the 2011-2012 academic year. The MPhil in Epidemiology course aims to provide students with advanced knowledge and understanding of epidemiological principles and procedures and their application to health, including advanced training in critical appraisal, statistical analysis of epidemiological data and study design.The MPhil in Public Health aims to provide students with the necessary theoretical knowledge, which when combined with appropriate practical experience, can serve as a foundation for a career as a public health professional in either a service or an academic setting.

The courses are open to medical and non-medical graduates, particularly those with a background in biomedical and quantitative sciences. Applicants should have at least a 2.1 Honours Bachelors Degree in a related field (or equivalent). Applications from individuals who wish to continue to a PhD in Epidemiology or Public health are particularly welcome (see below). Financial support may cover tuition and college fees and a generous allowance expected to be in the region of £14500 per year for living costs.

PhD programme in the Department of Public Health and Primary Care

MRC studentships are available to support eligible UK/EU nationals* who wish to undertake a PhD programme of research developed in conjunction with a supervisor. PhD projects will be based on the research aims of the Department of Public Health and Primary care. All PhD applicants are encouraged to identify a potential supervisor before applying. A list of potential supervisors, and the research interests of their groups, can be found at www.phpc.cam.ac.uk/grad/phd/SupervisorsList2011-13%20MASTER.pdf.

Applicants who have obtained a Masters or equivalent in Epidemiology, Biostatistics or Public Health and have an excellent first degree (2:1 or higher) will be considered for the 3-year PhD programme. Students without a Masters or equivalent are encouraged to apply for a 1+3 PhD programme and will first complete a relevant taught MPhil in Epidemiology or Public Health and then follow the PhD programme.

Scholarship Application Dedaline: 31 March 2011

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Fee Waiver Scholarships for MPhil/PhD at University of Sheffield, UK: Sociological Studies

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The Department of Sociological Studies has available one fee waiver (equivalent to UK/EU fees) available for up to 3 years from September 2011/2012. This will be awarded in August 2011 to the best applicant to have received an offer of a place but have no alternative funding. Please note that students can only apply for a fee waiver scholarship if they have been offered a place to study for an MPhil/PhD in the Department of Sociological Studies. To make an application to do an MPhil/PhD please go to the following link. You can apply for postgraduate study using our online application form. It is a quick and easy process. Your application can be with us and considered by an academic department within 24 hours. Please note that research students are normally registered for the degree of MPhil first. This allows us to ensure that your research is progressing well before you are upgraded to the full PhD. If you are a graduate in Medicine and wish to apply for an MD research degree, you will need to apply via a different route. To make an MD research application, please visit the School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences website.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 31 May 2011

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2011 Chancellor’s Scholarship for Trinidad and Tobago at University of Kent, UK

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Through the generosity of the Chancellor of the University, Professor Sir Robert Worcester, we have been able to establish a scholarship in support of students from Trinidad and Tobago. The scholarship will be worth £1000 (for one year of study) towards the cost of tuition fees.
Hold a valid passport issued by the Government of Trinidad and Tobago and be paying fees at the international rate.
Have satisfied the following conditions:
a.an application must have been made for a degree course at the University of Kent.
b.the applicant must have received an offer of a place on such a degree course.
c.the University must have received confirmation of the applicant’s acceptance of the offer.
d.the applicant must have demonstrated ability to fund their study programme.

At the point of application for the scholarship, you are asked to submit an original essay of between 750 to 1,000 words on the topic.Why have you chosen your selected degree programme; why have you applied to the University of Kent; and how do you see your degree at Kent preparing you for your life after graduation.All applications must include your application number, date of birth and the 750-1,000 word essay as specified above.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 31 July 2011

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