higher education | Scholarship for Nigerians and Africans - Part 5

Four Postgraduate Positions in Political Science, Sweden

The doctoral candidate programme amounts to 240 credits (which is equivalent to four years of study full time). It formally ends with the doctoral candidate publicly defending his/her printed doctoral thesis.

The holder of a postgraduate position has as his/her primary obligation to successfully fulfil his/her third cycle education ending with a PhD degree. Regulations concerning appointment as a full time postgraduate student can be found in the Higher Education Ordinance Chapter 5, 1-7 §§. The holder of a postgraduate position is expected to participate actively in the research and teaching environment of the Department. He/she will normally have to perform departmental duties, above all teaching, amounting to about 20 per cent of full time.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 2011-04-15

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2011 CALAHE Scholarship for High School Seniors and Undergraduate College Students, USA

CALAHE is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the participation of Latinos in different areas postsecondary education in Connecticut.
Award Categories:
• High School Seniors or GED equivalent
• Undergraduate College Students
Eligibility Criteria:
• Involvement with and commitment to activities that promote Latinos pursuit of higher education.
• Accepted for admission to an accredited institution of higher education
• Have a “B” average (3.0 College GPA) for all completed enrollment periods at the time of application.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• Must have been a Connecticut resident during the preceding 12 months.
• Limited to Latino students from Connecticut (except for the Rosa Quezada Memorial Education Scholarship).
• Must demonstrate financial need.
• To be eligible, applicants must be seeking their first undergraduate degree.
• Recipients of the CALAHE Scholarship must attend a scholarship reception. The date, location, and time
will be announced once the recipients have been selected.

Scholarship Application Deadline:April 15, 2011

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2012-2013 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowships for International Students, USA: Agricultural and Rural Development, Communications/Journalism, Economic Development, Educational Administration, Planning and Policy, Finance and Banking, Higher Education Administration, HIV/AIDS Policy and Prevention, Human Resource Management, Law and Human Rights

The Humphrey Fellowship Program is for experienced professionals interested in strengthening their leadership skills through a mutual exchange of knowledge and understanding about issues of common concern in the U.S. and Fellows’ home countries. As a non-degree program, the Fellowship offers valuable opportunities for professional development through selected university courses, attending conferences, networking, and practical work experiences. During the year, Fellows pursue both their individual program goals and work closely with their Humphrey colleagues in workshops and seminars. Unlike a typical graduate school experience, the Program encourages Fellows to travel away from their host campus to learn more about American culture and to network with their American peers. If you are interested in broadening your perspectives and becoming a global leader, the Humphrey Fellowship is for you.
Eligibility:undergraduate (first university or Bachelor’s) degree

  • a minimum of five years of full-time, professional experience
  • limited or no prior experience in the United States
  • demonstrated leadership qualities
  • a record of public service in the community
  • English language ability
  • Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadlines for applicants vary by country.

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