Leventis Fellowship for Nigerian Applicants at SOAS, University of London in UK, 2014

August 07, 2013

Leventis Foundation is funding fellowship for younger scholars to develop their research interests in the field of libraries and archives and to participate in the intellectual life of the Center. Nigerian academics are eligible for this research fellowship. Duration of fellowship is of three months. The scheme might be particularly appropriate for scholars working up a PhD thesis into publishable form. Send your application by post.

Study Subject(s): The fellowship is awarded in libraries and archives and to participate in the intellectual life of the Centre.
 
Course Level: This fellowship is for pursuing research level at SOAS, University of London in UK.
 
Scholarship Provider: Leventis Foundation
 
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility:
-Applications from Nigerian academics to take part in a scheme of collaborative research.
-The scheme might be particularly appropriate for scholars working up a PhD thesis into publishable form.

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Nigerian academics are eligible for this fellowship research.

Scholarship Description: The Centre of African Studies of the University of London invites applications from Nigerian academics to take part in a scheme of collaborative research funded by the Leventis Foundation.
 
Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): Applicants are invited to apply to spend three months as visitors of the Center of African Studies.

Notification: Letters will be sent to the applicants informing them of the Committee’s decision soon after the deadline of 31 May.

How to Apply: The mode of applying is by post.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is 31 May 2014.

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SYLFF Fellowships for UK/EU and International Students at University of Sussex in UK, 2014

Tokyo Foundation offers SYLFF fellowships for UK/EU and international students. Fellowships are available for pursuing postgraduate master’s degree level at University of Sussex in UK. Total three fellowships are offered in which two fellowships for Home/EU students of up to £6,000 reduction in fee and one fellowship for a non-EU student of up to £13,500 reduction in fees. The application deadline is 31 March 2014.

Study Subject(s): Fellowships are provided in the field of Anthropology of Development & Social Transformation, Anthropology, Contemporary European Studies, Development Economics, Environment, Development & Policy, Gender and Development, Gender Studies, Global Political Economy, Human Rights, International Criminal Law, International Economics, International Relations, Science and Technology Policy and Technology & Innovation Management at University of Sussex.
 
Course Level: Fellowships are available for pursuing postgraduate master’s degree level at University of Sussex.
 
Scholarship Provider: Tokyo Foundation
 
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility:
-UK, Europe (Non-UK), International (Non-UK/EU) Students can apply.
-Students are eligible to be considered for a SYLFF Fellowship if they are national of and resident of Albania, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Macedonia, Moldova, Russia (Russian Federation), Serbia and Montenegro, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Kingdom and Uzbekistan.


Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of UK/EU and international students can apply for these scholarships. (Applicants are eligible to be considered for a SYLFF Fellowship if they are national of and resident in one of the countries: Albania, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Macedonia, Moldova, Russia (Russian Federation), Serbia and Montenegro, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Kingdom and Uzbekistan)

Scholarship Description: Under a trust funded by the Tokyo Foundation, three fellowships at the University of Sussex are being offered with the objective of educating graduate students who have high potential for future leadership in international affairs.

Number of award(s): There are three Fellowships for tuition fees:
-Two Fellowships for a Home / EU students of up to £6,000 reduction in fees
-One Fellowship for a non-EU student of up to £13,500 reduction in fees

Duration of award(s): Not Known

What does it cover? Total offer is for Tuition Fees.

Selection criteria: The scholarships will be awarded for who have high potential for future leadership in international affairs.

Notification: Both the successful and non successful applicants will be informed by email of the outcome of their application by 10th June.

How to Apply: Applicants will need to have returned the application form to the Student Funding Team.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31 March 2014.

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Scholarships for International Students at University of the Arts London in UK, 2013/14

University of the Arts London offers Vice-Chancellor’s scholarships for UK/EU and international students. These scholarships are only available to applicants who will start a new postgraduate course at University of the Arts London in the 2013/14 academic year. These awards are not available to those continuing their existing UAL postgraduate studies in 2013/14.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided to study any one of the courses offered by the University of the Arts London in UK.
 
Course Level: The scholarships are available for pursuing postgraduate degree level at University of the Arts London in UK.
 
Scholarship Provider: University of the Arts London, UK
 
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility: -Have an offer of a place and take up their place in the 2013/14 academic year.
-Submit the course application before the end of September 2013.

Scholarship Open for International Students: UK/EU and international students can apply for these scholarships.

Scholarship Description: A number of awards are available for Home/EU and International taught master’s students across University of the Arts London, for courses starting January 2014. All taught master’s courses will be considered for scholarship funding.

Number of award(s): A number of Vice Chancellor’s postgraduate scholarships for international students are awarded and 40 additional awards of £4,000 towards fees will also be available to UK/EU status.

Duration of award(s): Not Known

What does it cover? A number of full fee waivers for Home/EU students. Both new applicants and UAL graduates will be considered. A number of Vice Chancellor’s Postgraduate Scholarships for international students, which will provide a full tuition fee waiver at the overseas rate. 40 additional awards of £4,000 towards fees will also be available to UK/EU status UAL students and graduates progressing from Undergraduate to Postgraduate study. Priority for these awards will be those applicants who come from a low income background.
-for UAL alumni: All UK/EU status University of the Arts London graduating undergraduate students who are progressing into a postgraduate course are entitled to a further £1,000 fee discount in addition to the progression bursary.

Selection Criteria: Demonstrate academic excellence which will be assessed based on :
-The quality of the applicant’s work
-The clarity of the applicant’s descriptions and insights into their work and subject
-The applicant’s potential for future development and how their practice could develop as a result of the course
-The applicant’s commitment to their practice, including their broader experience (shows, prizes, internships, community work and other activities) and long term commitment to professional practice.

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: There will be no scholarship application forms. Scholarships will be awarded based upon your course application, subsequent portfolio and interview. Recommendations will be made by Course Leaders or Programme Directors.

Scholarship Application Deadline: Submit a course application before the end of September 2013. The university will process the application in time for the consideration for a scholarship.

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LSBU Vice-Chancellor Scholarships for International Students in UK, 2014

London South Bank University offers Vice-Chancellor scholarships for UK, EU or international students in the UK. Each year up to 12 scholarships are awarded worth of £4,000 towards fees for full Masters degree programme or Research. Students can apply for a scholarship if they hold a conditional or unconditional offer for one of LSBU’s postgraduate programmes starting in the 2013/2014 academic year. Scholarships are awarded primarily on academic merit and evidence of applicants’ commitment to their future career and their previous practical or academic achievement. Application should be submitted till 30 November 2013 for January 2014 entry.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided to study any one of the courses offered by the London South Bank University (LSBU), UK
 
Course Level: The scholarships are available for pursuing master’s level programme or research degree at London South Bank University (LSBU), UK
 
Scholarship Provider: London South Bank University (LSBU), UK
 
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility: We invite you to apply for a scholarship if you hold a conditional or unconditional offer for one of LSBU’s postgraduate programmes starting in the 2013/2014 academic year. Study can be either full or part time. Courses taken across more than one year will be paid over two years, with the total amount not exceeding £4,000.
-Academic excellence (qualifications obtained from outside the UK will be assessed for equivalency using NARIC)
-Evidence of an applicant’s commitment to their future career and previous practical or academic achievement.

Scholarship Open for International Students: UK, EU or international students can apply for these scholarships.

Scholarship Description: At London South Bank University (LSBU) we understand how important a postgraduate degree is to career progression and professional fulfillment. The Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships are made possible by donations to the University’s Annual Fund from alumni and other supporters. We’re also aware that we don’t want the cost of further study to deter students and our alumni from a potentially life-changing opportunity.

Number of award(s): 12 Scholarships are offered.

Duration of award(s): Scholarships are offered for duration of course.

What does it cover? The scholarships will provide £4,000 (or £500 less than the course fees, whichever is the lower). Scholarships will be given in the form of a fees reduction at enrollment to LSBU, provided that students produce the official certificate.

Selection Criteria: Scholarships are awarded primarily on academic merit and evidence of applicants’ commitment to their future career and their previous practical or academic achievement.

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: The mode of applying is by post or email. The completed Scholarship Application Form and supporting documents should be submitted to the Project Manager in the Marketing Department.
-All information requested below must be provided.
-Applications should be legible: e.g. typed or word–processed, signed and dated.
-Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
-Scholarship applications will only be accepted from those who have accepted an offer (conditional or unconditional) of a place on the master’s level or research degree course they applied for.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 30 November 2013 for January 2014 entry.

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PhD Studentships in Glass Coatings for Automobile Application at University of Sheffield in UK

August 06, 2013

A 3 years PhD position sponsored by Johnson Matthey (JM) is available in ‘Glass coatings for Automobile Application’ from October 1st 2013. PhD Studentships are available in Glass coatings for Automobile Application at University of Sheffield-Department of Materials Science & Engineering in UK. EU, UK and international students are eligible for this PhD studentship. Applicants must have a background in Materials Science and Engineering with physics also an option. Studentship includes stipend per annum. University fees are also covered by the grant for exceptional overseas candidates. Application must be submitted electronically or by post.

Study Subject(s): The scholarship is awarded in Glass coatings for Automobile Application at University of Sheffield in UK.
 
Course Level: This studentship is for pursuing PhD Position at University of Sheffield in UK.
 
Scholarship Provider: Johnson Matthey (JM)
 
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility: -The project is an industrial CASE and open to UK, EU and International students. Candidates with a background in Materials Science and Engineering are preferred, with physics also an option.
-The PhD will give the successful candidate a strong background in science led R&D and train the student in a broad skills base of analytical techniques as well as developing a portfolio of soft-skills to encourage communication and knowledge transfer.

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: PhD Studentship is open for UK, EU and International students.

Scholarship Description: The project concerns the study and development of glass compositions for use as enamels on automobile windscreens. The student will undertake glass melting and casting and perform enameling studies to study the effect of the coating on strength of the enamel/glass composite. The strain will be quality assessed using polarized light and quantitatively evaluated using nano indentation and acoustic tests. The interface between the enamel and windscreen glass will be studied using advanced transmission electron microscopy. The student will work closely with JM and be expected to undertake short study visits at JM Sonning to perform critical experiments and to liaise with the industrial sponsor. The Department of Material Science & Engineering at the University of Sheffield, with over £80M in research income over the past decade, has an established reputation for world class research that spans metallurgy, electroceramics, polymer composites, advanced manufacturing, glass technology, bio materials, nuclear materials and functional materials. As part of the Faculty of Engineering, we contribute to the third largest engineering faculty (by research income) in the UK and have a culture of interdisciplinary research and cross faculty research groups. We are at the forefront of tackling global challenges such as climate change, sustainable energy and healthcare for an aging population. JM is one of the world’s leading R&D based companies with state of the art labs at the Sonning Common facility which are at the disposal of the project.

Number of award(s): Not Known
 Duration of award(s): A 3 years PhD position is offered at the University of Sheffield in UK.

What does it cover? The bursary will be the standard EPSRC stipend of £13,726 per annum. A top up of up to £3500 from the industrial sponsor is available, linked to the age and experience of the candidate. University fees are also covered by the grant (up to the value of a UK home fee) for exceptional overseas candidates.

Selection Criteria: Not Known

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: The mode of applying is electronically or by post.

Scholarship Application Deadline: Contact Employer

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Master’s Scholarships for International Students at Nottingham Business School in UK, 2014

Nottingham Business School of Nottingham Trent University offers master’s scholarships for UK/EU and international students. Applicants must have achieved an undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK undergraduate honours degree (minimum 2.1) and must provide a copy of their degree certificate or official university transcripts as evidence of this qualification. Application should be submitted till 29th November 2013 for 2014 session.
Study Subject(s): Courses included in the scholarship scheme are MSc Management, MSc Management and Entrepreneurial eBusiness, MSc Management and Human Resource Management, MSc Management and International Business, MSc Management and Investment Strategy, MSc Management and Marketing, MSc Marketing, MSc Marketing (Advertising and Communications),MSc Economics and Finance, MSc International Finance, MSc Strategic Accounting and Finance, MSc International Business, MSc Human Resource Management and MSc Global Business and Management.
Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing master’s degree level at Nottingham Business School in UK
Scholarship Provider: Nottingham Business School of Nottingham Trent University in UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: -Applicants are only eligible for consideration of a scholarship award if they have been offered a place on an eligible postgraduate course.
-Applicants must have achieved an undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK undergraduate honours degree (minimum 2.1) and must provide a copy of their degree certificate or official university transcripts as evidence of this qualification.
-Applicants are only able to apply once per academic year for the Masters Scholarship scheme. Unfortunately detailed feedback is not available. 
-The scholarship will only be awarded once an applicant accepts and meets the conditions of their offer to study on an eligible postgraduate course.
Scholarship Open for International Students: UK/EU and International students can apply for these scholarships.
Scholarship Description: Nottingham Business School is delighted to announce the availability of the following competitive Scholarships for our full-time Masters courses starting in September 2013 and January 2014. Please note that these Scholarships are only available to students who have been offered a place to study on their chosen Masters course within the School.
Number of award(s): Scholarships are offered for UK/EU students: Up to 12 half fee scholarships and for international students Up to 3 scholarships are available. (For 2014 session)
Duration of award(s): Not Known
What does it cover? Total offer is of: for UK/EU students: Up to 12 half fee scholarships up to the value of £4,375 each (50% of fees).
For International students: Up to 3 scholarships up to the value of £6,475 each (50% of fees).
Selection criteria: Scholarships are competitive and selection is based on academic attainment and the outlined selection criteria. It is therefore of great importance that you submit your academic documents to us, and that you give your personal statement careful thought and preparation and you refer to the criteria provided.
Notification: Applicants will be notified of their scholarship award by 20th December 2013.
How to Apply: The mode of applying is by post.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 29th November 2013 for 2014 session.

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Baillie Gifford Prize Fellowship at India Institute, King’s College London in UK, 2014/15

The Baillie Gifford Prize Fellowship at India Institute, King’s College London provides full financial support to a student on the MRes Contemporary India programme.  Fellowship is open to applicants of all nationalities. Mid-career professionals are particularly encouraged to apply. Fellowship is available in all Subjects that fall within the remit of the King’s India Institute. International Students can apply for these scholarships. The Fellowship, worth up to £30,000, will cover the tuition fees of the successful candidate, in addition to providing a stipend to cover living costs over one year for a full-time student (two years for a part-time student). The application deadline is December 13th 2013.

Study Subject(s): All Subjects that fall within the remit of the King’s India Institute. Core areas of interest at the King’s India Institute include: Politics, Public Policy and Political Economy; Anthropology and Social Change; History; Cultural Production (including the media); Foreign and Security Policy; Science, Technology and Policy in India.
 
Course Level: The Fellowship provides full financial support to a student on the MRes Contemporary India programme.  Mid-career professionals are particularly encouraged to apply.
 
Scholarship Provider: King’s India Institute, King’s College London, UK
 
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility: Open to residents of the following countries: -Fellowship is open to applicants of all nationalities. Mid-career professionals are particularly encouraged to apply.
-Applicable subjects: All Subjects that fall within the remit of the King’s India Institute

Scholarship Open for International Students: International Students can apply for these scholarships.

Scholarship Description: Applications are invited for the Baillie Gifford Prize Fellowship at the India Institute, King’s College London. The Fellowship provides full financial support to a student on the MRes Contemporary India programme. The Baillie Gifford Prize Fellowship supports the Institute’s goals of enhancing the quality of public knowledge and debate in, and about, contemporary India.  The MRes Contemporary India is a research-track Masters degree that imparts advanced training to support a student in producing an original piece of research under expert supervision. Core areas of interest at the King’s India Institute include: Politics, Public Policy and Political Economy; Anthropology and Social Change; History; Cultural Production (including the media); Foreign and Security Policy; Science, Technology and Policy in India.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): Scholarships are offered for over one year for a full-time student (two years for a part-time student).

What does it cover? Total offer is of £30,000. The Fellowship, worth up to £30,000, will cover the tuition fees of the successful candidate, in addition to providing a stipend to cover living costs over one year for a full-time student (two years for a part-time student).

Selection criteria: Not Known

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: In order to apply for the Baillie Gifford Prize Fellowship 2014-15, please include a one page statement with your application to the MRes Contemporary India describing your academic background, and where relevant your professional experience, stating how your proposed research will contribute to your field. Applicants for the fellowship should submit their full application.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is December 13th 2013.

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2013 Gates Cambridge Full Scholarships For International Students

August 05, 2013

Gates Cambridge Scholarships are highly competitive full-cost scholarships. They are awarded to outstanding applicants from countries outside the UK to pursue a full-time postgraduate degree in any subject available at the University of Cambridge.

Host Institution(s):

University of Cambridge in United Kingdom

Field of study:

Any field of study offered at the University.

Number of Awards:

Gates Cambridge Scholarships are extremely competitive: over 4,000 applicants apply for 90 Scholarships each year.

Target group:

Citizens of any country outside the United Kingdom.

Scholarship value/inclusions:

A Gates Cambridge Scholarship covers the full cost of studying at Cambridge, namely:

1. the University Composition Fee and College fees at the appropriate rate

2.a maintenance allowance for a single student (£13,000 for 12 months at the current 2012-2013 rate; pro rata for courses shorter then 12 months)

3.the cost of the most economical airfare from the scholar’s normal country of residence to the UK at the beginning of their course and the cost of the most economical airfare from the UK to the scholar’s normal country of residence at the end of the course

The Trust also considers applications for several types of additional funding on a discretionary basis such as family allowance, conference attendance, fieldwork allowance, some fourth year funding for PhD scholars and hardship funding.

Eligibility:

 You can apply for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship if you are:

• a citizen of any country outside the United Kingdom.

• applying to pursue one of the following full-time residential courses of study: PhD (three year research-only degree); MSc or MLitt (two year research-only degree); or a one year postgraduate course (e.g. MPhil, LLM, MASt, Diploma, MBA etc.)

• already a student at Cambridge and want to apply for a new postgraduate course. For example, if you are studying for an MPhil you can apply for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship to do a PhD. However, if you have already started a course, you cannot apply for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship to fund the rest of it.

• already a Gates Cambridge Scholar and want to apply for a second Scholarship. You must apply by the second, international deadline and go through the same process of departmental ranking, 

\shortlisting and interviewing as all other candidates.

Application instructions:

The Gates Cambridge Scholarships are highly competitive scholarships and awarded on the basis of the candidate’s academic excellence, a good fit between the Scholar and the University of Cambridge, evidence of leadership potential, and a commitment to improving the lives of others.

Next applications open 1 September 2013. See the How to Apply section for further details. The deadline for applications is 3 December 2013 for citizens other than the US and 15 October 2013 for US citizens.

It is important to visit the official website (link found below) or read the FAQs for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Website:

Official Scholarship Website: http://www.gatescambridge.org/

Application Closing date : 3 December, 2013

Course Starts : October 2014

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UCLAN PhD Studentship in Languages, Literature and International Studies in UK, 2014

July 28, 2013

The University of Central Lancashire is providing PhD Studentship in the school of Languages, Literature and International Studies. UK/EU and International students can apply for this Studentship. The full-time PhD (via MPhil) studentship is offered for research on, ‘Exploration of race and nation in nineteenth century American theatre and performance cultures: playwriting, performance and (international) reception’. Applicants should be able to demonstrate experience of working with historical sources and the ability to work to targets and timescales efficiently. The studentship will cover the cost of tuition fees at UK/EU rates plus a maintenance grant of £13,726 (2013/14 rate). International applicants may apply but will be expected to pay the difference between the UK/EU and International Fee Rate. The successful applicant will start on 1 January 2014.
Study Subject (s): The full-time PhD (via MPhil) studentship project title will be ‘Exploration of race and nation in nineteenth century American theatre and performance cultures: playwriting, performance and (international) reception’. Studentship is provided by the School of Languages, Literature and International Studies at the University of Central Lancashire in UK.
Course Level: This studentship is available for pursuing  a full-time PhD (via MPhil) degree level at the University of Central Lancashire in UK.
Scholarship Provider: UCLAN university of Central Lancashire in UK.
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: Applications are invited from candidates with an MA and/or an upper second class honours degree upper second class honours degree in relevant disciplines such as American Studies, Literary Studies, or Drama and Theatre Studies, and an interest in the broad area of theatre history. They should be able to demonstrate experience of working with historical sources and the ability to work to targets and time scales efficiently.
Scholarship Open for International Students: UK/EU and international students can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: Applications are invited for a full-time PhD (via MPhil) studentship in the School of Language, Literature and International Studies. The studentship is tenable for up to 3 years [subject to satisfactory progress] and will cover the cost of tuition fees at UK/EU rates plus a maintenance grant of £13,726 (2013/14 rate). International applicants may apply but will be expected to pay the difference between the UK/EU and International Fee Rate. The successful applicant will start on 1 January 2014.
Number of award (s): Not Known
Duration of award (s): The studentship is tenable for up to 3 years.
What does it cover? The studentship will cover the cost of tuition fees at UK/EU rates plus a maintenance grant of £13,726 (2013/14 rate). International applicants may apply but will be expected to pay the difference between the UK/EU and International Fee Rate.
Selection criteria: Not Known
Notification: Not Known
How to Apply: The mode of applying is by post.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31st October 2013.

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RAU Outstanding Achievers Scholarships for UK & Overseas Students in UK, 2013

Royal Agricultural University offers outstanding achievers scholarships for UK and International Students in UK. The scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degree level. New or current students are eligible for these scholarships. Scholarships will be awarded on academic/sporting merit by past, current and potential achievements by the Scholarship Committee. Application should be submitted till 31st July 2013.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided for the courses offered by the Royal Agricultural University in UK.
Course Level: The scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degree level at Royal Agricultural University in UK
Scholarship Provider: Royal Agricultural University in UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: New or current, UK or OS, undergraduate or postgraduate Students having academic excellence, leadership, motivation to succeed.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Domestic or International students can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: These scholarships are awarded to students who can demonstrate achievements in one or more of the following: Attainment of academic excellence, Contribution to extra-curricular activities, Overcoming of hardship (handicap or deprivation), Leadership, motivation, determination to succeed. Decisions of the Scholarship Committee are final and no correspondence will be entered into with any candidate. In any event all candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application.
Number of award(s):  Not Known
Duration of award(s): Not Known
What does it cover? The scholarships will provide £250 – £3,000
Selection criteria: These scholarships are awarded to students who can demonstrate achievements in one or more of the following: –Attainment of academic excellence,
-Contribution to extra-curricular activities,
-Overcoming of hardship (handicap or deprivation),
-leadership, motivation, determination to succeed.
Notification: The Scholarships Committee will review applications and inform applicants of the outcome prior to the start of term.
How to Apply: Applications should be sent to the University by 31st July using the online application form, together with supporting evidence. Please download and ask the referee to complete the Scholarship Reference Form; the referee should be the most recent school/university tutor or employer.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31st July 2013.

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Manchester Law School’s Scholarship Scheme in UK, 2013/14

July 13, 2013

Manchester Law School’s, Manchester Metropolitan University is offering full-time or part-time Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) and Legal Practice Course (LPC) Scholarships in UK. EU and UK students are eligible for this law scholarship. Total five scholarships are awarded which cover the 50% tuition fees. Selection criteria are application form/at interview, academic record, experience, achievements and interests and English language proficiency. Application should be received on 16th August 2013 by post or email.
Study Subject (s): This scholarship is awarded in Law at Manchester Law School’s in UK.
Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) and Legal Practice Course at Manchester Law School’s in UK.
Scholarship Provider: Manchester Law School
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: -The MMU Graduate Diploma in Law Scholarships: Two GDL scholarship awards of 50% off tuition fees to be used towards the full-time or part-time MMU Graduate Diploma in Law starting in September 2013.
-The MMU Legal Practice Course Scholarship: Three £3000 LPC scholarship awards to be used towards the full time or part time (must be stages one and two) MMU Legal Practice Course fees for the course starting in September 2013.
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: EU (Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Serbia and Montenegro, Slovakia (Slovak Republic), Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, Vatican City) and UK students are eligible for this law scholarship.
Scholarship Description: The MMU Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) and Legal Practice Course (LPC) Scholarships will be awarded at the absolute discretion of MMU to successful candidates who have submitted either a digital or written scholarship application form. The scholarship awards available to successful candidates, who meet the required criteria.
Number of awards(s): Two GDL scholarship and three £3000 LPC scholarships are awarded.
Duration of award (s): Not Known
What does it cover? Two GDL scholarship awards of 50% off tuition fees to be used towards the full-time or part-time MMU Graduate Diploma in Law starting in September 2013. The MMU Legal Practice Course Scholarship: Three £3000 LPC scholarship awards to be used towards the full time or part time (must be stages one and two) MMU Legal Practice Course fees for the course starting in September 2013.
Selection Criteria:
-Presentation and content on the application form/at interview
-Academic performance -Appropriate experience
-Achievements and interests
-English language fluency Entries will be judged by an MMU panel, comprising MMU legal professionals.
Notification: Successful entrants will be notified by post on 23rd August 2013.
How to Apply: The mode of applying is electronically or by post.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is 16th August 2013.

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Government of the Republic of Macedonia Scholarships for Foreign Students, 2013/2014

July 10, 2013

The Government of the Republic of Macedonia is offering full undergraduate academic scholarships. International students are eligible for this undergraduate scholarship. Proof of english proficiency is required.  Five scholarships for OAR members and one scholarship will be awarded for other countries. Scholarship is granted to outstanding students not older than 22 years. Scholarships are tenable at the University of Information Science and Technology “St Paul the Apostle” in Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia. Online application should be submitted by 31.07.2013.
Study Subject(s): The scholarship is available for those students who wish to pursue undergraduate studies in one of the following programmes:
(1) Communication Networks and Security;
(2) Computer Science and Engineering;
(3) Information Systems, Visualization, Multimedia and Animation;
(4) Information Theory and Analysis and
(5) Machine Intelligence and Robotics.
Course Level: The scholarship is available for pursuing undergraduate degree at the University of Information Science and Technology “St Paul the Apostle” in Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia.
Scholarship Provider: Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Macedonia
Scholarship can be taken at: Macedonia
Eligibility:
-The scholarships are available to outstanding students, not older than 22 years old.
- Applicants who have not completed their high school education by 01 April 2013 may receive a conditional offer for admission pending their high school diploma. Successful applicants must finalise their high school studies and submit their transcript and diploma no later than 01 August 2013;
-Successful applicants will sign a contract with the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Macedonia. The contract will stipulate that the scholarship provides funds for the first academic year and subsequently for the rest of the three years of the undergraduate studies, provided that the student satisfactory concludes the first year of studies;
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: The students of Algeria, Angola, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cameron, People’s Republic of China, Croatia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Estonia, Ethiopia, Gabon, Georgia, Ghana, Indonesia, Israel, India, Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Lithuania, Malaysia, Moldova, Mongolia, Morocco, Oman, Pakistan, Portugal, Qatar, Poland, Romania, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Sri Lanka, Slovakia, United Republic of Tanzania, Thailand, Tunisia, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Uzbekistan, Nigeria and Vietnam can apply for the scholarship.
Scholarship Description: The Government of the Republic of Macedonia announces the Call for Applications for full undergraduate scholarships, initiating for the academic 2013/2014, at the University of Information Science and Technology “St Paul the Apostle” in Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia.
Number of award(s): One full scholarship will be awarded.
Duration of award(s): The scholarship provides funds for the first academic year and subsequently for the rest of the three years of the undergraduate studies, provided that the student satisfactory concludes the first year of studies.
What does it cover? The scholarship provides for:
-full tuition fees;
-visa and residence permit fees (proof of good health condition and immunization chart is required);
-return air fare from the applicant’s home country;
-accommodation and food (full board) in the University dorm “Nikola Karev” in Ohrid, the Republic of Macedonia;
-health insurance;
-additional monthly allowance of 5000 MKD (approximately 82 EUR);
How to Apply: Applications can be submitted online, by post or e-mail. Candidates are required to submit an online application, which will be available on the official scholarship web site of the Ministry of Education and Science or submitted in hard copy to the appropriate Ministry of Education of the applicant’s home country orin electronic version. All students must send attached scanned copies of the required documents and Application form to : biljana.zafirovska-at-mon.gov.mk.
Required Documents:
-Application Form
-Official high school diploma or certificate (where applicable);
-Official transcripts;
-Proof of English proficiency. All students whose first language is not English are required to provide evidence that their spoken and written command of the English language is appropriate for the programme they are applying. The required evidence may take the form of either: Substantial education (minimum 15 months) conducted in English and undertaken no more than two years prior to the date of enrolment and Acceptable English language qualification or test result. The qualification or test results must have been awarded no more than two years prior to the proposed date of enrolment.
Accepted results are:
- Grade C or better in English Language at GCSE / GCEO
- Grade C or better in English First Language at IGCSE
- Grade B or better in English Second Language at IGCSE
- An overall band of 6.5 or better in IELTS
- A score of 550 or better in the paper-based TOEFL (213 for computer-based, 80for internet-based)
- Subscores of 550 or better in Critical Reading and 550 or better in Writing in SAT
- Grade 4 or better in the Higher Level English Language (B Syllabus); or grade 5 or better in the Standard Level English Language (B Syllabus); or grade 4 or better in the Higher or Standard Level English Language (A1 or A2 Syllabus);or grade 4 or better in the Standard Level English – Text and Performance; or grade 4 or better in the Standard Level English – Literature and Performance (A1 syllabus) at International Baccalaureate.
Official document certifying the candidate has no criminal convictions and is not under criminal investigation at the moment of application. Candidates should note that with the exception to some countries, these are two separate documents;
Official general medical report, including medical tests for HIV and Hepatitis C;
An electronic copy of Passport which must be valid for the next 3 calendar years;
In addition, as part of the application candidates are required to summit contact details from two academic professors/teachers, who will provide letters of recommendation for the candidate. Candidates are advised to notify the professors ahead of time, in order for the references to be submitted within the application deadline. Both letters are confidential. In case they are sent in the form of hard copy, the documents must be sent in a sealed envelope, signed by the referee across the seal.
Scholarship Application Deadline: Deadline for submission of the application 01 June 2012.
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Country Scholarships at University of Surrey in UK, 2013/14

July 05, 2013

University of Surrey is offering country scholarships for Students of Bangladesh, Egypt, India, Kuwait, Nigeria, Qatar, UAE and Vietnam. Students must be considered an overseas student for fees purposes and hold an unconditional offer to enter. Scholarship is awarded on competitive basis. The deadline for applications is 1st August preceding the start of  programme in September/October.
Study Subject(s): The scholarship is provided to learn any of the course offered by the University of Surrey.
Course Level: This scholarship is for pursuing undergraduate and taught postgraduate programme.
Scholarship Provider: University of Surrey
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility:- At least the equivalent of A*AA at A-level if you are entering an undergraduate programme
•The equivalent of a UK first-class honours degree if you are entering a postgraduate taught programme
•Lack of any other scholarship, either from the University of Surrey, the NHS or from your home country. Status as a self-funding student
•Willingness to act as an ambassador for the University in your home country, either on graduation or during vacations
•Contribution to diversity at the University in terms of nationality, subject of study and level of study To be eligible for a Santander Country Scholarship you must hold an unconditional offer to enter:
•A taught postgraduate programme
•Year 1 of an undergraduate programme, applied for via UCAS with Surrey as your original firm choice.
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Students of Bangladesh, Egypt, India , Kuwait, Nigeria, Qatar, UAE and Vietnam can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: University of Surrey we are proud to have a global community right here on our campus. With nearly 4,000 international students from over 140 different nationalities studying with us, we are one of the most culturally diverse universities in the country. We are also a member of Santander Universities, a worldwide network of over 800 tertiary education institutions. Santander Universities Global Division generously supports Surrey’s international engagement through sponsorship of student and staff mobility, language programmes and entrepreneurship initiatives.
Number of award(s): Not Known
Duration of award(s): Not Known
What does it cover? These scholarships are worth £3,000 for the first year of study, in the form of a fee waiver, to citizens.
Selection Criteria: Surrey Country Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis.
Notification: Not Known
How to Apply: The mode of applying is online. Applications for all three types of scholarship can be made via the same online application form.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is 1st August.

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Keycom Scholarships for International Students at University of Edinburgh in UK, 2013

Keycom is offering two scholarships for undergraduate study at the University of Edinburgh. UK/EU and International students are eligible to apply. The scholarship is awarded in Business, Engineering, Informatics, and Mathematics on the basis of academic criteria. Each scholarship has a value of £1,000 per year, paid directly to the student and offered paid summer work with Keycom as part of their award. Application deadline is 2nd August 2013.
Study Subject (s): The scholarship is awarded in Business, Engineering, Informatics, and Mathematics at University of Edinburgh in UK.
Course Level: This scholarship is for pursuing undergraduate program at the University of Edinburgh, UK
Scholarship Provider: Keycom
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: The scholarship is awarded broadly on the basis of academic merit. Any student (UK/EU/International) is eligible who has accepted an offer for full-time admission to an undergraduate program of study in one of the following schools: -The Business School -The School of Engineering -The School of Informatics -The School of Mathematics The scholarship is not available to students already on the program.
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Any student UK/EU (Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Serbia and Montenegro, Slovakia (Slovak Republic), Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, Vatican City) International is eligible for apply.
Scholarship Description: Each scholarship has a value of £1,000 per year, paid directly to the student. Awards are tenable for the duration of the program of study. Successful applicants may also be offered paid summer work with Keycom as part of their award.
Number of awards offered: Two scholarships are offered.
Duration of award (s): Not Known
What does it cover? Each scholarship has a value of £1,000 per year, paid directly to the student. Awards are tenable for the duration of the program of study. Successful applicants may also be offered paid summer work with Keycom as part of their award.
Selection Criteria: The scholarship is awarded broadly on the basis of academic merit.
Notification: Applicants should be aware that they may be required to attend an interview as part of the selection process. A Selection Committee will meet in early October 2013 to select the scholarship holders. The winners of the scholarship will be announced in October 2013.
How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.
Scholarship Application Deadline: All applications must be submitted no later than 2 August 2013.
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2013/14 University of Bedfordshire Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship for Undergraduate Students in UK

University of Bedfordshire is providing scholarship for undergraduate students in UK. Applicants must be a new, first year student on, or have applied for, a full time BA/BSc/BEd degree for which the maximum allowable fee is charged for UK/EU student. One scholarship worth up to £27,000 in value over 3 years is offered. Scholarships will be awarded only to students who are fully registered at the University for the 2013/14 academic year. Scholarships will be awarded only to students who are fully registered at the University for the 2013/14 academic year. Application should be submitted till November 15, 2013.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided for courses offered by University of Bedfordshire in UK
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate degree level at University of Bedfordshire in UK.
Scholarship Provider: University of Bedfordshire, UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: -Applicants must be a new, first year student on, or have applied for, a full time BA/BSc/BEd degree for which the maximum allowable fee is charged for Home/EU student;
-Open to applicants based in UK/EU who are not on a NHS/TA funded course;
-Applicants must be on, or have applied for, a course delivered at the University of Bedfordshire and not at an accredited partner college
Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of UK/EU(Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden) can apply for this scholarship (Applicants should not on a NHS/TA funded course).
Scholarship Description:  This scholarship is for students who are talented and gifted within their chosen subject area and is worth up to £27,000 in value over 3 years. One scholarship is available to one student per year in each University of Bedfordshire Faculty. The Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship is only available to new, first year Home/EU students who meet the eligibility criteria. Applications received by the deadline will be considered by the Faculty Finance Officers and be subject to consideration by the Dean of the Faculty where the course of study will be taking place. The Dean of Faculty will recommend from a shortlist of applicants a suitable candidate to the Vice Chancellor who will make a final decision.
Number of award(s): One scholarship is available to one student per year in each University of Bedfordshire Faculty.
Duration of award(s): Scholarship is offered for 3 years.
What does it cover? The scholarship is worth up to £27,000 in value over 3 years.
Selection Criteria: The Dean of Faculty will recommend from a shortlist of applicants a suitable candidate to the Vice Chancellor who will make a final decision.
Notification: Not Known
How to Apply: The mode of applying is online. As part of the application form applicant must include a supporting statement detailing how you will benefit from the award of the scholarship and your academic achievements within your chosen subject area to date which could include any exam results you have achieved, predicted grades or school prizes.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is November 15, 2013.
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Fiona Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship for Women Applicants in UK, 2014

The Fiona Foundation offers undergraduate scholarship for women applicants in the field of chemical engineering and advanced materials at Newcastle University in UK. To be eligible for this award an applicant must have and be able to demonstrate financial need for the award. An award of £1,500 for the first year of study only may be made and an additional scholarship of £1,500 will be offered to a second or third year female student studying in the School of Chemical Engineering and Advanced Materials in 2014. Applications must be received no later than 14th November.
Study Subject (s): Scholarship is provided in the field of chemical engineering and advanced materials.
Course Level: Scholarship is available for pursuing undergraduate degree level at Newcastle University, UK.
Scholarship Provider: The Fiona Foundation
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: To be eligible for this award an applicant must:
-Be a female undergraduate home student, ordinarily resident in the UK
-Have applied to study in the School of Chemical Engineering and Advanced Materials
-Have and be able to demonstrate financial need for the award
-Have applied for the full student loan to which you are entitled, and be able to produce evidence of this.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Only female UK student can apply for the scholarship.
Scholarship Description: A scholarship is available to a female UK student accepted on to an undergraduate degree programme in the School of Chemical Engineering and Advanced Materials. An award of £1,500 for the first year of study only may be made and application is by a competitive process.
Number of award (s): A scholarship is available to a female UK student.
Duration of award (s): Scholarship is offered for the first year of study only may be made and application is by a competitive process.
What does it cover? An award of £1,500 for the first year of study only may be made and application is by a competitive process. In 2014, an additional scholarship of £1,500 will be offered to a second or third year female student studying in the School of Chemical Engineering and Advanced Materials.
Selection Criteria: Applications will be judged on financial need, academic potential, enthusiasm and aptitude for the chosen programme of study.
Notification: Not Known
How to Apply: The mode of applying is by post.
-A covering letter giving information on why you need the award, your reasons for applying for your course, and any other information you feel is relevant.
-A brief CV – no more than 2 sides of A4.
-A copy of proof of entitlement to a student loan.
-A copy of your passport or birth certificate. Please do not send original documents.
Scholarship Application Deadline: Applications must be received no later than 14 November.
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Afren One Planet MBA Scholarship at University of Exeter in UK, 2013/14

University of Exeter offers Afren one planet MBA scholarship in 2013/14. The Scholarship is valued at £35,000, which covers the full One Planet MBA tuition fee, as well as a contribution towards accommodation and living expenses. The students of Cote D’Ivoire, Ghana, Iraqi Kurdistan, Kenya, Madagascar, Nigeria, Seychelles and Tanzania can apply for this scholarship. The Scholarship is valued at £35,000, which covers the full One Planet MBA tuition fee for 2013/14, as well as a contribution towards accommodation and living expenses. The application deadline is 15^th July 2013.
Study Subject (s): Scholarship is provided in the field of business administration offered by the University of Exeter in UK
Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing master’s degree level at University of Exeter in UK
Scholarship Provider: University of Exeter in UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: – Meet the full entry requirements for the One Planet MBA.
-Have a background or demonstrable interest in the oil and gas sector.
-Be a resident of one of the following countries/regions: Cote D’Ivoire, Ghana, Iraqi Kurdistan, Kenya, Madagascar, Nigeria, Seychelles, and Tanzania.
Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of Cote D’Ivoire, Ghana, Iraqi Kurdistan, Kenya, Madagascar, Nigeria, Seychelles, Tanzania can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: University of Exeter is delighted to be able to offer the Afren Scholarship for applicants to the One Planet MBA in 2013/14. The Scholarship is valued at £35,000, which covers the full One Planet MBA tuition fee for 2013/14, as well as a contribution towards accommodation and living expenses.
Number of award (s): Not Known
Duration of award (s): Not Known
What does it cover? The Scholarship is valued at £35,000, which covers the full One Planet MBA tuition fee for 2013/14, as well as a contribution towards accommodation and living expenses.
 Selection criteria: The scholarships will be awarded on a competitive basis. The criteria include academic qualifications, relevant work experience and skills and the quality of your answers to the questions posed in the Scholarship Application Form.
Notification: Applicants will be notified of the result of their scholarship application by 31^st July 2013.
 How to Apply: The mode of applying is by email.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 15^th July 2013.
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Fiona Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship for Women Applicants in UK, 2014

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The Fiona Foundation offers undergraduate scholarship for women applicants in the field of chemical engineering and advanced materials at Newcastle University in UK. To be eligible for this award an applicant must have and be able to demonstrate financial need for the award. An award of £1,500 for the first year of study only may be made and an additional scholarship of £1,500 will be offered to a second or third year female student studying in the School of Chemical Engineering and Advanced Materials in 2014. Applications must be received no later than 14th November.
Study Subject (s): Scholarship is provided in the field of chemical engineering and advanced materials.
Course Level: Scholarship is available for pursuing undergraduate degree level at Newcastle University, UK.
Scholarship Provider: The Fiona Foundation
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: To be eligible for this award an applicant must:
-Be a female undergraduate home student, ordinarily resident in the UK
-Have applied to study in the School of Chemical Engineering and Advanced Materials
-Have and be able to demonstrate financial need for the award
-Have applied for the full student loan to which you are entitled, and be able to produce evidence of this.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Only female UK student can apply for the scholarship.
Scholarship Description: A scholarship is available to a female UK student accepted on to an undergraduate degree programme in the School of Chemical Engineering and Advanced Materials. An award of £1,500 for the first year of study only may be made and application is by a competitive process.
Number of award (s): A scholarship is available to a female UK student.
Duration of award (s): Scholarship is offered for the first year of study only may be made and application is by a competitive process.
What does it cover? An award of £1,500 for the first year of study only may be made and application is by a competitive process. In 2014, an additional scholarship of £1,500 will be offered to a second or third year female student studying in the School of Chemical Engineering and Advanced Materials.
Selection Criteria: Applications will be judged on financial need, academic potential, enthusiasm and aptitude for the chosen programme of study.
Notification: Not Known
How to Apply: The mode of applying is by post.
-A covering letter giving information on why you need the award, your reasons for applying for your course, and any other information you feel is relevant.
-A brief CV – no more than 2 sides of A4.
-A copy of proof of entitlement to a student loan.
-A copy of your passport or birth certificate. Please do not send original documents.
Scholarship Application Deadline: Applications must be received no later than 14 November.

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University of Abertay Dundee Overseas Student Scholarships in UK, 2013/2014

University of Abertay Dundee is funding International Scholarships for students living outside the European Union and the European Free Trade Area and who are liable to pay overseas tuition fees. Various Academic Merit and Personal Achievement Scholarships are offered. The Overseas Student Scholarship Fund will support individual scholarships based on academic merit, and/or personal achievement in either sports or music. Scholarship is available for international students living outside the EU and enrolled for undergraduate and postgraduate study at Abertay for September 2013. Students may apply multiple scholarships but only one scholarship is awarded. Scholarship deadline is 31st July 2013.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided to learn any of the courses offered by the University of Abertay Dundee in UK.

Course Level: Scholarships are for pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degree at University of Abertay Dundee in UK.
Scholarship Provider: University of Abertay Dundee
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: -Students living outside the European Union and the European Free Trade Area, who are liable to pay overseas tuition fees and whom the University of Abertay Dundee believes would bring to the University additional personal and academic qualities
-Awards are only available to candidates eligible to pay full-time overseas tuition fees.
-Applicants must be available to take up their place on the course in September 2013.
-The Academic Merit Scholarships will be available to those with outstanding academic merit, based on their proven  academic record at school and/or college and/or university at the point of application.
-The Personal Achievement Scholarships will be available to those applicants whose personal achievements in sport or music demonstrate a commitment and determination to excel in other aspects of life.
-Applicants can only apply for a scholarship if they have submitted an application for a place on a degree or postgraduate programme at Abertay.
-Level of musical/sporting achievement required: We would expect that you will be able to submit evidence of having achieved an advanced level by a recognised body in the musical or sporting world.
(a)Music: Evidence of successful examination performance (e.g. Associated Board Examinations or equivalent) and/or selection to play in a regional or national orchestra or other major successful musical group.
(b)Sport: Evidence of selection to a regional or national team or recognised qualifications from an approved sporting body/
association. Applicants for golf should submit evidence of their handicap.
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: International students can apply for these scholarships (Scholarships are open to students living outside the European Union and the European Free Trade Area).
Scholarship Description: The Overseas Student Scholarship Fund is open to students living outside the European Union and the European Free Trade Area, who are liable to pay overseas tuition fees and whom the University of Abertay Dundee believes would bring to the University additional personal and academic qualities. The Fund will support individual scholarships based on academic merit, and/or personal achievement in either sports or music. They will be available for students enrolling for study at Abertay in September 2013. The value of each scholarship award will be directly related to the quality of the individual’s academic merit and/or his or her personal achievements in sport or music.
All Academic Merit/Personal Achievement Scholarships:
Academic Merit Scholarships:- Academic Merit Award: Awarded to those who have academic  merit above the normal requirement for the chosen degree programme.
-Academic Excellence Award: Awarded to those who have academic merit significantly above the normal requirement for the chosen degree programme.
-Outstanding Academic Merit Award: Awarded to those who have excellent academic merit in relation to their chosen degree programme.
-Exceptional Award: Awarded to those who have excellent academic merit in relation to their chosen degree programme and a breadth of academic achievement in a range of subjects beyond those which are relevant to their chosen course.
(2)Personal Achievement Scholarships:-Personal Achievement Merit Award: Awarded to those who have demonstrated sporting and/or musical skills and achievements at local club level or local orchestra/band/solo performance.
-Excellent Achievement Award: Awarded to those who have demonstrated sporting and/or musical skills and achievements at regional level or regional orchestra/band/solo performance.Scholarships will not be awarded to students retaking an academic year, in whole or in part, at the same stage.
-Outstanding Achievement Award: Awarded to those who have demonstrated sporting and/or musical skills and achievements at national level or national orchestra/band/solo performance.
-Exceptional Award: Awarded to those who have demonstrated sporting and/or musical skills and achievements at international level or international orchestra/band/solo performance.
It has run a highly successful Elite Athletes programme for many years, supporting individual sports men and women who are competing at national or international level, and who have also represented the University in their sport. Among Abertay’s sporting alumni are: a women’s tae kwon do world champion, a European amateur golf champion, and international competitors for Scotland and or the UK in rugby union, judo, athletics, figure-skating, hockey, gymnastics, soccer, and waterpolo. In music, Abertay is one of only a handful of universities in the UK to have its own pipe band, linked to a thriving University traditional music club. Among the sporting scholarships will be: 11 Cricketing Excellence Scholarships, 8 Golf Handicap Scholarships, 11 Football Scholarship, 15 Rugby Union Scholarship, 5 Basketball Star Player Scholarship. Other sporting scholarships are available for Volley Ball, Hockey, Badminton, Ladies Netball, Boxing, and Snow Sports. Applicants will be asked to justify their applications through, for example, membership of their relevant regional or national sporting teams or demonstrable excellence at club level. Among the available music scholarships will be: 2 Piano Solo Performance  Scholarships, 2 Piano Ensemble Scholarships, 4 Digital Keyboard Performance Scholarship, 2 Guitar Solo Performance Scholarships, 2 Guitar Ensemble Performance Scholarship as well as scholarships for all sections of orchestral performance, as well as traditional musical instruments (non-western) and traditional western musical instruments (e.g. Fiddle, Bagpipes).  Applicants will be expected to demonstrate their achievements through certified performance skills in their chosen musical form.
Number of awards offered: Not Known
Duration of award(s): Undergraduate students who are granted a place on a University of Abertay Dundee full-time degree course and are awarded a scholarship will benefit from the scholarship funding each year, for up to four years depending on the length of their course. For taught postgraduate degrees, successful applicants will enjoy scholarship funding for the duration of their course (normally between 12 and 18 months).
What does it cover? Academic Merit Award( between £1,000 and £2,500),  Academic Excellence Award (between £2,500 and £5,500), Outstanding Academic Merit Award (between £5,500 and £8,000), Exceptional Award (between £8,000 and £9,500), Personal Achievement Merit Award (between £1,000 and £2,500), Excellent Achievement Award (between £2,500 and £5,000), Outstanding Achievement Award (between £5,500 and £8,000), Exceptional Award (between £8,000 and £9,500).
Selection Criteria: The Academic Merit Scholarships will be available to those with outstanding academic merit, based on their proven academic record at school and/or college and/or university at the point of application. The Personal Achievement Scholarships will be available to those applicants whose personal achievements in sport or music demonstrate a commitment and determination to excel in other aspects of life.
Notification: Applicants will be notified whether they have been successful within 4 weeks of the relevant closing date.
How to Apply: The mode of applying is electronically or by post.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is 31st July 2013.

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The University of Central Lancashire and Myerscough College scholarship

The University of Central Lancashire and Myerscough College offer MSc (By Research) studentship for UK/EU and International students. This studentship is provided in the School of Sport, Tourism & the outdoors. Applicants should have, or expect to receive a second class (upper division) honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in a related discipline. The studentship will cover the cost of tuition fees at UK/EU rates plus a maintenance grant of £9,000. International applicants may apply but will be expected to pay the difference between the UK/EU and International Fee Rate.
Study Subject (s): Studentship is provided for MSc (By Research) in the School of Sport, Tourism & the outdoors offered by Myerscough College. Project Title is ‘The relationship between match demands and small sided training games in football’.
Course Level: This studentship is available for pursuing MSc by research level at Myerscough College
Scholarship Provider: Myerscough College and The University of Central Lancashire in UK.
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: As a minimum requirement, applicants should have, or expect to receive a second class (upper division) honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in a related discipline. A postgraduate qualification and relevant experience in the sport physiology is desirable.
Scholarship Open for International Students: UK/EU and International students can apply for this studentship.
Scholarship Description: Applications are invited for a full-time MSc (By Research) studentship at Myerscough College within the School of Sport, Tourism & The Outdoors. The successful applicant will be based at the Centre for Research in Sport Performance, Myerscough College. The studentship is tenable for up to 1 year [subject to satisfactory progress] and will cover the cost of tuition fees at UK/EU rates plus a maintenance grant of £9,000. International applicants may apply but will be expected to pay the difference between the UK/EU and International Fee Rate. The successful applicant will start on 1 October 2013
Number of award (s): Not known.
Duration of award (s): The studentship is tenable for up to 1 year.
What does it cover? The Msc studentship will cover the cost of tuition fees at UK/EU rates plus a maintenance grant of £9,000. International applicants may apply but will be expected to pay the difference between the UK/EU and International Fee Rate.
Selection criteria: Not Known
Notification: Applicants proposed interview date is 19 July 2013.
How to Apply: The mode of applying is by post or email. Requests for an application pack (quoting the reference number RS1301) should be directed to the Graduate Research School Office or email researchadmissions-at-uclan.ac.uk
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 5^th July 2013.
Note: Current UCLAN research students will not be eligible to apply for the research studentship.

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