HSBC Chevening Scholarships for Postgraduate Students in UK, 2014

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Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and HSBC offer HSBC Chevening Scholarships for postgraduate students in UK. Scholars are able to study for up to 12 months in the UK at postgraduate level. Courses can be at any UK university and in any field, although the bias is towards finance- or environmental-related courses. Local HSBC representatives work closely with British Embassy or High Commission staff to interview and select high quality Scholars that meet HSBC and Chevening criteria. The closing date for receiving applications varies for each country, but the earliest closing date is 1 November 2013.

Study Subject(s): Courses can be at any UK university and in any field, although the bias is towards finance- or environmental-related courses.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing postgraduate degree at UK University.
Scholarship Provider: Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and HSBC
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility: -Chevening Scholarships enable candidates to study a one-year postgraduate Master’s course in any discipline at any UK university. Applications from all fields are accepted.
-Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country at the time of applying for the award, and intend to return there at the end of the period of study.
-Demonstrate that you have achieved the minimum Chevening English language requirement.
-Have completed at least two years’ work or equivalent experience before applying.
-Be able to obtain the correct visa, and receive an unconditional offer from a UK university

Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of Argentina, Armenia, Brazil, Chile, China, Egypt, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Kazakhstan, South Korea, Libya, Malaysia, Mexico, Occupied Palestinian Territories, Russia, South Africa, and Turkey can apply for these scholarships.

Scholarship Description: The Chevening/HSBC partnership dates back more than a decade and has supported more than 300 Chevening Scholars in that time. Nationals from the following countries are eligible to apply: Argentina, Armenia, Brazil, Chile, China, Egypt, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Kazakhstan, South Korea, Libya, Malaysia, Mexico, Occupied Palestinian Territories, Russia, South Africa and Turkey.

Duration of award(s): Scholars are able to study for up to 12 months.

What does it cover? A full Chevening Scholarship award normally comprises:
-Payment of tuition fees
-Travel to and from your country of residence 2. by an approved route for you only
-An arrival allowance
-The cost of an entry clearance (visa) 4. application for you only
-An excess baggage allowance
-A grant for the cost of preparation of a thesis 6. or dissertation (if required)
-A monthly personal living allowance (stipend) 7. to cover accommodation and living expenses
-The wider benefits of a Chevening Scholarship include a tailored engagement programme, creating opportunities for Scholars to network with fellow Scholars and alumni, the FCO, high profile speakers, and select UK organisations. Through this, the Scholarships
provide a unique opportunity for leaders of the future to build a global network of continuing professional significance and to establish social, cultural, academic and commercial partnerships with the UK.

Selection Criteria: Chevening Scholarships are for high-calibre graduates with the personal, intellectual and interpersonal qualities necessary for leadership.

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The closing date for receiving applications varies for each country, but the earliest closing date is 1 November 2013.

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Scholarship Tags: 2014, Argentina, Armenia, Brazil, Chevening, Chile, China, Egypt, Featured, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Libya, Malaysia, Master's, Mexico, Postgraduate, Russia, scholarships, SOUTH AFRICA, South Korea, Turkey, UK

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Business and Law Undergraduate Academic Excellence Scholarships in New Zealand, 2014

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Auckland University of  Technology offers undergraduate academic excellence scholarships in the field of Business and Law. All applicants for this scholarship must demonstrate a high level of academic achievement in NCEA Level 2 or higher (or in an equivalent qualification) at a secondary school. The students of New Zealand can apply for these scholarships. The application deadline is 1st September 2013.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided in the field of Business and Law at Auckland University of Technology.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate degree level at Auckland University of Technology.
Scholarship Provider: Auckland University of Technology
Scholarship can be taken at: New Zealand

Eligibility: All applicants for this scholarship must:
-Be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents.
-Be enrolling for the first time in a full-time Bachelor of Business or Bachelor of Laws programme.
-Be full-time New Zealand secondary school students in their final year of study.
-Demonstrate a high level of academic achievement in NCEA Level 2 or higher (or in an equivalent qualification) at a secondary school.

Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of New Zealand can apply for these scholarships.

Scholarship Description: The purpose of the AUT Business and Law Undergraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship is to recognize and support students who have demonstrated excellent academic achievement at secondary school and intend enrolling in the Bachelor of Business or Bachelor of Laws.

Number of award(s): The number of new scholarships to be awarded is determined annually.

Duration of award(s): The tenure of this scholarship is for up to three years of full-time study in the Bachelor of Business or four years of full-time study in the Bachelor of Laws, renewed annually.
-Annual renewal of the scholarship is based on the student achieving at least a B+ grade average at the end of each year.
-In exceptional circumstances, a recipient may apply to the Scholarships Office for a deferment of his or her scholarship

What does it cover?  The scholarship is awarded for the payment of the recipient’s tuition fees (up to a maximum of 360 points in the AUT Bachelor of Business programme or 480 points in the AUT Bachelor of Laws programme.

Selection criteria: -Recipients will be selected by the Business School Selection Panel.
-The decision of the Faculty of Business and Law scholarship selection panel is final.
-If the panel is of opinion that there is no applicant of sufficient merit, the scholarship will not be awarded.

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: The mode of applying is by post. Application requirements:
-A completed AUT Scholarship Application Form.
-Applicants must submit with their application a one-page summary of their academic achievements and leadership and service activities in the year of application.
-Applicants may be required to attend an interview.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 1st September 2013.

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Scholarship Tags: 2014, Academic, Business, Excellence, Law, New Zealand, scholarships, Undergraduate

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Principal’s Career Development PhD Scholarships for UK/EU and Overseas Students in UK, 2014/15

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The University of Edinburgh is offering a number of PhD scholarships for students starting their PhD research at the University in the 2014-2015 academic session. Scholarships are open to UK, EU and overseas students. Each scholarship covers the UK/EU rate of tuition fee as well as a stipend of £14,000. Subject to satisfactory progress, the scholarships are awarded for three years. Candidates must have, or expect to obtain, a UK first class or 2:1 honours degree at undergraduate level or the international equivalent. The application deadline is 3 February 2014.

Study Subject(s): Scholars will usually focus on one career development area. These include: teaching, public engagement, entrepreneurship, and research.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing PhD degree level at University of Edinburgh.
Scholarship Provider: University of Edinburgh, UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK  

Eligibility: -The awards are open to UK/EU and overseas students applying to start their first year of study for a research degree in 2014-2015. Award applicants should contact the School with whom they intend to study before applying for the award to ascertain whether the funding is available for the discipline involved.
-Applicants must have already applied for admission to a full-time PhD research programme of study at the University.
-They must be of outstanding academic merit and research potential. Candidates must have, or expect to obtain, a UK first class or 2:1 honours degree at undergraduate level or the international equivalent.
-Other factors such as financial status, nationality and the proposed field of study are not taken into account.
-The University will not generally consider candidates who have already obtained a PhD, or formal equivalent, as a result of direct research training.
-Candidates are required to have good English Language skills with scholarship applicants normally requiring a minimum IELTS of 7.0 acheived within the past two years. Please note that your scholarship application will not be considered if your IELTS results are not known to the University.
-Please also note that if you have applied for consecutive registration where you will start your Master’s programme of study in 2014 and your PhD the following year in 2015, that you will not be eligible to apply for a Principal’s Career Development Scholarship in 2014. Principal’s awards cannot be held concurrently with fully-funded scholarships but can be held with partial awards such as the Edinburgh Global Research Scholarships.

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

Scholarship Description: The University will offer a number of PhD scholarships for students starting their PhD research at the University in the 2014-2015 academic session. In order to attract the best and brightest PhD students, the University seeks to offer not only unparalleled research facilities and superb supervision, but also to provide development opportunities which will support our research students as they progress beyond their PhD, through an innovative programme of integrated research, training and career development. This exciting new scholarship scheme provides a valuable opportunity for postgraduate research students to undertake a package of training and development which will help them to develop the necessary skills required to meet their career choices and offer them a breadth of development opportunities in areas such as teaching, public engagement, entrepreneurship, and research.

Number of award(s): The University will offer a number of PhD scholarships for students starting their PhD research at the University in the 2014-2015 academic session.

Duration of award(s): Scholarships are offered for three years.

What does it cover? Each scholarship covers the UK/EU rate of tuition fee as well as a stipend of £14,000. Subject to satisfactory progress, the scholarships are awarded for three years.

Selection criteria: Not Known

Notification: Shortlisted candidates should expect to be invited to attend an interview which will take place either in person or by telephone. The winners of the scholarship will be announced in April 2013.

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.
-Please be sure to outline the potential contribution you can make, and the career development opportunities you wish to take under the Principal’s Career Development PhD Scholarship scheme.
-Please note that you will not be able to access the online application form unless you have applied for admission to the University of Edinburgh and have full EASE authentication.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 3 February 2014.

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Scholarship Tags: 2014, 2015, Edinburgh, EU, overseas, PhD, scholarships, students, UK, University

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Postdoctoral Fellowships at Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics in Canada, 2014

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Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics invites applications for postdoctoral positions from new and recent PhD’s working in fundamental theoretical physics. Postdoctoral positions are normally for a period of three years but outstanding candidates may also be considered for a senior postdoctoral position with a five-year term. The application deadline is November 15.

Study Subject(s): Fellowships are provided in the field of Theoretical Physics at Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics.
Course Level: Fellowships are available for pursuing postdoctoral degree level at Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics.
Scholarship Provider: Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, Canada.
Scholarship can be taken at: Canada

Eligibility: -Perimeter Institute offers a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment with maximum research freedom and opportunity to collaborate within and across fields. Our postdoctoral positions are intended for highly original and intellectually independent young theorists and offer exceptional support including a generous research and travel fund, opportunities to invite their own collaborators as visitors, and the possibility of organizing workshops and conferences.
-The Institute offers an exceptional research environment and is currently staffed with 32 full-time and part-time faculty members, 34 Distinguished Research Chairs, 55 Postdoctoral Researchers, 44 Graduate Students, 30 exceptional Masters level students participating in Perimeter Scholars International, and hosts hundreds of visitors and conference participants throughout the academic year.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Students can apply for these fellowships (All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority.).

Scholarship Description: Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics is an independent, non-profit, scientific research organization working to advance our understanding of physical laws and develop new ideas about the very essence of space, time, matter, and information. Located in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, Perimeter also provides a wide array of research training and educational outreach activities to nurture scientific talent and share the importance of discovery and innovation among students, teachers, and the general public. In partnership with the Governments of Ontario and Canada, Perimeter is a successful example of public-private collaboration in scientific research, training, and outreach. Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics invites applications for postdoctoral positions from new and recent PhD’s working in fundamental theoretical physics. Our areas of strength include classical gravity, condensed matter theory, cosmology, particle physics, quantum fields and strings, quantum foundations, quantum information and quantum gravity. We also encourage applications from scientists whose work overlap these categories or falls in more than one of them.  Our postdoctoral positions are normally for a period of three years. Outstanding candidates may also be considered for a senior postdoctoral position with a five-year term.

Number of award(s): The Institute offers an exceptional research environment and is currently staffed with 32 full-time and part-time faculty members, 34 Distinguished Research Chairs, 55 Postdoctoral Researchers, 44 Graduate Students, 30 exceptional Masters level students participating in Perimeter Scholars International, and hosts hundreds of visitors and conference participants throughout the academic year.

Duration of award(s): Fellowships are offered for for a period of three years.

What does it cover? Not Known

Selection criteria: Not Known

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: Applicants should submit: curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, a list of publications and arrange for at least three letters of reference to be sent on their behalf. Applications (including recommendation letters) must be submitted through Perimeter Institute’s online application form.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is November 15.

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Scholarship Tags: 2014, Canada, Fellowships, International, Physics, Postdoctoral, Theoretical

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2014 Kellogg/Kroc Undergraduate Research Grants in USA

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Kellogg Institute offers undergraduate research grants for students in the junior year of studies at Notre Dame and be in good academic standing. Students selected for the program will begin preparing for their summer experience through a series of orientations with the Institute. Students are strongly encouraged to attend Research Workshops provided by the Center for Undergraduate Scholarly Engagement (CUSE) to strengthen their proposals. Sophomores in the International Scholars Program may apply for a research grant through this program with permission from Holly Rivers. Sophomore ISP students should get approval at least a month in advance of the deadline. Applicants are required to notify the Kellogg Institute of any funding received from another source; in some cases the Institute may adjust the amount of its award. The application deadline is 24 February 2014.

Study Subject (s): The grants are intended for juniors whose interests include a clear international dimension related to the Kellogg Institute’s themes or the themes of the Kroc Institute. The Kellogg Institute for International Studies is committed to the pursuit of scholarly excellence and to value-driven research that helps to advance human welfare around the world. Two of the most critical issues facing humanity, democracy and human development, are at the core of the Institute’s research agenda. Of particular interest are research projects that explicitly link the themes of democracy and human development.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate research degree level at Kellogg Institute.
Scholarship Provider: Kellogg Institute in USA
Scholarship can be taken at: USA

Eligibility: Students must be in their junior year of studies at Notre Dame and be in good academic standing. They must have the endorsement and pledge of supervision from a faculty member. Freshman and sophomores seeking to do research in Africa, Asia or Latin America should see Experiencing the World Fellowships. (Exception: Sophomores in the International Scholars Program may apply for a research grant through this program with permission from Holly Rivers. Sophomore ISP students should get approval at least a month in advance of the deadline.) Students selected for the program will begin preparing for their summer experience through a series of orientations with the Institute.

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

Scholarship Description: The Kellogg and Kroc Institutes announce a Research Grants Program for undergraduate students at Notre Dame during the summer. The grants are intended for juniors whose interests include a clear international dimension related to the Kellogg Institute’s themes or the themes of the Kroc Institute. Several grants of up to $5,000 each (in exceptional, justifiable cases, the Kellogg Institute may increase this amount)will be awarded for research abroad or, if demonstrably appropriate, in the United States. Applicants are required to notify the Kellogg Institute of any funding received from another source. If duplicate funding is received, the Institute may adjust the award.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): Not Known

What does it cover? Several grants of up to $5,000 each (in exceptional, justifiable cases, the Kellogg Institute may increase this amount)will be awarded for research abroad or, if demonstrably appropriate, in the United States.

Selection criteria: Not Known

Notification: Not Known

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

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 24 February 2014.

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Scholarship Tags: 2014, GRANTS, research, Undergraduate, USA

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Call for Applications: PhD/Postdoctoral Fellowships at French Institute of South Africa, 2014

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French Institute of South Africa is offering one or two doctoral or postdoctoral fellowships or a maximum of nine months. International applicants are eligible for this fellowship. Priority will be given to applicants whose research is in line with the research programmes of the Institute. Successful applicants will receive the scientific and logistic support of IFAS and will become involved in the scientific life of the Institute by regularly taking part in the ongoing activities (conferences, seminars, conferences, publications, etc.). The application deadline is 11 December 2013.

Study Subject(s): The fellowship is awarded for research level and priority will be given to research projects which are in line with the  research programmes of the Institute: archaeology, history and memory, democratic transformations and urban dynamics, resources.
Course Level: This fellowship is offered for PhD/postdoctoral research program at French Institute of South Africa.
Scholarship Provider: French Institute of South Africa
Scholarship can be taken at: South Africa

Eligibility: Nationality will not be a condition for application. Applicants will be selected on the basis of scientific criteria only, although the integration potential of the project into the academic landscape of Southern Africa will be taken into consideration. Priority will be given to applicants whose research is in line with the research programmes of the Institute:

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: International applicants are eligible for this Postdoctoral/PhD fellowship.

Scholarship Description: One or two doctoral or post-doctoral research position are vacant at the French Institute of South Africa. IFAS is a French Research Institute Overseas (IFRE) under the supervision of the French Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs and the CNRS, covering Southern Africa (UMIFRE 25, USR 3336). These posts are financed through non-renewable (save for exceptional reasons) relocation allowances (Aides à la Mobilité) for a maximum of nine months. Successful applicants will receive the scientific and logistic support of IFAS and will become involved in the scientific life of the Institute by regularly taking part in the ongoing activities (conferences, seminars, conferences, publications, etc.). The relocation allowance comes to €1 200 net per month and, in addition, includes one Paris/Johannesburg/Paris trip which will be refunded on the basis of the price of an economic class air ticket, and medical cover.

Number of award(s): One or two doctoral or postdoctoral research position are offered.

Duration of award(s): These posts are financed through non-renewable (save for exceptional reasons) relocation allowances (Aides à la Mobilité) for a maximum of nine months.

What does it cover? Successful applicants will receive the scientific and logistic support of IFAS and will become involved in the scientific life of the Institute by regularly taking part in the ongoing activities (conferences, seminars, conferences, publications, etc.). The relocation allowance comes to €1 200 net per month and, in addition, includes one Paris/Johannesburg/Paris trip which will be refunded on the basis of the price of an economic class air ticket, and medical cover.

Selection Criteria: Applicants will be selected on the basis of scientific criteria only, although the integration potential of the project into the academic landscape of Southern Africa will be taken into consideration.

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: The mode of applying is electronically. Please, send the application by email with a single pdf document attached, containing all the enclosures (including the form and the reference letters) to IFAS Director at comm.research-at-ifas.org.za.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is 11 December 2013.

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Scholarship Tags: 2014, Fellowships, International, PhD, Postdoctoral, research, SOUTH AFRICA

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ASEAN Leaders Fostering Program at Daejeon University in Republic of Korea, 2013/2014

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ASEAN Leaders Fostering Program is an ASEAN-Korea Cooperation Project between the ASEAN University Network (AUN) and Daejeon University (DJU). The program offers 20 exchange scholarships for students from ASEAN countries to pursue undergraduate degree in the field of ICT, Social Sciences and Humanities at Daejeon University. The scholarship includes tuition fees, room and board, round-trip ticket, basic medical insurance and living allowance (USD 300 per month) for one academic year. The deadline for application submission is 5 July 2013.

Study Subject(s): The scholarships are offered in the field of ICT, Social Sciences and Humanities.
Course Level: The scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate degree at Daejeon University, the Republic of Korea (ROK).
Scholarship Provider: The project is jointly funded by the ASEAN-ROK Future Oriented Cooperation Programs Funds and Daejeon University.
Scholarship can be taken at: Republic of Korea

Eligibility:
-Applicant must be a citizen of ASEAN nations and currently enrolled in one of Universities in ASEAN Countries.
-Undergraduate Students in the field of ICT, Social Sciences and Humanities.
-Applicant must have the excellent academic record.(Should be in the top 10 % of their classes)
-Applicant must have a good command of written and spoken English.
- Applicant must have a good medical record.

Scholarship Open for International Students: The students from ASEAN countries (Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, The Philippines and Thailand) can apply for these scholarships.

Scholarship Description: ASEAN Leaders Fostering Program, previously named as ASEAN Millennium Leaders College Student Exchange Programme, is an ASEAN-Korea Cooperation Project between the ASEAN University Network (AUN) and Daejeon University (DJU). The project is jointly funded by the ASEAN-ROK Future Oriented Cooperation Programs Funds and Daejeon University. The Programme offers exchange scholarships for 20 undergraduate students from ASEAN student to study at Daejeon University, the Republic of Korea (ROK). The scholarship includes tuition fees, room and board, round-trip ticket, basic medical insurance and living allowance (USD 300 per month) for one academic year.

Number of award(s): The Programme offers exchange scholarships for 20 undergraduate students.

Duration of award(s): Scholarships are offered for one academic year.

What does it cover? The scholarship includes tuition fees, room and board, round-trip ticket, basic medical insurance and living allowance (USD 300 per month) for one academic year.

Notification: The result of the selection will be forwarded to the International Relations Office of student’s original university and be posted on AUN’s website in late July 2013.

How to apply:
-Students from AUN Member Universities may contact the international office (or other authorized bodies) of their Universities or visit AUN’s web-sites for the application package.
-Student from Non-AUN Member Universities may contact the Ministry of Education in his/her countries or visit AUN’s web-sites for the application package.
-For AUN Member Universities, after completing the application requirements, applicant shall request his/her university international office or other authorized bodies to submit the original application package (including an application form, medical questionnaire, letter of recommendation, statement of purpose to return etc.) to AUN Secretariat and send a copy of all required documents to the Daejeon University.
-For Non-AUN Member Universities, applicant may submit his/her application both directly to the AUN Secretariat and Daejon University by post without going through his/her IRO.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for application submission is 5th July 2013. (The Universities might have different deadline for their students).

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Scholarship Tags: 2013, 2014, ASEAN, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Korea, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, scholarships, Singapore, Thailand, Undergraduate, Vietnam

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Hardiman/Dr Tony Ryan Research Scholarships at NUI Galway in Ireland, 2014

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National University of Ireland, Galway is offering research scholarships for PhD program focused on the five key areas of research in which the University offers leading expertise. These scholarships are fully funded for four years with a stipend of €16,000 p.a. plus fees. Scholarships will be awarded only to those who will engage full-time in research during the period of the award in NUI Galway. Scholarships  will be awarded to European Union (EU) citizens or to those who are ordinarily resident within a member state of the EU (a proportion of awards will also be offered to exceptional candidates who are ordinarily resident in non- EU member states). The application deadline is November 18, 2013.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded for PhD program focused on the five key areas of research in which the University offers leading expertise. These are: Biomedical Science and Engineering, Informatics, Physical, and Computational Sciences, Environment, Marine, and Energy, Applied Social Sciences and Public Policy and Humanities in Context.
Course Level: Scholarships are available to pursue PhD program at National University of Ireland, Galway.
Scholarship Provider: National University of Ireland, Galway
Scholarship can be taken at: Ireland

Eligibility: Successful applicants will be expected to have a first or upper second class honours primary degree or equivalent. For students with undergraduate results expressed in GPA (“Grade Point Average”) or QCA form, in the Irish university system a first corresponds to a 3.6 or above and an upper second corresponds to a 3.2 or above (but less than a 3.6). Applications cannot be accepted from persons currently registered as PhD students. Scholarships will be awarded only to those who will engage full-time in research during the period of the award in NUI Galway.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Scholarships  will be awarded to European Union (EU) citizens, or to those who are ordinarily resident within a member state of the 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 and UK. (a proportion of awards will also be offered to exceptional candidates who are ordinarily resident in non- EU member states).

Scholarship Description: The Hardiman Research Scholarships and Dr Tony Ryan Research Scholarships are fully funded for four years, with a stipend of €16,000 p.a. plus fees. The Scholarships offer opportunities for suitably qualified individuals to pursue a Structured PhD focused on the five key areas of research in which the University offers leading expertise.

Duration of award(s): Scholarships are fully funded for four years.

What does it cover? The Hardiman Research Scholarships and Dr Tony Ryan Research Scholarships are fully funded for four years, with a stipend of €16,000 p.a. plus fees.

Selection Criteria: All applications will be assessed by a panel of evaluators. The panel will consist of a number of assessors with experience of similar review processes. All applications will be assessed by at least three assessors from different backgrounds. The applications will be assessed under four main headings which reflect the main sections of the application process. Assessors will consider all four elements of the application and allocate scores as follows:
-Personal Research Statement (max. 50 points)
-Academic Qualifications (max. 30 points)
-Referees’ reports (max. 10 points)
-Prior Research Experience (max. 10 points)

Notification: Short listing of applicants will be undertaken by a panel of evaluators. All shortlisted candidates will be interviewed from 9 to 21 December 2013.

 How to Apply: Complete the application form and submit to hrscholar-at-nuigalway.ie.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is November 18, 2013.

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Scholarship Tags: 2014, Engineering, Europe, Ireland, PhD, research, Scholarship

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BOF-SF Fellowships for Senior Researchers and Doctoral Students in Belgium, 2014

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Catholic University Leuven is offering fellowships for senior researchers in Belgium. Candidates must not have been active at KU Leuven within a period of five years preceding the date of application, regardless of the source of income during that period. The duration of the SF-fellowship is one year and is basically not renewable. The application (including a renewal application) must be done through an electronic application form available through GeDOC online. Application should be submitted till March 27, 2014.

Study Subject(s): Fellowships are provided for one year in applicant’s research areas.
Course Level: The fellowships are available for pursuing research program.
Scholarship Provider: Catholic University Leuven, Belgium   
Scholarship can be taken at: Belgium

Eligibility: -Candidates must have obtained a doctorate from a university other than KU Leuven and must preferably have an international profile.
-Candidates must have publicly defended their first PhD at least 8 years before the official submission date. Candidates should preferably hold a permanent position at another university or research institution.
-In order to be taken into consideration, the candidate must be available on a full-time basis.
-Candidates must not have been active at KU Leuven within a period of five years preceding the date of application, regardless of the source of income during that period. If candidates did work at KU Leuven during this period, this time (interruptions included) will be deducted from the maximum total duration of 36 months.
Applicants and their candidates are requested to seek parallel external funding. American candidates can consider Fulbright and CRB fellowships. European researchers can rely on Marie Curie and ERG grants from the EU, NATO grants, von Humboldt grants, GOS grants, IWT grants, DWTC grants, etc. If a parallel scholarship were to be allocated which is lower than the BOF allocation, the Special Research Fund can be requested to match that amount. The latter does not apply to Fulbright fellowships.

Scholarship Open for International Students: International applicants can apply for the fellowships.

Scholarship Description: SF fellowships are aimed at senior non-KU Leuven researchers (regardless of their nationality) who have publicly defended their doctoral thesis at least 8 years before the official submission date. As a general rule, fellows should bring in new knowledge and expertise that is lacking, insufficiently developed or that can be extended within the research group of the applicant(s). For all fellowships, the expected input must go beyond the mere provision of labour.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): SF fellowships are granted for a maximum of 12 months and are, in principle, not extendable. In exceptional cases with special motivation an extension of up to 12 months is possible.
-Applications for short term fellowships (1 to 3 months) and summer fellowships are only possible if the supervisor can provide adequate justification.
-Sequential fellowships or mandates of a different type are possible, but the total stay at  KU Leuven may not exceed 36 months within a period of five years.
-Fellowships must be commenced within a period of 12 months following the date of the official allocation. Fellowships may be interrupted upon request, but the total duration of the interruptions (including deferral) may not exceed two years.
-As this is an allocation in the name of the candidate, the Research Co-ordination Office must be notified if the mandate is discontinued.

What does it cover? -Fellows will be paid by means of a grant, a salary or expenses. The level of the grant, salary or expenses is determined in accordance with the level of the fellow and the percentage of remuneration in the fellow’s own institution. The distinction between a grant or a salary is made on the basis of the statutory regulations for grants.
-A budget to reimburse insurance costs will be provided for all fellows.
-For all fellows, compensation for travel expenses will be made up to a maximum of €650 for European countries and a maximum of €1000 for non-European countries. Travel expenses will be reimbursed based on proof of expenditure.

Selection Criteria: The following criteria is used for the evaluation of an SF-application (the applicant’s letter is important for both criteria):
-the scientific esteem of the candidate, as evident from his/her curriculum vitae and academic bibliography;
-the expected added benefit of the candidate, specifically for the research of the applicant(s).

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online. Applicants must include:
-curriculum vitae and list of publications of the candidate (not the applicant ZAP member);
-a description of the research project and work plan;
-if applicable: justification why parallel application was made at the FWO and other agencies;
-a letter from the applicant stating (a) the quality of the candidate indicated (b) describes the expected value and the expected new innovative contribution of the candidate and (c) what specific output is being pursued and how soon.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is March 27, 2014.

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IRP/IFP Postdoctoral Fellowships for Swiss and International Young Scientists, 2014

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IRP Foundation is offering postdoctoral fellowships to young scientists for basic and clinical research related to spinal cord injury and neuroregeneration. Fellowships are awarded to scientists from Switzerland who want to join an outstanding laboratory or clinic abroad or from abroad and who wish to work in Switzerland. A fellowship for up to two years will be allocated with a yearly living allowance of 70,000 Swiss Francs plus a yearly travel and research allowance of up to 9,000 Swiss Francs. The deadline for applications is 31 October each year.

Study Subject(s): Fellowships are awarded for basic and clinical research related to spinal cord injury and neuroregeneration.
Course Level: The fellowships are available for postdoctoral research program.
Scholarship Provider: IRP Foundation
Scholarship can be taken at: Switzerland and abroad

Eligibility: In order to promote basic and clinical research related to spinal cord injury and neuroregeneration, the IRP Foundation provides fellowships to young scientists who are either:
-from Switzerland and who want to join an outstanding laboratory or clinic abroad, or
-from abroad and who wish to work in Switzerland.
-Applicants must have a research doctorate (Ph.D.) or a doctoral degree in medicine (MD).
-Applicants must have at least one lead author article published or accepted for publication.
-The project proposed by the applicant should be endorsed by a senior investigator of the host University or Hospital. In addition it should clearly state the innovative aspects in terms of original questions and techniques to be learned.
-IRP provides support for maximum three years. A renewal is not possible. The grantee must work full-time in research in the host institution.
After each year of support, fellows must, within 3 months, submit a detailed scientific report of their research endorsed by the research supervisor.
-At the end of the training, IRP post-doctoral fellows who want to set up a laboratory of research in Switzerland might be invited to apply to the IRP Foundation for a contribution towards the purchase of laboratory equipment.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Swiss and international applicants can apply for the fellowships.

Scholarship Description: In order to promote basic and clinical research related to spinal cord injury and neuroregeneration, the IRP Foundation provides fellowships to young scientists who are either: from Switzerland and who want to join an outstanding laboratory or clinic abroad, or from abroad and who wish to work in Switzerland.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): A fellowship for up to two years will be allocated.

What does it cover? Living allowance: 70’000.- CHF/year
-Research and travel allowance: up to 9’000.- CHF/year
-Family support and child allowances can be paid depending on the fellow’s situation.
-Laboratory financial backing to be discussed on a per case basis. The IRP/IFP Scientific Committee evaluates applications by February of the following year. The winners of IRP/IFP Post-doctoral Fellowships are named by the IRP and IFP foundation boards in March, funds being available by the second semester of the same year.

Selection Criteria: Applications will be screened by the IRP/IFP Scientific Committee and evaluated on the following criteria:
-Training potential of the fellowship and potential of the laboratory’s area of research
-Accomplishments of the candidate
-Quality of the host laboratory/endorsement by the host University
-Scientific originality and quality of the proposal
-Information given by the candidate regarding his/her motivation and goals.

Notification: The IRP/IFP Scientific Committee evaluates applications by February of the following year. The winners of IRP/IFP Post-doctoral Fellowships are named by the IRP and IFP foundation boards in March, funds being available by the second semester of the same year.

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is 31 October each year.

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Scholarship Tags: 2014, Fellowships, International, Postdoctoral, research, Switzerland

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Hubble Fellowship Program for Postdoctoral Scientists in USA, 2014

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National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is offering fellowship program for postdoctoral scientists to conduct independent research at United States Host Institutions chosen by each Fellow. Fellowships are open to citizens of the United States and to English-speaking citizens of other countries. The Fellowship provides support for up to three years at an annual stipend of approximately $66,500 plus benefits and an additional allowance of $16,000 per year for travel and other research costs.

Study Subject(s): Fellowships are provided to conduct independent research that is broadly related to the NASA Cosmic Origins scientific goals as addressed by any of the missions in that program: the Hubble Space Telescope, Spitzer Space Telescope, Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA), the Herschel Space Observatory, and the James Webb Space Telescope.
Course Level: The fellowships are available for postdoctoral scientists to conduct independent research at United States Host Institutions chosen by each Fellow. (except Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Princeton University and University of California, Santa Cruz.)
Scholarship Provider: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Scholarship can be taken at: USA

Eligibility: Applicants must have received a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral-level research degree in astronomy, physics, or a related discipline on or after January 1, 2011. Graduate-student awardees who have not yet received their doctoral degree at the time of application must present evidence of having completed all requirements for the degree before commencing their Fellowships. Hubble Fellowships are open to citizens of the United States and to English-speaking citizens of other countries. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, color, age, gender, or national origin. Women and members of minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Fellowships are open to citizens of the United States and to English-speaking citizens of other countries.

Scholarship Description: The Hubble Fellowship Program provides an opportunity for highly qualified recent postdoctoral scientists to conduct independent research that is broadly related to the NASA Cosmic Origins scientific goals as addressed by any of the missions in that program: the Hubble Space Telescope, Spitzer Space Telescope, Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA), the Herschel Space Observatory, and the James Webb Space Telescope. The research will be carried out at United States Host Institutions chosen by each Fellow. The Fellowship provides support for up to three years at an annual stipend of approximately $66,500 plus benefits, and an additional allowance of $16,000 per year for travel and other research costs. Contingent upon National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) funding, up to 17 new Hubble Fellowships will be awarded for 2014.

Number of award(s): Contingent upon National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) funding, up to 17 new Hubble Fellowships will be awarded for 2014.

Duration of award(s): Contingent upon the availability of funding from NASA, Hubble Fellowships are awarded through grants to Host Institutions for up to a three-year period. Funding will be provided initially for the first year of the Fellowship. Renewals for the second and third years will depend on annual performance reviews.

What does it cover? The initial annual stipend for a Hubble Fellow will be approximately $66,500, subject to annual review and adjustment. In addition, the Hubble Fellow can receive health insurance, relocation costs, and support for travel, computing services, publications, and other direct research costs. No additional stipend, salary, or other remuneration may be accepted from any other appointment (such as teaching), fellowship, or similar grant during the period of the Fellowship. Additional honorary named appointments intended to be linked with the title of “Hubble Fellow” are similarly not allowed.

Selection Criteria: Not Known

Notification: Award offers will be made by February 1, 2014.

How to Apply: The mode of applying is by email. These materials must include:
-A completed Hubble Fellowship Application form;
-A curriculum vitae
-A list of publications
-A summary of previous and current research (limited to three pages total, including references)
-A copy of the research proposal, described below (limited to 3 pages text plus 2 pages references/figures)
All materials submitted must be in at least 12-point fonts, single spaced, and all pages should be numbered. Non-U.S. applicants should make sure that their applications will copy successfully onto 8.5×11 inch (21.6×28 cm) paper without loss (i.e., with 1-inch margins on all sides). Please keep each file to less than 2 MB.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is November 7, 2013.

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Scholarship Tags: 2014, Fellowships, International, Postdoctoral, research, USA

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Call for Applications: CENDARI Visiting Research Fellowships, 2014/15

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CENDARI (Collaborative European Digital Archive Infrastructure) a European Union funded project is inviting applications for visiting research fellowships to support and stimulate historical research in the two pilot areas of medieval European culture and the First World War. The CENDARI fellowships are funded for between 6 and 12 weeks. Applicant must work/study in a country other than the country where the CENDARI host institution is established. Fellowships for 2014 will be awarded by five partner institutions in the Czech Republic, Germany, Ireland & the UK. The application deadline is 9th December 2013.

Study Subject (s): The CENDARI Visiting Research Fellowships are intended to support and stimulate historical research in the two pilot areas of medieval European culture and the First World War.
Course Level: Fellowships are offered to scholars and early career researchers for historical research at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland, King’s College London, UK, National Library of the Czech Republic, Czech Republic, Göttingen Centre for Digital Humanities (GCDH), University of Göttingen, Germany and University of Stuttgart and Library of Contemporary History, Germany.
Scholarship Provider: The CENDARI fellowships are funded by the European Union under the FP7 Capacities Programme.
Scholarship can be taken at: Czech Republic, Germany, Ireland & the UK

Eligibility:
-Application complies with the Terms and Conditions and is complete
-Applicant is at PhD student level or above
-Applicant works or studies in an institution established in an EU Member State or associated state
-Applicant must work/study in a country other than the country where the CENDARI host institution is established
-Research proposal is realistic and appropriate for the selected host institution(s)

Scholarship Open for International Students: Applicants of Czech Republic, Germany, Ireland & the UK may apply for the fellowship.

Scholarship Description: The CENDARI Visiting Research Fellowships are intended to support and stimulate historical research in the two pilot areas of medieval European culture and the First World War, by facilitating access to key archives, specialist knowledge and collections in CENDARI host institutions. The CENDARI Transnational Access programme is financed by the European Union. In particular, the CENDARI project is committed to hosting early career scholars who aim to apply digital humanities methods to their historical enquiry. The fellowships are particularly designed to support researchers from countries without equivalent facilities and early career scholars with limited access to these research infrastructures.

Duration of award(s): The CENDARI fellowships are funded for between 6 and 12 weeks.

What does it cover? CENDARI visiting research fellowships include a stipend for housing and living expenses as well as travel to and from the inviting institution. Recipients will be responsible for securing visas, where necessary. Fellows will have access to the research infrastructure of the respective CENDARI partner institution including access to a workspace and a networked computer.

Selection Criteria: Only applications which satisfy all of the above Eligibility Criteria will go forward for assessment against the Award Criteria. Applications which do not satisfy all of the above Eligibility Criteria will be rejected. The award criteria are as follows:
-Research Questions
-Work Plan
-Outputs
-Relationship to Applicant’s Previous Work and/or New Avenues
-Relevance to CENDARI
-Relevance to Host Institution
Applications will be assessed in accordance with the above Criteria by a Committee including representatives from the CENDARI host institutions as well as the External Expert Advisory Board (EEAB) of the CENDARI project.

Notification: The results of the assessment will be notified to all applicants in April/May 2014.

How to Apply: All applications should be sent by email to info-at-cendari.eu with the title ‘CENDARI Fellowship 2014? in the subject line. All applications received before the deadline will be acknowledged by return email. If you do not receive an acknowledgement email within two working days of submission of your application, please contact immediately. The application must include the following:
-A completed application form (see Annex 2).
-A curriculum vitae (maximum 2 pages).
-Name and contact details for a referee who is familiar with the applicant’s work and may be contacted directly by CENDARI.
-In the case of applications by Ph.D. students, the application should include a signed letter of recommendation from their supervisor
-A proposal (1,500 words maximum) in accordance with the guidelines.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The closing date for receipt of applications is the 9th December 2013.

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Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation/ACLS Program in Buddhist Studies, 2014

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The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) announces a new initiative supporting research and teaching in Buddhist studies funded by a $1.9 million grant from The Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation. The American Council of Learned Societies is offering four types of fellowships: Dissertation Fellowships ($30,000), Postdoctoral fellowships ($55,000), Collaborative Research Grants ($200,000) and visiting professorships ($200,000). There are no restrictions as to the location of work proposed or the citizenship of applicants. Online application must be submitted by November 5, 2013 (Dissertation, Postdoctoral and Collaborative Research fellowships) and January 15, 2014 (Visiting Professorships).

Study Subject(s): The fellowship is awarded in Buddhist studies.
Course Level: This fellowship is offered for research and teaching.
Scholarship Provider: The Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation
Scholarship can be taken at: Overseas

Eligibility: Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in Buddhist Studies: Pursuit of the Ph.D. degree at an accredited, degree-granting college or university.
-Completion by the application deadline of all requirements for the Ph.D. degree except research and writing of the dissertation.
-The application must be written in English by the applicant.
-There are no residence or citizenship requirements.
-Intrinsic significance of the topic and its potential contribution to Buddhist studies.
-Coherence and cogency of presentation.
-Feasibility of the plan of work. -Potential of the applicant for an academic career in Buddhist studies.
-ACLS Postdoctoral International Fellowship: Applicants must have the Ph.D. officially conferred by an accredited, degree-granting university no earlier than Jan 1, 2010. The Ph.D. degree must be completed by November 5, 2013 (including defense and revisions) and conferred by May 31, 2014. (If the date of conferral is after the application deadline, the application must include an institutional statement attesting that all requirements for the Ph.D. have been fulfilled. Successful applicants will be asked to submit proof of conferral.) A scholarly product must be proposed, such as a book or digital resource, to be written in any language. Collections of materials and databases are not eligible. The application must be written in English by the applicant. There are no residence or citizenship requirements. The fellowship-in-residence may be proposed at any university except at the institution granting the applicant’s Ph.D. or the institution of current employment.
ACLS Collaborative Research Grants: Teams may consist of two or more members, preferably not from the same institution. Every team member must hold a Ph.D. conferred by an accredited, degree-granting university. However, an established scholar who can demonstrate the equivalent of the Ph.D. in publications and professional experience may also qualify. The application must be written in English by one of the members of the team. There are no residence or citizenship requirements. Every team member must be released from teaching for a minimum of three months per year of the grant period (i.e., a total of six months in a two-year project) to work on the proposed project. A minimum of three consecutive months during the grant period must be spent by the team in one location, working full time on the project, for joint research, study, analysis, or writing. The team must propose a jointly authored, research-based scholarly product, such as a book or digital resource, to be written in any language.
ACLS Visiting Professorships: Host institutions must be accredited, degree-granting colleges or universities. Visiting professors must hold a Ph.D. from an accredited, degree-granting university. However, an established scholar who can demonstrate the equivalent of the Ph.D. in publications and professional experience may also qualify. This is a global competition. There are no requirements as to location of the university or the professor’s citizenship. Professorships may be for one or two semesters. Courses to be taught must be in Buddhist studies and must be described in the professor’s statement attached to the institution’s application.

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: International applicants are eligible for this postdoctoral fellowship.

Scholarship Description: The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) announces a new initiative supporting research and teaching in Buddhist studies funded by a $1.9 million grant from The Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation. Working with the Foundation, ACLS will offer an articulated set of fellowship and grant competitions that will expand the understanding and interpretation of Buddhist thought in scholarship and society, strengthen international networks of Buddhist studies, and increase the visibility of innovative currents in those studies.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): Duration of ACLS Dissertation Fellowships: 10 consecutive months devoted full time to the dissertation to be initiated by September 30, 2014. No other employment is permitted.
ACLS Postdoctoral Fellowships: Annual stipend of $55,000. In addition, if required, a reimbursement of relocation costs up to $5,000.
ACLS Collaborative Research Grants: The grant period must begin between June 1, 2014 and September 30, 2015. Grant periods may vary according to project needs, but they should be planned for between one and two years’ duration. Although team members may alternate their periods of release from teaching, at least three months must be spent by all team members in one location for joint research, study, analysis, or writing.
ACLS Visiting Professorships: Teaching must be concluded by June 30, 2016.

What does it cover? ACLS Dissertation Fellowships: Stipend of $30,000. ACLS Postdoctoral Fellowships: Annual stipend of $55,000. In addition, if required, a reimbursement of relocation costs up to $5,000.
ACLS Collaborative Research Grants: Maximum award: $200,000. Stipends may be used for release from teaching for individual team members (up to $65,000 for a 12-month period) and for project costs (travel, communications, acquiring materials). No university overhead is permitted.
ACLS Visiting Professorships: The award must cover salary, insurance, relocation, housing, research, and modest direct university expenses. A budget must be provided in the application and not exceed $200,000 per annum. The award is paid to the host institution on presentation of a signed contract with the professor for one or two semesters of teaching.

Selection Criteria: ACLS Postdoctoral Fellowship: Intrinsic significance of the topic and its potential contribution to Buddhist studies. Coherence and cogency of presentation. Feasibility of the plan of work. Record of the applicant’s previous accomplishments. Compatibility of the applicant with the proposed university. (The application must include a sample syllabus and a letter from the university confirming willingness to host the applicant for a two-year postdoctoral fellowship-in-residence.)
ACLS Collaborative Research Grants: Intrinsic significance of the project. Coherence and cogency of presentation. Potential contribution to Buddhist studies by relating different Buddhist traditions to each other or relating scholarship on the broad Buddhist tradition to contemporary concerns in other academic fields. Innovation and effectiveness in utilizing diverse disciplinary perspectives and methodologies, and in crossing national, cultural, and linguistic borders. Feasibility of the plan of work. Team members’ records of achievement and qualifications to carry out the work proposed.
ACLS Visiting Professorships: The academic quality of the courses proposed. The fit between the university’s interests and the professor’s qualifications and interests. The breadth of the professor’s contribution to the university (teaching of undergraduates and graduate students, organization of lecture series, conferences, etc.). The professor’s potential contribution to the international field of Buddhist studies.

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadlines for applications are: for Dissertation, Postdoctoral, and Collaborative Research: November 5, 2013 and visiting Professorships: January 15, 2014.

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Omid Cambridge Scholarship for Masters Students at St Edmund’s College in UK, 2013/14

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Applications are invited for the Omid Cambridge Scholarship for the academic year 2013/14. Applicants must be citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran and liable to pay international or overseas fees for their desired Masters course at the University of Cambridge. Scholarships are available pursuing for one-year taught masters degrees in any subject available at the University of Cambridge, except the MBA and the MFIN. Scholarships are tenable at St Edmund’s College, Cambridge. The application deadline is 3 December 2013.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided to learn any of the courses offered by the St Edmund’s College.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing masters degree level at St Edmund’s College.
Scholarship Provider: St Edmund’s College, Cambridge
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility: -Applicants must be citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran and liable to pay international or overseas fees for their desired Masters course at the University of Cambridge. Applicants may not be citizens of any other country (e.g. dual nationals) which will result in them being eligible to pay fees at the Home/EU rate.
-It is not necessary for applicants to reside in Iran at the time of their application, or to have completed their undergraduate degree in any particular country.
-Applications must apply to the University of Cambridge according to the published procedure and timetable, and be offered admission.
-Applicants must state St Edmund’s College as their first-choice college in Cambridge.
-The Trust accepts applications from all Iranian candidates who meet our eligibility criteria, regardless of their background, sex, religion, or political affiliations.

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

Scholarship Description: Scholarships may be awarded to applicants for one-year taught masters degrees in any subject available at the University of Cambridge, except the MBA and the MFIN. Scholarships are tenable at St Edmund’s College, Cambridge. The Omid Trust and its partners aim to award at least one scholarship in each academic year.  Variations in number will be determined by the level of funds available and by the number of strong candidates.

Number of award(s): The Omid Trust and its partners aim to award at least one scholarship in each academic year. Variations in number will be determined by the level of funds available and by the number of strong candidates.

Duration of award(s): Not Known

What does it cover? The award will include:
-University tuition fee
-College fee
-An annual stipend, sufficient for a single person
-As a guide, it will be worth approximately £35,000.00.

Selection criteria: The scholarships will be awarded for Academic Excellence, Needs and Ambition and Motivation.

Notification: Applicants are typically informed about the outcome of their application between late April and early July.

How to Apply: The applicant should apply to the University of Cambridge. The applicant should:
- complete section B of the GRADSAF form (University Application Form for Graduate Students). The application form can be found here
-state clearly in his or her personal statement why he or she should become an Omid scholar, in particular discussing his/her ambitions, motivations, academic excellence and financial need.
-select St Edmund’s College as his/her preferred choice in the “college membership” section.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 3 December 2013.

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Scholarship Tags: 2013, 2014, Cambridge, College, Master's, Scholarship, St Edmund’s, students, UK

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Louis Dreyfus-Weidenfeld Scholarship and Leadership Graduate Programme in UK, 2014

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Louis Dreyfus Foundation offers Louis Dreyfusâ€"Weidenfeld Scholarship and Leadership Programme for outstanding postgraduate students from transition and emerging economies throughout Africa, Asia and South America. Up to 20 Scholarships are offered and cover 100% of university and college fees and a grant for living costs (rate to be confirmed). Awards are made for the full duration of a student’s fee liability for the agreed course. Candidates should be apply to start a new graduate course at Oxford. They should also be intending to return to their countries or regions of origin once the course is completed. The application deadline is 10 or 24 January 2014, depending on your course.

Study Subject (s): Scholarships are provided in the field of Anthropology, Area Studies, Chemistry â€" Organic Chemistry, Computer Science, Development Studies, Earth Science, Ecological Survey Techniques, Economics, Engineering Science, Geography and the Environment, Politics and International Relations, Law, Management Studies, Materials, Internet, Pharmacology, Plant Sciences, Public Health (linked to food and nutrition), Public Policy, Social Policy and Intervention and Statistics at University of Oxford in UK.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing graduate degree level at University of Oxford in UK.
Scholarship Provider: Louis Dreyfus Foundation, UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility: -Candidates should be apply to start a new graduate course at Oxford. They should also be intending to return to their countries or regions of origin once the course is completed.
-Please ensure that you meet the selection criteria for your course. This scholarship is not open to students with deferred entry.
-Eligible candidates must hold an undergraduate degree and be an ordinary resident of a country in Africa, Asia or South America.
-The Louis Dreyfus â€" Weidenfeld Scholarship and Leadership Programme targets future leaders pursuing diverse careers with a focus on improving food security and sustainability. Successful applicants must demonstrate an interest in serving the global community through their chosen field of work, including but not limited to, agriculture, health care, environmental and water management, economic, public and foreign policy.
-Scholars under the Louis Dreyfus â€" Weidenfeld Scholarship and Leadership Programme will pursue study or research in one of the courses.
-Applicants should be able to demonstrate a connection between their subject of study and their longer-term career objectives, explaining how they see their professional work contributing to the improvement of public life in their countries of origin or at a wider regional or international level. This scholarship seeks to support individuals who, following completion of their supported studies, will go on to actively engage in their chosen fields.
-This scholarship may not be held in conjunction with any other awards. Students currently at Oxford are not eligible to apply unless they are already Weidenfeld Scholars.

Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of Africa, Asia or South America (Algeria , Afghanistan , Argentina, Angola ,Armenia ,Bolivia, Benin, Azerbaijan, Brazil, Botswana, Bahrain,  Chile, Burkina Faso, Bangladesh, Colombia, Burundi, Bhutan, Ecuador, Cameroon, Brunei Darussalam, French Guiana, Cape Verde, Cambodia, Guyana, Central African Republic, China, Paraguay, Chad, China, Tibet Peru, Comoros China, Hong Kong SAR, Suriname, Congo, Dem. Rep. (Kinshasa), China, Macau SAR, Uruguay, Congo, Rep. (Brazzaville), Cyprus, Venezuela, Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Georgia, Djibouti, India, Egypt, Indonesia, Mexico , Equatorial Guinea, Iran, Eritrea, Iraq, Ethiopia, Israel, Gabon, Japan, Gambia, The Jordan, Ghana, Kazakhstan, Guinea Korea (North), Guinea-Bissau Korea (South), Kenya, Kuwait, Lesotho,  Kyrgyzstan, Liberia,  Lao PDR, Libya, Lebanon, Madagascar, Malaysia, Malawi,  Maldives, Mali, Mongolia, Mauritania, Myanmar (Burma), Mauritius, Nepal, Morocco, Oman, Mozambique, Pakistan, Namibia, Palestinian  territories, Niger, Philippines, Nigeria,  Qatar, Réunion, Russian Federation, Rwanda,  Saudi Arabia, Saint Helena, Singapore, São Tomé and Príncipe,  Sri Lanka Senegal,  Syria, Seychelles Taiwan (Republic of China), Sierra Leone, Tajikistan, Somalia, Thailand, South Africa, Timor-Leste (East Timor), South Sudan,  Turkey, Sudan Turkmenistan, Swaziland, United Arab Emirates, Tanzania,  Uzbekistan, Togo, Vietnam, Tunisia,  Yemen, Uganda, Western Sahara, Zambia and Zimbabwe) can apply for these scholarships.

Scholarship Description: The Louis Dreyfusâ€"Weidenfeld Scholarship and Leadership Programme supports outstanding postgraduate students from transition and emerging economies throughout Africa, Asia and South America. The Louis Dreyfus Foundation aims to promote sustainable agriculture, food security and self-sufficiency, particularly through education and direct support to farmers, with a specific focus on emerging countries in the above-mentioned regions. One of the Foundation’s goals is to address the challenge facing humanity to double global food production in a sustainable way in order to feed a rapidly growing population. The Louis Dreyfus-Weidenfeld Scholarship and Leadership Programme is part of the Weidenfeld Scholarships and Leadership Programme, which cultivates the leaders of tomorrow by providing outstanding university graduates and professionals from Africa, Asia and South America with the opportunity to pursue fully funded graduate studies at the University of Oxford in conjunction with access to a comprehensive programme of leadership development, long-term mentoring and networking.

Number of award(s): Up to 20 Scholarships will be offered.

Duration of award(s): Scholarships will be offered for Period of fee liability (usually the same length as the course).

What does it cover? Total offer is of 100% of university and college fees and a grant for living costs (rate to be confirmed). Awards are made for the full duration of a student’s fee liability for the agreed course. If your scholarship is offered for a course lasting more than one year, the continuation of the scholarship each year is subject to an annual renewal process based upon satisfactory academic progress.

Selection criteria: Not Known

Notification: Decisions are expected to be made around May 2014. This webpage will be updated as soon as successful candidates have been notified. If you have not heard from us by this time, then your application to this scheme has been unsuccessful. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants individually or provide feedback on applications.

How to Apply: Apply at the same time as you apply to Oxford by selecting Louis Dreyfus â€" Weidenfeld Scholarship and Leadership Programme in the Funding Section of the University’s Graduate Application Form. In order to be considered for this scholarship, you must submit your application for graduate study by the relevant January deadline for your course (10 January 2014 for Medical Sciences, Philosophy, Politics & International Relations and Computer Science; 24 January 2014 for all other subjects). You must also complete a Weidenfeld Scholarship Questionnaire (see ‘downloads’ on the right hand side of this page) and upload it together with your Graduate Application form by the application deadline in order for your application to be considered complete. If you do not apply in full by the deadline, you will not be considered for the scholarship, even if you have selected Louis Dreyfus â€" Weidenfeld Scholarship and Leadership Programme on the Graduate Application Form.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 10 or 24 January 2014, depending on your course.

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