Friday 29 November 2013

Internship in the Africa Department Transparency International

The Transparency International Secretariat (TI-S) is seeking a highly motivated, pro-active intern to support its work in the Africa Department.
Transparency International (TI) is the global civil society organisation leading the fight against corruption. Through more than 100 chapters worldwide and an international secretariat in Berlin, Germany, TI raises awareness of the damaging effects of corruption and works with partners in government, business and civil society to develop and implement effective measures to tackle it.
Main function: Assisting the Africa team in their work
Starting date: 1 February 2014
Duration: 6 months, full time
Department: Sub-Saharan Africa
Remuneration: EUR 450 (according to the German labour and social security law)
Location: Berlin, Germany

Key tasks:
• Assisting with the implementation of a number of projects in the department, including the Advocacy and Legal Advice Centres, the Africa Regional Programme etc.
• Assisting with the budget monitoring and financial reporting for on-going projects;
• Assisting with preparations for the participation of delegates from National Chapters to attend a series of programme-related workshops in Sub-Saharan Africa (e.g. flight and hotel bookings, visa support );
• Liaising with contact groups and National Chapters;
• Assisting with the production of TI publications, by providing translation and/or proof reading of documents;
• Monitoring international media for corruption related developments of interest to TI;
• Assisting with small research tasks
• Other various administrative tasks and support to the Africa department.

Knowledge, experience, interests and skills:
• Academic background in political science / international relations / international development (other relevant fields will be considered);
• Very good financial skills and financial reporting experience (required);
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office applications including proven experience of working with Excel at an advanced level (required);
• Excellent knowledge of English and French (written and spoken) (required);
• Some knowledge of, and considerable interest in, the work of TI and the field of anti-corruption;
• Knowledge of, or proven interest in, the Sub-Saharan Africa region;
• Adaptable and flexible personality, good time management skills, able to handle multiple tasks and workloads, ability to prioritise own work;
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and effective communication abilities, good team player;
• Some prior office experience very desirable.

How to apply
To apply for this internship please send a maximum one page cover letter and a maximum two page CV, preferably by email, to
ssa-internship@transparency.org, clearly indicating in the subject line “Internship in the Africa Department”

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 18 December 2013.
Kindly note that a valid work permit for Germany is required and that interns must take out their own health insurance before starting the internship. Persons already registered as residents in Germany must submit a new Tax Identification Number. Students of the German universities must submit a confirmation of enrolment.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this internship. Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Transparency International is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about Transparency International visit our website at www.transparency.org. For more information on internships please see the TI Internship Guidelines posted at: http://www.transparency.org/whoweare/work

Praktikant / Praktikantin im Abgeordnetenbüro der MdEP Nadja Hirsch in Brüssel European Parliament

In meinem Abgeordnetenbüro in Brüssel ist ab dem 13. Januar 2014 bis 30. Mai 2014
eine bezahlte Praktikantenstelle zu besetzen.

Ihr Aufgabengebiet liegt in der Unterstützung des Teams in meinem Büro und umfasst neben der Beantwortung von Bürgeranfragen in verschiedenen Bereichen, die Mithilfe bei der Öffentlichkeitsarbeit, Terminorganisation, Rechercheaufgaben, Zusammenfassungen von relevanten Ausschuss-Sitzungen und Veranstaltungen sowie Unterstützung bei der Planung und Durchführung von Fachveranstaltungen. Wir bieten ein kreatives Arbeitsklima und die Aussicht, politisch etwas zu bewegen. Sie lernen die Abläufe in einem Abgeordnetenbüro kennen, ebenso wie die politischen Entscheidungsprozesse auf europäischer Ebene.
Wir suchen eine Persönlichkeit, die Lust auf die Zusammenarbeit mit einem engagierten Team hat und offen ist für liberale Politik. Sie haben Ihr Vordiplom abgeschlossen oder sind in der Endphase Ihres Studiums und haben bereits Erfahrungen durch Praktika gesammelt. Sie haben darüber Kenntnisse, Erfahrungen oder ein besonderes Interesse an medien- und netzpolitischen Themen, darunter Datenschutz und Cyber-Security.
Sie weisen sich durch einen selbstständigen und eigenverantwortlichen Arbeitsstil aus, können konzeptionell und strukturiert Denken, besitzen Organisationsvermögen, Kommunikationsfertigkeiten und Kreativität und können mit Standardsoftware (v.a. Word, Excel, Powerpoint und Outlook) und Internet sicher umgehen. Deutsch auf muttersprachlichem Niveau ist Voraussetzung, gute Englischkenntnisse von Vorteil.
Ihre aussagekräftigen Bewerbungsunterlagen (einschließlich eines Motivationsschreibens, Lebenslaufs und Angabe, ob es sich dabei um ein Pflichtpraktikum handelt) schicken Sie bitte elektronisch und ausschließlich auf Deutsch an nadja.hirsch@europarl.europa.eu. Einreichungsfrist ist der 9. Dezember 2013.

Fellowship in The Hague, 2014 | International Law Fellowship Programme

DURATION : 30 June to 8 August 2014
LOCATION : Den HAAG (The Hague) The Netherlands
ORGANIZER : The Codification Division of the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs
The United Nations International Law Fellowship Programme opens for applications for the 2014 International (Law Fellowship Programme). The deadline for applications has been extended until 1 December 2013.

OBJECTIVES 

The Fellowship Programme provides high-quality training by leading scholars and practitioners on a broad range of core subjects of international law. In addition, the interactive nature of the training allows the participants to share experiences and exchange ideas, which promotes greater understanding and cooperation on contemporary issues of international law.
The Fellowship Programme is intended to enable qualified professionals, in particular government officials and teachers of international law from developing countries and countries with emerging economies, to deepen their knowledge of international law and of the legal work of the United Nations and its associated bodies.
The Fellowship Programme accommodates up to 30 participants.

THE PROGRAMME 

The Fellowship Programme consists of an annual six-week summer course at the Peace Palace in The Hague, the Netherlands. The participants attend lectures and seminars in international law organized by the Codification Division as well as the public international law session at The Hague Academy of International Law.
The lectures and seminars organized by the Codification Division are given by eminent scholars and practitioners in international law from different regions and legal systems. The lectures and seminars are given in either English or French.The 2014 Programme will be conducted in French.

2014 FELLOWSHIP PROGRAMME 

The 2014 Fellowship Programme will be held at the Peace Palace in The Hague, the Netherlands, from 30 June to 8 August 2014. It will be conducted in French. The topics that will be covered in the seminars and lectures organized by the Codification Division may include:
  • Introduction to international law
  • Treaty law
  • State responsibility
  • International peace and security
  • Peaceful settlement of international disputes
  • Diplomatic and consular law
  • International organizations
  • International human rights law
  • Movements of persons
  • International humanitarian law
  • International criminal law
  • International environmental law
  • Law of the sea
  • International trade law
  • International investment law
For further information on the topics covered by the public international law session at The Hague Academy, see the website of the Academy.
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2014 Department of Geography Masters Bursaries at King’s College London in UK

The Geography Department is offering two bursaries for Home/EU students and two bursaries for International/Overseas students. Scholarships are available for students taking on any Master’s programmes in the Geography Department at King’s College London in the coming academic year. The awards are made solely on academic merit, based on the information provided on your application form. Successful candidates will be notified by email once the final decisions have been made. The application deadline is 31May 2014. 
About Scholarship: The Geography Department has two Masters Bursaries for Home/EU students and two bursaries for International/Overseas students at King’s College London in UK.  Scholarships are provided in the field of Geography at King’s College London in UK. 
Study: Scholarships are provided in the field of Geography at King’s College London in UK. Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing master’s degree level at King’s College London in UK. Scholarship Provider: King’s College London in UK Scholarship can be taken at: UK 
Eligibility: For students taking on any Master’s programmes in the Geography Department at King’s College London in the coming academic year. 
Scholarship Open for: UK/EU and international students can apply for these scholarships. 
Number of awards: The Geography Department has two bursaries for Home/EU students and two bursaries for International/Overseas students. 
Value:
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UK/EU students: Each bursary is worth £1,000, for UK/EU students intending to undertake any Master’s programmes in the Geography Department.
-Overseas Students: Each bursary is worth £2,000 and is open to overseas students on any of the Masters programmes run by the Geography. 

Selection criteria: The awards are made solely on academic merit, based on the information provided on your application form. 
Notification: Successful candidates will be notified by email once the final decisions have been made. 
Apply: Students who have applied for admission by 31 May are automatically considered for the bursaries. There is no additional form to complete. 
Deadline: The application deadline is 31-May-2014.
Further Information: http://www.kcl.ac.uk/graduate/funding/database/index.php?action=view&id=209

Master Grants for Students of Developing Countries at University of Ghent in Belgium, 2014/15

University of Ghent is offering master grants for students from selected developing countries in Belgium. Applicants, who already received a Master Grant in the past, are not eligible. These are awarded for the duration of the studies with a maximum of 2 years. In case of a two-year-programme the scholarship will only be paid for the full term if the student successfully completes the first year of the programme. The scholarship consists of an insurance, an allowance of 1000 euro per month, an installation fee of 500€ and a refund of the yearly tuition fee with a maximum of 80€. 
Study Subject(s): Grants are provided in the field of;
-International Master of Science in Rural Development, International Master of Science in Environmental Technology and Engineering, Master of Advanced Studies in European Law, Erasmus Mundus: Master of Science in Marine Biodiversity and Conservation, Erasmus Mundus: European Master of Science in Nematology, Master of Science in Plant Biotechnology, Master of Science in Statistical Data Analysis, Master of Science in Photonics Science and Engineering , Master of Science in Textile Engineering, Master of Science in Nuclear Engineering, Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering, Master of Science in Technology for Integrated Water Management, Master of Science in Chemical Engineering and Master of Science in Civil Engineering.
-7 International Course Programmes (ICP) for Angola, Myanmar, Niger, Pakistan, Algeria, China and Namibia students: Master of Science in Aquaculture, Master of Science in Environmental Sanitation, Master of Science in Food Technology, Master of Science in Nematology, Master of Science in Physical Land Resources, Master of Science of Nutrition and Rural Development and Master of Marine and Lacustrine Science and Management can apply for a Master Grant for an ICP program. If your country is not on this list, we suggest you to check the offered by the University of Ghent in Belgium.
Course Level: The grants are available for pursuing master degree level at University of Ghent in Belgium. Scholarship Provider: University of Ghent, Belgium Scholarship can be taken at: Belgium
Eligibility: Ghent University provides Master Grants to candidates from developing countries who wish to obtain a master’s degree at Ghent University. 
-Applicants who already received a Master Grant in the past are not eligible.
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You have to have a bachelor degree when you submit your application.

Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of Angola, Bangladesh, Benin, Burkina, Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, DR Congo,Ethiopia, Gambia,Guinea, Haiti, Laos, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Niger, Rwanda, Senegal, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zambia , Côte, d’Ivoire, Ghana, Kenya ,Nigeria, Pakistan, Vietnam, Zimbabwe, Algeria, Bolivia, Cameroon, China, Columbia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Morocco, Namibia, Nicaragua, Palestinian Administered Areas, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Sri Lanka Thailand and Tunisia can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: Ghent University provides Master Grants to candidates from developing countries who wish to obtain a master’s degree at Ghent University. They are awarded for the duration of the studies with a maximum of 2 years. In case of a two-year-programme the scholarship will only be paid for the full term if the student successfully completes the first year of the programme. The scholarship consists of an insurance, an allowance of 1000 euro per month, an installation fee of 500€ and a refund of the yearly tuition fee with a maximum of 80€.
Number of award(s): Each year, a maximum of 10 scholarships can be awarded.
Duration of award(s): Grants will be offered for maximum of 2 years.
What does it cover? The grant consists of an insurance, an allowance of 1000 euro per month, an installation fee of 500€ and a refund of the yearly tuition fee with a maximum of 80€.
Selection criteria: The recommendations are based on:
-The qualifications of the applicant for the master grant (this also implies that the chances of overly qualified candidates might increase).
-Students who successfully follow the first year of a Master Grant programme at Ghent University may have a higher chance of selection.
-There is no strict age limit; altough applicants below 40 years are preferred.
-The significance of the master’s programme for the student’s country.
-Validation of the knowledge in the student’s country.
-The student’s nationality (see nationality).
-The motivation of the applicant.

Notification: Decision will be made in June 2014.
How to Apply: Applicants have to send an e-mail with some personal details. They receive an e-mail of confirmation and an application form. Then they have to send a copy by post (the procedure slightly differs for new and already admitted students and each subject).
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline for new students are: 24th of December 2013.
-Deadline for students who already have admission is: 31st of March 2014.

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

2014 Global Alliance Scholarships for International Students in Switzerland

The Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management is offering scholarships for international students in Switzerland. The scholarships are available for pursuing Executive Master of Science in Communications Management. Each scholarship totals CHF 24,500, half of the tuition for EMScom and will be deducted from the total fee for the program. Application should be submitted till November 30, 2013. 
About Scholarship: Thanks to a long-standing strategic partnership, the Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management each year provides a limited number of scholarships to the EMScom Executive Master of Science in Communications Management’s applicants living and working outside of Switzerland. The scholarships are part of the Global Alliance’s commitment to educational programs which support its institutional goals. “As communication becomes an increasingly global profession, the Global Alliance aims to support promising communicators who seek both international education and a global network,” said Daniel Tisch, Chairman of the Global Alliance. “Serving the strategic goals of the Global Alliance, the scholarship enables four participants to benefit from USI Università della Svizzera italiana’s renowned international Executive Master of Science in Communications Management and its multinational faculty. We hope these scholars will help us advance the communications profession. 
Study: Scholarships are provided for Executive Master of Science in Communications Management. Course Level: The scholarships are available for pursuing master degree level. Scholarship Provider: The Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management Scholarship can be taken at: Switzerland 
Eligibility: The Global Alliance scholarships, based on financial need are available to applicants who do not receive employer assistance in funding their executive education and furthermore, are a member of a GA member in their capacity as an individual or through their employer.
Candidates have to:   
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Have a minimum of 5 years work experience
-Work in communication
-Live and work outside of Switzerland
-Be fully self- funding their EMScom education 

Scholarship Open for: International students can apply for the scholarships. 
Number of award(s): A limited number of scholarships are offered. 
Value: Each scholarship totals CHF 24,500, half of the tuition for EMScom, and will be deducted from the total fee for the program. 
Selection Criteria: The Global Alliance scholarships, based on financial need, are available to applicants who do not receive employer assistance in funding their executive education and, furthermore, are a member of a GA member in their capacity as an individual or through their employer. 
Notification: The final decision concerning the scholarship will be communicated to the candidate by December 15, 2013. The candidate has 5 (five) working days to decide whether he/she accepts the scholarship. 
Apply: The mode of applying is by email. To proceed with the GA Scholarship application, please follow these steps:
Candidates first need to apply to the Executive MScom Program before they apply for the GA scholarship. The EMScom application deadline is January 15, 2014 – but the program works on a rolling admission policy, so please make sure that you are admitted to the EMScom (non-binding) before November 30, 2013,.
-The GA scholarship application needs to be sent electronically and in hard copy to the Global Alliance by November 30, 2013 at the latest. The candidate might be convoked for an interview by one Global Alliance Board member. 

Deadline: The application deadline is November 30, 2013.
Further Information: http://www.emscom.usi.ch/emscom/tuition-fee/ga-scholarship

PhD Scholarship at University of Glasgow: Lord Kelvin-Adam Smith for PhD - UK

The scholarship of Lord Kelvin-Adam Smith is established by University of Glasgow to support full time PhD students at the university. The UK Phd scholarship is available to international students and will include cover maintenance grant costs at the research council recommended rates. Deadline: 29th November 2013 and 14th January 2014.
Program Description
Every year the University of Glasgow in the United Kingdom offers a demanding Phd or doctoral scholarship program to any eligible international PhD candidates. The University reserves the right to vary these terms and conditions as it deems appropriate. The University will not change the terms and conditions of the Scholarship without providing due notice to applicants, Scholars, Donors/partners (if appropriate) and staff. As stated in The University’s Strategic Plan 2010 (Glasgow 2020: A Global Vision) the University aspires to “encourage multi-disciplinary approaches by supporting and developing networks of researchers.” Furthermore, the University has pledged to “enhance our standing as a community of world-leading researchers by promoting excellence within disciplines and inter-disciplinary teams tackling global challenges providing cultural enrichment and benefiting the economy.”

Award Amount
Each of the winners of the PhD scholarship will be awarded benefits of maintenance grant costs at the research council recommended rates (£13,726 in 2013-14). The Host College shall waive the Scholar’s tuition fee in full whether this is at the Home/EU or International rate.

Eligibility and Criteria
The Glasgow University PhD scholarship is limited offered for candidates who meet the conditions. Please learn the detail information of the eligibility criteria below:
  • The Scholarship award is offered to a candidate subject to the candidate meeting all the conditions required by the University for admission to study for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
  • The Scholarship is intended to support candidates of the highest calibre and as such may be offered to residents of any country provided that the candidate has obtained leave to remain in the UK for the purposes of full-time study.
  • It is recognized that a scholarship candidate might have been involved in the development of the project proposal. Where a candidate has been involved, and the proposal is successful in receiving an allocation, the scholarship will be awarded to them, provided they meet the University’s required entrance standards.
  • The Scholarship is to be awarded for PhD study only, and cannot be used to support a 1+3 model of training (i.e. the student may not register for a Masters degree and then upon completion, register for a PhD). A candidate should undertake any required research training during the first years of their PhD.
  • The Scholarship is intended to support candidates who have not previously undertaken study at a doctoral level and as such cannot be awarded to a candidate already in possession of a Doctoral degree or equivalent.
  • The Scholarship is intended to support full-time study, based at the University of Glasgow campuses, notwithstanding any periods of study away from the campus (research furth of Glasgow) as authorised by the host College.
  • If the Scholar withdraws from study within 3 months of the Scholarship start date, project partners may re-advertise or seek to award the Scholarship to a reserve candidate, provided that they meet above eligibility requirements.

Applicants' Citizenship
Any PhD candidates origin for any nationalities

Level and Area of Studies
PhD in study program offered at Glasgow University.

Application Procedure
Please visit the link below to find the detail information of the application steps at the website link below.

Submission Deadline
The application deadline is 29th November 2013 (Deadline for project proposals should be sent electronically in Word format only to College Graduate Schools) and 14th January 2014 (Deadline for Graduate School rankings Graduate Schools forward top 5 project proposals.

Contact Details
Any relevant questions can be sent to pgr@glasgow.ac.uk

Other Information
The Scholarship is only valid for a maximum of four years (48 months). No additional funding will be awarded for continuation beyond this period.

Website and Application Link http://www.gla.ac.uk/media/media_290285_en.pdf

2014 Edinburgh Global Health Academy Masters Scholarship in UK

University of Edinburgh is offering one full-time masters scholarship on the basis of academic merit. The scholarship will be awarded to a student who is accepted for admission onto an eligible Global Health Academy programme at the University of Edinburgh. The scholarship will cover the UK/EU “home” rate of tuition fee of up to £7,800. A Selection Committee will meet in June 2014 to select the scholarship holders. The scholarship winner will be announced by the end of June 2014. The application deadline is 30 May 2014.
About Scholarship:  The University of Edinburgh will offer one full-time Master’s scholarship for eligible programmes offered by the University. The scholarship will be awarded to a student who is accepted for admission onto an eligible Global Health Academy programme at the University of Edinburgh. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of academic merit. Candidates must have, or expect to obtain, a UK first class or 2:1 Honours degree at undergraduate level or the international equivalent. 
Study: The scholarship will be available for students pursuing one of the following Global Health Academy programmes: Anthropology of Illness, Global Health and Public Policy, Global Health and Anthropology, Health Inequalities and Public Policy, Health Systems and Public Policy, Science Communication and Public Engagement and Public Health Research at University of Edinburgh. Course Level: Scholarship is available for pursuing masters degree level at University of Edinburgh. Scholarship Provider: University of Edinburgh, UK Scholarship can be taken at: UK 
Eligibility: -The scholarship will be awarded to a student who is accepted for admission onto an eligible Global Health Academy programme at the University of Edinburgh.
-The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of academic merit. Candidates must have, or expect to obtain, a UK first class or 2:1 Honours degree at undergraduate level or the international equivalent. 

Scholarship Open for: The students of Afghanistan, Angola, Bangladesh, Benin, Bhutan, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Haiti, Kribati, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Mali, Mauritania, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Niger, Rwanda, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, Sudan, Timor-Leste, Togo, Tuvalu, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania, Vanuatu, Yemen, Zambia and Zimbabwe can apply for the scholarship. 
Number of award: One
Duration: Scholarship is offered for the duration of the course.
Value: The scholarship will cover the UK/EU “home” rate of tuition fee of up to £7,800. 
Selection Criteria: The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of academic merit.
Notification: A Selection Committee will meet in June 2014 to select the scholarship holder. The winner of the scholarship will be announced by the end of June 2014. 
Apply: The mode of applying is online. 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.
Deadline: The application deadline is 30 May 2014.
Further Information: http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/student-funding/postgraduate/international/global/health

Thursday 28 November 2013

Internship opportunity in our Public-Affairs Government Relations Practice Burson-Marsteller

Burson-Marsteller Brussels is looking to fill a six-month internship within its Government Relations practice.
Candidates must have an interest in and understanding of the EU policy and decision-making world, possibly through a degree in European studies or prior experience within the EU institutions. Knowledge of specific EU policies is helpful, but we are looking for independent thinkers, creative individuals and team players to join our team and learn about EU consultancy on the job.
Candidates would support the team, notably by carrying out daily monitoring and research on policy developments within the European Union.
He or she would attend team meetings and would be heavily involved in client work, participating as a junior consultant in client projects, writing reports, preparing briefs, helping to organise and attend events, etc. 
Legal eligibility to work in the EU is a must. The candidate must have excellent spoken and written English.
Established in 1965, Burson-Marsteller is the leading public affairs consultancy in Brussels. With more than 70 employees, our multi-national teams specialises in supporting companies and organisations to influence the development and implementation of EU public policy and implement EMEA-wide media and communication campaigns.
Burson-Marsteller is a subsidiary of WPP, one of the world’s largest communications services group of leading companies.
If you are interested in this great opportunity, please apply online:  http://burson-marsteller.be/aboutus/careers/

2014 Roosevelt MPhil Scholarship at University of Cambridge in UK

The Magdalene College invites applications for Roosevelt Scholarships from well-qualified British and Canadian candidates who will be studying at the University of Cambridge for the MPhil degree in matters relevant to Anglo-American relations. Successful candidates will have satisfied the provisional requirements of the Board of Graduate Studies of the University of Cambridge and have been accepted for registration on one of its post-graduate programmes, most probably in the Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS).  The application deadline is 31 May 2014. 
About Scholarship: The Roosevelt scholarship is named after William Donner Roosevelt (1932 – 2003); a leading North American philanthropist, his paternal grandfather was Franklin D. Roosevelt and his maternal grandfather William Donner. The College invites applications for Roosevelt Scholarships from well-qualified British and Canadian candidates who will be studying at the University of Cambridge for the MPhil degree in matters relevant to Anglo-American relations. Successful candidates will have satisfied the provisional requirements of the Board of Graduate Studies of the University of Cambridge and have been accepted for registration on one of its post-graduate programmes, most probably in the Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS). 
Study: The College invites applications for Roosevelt Scholarships from well-qualified British and Canadian candidates who will be studying at the University of Cambridge for the MPhil degree in matters relevant to Anglo-American relations. Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing MPhil degree level at University of Cambridge. Scholarship Provider: Magdalene College, Cambridge, UK. Scholarship can be taken at: UK 
Eligibility: -Candidates must have graduated at a University before 1 October 2014. Consideration will normally be restricted to those who have a record of academic excellence consistent with the proposed field of study and who can demonstrate the potential to make a significant contribution to the broader life of Magdalene College, as well as to the wider interests of the Atlantic Studies Programme at the University of Cambridge. In determining the value of the Scholarship in individual cases, the College will take into account a candidate’s income from all sources 
Scholarship Open for: The students of UK / European Union and Canada can apply for these scholarships. 
Duration: The Scholarship is tenable for one year from 1 October 2014. 
Value:
-For a UK / European Union applicant: 
Maintenance grant: £11,750 (2013 – 2014 cost for 12 months; adjusted if on 9 month or 11 month course) University fees: £6,617 (2013 – 2014 cost for 12 months; adjusted if on 9 month or 11 month course)College fees £2,424 (2013 -2014 cost) Total: £20,791.
-For an applicant of Canadian nationality: Maintenance grant: £11,750 (2013 – 2013 cost for 12 months; adjusted if on 9 month or 11 month course) University fees: £18,045 (2013 – 2014 cost for 12 months; adjusted if on 9 month or 11 month course) College fees: £2,424 (2013 – 2014 cost)Total: £32,219. 
Apply: Applications (FIVE COPIES) should be returned to The Tutor for Graduate Admissions by 30 May 2014.  Applications, and supporting references, must be received in hard copy by the closing date. Incomplete and late applications will not be accepted. 
Deadline: The application deadline is 31 May 2014. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.
Further Information: http://www.magd.cam.ac.uk/roosevelt/

2014 College of Science International Scholarships at Swansea University in UK

College of Science, Swansea University is offering international scholarships for postgraduate students. Postgraduate scholarships are available to new non-UK/EU students from Africa, East Asia, South Asia, North America, South America and other Regions. Applicants must enroll on a course in the College for the first time in September 2014. Each scholarship is to be offset against international tuition fees. The value of individual scholarships depends on which region you are from. Application deadline is 1st July 2014. 
About Scholarship: The College of Science has a number of postgraduate scholarships available to new non-UK/EU students from Africa, East Asia, South Asia, North America, South America and Other Regions. Scholarships are available only to new postgraduate applicants who are non-UK/EU categorized students from the regions specified in the key information and funding sections. If it is deemed necessary for a scholarship holder to suspend their studies, the scholarship will be held and carried forward to the year of resumption of studies and the candidate will be expected to pay their personal contribution on a pro-rata basis. 
Study: Scholarships are provided in the field of Environmental Biology, Advanced Computer Science, Software Technology, Human Computer-Interaction, Visual Computing, and Safe & Secure Systems, Computer Science, Environmental Dynamics and Climate Change, Geographic Information and Climate Change, Mathematics and Computing for Finance(MSc), Aquatic Ecology & Conservation, Sustainable Aquaculture & Fisheries, Visual Computing, Logic and Computation, Computing and Future Interaction Technologies, Stochastic Processes – Theory and Application(MRes) A range of MSc by Research degrees in Biosciences, A range of MSc by Research degrees in Computer Science, A range of MSc by Research degrees in Geography and MSc by Research in Mathematics and  offered by the Swansea University in UK.
Course Level: The scholarships are available for pursuing postgraduate degree level at Swansea University in UK.
MSc Environmental Biology: Conservation and Resource Management
MRes Aquatic Ecology & Conservation
MRes Sustainable Aquaculture & Fisheries
A range of MSc by Research degrees in Biosciences
MSc Advanced Computer Science
MSc Advanced Computer Science with the option of a specialism in one of five different areas: Software Technology, Human Computer-Interaction, Visual Computing, and Safe & Secure Systems
MSc Computer Science
MRes Visual Computing
MRes Logic and Computation
MRes Computing and Future Interaction Technologies
A range of MSc by Research degrees in Computer Science
MSc Environmental Dynamics and Climate Change
MSc Geographic Information and Climate Change
A range of MSc by Research degrees in Geography
MSc in Mathematics and Computing for Finance
MRes Stochastic Processes – Theory and Application
MSc by Research in Mathematics
MSc High Performance and Scientific Computing
A range of MSc by Research degrees in Physics

Scholarship Provider: College of Science, Swansea University, UK Scholarship can be taken at: UK 
Eligibility: Scholarships are available only to new postgraduate applicants who are non-UK/EU categorized students from the regions specified in the key information and funding sections
-Scholarships will be used to offset tuition fees
-Applicants should hold a minimum of a 2.1 degree (or equivalent)
-Applicants should have already applied formally to the University for a place on one of College’s postgraduate programmes.  Information regarding the application procedure can be found on the Admissions Office website
-Please note that applicants progressing from ICWS are not eligible to apply for a College of Science International Scholarship
-Applicants must enroll on a course in the College for the first time in September 2014 

Scholarship Open for: The students of Africa, East Asia, South Asia, North America, South America and Other Regions can apply for the scholarships. 
Value: Each scholarship is to be offset against international tuition fees. The value of individual scholarships depends on which region you are from and is as follows: Africa Regional Scholarship – £2,000
-East Asia Regional Scholarship – £2,000
-South Asia Regional Scholarship – £2,000
-Other Regions Scholarship – £2,000
-North America Scholarship – £1,000
-South America Scholarship – £1,000 

Notification: Applicants will be informed of the outcome of their application by the end of June 2014. 
Apply: The mode of applying is by post.
Deadline: The application deadline is 1st July 2014.
urther Information: https://swan.ac.uk/science/postgraduatescholarships/collegeinternationalscholarships/

Wednesday 27 November 2013

2014 Partial Scholarships UK-EU and Overseas Students in Law and Finance in UK

The School of Economics and Finance and the Centre for Commercial Law Studies (CCLS) of Queen Mary University are offering scholarships for master students in UK. Scholarships are provided for MSc in Law and Finance. UK/EU and overseas students can apply for these scholarships. Applicants must hold an offer to study on the course before the university can consider them for a partial scholarship. These partial scholarships will be deducted from tuition fees payable to the college. The successful candidates will be selected on the basis of academic merit and/or relevant work experience only. 
About Scholarship: The School of Economics and Finance and the Centre for Commercial Law Studies (CCLS) are offering four partial scholarships worth one third of the tuition fee each to outstanding Home / EU and overseas full time candidates. The successful candidates will be selected based on academic merit and / or relevant work experience only. These partial scholarships will be deducted from tuition fees payable to the college. Successful candidates for the MSc Law and Finance partial scholarships may be asked to assist with marketing events such as the postgraduate open evenings, market research and / or web / video student profiles. 
Study: Scholarships are provided in the field of law and Finance offered by Queen Mary University of London in UK. Course Level: The scholarship is available for pursuing master degree level at Queen Mary University of London in UK. Scholarship Provider: The School of Economics and Finance and the Centre for Commercial Law Studies (CCLS) Scholarship can be taken at: UK 
Eligibility: -outstanding Home / EU and overseas full time candidates.
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must hold an offer to study on the course before the university considers them for a partial scholarship.

Scholarship Open for: UK/EU and overseas students can apply for the scholarships.
Number of awards: Four
Duration: These partial scholarships will be deducted from tuition fees payable to the college. 
Value: The scholarships will provide one third of the tuition fee each to outstanding Home / EU and overseas full time candidates.
Selection criteria: The successful candidates will be selected based on academic merit and / or relevant work experience only. 
Apply: The mode of applying is by post or email.
Deadline: The application deadline is 25th April 2014 (Students will need to complete the MSc Law and Finance partial scholarship application form to apply for one of the partial scholarships so they must hold an offer to study on the course before we can consider you for a partial scholarship. Applicants therefore recommend that they msut apply for admission to the MSc Law and Finance course by 11 April 2014).
Further Information: http://www.law.qmul.ac.uk/postgraduate/funding/msclawfinancebursary/index.html

2013-2014 Jinty Nelson Masters Bursary for Medieval History at King’s College London in UK

Jiny Nelson is funding full time master’s bursary for Medieval History at Department of History, King’s College London in UK. International, UK, EU students are eligible for this masters bursary. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic achievement and promise. Successful students will be notified after 15 July. Deadline for applications is 01-Jul-2014. 
About Scholarship: One Jiny Nelson Bursary, generously funded by an anonymous donor, will be offered to the strongest full-time applicant to our MA Medieval History who is not in receipt of any other funding. 
Study: The master’s bursary is awarded in medieval studies, History at King’s College London in UK. Course Level: This bursary is for pursuing Masters- MA degree at King’s College London in UK. Scholarship Provider: Jiny Nelson Bursary, generously funded by an anonymous donor. Scholarship can be taken at: UK 
Eligibility:
•Open to residents of the following countries All Nationalities
•Offered to the strongest full-time applicant to our MA Medieval History who is not in receipt of any other funding.
•Applicable subject’s Medieval studies, History 

Scholarship Open for: Masters Bursary available for UK, EU and overseas students at King’s College London in UK. 
Value: Value of bursary award is £1,000.
Selection Criteria: This award will be available on academic achievement and promise.
Notification: Successful candidates will be notified as soon as possible after 15 July. 
Apply: No application is necessary: all MA applications submitted by 1 July will be considered. 
Deadline: The deadline for applications is 01-Jul-2014.
Further Information: http://www.kcl.ac.uk/graduate/funding/database/index.php?action=view&id=514

2014 BAJS Postgraduate Studentships for International Students in UK

British Association for Japanese Studies offers postgraduate studentships for international students who are/will be conducting their dissertation/research in the field of Japanese Studies. Up to five individual scholarships of £4,000 will be granted for use in given academic year. Applicants must have been accepted onto a full-time or part-time course at a UK university at the time when you apply for a studentship. The application deadline is 30 April. 
About Scholarship: The British Association for Japanese Studies (BAJS) is a UK-based association of scholars and researchers dedicated to the development of Japanese Studies. Their aim is to promote teaching and research on Japan by coordinating events such as academic conferences and circulating information about the field. The BAJS are offering up to 5 scholarships worth £4000 each to postgraduates or prospective postgraduate students who are/will be conducting their dissertation/research in the field of Japanese studies. 
Study: Scholarships are provided in the field of Japanese Studies at UK universities. Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing postgraduate degree level at UK universities. Scholarship Provider: British Association for Japanese Studies Scholarship can be taken at: UK 
Eligibility: -The studentships are open to postgraduate or prospective postgraduate students of all nationalities.
-You must have been accepted onto a full-time or part-time course at a UK university at the time when you apply for a studentship.
-Your dissertation (or proposed dissertation) must be in the field of Japanese studies. For PhD students in particular, it will normally be expected that you will be using Japanese language materials in your research.
-You must use the award either to contribute towards your fees, your maintenance, or your extended fieldwork. Final-year PhD students who wish to apply for writing-up costs should apply for the BAJS John Crump Studentship.
-You must be a member of BAJS when you apply. (Please note that student membership is free, or £20 if you wish to receive Japan Forum).
-Successful applicants may re-apply for a studentship in subsequent years, but please note that we particularly encourage new applications. 

Scholarship Open for: International students can apply for these scholarships.
Number of awards: Up to five individual scholarships are offered. 
Value: -Up to five individual scholarships of £4,000 will be granted for use in given academic year. No awards of less than £4,000 will be made.
-You will not be eligible to receive an award if you accept full scholarships from the AHRC, ESRC, or any other funding body (UK or overseas).
-If you have a partial scholarship to cover fees only from another funding body, you may use the BAJS studentship for maintenance and/or fieldwork, dependent on demonstrating a need for an extra £4,000 towards your studies.
-Successful and reserve applicants will be notified in writing in July, and must accept by the end of August. Depending on whether the successful applicants accept the BAJS studentship, reserve applicants will be informed of their success or otherwise by mid-September. Awards will be paid to successful applicants in October.
-Successful applicants will be expected to acknowledge the support of BAJS in their dissertations, presentations, and any subsequent publications; they will also be expected to submit a 500-word report on how they used the studentship to BAJS council by the end of November the following year.
-Unsuccessful applicants will be considered for the BAJS Toshiba International Foundation studentship, provided they are eligible. 

Apply:
-There is one application round each year.
-Application for BAJS Postgraduate Studentships is via the online application form.
-Once you have submitted your application online, you will be sent an acknowledgement email with a unique application reference number.
-Your two nominated referees will also be sent an email with this reference number, asking them to respond toapplications@bajs.org.uk with your reference by the application deadline.
-You must email a scan of a letter of acceptance by a UK University to applications-at-bajs.org.uk, also citing this application reference number. 

Deadline: The application deadline is 30 April.
Further Information: http://www.bajs.org.uk/funding/bajs_studentship/

2014 International Merit Scholarships at University of Gloucestershire in UK

University of Gloucestershire offers merit scholarships for international students in UK. The scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degree level. Only students who hold an offer letter can be awarded a scholarship. 5 scholarships will provide 50% deduction and 10 scholarships will provide 25% deduction from the tution fee. Application should be submitted till 13 June 2014. 
About Scholarship: The University of Gloucestershire is pleased to be able to reward academic excellence and operates an extensive scholarship programme for international students. Open to all international fee paying students applying for full-time undergraduate or taught postgraduate courses. Award deducted from tuition fees. 
Study: Scholarships are provided to learn any of the courses offered by the University of Gloucestershire in UK. Course Level: The scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degree level at University of Gloucestershire in UK Scholarship Provider: University of Gloucestershire in UK Scholarship can be taken at: UK 
Eligibility: Open to all international fee paying students applying for full-time undergraduate or taught postgraduate courses.
-Only students who hold an offer letter can be awarded a scholarship.
-A student can apply for multiple awards but will only receive the one of highest value.

-Applicants must hold an offer of a place of study on a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate course at the University of Gloucestershire starting in 2014.
-All scholarship applicants/recipients must be overseas fee payers.
-Applicants must have no outstanding offer conditions attached to their place of study except for the tuition fee deposit and passport photocopy.
-Scholarship applicants must complete the scholarship application form.
-Certified copies/notarized copied of your highest qualification will be required to verify your results/qualifications. 

Scholarship Open for: International students can apply for the scholarships.
Number of awards: 15
Duration: Scholarships are offered for one year. 
Value: 5 scholarships will provide 50% deduction and 10 scholarships will provide 25% deduction from the tution fee. 
Selection criteria: Scholarship applications will be considered by a Scholarship Award Panel. The Panel may consider the following aspects: academic performance, English language, merit of personal statement. 
Notification: The Scholarship Award Panel ‘s decision will be finalized by the end of June 2014 and applicants will be notified of the decision on their application by email at the beginning of July 2014. 
Apply: The mode of applying is email.
Deadline: 13th June 2014
Further Information: http://www.glos.ac.uk/international/prospective/scholarships/Pages/scholarships.aspx

Tuesday 26 November 2013

Internship Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI)

The Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI), a trade federation representing the interests of some 1800 sporting goods manufacturers vis-à-vis the European institutions and international sports federations, is recruiting an Intern starting towards the second half of January.
This is an ideal opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious individual looking to gain experience in lobbying.

General information about FESI
We invite you to visit our website – www.fesi-sport.org - to find out more about our structure, goals and activities.
Profile
- Preferably a master’s degree in European Studies, Political Science, Law or relevant related disciplines
- Good knowledge of EU institutions and decision-making process
- Excellent research and analytical skills
- Fluent written and spoken English is essential, other EU languages an asset
- Ability to work effectively in a small and international team
- Familiarity with MS Office software and Internet browsers

Responsibilities
You will be expected to contribute to the overall functioning of FESI by:
- Supporting the Issue Manager in all lobbying work
- Monitoring EU legislation and relevant developments
- Liaising with European institutions and FESI members
- Taking part in FESI’s Working Committees activities
- Assisting with organisation of events and meetings
- Providing administrative support

Please note that the internship is unpaid, with a modest stipend upon conclusion of the internship covering some expenses.
To apply
If you would like to apply for the internship, please send your cover letter and CV to the attention of Ms Elena Abbati at assistant1@fesi-sport.org. The deadline for applications is Monday, 16th of December 2013. Please note that only candidate of interests will be contacted.