Sunday, 4 August 2013

Full Time Taught Postgraduate Masters Scholarship Scheme for EU Students in Ireland

National University of Ireland, Galway is offering Full Time Taught Postgraduate Masters Scholarship for EU students in Ireland. The EU students are eligible for this scholarship. Applicants must be accepted at the NUI Galway for full time taught postgraduate masters program. Scholarship is awarded for current academic year of 2013/14 and scholarship cannot be deferred. Successful students will be notified within the four weeks of submission of scholarship application. 
About Scholarship: NUI Galway has established a Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme to support and facilitate students wishing to register for a Full time Taught Postgraduate Masters programme with a minimum of 90 ECTS in the academic year 2013/14. 
Study: The scholarship is provided to learn any of the courses offered by the NUI Galway in Ireland. Course Level: This scholarship is for pursuing full time taught master’s degree level. Scholarship by: National University of Ireland, Galway Location: Ireland 
Eligibility: In order to be eligible for the award of a scholarship, students must:
•Be accepted onto a Full time Taught Masters programme for the academic year 2013/2014, and;
•Have obtained a first class honors primary degree (Level 8) or equivalent. 

Scholarship Open for: The students of Europe (Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Serbia and Montenegro, Slovakia (Slovak Republic), Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, Vatican City) can apply for this scholarship. 
Duration: A Scholarship is tenable only at National University of Ireland, Galway in respect of the programme for which it is offered. It may not be transferred to any other programme. The Scholarship is only available in the year in which it is offered. It may not be deferred. 
Nature of Award: For students who are liable to pay fees for their postgraduate programme, the scholarship will take the form of a fee reduction of €1,500. Students whose fee is paid by a grant authority will receive a cheque for €1,500 
Value: The value of the Scholarship will be €1,500 per student. 
Selection Criteria: Scholarships will be awarded to all students who meet the eligibility criteria set out above. 
Notification: The applicant will be notified of her/his eligibility for the award within 4 weeks of submitting a complete scholarship application. The applicant will then be required to complete the registration requirements of the University by the due date. 
Condition of Award: To register as a student of the University on the programme in respect of which the Scholarship is being awarded by the due registration date. Failure to complete the registration requirement by the due date will render the student ineligible for the award without further notice. The individual in receipt of the Scholarship must be attending the programme on a full time basis. 
Apply: The mode of applying is online. Applications must be made using the online form Online Scholarship Application. Applicants are required to have received and accepted an offer on a Full time Taught Postgraduate. Masters programme prior to completing the online application form and must also submit evidence of eligibility (i.e. final transcript of primary degree) in accordance with the eligibility criteria of this Scheme by uploading electronic copies of the relevant documents to their application on the Postgraduate Application Center (PAC). 
Deadline: 9 August 2013
Further Information: http://www.nuigalway.ie/postgrad/scholarships/

2013-2014 Read-me Scholarship Competition for Master’s in Interaction Design in Italy

Domus Academy in partnership with Adobe is offering Read-me scholarship competition for Masters in Interaction Design in Italy. International Students are eligible for this scholarship. Students with an educational background and/or professional experience in product design, visual and graphic design, media and web design, architecture, computer science, engineering, communication science, psychology and sociology are eligible. Three International scholarships prizes are offered which cover tuition fees. English language proficiency is required. 
About Scholarship: The design of interactive objects, spaces and services. The Master Program in Interaction Design integrates Information and digital technology potential, design sensitivity and business mind set to generate an interactive design product.
The course aims at providing students with practical and conceptual skills to carry out a “problem setting” activity, using their imagination to develop concepts, scenarios and strategies based on the introduction of digital communication technologies in the everyday life environment, integrating design and creative sensitivity to more technical and market-oriented competence.
Starting with a module dedicated to Interaction Design Culture, the course includes a combination of vision and skill based design workshop activities, followed by an internship and a Final Project in which students, led by a project leader, investigate an interaction design theme, chosen within a research framework proposed by the faculty in close relation with corporate and socio cultural processes.
Study: Interaction Design
Course Level: Masters Degree level
Scholarship by: Domus Academy-In partnership with Adobe
Location: Italy 
Eligibility: -Candidates holding a first-level academic diploma or BA degree, or about to graduate within the academic year 2012/13 and with a knowledge of the English language (IELTS 5.0 academic or equivalent certificate). 
Scholarship Open for: International students are eligible for this master’s scholarship. 
Number of awards: 3
Duration: Scholarships are awarded on total tuition fee of Master Program 
Value: Application fee is waived for competition participants.
-One scholarship covering 70% of the total tuition fee of the Master Program.
-One scholarship covering 50% of the total tuition fee of the Master Program.
-One scholarship covering 30% of the total tuition fee of the Master Program. 

Notification: Candidates will be informed about the results of the competition by e-mail on October 7th 2013. 
Apply: The mode of applying is electronically or by post. Projects in digital format must be sent by e-mail to competitions@domusacademy.it. Paper works must be sent by post. Participants can choose the presentation technique that better express their skills (they can use hand sketches, digital illustrations, 3D renderings, etc): maximum 5 A3 boards in .PDF or .TIFF files.
-Short written description of the project: maximum 1 A4 page.

-Curriculum vitae of the participant: maximum 1 A4 page
-Statement of purpose: maximum 5 lines on an A4 page.
- Domus Academy Application Form
The candidates are asked to send their materials in one sole file in PDF format. Any further attached material will be considered a plus and will be evaluated by the jury.  Application fee is waived for competition participants. 
Deadline: Projects must be sent to Domus Academy by and not later than 15 September 2013.
Further Information: http://www.domusacademy.it/site/it/home/master-programs/interaction-design/concorsi-e-borse-di-studio/interaction-design-competition-january-2014.html

Chancellor’s International Postgraduate Scholarships at University of Sussex in UK, 2014

The University is offering 25 scholarships to international (non UK/EU) students applying for a postgraduate taught course in 2014. The scholarships are available for most courses and are equivalent to 50 per cent of the international student’s tuition fee. The scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit and potential of the students. The application deadline is 1 May 2014.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided to study any one of the course offered by the University of Sussex in UK. Course Level: These scholarships are available for pursuing Postgraduate (taught) degree level at University of Sussex in UK. Scholarship Provider: University of Sussex, UK Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: In order to be considered for a Chancellor’s International Scholarship students must meet all of the following criteria:
-Have applied for and accepted a place to start a Postgraduate taught degree at the University of Sussex (e.g., MA, MSc, LLM, MRes, Postgraduate Diploma, and Graduate Diploma) excluding the following degrees:
-Courses in the Institute of Development Studies, except the MA Gender and Development course.
- MSc in Social Research Methods + DPhil combined (1+3 degrees).
- International foundation years, International Year One Diploma in Business and Management, and Pre-masters.
- Pre-Masters Degrees and Diplomas taught at partner colleges which are validated by Sussex.
-Be assessed as liable to pay fees at the “overseas” (namely the non-EU) rate.
-Have sufficient funds to meet your tuition fees and living expenses, after taking account of the possible award of a Chancellor’s International Scholarship.

Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of Afghanistan, Islamic State of Albania ,Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Principality of, Angola, Anguilla, Antarctica, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Botswana, Bouvet Island, Brazil, British Indian Ocean Territory, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Kingdom of, Cameroon, Canada, Cape Verde, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, China, Colombia, Comoros, Congo, Congo, The Democratic Republic of the, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Curacao, Cyprus (European Union), Cyprus (Non-European Union), Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Estonia, Ethiopia, Falkland Islands, Faroe Islands, Fiji, Finland, France, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Gibraltar, Greece, Greenland, Grenada, Guam (USA), Guatemala, Guernsey, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Guyana, Haiti, Heard Island and McDonald Islands, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Isle of Man, Israel, Italy, Ivory Coast (Cote d’Ivoire), Jamaica, Japan, Jersey, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kosovo, Kuwait, Kyrgyz Republic (Kyrgyzstan), Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macau, Macedonia, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mali, Malta, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Montserrat, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, North Korea, Northern Mariana Islands, Norway, Not Known, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Palestinian Territory, Occupied, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Pitcairn Island, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russian Federation, Rwanda, S. Georgia and S. Sandwich Isls, Saint Barthelemy, Saint Helena, Saint Kitts and Nevis Anguilla, Saint Lucia, Saint Martin (French Part), Saint Tome (Sao Tome) and Principe, Saint Vincent and Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Sint Maarten (Dutch Part), Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea, South Sudan, Spain, Sri Lanka, Stateless, Sudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Turks and Caicos Islands, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United States, United States Minor Outlying Islands, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vatican City (Holy See), Venezuela, Vietnam, Virgin Islands (British), Western Sahara, Yemen, Yugoslavia not otherwise specified, Zambia and Zimbabwe can apply for these scholarships.
Scholarship Description: 25 scholarships are available in the majority of Sussex Schools, and are awarded on the basis of academic performance and potential. The scholarships are offered for one year.
Number of award(s): 25 Scholarships are offered.
Duration of award(s): Scholarships are offered for one year.
What does it cover? The scholarships will provide 50% off in the international students tuition fee.
 Selection Criteria: The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic performance and potential.
Notification: Notification to first choice and short-listed candidates by 19 June 2014.
 How to Apply: The mode of applying is by email, post or fax.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 1 May 2014.
Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

2014 Scholarships for International Research Fees in Australia

University of Western Australia offers scholarships for international research fees to undertake the degree of Masters by Research or Doctorate by Research. Applications for SIRF scholarships are rated according to academic achievement, english language achievement, research training achievement and proposed research environment. Allocation of scholarships is the outcome of a competitive ranking and selection process in which applications are scored and ranked by schools, faculties and the university scholarships committee, according to these common criteria on the basis of evidence provided. These scholarships cover international tuition fees for up to four (4) years, as well as Overseas Health Cover for the award holder only. 
About Scholarship: Applications are invited from suitably qualified international students for scholarships to undertake the degree of Masters by Research or Doctorate by Research at the The University of Western Australia (UWA). Application for a scholarship is also an application for admission to the University.
The aim of the UWA SIRF scheme is to attract top quality international postgraduate students to areas in which the University has specialised research strengths and to support Australia’s research effort.
Successful applicants can expect to become members of a research team working under the direction of senior researchers and in an area which has attracted external resources. These scholarships cover International Tuition Fees for up to four (4) years, as well as Overseas Health Cover for the award holder only. SIRF scholarships do not cover the cost of health insurance premiums for dependants of the award holder. SIRF awardees may also be awarded a full living allowance scholarship. 
Study: any of the courses offered by the University of Western Australia. Course Level: Degree of Masters by Research or Doctorate by Research Scholarship by: University of Western Australia (UWA) Location: Australia 
Eligibility: -Applications for SIRF scholarships are rated according to the following criteria: (a) Academic achievement; (b) English language achievement ; (c) Research training achievement; and (d) Proposed research environment. Allocation of scholarships is the outcome of a competitive ranking and selection process in which applications are scored and ranked by Schools, Faculties and the University Scholarships Committee, according to these common criteria on the basis of evidence provided.
-Please note: SIRF scholarships can only be awarded to applicants who have also been offered a living allowance scholarship equivalent to the Australian Postgraduate Award. 
Scholarship Open for: International Students can apply for these scholarships. 
Duration: The scholarship is tenable for the duration of the course for which it is awarded which is— -two years for the degree of master’s by research; or -three years for a doctoral degree 
Value: These scholarships cover International Tuition Fees for up to four (4) years, as well as Overseas Health Cover for the award holder only. SIRF scholarships do not cover the cost of health insurance premiums for dependants of the award holder. SIRF awardees may also be awarded a full living allowance scholarship. SIRF awardees may also be awarded a full living allowance scholarship and UWA Top-Up Scholarship (the total combined value was $28,153 per annum in 2013). Please see the entries forUniversity Postgraduate Awards (UPAIS); University International Stipends (UIS) and UWA Safety-Net Top-Up Scholarships for further information about living allowance scholarships.
Selection criteria: The scholarships will be awarded on academic achievement. 
Apply: online
Deadline: 30th August 2013
Further Information: http://www.scholarships.uwa.edu.au/search?sc_view=1&id=2021&page=1&ApplicationStatus=-1&Faculty=-1&StudyLevel=-1&Nationality=-1&StudyArea=-1&q=2014+IPRS+application+main+round

Friday, 2 August 2013

Call for interns: Communication intern and Project Management intern

The European Youth Press (EYP), network of young media makers, is seeking for two motivated intern, supported by an Erasmus or Leonardo internship program, to work at the organisation’s headquarters in Brussels. The EYP is specifically looking for an intern in the field of communication and an intern in the field of project management.
Through this internship, you will have the possibility to get work experience from an international organisation located in the heart of Brussels, right next to the European Parliament.
Note: Only candidates supported by a Leonardo or Erasmus internship programme or a university course (CSN) will be considered.
In order to apply, you should have a keen interest in media and be a student or a recent graduate in a relevant field of study to the announced position.

Responsibilities of communication intern:

The intern will report to our secretary general and work on a variety of communication strategies, develop concepts for brochures, press releases and participate in the day-to-day work of the secretariat.
The intern will also assist in the development of the social media and communication strategy.

Requirements:

  • Demonstrated knowledge and interest of in the field of media and journalism
  • Good knowledge of English
  • Creative and detail oriented
  • Pro-active
  • Organised and able to fulfill his/her tasks independently
  • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is a plus
  • Background knowledge in the field of communication is a plus

Responsibilities of project management intern:

The intern will report to our secretary general and work on a variety of projects. The intern will be involved in the drafting and management of the projects, will be in contact with different stakeholders, partners and participants and will also be fully involved in the day-to-day work of the secretariat.

Requirements:

  • Demonstrated knowledge and interest of in the field of media and journalism
  • Good knowledge of English
  • Creative and detail oriented
  • Pro-active
  • Organised and able to fulfill his/her tasks independently
  • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is a plus
  • Experience in project management and fundraising is a plus

What we offer:

  • A working experience in an international environment
  • The possibility to work independently and the opportunity to participate in some of European Youth Press’s trainings across Europe, such as the European Youth Media Days in October.
  • The possibility to be involved in the development of social media and communication concepts and strategies
  • The possibility to be part of a vibrant network of young media makers
In order to apply please send us your CV and motivation letter to applications@youthpress.org (SUBJECT: Intern 2013) until the 24th of August 2013 (23:59, Brussels time).

2014 International Bursaries at Curtin Canning College Engineering in Australia

Curtin University offers international bursaries for pursuing undergraduate degree level in the field of Chemical, Civil, Electrical & Computer and Mechanical Engineering at Curtin Canning College Engineering. The bursary is available to international students enrolling at Curtin University in 2014 who have demonstrated a high-level of academic achievement in their studies at Canning College, and obtained an ATAR of 96 or above or equivalent in 2013. 
About Scholarship: The Curtin Canning College Engineering International Bursary is available to international students enrolling at Curtin University in 2014 who have demonstrated a high-level of academic achievement in their studies at Canning College, and obtained an ATAR of 96 or above or equivalent in 2013. One Bursary will be awarded in each of the areas of Chemical, Civil, Electrical & Computer and Mechanical Engineering. 
Study: Scholarships are provided in the field of Chemical, Civil, Electrical & Computer and Mechanical Engineering at Curtin Canning College Engineering. Course Level: Undergraduate degree level
Scholarship by: Curtin University Location: Australia 
Eligibility: Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to be considered for a Curtin Canning College Engineering International Bursary:
-Be a Canning College student in 2013
-Receive an ATAR equivalent of 96.00 or above through Canning College in 2013
-Be an international student and hold a valid Student Visa – Higher Education (Subclass 573)
-Have received a Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) into an eligible engineering degree and major at Curtin University in 2014
-Be commencing the semester of their first undergraduate degree in semester 1, 2014. 

Scholarship Open for: International students can apply for these scholarships. 
Number of awards: 5
Value: The bursary will provide a cash payment of $500 per semester (based on a full time study load of 100 credit points each semester) to assist with costs associated with studying for the normal expected duration of the degree for which the scholarship is offered. Payments will occur post census date each semester. Payments will be made approximately mid-end April and September each year. 
Selection Criteria: The scholarships will be awarded on merit based.
Notification: All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application via email in mid-January. 
Apply: An applicant must submit a completed application form with supporting documents attached on the scholarship closing date, to the Scholarships Office at the Bentley campus. Incomplete Applications or applications missing documentation will not be assessed. 
Deadline:
-
Applications open: 04/08/2013
-Applications close: 13/01/2014

Further Information: http://scholarships.curtin.edu.au/scholarships/scholarship.cfm?id=1480

BYU Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students in USA, 2014

Brigham Young University offers undergraduate scholarships for new freshmen, former and continuing undergraduate degree-seeking students and Transfer students. International students are eligible to apply for academic scholarships after completing one full enrollment (12 credits) at BYU. Transfer students can apply for academic scholarships as Continuing students after having completed at least one full enrollment (12 credit hours). The Financial Aid Office limits assistance to eight semesters of fall/winter scholarship per student. The application deadline is October 1, 2013.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided to learn any of the courses offered by the Brigham Young University. Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate degree level at Brigham Young University. Scholarship Provider: Brigham Young University Scholarship can be taken at: USA
Eligibility: New Freshmen: Prospective new freshmen are eligible to apply for undergraduate scholarships beginning with the term/semester they are admitted. Please note scholarship deadlines listed below. Freshmen must submit all admissions materials to the Admissions Office by the scholarship deadline in order to be considered for scholarships.
-Former and Continuing Students: Former and continuing undergraduate degree-seeking students are eligible to apply for undergraduate scholarships. Former students receive consideration as continuing students.
-Transfer Students: Transfer students are not eligible for academic scholarships upon initial entrance at BYU.  Transfer students can apply for academic scholarships as Continuing students after having completed at least one full enrollment (12 credit hours) at BYU by the appropriate March 1 application deadline.
-International Students: International students are eligible to apply for academic scholarships after completing one full enrollment (12 credits) at BYU. The deadline to submit the continuing student scholarship application is March 1. Scholarships are awarded annually.

Scholarship Open for International Students: International and US students can apply for these scholarships.
Scholarship Description: Brigham Young University offers scholarships to select students, who have demonstrated a serious and diligent commitment to academic excellence, as an investment in their education. Scholarship funds are provided through tithes of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and offerings of generous friends of the university. They are given to encourage continued commitment to spiritual and intellectual growth. The gift of a scholarship assumes an obligation on the part of the recipient to use that investment wisely to prepare for expanded and purposeful service in the Lord’s kingdom.
Number of award(s): Brigham Young University anticipates awarding approximately one-fourth of the new incoming freshmen students an academic scholarship. 
Duration of award(s): The Financial Aid Office limits assistance to eight semesters of fall/winter scholarship per student. Spring/summer scholarships do not count against the eight semesters of eligibility. Thus, after receiving eight semesters of fall/winter scholarship, you may still be eligible for spring/summer awards.
What does it cover? Most scholarships are either full LDS tuition or half LDS tuition. Students will receive only one scholarship from the Financial Aid Office. If you qualify for more than one scholarship, you will receive the award with the highest monetary value. You are welcome to receive additional scholarships from your department or other organizations.
Selection Criteria: The scholarships will be awarded on academic basis.
Notification: Notification is sent to all applicants on Mid-November whether they are awarded a scholarship or not. Notification will be sent electronically through your Message Center.
How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is October 1, 2013.
Further Official Scholarship Information and Application