Sunday, 29 September 2013

International Climate Protection Fellowships for Developing Countries in Germany, 2014

Federal Environment Ministry’s (BMU) is funding International Climate Protection Fellowships for Non European and developing countries’ applicants. Up to 20 International Climate Protection Fellowships are granted annually for a period of one year in Germany. Fellowships are available for prospective leaders to conduct a research-based project in the field of climate protection and climate-related resource conservation during a one-year stay in Germany. Funding covers fellowship amount per month which includes a mobility lump sum and a contribution towards health and liability insurance. Online application will be submitted by 15 March 2014.
Study Subject (s): The fellowship is awarded in climate protection and climate-related resource conservation. Course Level: This fellowship is for pursuing research prgramme in Germany. Scholarship Provider: Federal Environment Ministry’s (BMU) International Climate Initiative. Scholarship can be taken at: Germany
Eligibility: -Applicants must demonstrate clearly visible leadership potential based either on experience in initial leadership positions or on appropriate references.
-They must also have completed their first university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) less than 12 years prior to the start of the fellowship (1 March 2015) with outstanding results.
-Furthermore, they must have extensive professional experience in a leadership role (at least 48 months at the time of application) or hold a further academic or professional qualification.
-They are also expected to have gained initial practical experience through involvement in projects related to climate protection and climate-related resource conservation.
-In addition to applicants with a background in the natural and engineering sciences, candidates who have been engaged in legal, economic and societal issues relating to climate change are encouraged to apply for this programme.
-Graduates who are interested in spending time studying or training in Germany should apply to the programmes offered by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) or other funding organizations.
-Post-doctoral researchers wishing to pursue an academic research project should apply to the Georg Forster or Humboldt Research Fellowship Programme for Postdoctoral Researchers (up to four years after completion of doctorate) or for Experienced Researchers (up to 12 years after completion of doctorate).

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Prospective leaders from the following non-European threshold and developing countries may apply for research fellowship: Afghanistan, Ecuador, Madagascar, Samoa, Algeria Egypt, Malawi, Sao Tomé and Príncipe, Angola, El Salvador, Malaysia, Senegal, Antigua and Barbuda, Equatorial Guinea, Maldives, Seychelles, Argentina, Eritrea, Mali, Sierra Leone, Ethiopia, Marshall Islands, Solomon Islands, Mauritania, Somalia, Bangladesh, Mauritius, South Africa, Belize, Fiji, Mexico, South Sudan, Benin, Micronesia, Fed. States, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Gabon, Morocco, St. Kitts and Nevis, Bolivia, Gambia, Mongolia, St. Lucia, Botswana, Ghana, Mozambique, St. Vincent and Brazil, Grenada, Myanmar, the Grenadines, Burkina Faso, Guatemala, Sudan, Burundi, Guinea, Suriname Guinea-Bissau, Namibia, Swaziland ,Guyana, Nauru, Syria, Cambodia, Nepal, Cameroon, Nicaragua, Cape Verde, Haiti, Niger, Tajikistan, Central African Republic, Honduras, Nigeria, Tanzania, Chad, Niue, Thailand, Chile, India, Timor-Leste China, PR of Indonesia, Togo, Colombia, Iran, Pakistan, Tonga, Comoros, Iraq, Palestinian territories, Tunisia, Congo, Dem. Rep. of Palau, Turkmenistan, Congo, Rep. of the Panama, Tuvalu, Cook Islands, Jamaica, Papua New Guinea, Costa Rica, Jordan, Paraguay, Cote d’Ivoire, Peru, Uganda, Cuba, Kazakhstan, Philippines, Uruguay, Kenya, Uzbekistan, Kiribati, Dominica, Korea, Dem. PR of Rwanda, Dominican Republic ,Kyrgyzstan, Vanuatu, Djibouti ,Venezuela, Laos, Vietnam Lesotho, Lebanon, Yemen, Liberia, Libya, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
* The list of developing countries is based on the information of the Development Assistance Committee (DAC) of the OECD. For the International Climate Protection Fellowship Program European threshold and developing countries have been excluded from this list.
*The fellowships target prospective leaders from non-European emerging and developing countries, who are engaged in the field of climate protection and climate-related resource conservation in non-governmental organisations, public administrations, politics, academia or business in their countries.

Scholarship Description: The global challenge posed by climate change can only be met by cross-border international collaborations. This programme makes a contribution to this by enabling future decision-makers and multipliers to conduct a research-based project in cooperation with specialist colleagues in Germany. Funding is available for project proposals which address issues directly relating to climate protection as well as adaptation to climate change, e.g. in the area of climate-related resource conservation. The project should facilitate the mutual exchange of knowledge, methods and techniques between the fellows and their hosts in Germany, taking into account the question of practical applicability in the fellows’ countries. Contacts to various institutions in different sectors (universities, research institutes, ministries, environmental authorities, companies, non-governmental organizations, etc.) in the context of the project are expressly welcomed. In addition to financing the project, the fellowship aims to facilitate and promote the development of long-term contacts and collaborations with colleagues in Germany.
In the course of group programme events (introductory seminar, training courses, final meeting) during the fellowship year, fellows should gain an overview of climate protection and climate-related resource conservation as well as the important actors in these fields in Germany. Another objective of the programme is to create cross-border, cross-disciplinary networks amongst the fellows as a precondition for building an international expert network on climate protection and climate-related resource conservation. As a long term objective, networking should be extended to include scientists working in these fields in the respective countries who are members of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation’s network of excellence.
Number of award(s): Up to 20 International Climate Protection Fellowships are granted annually.
Duration of award (s): The following timetable for the one-year stay in Germany is designed to facilitate networking amongst the fellows and is mandatory for everyone:
- January, February 2015: intensive language course in Germany (optional)
- March 2015: introductory seminar – April 2015
- February 2016: work on project at host institutes in Germany – June 2015: Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Annual Meeting including reception held by the President of the Federal Republic of Germany – Autumn 2015: several-day training course
- January/February 2016: final week including reception held by the leadership of the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety Fellowships may be extended by up to three months on application.

What does it cover? The fellowship amount reflects the fellow’s academic and professional qualifications, current position and professional experience and is currently set at 2,150 EUR, 2,450 EUR or 2,750 EUR per month. This includes a mobility lump sum and a contribution towards health and liability insurance.
Allowance for research costs to be paid to the hosts in Germany amounting to 800 EUR per month (for projects in the natural and engineering sciences) and 500 EUR (for projects in the humanities and social sciences); Language fellowship for a one- to two-month intensive language course in Germany immediately prior to the start of the fellowship; when a fellowship has been granted, the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation may provide financial support for improving fellows’ language skills while they are still in their own countries.
Fellows with little or no knowledge of German are strongly advised to take a two-month intensive language course in Germany;
-Lump sum for the fellow’s travel expenses if the costs are not borne by a third party;
-Europe allowance for a maximum of one to two months spent studying or researching at an institution in another European country during the fellowship, provided that this is necessary to carry out the project in question.
-Family allowances for visits by family members lasting at least three months (up to 326 EUR per month for the marital partner and up to 234 EUR per month for each child);
-For single parents accompanied by children under the age of 18 on stays of at least three months, an allowance is available (400 EUR per month for the first child, 100 EUR for every additional child);
-Additional extension of the fellowship by up to three months if children under 12 also accompany the fellow to Germany;
-Extensive alumni funding after successfully completing the stay in Germany, especially support for networking with collaborative partners in Germany during the fellow’s entire career.

Selection Criteria: Not Known
Notification: After reviewing the applications, an independent selection committee will decide, probably by the beginning of July 2014, which candidates will be invited to participate in a selection meeting in Germany lasting several days. This selection meeting will take place from 16 to 19 September 2014 and applicants will be given the opportunity to outline their project to the selection committee and the other applicants as well as to attend individual interviews held by the selection committee. At the end of the meeting the selection results will be announced.
How to Apply: Applications must be submitted online.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The completed application form including all the necessary additional documentation must be submitted by the closing date for applications (15 March 2014).
Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

2014 International Postgraduate Research Scholarship at RMIT University in Australia

RMIT University is offering international postgraduate research scholarship for international student commencing a higher degree by research (masters or PhD) at RMIT in 2014. Applicants must have been offered a place that is not conditional on meeting English language requirements or provide evidence of English language proficiency and meet the English language requirement of the HDR program before the closing date of the scholarship application. The scholarship provides tuition fees and the cost of an overseas student health cover policy for the duration of your program.  
About Scholarship: If you are an international student commencing a higher degree by research (masters or PhD) at RMIT in 2014, the International Postgraduate Research Scholarship could pay your tuition fees for the normal duration of your program. The scholarship provides tuition fees and the cost of an Overseas Student Health Cover policy for the duration of your program. (This is normally three years for a research doctorate degree and two years for a research master degree.)
Study: Scholarships are provided to learn any of the courses offered by the at RMIT University. Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing higher degree by research (masters or PhD) at RMIT University. Scholarship by: RMIT University Location: Australia 
Eligibility: To be eligible for this scholarship you must:
-be an international student, hold an Australian student visa for the term of the scholarship and comply with the conditions of the visa
-have achieved excellent academic results
-have been offered a place in a higher degree research program at an Australian RMIT campus commencing in 2014
-have been offered a place that is not conditional on meeting English language requirements OR provide evidence of English language proficiency and meet the English language requirement of the HDR program before the closing date of the scholarship application
-not already hold a research qualification equivalent to an Australian research doctorate or research masters (if applicable)
-willing to be an ambassador for the Research Scholarships
-be studying in one of RMIT’s areas of research strengths
-Provide details of any external funding for tuition or living expenses that you have received or applied for.
There are additional eligibility requirements for IPRS which are listed below. You must:
-be an overseas student as defined in the Act
-meet the Department of Immigration and Citizenship’s international student visa requirements – this includes purchasing and maintaining a standard Overseas Student Health Cover policy approved by the Commonwealth Government of Health and Ageing
-meet the Department of Immigration and Citizenship’s international student visa requirements – this includes purchasing and maintaining a standard Overseas Student Health Cover policy approved by the Commonwealth Government of Health and Ageing
-not have held an Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) scholarship in the two years before taking up the IPRS
-not be receiving a scholarship for which course tuition is a component under any other scholarship scheme to which the Australian Government makes a substantial contribution
-not have previously received an IPRS for a research doctorate unless you are converting to a research masters degree under paragraph 3.25.15 of these Guidelines
-not have previously received an IPRS for a research masters degree, unless you have completed your masters and are immediately undertaking a research doctorate degree or you have converted your IPRS under paragraph 3.25.15 of these guidelines. 

Scholarship Open for: International Students can apply for these scholarships. 
Duration: This is normally three years for a research doctorate degree and two years for a research master degree.
Value: The scholarship provides tuition fees and the cost of an Overseas Student Health Cover policy for the duration of your program. 
Apply: Online
Deadline: 31 October 2013
Further Information: http://rmit.com.au/browse;ID=d7epp9e09vaw

Harvard University Scholarships

Harvard University is one of the leading research and teaching institutions in the world. It was established in1636. Harvard is the oldest institution of higher education in the United States which welcomes students from all over the world. Harvard is a popular study destination for students as they get the opportunity to participate in an outstanding range of activities. Harvard University is devoted to excellence in teaching, learning, and research and developing leaders in many disciplines who make a difference globally.
Harvard’s first scholarship fund was created in 1643 with a gift from Ann Radcliffe, Lady Mowlson. Harvard University accept freshmen on the basis of their scholastic achievements and other talents, not their ability to pay tuition. Financial needs are met through a combination of scholarships or loans. The financial aid package may cover up to 100 percent of tuition and expenses, depending on the degree of need. All financial aids are awarded on the basis of financial need, and about 70% of Harvard undergraduates receive financial aid. The financial aid policies for foreign citizens are exactly the same as those for U.S. citizens.
There are various courses which students can choose to pursue from Harvard University. Harvard students stand out for their academic excellence. Candidates come throughout the world representing demographic, economic and cultural diversity. With a continuing commitment to the pursuit of quality, Harvard University offers incomparable student experiences across a wide spectrum of academic environments.
Harvard admits outstanding students of every nationality and background. This page contains useful information for students interested in learning more about how to apply for admission to Harvard and for different scholarships. Harvard College offers undergraduate (bachelor’s, first) degree, graduate degree, Doctoral Programs and Summer Programs. All these levels of education are offered to national and international students.
Different schools of Harvard:
-Harvard Business School
-Harvard Divinity School
-Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences
-Harvard Graduate School of Design
-Harvard Graduate School of Education
-Harvard Kennedy School
-Harvard Law School
-Harvard Medical School
-Harvard School of Dental Medicine
-Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
-Harvard School of Public Health
-Harvard Extension School
-Harvard Institute for Learning in Retirement
-Harvard Summer School

Eligibility Criteria
1- Testing Information:
- The SAT or ACT with Writing, as well as two SAT Subject Tests. Students should not submit two Subject Tests in mathematics to meet this requirement. Candidates whose first language is not English should ordinarily not use a Subject Test in their first language to meet the two Subject Test requirements.
- In order for your application to be considered complete, the official test scores should be submitted directly to Harvard by the testing agency on your behalf. If they do not receive your official scores from the testing agency, they will be unable to make an admissions decision.
- While Harvard honors the College Board’s Score Choice program and allows you to submit tests taken as late as January for consideration, the students are advised to Regular Decision candidates to complete and submit at least one component of the required tests (SAT or ACT with Writing or two College Board Subject Tests) by the end of November. This will allow them to begin their evaluation process for those submitting applications by December 15.
- For Early Action candidates, the university hopes to receive all testing results by the end of October, but students are still eligible to apply using the November series. Those results will arrive in time for consideration without the need and expense of “rush reporting.”
2. Entry Requirements for Graduates
 -Applicants who wish to pursue a degree at the Graduate School must hold the equivalent of a US bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) from an institution of recognized standing.
-Applicants from institutions outside of the US; applicants must hold the equivalent of US bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) from institutions of recognized standing (either a three or four year undergraduate degree).
3. Entry Requirements for Doctoral Programs
To be considered for admissions applicants must have a bachelor’s degree. Undergraduate applicants in his/her senior year are welcome to apply.
  -Required Application Materials:
a.Completed online application form
b.Resume
c.Statement of Purpose
d.Transcripts for all college/university degrees and courses
e.Self-reported transcripts are accepted for DBA programs
f.Official transcripts are required for PhD programs. Applicants must also upload copies of his/her transcripts to the online application system.
g.Current GMAT or GRE scores
h.TOEFL scores
i.Three letters of recommendation (at least one from an academic source). Recommendation letters must be submitted online through the online application system. Hard copy recommendation letters will not be accepted.
j.$105 application fee via credit card

-GMAT and GRE All applicants are required to take either the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) or the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Submitted test scores must not be older than five years. Applicants are, however, advised to take the exam no later than mid-November. There is no minimum test score requirement, and admissions committee does not have a preference in tests.
-International Applications Adequate command of spoken and written English is required for admission. Applicants whose native language is other than English and who do not hold a Bachelor degree or its equivalent from an institution at which English is the language of instruction must submit TOEFL scores. Applicants are strongly encouraged to choose the TOEFL internet-based test when possible.
-Reapplicants 
Applicants who applied last year are considered reapplicants. Reapplicants must file a new application, pay the full application fee, submit at least one new letter of recommendation from someone who has not previously submitted letters on your behalf, and submit transcripts covering any academic work undertaken since the time of last application. It is the policy of the Harvard Business School Doctoral Programs that prior applications and supporting materials will be considered along with new application materials.

-All programs require the General GRE test scores; some require the GRE Subject test scores (some programs allow the GMAT to substitute, see Program Details). Some programs require specific undergraduate courses, languages, or quantitative expertise.
4. English Language Requirements
In order to undertake a program of study here at the University, you will need to demonstrate that you have a good level of written and spoken English. You can demonstrate your level of English with IELTS, TOEFL or alternative qualifications. The sections below will tell you what grades you need in these qualifications for the subject area you want to study.
5. Special Requirements
For some courses there are very specific entry requirements concerning a students’ fitness to practice their chosen course of study.
Scholarships and Fellowships
International and national students at Harvard are eligible for many forms of financial aids like scholarships and fellowships. Students are encouraged to explore the different financial aid options available to them at each of the University’s schools.
Different Fellowships & Scholarships in Harvard University
Harvard Kennedy School Scholarships 
Wigh Fellowships for International Scholars at Harvard University in USA, 2014
Harvard University is a great place to combine a quality education with an outstanding quality of life. The rewards and opportunities of studying in this university are endless. So friends it’s a great opportunity to gain an internationally recognized qualification that will open doors for your successful future. In case you have any queries kindly reach us right under this article.
Good Luck!!
Vaishali Arora

2014/2015 International Leader of Tomorrow Award for Undergraduate Students at the University of British of Colombia, Canada

The International Leader of Tomorrow Award is offered for outstanding students both in academic and leadership skill. International undergraduate students are welcomed to apply this scholarship award. The winners of the award will be awarded a full fees that connected to their study.

Program Description

The International Leader of Tomorrow Award recognizes international undergraduate students who demonstrate superior academic achievement, leadership skills, involvement in student affairs and community service, recognized achievement in fields of endeavour such as the performing arts, sports, debating or creative writing, or external academic competitions and examinations.

The International Leader of Tomorrow Award can be renewed for up to three additional years of undergraduate study, or to degree completion, whichever is less, provided the student achieves satisfactory academic standing in their faculty, continues to demonstrate financial need, and maintains their Canadian study permit (visa).

Award Amount

Each of the successful applicants will be awarded a full scholarship which will cover an award-level commensurate with their financial need as determined by the costs of their tuition, fees and living costs, minus the financial contribution the student and their family can make annually towards these costs. A standard needs-assessment is made, based on financial information provided by students and their families.

Eligibility and Criteria
  • be admissible to the first choice program they are applying to, including meeting UBC’s English Language Admission Standard
  • have an excellent academic record (at least an “A” average or equivalent standard)
  • be an international student, who is neither a Canadian citizen nor a permanent resident of Canada, and who will be studying in Canada on a Canadian Study Permit (visa)
  • demonstrate a level of financial need that would otherwise prevent them from pursuing a UBC degree.
  • be entering a UBC undergraduate degree program from a recognized secondary school, college or other university

Level and Area of StudiesUndergraduate degree in any subjects area.

Application Procedure

You will find the application link at the official site below. Please visit it to apply.

Submission Deadline

December 10 2013

Contact Detail

Please address your question to: international.awards@ubc.ca

Other Information

Applicants to UBC can specify two program choices in their application for admission, an International Leader of Tomorrow Award nomination will be considered only in relation to the nominee's first choice program.

Friday, 27 September 2013

2013-2014 Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships in Canada

Each year, the Government of Canada offers Banting postdoctoral fellowships program for Canadian and foreign citizens. These fellowships are offered at host institution which may be Canadian and foreign universities, affiliated research hospitals, colleges and not-for-profit organizations with a strong research mandate and capacity in Canada. 70 fellowships worth of $70,000 per year (taxable) will be awarded up to 2 years (nonrenewable). Applications for 2013/14 competition will open in July and close on October. 
About Scholarship: The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program provides funding to the very best postdoctoral applicants, both nationally and internationally, who will positively contribute to the country’s economic, social and research based growth.
Study: Fellowships are awarded in following research areas: Health research, Natural sciences and/or engineering and Social sciences and/or humanities.
Course Level: The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program provides funding to the very best postdoctoral applicants.
Scholarship by: Government of Canada
Location: Canada or foreign countries 
Eligibility: Canadian citizens, permanent residents of Canada and foreign Government of Canada citizens are eligible to apply.
Scholarship Open for: Canadian and foreign citizens can apply for these fellowships.
Number of awards: 70 (annually)
Duration: 2 years (nonrenewable)
Value: Fellowships worth of $70,000 per year (taxable) will be awarded.
 Selection Criteria:
-Research excellence and leadership in the research domain – demonstrated capacity for research excellence based on track record to date as defined by the quality of applicant’s research contribution, and demonstrated capacity for leadership in the research domain defined by the sphere of influence achieved to date by the applicant.
-Quality of applicant’s proposed research program – examined in terms of the potential of the proposed research program, executed in the proposed institutional environment, to position the applicant for significant impact through a research-intensive career (potential for significant impact).
-Institutional commitment and demonstrated synergy between applicant and institutional strategic priorities: Demonstrated commitment of the institution to support development of the applicant’s research and leadership capacity through institutional support (funding, facilities, equipment, etc.) and professional development; Demonstrated alignment and synergy between the applicant’s research ambitions and the institution’s potential to benefit strategically from engagement with the applicant (alignment with institution’s strategic priorities). 
 Notification: Results will be announced by March 31.
Apply: online 
Deadline: November 1, 2103 is the deadline for complete application submission. The applicants seek endorsement from the host institution to apply, prepare and submit application.
Further Information: http://banting.fellowships-bourses.gc.ca/home-accueil-eng.html

UQ Merit Scholarships for Undergraduate Students in Australia, 2014

University of Queensland offers merit scholarships for Year 12 and gap year students to commence study in the Bachelor of Agribusiness, the Bachelor of Agricultural Science or the Bachelor of Science. In 2014 the University will be awarding up to ten scholarships, valued at $6000 for the first year of study. Students who expect to achieve an OP8 or better are encouraged to apply. The application deadline is 31 October 2013.
Study Subject (s): Scholarships are provided in the field of Agricultural Science, Agribusiness , Science (Animal and Veterinary Bioscience) or Science (Soil and Plant Bioscience) at University of Queensland. Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate degree level at University of Queensland. Scholarship Provider: University of Queensland, Australia Scholarship can be taken at: Australia
Eligibility: The scholarships are open to Year 12 and gap year students applying for entry to one of the following programs: the Bachelor of  Agricultural Science, the Bachelor of Agribusiness and Bachelor of Science (Animal and Veterinary Bioscience) or
-the Bachelor of Science (Soil and Plant Bioscience) at UQ’s Gatton campus. Students who expect to achieve an OP8 or better are encouraged to apply.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Australian, New Zealand and international students can apply for these scholarships.
Scholarship Description: In 2014 the University will be awarding up to ten UQ Merit Scholarships, valued at $6000 for the first year of study, for Year 12 school leavers and gap year students who are keen to pursue studies and a career in agriculture or related discipline. Awarded to year 12 and gap year students intending to commence study in the Bachelor of Agribusiness, the Bachelor of Agricultural Science or the Bachelor of Science (majoring in Animal and Veterinary Bioscience or Soil and Plant Bioscience).
Number of award (s): 10 Scholarships are offered.
Duration of award(s): Scholarships are offered for one year.
What does it cover? In 2014 the University will be awarding up to ten UQ Merit Scholarships, valued at $6000 for the first year of study.
Selection Criteria: The scholarships will be awarded to students showing the greatest merit based on academic achievement in their secondary school studies. Leadership and community service achievements may also be taken into consideration.
Notification: Not Known
How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31 October 2013.
Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

Chevening Scholarships for Postgraduate Students in UK, 2014/15

Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations offer Chevening scholarships for masters students. The programme provides full or part funding for full-time courses at postgraduate level, normally a one-year Master’s degree in any subject and at any UK university. Chevening scholarships cover tuition fees, a living allowance at a set rate (for one individual), an economy class return airfare to the UK and additional grants to cover essential expenditure. Some Scholarships cover part of the cost of studying in the UK; for example, tuition fees only or allowances only. The application deadline varies from country to country.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided to study any subject at any UK university. Course Level: The programme provides full or part funding for full-time courses at postgraduate level, normally a one-year Master’s degree at any UK university. Scholarship Provider: Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: Applicants must:
-Meet the academic requirements for their chosen course(s) of study;
-Have a good standard of written and spoken English, and meet the Chevening Scholarships language requirements as well as the language requirements of their chosen course(s) of study;
-Be a citizen of a Chevening country
-Have a minimum of two years’ work experience;
-Not be employees, relatives of employees, or former employees (who left within the past two years) of Her Majesty’s Government (including British Embassies and High Commissions), a partner (sponsor), a sponsoring UK university, or a staff member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities;
-Not have previously studied in the UK under a UK Government-funded scholarship;
-Not have dual British nationality (unless you are a Citizen of a British Overseas Territory).

Scholarship Open for International Students:  The students of Chevening country (Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belize, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, British Overseas Territories, Brunei, Burma, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Cape Verde, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, DR Congo, East Timor, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Falkland Islands, Fiji,Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea Bissau, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan,Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Laos,Lebanon, Lesotho, Libya,Macedonia, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Malaysia, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Mongolia, Montserrat, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique,Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Palestinian Territories, Pakistan, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Pitcairn Island,Republic of Congo, Russia, Rwanda, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Serbia,Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea, Southern Sudan, Sri Lanka, St Helena, St Kitts & Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent & Grenadines, Sudan, Swaziland, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Trinidad & Tobago, Tonga, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Turks and Caicos, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia and Zimbabwe) can apply for these scholarships.
Scholarship Description: Chevening Scholarships are the UK government’s global scholarship programme, funded by the FCO and partner organisations. National merit-based competitions in 118 countries are run each year and Scholarships are awarded to outstanding established or emerging leaders to pursue one-year Master’s degrees in any subject and at any UK university. Initial application is facilitated via the eChevening online system. Typically, up to 25,000 applications are received. These applications are first reviewed against certain eligibility criteria and those that make the cut are then sent to Reading Committees for assessment. The Chevening Scholarships Secretariat is seeking both Eligibility Reviewers and Reading Committee members.
Number of award(s): Not Known
Duration of award(s): Scholarships are awarded for one year.
What does it cover? Chevening Scholarships cover tuition fees, a living allowance at a set rate (for one individual), an economy class return airfare to the UK and additional grants to cover essential expenditure. Some Scholarships cover part of the cost of studying in the UK; for example, tuition fees only or allowances only.
Selection Criteria: Applicants should be high caliber graduates with the personal, intellectual and interpersonal qualities necessary for leadership. Evidence of leadership experience and potential is critical. Each country has a list of priority areas in which it is looking for Chevening Scholars. The typical successful applicant:
-Is a professional graduate, in early or mid-career, who displays both intellectual ability and clear leadership potential;
-Has already worked for two/three years in his/her chosen profession;
-Is committed to return to his/her home country and contribute to its socio-economic development, by implementing the new skills and knowledge acquired in the UK;
-Has a proven track record of professional excellence and achievement, with the prospect of becoming a leader in his/her chosen field;
-Is able to show at interview that he/she possesses the personal qualities to benefit from the Scholarship and use it to succeed in his/her chosen career;
-Is keen to engage with the wider Chevening community while in the UK and on return to his/her home country;
-Has a clear idea of how the Scholarship will benefit his/her country on his/her return.

Notification: Not Known
How to Apply: To apply for one of the four positions available (Eligibility Reviewer, Academic Specialist, Regional Specialist, Lay Committee Member), please send a CV with covering letter outlining each of the following:
-Applicant’s full name
-their postal and email addresses
-their phone number(s)
-position(s) being applied for
-suitability for the role(s)
-confirmation of available period of time (November for Reviewers or one of the three time periods for the Committees, as above)
-acknowledgement of willingness to sign a confidentiality agreement
-Applications should be emailed to sifting-at-chevening.org, to the attention of Michael Scott-Kline, Head of the Chevening Scholarships Secretariat.
Enquiries about the positions should be addressed to Michael Scott-Kline, Head of the Chevening Scholarships Secretariat: sifting-at-chevening.org


Further Official Scholarship Information and Application