2014 PhD Scholarships for UK-EU and International Students at University of Hull in UK

The University of Hull’s Graduate School is offering a number of PhD scholarships for UK/EU and international students. Each full-time UK/EU PhD scholarship will include fees at the ‘home/EU’ student rate and maintenance for three years, depending  on satisfactory progress. Applicants must hold a minimum of a UK upper second class Honours degree or equivalent, in an appropriate discipline and be studying for or in possession of a Masters. The application deadline is 3 February 2014.
About Scholarship: The University of Hull’s Graduate School is offering a number of postgraduate scholarships, which include options related to the Media & Memory Research Initiative through the School of Arts & New Media on the University’s Scarborough Campus, within the Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences. Applicants will be expected to hold a minimum of a UK upper second class Honours degree or equivalent, in an appropriate discipline and be studying for or in possession of a Masters.
Study: Scholarships are provided within the Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, at school of Arts & New Media on the University’s Scarborough Campus. Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing PhD degree level at University of Hull. Scholarship Provider: University of Hull, UK Scholarship can be taken at: UK 
Eligibility: -Applicants will be expected to hold a minimum of a UK upper second class Honours degree or equivalent, in an appropriate discipline and be studying for or in possession of a Masters.
-Each full-time UK/EU PhD Scholarship will include fees at the ‘home/EU’ student rate and maintenance (£13,726 in 2014/15, subject to final confirmation) for three years, depending  on satisfactory progress.
-The International PhD Fee bursaries will cover full tuition fees for full-time overseas students for three years, depending on satisfactory progress, but no living expenses.
-PhD students at the University of Hull follow modules for research and transferable skills development and gain a Masters level Certificate or Diploma, in Research Training, in addition to their research degree.
Scholarship Open for: UK/EU and international students can apply for these scholarships.
Number of awards: A number of scholarships will be offered.
Duration: Scholarships will be offered for three years.
Value: – Each full-time UK/EU PhD Scholarship will include fees at the ‘home/EU’ student rate and maintenance (£13,726 in 2014/15, subject to final confirmation) for three years, depending  on satisfactory progress.
- The International PhD fee bursaries will cover full tuition fees for full-time overseas students for three years, depending on satisfactory progress, but no living expenses.
Apply: The mode of applying is by post.
Deadline: The application deadline is 3 February 2014.
Further Information: http://www2.hull.ac.uk/fass/mamri—media–memory-rsear/phd-scholarships-2014.aspx

2014-2015 Wolfson Postgraduate Scholarships in Humanities at University of York in UK

The University is offering three wolfson postgraduate scholarships for PhD students to applying for entry in autumn 2014 in the areas of History, Literature and Languages. UK and international students can apply for these scholarships. Applicant must have a first or upper second class honours degree or equivalent prior to commencing the PhD. Each scholarship includes a stipend of £17,000 per year for up to three years of PhD study. Wolfson scholarships will be awarded solely on academic merit. The application deadline is 3rd February 2014.
About Scholarship: The University is delighted to have been selected again as one of the few institutions in the UK to be awarded three Wolfson Postgraduate Scholarships in the Humanities. The Wolfson Postgraduate Scholarships fund doctoral research in three disciplines that align closely with the Foundation’s interests: History, Literature and Languages. York has been awarded the scholarships due to its excellent track record and its commitment to humanities research. The Wolfson Postgraduate Scholarships in the Humanities will be awarded to outstanding students who demonstrate the potential to make an impact on their chosen field.  Wolfson Scholarships will be awarded solely on academic merit.
Study: Scholarships are provided in the field of humanities (history, literature and languages) at University of York. Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing postgraduate degree level at University of York. Scholarship Provider: University of York, UK Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: In order to be eligible you must:
-Have applied for and be receipt an offer for a place on a full time PhD programme in the relevant department;
-Expect to begin your full time PhD studies on 1 October 2014 (deferrals are not permitted);
-Have a first or upper second class honours degree or equivalent prior to commencing the PhD;
-Have completed a masters level qualification before commencing the PhD.
Scholarship Open for: UK and international students can apply for these scholarships.
Number of awards: Three
Duration: Scholarships will be offered for up to three years.
Value: Each scholarship offers a stipend of £17,000 per year for up to three years of PhD study and also includes:
-A full fee waiver (at Home or Overseas rate)
-A generous Research Training and Support Grant.
Selection Criteria: Wolfson Scholarships will be awarded solely on academic merit.
Apply: The mode of applying is online.
Deadline: The application deadline is 3rd February 2014.
Further Information: http://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/fees-funding/postgraduate/wolfson/#tab-1

2014 SBE International School Scholarship in Netherlands

The Maastricht University School of Business and Economics (SBE) offers one scholarship for its three-year bachelor’s programmes. The Undergraduate scholarship is available to students with (only) a non-EU/EEA nationality. Scholarship is provided in the field of International Business, Economics and Business Economics and Econometrics and Operations Research. The amount of the scholarship is €11,500 per academic year. The scholarship is renewable every year for the duration of the bachelor’s programme. Application should be submitted till 15th April 2014.
About Scholarship: The Maastricht University School of Business and Economics (SBE) offers one scholarship for its three-year bachelor’s programmes to talented students from international schools with the interest to expand their global education. The scholarship is available to students with (only) a non-EU/EEA nationality.
Study: Scholarship is provided in the field of International Business, Economics and Business Economics and Econometrics and Operations Research offered by the Maastricht University in Netherlands. Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing undergraduate degree level at Maastricht University in Netherlands. Scholarship Provider: The School of Business and Economics (SBE), Maastricht University
Scholarship can be taken at: Netherlands
Eligibility: If you wish to apply for the SBE International School Scholarship there are several requirements.
You must:
-Be accepted to a SBE bachelor’s programme:
-BSc International Business: admission through the decentralized selection procedure;
-BSc Economics and Business Economics: admission through the decentralized selection procedure;
-BSc Econometrics and Operations Research: admission through the regular admission procedure.
-Not be older than 35 years at the start of the academic year (1 September 2013);
-Have an overall GPA of at least 70%;
-Obtain your secondary school diploma at a Council of International Schools member international school.
Scholarship Open for: International (non-EU/EEA) students can apply for this scholarship.
Number of awards: One scholarship will be offered.
Duration: Scholarship will be offered for three years.
Value: The amount of the scholarship is €11,500 per academic year. The scholarship is renewable every year for the duration of the bachelor’s programme on the express condition that scholarship awarded students:
-Fulfill all study requirements within given time;
-Maintain an overall GPA of at least 75% each year;
-Assist, on average, 4 hours per month in student recruitment activities.
Notification: Applicants will be informed about the decision in writing around mid-June. 
Apply: The mode of applying is by email.
Deadline: The application deadline is 15th April 2014.
Further Information: http://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/web/ServiceCentres/SSC/Scholarships1/AvailableScholarships1/SBEInternationalSchoolScholarshipNonEUEEA.htm

Meiji Jingu Japanese Studies Research Scholarships Sponsored by SOAS, University of London - UK

The Meiji Jingu Japanese Studies Research Scholarships each year are offered by SOAS for any qualified international applicants who interested in research of Japanese studies. The scholarship award will be valued £7,000 in total for each researcher. Scholarship duration is of one year and renewed if an award recipient has demonstrated outstanding potential for research. Please submit your application before 23rd May 2014.

Program Description
The Meiji Jingu Japanese Studies Research Scholarships are available to two the best candidates. Each scholarship is valued at £7,000 in total. Scholarships are for one year only, but it is possible to reapply if an award recipient has demonstrated outstanding potential for research. Please note that this scholarship cannot be held during the Extension of Writing-Up (Continuation) status.

Award Amount
Each scholarship is valued at £7,000 in total.

Eligibility and Criteria

• Any full-time MPhil/PhD programme where the student will be working on some aspect of Japanese Studies.
• Part-time programmes are not eligible.
• Open to UK/EU and overseas applicants
• Current PhD students at SOAS or newly enrolling full-time MPhil students with an offer of admission are eligible.
• Newly enrolling MPhil students will be given preference.Applican
• t must possess an MA degree from SOAS or an equivalent institution in a relevant subject.
• Candidates must have an offer of admission by the scholarship deadline of 23 May 2014.

Applicants' Citizenship
UK/EU and International students are eligible to apply.

Level and Area of Studies
Research Phd or MPhil in Japanese studies.

Application Procedure
All candidates should apply this scholarship award online. Please provide two references, one should be from your supervisor to be submitted with your application.

Submission Deadline
23 May 2014

Contact Details
SOAS, University of London
Thornhaugh Street
Russell Square
London
WC1H 0XG
United Kingdom

Email: scholarships@soas.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7074 5094/5091

Other Information
Successful candidates will be notified by the end of July.

Website and Application Link
http://www.soas.ac.uk/registry/scholarships/meiji-jingu-studentships.html

2014 Republic of Austria Scholarships for International Students in Austria

Foundation of the Republic of Austria is offering scholarships for international students (except Austrians). Maximum 100 scholarships, the quota depends on the budget are offered. Students working on a research project in a master or diploma programme or doctoral students are eligible to apply for these scholarships. Scholarships are offered for max. 4 months. All scholarships are based on competition. Application should be submitted till March 1, 2014.
About Scholarship: All scholarships are based on competition. This means that even when all scholarship requirements are met there is no legal claim to a scholarship. Am award is only possible once per category, a renewal is not possible. Scholarships are also awarded for research periods at scientific research institutions in Austria (e.g. universities, Austrian Academy of Sciences, National Library, and National Archive). As for article 1 of the Austrian Data Protection Act, BGBl. Nr. 165/1999 in the present version, the applicant is aware of the fact and fully agrees that personal data contained in the application and its enclosures may be forwarded for statistical purposes and in order to ensure that the application can be properly processed.
Study: Scholarships are provided in the field of Natural Sciences, Technical Sciences, Medicine, Agriculture and Forestry, Veterinary Medicine, Social Sciences, Law and Economics, Humanities and Theology and Arts. Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing master, diploma or doctoral programme at an Austrian university. Scholarship Provider: Scholarship Foundation of the Republic of Austria Scholarship can be taken at: Austria
Eligibility: Students working on a research project in a master or diploma programme or doctoral students
- who are descendants of forced labourers or come from countries that have exceptionally suffered from the Nazi regime, especially from the recruitment of forced labourers,
- i.e. students enrolled outside Austria working on their diploma or master thesis or students enrolled in doctoral programmes/doctoral studies outside Austria are eligible to apply.
Applicants without a doctoral degree have to attach a letter of confirmation of their home university/faculty regarding their course (diploma or master programme or doctoral programme/doctoral studies) (to be scanned as PDF file and attached to the on-line application). 
Age limit:
Doctoral students: 40 years at the time of submission of the application (for the application deadline March 1, 2014: born on or after March 1, 1974)
for other students: 35 years at the time of submission of the application (for the application deadline March 1, 2014: born on or after March 1, 1979).
Scholarship Open for: International students (except Austria) can apply for the scholarships.
Number of awards: Maximum 100 scholarships, the quota depends on the budget will be offered.
Duration: Scholarships will be offered for max. 4 months.
Value: The scholarships will provide
1) monthly scholarship installment: -for doctoral students: € 1040.–
-for students enrolled in a master or diploma programme: € 940
2) accident and health insurance, accommodation
a) If necessary, the OeAD (Austrian Agency for International Cooperation in Education and Research) will effect an accident and health insurance.
b) The OeAD provides scholarship holders with accommodation (student dormitory or apartment). Monthly costs: € 220 to € 470 (depending on the level of comfort requested by the scholarship holder). The scholarship holder has to pay an administrative fee of € 18.— per month to the OeAD for the provision of accommodation. The costs for insurance and accommodation have to be covered by the scholarship holder from the scholarship.
Applicants from countries which are neither members of the EU nor members of EFTA, EEA or OECD can be granted a travel allowance of up to max. € 500.– in addition to the scholarship.
Selection Criteria: A committee of experts examines and evaluates the applications according to the following criteria:
-Why is it necessary for you to study or to do research in Austria?
-What exactly will you do in Austria in the framework of your scholarship stay?
-How do you plan to carry out your project? Which scientific methods/which methodology will you apply?
-What is the objective of your study or research project in Austria?
-Which steps have you planned to achieve your planned study/research objective (participation in courses, research in archives, interviews . . .)?
-Have you already completed preparatory work to achieve your study/research objective? If yes, which?
-Where do you want to carry out your project (library, archive, institute . . .)?
-Academic background, list of publications, etc.
Apply: The mode of applying is online.
Deadline: The application deadline is March 1, 2014.
Further Information: http://www.scholarships.at/out/default.aspx?TemplateGroupID=5&PageMode=3&GrainEntryID=1864&HZGID=2005&LangID=2

2014 Deans’ Academic Excellence Scholarships at Middlesex University in UK

Middlesex University is offering 100 academic excellence scholarships for pursuing a master’s degree. The scholarship is open to all UK/EU applicants, in addition to international applicants who are either current Middlesex undergraduate students (at all Middlesex campuses) or else have graduated from Middlesex University previously. Scholarship are awarded as a 50% reduction of the postgraduate tuition fee and applied on enrollment. The application deadline is 15 May 2014.
About Scholarship: For those starting a course in September 2014 we are offering one hundred scholarships worth 50% of the masters fee for the most talented students. The scholarship is open to all UK/EU applicants, in addition to international applicants who are either current Middlesex undergraduate students (at all Middlesex campuses) or else have graduated from Middlesex University previously. We are looking for students who can demonstrate excellence academically and/or professionally and the potential to succeed.
Study: Scholarships are provided to learn any of the courses offered by the Middlesex University. Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing master’s degree level at Middlesex University. Scholarship Provider: Middlesex University, UK Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: The scholarship is open to all UK/EU applicants, in addition to international applicants who are either current Middlesex undergraduate students (at all Middlesex campuses) or else have graduated from Middlesex University previously. We are looking for students who can demonstrate excellence academically and/or professionally and the potential to succeed.
Scholarship Open for: UK/EU and International Students can apply for these scholarships.
Number of awards: 100
Value: Total offer is of worth 50% of the nasters fee for the most talented students.
Selection criteria: The scholarships will be awarded on Prior academic achievement, Professional experience, Commendations, prizes and awards you have received, your vision for your future, and how the course will help you achieve this and Other information (e.g. extra-curricular activity, leadership experience, volunteering, mentoring).
Apply: The mode of applying is by post and electronically.
Deadline: The application deadline is 15 May 2014.
Further Information: http://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/fees_funding/scholarships/index.aspx#Deans%20Scholarship

2014 University Trust International Leadership Scholarships for Masters in UK

University of Glasgow offers 52 university trust international leadership scholarships for masters to learn any of the courses (clinical programmes are not eligible). International (non-EU) students can apply for these scholarships. There are 12 scholarships worth £10,000 and 40 scholarships worth £5,000, against tuition fees. Applicants must achieve the international equivalent of a UK first class honours degree. The application deadline is 1 June 2014.
About Scholarship: The University of Glasgow will award 52 University Trust International Leadership scholarships to international (non-EU) students starting a Masters degree programme in September 2014 in any discipline (clinical programmes are not eligible).
Study: Scholarships are provided to learn any of the courses (clinical programmes are not eligible) offered by the University of Glasgow. Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing masters degree level at University of Glasgow. Scholarship Provider: University of Glasgow, UK Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: Applicants must achieve the international equivalent of a UK first class honours degree.
Scholarship Open for: International (non-EU) students can apply for these scholarships.
Number of awards: The University of Glasgow will award 52 University Trust International Leadership scholarships to international (non-EU).
Value: There will be 12 scholarships worth £10,000 and 40 scholarships worth £5,000, against tuition fees.
Apply: The mode of applying is online.
Deadline: The application deadline is 1 June 2014.
Further Information: http://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/international/postgraduatetaught/universityscholarships/#d.en.260171