Thursday, June 27, 2013

The Arts University Bournemouth Master’s Scholarships in UK

Arts University Bournemouth offers scholarships for all master’s programmes. Applicant should demonstrable high level of past achievement either in education or through professional experience such as employment or in creative practice. Total offer is of  £1500 for all Master’s Program except Animation Production £2000 and Film Production £3000. The application deadline is July 12, 2013 for international non-EU students. The deadline for UK and EU students will be later than July 12, but is yet to be confirmed.


Study Subject (s): Scholarships are provided in the field of Architecture, Animation Production, Architecture: Spatial Practices, Arts Management Practice, Contemporary Performance, CostArts University Bournemouthume Scenography, Design Interactions, Film Production, Fine Art, Illustration, Interactive Media, Photography.
Course Level: These scholarships are available for pursuing Master’s level at the Arts University Bournemouth.
Scholarship Provider: The Arts University Bournemouth
Scholarship can be taken at: UK


Eligibility: -Demonstrable high level of past achievement (either in education or through professional experience such as employment or in creative practice).

-Capacity to achieve Masters’ standard.

-Commitment to the particular subject area applied for.


Scholarship Open for International Students: UK and international applicants can apply for these scholarships.


Scholarship Description: Master’s scholarships  are available to UK and international (USA) applicants at the Arts University Bournemouth in UK. Total offer is of  £1500 for all Master’s Program except Animation Production £2000 and Film Production £3000. The application deadline is 12th July 2013 for international non-EU students. The deadline for UK and EU students will be later than 12th July but is yet to be confirmed.


Number of awards (s): Not Known


Duration of award (s): Not Known


What does it cover? Total offer is of  £1500 for all Master’s Program except Animation Production £2000 and Film Production £3000.


Selection criteria: Criteria must be demonstrated in the combination of: -the portfolio/creative work;

-the professional documentation (academic or professionally related reference); and

-the personal statement or Study Proposal.


Notification:  Not Known


How to Apply: Applicants can apply electronically.


Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is  July 12, 2013 for international non-EU students. The deadline for UK and EU students will be later than July 12, 2013 but is yet to be confirmed.


Further Official Scholarship Information and Application



Economics Master’s Degree Part-Fee Bursaries at University of Leicester in UK

University of LeicesterDepartment of Economics at University of Leicester is offering five part-fee bursaries for September 2013 entry. Bursaries are open to UK/EU applicants for pursuing full time master’s degree programmes. Selection criteria for Master’s Bursaries are quality of application. Applicants must have upper second class honors degree economic, business or accounting analysis and some mathematical or statistical content. Applications must be received by 30 June 2013.


Study Subject(s): These bursaries are available for entry to one of the following Master’s degree programmes:

-MSc Economics

-MSc Financial Economics

-MSc Business Analysis and Finance

-MSc Banking and Finance

-MSc Money and Banking.
Course Level: These bursaries are for pursuing Master’s-MSc degree level at Department of Economics at University of Leicester, UK.
Scholarship Provider: Department of Economics at University of Leicester, UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK


Eligibility: Applicants must meet the Department’s academic and English language entry requirements. Students wishing to apply for one of our courses should meet the following entry requirements:

•MSc Economics: An upper second class (2:1) honors degree or equivalent from a recognized university with substantial quantitative analysis and economics.

•MSc Financial Economics: An upper second class (2:1) honors degree or equivalent from a recognized university with economic, business or accounting analysis and some mathematical or statistical content.

•MSc Banking & Finance/MSc Business Analysis & Finance/MSc Money & Banking: An upper second class (2:1) honors degree or equivalent from a recognized university with some quantitative methods; economics or finance courses.


Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: UK/EU Countries (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) applicants are eligible for these master’s bursaries.


Scholarship Description: At Leicester we have a strong reputation for providing first-class postgraduate education. Our graduates go on to have careers in economics, business, and finance in numerous countries across the world. You will be taught by leading experts who have both an excellent academic reputation and real world experience. Our staff is internationally renowned and have acted as advisers and consultants to many international and national organizations including the European Central Bank, the United Nations, the International Monetary Fund, the Central Bank of Poland, the Central Bank of Greece, and a number of UK Government departments. Here you will learn from real experts, committed to teaching and research.


Number of award(s): The Department of Economics is pleased to offer five part-fee bursaries for September 2013 entry.


Duration of award(s): Not Known


What does it cover? The bursaries are open to new UK/EU applicants and are payable as a 25% discount on the course fee.


Selection Criteria: The bursaries will be awarded on the basis of the quality of the application – not financial need.


Notification: Successful applicants will be notified during July 2013.


How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.


Scholarship Application Deadline: Applications must be received by 30 June 2013.


Further Official Scholarship Information and Application



Commonwealth Jubilee Scholarship Program at St. George’s University in USA

St George UniversitySt. George’s University, Grenada is funding sixty full tuition scholarships in USA. Applicants from commonwealth countries are eligible for applying these scholarships to pursue graduate and undergraduate degree programs at university. Preference will be given to students from developing countries and small states. The scholarship covers tuition fees only. Application deadlines are June 1 for the August class and November 1 for the January class.


Study Subject(s): Scholarship is awarded in Medicine,Veterinary Medicine, Public Health, Business Administration, Arts and Sciences at St. George’s University in USA.
Course Level: The scholarship covers both graduate and undergraduate degree programs.
Scholarship Provider: St. George’s University
Scholarship can be taken at: USA


Eligibility:1) Awards will only be made to resident citizens of Commonwealth countries.

2) Scholarship candidates must be accepted to St. George’s University.

3) Applicants must be able to fund their living and travel expenses through their own personal resources or alternative funding sources.


Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Students of Commonwealth Countries Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, Cameroon, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Falkland Islands, The Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guyana, India, Jamaica , Kenya , Kiribati, Lesotho, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Montserrat, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Rwanda, St Helena, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and The Grenadines, Samoa, Seychelles, Sierra Leone , Solomon Islands , South Africa, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Virgin Islands (British), Zambia can apply for the scholarship for developing countries.


Scholarship Description: Academically gifted students with limited resources deserve the ability to reach their potential. SGU recognizes this, and that’s why 60 full-tuition scholarships will be awarded to Commonwealth citizens under the St. George’s University, Grenada, Commonwealth Jubilee Scholarship Program, commemorating the 60 years of the Queens reign as the Head of the Commonwealth of Nations.


Number of award(s): 60 full-tuition scholarships will be awarded to Commonwealth citizens under the St. George’s University, Grenada. The scholarships cover both graduate and undergraduate degree programs and will be offered to 10 students pursuing the Master of Public Health (MPH) program; 15 for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program; 15 for the Arts and Sciences bachelor degree program; 10 for the five or four year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree program; and 10 for the five or four year Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree program.


Duration of award(s): The duration of scholarship is five or four years Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree program; and five or four years Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree program.


What does it cover? The scholarship funds tuition fees only.


Selection Criteria: The award determinations will be made by the University’s Commonwealth Jubilee Scholarship Committee based primarily on academic excellence, financial need and the student’s commitment to the chosen discipline.


Notification: Not Known


How to Apply: Students must have an offer of acceptance from St. George’s University into the program of their chosen discipline. Students must also have a financial plan in place to fund living and travel expenses through their own personal resources or alternative funding sources. The fully completed and signed scholarship application, with essay, should be sent by post.


Scholarship Application Deadline: Application deadlines (commencing with the August 2013 class) are June 1 for the August class and November 1 for the January class.


Further Official Scholarship Information and Application



Marie Curie Intra-European Fellowships for Career Development (IEF)

European CommissionFor 2013 academic year, the call is open for Intra-European fellowships for career development (IEF). These fellowships are offered for researchers based in EU Member States or Associated Countries to carry a research training project in Europe outside their home country prepared by the experienced researcher in liaison with the host organisation. Fellowships have duration of between 12 and 24 months. Fellowships take the form of a grant covering up to 100% of the budget. The application deadline is 14 August 2013.


Study Subject(s): IEF proposals are welcome from all areas of scientific and technological research. But there is one exception: research areas covered by the EURATOM Treaty cannot be funded.
Course Level: The main activities of an IEF will be based on a training-through-research project prepared by the experienced researcher in liaison with the host organisation.
Scholarship Provider: European Commission
Scholarship can be taken at: Europe outside applicant’s home country


Eligibility: Researchers based in EU Member States or Associated Countries can apply for an IEF. You must have either a doctoral degree or at least 4 years’ full-time research experience, after obtaining a degree permitting you to embark on a doctorate. Generally, you must carry out the project on the premises of a host organisation in an EU or Associated Country other than your own. Special consideration is also given to those returning to a research career after a break.


Scholarship Open for International Students: Researchers based in EU Member States (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and UK) or Associated Countries can apply for an IEF.


Scholarship Description: This action provides financial support to individual mobility proposals presented by experienced researchers in liaison with host organisations established in the Member States or Associated Countries. Experienced researchers applying to this action need to develop a research training project for the total duration of the fellowship that will enable the experienced researcher to progress in the development of his/her career. The fellowship is expected to be part of a structured, long-term personal career development plan that is coherent with past achievements and clearly defines the future aims of the researcher.


Duration of award(s): Intra-European Fellowships have a duration of between 12 and 24 months (full-time equivalent)


What does it cover? The financial support for Intra-European Fellowships takes the form of a grant covering up to 100% of the budget, according to a system of flat rates for eligible cost categories, comprising the following components:

a monthly living allowance

a monthly mobility allowance: €1,000/month: experienced researcher with family obligations. In this context family is defined as people linked to the researcher by (i) marriage, or (ii) a relationship with equivalent status to a marriage recognised by the national legislation of the country of the host organisation or of the nationality of the researcher; or (iii) dependent children who are actually being maintained by the researcher; and €700/month: experienced researcher without family obligations.

a contribution to the training expenses of the experienced researcher: €800 per researcher-month.

contribution to overheads: Flat-rate of €700 per researcher-month,


Selection Criteria: Experts perform evaluations on a personal basis, not as representatives of their employer, their country or any other entity. They are expected to be independent, impartial and objective, and to behave throughout in a professional manner.


Notification: Invitation letter to successful coordinators to launch grant agreement negotiations with the REA services by December 2013. Letter to unsuccessful applicants from December 2013 will be sent.


How to apply: Proposals are submitted in reply to a call for proposals. Calls can be found and proposals submitted through the Participant portal. You can find a list of open Marie Curie Actions calls and useful advice under “Apply now” section of this website.


Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 14 August 2013.


Further Official Scholarship Information and Application



Patrick and Kelly Lynch Scholarship at University of the Arts London in UK

University of the Arts LondonUniversity of the Arts London is funding scholarship for the students who wish to study fine art at postgraduate level. Scholarship is available to Home, EU and International students. Undergraduate applicants must have accepted full time masters degree in Fine Art at Chelsea College of Art and Design for October 2013 academic year. International Scholarship covers tuition fees. Successful applicants are notified at the end of August 2013. Send your complete application by post.


Study Subject(s): This scholarship is awarded in Fine Arts at Chelsea College of Art and Design, UAL in UK.
Course Level: This scholarship is for pursuing postgraduate degree level.
Scholarship Provider: Scholarship support has been established by University of the Arts London patrons Patrick and Kelly Lynch.
Scholarship can be taken at: UK


Eligibility: To be eligible for The Patrick and Kelly Lynch Scholarship, applicants must be: -Accepted for a full-time Masters Degree in Fine Art at Chelsea College of Art and Design, commencing October 2013.

-AND An undergraduate student expecting to graduate with a first or 2:1 in a Bachelors Degree (with Honors’) from a Higher Education institution, or an HE accredited Further Education institution by 31st July 2013.

-OR A graduate, having already gained a first or 2:1 in a Bachelors Degree from a Higher Education institution, or an HE accredited Further Education institution.

OR -(for applicants without a bachelor’s degree)

-Able to demonstrate substantial equivalent and applicable experience.


Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: The scholarship is open to Home, EU(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) and International students.


Scholarship Description: Scholarship support has been established by University of the Arts London patrons Patrick and Kelly Lynch for students who wish to study fine art at postgraduate level. The scholarship is open to Home, EU and International students accepted on the full-time MA Fine Art course at Chelsea College of Art and Design. The scholarship will cover tuition fees. Applications are encouraged from students who will benefit from postgraduate studies to realize their full potential and who have the ability to make an exceptional contribution to the art profession.


Number of award(s): Not Known


Duration of award(s): Not Known


What does it cover? The scholarship will cover tuition fees.


Selection Criteria: Your application will be initially assessed by University of the Arts London Student Advice and Funding Service based on the financial information supplied in your application and ranked according to financial need. Further evidence may be requested at a later date.


Notification: All applicants will be informed of the final decisions in writing by the end of August 2013. A letter will be sent to the correspondence address on the application form. You must inform us in writing if your address changes, so that we can contact you at the correct address.


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


Scholarship Application Deadline: All applications must be received by 12pm (midday), Friday 26 July 2013.


Further Official Scholarship Information and Application



Caspian Arts Foundation MA Fashion Scholarship at University of the Arts London in UK

University of the Arts London


The Caspian Arts Foundation is funding MA Fashion Scholarship at University of the Arts London in UK. Applicants of Middle East and North Africa are eligible for applying this MA scholarship. Undergraduate students must have accepted full time Master’s Degree courses at London College of Fashion 2013/2014 academic year. The funding covers tuition fees and maintenance support for MA course. Selection criteria are based on academic excellence and financial need. Completed application should be submitted before 5th July 2013.


Study Subject(s): The scholarship is awarded in Fashion- MA Fashion Artefact, MA Fashion Footwear, MA Fashion Design Technology: Menswear/Womens wear, MA Fashion Entrepreneurship and MA Fashion and the Environment at University of the Arts London in UK.
Course Level: This scholarship is for pursuing Master’s-MA degree level.
Scholarship Provider: The Caspian Arts Foundation
Scholarship can be taken at: UK


Eligibility:- Considered as an international student for fee status purposes.

- A permanent resident or citizen from one of the following countries: Afghanistan, Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Palestinian Territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, UAE, Yemen, Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Sudan and Tunisia.

- Accepted or currently applying for a place on one of the following full-time Masters Degree courses at London College of Fashion for the 2013/2014 academic year: MA Fashion Artefact, MA Fashion Footwear, MA Fashion Design Technology: Menswear/Womenswear, MA Fashion Entrepreneurship and MA Fashion and the Environment

- An undergraduate student expecting to graduate with a first or 2:1 in a bachelor’s degree (with Honors or equivalent) from a Higher Education institution by 28th July 2013.

OR – A graduate, having already gained a first or 2:1 in a bachelor’s degree from a Higher Education institution, or an HE accredited Further Education institution.

OR – (for applicants without a bachelor’s degree) Able to demonstrate substantial equivalent and applicable experience.


Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Permanent resident or citizen from one of the following countries: Afghanistan, Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Palestinian Territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, UAE, Yemen, Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Sudan and Tunisia.


Scholarship Description: The Caspian Arts Foundation MA Fashion Scholarship is awarded to students ordinarily resident in countries situated in the Middle East and the North African Regions who display an exceptional talent, and whose development within the fashion industry would most benefit from postgraduate study at the University of the Arts London. The Caspian Arts Foundation is a non-profit organisation promoting unity between Middle Eastern and North African cultures through the arts. The Caspian Arts Foundation Scholarships aim to assist the most promising students to overcome financial disadvantage and to give them a platform to develop to their full potential. The unique contributions that these students will make to the worlds of Fashion, Art, Film and Photography will form a lasting legacy.


Number of award(s): One scholarship is offered.


Duration of award(s): Not Known


What does it cover? The Scholarship is worth £22,300 and course tuition fees will be paid directly from the award to the University’s tuition fees account. The remaining funds will be paid to the Scholarship holder as maintenance support for the duration of the course.


Selection Criteria: Applications will be assessed according to financial circumstances and academic merit. The Selection Panel will make their final selections by marking the quality of application and the preparedness for high quality study in the discipline area, and the articulation of how a Caspian Arts Foundation MA Fashion Scholarship will contribute to his or her long-term career aims.


Notification: All applicants will be informed of the final decisions in writing by the end of August 2013. A letter will be sent to the correspondence address on the application form. You must inform us in writing if your address changes, so that we can contact you at the correct address.


How to Apply: The mode of applying is by post. In addition to the application form you will need to send the following supplementary material:

-Digital portfolio – a CD containing one PDF or PowerPoint file with 10 pieces (images and/or videos) of recent work which shows the best of your talent. Please note: paper portfolios will not be accepted. You can submit the same pieces of work which were used for your course application. Please ensure the CD is clearly labelled with your name and contact details.

-Curriculum Vitae (CV).

-Photocopy of passport.


Scholarship Application Deadline: All applications must be received by 12 pm (midday), 5th July 2013. There is only one closing date for applications each year.


Further Official Scholarship Information and Application



SIM Global Education Bursary in Singapore

SIM Global EducationEach year, SIM Global Education offers Bursary in Singapore. A total of 50 bursaries will be offered to needy students who are pursuing diploma, undergraduate or postgraduate programmes at SIM GE. It is a monetary award based on financial need. The amount of bursary is up to $2,000 and should only be used to pay the SIM course fees due. Application for SIM GE Bursary is open throughout the year but will be processed and awarded on a quarterly basis.


Study Subject(s): The bursary is offered to study any courses offered by the university.
Course Level: The bursary is available for pursuing diploma, undergraduate or postgraduate programmes at SIM GE.
Scholarship Provider: SIM Global Education
Scholarship can be taken at: Singapore


Eligibility:
-Students pursuing diploma, undergraduate or postgraduate programmes at SIM GE

-Financial difficulties caused by loss of job, loss of income-earner or medical treatment or condition (documentary evidence either in original form or certified true copies must be attached to the application form).

-Satisfactory academic results (submit only the most recent results)

-Ceiling for per capita income: S$500


Scholarship Open for International Students: Students of Singapore can apply for this bursary.


Scholarship Description: The SIM GE Bursary provides financial assistance to needy students studying at SIM GE. It is a monetary award based on financial need. In addition, students should have satisfactory academic results.


Number of award(s): A total of 50 bursaries will be offered to students each year.


Duration of award(s): The bursaries are tenable only for the year in which it is awarded.


What does it cover? The bursary quantum is up to $2,000 and is offered dependent on the assessed level of neediness of the applicant and should only be used to pay the SIM course fees due.


How to apply: Please download the bursary application form from Student Portal. Submit your application together with the necessary documents by post.


Scholarship Application Deadline: Application for SIM GE Bursary is open throughout the year but will be processed and awarded on a quarterly basis. The closing date will be on the 31 March, 30 June, 30 September and 31 December. Late entries will be considered in the next quarter.


Further Official Scholarship Information and Application