Monday, July 1, 2013

Curtin Engineering Merit International Scholarships in Australia

Curtin University of TechnologyCurtin University, Australia is offering international scholarships for undergraduate students. Total five scholarships are provided in the field of Engineering for studying in semester 2, 2013. Students must have completed their first semester of study at Curtin University in semester 1, 2013 in an eligible course. Scholarships are available for the remaining expected duration of the initial undergraduate course (including honours) offered to successful scholarship recipients. The scholarships will be awarded on basis of merit. Application should be submitted till July 26, 2013.


Study Subject(s): Eligible courses: Bachelor of Engineering (with majors in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Electronic and Communication Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering and Civil, Construction Engineering, Minerals Engineering, Mining Engineering, Mining Environmental Engineering) and Bachelor of Science (Extractive Metallurgy). Consideration will also be given to students enrolling in an undergraduate Engineering double degree: Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and Communication Engineering), Bachelor of Science  (Computer Science), Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Systems Engineering), Bachelor of Science (Computer Science), Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering), Bachelor of Science (Extractive Metallurgy), Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Construction Engineering), Bachelor of Science (Mining), Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering), Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) and Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Commerce.
Course Level: The scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate degree level at Curtin University in Australia.
Scholarship Provider: Curtin University, Australia
Scholarship can be taken at: Australia


Eligibility: Applicants must meet ALL of the following criteria to be considered for the Curtin Engineering Merit International Scholarship:

-Be undertaking the first year of their first undergraduate degree, and completed the first semester of full time (100 credits) study with an average of 70.00 at Curtin University, in an eligible course in 2013

-Be an international student and hold a valid Student Visa – Higher Education (Subclass 573)

-Be a student of a WA College in 2012.

-Received an ATAR or equivalent of 96.00 or above in 2012.


Scholarship Open for International Students: International students can apply for these scholarships.


Scholarship Description: The Curtin Engineering Merit International Scholarships are available to international students who have completed their first semester of study at Curtin University in semester 1, 2013 in an eligible course. Applicants will need to have demonstrated high-level academic achievement in their studies at a WA College for example Canning College, Tuart College or Murdoch College and obtained an ATAR or equivalent in 2012.


Number of award(s): Five Scholarships are offered.


Duration of award(s): The Scholarship is available for the remaining expected duration of the initial undergraduate course (including honours) offered to successful Scholarship recipients. For example, if the remaining expected duration is 700 credits of study, the Scholarship will cover 700 credit points only. Any study that is taken over and above the remaining expected duration will be at the student’s expense. No extensions beyond the original duration of study will be considered.


What does it cover? The Scholarships will provide 25% of the tuition fees per annum for the remaining expected duration of the degree.  Two scholarships will be awarded in each of the areas of Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Software Engineering and WASM if there are candidates of sufficient merit. If the student has already paid their fees for semester 2, 2013, they will receive 50% of their tuition fees paid in semester 1, 2014.


 Selection Criteria: The scholarships will be awarded on basis of merit.


Notification: All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application via their official communications channel in Oasis within 4-6 weeks of the closing date.


How to Apply: The mode of applying is by post. An applicant must submit a completed application form with supporting documents attached to the Scholarships Office at the Bentley campus. Application forms are available on the Scholarships website.


Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is July 26, 2013.


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PhD Scholarships at Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen in Denmark

University of CopenhagenThe Center for Quantum Devices at the Niels Bohr Institute offers PhD Scholarships in the field of experimental semiconductor-based quantum information processing. The position is for three or four years and expected to lead to a Ph.D. degree at the University of Copenhagen. Applicants must have completed at least one year of a relevant MSc Degree, or, for US applicants, an Undergraduate Degree in a related area. International Students can apply for these scholarships. PhD Position starts from January 6, 2014. The application deadline is September 6, 2013.


Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided in the field of experimental semiconductor-based quantum information processing.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing PhD degree level at Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen.
Scholarship Provider: The Center for Quantum Devices at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen
Scholarship can be taken at: Denmark


Eligibility: -The successful applicant will enroll as a Ph.D. student at the University of Copenhagen. The Ph.D. program, in addition to the project work, comprises participation in courses or international Ph.D. schools and some activity as teaching assistant.

-Applicants must have completed at least one year of a relevant M. Sc. Degree, or, for US applicants, an Undergraduate Degree in a related area, at the time of start of the appointment.

-The candidate must have strong background in physics at the masters level, with advanced coursework in quantum mechanics and condensed matter physics, as well as significant experimental experience. Experience and coursework in electronics is also helpful.


Scholarship Open for International Students: International Students can apply for these scholarships.


Scholarship Description: The Center for Quantum Devices at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, announces the opening of two PhD positions in coupled multi-electron spin qubits in GaAs and other heterostructured semiconductors. Research involves experimental design, fabrication of submicron devices and associated electronics, radio-frequency measurement in a dilution refrigerator, data acquisition and analysis, and scientific writing.


Number of award(s): Two scholarships are offered.


Duration of award(s): Scholarships are offered for three or four years and expected to lead to a Ph.D. degree at the University of Copenhagen.


What does it cover?  -Salary, pension and terms of employment are in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Academics Central organization. The salary depends on seniority, as agreed between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Currently, starting salaries are about 25,000 DKK (€ 3,330) per month for Ph.D. students – plus full benefits including pension. The position is open for candidates of all nationalities.

-The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the surrounding society and encourage all qualified applicants regardless of personal background to apply for the position.


Selection criteria: Not Known


Notification:  Not Known


How to Apply: -Applicants can apply electronically.

-Applicants are requested to submit their applications electronically. Please send an application that describes your background. Enclose CV with publication list, short description of your work relevant to the research field (e.g. Masters thesis), and names and contact information of up to three scientific referees, and certified list of university courses and grades.


Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is September 6, 2013.


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Esmod Berlin Hessnatur Scholarships for International Masters Programme in Germany

Esmod Berlin International University of Art for FashionEsmod Berlin International University of Art for Fashion funded Hessnatur Scholarships for the International Masters Programme – Sustainability in Fashion. Scholarships are provided in the field of fashion. Scholarships will cover half of the tuition to complete the innovative one-year English taught course. International Students can apply for these scholarships. Candidates should have a fashion background in design, marketing or similar and a strong interest in sustainability in fashion. The course start date is 17th October 2013. The application deadline is 30th June 2013.


Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided in the field of fashion.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing masters degree level at Esmod Berlin International University of Art for Fashion.
Scholarship Provider: Esmod Berlin International University of Art for Fashion, Germany
Scholarship can be taken at: Germany


Eligibility: The winning recipient should display an innovative design portfolio with a high degree of excellence in conceptual and practical execution. Applications from candidates with a fashion marketing background will also be accepted and the portfolio must be devised to meet your individual requirements. The applicant should demonstrate a passion for sustainability within fashion and the portfolio must reflect the applicant’s engagement with sustainability to date.


Scholarship Open for International Students: International Students can apply for these scholarships.


Scholarship Description: ESMOD Berlin is calling for applications to apply for two hessnatur Scholarships to attend the International Masters Programme – Sustainability in Fashion commencing in October 2013. hessnatur is a natural clothing company that produces organic clothing and textiles, whom is one of Europe’s largest online fashion distributors, and known internationally as an ecological and fair trade pioneer. hessnatur will continue their support for the programme through again providing two outstanding fashion students whom have a strong engagement with sustainability, with a scholarship that will cover half of the tuition to complete the innovative one-year English taught course.


Number of award(s): Two scholarships are offered.


Duration of award(s): Scholarships are offered for one-year.


What does it cover? Hessnatur will continue their support for the programme through again providing two outstanding fashion students whom have a strong engagement with sustainability, with a scholarship that will cover half of the tuition to complete the innovative one-year English taught course.


Selection criteria: -Professional expertise

-Passion for sustainability in fashion

-Social competences and values

-The hessnatur Scholarship supports social fairness. In the case of equally successful applications, candidates who are financially or socially disadvantaged, will be given preference.


Notification: Applicants will be notified on 15th July 2013.


How to Apply: Applications must be sent via email to master-at-esmod.de. Required Application Material:

-The completed Application Form for the hessnatur Scholarship and include a written statement of 250 words (maximum) about your passion for sustainability in fashion and why you want to do the course and why you should be the on who is chosen. Written statements that exceed the work limit will not be accepted.

-Maximum 4 page (A4) presentation of yourself including: resume/CV/biography outlining your current experiences to date including academic qualifications and work experience as excerpts of your creative portfolio. This must be an edited selection of your best work to date.

-The whole application must be submitted in English


Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 30th June 2013.


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Swarovski Scholarships at University of the Arts London in UK

University of the Arts LondonCentral Saint Martin’s College of Arts and Design, University of the Arts London is offering scholarships in fashion or jewellery design course. International/Home/EU students are eligible for BA (Hons) scholarship. Student must be entering final year of study for a BA (Hons) degree (full-time) in either Fashion or Jewellery Design. The scholarship covers tuition fees, plus a contribution towards maintenance. Application deadline is 11th October 2013.


Study Subject(s): The scholarship is provided to study Fashion or Jewellery Design course at University of the Arts London in UK.
Course Level: This scholarship is for pursuing BA (Hons) degree level at University of the Arts London in UK.
Scholarship Provider: University of the Arts London, UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK


Eligibility: To be eligible for The Swarovski Scholarship applicants must be: – Entering their final year of study for a BA (Hons) degree (full-time) in either Fashion or Jewellery Design at Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design.


Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: International/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) students can apply for this fashion  scholarship.


Scholarship Description: The Swarovski Scholarships aim to promote excellence in design by financially supporting two BA students from Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design who are deemed to have the ability and potential to make an exceptional contribution to the fashion and jewellery industries.


Number of award(s): The Scholarships will be offered to one final year student on the BA (Hons) Fashion course and one final year student on the BA (Hons) Jewellery Design course


Duration of award(s): Not Known


What does it cover? The scholarships are valued at £9,000 each. For Home/EU students will cover all tuition fees, plus a contribution towards maintenance. For International students the award will be a contribution towards tuition fees.


Selection Criteria: Applications will be assessed by a scholarship panel according to the following criteria:

- Financial need as assessed by Student Funding

- High level of achievement and future potential as manifested in portfolio

-Strong evidence of original thinking

- Strong articulation of how the Swarovski Scholarship will contribute to the applicant’s long-term career aims


Notification: Students shortlisted for interviews will be contacted by the University shortly after the application deadline. Only successful candidates will be contacted.All applicants will be informed of the final decisions in writing by end of November 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), 11th October 2013.


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Avakian Design Scholarship at University of the Arts London in UK

University of the Arts London


University of the Arts London is offering scholarship for pursuing full time BA (Hons) degree in Jewellery Design at Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design. Home/EU and international students can apply for this scholarship. The recipient of the scholarship will be offered a six month paid internship at Avakian’s headquarters in Geneva after completion of their graduation. Shortlisted students will be contacted for interview and successful students will be notified at the end of July.


Study Subject(s): The scholarship is provided to study in Jewellery Design at University of the Arts London in UK.
Course Level: This scholarship is for pursuing BA (Hons) degree level at University of the Arts London in UK.
Scholarship Provider: University of the Arts London, UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK


Eligibility: To be eligible for the Avakian Design Scholarship applicants must be:

- Entering their final year of study for a BA (Hons) degree (full-time) in Jewellery Design at Central Saint Martins College of Arts & Design.


Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: 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 of can apply for this international scholarship.


Scholarship Description: The Avakian Design Scholarships aim is to promote excellence in design by financially supporting a BA student from Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design who are deemed to have the ability and potential to make an exceptional contribution to the jewellery industries.The Avakian Design Scholarship recipient may be offered a six month paid internship at Avakian’s headquarters in Geneva following their graduation. The recipient shall not be obliged to accept the place. If for any reason the recipient is unable to attend an internship, the College will work with Avakian to select an alternative student to complete the internship. UAL shall have no liability for any costs payable by the recipient or donor costs relating to the internship.


Number of award(s): Not Known


Duration of award(s): The Scholarship will be offered to one final year student on the BA (Hons) Jewellery Design course.


What does it cover? The scholarship is valued at £15,000 for a Home/EU or International student. The scholarship will cover all tuition fees, plus a contribution towards maintenance.Fees will be paid directly from the award to the University’s Tuition Fees account and a maintenance allowance for course related costs will be paid directly to students.


Selection Criteria: Applications will be assessed by a scholarship panel according to the following criteria:

- Financial need as assessed by Student Funding

- High level of achievement and future potential as manifested in portfolio

-Strong evidence of original thinking

- Strong articulation of how The Avakian Design Scholarship will contribute to the applicant’s long-term career aims.


Notification: The Panel will request all shortlisted applicants to attend an interview at Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design. Applicants will be required to bring their portfolio and examples of their work to the interview. Interviews will be  held at CSM 19th June 2013. Students shortlisted for interviews will be contacted by the University shortly after the application deadline. If you have not been notified for an interview then please assume your application has not been successful.All applicants will be informed of the final decisions in writing by the end of July. 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), 10th June 2013. Please note that there is only one closing date for applications each year.


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EFEO Field Scholarships for Research Students in Asia

EFEOThe French School of the Far East is offering Scholarships for Research students in Asia. Scholarships are provided in the field of Humanities or Social sciences applied to the history and civilizations of Asia. Applicants must hold a BA, MA degree or a recognized equivalent qualification. Scholarships are tenable in EFEO or ECAF Centres in Asia. The research proposal must be compatible with the work of the Centre selected. Up to two scholarships are offered for a total duration not exceeding 9 months.


Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided in the field of Humanities or Social sciences applied to the history and civilizations of Asia.
Course Level: The scholarships are available for pursuing research programme.
Scholarship Provider: The French School of the Far East (EFEO)
Scholarship can be taken at: Asia (EFEO or ECAF Centre in Asia : Bangkok, Beijing, Chiang Mai, Hanoi, Hong Kong, Ho Chi Minh City, Jakarta, Kathmandu AAI, Kathmandu SAI, Kuala Lumpur, Kyoto EFEO, Kyoto ISEAS, New Delhi, Phnom Penh, Pondicherry, Pune, Saidu Sharif, Seoul, Siem Reap, Taipei, Tokyo, Vientiane, Yangon)


Eligibility:-Discipline: research in humanities or social sciences applied to the history and civilizations of Asia.

-Qualifications: applicants must hold a BA, MA degree or a recognized equivalent qualification.

-Languages: good command of the language(s) required to successfully complete the field research project, as well as a working knowledge of French.

-Area: scholarships are tenable in EFEO or ECAF Centres in Asia. The research proposal must be compatible with the work of the Centre selected.


Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of France can apply for these scholarships.


Scholarship Description: The French School of the Far East awards scholarships to research students tenable for periods of research in an EFEO or ECAF Centre in Asia. NB EFEO field research scholarships may not be held concurrently with other scholarships, excepting travel subsidies, nor with salaried employment.


Number of award(s): Up to two scholarships are offered or a total duration not exceeding 9 months


Duration of award(s): Scholarships are offered for 1 to 6 months.


What does it cover? Total offer is of:-Funding type: forfeit allowance.

-Amount: a monthly stipend varying between 700 and 1 360 € according to the academic level of the applicant (MA or PhD student) and the country of field research in Asia.


Selection Criteria: Not Known


Notification: Not Known


How to Apply: The mode of applying is by email. Submit a report of 10-15 pages with an abstract not exceeding 150 words on the results of their field research. The report must be submitted in electronic format within one month after completion of the scholarship.


Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 30th September 2013 for scholarships tenable between 1st July and 31st December 2014.


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Trask Fund MRes Art Bursaries at University of the Arts London in UK

University of the Arts LondonCentral Saint Martin’s College of Arts and Design of University of the Arts London is offering six MRes Art International Bursaries in UK. The bursaries cover tuition fees for first year students only. Home/ EU and International students are eligible for MRes funding. Students must be undergraduate and be accepted at the full-time MRes courses at the College for September 2013 academic year. Selection criteria for bursaries are financial need and academic merit. Applications should be submitted by post.


Study Subject(s): The bursaries will be offered for MRes Art in Moving Image, Exhibition Studies and Theory & Philosophy.
Course Level: These bursaries are for pursuing postgraduate degree level.
Scholarship Provider: The Trask Fund, Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design, University of the Arts London
Scholarship can be taken at: UK


Eligibility: To be eligible for the Trask Fund MRes Art Bursaries, applicants must be:

- Entering year one of studies

- Accepted on one of the following full-time courses: MRes Art: Exhibition Studies, MRes Art: Moving Image or MRes Art: Theory and Philosophy at Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design commencing September 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: International, 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) students can apply for these bursaries.


Scholarship Description: Applicants must enrol on one of the MRes Art courses in the same academic year for which they have applied for funding. If any applicant is unable to do this for any reason, the Bursary will be withdrawn. The Trask Fund MRes Art Bursaries holders will be expected to attend all timetabled classes and tutorials, excepting periods of absence due to illness. Attendance will be monitored, and any student with an unacceptable attendance record may risk the termination of their Bursary. Bursary recipients are expected to attend a small number of College and University events promoting Bursaries support to potential donors, and to meet with Bursaries supporters at these events, during and wherever convenient after completing their course. The College will terminate the award if a registration lapse on any grounds, other than temporary suspension of study due to extenuating circumstances, which must be drawn to the attention of the relevant course director at the college through formal procedures and upheld by the college’s Extenuating Circumstances Panel.


Number of award(s): Six bursaries have been established for the three MRes Art courses at Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design.


Duration of award(s): Not Known


What does it cover? The Bursaries are valued at £2,000 each and will be a contribution towards tuition fees for first year students only.


Selection Criteria: The Bursaries will be awarded according to financial need and academic merit.


Notification: Your application will be initially assessed by University of the Arts London Student Funding Service Team based on the financial information supplied in your application and ranked according to financial need. Further evidence may be requested at a later date.All applicants will be informed of the final decision in writing at the end of September 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. Please do not telephone or send us an email to ask the about the outcome of your application as our staff are not authorized to give this information over the telephone or by email.


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


Scholarship Application Deadline: All applications must be received by 13th September 2013.


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