UK : Durham University Master’s Scholarships in the field of Hazard, Risk and Resilience

Open Society Foundation/Durham University provides application for master’s scholarships in the field of hazard, risk and resilience in UK. Five scholarships are offered and it covers tuition fees at Durham University, a stipend to cover living costs (for one person) and return air travel from the scholar’s home country. The students of Afghanistan, Indonesia, Nepal and Palestine (Palestinian Arab citizens of Israel also) are eligible to apply. Students must be nationals of the following countries and hold a first degree of an equivalent standard to an upper UK second-class Honors degree. Students must have a proficiency in English and after the completion of their course should return to their home country. Send complete application by post.

Study Subject(s): The scholarship is provided in MSc in Risk and Environmental Hazards MA in Risk and Security MA in Risk, Health and Public Policy.
Course Level : This scholarship is for pursuing master’s degree level.
Scholarship Provider : Open Society Foundation/Durham University
Scholarship can be taken at : UK

Eligibility: Applicants must:
-be nationals of, and normally resident in, the selected country during the academic year in which they apply for the award; applicants who are temporarily out of the country (for a total period of less than three consecutive months) may
-be treated as being resident;
-display intellectual ability and leadership potential;
-already hold (or expect to hold by the time of taking up the award) a first degree of an equivalent standard to an upper UK second-class Honours degree; -have passed an appropriate English language test by the time of taking up the award. For the Risk Masters this would be an English language test score with overall band score of at least 6.5 in the IELTS test (with a writing score of 7.0 or above and no other element below 6.0) or at least 96 in the TOEFL IBT (Internet Based Test) (with individual components of Writing 27, Speaking 23, Listening 23, Reading 23 or above);
-return to their home country at the end of their scholarship period to continue their studies / work there.

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: The scholarships are open to applicants from Afghanistan, Indonesia, Nepal and Palestine (Palestinian Arab citizens of Israel are also eligible to apply).

Scholarship Description: This scholarship aims to provide opportunities for independent postgraduate study at Durham University for students who have demonstrated both academic excellence and the potential to become leaders, decision-makers and opinion formers in their own country. Five scholarships are available in the following master’s courses.

Number of awards offered: Five scholarships are available for master’s courses.

Duration of award(s): Not Known

What does it cover? Each scholarship provides tuition fees at Durham University, a stipend to cover living costs (for one person) and return air travel from the scholar’s home country.

Selection Criteria: Not Known

Notification: The final awards will be decided jointly by the Open Society Foundations and the University. Candidates will be informed by early June 2013.

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

Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for two copies of the completed application pack is 15th February 2013.

UK : Economic and Social Development Postgraduate Scholarships at University of Sussex

University of Sussex offers scholarships for one-year master’s degree students. Applicants must be enrolled in anthropology, development studies/international development (including the institute of development studies), economics, education (including MA in childhood and youth studies), gender studies, international relations, human rights, migration studies. The students of India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka can apply for this scholarship. Students currently studying in the UK (including as undergraduates at Sussex) are not eligible to apply. The application deadline is 29th March 2013.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided in anthropology, development studies/international development (including the institute of development studies), economics, education (including MA in childhood and youth studies), gender studies, international relations, human rights, migration studies.
Course Level:  This scholarship is available for pursuing masters degree level.
Scholarship Provider: University of Sussex
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: Applicants must:
-be nationals from, and resident in, one of the following countries: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka. Students currently studying in the UK (including as undergraduates at Sussex) are not eligible to apply
-be applying for a Master’s degree in the following subject areas only: Anthropology, Development Studies/International Development (including the Institute of Development Studies), Economics, Education (including MA in Childhood and Youth Studies), Gender Studies, International Relations, Human Rights, Migration Studies.
-not previously have studied at degree level in the UK.
-be classified to pay fees at the ‘overseas’ rate.
-Have sufficient funds to meet your tuition fees and living expenses, after taking account of the possible award of this Scholarship.
Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: Postgraduate Scholarships are available to students in the specified areas. Intended for students who will contribute to the economic or social development of their countries when they return on completion of their studies. The Economic and Social Development Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of previous academic performance and future potential, not financial need. Students must complete the application form in type or write in capital letters and blank ink. Correspondence will be via email.
Number of award(s): Not Known
Duration of award(s): Scholarship is for one-year master’s degree programme.
What does it cover? Total offer is of £5,000.
Other Benefits: Not Known
Selection criteria: Awards will be made on the basis of academic merit (not financial need).
Notification: The Student Funding Team will let the winning applicants know by the start on June.
How to Apply: The mode of applying is by post or by e-mail.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 29th March 2013.

UK : University Trust International Leadership Scholarships

University of Glasgow is offering University Trust International Leadership Scholarship for International Students. There are 12 scholarships worth £10,000 and 40 scholarships worth £5,000, against tuition fees to pursue masters degree program in any discipline (clinical programmes are not eligible). Applicants applying for the scholarship must achieve the international equivalent of a UK first class honours degree.

Study Subject(s): The scholarship is provided to study all courses offered by the University at masters level.
Course Level : Scholarship is available for pursuing  masters degree programme (non clinical).
Scholarship Provider : University of Glasgow
Scholarship can be taken at : UK

Eligibility: Applicants must achieve the international equivalent of a UK first class honours degree.

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Applicants must be international (non-EU) students.

Scholarship Description: The University of Glasgow will award 52 University Trust International Leadership scholarships to international (non-EU) students starting a Masters degree programme in September 2013 in any discipline (clinical programmes are not eligible).

Number of Awards: 52 scholarships are awarded.

Duration of Award: Not Known

What does it Cover? There are 12 scholarships worth £10,000 and 40 scholarships worth £5,000, against tuition fees.

How to apply: Online applications for this scholarship will start on Monday 18th February 2013. Please look at the Application Guidelines for Students. Applicants will be expected to submitted a 400-word statement outlining how they meet the criteria of the award, how they will use the scholarship and how it will help them achieving their future goals.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application closing date is 26th April 2013.

UK : MASTERS SCHOLARSHIP 2013 - Transport the World

The Institute for Transport Studies (ITS) University of Leeds UK, is offering a fees scholarship competition, to provide a unique opportunity to an international student of outstanding ability, achievement and potential.

The scholarship will provide 50% of the fees for an international student to undertake a Masters degree programme at ITS, on a one year full-time basis. The scholarship forms part of the ITS mission to advance the understanding of transport globally via the development of skills and best practice. 

Value: £GBP 7500

Application deadline: 13 June 2013

To apply please visit:  www.its.leeds.ac.uk/courses/masters/scholarships/

Application Deadline : 13 June 2013

UK : President's Doctoral Scholar (PDS) Competition

The University of Manchester has launched a multi-million pound investment in PhD training with the creation of the President's Doctoral Scholar (PDS) Awards. These awards are open to all nationalities and research areas.

Benefits to be enjoyed by PDS award-holders will include opportunities to:

• Be invited to attend a series of exclusive events where you will have the opportunity to meet the University’s President and Vice Chancellor, interact closely with our academic community and network with other PDS students.
• Become a PDS ambassador for the University
• Receive a President’s Doctoral Scholar medal at graduation

For further information, please see the links below:

• Further Information on the PDS Competition
• PDS Application Form
• Guidance on how to write a research proposal

All PDS applications must be received by the School by Friday 1 March 2013. Please note that you must submit your online application for a place on your chosen PhD programme by Friday 1 February 2013. This will ensure that you are in receipt of an offer of a place on a PhD programme in advance of the Friday 1 March 2013 deadline.

Application Deadline : 1 March 2013

UK : PhD. Scholarships at Lancaster University

The Database Group at Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago ( http://www.cs.iit.edu/~dbgroup) invites applications for a

PHD RESEARCH POSITION

in the general area of database systems.


JOB DESCRIPTION
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You will conduct cutting edge database  research in areas such as data provenance, data integration, stream data management systems, and big data. Your responsibility involves writing and submitting research papers, building real systems, and conducting experiments.

REQUIREMENTS
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-Bachelor or Master Degree in Computer Science
-Strong background and interest in databases
-Programming skills in C/C++, Java, and scripting languages/shell script
-Practical experience with database systems
-Please note the institutional requirements for applying for a Ph.D. position (http://www.iit.edu/csl/cs/programs/grad/admission.shtml and http://www.iit.edu/graduate_admission/prospective_students/checklist.shtml).


INFORMATION AND APPLICATION
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For more information about this position, please contact Dr. Boris Glavic (bglavic@iit.edu, http://www.cs.iit.edu/~glavic).
Applications are accepted online at https://iit-grad.edu.185r.net/application/login/.
Additional information about the application process can be found at http://www.iit.edu/graduate_admission/prospective_students/index.shtml.
Please contact Dr. Glavic prior to submitting an application. If you are interested in the position please send an email with the following information. The general application deadline is May 1st (http://www.iit.edu/graduate_admission/prospective_students/deadlines.shtml). Applications submitted after the deadline will be considered, but we cannot guarantee a decision will be made in time for the desired term of entry.

-resumee/CV
-transcripts
-list of database related courses you attended
-research statement (short description of the research you are interested in)
-summary of research experience (description of project, university, Prof. you worked with, summary of outcomes)
-list of publications (if applicable)
-two references (reference letters from supervisors in research or teaching + contact information)

Application Deadline : 1 May 2013

UK : PhD. Scholarships at Lancaster University

Lancaster University's School of Computing and Communications has six Doctoral Scholarships available for exceptional UK, EU, and overseas graduates. We are keen to attract candidates to join our exciting team of researchers across a range of disciplines.

Awards will be made on the basis of academic excellence and potential for future achievement as demonstrated by your application and supporting references. The Scholarships provide support for PhD studies for a duration of 3 to 3.5 years and include a waiver of tuition fees
(partial fee waiver for overseas students), a student maintenance grant and a training bursary.

Candidates are strongly encouraged to contact relevant academics before applying to discuss interests and potential topics. The following staff are actively seeking students in the described areas:

Dr. Jason Alexander (j.alexander@lancaster.ac.uk): deformable and actuated displays, novel input and output techniques, mobile HCI, understanding real-world interactions.

Dr. Keith Cheverst (k.cheverst@lancaster.ac.uk): situated displays, user centered design, mobile HCI, technology support for wayfinding/navigation, technology support for community.

Prof. Hans Gellersen (h.gellersen@lancaster.ac.uk): spontaneous interaction with pervasive devices, eye tracking and eye-computer interfaces, sensors and devices for ubiquitous computing.

Dr. Mike Hazas (m.hazas@lancaster.ac.uk): energy and technology at home; practice-oriented understandings of everyday life and sustainability.

Dr. Matthew Rowe (m.rowe@lancaster.ac.uk): social network evolution, recommender systems, digital identity, attention economics.

Prof. Jon Whittle (j.n.whittle@lancaster.ac.uk): social computing, understanding behaviour in online social networks, community-university
co-design of digital technology, human aspects of software engineering.

Applications close 1 March 2013. Full details can be found at: www.scc.lancs.ac.uk/doctoralscholarships

Application Deadline : 1 March 2013

UK : Pakistan Undergraduate High Achiever Scholarships at University of Nottingham

2013 High Achiever Scholarships for Undergraduate Students from Pakistan at University of Nottingham in UK
Study Subject(s): Courses offered by the university.
Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing undergraduate degree level.
Scholarship Provider: University of Nottingham
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: You can apply for this scholarship if you:
-are from one of the colleges in Pakistan
-are classed as an overseas student for fee purposes
-already hold an offer to start a full-time undergraduate degree programme at Nottingham in September 2013 – any subject area – you must have gone firm on that offer by 28 June 2013.
Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of Pakistan can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: As an international student there are a number of scholarship schemes available to help you with tuition and living costs. You can apply for this scholarship if you: are from one of the colleges in Pakistan listed below:
Aitcheson College, Lahore – 1 scholarship;
The Beaconhouse School System, Pakistan – 3 scholarships, one each  for Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad;
The City School Network, Pakistan – 3 scholarships, one each for Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad;
Headstart School, Islamabad – 1 scholarship;
Nixor College, Karachi – 1 scholarship;
Roots School System, Pakistan – 1 scholarship;
Southshore School for A-Level Studies, Karachi – 1 scholarship.
Number of awards offered: 11 Scholarships are offered.
Duration of award:  Scholarship is offered for first year only.
What does it cover? Total offer is of £2,000 towards tuition fees.
Other Benefits: Not Known
Selection criteria: Not Known
Notification: Not Known
How to Apply: Application forms will be available in your college later in the year.

Scholarship Application Deadline: Applications should be made through your College by 28 June 2013.

UK : Research Project Awards: Normativity at University of Aberde

University of Aberdeen is offering research project awards for pursuing PhD research programme. 4 PhD studentships are available in the field of Law, Philosophy and Theology. Each award consists of a full fee waiver (three years of full-time PhD study at the Home/EU or Overseas student rate as appropriate) and an annual maintenance stipend of £3,600 in each of three years of full-time study.

Study Subject(s): Scholarship is available in the field of Law,Philosophy and Theology.
Course Level : This scholarship is available for pursuing PhD degree level.
Scholarship Provider: University of Aberdeen
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility :
-For international applicants, proof of proficiency in English.
-Scholarship is only open to all countries applicants.

Scholarship Open for International Students: This scholarship is open for Home/EU or international students.

Scholarship Description: This project investigates the abiding question of the sources and nature of normative claims and judgments in the fields of law, philosophical ethics and theological ethics and their various junctures.

Number of awards offered: Four scholarships are offered.

Duration of award(s): This scholarship is offered for three years.

What does it cover? Each award consists of a full fee waiver (three years of full-time PhD study at the Home/EU or Overseas student rate as appropriate) and an annual maintenance stipend of £3,600 in each of three years of full-time study.

Selection criteria: Not Known

Notification: Not Known

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

Scholarship Application Deadline: Do submit complete applications till 1st February 2013.

UK : Turkey Scholarships for Master’s Students at University of Westminster in UK

University of Westminster is offering scholarship for Turkish students. The scholarship is offered to pursue master’s degree in UK. The scholarship will cover full tuition fee waivers, accommodation, living expenses and flights to and from London. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic excellence, financial need and development potential. To apply for these scholarships, firstly the applicants should apply for admission and then for scholarship by 31st May 2013.

Study Subject(s): Courses offered by the university at master level.
Course Level : This scholarship is offered for pursuing master’s degree.
Scholarship Provider : University of Westminster
Scholarship can be taken at : UK

Eligibility: Applicants must be a student from Turkey and hold an offer for a full-time Masters degree at the University.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Students of Turkey can apply for the scholarship.

Scholarship Description: Applicants can apply for a scholarship at the University of Westminster if they have been offered either a conditional or unconditional place but please note that they must apply for the scholarship before their course starts.

What does it cover? Full tuition fee waivers, accommodation, living expenses and flights to and from London.

Selection Criteria: Scholarships are awarded on one or more of the following criteria:
-Academic excellence
-Financial need
-Development potential.

How to Apply: Do not submit an application for a scholarship prior to or along with your admissions application to study at the University. Apply only if you are holding an offer (conditional or unconditional) of a place on a course at the University of Westminster. The scholarships procedure is separate from your admissions application. Therefore, please make sure that you send in a separate application to the Scholarships Office accompanied with the following documents in this order:
-Your statement of support (This is section B of the application form)
-A copy of your offer letter (Either hard copy or printed email version)
-A copy of your IELTS/TOEFL result. These are English language qualifications, and you are only required to submit this if you are an international or European applicant.
-A copy of your transcript from your most recent/current academic study
-A reference letter for your scholarship application.  This should be written by a previous tutor, professor, academic or employer (Where relevant to your chosen degree course)
Please attach all supporting documentation and submit it by post. 

Scholarship Application Deadline: Application deadline is 31st May 2013.

UK : PhD Studentship in Historical Studies at University of Leicester

The School of Historical Studies announces fully-funded PhD studentship to applicants wishing to pursue doctoral research in any area of history. The studentship will pay UK/EU tuition fees for three years for doctoral research in early modern history, english local history medical humanities, medieval history, modern american history, modern british and european history, modern international history and urban history. The studentship includes a stipend worth £13,590 and Research Training Support Grant of £200 for each year.

Study Subject(s): The studentship is to pursue doctoral research in any area of history that can be supervised by the School’s academic staff, which includes early modern history, english local history medical humanities, medieval history, modern american history, modern british and european history, modern international history and urban history.
Course Level: This studentship is available for pursuing PhD degree level.
Scholarship Provider:  School of Historical Studies at University of Leicester
Scholarship can be taken at:  UK

Eligibility: -Applicants must have a first-class or high upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in history or a relevant discipline and meet the University’s standard English language entry requirements. It is expected that applicants will have a relevant Masters degree with merit or distinction or be able to show evidence that they will achieve this before October 2013.
-This studentship is only available to applicants who are eligible to pay the UK/EU tuition fee -i.e., those who are permanently resident in the UK or another EU country.
-The studentship is for full-time study only and applicants must be able to commence their studies in October 2013.

Scholarship Open for International Students: UK/EU students can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description: The School of Historical Studies is pleased to offer this fully-funded studentship for October 2013 entry to its Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme. The studentship is open to applicants wishing to pursue doctoral research in any area of history that can be supervised by the School’s academic staff, which includes: Early Modern History, English Local History Medical Humanities, Medieval History, Modern American History, Modern British and European History, Modern International History and Urban History.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): Studentship is offered for three years.

What does it cover? The studentship will pay UK/EU tuition fees for three years (October 2013 – September 2016) and includes each year a stipend worth £13,590 and Research Training Support Grant of £200.

Selection criteria: Not Known

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: To apply, simply follow three-point checklist:
-Draft a research proposal that tells us what the applicant wants to research and how he/she intends to do it
-Prepare supporting documents
-Submit online application or apply by post.
Note – In the Fees and Financial Support section of the application, you must state that you wish to be considered for the “October 2013 Funded PhD Studentship in Historical Studies (Ref. General)”

Scholarship Application Deadline: Closing date for applications is 31st March 2013.

UK : Grand Prix LVMH Scholarships at University of the Arts

Grand Prix LVMH Scholarships are offered at University of the Arts London  for UK/EU and International Students. The scholarships offered for students progressing to the final year of the BA (Hons) Fashion course at Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design. One Scholarship is offered to Home/EU student and one to the International student. These fashion scholarships scholarships are valued one at £12,000 for the Home/EU student and one at £25,000 for the International student.

Study Subject(s): The scholarship is provided for final year of the BA (Hons) fashion course.
Course Level : This scholarship is available progressing to the final year of the BA (Hons).

Scholarship Provider: LVMH
Scholarship can be taken at : UK

Eligibility:Progressing into the final year of BA (Hons) Fashion at Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design, commencing September 2013.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Students progressing into the final year of BA (Hons) Fashion at Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design, commencing September 2013. UK/EU and International students can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description:The fashion scholarships are for one Home/EU student and one International student progressing to the final year of the BA (Hons) Fashion course at Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design.Applications are encouraged from students who are in financial hardship and who will benefit from financial support to realise their full potential and to complete their undergraduate studies.

Number of Awards: 2 scholarships are awarded, one for Home/EU student and one for International student.

Duration of Awards: Not Known

What does it cover?  The scholarships are valued one at £12,000 for the Home/EU student and one at £25,000 for the International student. The scholarships will cover all tuition fees, plus a contribution towards maintenance expenses.

Notifications: All applicants will be informed of the final decisions in writing by October 2013. The interview panel’s judgment is final and no correspondence whatsoever will be entered into over the decision that has been made.

How to Apply: The applications are to be submitted by post. In addition to the application form applicant will need to send: A CD or DVD portfolio of his/her work containing 1 PDF document which includes a title page with your name and course title and 10 images of recent work. Please ensure the CD is clearly labelled with applicant’s name and contact details. It is extremely important that the application form is fully and accurately completed.

Scholarship Application Deadline: Applications are to be submitted till 5th September 2013.

 

UK : SOAS Masters Scholarships – Faculty of Arts & Humanities at University of London

OAS, University of London offers scholarships in the field of arts and humanities. These scholarships are open for UK/EU and overseas applicants. Five scholarships are offered for any full-time taught masters programmes. Each scholarship is valued at £15,568 in total. Fees will be deducted from this amount and the remainder will be used towards maintenance. The application deadline is 22nd March 2013.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided in the field of arts and humanities.
Course Level:  This scholarship is available for pursuing taught master’s program.
Scholarship Provider:  SOAS, University of London
Scholarship can be taken at:  UK

Eligibility: -Applicants must possess or expect to be awarded a First Class Honors Degree or equivalent.
-Students with a non-UK degree to be adjudged in the top rank by their referees and transcript.
-This scholarship is open to UK/EU and overseas applicants.
-Applicants must have an offer of admission to pursue one of the eligible full-time masters programmes at SOAS by the scholarship application deadline.
-The scholarship cannot be held along with any other major scholarship or studentship.

Scholarship Open for International Students: UK/EU and overseas students can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description: There are five SOAS masters scholarships available in the Faculty of Arts & Humanities (Department of Anthropology and Sociology – 1 scholarship, History – 1 scholarship, History of Arts & Archaeology/Music & Media – 2 scholarships, Study of Religions – 1 scholarship). Each scholarship is valued at £15,568 in total. Fees will be deducted from this amount and the remainder will be used toward maintenance.

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

Duration of award(s): Not Known

What does it cover? Each scholarship is valued at £15,568 in total. Fees will be deducted from this amount and the remainder will be used toward maintenance.

Other Benefits: Not Known

Selection criteria: -Candidates will be assessed on academic merit by an Advisory Panel consisting of at least three academic members of the Faculty.
-The assessment of their application will be based on the information in their scholarship application. Selectors will be looking at the degree results and also at academic references, statements and other relevant information.

Notification: All candidates will be notified by email regarding the outcome of their application, generally by the end of June. Successful candidates will also be notified in writing. If applicants have not heard from them by the end of June, please contact the Scholarships Officer.

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 22nd March 2013.

UK : International Excellence Scholarships for Master’s Students at University of Leeds

University of Leeds is offering international scholarships for master’s students who have been offered a place on any of the postgraduate master’s courses within the school of civil engineering, school of mechanical engineering and school of process, environmental and materials engineering. 20 scholarships up to £5,000 will be awarded on the basis of academic excellence. Application deadline is 30th June 2013.

Study Subject(s): Postgraduate master’s courses offered by the school of civil engineering, school of mechanical engineering and school of process, environmental and materials engineering.
Course Level:  The scholarship is available for pursuing master’s degree.
Scholarship Provider:  University of Leeds
Scholarship can be taken at : UK

Eligibility: Any international applicant who has been offered a place on any of the postgraduate masters courses within the School of Civil Engineering, School of Mechanical Engineering and School of Process, Environmental and Materials Engineering.

Scholarship Open for International Students: The international students can apply for the scholarship.

Scholarship Description: The School of Process, Environmental and Materials Engineering, School of Civil Engineering and School of Mechanical Engineering is offering a number of scholarships to attract the very brightest students from around the world as we value their intellectual contribution both to MSc courses and the overall academic atmosphere of the School.

Number of award(s): 5 scholarships are available within the school of process, environmental and materials engineering, 10 scholarships are available within the school of mechanical engineering and 5 scholarships are available within the school of civil engineering.

What does it cover? Worth £5,000 for full time international fee paying students.

Selection Criteria: Academic achievement /excellence.

Notification: Successful applicants will be notified within two weeks of the deadline and must respond accepting the scholarship within 14 days.

How to Apply: Download application form and submit it by post.

Scholarship Application Deadline: Application deadline is 30th June 2013 (for entry in 2013).

UK : MRes-PhD Programme in Economics

This new, comprehensive 2+4 MRes/PhD research programme will provide exceptionally high quality training in advanced Economics, giving candidates outstanding opportunities to understand, appreciate, and contribute to frontier research.

After a two-year taught MRes programme, all candidates obtaining excellent results will proceed to the four-year PhD programme.

Several fully funded scholarships will be available for the best candidates.

Programme and admission criteria

The programme is based on advanced courses in Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Econometrics in the first year of the MRes, with further two optional courses and an MRes dissertation in the second year. The structure and progression rules will provide the Department, as well as the students themselves, with a greater degree of evidence of candidates’ suitability to progress on to a doctoral programme. The 4-year PhD programme will allow participants to develop as researchers and to make their own mark not only in academia, but also in the public and private sectors, in all fields where excellent research and analysis skills are required.

The programme is based on a two-year taught MRes programme, with three core advanced modules in Macro, Micro and Econometrics (40 CATS each), two optional courses (30 CATS each) and an MRes dissertation (20,000 words – 30 CATS). The students who will achieve the required standards in all these elements will be admitted to the four-year PhD programme and will be able to start their research activities.

Admission criteria for this programme are demanding and the selection process will be highly competitive. Applications close 15th February 2013. We are looking for the brightest students graduating with a First Class Honours degree or equivalent from top institutions. We will also consider applications from Msc graduates with distinction.

All applicants must have taken the GRE General Test no more than five years before applying. We expect most successful MRes/PhD applicants to have scores 800/166 or higher in the quantitative section.

Candidates whose first language is not English must also be able to show a high level of competency in the English Language through their results in one of the approved examinations. For this programme, we require candidates to have achieved a score in Band B, which is equivalent to a Overall IELTS score of 7.0. For further information about language proficiency requirements at the University of Warwick, including detailed explanation of the Band system, please visit the English Proficiency pages.

Application Deadline : 15 February 2013

UK : Postdoctoral Fellowships-Social Policy

The University of Stirling is offering a number of Postdoctoral Fellowships across its Academic Schools. Fellows will be assigned a senior mentor from their host Academic School who has an excellent personal record on research publication and external funding. These 2-year research positions offer the opportunity for outstanding early career researchers embarking upon an independent research career. The Fellowships will provide a fixed-term, research only contract on a salary on the Grade 7 scale (£30,122 - £35,939) and a grant for research expenses of £5,000 per annum.
Candidates will normally hold a doctorate (in exceptional cases, candidates may have submitted their PhD thesis but not yet have undertaken their viva) and will normally have a maximum of six years postdoctoral research experience, whether in a University or industrial setting. The Fellowships are designed to assist Fellows embarking upon an independent research career, with the prospect of transitioning to a lecturing position at the end of the Fellowship (subject to availability of suitable positions and relevant HR processes). During their appointment, Fellows will be expected and supported to secure significant external research funding with which to continue their research programme after the end of their Fellowship. Fellows are expected to:
· undertake research in line with the School's/ Institute&# 39;s and University&# 39;s research strategy.

· develop the skills and attributes required of a full member of the academic staff of the University.

· carry out a programme of innovative research.

Each fellow will be required to plan their research project and execute it, applying for and winning research funding appropriate to the discipline. S/he will train in the skills required to lead research, and to supervise research students, as required by the Head of School.

Essential applicant criteria:
· PhD completed or submitted; evidence of very high quality research outputs at the forefront of the discipline

· Good understanding of the wider research field

 Understanding of the funding opportunities and constraints appropriate to the field

Desirable applicant criteria:
· Clear evidence of leadership of one or more research projects
· Evidence of ability to win funding for research
Applying: Proposals are invited from high calibre early career researchers. Prior to submitting an application and proposal you should identify and approach a potential mentor within a School to discuss your research proposal and application. You MUST state your proposed mentor and host School within the cover letter of your application.
More details can be found at http://www.stir. ac.uk/impact/ fellowships/
http://www.stir. ac.uk/impact/ studentships/ partnership- projects/

Application Deadline : 17 February 2013

UK : Guinea-Bissau Scholarship at University of Westminster

University of Westminster offers Masters Scholarship in the field of English language related courses at University of Westminster in UK. The students of Guinea-Bissau can apply for this scholarship. Scholarship covers full tuition fee waiver, accommodation, living expenses and flights to and from London. The application deadline is 31st May 2013.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided in the field of English language related courses.
Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing masters degree level.
Scholarship Provider:  University of Westminster
Scholarship can be taken at:  UK

Eligibility: Must be a student from Guinea-Bissau and hold an offer for a full-time Masters degree at the University.

Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of Guinea-Bissau can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description: The Masters Scholarship is intended to assist in the development of Guinea-Bissau. Preference may be given to support students wishing to pursue English language related courses.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): Not Known

What does it cover? Full tuition fee waiver, accommodation, living expenses and flights to and from London.

Selection criteria: Academic excellence, development potential and financial need.

Notification: Not Known

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

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31st May 2013.

UK : Lord Walston Scholarship for African Students at University of East Anglia

One Lord Walston Postgraduate Scholarship is available in Agriculture and Rural Development, Environment and International Development, Climate Change and International Development at University of East Anglia in UK. The selection criterion is academic excellence. The applicants must be African students who are working in natural resource based projects (agriculturalist/natural resource) and must be proficient in English. The scholarship covers full Fees and Maintenance (living expenses). To apply for this scholarship, all eligible candidates to whom the School has made an offer are automatically considered for nomination by 15th March 2013.

Study Subject(s): The scholarship is provided in MA Agriculture and Rural Development, the MSc Environment and International Development or the MSc Climate Change and International Development.
Course Level : This scholarship is available for pursuing master’s degree level.
Scholarship Provider : University of East Anglia
Scholarship can be taken at : UK

Eligibility: For applicants from Africa who are working in natural resource based projects.

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: The students of Africa can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description: The level of competition for most of the awards mentioned here is extremely high and candidates are usually assessed on past, and potential, academic performance. If applicants will require a grant in order to undertake their studies, their application should be made as early in the year as possible. Applications received after March cannot be considered for most scholarships.

Number of awards offered: One Lord Walston Scholarship may be available.

Duration of award(s): Not Known

What does it cover? The scholarship covers Full Fees and Maintenance (living expenses).

Selection Criteria: On the basis of academic excellence, for applicants from Africa who are working in natural resource based projects (agriculturalist/natural resource).

Notification: Successful applicants will be contacted by the admissions department.

How to Apply: All eligible candidates to whom the School have made an offer are automatically considered for nomination.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application closing date is 15th March 2013.

UK : China Scholarship Council (CSC)/University of Sussex Joint Scholarships in UK

University of Sussex and China Scholarship Council (CSC) offer Joint Scholarships for pursuing research and visiting research program in UK. Scholarships are provided in the field of Biomedical Engineering, Biology and Environmental Science, Biochemistry, Business and Management, Chemistry, Economics, History and Science and Technology Policy. The students of China can apply for this scholarship. University of Sussex covers full tuition, visiting or bench fees, subject to applicants obtaining CSC support. CSC is providing a living allowance. The deadline to apply is 11th March 2013.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided in the field of biomedical engineering, biology and environmental science, biochemistry, business and management, chemistry, economics, history and science and technology policy.
Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing research and visiting research program.
Scholarship Provider:  University of Sussex and China Scholarship Council (CSC)
Scholarship can be taken at:  UK

Eligibility: -Scholarships awarded will be based on academic merit.
-Students must meet the eligibility criteria set by the CSC.
-Students must be applying to undertake research in one of the subject areas specified above.
-Students will normally be completing university study in China at Bachelor or Masters level, or in the first year of a PhD degree and under 35 years of age at the time of application.

Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of China can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description: Sussex and the China Scholarship Council (CSC) offer a number of joint scholarships to research degree students and visiting research fellows from China.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): Research students-for up to 36 months
-Visiting research students -for 6-24 months.
-Visiting research fellows/scholars-for between 3-12 months.

What does it cover? Research students -full fees and living allowance for up to 36 months. Note: MPhil degrees are excluded.
-Visiting research students -full fees and living allowance for 6-24 months.
-Visiting research fellows/scholars -bench fees and living allowance for between 3-12 months.
-Under the Sussex/CSC Joint Scholarship Scheme, Sussex will cover full tuition, visiting or bench fees, subject to applicants obtaining CSC support. CSC will provide a living allowance.
-Sussex will cover full tuition fees / bench fees, CSC will provide a living allowance

Other Benefits: Not Known

Selection criteria: Not Known

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online and electronically.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline to apply is 11th March 2013.

UK : Doctoral Career Development Scholarships(DCDS) at Aberystwyth University

The Aberystwyth University offers full time Doctoral Scholarship to study full-time PhD commencing in September 2013. Students should have offered a place for doctoral study at Aberystwyth and be proficient in English. UK and Non-EU students can apply for this scholarship. The scholarship is offered for three years and cover tuition fees (up to the UK/EU rate of £3900) and also provide them maintenance allowance of approximately £13,590 and access to a travel and conference fund (£500 per annum). The selection will be based on candidate’s potential and quality of the research proposal. Application should be sent online by 1st March 2013.

Study Subject(s): The scholarship is provided in departments of art, international politics, biological, environmental & rural sciences, law and criminology, computer science, management and business, education and lifelong learning, mathematics and physics, english literature and creative writing, psychology, european languages, sport and exercise science, geography and earth sciences, theater, film and television studies, history and welsh history, welsh and celtic studies, information studies.
Course Level : This scholarship is for pursuing PhD level.
Scholarship Provider : The Aberystwyth University
Scholarship can be taken at : UK

Eligibility: To be eligible applicants must:
-have or expect to obtain at least upper second class honours in your first degree
-apply and be offered a place for doctoral study at Aberystwyth
-achievement of 7.0 in IELTS, or equivalent, as the normal case, for non-UK students (before the end of March 2013 at the latest)
-be commencing your doctoral study in September 2013

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: UK and Non-EU students can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description: The Aberystwyth University doctoral (PhD) scholarship (DCDS) scheme offers a package of research, training and career development for full-time PhD students. These awards are tailored to enable students to develop the necessary skills required to meet their career choices and offer a breadth of development opportunities to enhance their research, teaching and transferable skills. Students within the scheme will make an agreed contribution to the Department and University as a condition of the PhD scholarship.

Number of awards offered: Not Known

Duration of award(s): Successful candidates will receive a grant for up to three years.

What does it cover? It cover their tuition fees (up to the UK/EU rate of £3900) and also provide them with a maintenance allowance of approximately £13,590 and access to a travel and conference fund (£500 per annum). Non-EU students would have to cover the difference between UK/EU tuition fees and the non-EU tuition fees from their scholarship. However, there will be 3 additional scholarships that covers this difference in tuition fees, which will be awarded to the three highest ranked non-EU candidates for this competition.

Selection Criteria:
Criteria to guide the award of scholarships are: - Evidence of the candidate’s potential as a research student
-The contribution which the proposed study would make to the Department’s research profile and research aims
-Candidate’s career development
-Quality of the research proposal
-Judgements on the candidate’s proposal and his/her potential as a researcher.

Notification: The results will be announced during the first week of May.

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online, by post or email. Applications must include an application form, two academic references, academic transcripts and a research proposal (1000 to 1500 words). No other forms are required.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The University’s general deadline for the 2013 competition is 1st March 2013