Scholarship for African

[Netherlands] MSc Courses at ITC in Urban Planning and Management

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 02:32:24 +0000

Requirement for an NFP fellowship, candidates need to be admitted to the master’s degree program or short course for which they would like an NFP fellowship or be admitted as a PhD student

Obtain academic admission
You first apply for academic admission directly to the Dutch institution. Your admission must be unconditional in terms of your education and language proficiency. Admission may be granted only, subject to you finding suitable funding for the program.

You are strongly advised to seek academic admission as early as possible to allow the institution to process your application in time. Check the deadlines for academic admission with the Dutch institution directly for up-to-date information.

The academic admission process for a PhD study is an individual track. If you want to be admitted as a PhD student check the requirements and the deadlines with the Dutch institution.

If you have been admitted to more than one course or study programme in one fellowship per application deadline you will have to choose one programme before you apply for a fellowship.

Web Link
http://www.nuffic.nl/international-students/scholarships/scholarships-administered-by-nuffic/netherlands-fellowships-programmes-nfp/how-to-apply

[New Zealand] Kiwi Music Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 12:42:13 +0000

This scholarship was established by Mr Sven Stenback in memory of his wife Maida Stenback nee Saunders, a New Zealander who loved and had some talent in the performance of classical music. Funding for the scholarship is made available through the Kiwi Music Scholarship Trust. The scholarship is to assist outstanding New Zealand musical performers or conductors who have completed, or are completing an honours or masters degree in musical performance in New Zealand to continue their musical development either overseas or in New Zealand. The scholarship will be awarded for classical instrumental performance (including vocal performance) or conducting.

Eligibility
- Applicants will be New Zealand citizens and preference will be given to students who are normally resident in New Zealand.
- Applicants will have completed the requirements for an honours or masters degree in musical performance (including vocal performance) or conducting at a New Zealand university, or an equivalent musical qualification.
- In very exceptional circumstances an application from a candidate without honours (or equivalent) may be considered. Notwithstanding the criteria for this award, the final decision will be made by the Trustees giving overriding consideration to the candidates’s ability and their potential to succeed in their field.
- In the case where there is more than one application of sufficient merit then the committee may award taking into account each candidate’s individual financial situation.

Study Subject(s): Music
Course Level: Honours or Masters
Scholarship Provider: Kiwi Music Scholarship Trust
Scholarship can be taken at: New Zealand
Scholarship Application Deadline: 01 March 2012, 01 March 2013

Web Link

http://www.fis.org.nz/BreakOut/vuw/schols.phtml?detail+500372

[USA] Afghan LLM Scholarship Program to study in USA Universities

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 08:08:35 +0000

Each year, the Friends of the PPP selects top Afghan lawyers, judges and professors to participate in its Afghan LLM Scholarship Program. The Afghan LLM Scholarship Program combines grants for tuition and fees from partnering US law schools with PPP funding for the Scholars’ travel and living expenses in the US. The PPP helps match Scholars to top US law schools, including Boston University, Harvard, University of Utah, Chapman, Stanford, George Washington University, Washington and Lee, Ohio Northern University, Georgetown and Whittier.

Eligibility
-TOEFL score, minimum of 580 required. Most successful applications have a score above 580.
-You must submit an official copy of your scores by the application deadline.

Study Subject(s): Law
Course Level: Master’s
Scholarship Provider: Public-Private Partnership (PPP)
Scholarship can be taken at: USA
Scholarship Application Deadline: October 15, 2011

Web Link

http://www.afghanppp.org/home/afghan-llm-scholarship

[Africa] 2012 The Bertha Scholarship at MBA Students at the University of Cape Town’s Graduate School of Business

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 08:06:53 +0000

The Bertha Scholarship is a competitive scholarship for the full time MBA at the University of Cape Town’s Graduate School of Business for those candidates who are working on market-based and business solutions to social and environmental challenges in emerging markets, and in particular in Africa. The Bertha Centre for Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship provides full scholarships to cover tuition fees for up to five students every year for the MBA programme at the GSB. The scholarships have been established to reduce the financial burden of undertaking a MBA for those dedicated to working in or starting entrepreneurial ventures that tackle social or environmental problems.

Eligibility
The criteria used for selection of Bertha Scholars are: Candidates must be a resident of an African country Candidates must have started or worked in an entrepreneurial social or green venture, or have worked on developing base of pyramid or social business strategies in a corporation for at least 1 year Candidates must demonstrate a strong moral character, strong entrepreneurial drive, a track record of action, leadership qualities, traits of social activism and a commitment to the sustainable development of emerging economies Through the submission of an essay, candidates must show how the MBA at this stage in their career will help to accelerate their impact and how it will contribute to the wider creation of value for society Candidates must demonstrate some need for the scholarship, through either previous work experience, personal background or demonstrated commitment to start a social venture, which make self-funding the MBA a significant burden.

Study Subject(s): MBA
Course Level: Master’s
Scholarship Provider: Cape Town’s Graduate School of Business, Africa
Scholarship can be taken at: Africa

Web Link

http://www.gsb.uct.ac.za/s.asp?p=389

[Canada] 2012-2013 Ontario Graduate Scholarship at University of Waterloo

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 08:06:27 +0000

The Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) program encourages excellence in graduate studies at the master’s and doctoral levels. It is a merit-based scholarship and awards are available to students in all disciplines of academic study. Students must refer to the OGS website for complete details regarding eligibility and application submission. An Ontario Graduate Scholarship is awarded for one academic year, which may consist of two or three consecutive terms. One-term awards are not granted. The value of the OGS is $5,000 per term. Thus, students may receive $10,000 for two consecutive terms or $15,000 for three consecutive terms.

Eligibility
• Plan to be enrolled full-time in a graduate program at an Ontario university
• Canadian citizen, permanent resident, protected person’s or an international student studying on a study permit
• A- (80%) average over the last two years of study if less than two years of graduate work OR the cumulative graduate average, if more than two years
• Students can receive up to 2 OGS awards at the master’s level (the scholarship can be awarded for one or both of the first two academic years, but not after the second year) and up to 4 awards at the doctoral level (the scholarship can be awarded in any of the first five academic years but not after the fifth year)
• one cannot hold a scholarship from NSERC, SSHRC, CIHR or an OGSST at the same time as OGS
• Have not exceeded the lifetime maximum of four years of government-funded awards including OGS, and awards from CIHR, NSERC and SSHRC.

Study Subject(s): Courses offered by the University
Course Level: Master’s and Doctoral
Scholarship Provider: CIHR, NSERC and SSHRC
Scholarship can be taken at: Canada
Scholarship Application Deadline: October 19, 2011

Web Link

http://www.grad.uwaterloo.ca/scholarships/ogs.html

[South Africa] SANCOLD Scholarship for Master’s Studies in Dam Engineering 2012-13

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 06:47:15 +0000

These scholarships will allow the holder’s mobility, as well as the freedom to select supervisors in their chosen fields. The purpose of these scholarships is to support persons who are committed to contributing significantly to research, teaching and professional practice in the field of Dam Engineering in their future careers.

Eligibility
Applications for a scholarship for Master’s studies may be submitted by the following persons:
• Students or graduates who have either successfully completed or are enrolled for the Fourth Year of their Undergraduate studies in the case of degree courses which directly allow access to a Master’s degree, e.g. Engineering, etc.
• Students who have either successfully completed or are enrolled for their BSc Honours but who have not yet enrolled for Master’s studies;
• Students or graduates who have, in their most recent two years of study, obtained an aggregate of at least 60% for their subjects;
• Students who wish to receive scholarships for Master’s studies have to apply prior to commencement of their Master’s studies
• South African citizens

Study Subject(s): Dam Engineering
Course Level: Masters
Scholarship Provider: South African National Committee on Large Dams
Scholarship can be taken at: South Africa
Scholarship Application Deadline: 31 October 2011

Web Link

http://sancold.org.za/news/SANCOLD%20Bursary%202012.pdf

[USA] 2012 Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship for Women and Minorities

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 06:45:31 +0000

The Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship Program provides support for outstanding scholarship and encourages independent graduate-level research in oceanography, marine biology, or maritime archaeology, particularly by women and members of minority groups. Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarships carry a 12-month stipend for each student of $30,000 and an annual cost-of-education allowance of up to $12,000 and up to $10,000 support for a four to six week research collaboration at a NOAA facility. Masters students may be supported for up to two years, and doctoral students for up to four years. About four scholarships are awarded each year.

Eligibility
Only individuals who are United States citizens currently pursuing a Master’s or doctoral level degree in oceanography, marine biology or maritime archaeology (including all science, engineering, and resource management of ocean and coastal areas) at a U.S. accredited graduate institution are eligible for an award under this scholarship program. In addition, students must have and maintain a minimum cumulative and term grade point average of 3.0 and maintain full-time student status for every term, and for the duration of their award. Universities or other organizations may not apply on behalf of an individual. Prospective scholars do not need to be enrolled in a graduate program at the time of application, but must be admitted to a graduate level program in order to be awarded this scholarship. Eligibility must be maintained for each succeeding year of support and annual reporting requirements, to be specified at a later date, will apply.

Study Subject(s): Oceanography, Marine Biology or Maritime Archaeology (including all science, engineering, and resource management of ocean and coastal areas)
Course Level: Master, Doctoral
Scholarship Provider: NOAA
Scholarship can be taken at: USA
Scholarship Application Deadline: February 10, 2012

Web Link

http://fosterscholars.noaa.gov/docs/FY12_NFoster_App_Instr.pdf

[UK] 2012 Commonwealth/Chevening Scholarships For African Human Rights Advocates at University Of Oxford

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 06:43:52 +0000

The five scholarships provide fully funded opportunities for part-time postgraduate study in international human rights law at the University of Oxford, starting September 2012. The course of study is taught over 22 months and consists of two residential sessions in Oxford and two periods of distance learning. The scholarships are intended for human rights advocates from African Commonwealth countries (see Appendix 1 for list of eligible countries) who would be unable, without assistance, to take up their place on this course. Subject to satisfactory progress, the scholarships lead to the award of a Master of Studies (MSt) in International Human Rights Law. Each scholarship provides course and college fees at the University of Oxford over two years, a stipend to cover living costs and return air travel from the scholar’s home country for each residential session.

Eligibility
Applicants must:
* display intellectual ability and leadership potential;
* have an adequate standard of English, as defined and required by the University for studies at which the awards are given
* be citizens of a developing African Commonwealth country (see Appendix 1 for eligible countries) and resident/working in a developing African Commonwealth country when the award is taken up and for its duration (this does not have to be the applicant’s home country). and will normally:
* already hold a law degree to a high standard. The degree must be at a level at least equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Law awarded in the UK. Applications from those with extensive human-rights related experience, but without a law degree, will also be considered.
* have work experience in a related field/s;
* not already have received or be currently receiving financial benefit from a previous British Government funded scholarship or a previous Commonwealth Commission funded scholarship. A preference will be given to applicants who have not previously studied outside of their home country.

Study Subject(s): International human rights law
Course Level: Postgraduate
Scholarship Provider: University Of Oxford, UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Scholarship Application Deadline: 30 November 2011

Web Link

http://humanrightslaw.conted.ox.ac.uk/MStIHRL/fees/African%20scholarship%20guidance%20notes%20@%208.9.11.pdf

[New Zealand] Te Papa MSc Scholarship in Molecular Systematics at Victoria University

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 06:43:37 +0000

The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa and Victoria University of Wellington are offering a Master of Science (MSc) scholarship in the field of molecular systematics at Victoria University of Wellington. The purpose of the award is to promote research between Te Papa and Victoria University in the area of molecular systematics, ecology and evolution. A standard MSc degree at Victoria University is undertaken over two years. The first year involves three papers and a Research Preparation project. The second year comprises the research thesis, worth 60% of the total degree. The Te Papa-VUW scholarship provides the successful applicant with a student stipend of $4000 in part 1 (2012) and $6000 in part 2 (2013). It is also possible to take a MSc by thesis alone if a BSc(Hons) or equivalent has already been completed. The stipend in such cases is $5000 for the one year.

Eligibility
The applicant will have completed a BSc degree or equivalent, and should have an interest in systematics and evolution, molecular techniques, and New Zealand plants.

Study Subject(s): Molecular Systematics
Course Level: Master
Scholarship Provider: Victoria University of Wellington
Scholarship can be taken at: New Zealand
Scholarship Application Deadline: 1 November 2011

Web Link

http://www.erg.otago.ac.nz/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=313:te-papa-msc-scholarship-in-molecular-systematics-at-victoria-university-&catid=67:news&Itemid=297

[South Africa] 2012 Call for Bursaries for Masters and Doctoral Research Studies at Centre for Carbon Capture and Storage

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 12:34:45 +0000

The Centre aims to transform the energy R&D human capital available to the country, not only by growing it, but by ensuring that women and previously disadvantaged individuals receive sufficient support. An amount of R100,000 per year is available for Masters students over a period of two years and an amount of R120,000 per year is available for PhD students over a period of three years respectively for full time studies.

Eligibility
Applications for postgraduate coursework-based studies will also be considered but preference will be given to research-based studies.

Study Subject(s):Carbon Capture and Storage
Course Level:Masters and Doctoral
Scholarship Provider: South African Centre for Carbon Capture and Storage
Scholarship can be taken at: South Africa
Scholarship Application Deadline: 30 September 2011

Web Link

http://www.sacccs.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/sacccs_call_for_bursaries_2012.doc

Scholarship for African

[Netherlands] MSc Courses at ITC in Urban Planning and Management​

[New Zealand] Kiwi Music Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington

[USA] Afghan LLM Scholarship Program to study in USA Universities

[Africa] 2012 The Bertha Scholarship at MBA Students at the University of Cape Town’s Graduate School of Business

[Canada] 2012-2013 Ontario Graduate Scholarship at University of Waterloo

[South Africa] SANCOLD Scholarship for Master’s Studies in Dam Engineering 2012-13

[USA] 2012 Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship for Women and Minorities

[UK] 2012 Commonwealth/Chevening Scholarships For African Human Rights Advocates at University Of Oxford

[New Zealand] Te Papa MSc Scholarship in Molecular Systematics at Victoria University

[South Africa] 2012 Call for Bursaries for Masters and Doctoral Research Studies at Centre for Carbon Capture and Storage

[Netherlands] MSc Courses at ITC in Urban Planning and Management