Published Date : October 10, 2019
Categories : Economics, Engineering, Medicine Scholarship, Newsletter, October, Scholarship for Nigerians, Undergraduate Scholarships
The NNPC/SNEPCo National University Scholarship Scheme is now open for application for undergraduate students in Nigerian Universities.
Application Deadline: 23rd October, 2019.
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Undergraduates in universities in Nigeria
To be taken at: Nigerian Universities
Accepted Subject Areas: The NNPC/SNEPCo National University Scholarship is open to FULL TIME undergraduates studying any of the under listed courses in Universities within Nigeria.
About NNPC/SNEPCo National University Scholarship:Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) and its co-venture partners hereby invites applications from qualified Nigerian students for the 2019 NNPC/SNEPCo National University Scholarship Programme. The programme aims to promote academic excellence and improve the skills of young Nigerians. It provides yearly grant to the successful applicants from their second year to the completion of their degree programme.
Type: Undergraduate
Eligibility: Applicant must:
*Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
Number of Scholarships: Several
Scholarship Worth: Grant for the remainder of student’s Program
Duration of Scholarship: Scholarships are renewable through graduation. Recipients are expected to maintain high academic / ethical standards, and other conditions outlined in the scholarship award letter.
How to Apply:
Every applicant should have a valid personal email account and phone number.
2. Applications by eligible candidates should be submitted online at https://scholastica.ng/schemes/SNEPCo
3. Candidates should include personal and educational details in the application.
4. Applicants should upload scanned copies of the following as part of the application:
To apply, follow the steps below:
https://scholastica.ng/schemes/SNEPCo
https://scholastica.ng/
If National Identification Number (NIN) number was not available in step 6
https://scholastica.ng/schemes/SNEPCo
Note: Multiple applications attract a disqualification penalty from the Scholarship board
Visit Programme Webpage for Details
Sponsors: Shell Nigeria Exploration Production Company (SNEPCo)
Published Date : October 9, 2019
Categories : Blog Entry
A comprehensive guide on universities in Europe is what you need when deciding where to study on the European continent.
There are many articles on the internet about studying in Europe; however, you are not likely to find a guide as comprehensive as this one. We have approached this subject from the perspective of cost effectiveness relative to quality. We present options that are the best as long as quality and affordability is concerned.
The cost of studying abroad is determined by two things: the cost of living, and tuition fees. Some cities are quite expensive for students on a budget. Others can be less pricy, but the tuition fee for universities may be too high. What you need as a student with limited resources is to find a balance between these choices.
You need to study at a university of acceptable standard, affordable tuition fees, in a low-price destination.
We have combed the net to find this balance for you and divided our guide into parts for easy comprehension.
We have combed the net to find this balance for you and divided our guide into parts for easy comprehension. The first part of this article will illustrate some reasons why a European university may be the best option for you. The next section of the article will attempt to persuade you to go for low-priced or even free institutions. The third part of this article will present our choices of the best institutions for you as a function of cost and quality. Finally, we will discuss some of the best student cities in Europe which happens to be among the cheapest.
According to Eurostat, over 1.6 million international students went to Europe for studies in 2016 alone. With thousands of higher institutions, top-class universities and research facilities, it is no wonder that Europe is such a lure for international students, professionals and scientists all over the world. One of the major reasons is that European countries spend generously to improve the standards of education and support students.
Despite the financial crisis that hit Europe some years ago, the European Union is ready to invest more money in education than they did previously. With the presentation of the multi-annual financial framework by the European Commission, there is a proposition for 70% increase in funds for training and education. 17 billion EUR will be used to improve transnational learning mobility, cooperation, modernization of education and the implementation of education strategies in EU states.
The European university system is largely run on public funding so they can provide excellent quality at a low costs, many of which are even free for both international and EU students. It is common knowledge that private institutions are the costliest around the world, even though their quality does not always justify the cost.
Watch Top 10 Countries with the Best Education Systems in the World below:
[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xhfnjEf8C0[/embedyt]European countries invest highly in the education system to make learning affordable and maintain high standards. Enrolling in one of these schools will see you reap great benefits for a small amount. These schools are also available in many languages like English, French, Spanish and many more. Scholarships are also available to international students. As of 2009 there were 1.58 million full-time equivalent researchers in the EU-27 and this number was planned to increase by one million researchers by 2019.
Most European countries are also welcoming to non-EU students. They may be required in some cases to pay tuition fees higher than others though. Foreign students are also allowed to apply for most scholarship programs. Europe has over 16 billion EUR worth of scholarships every year. Whatever the level of education you are looking to get there are always low tuition institutions you can find in Europe. Many universities in Europe seat at the top of world university rankings despite being low-cost or even free.
Europe is home to the happiest countries in the world. According to the World Happiness Report by the UN, the top 7 of the top 10 happiest countries in the world are in Europe. The world UN research considered six variables: income, freedom, trust, healthy life expectancy, social support, and generosity. The top ten ranked high in all variables. Having a degree in one of these countries increases your chances of being employed there and probably leading a happier life than you would in your home country.
Scholarships in Europe will be a study full of adventure. Experience the diverse cultures, beautiful terrain and cities from the snowy north to the sun-soaked south and new delicious foods.
It is common knowledge, employers all around the world prefer employing graduates with some international experience, particularly employers in developing countries. And Europe has a good reputation for skills, knowledge and experience. Their schools are of higher standards than most of their peers in Asia, Africa and the Americas. For example, Germany leads the world when it is a question of training the best doctors. And it is arguably the cheapest study destination for international students when you weigh cost against quality.
So, a degree at European universities will mostly be respected. But how do you achieve that with a small budget? Attend a low-tuition university.
The internet is littered with lists of the top 5 or 10 or 20 etc. universities in the world. Please, do not swallow these reports hook line and sinker. Never use them as the sole criteria for choosing where to study. Some variables considered in ranking these institutions have next to zero effect on quality. I pointed out earlier that Germany leads the world in producing the best doctors. But can you believe that no German university ranks in the top ten universities for a medical degree in the world? Just see how ridiculous this is. So these rankings are not only about quality. Prestige features prominently too.
What you do with your education matters more than where you got it from. You can attend a less known college and still get an acceptable degree education. In fact the majority of degrees people have today are not from the elite universities. There is little advantage that an elite university may have over a less known institution.
Some see the prestige factor connected with going to elite universities as being important in business and politics, for the networking contact and opportunities it creates. This claim is highly controversial because in today’s world, companies are more interested in what you can do and not where you got your degree from. If your performance is below their requirement they will drop you even if you are a first-class graduate from Stanford.
Campus experience in elite colleges is often better than their less expensive peers. Students in elite universities tend to come from a more sophisticated background. Some consider interacting with successful or wealthy people as having the positive effect of making you more likely to succeed in life. However, all these notions are very controversial. For example, in a 2004 study titled: Who Needs Harvard? Alan Krueger and Stacy Berg Dale investigated issue of prestige for success. This study dropped an atom bomb on the notion that elite college attendance is essential to success in life. the lives of students who attended a moderate-cost university were examined. It turned out that such students have on average the same income as those graduates from elite universities. In few cases, the income varied by very little.
As far as success is concerned, it is the student not the school that matters, and Krueger famously wrote that, “that you go to college is more important than where you go.”
To significantly reduce your cost, the first thing is to try and find a university that provides accommodation. Where this is not possible, you should look for student dormitories with the best deals. If this also is unavailable, you should then look for the best priced apartments. Secondly, try to find a roommate to split the rent.
You should also find accommodation within walking distance of the university to save on transport.
Also make sure to cook your own food whenever possible. If you don’t know how to cook, you should learn.
Do not spend money unnecessarily. Get a subscription on your phone and do not opt for “pay as you go plans”.
Also use free communication apps like Whatsapp, FB Messenger, and Viber etc. to make your calls whenever possible.
When you need to buy anything, like clothes, shoes, groceries etc. look for markets and stores with the cheapest deals. Make inquiries from the locals about these markets. Also use city transport card if that option is available.
A number of towns in Germany are quite cheap to live in as a student. We have a list of five such towns presented here. If you can find a cheap university in any of these towns, you can have a world-class degree almost for free. A student can live on less than 300 EUR in any of these towns that are home to some of the best universities in Germany. Public German universities are usually free for undergrads. You may only be required to pay semester contribution fees and other small fees, all of which does not amount to more than 300 Euros a semester.
Leipzig (264 euros)
Dresden (264 euros)
Jena (265 euros)
Halle/Saale (268 euros)
Kaiserslautern (270 euros)
Ludwig Maximilians University Munich (LMU)
Technical University of Munich (TUM)
If you are living is a shared room, the average accommodation cost is 250 EUR. If you do not want to share, then you will budget 500 EUR a month for accommodation away from the city center. Transportation costs between 70 and 90 EUR a month. Expect to spend 15-20 Eurosfor a three-course meal in the city. You will spend much less if you prepare your own food, which as a student on a budget, you should. Telecom will cost about 15 EUR and other miscellaneous expenses should amount to 30 EUR a month.
The cost of apartments in Barcelona depends on the neighborhood, size and sophistication. The overall cost of rent in Barcelona is relatively affordable. A one bedroom apartment can lease for less than 800 EUR and a two-bedroom apartment for less than 1200 EUR. Rent drops with distance farther from the city center, and you could find very affordable accommodations that are still close to public transport facilities.
Metro and buses are even cheaper if you buy a ten-trip pass for about 11 EUR. Food prices in groceries can vary slightly, but you can go to independent specialty markets in some neighborhoods to buy stuff like meats, fruits, vegetables, and bread from bakeries at much lower prices. Restaurants and cafes in the neighborhoods have full lunch packs including bread, desserts, and drinks for as low as 8 EUR. Milk and a dozen eggs would cost 1 to 2 EUR. Vegetables and fruits are rather cheap, going for 1 to 2 EUR a kilo. A chicken breast is usually about 5 – 6 EUR. Things are usually more expensive in city centers and tourist areas. Clothing can be very inexpensive particularly in stores like Primark and Zara. The cost of living in this city would be affordable for students who are tight on cash provided they are willing to shop around for the best prices.
Autonomous University of Barcelona
International University of Catalonia
Barcelona Graduate School of Economics
Dresden is considered as the city of scientific research due to the alliance of technical universities and more than 10 research institutes like Max Planck, Leibniz, Fraunlofer, and Helemotz etc. Some universities in the city are members of the TU9, an alliance of German Technical Universities. Students are particularly attracted to Dresden due to the presence of these institutions and the lower living cost is Dresden relative to other German cities.
In Dresden there are about 35 student residence halls with more than 6000 dorm rooms. Students pay between 75 and 245 EUR a month for a room depending on the layout. There is also the option of a student apartment community that will cost 150 EUR a month or higher. Getting an apartment in Dresden is much easier than in other German cities. TU Dresden alone has several student hostels.
If you do not eat out a lot and do not buy the expensive kind of foodstuff, you should live fine on 100 – 200 EUR a month. This would mean that you buy only the necessary food stuff. As for transportation, universities in Germany normally take a fee of 250 – 300 EUR each semester for a ticket that allows students to use buses and trains in the surrounding areas. This is the only fee charged by public universities for bachelor’s degree. Overall one should expect to spend about 550 EUR a month including utility and miscellaneous expenses if they are economical.
TechnischeUniversität Dresden Dresden University of Technology
Protestant University of Applied Sciences of Dresden
PaluccaHochschulefürTanz DresdenPalucca School Dresden – University of Dance
HochschulefürMusik Carl Maria von WeberCarl Maria von Weber College of Music
Depending on where you live you can spend between 500€ and 1000€ a month to get by in Lisbon. Coimbra which is 50km from the sea is home to many institutions and a university city. You will need about 500€ to live in Coimbra. The minimum wage is 600€/month. A two-bedroom and two-bathroom flat known locally as T2 will cost about 600€ a month. So if you are willing to share the flat you can expect to spend 300€/ month. Coffee goes for 60 cents and a chicken and French fries can cost up to 11 EUR. The cost of transportation is between 35 and 40 EUR a month for bus, train, metro, etc. taxi will cost roughly the same so long as there is no heavy traffic. Utilities will cost about 100 EUR.
Food is very cheap for students in Lisbon. If you eat in the university you can get complete meals for 3 to 5 EUR. It is cheaper at the cafeteria, but largely depends on the school. In some cafeterias you can spend as little as 2.5 EUR a meal. Movies with one bag of popcorn will cost you about 15 EUR every month depending on frequency.
InstitutoUniversitário de Lisboa
Universidade Catolica Portuguesa
Universidade Lusófona de Humanidades e Technologias
InstitutoPolitécnico de Lisboa
InstitutoUniversitário de CiênciasPsicológicas, Sociais e da Vida
Universidade Autónoma de Lisboa
Thessaloniki, the second largest city in Greece, is home to the largest Greek city, The Aristotle University. The city is quite safe from terrorism and the crime rate is low. People here are mostly friendly.
A single person should expect to spend some $671.3or 611.25 EUR on monthly bases not including rent. You can look for a studio in the city center in old apartments, rents go for about 150 – 200 EUR. This can even get you living quite close to the university so that you can go to class on foot or pay little for bus. Living farther from the city’s main hub will even cost you less. In 2004 Erasmus students were provided with free housing (dorm rooms) and there was also free lunch and dinner Monday – Friday, decent Greek food of acceptable standards. After the 2010 economic crisis rent in this city dropped significantly. You can find a room for 100 EUR/month if you paid all 12 months in advance.
You can find homemade meals for 2 – 4 EUR. Hot dogs are not more than 1 EUR though it can be difficult to find a McDonald’s in Thessaloniki because the people aren’t too fond of plastic foods. In fact there is good reason to believe people here dislike plastic food. Fruits and vegetables are also cheap here. You can live well on 300 – 500 EUR monthly. This amount is half as cheap if you find a roommate. Thessaloniki is one of the most vibrant cities of Europe and a student’s city. There are up to 75000 students in this city.
Eating out in a restaurant can cost up to 10 EUR per person. You will pay about 0.7 EUR for a one-way bus ticket. A 1 – 3 takeaway of coffee will come at 2 – 4 EUR and fast food (gyros) should be between 2 – 2.3 EUR per sandwich. You will find fast food restaurants that are open 24 hours.
University of Thessaloniki $807
Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki $807
International Hellenic University
Prague is one of the best student’s cities in the world. It is located in the Czech Republic and considered one of the most affordable cities in Europe. A student can live in Prague on 300 to 750 USD per month including meals, accommodation, public transport and leisure. How much you spend depends on your location, accommodation choices, lifestyle and spending habits.
Public universities in Czech are tuition free. You have only to take care of your accommodation, transport, reading materials, utilities, food and extra-curricular activities. Monthly expenses vary by individual. A student can live on a lot less if they contained their expenditure to necessities only. To lower the monthly costs, you can stay in a dormitory; prepare your own food, and living close to the school to reduce transport expenses. With the right skills you can also get a job.
A furnished flat with maintenance, heating, water, municipal services, electricity and internet will cost about $340 per student. Monthly transportation costs $23 for unlimited rides on buses, trams, and metro systems throughout prague. The transportation system is efficient, clean, reliable with metro being available at peak times every two minutes and trams coming round every 5 to 7 minutes all day and night.
Groceries will cost between $25 and $30 if you shop at a main market store like Tesco, Alberts, Lidl, Billa etc. this is quite affordable. The Czech Republic has one of the highest concentrations of grocery stores per capita and most are within walking distance. If you buy food from the local farmers you should spend about only half of what you would spend buying from other sources. Meals at restaurants are between 6 and 17 dollars with drinks included. It cost less during lunch time. For instance, some places in Prague sells a plate of appetizer (usually a soup) plus an entrée for under $5. If you stay away from tourist places, restaurant prices become even cheaper. Coffee costs from $1.6 to $2.5 and coffee vending machines are common in many buildings and usually sell at a fraction of the price.
Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague
Academy of Performing Arts in Prague
Czech Technical University in Prague
Czech University of Life Sciences, Prague
University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague
University of Economics, Prague
If you are going to rent a room in an apartment or a house you will spend on average $300 to $450. Groceries can cost up to $150 a month. Bills for water, electricity, cable, internet, cellphone etc. will cost between $100 and $200. Metro and bus transportation charge roughly a dollar. You will budget $50 for transportation every month.
Some people living in Prague earn only $1000 a month and managed to get by. This amount should be okay for a student on budget. You will have to spend more if you will want to have extras. You will spend less on food if you do not eat out. Restaurant prices in Santiago are comparable to those in the US.
Universidad de
Chile
University of Chile
Pontifical Catholic University of Chile
Universidad Diego
Portales
Diego Portales
University
Universidad del
Desarrollo
University for
Development
Universidad de
Santiago de Chile
University of
Santiago de Chile
Universidad Alberto
Hurtado
Alberto Hurtado
University
Universidad
Bernardo O’Higgins
Bernardo O’Higgins
University
Universidad Andrés
Bello
Andrés Bello
University
Universidad
Metropolitana de Ciencias de la Educación
Metropolitan
University of Educational Sciences
An international student in Istanbul should expect to spend about 400 to 500 USD a month on feeding, rent, clothing, leisure, transportation, telecom and internet. Books and administrative fees will be around 100 to 150 dollars a semester. This estimate is dependent on location, the type of degree and the frugality of the individual.
Housing will cost about $1200 for the whole semester. Food for the semester will amount to 5TL for student menu, 1.35TL for a loaf of fresh white bread, 1.5TL for a liter of water, 2 – 10 TL for a kilogram of vegetables & fruit, 2 – 4 TL for a kg of pasta & rice, and 2 – 5 TL for a cup of tea or coffee. Transportation will cost $300; books will cost $150 for the whole semester.A cinema ticket should be around 15 TL; haircut 15 TL, bus ticket will be 1.5 TL. The conversion rate of TL to dollar is: 1USD = 5.40 TL
Living with a roommate will cost a lot less with accommodation. You can find a good place to stay that charges less than $200 and you can share this with a roommate. You can also spend as little as $50 on food per month.
Overall, Istanbul is a very affordable city compared to other European cities and the western world. If cost of living factors heavily on your university selection criteria, you will want to give Istanbul a try.
If you can find a dormitory as an international student, it will cost on average 100 EUR. You can also share a flat for approximately 300 EUR a month. You can also get a studio for 450 EUR a month, all depending on your choice. Most international students though will go for a shared flat as dormitories are difficult to secure and studios are rather expensive.
With regards to food, you are better off cooking your own meals. You get to spend between 150 and 200 EUR a month if you don’t eat out, otherwise be prepared to spend on excess of 250 EUR a month.
For transportation, you can get monthly student pass known as BKK for €11. Overall, if you can budget 500 EUR a month you will do just great.
McDaniel College
Corvinus University
BME
The Budapest University of Technology and Economics
Central European University (CEU)
The SzentIstván University
Franz Liszt Academy
The cost of food in Krakow is affordable. A good meal will cost about $6, a 33cl bottle of coke and water cost 1.07 and 0.89 EUR respectively. A liter of milk will cost 0.61 EUR and a loaf of bread sells for 0.76 EUR. A kilogram each of rice, Cheese, Chicken breasts and Beef will cost0.77, 5.41, 3.85, and 7.56 EUR respectively. One kilogram of apples, banana, oranges, tomatoes, potatoes, onion, and lettuce will cost 0.75, 1.04, 1.10, 1.41, 0.54, 0.62 and 0.67 respectively. To significantly reduce on the cost of food, the student can buy directly from local farmers or suppliers. There will always be markets or neighborhoods where things are cheaper than other places.
A one-way ticket will cost 0.88 EUR and a monthly pass, 20.83 EUR. A taxi ride can reach up to 1.62 EUR for distances exceeding one kilometer. Basic utilities like electricity, garbage etc. can cost a student anywhere from 50 EUR to 160 depending on the size of the apartment and consumption rate. Telecom and internet will cost an approximate 20 EUR a month. Clothes are also affordable in this city. A summer dress in a chain store can sell for 27 EUR or less, a pair of Nike running shoes or men’s leather business shoes will cost about 70 EUR each. A pair of jeans is sold for 50 EUR or less.
Monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment outside the city center is about 200 to 400 EUR a month. A three bedroom apartment will lease for like 600 EUR or less. A student can share with colleagues to greatly reduce the cost.
AGH University of Science and Technology
TadeuszKościuszko University of Technology
Cracow University of Economics
In summary to live in Minsk a student will need like $400 a month. Inexpensive meal in a restaurant can cost up to $9, McMeal at McDonalds or its equivalent will cost about $5. A bottle of Coke or Pepsi of 0.33 liters is $0.8 and a similar quantity of bottle water is $.56. a litter of milk is $0.71, a loaf of bread costs $0.62, a kilo each of rich and local cheese are respectively $1.17 and $5.98. a dozen eggs will cost like $1.2. fruits like apple, banana, orange and vegetables like tomato, onion and lettuce cost between $1 – $2 a kilo.
As for transportation a one month pass will cost you $15 with taxis being more expensive at $0.27 to the kilometer. Utility bills amount to $50 a month; telecom and internet bill can reach $30 a month.
Clothes and shoes are generally expensive in this city. You may have to take enough clothing to last you through the semester. A pair of modern leather shoes cost up to $100. A pair of jeans can cost up to $60, nike running shoes cost about $93.
Accommodation is comparatively affordable. An apartment outside the city center will cost $250 to $300 for one bedroom. A three bedroom flat outside the city center will lease for $430. If three students can share such an apartment, each will pay less than $150 a month, which is quite reasonable for a European city. In the city center, students who share a three-bedroom apartment will pay about $200 a month.
Belarusian National Technical University
Belarusian State University of Informatics and Radioelectronics
Belarusian State Medical University
Belarusian State Technological University
Belarusian State Economic University
Belarusian Medical Academy of Post Diploma Studies
Belarusian State University of Culture and Art
International Sakharov Environmental University
Federation of Trade Unions of Belarus International
University MITSO
Belarusian State University of Physical Culture
A rough estimate of the average cost of living for a student in Bucharest is somewhere in the area of 200 – 600 EUR monthly.
Food should cost between 100 – 150 EUR a month, insurance will be between 30 – 40 EUR, clothing will clock 20 EUR, and transportation is just a paltry 8 EUR a month using metro monthly ticket. Bus is free. You can expect to spend 10 EUR on telecom and internet, and another 50 EUR on extra-curricular activities.
Accommodation can be a bit tricky to find. If you study at a state university and have good grades, you will most likely be given a shared-room on campus. The cost for this is normally 30 – 40 EUR a month. A shared room in a privately-owned student dormitory will cost you 120 to 150 EUR. If you are unable to find a room on campus or a dorm, then you will have to rent a room somewhere. It normally does not exceed 200 EUR. Typically, you can get a good one for 150 EUR. Aside from this you will have to foot the maintenance bill like 50 to 70 EUR, and internet, 10 EUR or more. But internet is really cheap here.
Unicaf University (MW)Unicaf University (ZM)
University of South Wales Online Programmes throughUNICAF
NationalUniversity of Physical Education and Sports
TechnicalUniversity of Civil Engineering Bucharest
University Politehnica of Bucharest
University Of Agronomic Sciences And Veterinary Medicine of Bucharest
Sofia ranks as one of the best student cities in the world. As a student, it is best to live in a dormitory. Dorms cost about 15 -30 EUR per month, and you get to live among fellow students. You can also rent a studio for 150–200 EUR a month. This will get lower if you opt to live in the suburbs, but it might cost you more on transport. Wherever you live, it is advisable to find a roommate to split the cost.
Transportation in Sofia is also cheap. You can get yourself a city transport card by presenting your university’s document, the cost can go as low as 20 LEV for the city network and even subway.
Food in a decent restaurant will cost 2.5 to 3 EUR. 33cl of Coke sells for about 85 cents, and the same volume of water costs 60 cents.A liter of milk can be bought for 1.05€, a loaf of bread for 0.57€. a kilogram each of rice, local cheese, chicken breasts and beef round will cost 1.1€, 1.76€, 6.07€, 5.09€, and 7.41€ respectively. You will also spend 1.09€, 1.25 €, 0.62 €, 1.37 €, 0.61 €, 0.62 €, and 1.12 € respectively for a kilogram of apples, banana, oranges, tomatoes, potatoes, onion, and lettuce. Shop from places like Kaufland, Fantastico, Lidl for cheaper prices. Places like Billa and 345 are rather expensive markets for food items.
If you want to buy clothes find out where the Illiantsi market is and go there. They offer the same things like in the center of Sofia, but for half the price.
Sofia University “St. KlimentOhridski”
University of National and World Economy
University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy
University of Finance, Business and Entrepreneurship
University of Mining and Geology St Ivan Rilski
University of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy
to live well in Ukraine a student needs on average $1200 to $1500 annually apart from tuition and accommodation fees. This is a lot cheaper than in most European cities. The amount you spend depends on your neighborhood and lifestyle and also the tuition of your university and course.
For stationaries, a bundle of 1000 papers costs $3 to $5. Writing materials are dirt cheap in Ukraine. A good pair of jeans will cost 10 – 20 USD, shirts cost 5 – 15 USD and T-shirts would normally sell for 5 – 12 USD. Food in Ukraine is equally cheap. For $5 a student can buy either of 4kg of potatoes, 4kg of onions, three-dozen eggs, or 3 liters of milk. A kg of beef or chicken will cost $3 to $5. For $1 you can buy at least two big loaves of bread.
When it comes to transportation, there are lots of deals for students. For example, a student could buy a travel pass to use the subway trains and electric buses throughout the month for just $20. A student card allows you to claim 30 to 50% of the amount spent on trains and buses while travelling across Ukraine. Students can also obtain the International Student Card to enjoy a discount of 10 to 30% on air travel.
Tuition in Ukraine varies according to course. One of the most expensive being MBBS will cost between $4500 and $6000 in yearly tuition. If you are going to live in student hostels, cook your own food, use the cheapest travel options, you can get by on just $300 a month.
Ivan Franko National University of Lviv
Lviv Polytechnic National University
National Forestry University of Ukraine
Lviv National Medical University
Lviv State University of Physical Culture
Lviv National Agrarian University
Lviv National University of Veterinary Medicine and Biotechnologies
Published Date : October 1, 2019
Categories : Blog Entry, Masters Scholarships, Scholarships in Europe
Are you looking to apply for the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship for international students? You are about to learn everything you need to know.
This article, exclusively from After School Africa, is intended for those who desire to study in Europe on a Master’s degree scholarship. It is a complete guide on one of the most popular European Scholarship Programs anyone can hope to be part of: The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees.
I will explain briefly what this scholarship program is and the scope of its operation.
We will also look at what the scholarship covers in terms of financial assistance. Application procedure is also covered in detail for all the master’s courses in this program. And towards the concluding part, we will explain the processes of acquiring a visa for every partner country in the program. After comprehending this article you should be able to apply confidently without making any mistakes. Mistakes can vaporize your chances of success. Some candidates make costly mistakes in the process of application and end up being disqualified. Hopefully this article should help you circumvent undesired outcomes as a result of errors.
The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees program was born in 2004 following the publication of policy papers in Europe that emphasized the merits of a Joint Program. It was also largely inspired by the story of a European scholar, Desiderius Erasmus Roterodamus. He was a Dutch philosopher and Christian humanist widely considered to be the greatest scholar of the northern Renaissance. Erasmus travelled and studied in many European countries. His story is a model embodying the principles of multinational exchange of scholars and knowledge. The EMJMD is a multinational scholarship program with the sole purpose of exchanging knowledge across borders in the form of Joint University Degrees.
A joint university program is an organization with two or more participating universities or consortium of universities. A student in a joint program studies the same course within the same period, but in different universities of the consortium. Degree awarded bears the names of the universities involved or sometimes each university awards a separate degree to the candidate. Imagine having two or more degrees from reputable institutions in Europe in a year or two. That is exactly what you get after completing an EMJMD. It will dramatically pivot your chances of employment. Research shows that candidates have greater chance of employment after graduation. Imagine the impact on your CV and the opportunity to access different training facilities to develop your career.
The prospect of obtaining multiple certificates is not the only enticement. There is also the cultural experience and the opportunity to explore your field with different participants from around the world. As an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees student, you will study in at least two countries, meeting different kinds of academics and professionals. This in itself is a form of adventure that will enrich your experience and make your qualifications more respectable. The downside of this intensive mobility though, is the challenges with visa acquisition and tension that may come with experiencing different cultures within a short time.
It’ll be interesting to know that your entire academic and travel expenses is taken care of by funding from the EU. If you can manage the monthly stipends carefully, especially those from Africa, you should have a good time studying. There are several other benefits that come with joining the program. We will explain more as the article develops. For now let’s see just how much is funded for scholarship under EMJMD.
According to a 2014 Erasmus Mundus Graduate Impact Study, 65% of students enrolled due to the scholarship offering, while 51% were attracted by the possibility to live and study in Europe.
Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree Scholarship is a very ambitious program. Looking at the budget set to support candidates from around the world, there is no doubt a lot of students will benefit before another budget is set. Not only does Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree program aim to support a large number of students, but also has options for a wide variety of courses. You should be able to find an interesting course from their list, which, due to it being so long, has been reserved for the last section of this article.
From 2004 – 2015, 328 Erasmus Mundus Joint programs were created. 18,600 Masters Scholarships were awarded and 1,400 doctoral fellowships. The program has set aside a €14.7 billion budget for 2014 – 2020. 2 million candidates will benefit from the scholarship within this period. Among the stated goals of the program are the following:
Of all these objectives, strongest emphasis is on employability. Over the years employability has gained attention not only from policy makers in Europe but also from around the world. Employability also features highly in the selection process for most joint programs today. This is due to the strong link with the work world through internships, career guidance and associate partnerships with industries.
It is important to note that there are four categories of students in this program. How much you are given depends on your category. The category that receives the highest financial support is candidates from non-participating and non-partner countries, or from a partner country more than 400km away from their place of study.
Let us list these categories of students out clearly:
Here is a list of participating and partner countries:
Program countries include: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, The Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, UK, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, and Portugal.
Partner countries include: are all the other countries that are not Programme Countries (mostly developing countries. This is sometimes determined by the consortium/course.
Because the EU is a big place, cost of living varies widely. Countries that are relatively new to the EU are less expensive to live in than established member countries. If cost of living weighs heavily on you decision regarding where to study, it is better to go for some of the low profile EU countries. Countries like the UK and France are more expensive than others.
According to the British Council, in the UK every student should expect to spend EUR 600 per month to cover accommodation, clothing, utility and other expenses.
Beneficiaries of the EMJMD scholarship who are neither form a program nor partner country should live fine. The EUR 1000 monthly stipend should be enough for a student even in the UK or France, let alone other countries. However it is advisable to know the cost of living in a particular country before applying for a master’s program. There are lots of free statistics providing accurate data on living expenses around the world. Do some Google search.
Because the students undertaking a joint degree are required to move at least between two countries, visa can be serious concern. As a prospective candidate you will be wondering how are to apply for visas during your program. The processes of applying for a visa are similar between most countries, but differences still exist. For one thing, every country has its own immigration and travel policies; for another, visas vary depending on the purpose of travel. There are over 50 participating and partner countries in the EMJMD program. it is not the focus of this article to cover visa application steps and requirement for each country in full detail.
To apply for a student visa to any country, contact the country’s embassy or consulate in your country. You can also do a Google search online. You will find every bit of information if you search deep enough.
The consortium of your program will guide you or even arrange visa on behalf of students in a joint degree once they have started the program. You may only need to acquire visa yourself when you first travel from your country to the first study destination.
To apply for this scholarship you must first find the program you want to take. To do this, go to the Erasmus Mundus catalogue. Scroll down to the search-from area and fill in the options to refine your search. Note that the country on this form does not mean your home country, but the country you want to study in. ECTs credits means the duration of study. 60 ECT credits means one year, and so on. The “years” field means the particular year you want to start your program. Fill in the options accordingly. Anytime you make a change, wait for the page to update. There will be a list of courses and consortiums displayed after each update. Click on anyone to read the full details for that course and see further steps for application.
In this section of the article is a complete list of all masters programs available under the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees program. These programs are offered by a range of universities in at least two countries. The universities that offer a particular EMJMD course(s) in any country are mostly the members of a consortium. A consortium in this context is an organization comprising of two or more universities. A consortium represents the individual universities. Candidates will have to apply through the consortium, not the individual universities.
Each consortium has its own criteria and requirements. You must meet the requirement or criteria before you can qualify for an EMJMD scholarship. After your application the consortium will get back to you with message regarding the status of your application. You will know if you have been awarded a scholarship, placed on the waiting list, or rejected.
We have pulled a list of consortiums with the courses they support and the universities under them. Each item in the list will have some details. Go through this list carefully to find the course you are interested in. note that to know everything about the application the requirement, application deadlines etc. you are advised to go to the consortium’s website. Clicking on a program on this list should take you directly to the portal.
As of September 25th 2019 there are 109 consortiums under EMJMD. Not all are open for the 2020 intake. We have limited this list to the consortiums that will admit applicants in 2020, according to EMJMD database. Applications will be closed for some of these programs, but most will soon open. You are advised to check on the portal from time to time so you know when they start to accept applications.
MASTER DEGREE IN URBAN STUDIES (4CITIES+):
it is a two-year master’s degree in urban studies, jointly managed by six universities in four cities namely: Brussels in Belgium, Vienna in Austria, Madrid in Spain, and Copenhagen in Denmark. For students applying for scholarship, application will start in October 2019 and end 15th January, 2020. For self-paying students application starts on 16th January, 2020 and end on 15th March, 2020.
MASTER DEGREE IN AQUACULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND SOCIETY:
the program is organized by four universities in Greece, Scotland, France and the Netherlands plus more than 21 international partners. It is a two-year program. Application closes on 14th February 2020, and interview will hold from 11 – 13th march 2020. Self-sponsored students must submit application by 31 July 2020.
MA ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT IN SOCIAL WORK:
for this course, students will visit at least five EU countries over the 2 year program in three semesters. The first semester will be at the Lincoln University in the US. The second semester will be done at the University of Aalborg in Denmark, and the third semester at the School of Social and Political Sciences in Lisbon, Portugal. Application closes on October 15th 2019.
MASTER’S IN AGRICULTURAL, FOOD AND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ANALYSIS:
this will be a double degree from tow renowned universities in Europe. The application platform is open between October 1st, 2019 and January 31st, 2020.
MASTER’S IN ARCHITECTURE LANDSCAPE ARCHAEOLOGY:
this is a two-year interdisciplinary course developed by a consortium of 4 institutions in Italy, Portugal and Greece. They are partnered with other universities, governmental and international agencies, Museums and archeological sites, and architectural professional offices. Applications are currently closed. It will reopen in 2020.
MASTER IN ARCHAEOLOGICAL MATERIALS SCIENCE:
Application is currently closed, to open soon. The program lasts for two years and is offered by a consortium of universities from three countries, France, Portugal and Italy.
MASTER IN BUILDING INFORMATION MODELLING: this is a two-year course, and the applications deadline is January 31, 2020 at 23:59 (UTC – Coordinated Universal Time). The consortium includes three higher education institutions in Portugal, Slovenia, and Italy. There are several other partner countries to choose from.
MASTER IN DIGITAL EARTH: this program is jointly offered by universities in three countries: France, Austria and Czech Republic. It is a two-year program
IM IN CENTRAL AND EAST EUROPEAN, RUSSIAN AND EURASIAN STUDIES: is a two-year master degree, delivered by the University of Glasgow (UoG), the University of Tartu (LU), and six universities located in Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union. Application will open on 1st October 2019.
INTERNATIONAL MASTER’S PROGRAMME ON CIRCULAR ECONOMY: this two-year program issued by the EU under its “Action Plan for the Circular Economy” aims to transform economies to a low-carbon and circular economy. The program will groom graduates who can think objectively and interdisciplinary to analyze and model the dangers of atmospheric changes in the biosphere, and make efforts to address the impact of humanity’s actions on the environment while increasing access to resources. Applications will open in October 2019. Candidates will undergo joint program between universities in Austria, Sweden, Netherland, Norway, Australia, China and Japan.
CULTURES LITTÉRAIRES EUROPÉENNES: this program is intended to perfect student’s mastery of literature strengthen their personal development thereby increasing their chances of employment. It will train students for a master’s degree in European Literary Cultures – CLE. It will be completed in two years among eight institutions in Italy, France, Portugal, Senegal, Russia, and India. Application is currently closed, but will soon open.
INTERNATIONAL MASTERS IN CHILDREN’S LITERATURE, MEDIA & CULTURE: the program trains candidates in the analysis of children’s and adult texts like picture-books, life-writing, cross-over texts, fan fiction, etc. and the acquisition of practical literature skills like translation, writing, reviewing and editing. It will also help students to master literary practices in a variety of cultural contexts. The program is jointly run by universities in Scotland, Denmark, Spain, Netherlands, and Poland. Application is closed at the moment. Candidates are advised to keep checking on the portal as applications will soon be open.
CHEMICAL NANO-ENGINEERING: it is a two-year program in the emerging multidisciplinary field of nano-engineering with a great focus on chemistry and modeling of nano-objects. The graduate will attain double competence, experimental and numerical, in design, synthesis, and application of nano-systems. It is jointly offered by a consortium of three universities in France, Poland and Italy. Applications will start on 1st Nov., 2019 and end on 16th February, 2020.
MSc & MA IN DIGITAL COMMUNICATION LEADERSHIP: this course explores the field of digital communication for a multidisciplinary and international point of view by combining advanced academic discussion with practical knowledge and skills. it promotes the non-techno-deterministic, social and moral dimensions to digital communication for future experts. It’s main focus is to train candidates to become critical and constructive experts of digital communication. Program is run by the university of California, Ghana Telecom University College, Universidade Federal do Recôncavo da Bahia, Universidade Federal do, Queensland University of Technology, Journalism School at Fudan University (J-School), and the University of Wageningen. Application deadline is 5th Dec. 2019.
MASTER DEGREE IN DOCUMENTARY FILM DIRECTING: three countries participate in this two-year program. Candidates will move from Lisbon to Budapest and to Brussels, then return to one of these sites for the final semester. The consortium is made of the University of Theatre and Film Arts (Budapest, Hungary), Universidade Lusófona (Lisbon, Portugal) and LUCA – School of Arts (Brussels, Belgium). Application will open in October 2019.
MASTER’S IN DYNAMICS OF CULTURAL LANDSCAPE, HERITAGE, MEMORY AND CONFLICTUALITIES: four countries participate in this two-year program to train experts and managers on conservation, sustainable exploitation, valorization and numerical mediation of heritage and cultural landscapes. Graduates will understand the complexity of heritage issues like conflict of interest, overexploitation of cultural societies, war, etc. the consortium of universities include: University Jean Monnet (France), the Polytechnic Institute of Tomar (Portugal), University Babes Bolyai (Romania), and University Federico II (Italy) for semesters 1, 2, 3 and 4 respectively. The website of this consortium is not in English so you may have to use Google-translate.
EXCELLENCE IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY: four countries are participants in this 24-month program in analytical chemistry. Graduates will be prepared to work a wide range of industries including food, pharmaceutical, material and energy industries. They can also work in chemical analysis laboratories worldwide. They will acquire knowledge and skill in both fundamental and applied aspects of modern analytical chemistry. Upon completion, graduates will have an enterprising and innovation orientation capable of both finding and creating jobs. Participating universities are located in Estonia, Sweden, France and Finland. Application is closed for now.
TECHNOLOGY FOR TRANSLATING AND INTERPRETING: the course is intended to produce specialists in translation and interpretation with full understanding of the latest applications to support these tasks, and also to be future developers of such applications. It is offered by a consortium of universities in three countries, the UK, Spain and Bulgaria. Application is currently closed.
EUROPEAN MASTER IN ANIMAL BREEDING AND GENETICS : this is another two-year course jointly offered by universities in six countries to ensure excellence in teaching and research in animal breeding and genetics. The universities are located in Austria, the Netherlands, France, Sweden, Norway and Germany. Application deadline is Oct 2019 to Dec 2019 Jan 2020.
MASTER IN RESOURCES ENGINEERING: this course is designed to address shortage of skill in the field of raw materials. Application is currently not ongoing. Participating countries include: Belgium, France, Sweden and Germany. The course will last for two years.
MASTER’S IN INNOVATIVE MICROWAVE ELECTRONICS AND OPTICS: there are four participating countries in this program for training research experts to work in labs and other industries. The program is coordinated by a consortium of the university of Limoges in France, university of Bresca in Italy, Aston University in the UK, University of Basque Country in Spain, and University of Cluj-Napoca in Romania. Application is currently closed.
EUROPEAN MASTER IN LEXICOGRAPHY: eight countries cooperate to promote the international and interdisciplinary training of lexicographers by teaching lexicographical theories at advanced levels with applications in creating online or printed dictionaries. The two year program is offered by a consortium of over eight universities in Europe and other countries.
MASTER NANOSCIENCE AND NANOTECHNOLOGY: it is a two-year program by five participating countries in a number of universities in Sweden, Belgium, Germany, France and Spain. The course offers top-quality and multidisciplinary education in nanoscience and nanotechnology, plus specialization in one of nine areas including: nanomaterials, nanochemistry, organic and molecular electronics, nanoelectronics, quantum engineering, quantum computing, biophysics, nanobiotechnology and nanopharmacology.
MASTER PROGRAM IN PLANT BREEDING: the course is a two year training of excellence to produce highly skilled plant breeders by combining science of agronomy, conventional breeding techniques, genetics, crop science, biotech, bioinformatics and big data. It also includes management and legal knowledge like intellectual property rights, project management and accounting, plus intercultural competence and language skills.
MASTER IN TOURISM MANAGEMENT: it is offered by a consortium of universities in three countries, this course is intended to give students a thorough knowledge and understanding of issues in contemporary tourism management. It aims to groom them careers in international consultancy, innovative entrepreneurs, government and public administration, tourism business managers, etc. it is a two-year program carried out in Spain, Denmark and Slovenia.
MASTER IN HEALTH ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT: it is a program by four countries including Netherlands, Austria, Italy and Norway. The course lasts for two years and will give students access to a full array of health systems and reforms virtually spanning almost every model in the world.
Master’s in Society, Politics and Culture in an integrated interdisciplinary course that studies the origins and impact of social, cultural and religious dispositions, conflicts and exchange in and on today’s multi-cultural societies in Europe. It is jointly offered by a number of universities in 12 European countries that lasts for two years.
MASTER’S IN EUROPHOTONICS: the course provides a broad multidisciplinary education in Photonics. Graduates will have broad competence on core subjects with a specialization in different domains corresponding to the main applications of Photonics in research and in industry. Universities in France, Germany, Spain, and Finland jointly offer the degree.
FAME MASTER’S: the FAME Master is a two-year international Master degree in partnership with seven European universities: Aveiro in Portugal, Bordeaux and Grenoble Institute of Technology in France, Augsburg and Darmstadt in Germany, Liège and Louvain-la-neuve in Belgium.
FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT: is a course that takes a holistic integrated approach to managing flood risks has been reflected in the Flood Directive of the European Parliament. It is explicitly designed to cover a wide range of topics – from drivers and natural processes to models, decisions and socio-economic consequences and institutional environment, and is therefore an important advance in water education for Europe. It is a two-year course.
EDUCATION POLICIES FOR GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT: this course provides training in the area of educational development research and international cooperation activities. It has the objective to produce a European know-how on education policies for development that potentially can benefit researchers and technical staff working in international aid agencies, governmental bodies, civil society organizations or consultancy firms operating in developed or developing countries. It is offered by a consortium of universities from Spain, UK, Germany and Cyprus.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING: the course trains people to apply and develop environmental technologies, with a strong focus on multidisciplinary and problem-based technology development. It offers a wide range of optional study fields in an international environment. The IMETE graduates will be qualified for a professional career in the private sector (environmental technological applications in different domains), research sector (applied research at universities or research institutions, or in-company research) and the public sector (consulting in local, regional and (inter)national administrations, defining and implementing environmental policy for sustainable development). It is closely coordinated by universities from Belgium, Netherlands, Prague and the Czech Republic and lasts for two years.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN FIRE SAFETY ENGINEERING: Master’s in Fire Safety Engineering FSE. The course teaches the application of FSE to improve the global level of fire safety to allow more freedom in architecture of complex buildings. The IMFSE program offers students the needed skills and knowledge to establish high-quality Performance-Based Designs in various settings. It is run by a consortium of universities in Belgium, Sweden and the UK and lasts for 24 months.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SOILS AND GLOBAL CHANGE: it is organized by four leading European universities in the field of soil sciences. The programme prepares students to the rapidly evolving demands of industry, public services and research on the sustainable use and management of soils in a changing environment. The IMSOGLO programme is jointly organized by the following partner universities: Ghent University (UGent), AarhusUniversity (AU), University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), and University of Göttingen (UGOE).
IMAGE PROCESSING AND COMPUTER VISION: this is a wo-years master’s program which graduates specialists in the field of Image Processing and Computer vision. They will be well prepared for becoming an engineer in many companies. IPCV offers theoretical and practical knowledge to form highly-qualified graduates in this field. Three partner universities, with internationally recognized experience in these domains developed this master course: Pazmany Peter Catholic University, Budapest, Hungary (PPCU); Semester 2: Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Spain (UAM) ; Semester 3: University of Bordeaux, France (UBx)
KINO EYES – THE EUROPEAN MOVIE MASTER: this course focuses on building skills for new career pathways and new opportunities to study the art and techniques of fiction filmmaking. The program is designed as a training and research endeavor that has as its core objective to promote activities of an educational, research and artistic nature, which exploit all domains of fiction film creation and production in an original manner. Consortium include Universidade Lusófona de Humanidades e Tecnologias, School of Arts, Communication and Information Technologies (Lisbon, Portugal), Edinburgh Napier University, School of Arts and Creative Industries (Edinburgh, United Kingdom) and Tallinn University, Baltic Film, Media, Arts and Communication School (Tallinn, Estonia).
EUROPEAN MSC IN MARINE ENVIRONMENT: this course is focused on the marine environment and its protection, conservation and valorization to train high quality graduates who can make a difference in marine environment management. It is a full-time 24-month course through 3 partner universities, (UBx-EHU-SOTON; UBx-EHU-ULg; SOTON-EHU-ULg).
RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN HIGHER EDUCATION: MARIHE trains students to be change agents that can take the lead in developing these institutions, can critically assess and employ managerial instruments and can turn policy advice into strategic management practice. Graduates of MARIHE are equipped to work as managers, development experts, policy makers, analysts, researchers and consultants in HE, research and innovation institutions, as well as for private companies, in public administration, international organizations and NGOs. The two-year course is run by a consortium of universities from Austria, Finland, Germany, Hungary, China and India.
MASTER IN MATERIALS SCIENCE FOR ENERGY APPLICATIONS & USING LARGE SCALE FACILITIES: this is a two-year European Master course in Materials Science, entirely taught in English by a consortium of 6 highly recognized European Universities in France, Italy, Germany, Poland and others. The joint program covers fundamentals of Materials (chemistry and physics of solid state), advanced experimental techniques and specialization in energy related applications (energy conversion, storage and efficiency, nanomaterials, geomaterials, smart materials).
LEADING INTERNATIONAL VACCINOLOGY EDUCATION (LIVE +): it is a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences with socio-economic sciences and humanities, delivering in two years. Emphasis is on employability of the graduated international students and is intended to train the next generation of vaccinologists to fill a gap in global post-graduate formation. LIVE is jointly delivered by 5 leading European Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), namely Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 and Université Jean Monnet Saint-Etienne (FR), Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and Universitat de Barcelona (ES), and University of Antwerp (BE).
MASTER’S EUROPHILOSOPHY: the joint Master’s program offers a high-performance French/German bilingual course in philosophy over two years in the fields of French and German phenomenology, classical and contemporary German philosophy and contemporary French philosophy. It prepares students for both university research as well as intellectual intervention in the social and political domains of society, the theory of artistic practice, feminist and decolonial thought and the ethics of care.
MASTER’S PETeL EMJMD: focuses on Play, Education, Toys and Language (hereinafter PETaL). [The University of Cordoba (Spain), the Polytechnic Institute of Lisbon (Portugal) and Marmara University (Turkey)] on a unique framework for the delivery of an EMJMD programme. It offers both European and international students the chance to develop a unique portfolio of skills and knowledge and designed to intertwine pedagogical aspects with culture in order to emphasize the importance of culture in the practices of game and play.
ERASMUS MUNDUS JOINT MASTER DEGREE IN EMERGENCY AND CRITICAL CARE NURSING: it is a course offered by four leading universities in the nursing and midwifery field (The University of Oviedo, Spain; the University of Algarve, Portugal; the Polytechnic Institute of Santarém, Portugal and Edinburgh Napier University, United Kingdom).
JOINT MASTER´S DEGREE PROGRAMME IN INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN ACTION: it is a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary postgraduate programme that provides high-quality academic education and professional competences for people working or intending to work in the area of humanitarian action. The programme aims to professionalise humanitarian work, promote excellence in European education and seek innovation through exchange and partnership in humanitarian action. It is delivered by eight European universities in collaboration with associated partner universities and organisations. The course lasts for two years.
MASTER OF URBAN CLIMATE AND SUSTAINABILITY: it is intended to produce high calibre graduates with skills and knowledge to understand, assess and manage climate resilience in cities. MUrCS will integrate three subject-specific streams (Planning, Management and Science – both adaptation and mitigation) in a problem-oriented environment. A two-year jointly developed curriculum by the Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU), UK, Lahti University of Applied Sciences (LAMK), Finland and University of Huelva (UHU), Spain. Graduates will gain critical understanding of the complexity of urban sustainability and the need for local action to combat climate change. They will develop intellectual and practical skills as well as the ability to use tools for the collection, analysis and interpretation of data related to urban climate change and sustainability.
MASTER’S PROGRAM IN PUBLIC POLICY – MUNDUS MAPP: Mundus MAPP equips graduates with the conceptual knowledge and hard skills that are necessary for understanding and decisively intervening in contemporary transnational policy problems, from climate change to international terrorism or financial regulatory failure. It provides a detailed and systematic understanding of how political institutions, processes and public policies operate and interact from the global political economy through to national and local levels with a direct focus on European engagements at these levels of governance. Four leading European universities joined forces to deliver Mundus MAPP: Central European University in Budapest (Hungary), Institut Barcelona d’Estudis Internacionals (Spain), the International Institute of Social Studies of Erasmus University in the Hague (Netherlands), and the University of York (UK).
MIGRATIONS TRANSNATIONALES: MITRA is a bi-lingual interdisciplinary MA programme in Social Sciences meant to respond to the acute needs of expertise triggered by contemporary migration processes. Seven universities jointly offer the course in two years. MITRA prepares researchers specialized in migrations, analysts of public policy on migration and integration, and intercultural mediators leading projects in the associative sector.
EUROPEAN MASTER IN SOCIAL WORK WITH FAMILIES AND CHILDREN: the course specializes in preparing professionals to work with vulnerable and marginalized children and families, focusing particularly on the challenges faced by children and families from migration and the forced movements of people. It is a 2 year programme developed by the Partner Universities in 4 countries; Lisbon University Institute (Lisbon, Portugal), the University of Stavanger (Stavanger, Norway), the University of Gothenburg (Gothenburg, Sweden) and Makerere University (Kampala, Uganda).
MASTERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES, POLICY, AND MANAGEMENT: the course prepares students for solving complex environmental sustainability problems, especially in an international context. It offers a comprehensive multi- and inter-disciplinary curriculum that challenges students’ ability to integrate theory and practice for rigorous analysis and effective management of environmental and sustainability issues in various social settings. It is offered by six leading Universities from Europe, USA and Canada in two years.
MATERIALS FOR ENERGY STORAGE AND CONVERSION: it is a 2-year programme in Materials Science and Electrochemistry, fully taught in English, involving 5 Universities in 4 European countries. Core courses include the fundamentals of electrochemistry, materials science, solid state chemistry and energy storage, materials technology and processing, energy conversion, conducting polymers, synthesis of nano-materials.
PHOTONIC INTEGRATED CIRCUITS, SENSORS AND NETWORKS : the Photonic Integrated Circuits, Sensors and NETworks (PIXNET) EMJMD is a two-year program aimed at training students to become capable of designing, realizing and assessing innovative integrated devices based on photonic technologies. It is an inter-disciplinary, multi-national initiative to train young telecommunication and electrical engineers to investigate the adoption of Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) as the central element in the evolution of information and communication devices.
MASTER IN SMART SYSTEMS INTEGRATION: it is new Joint International Master in Smart Systems Integration (SSI+)qualified graduates in the field of Smart systems, integrated from microsystems and microelectronics, combine data processing with multi-modal sensing, actuation and communication. it is taught by a consortium of three reputable institutions, namely Heriot-Watt University (HWU, UK), University College of Southeast Norway (HSN, Norway) and Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME, Hungary).
SMART TELECOM AND SENSING NETWORKS: The Smart Telecom and Sensing Networks (SMARTNET) EMJMD is a two-year joint master degree program with the mission to provide unique training opportunities to a cohort of talented young engineers and scientist in the inter-disciplinary fields of photonic and 5G wireless technologies for data communication, sensing and big data processing. The program is offered by universities in USA, UK, France and Greece.
INTERNATIONAL MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SUSTAINABLE AND INNOVATIVE NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: this course educates a new range of professionals focused on developing technology and engineering and re-inventing the value chain to make it more sustainable. SINReM gives students a broad view on the entire value chain in its different aspects. They learn about the different (technological) options for optimizing flows of natural resources in the different parts of the chain, ranging from resource exploration over sustainable materials use and use of resources in production processes to recovery/recycling of resources from end-of-life products. SINReM graduates have an entrepreneurial mind-set, a multidisciplinary view and creative innovative problem-based technology development skills. it is a two-year program jointly taught by a consortium of 3 leading Higher Education Institutes: Ghent University (Belgium), University of Uppsala (Sweden), and TU Bergakademie Freiberg (Germany).
MASTER’S PROGRAMME IN SECURITY AND CLOUD COMPUTING: it is a two-year engineering programme which gives students a broad understanding of the latest and future technologies for secure cloud and mobile computing systems. students will gain both practical engineering knowledge and theoretical insights into secure systems engineering, distributed application development, network and service architectures, and cloud and mobile platforms. SECCLO focuses on two specific aspects of modern computing systems: cloud computing, and information security. graduates are well trained for international industrial R&D jobs, security engineering and consulting, various expert roles, and doctoral studies at the partner universities and internationally. Participating universities arelocated in finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Estonia and France in addition to others
THE SARENA SAFE AND RELIABLE NUCLEAR APPLICATIONS PROGRAMME is an innovative program which combines Global knowledge and skills in nuclear physics and chemistry, Strong knowledge and skills in nuclear engineering, nuclear waste management, dismantlement and decommissioning, Practical experience in reactor operation and safety, Practice in state-of-the-art installations. It is jointly taught in English by four European universities.
MASTER IN OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY: the Master in Offshore Renewable Energy is tailored to meet companies’ needs in the area of Offshore Renewable Energy, and will have an international orientation underpinned by the direct participation, as Associate Partners, of world-renowned Research Centres, SMEs, and Large enterprises within industry (more than 30 Associate Partners involved) the program runs full-time in 24 months and is jointly offered by three renowned institutions in Europe.
MODELS AND METHODS OF QUANTITATIVE ECONOMICS (QEM): Is a 24-month course jointly offered by universities in Spain, Belgium, France, Italy and Poland. The programme aims to enable excellent graduates to successfully deal with complex economic problems across international and cultural boundaries and offers two orientations of high-level researchers in economics, and economic engineers with competences in bridging research and practical issues, identifying problems and proposing relevant solutions.
EUROPEAN MASTER DEGREE IN PLANT HEALTH IN SUSTAINABLE CROPPING SYSTEMS: the Joint Master degree Plant Health “Plant Health in Sustainable Cropping Systems” is proposed by four European countries (France, Germany, Italy and Spain) and represents a fully integrated, globally competitive programme with the objective to educate students to be able to master new developments and technologies in plant health management. The consortium includes 6 HEIs. The program guarantees the employability for the students, as well as an increased sense of initiative, entrepreneurship and self-esteem.
INTERNATIONAL MASTER ON WINE TOURISM INNOVATION (WINTOUR) offers a truly integrated study program that combines the expertise in Tourism and Oenology of three universities (University Rovira i Virgili (Spain), University of Bordeaux (France) and University of Porto (Portugal)). These universities are located in highly attractive touristic areas, recognised with the label of human heritage by UNESCO. The program will be completed in two years.
MASTER’S IN WATER AND COASTAL MANAGEMENT (WACOMA) is a two-year (120 ECTS) international, innovative, and methodologically diversified master degree, entirely taught in English and jointly designed and implemented by three EU Universities (Bologna, Algarve and Cadiz) in collaboration with 1 Programme Country HEI from Ireland, 6 Partner Countries HEIs from Brazil, Cuba and Russia, and 11 international non-academic Partners, including public bodies, research centers and enterprises.
MASTER OF TRIBOLOGY: Tribology is the science of interacting surfaces in relative motion. These interactions take place between surfaces of materials, and so control friction, wear and lubrication behavior. Understanding the nature of these interactions on the macro, micro and nano scales and solving the technological problems associated with interfacial phenomena are the very essence of tribology. There are four universities overseeing the program.
EMJMD TPTI gives training in industrial heritage, the expert assessment of historical technical environments, the institutionalization of technical knowledge, and the management of technical landscapes. The program is intended for historians, architects and other professions related to culture, economists, and managers specialized in cultural heritage. The program is covered in two years and taught in English and French.
MASTER’S TOURISM DEVELOPMENT AND CULTURE: This is a two-year master degree, delivered by The University of Glasgow (UoG), Lund University (LU), The University of Malta (UM), and the University Institute Lisbon (IUL). There will be opportunities for students to undertake a work placement, giving them some practical experiences to complement their academic studies. Students are introduced to aspects of cultural tourism including research methods, cities, niche cultural tourism, policy and marketing, giving insights into cultural products and different cultural practices and much more. Students are encouraged to develop a critical and analytical approach to tourism, its impacts and development, bearing in mind aspects of sustainability and ethics.
TEMA+ EUROPEAN TERRITORIES, HERITAGE AND DEVELOPMENT: During the four semesters, students will learn about the theory and practices of cultural heritage, the history of its institutionalization in Europe and in the respective partner countries, complemented by courses on nationalism, immigration, comparative historiography and digital heritage.
SUSTAINABLE TROPICAL FORESTRY ERASMUS MUNDUS JOINT MASTER DEGREE (SUTROFOR EMJMD) is a two-year world-class programme aimed at preparing qualified graduates to deal with the huge challenges of contemporary tropical forestry. The programme is offered by a five-university consortium over a period of two years.
MASTERS COURSE IN SUSTAINABLE FOREST AND NATURE MANAGEMENT: is aimed at preparing graduates qualified to cope with the huge challenges in contemporary forest and nature management while also enabling them to adapt to future, yet unknown, issues. The programme is offered by a five university consortium in Europe. It will be covered in 24 months.
As noted earlier, you should visit the website of any consortium to find the requirements, application guide, criteria and other information critical to your chances of being accepted.
Good luck.
Published Date : September 30, 2019
Categories : Blog Entry
Looking for technology skills you need to succeed in the market place today? After School Africa brings you the top 20 technology skills you need today and where to learn these skill for free or at affordable fees.
Over the last 100 years, the world has witnessed revolutionary transformation and turn around in the way things are done. This was largely through the technological advancement that was witnessed over time in every facet of human endeavor.
The future and the world we live in now is solely at the mercy of Technology. The truth of the matter is that Technology has played a key role in the turnaround of events in this century. This means Technology needs to be embraced more and we need to leverage on the power of Tech as a tool to advance our lives in future both at an individual and collective level.
Technology has influenced so many aspects of our lives already and it is expedient that we prepare and position ourselves for the future by learning new skills that will be relevant to the future.
The business world is one key area that has been influenced drastically by Tech. Over the past few decades, the process and ways of working changed compared to years past.
Whew, so in essence, the power of technology cannot be overemphasized. Technology really has made the world a smaller place and even more accessible.
So what is the future of jobs?
Technology is already here. With the wide spread advancement witnessed in technology and automation, there are certain jobs that will be obsolete in the near future. For example, Robots are used to build cars and even pack online orders. This means that the number of human beings needed in that area will reduce drastically and if we don’t position themselves to learning the future skills, we might become frustrated with how nobody will be needing our services. Chatbots have also been developed over time to help with credit card balance. This also means that humans might not be needed in the banking sector in near future. The list is endless.
Many jobs will really change and some will totally become obsolete. A research recently conducted by McKinsey revealed that Artificial intelligence and machine learning will be more prevalent in all works of life. All jobs will be affected by this radical and rapid change that will sweep over every job.
Over 50% of the jobs we see today will shrink- they will not necessarily disappear but they will seem irrelevant as a result of the exploits of Artificial intelligence and machine Learning. Those that will stand the test of time are those who leverage on the power of tech and re-position themselves for this change. We are caught up in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
The world experienced a radical transition from rural to industrialized urban centers during the first revolution. In the second revolution we saw mass production, again the third was characterized by a digital revolution.
We are now at the core of a fourth one that has an effect on how technology is integrating into our lives as a whole. The emergence of Nanotechnology, Robotics and Artificial Intelligence are key components of this fourth revolution. So far it has eased the way things are done. With the rate things are going, the future jobs will be centered upon the foundation of these key components.
This therefore means that Robotics and Artificial intelligence will displace so many jobs today. It has started already and it will not stop.
As a matter of fact, the rate at which jobs will be displaced is increasing in an exponential order as the day goes by. Different kinds of office jobs will be displaced by Technology.
Even the medical profession which is a very specialised area will not be spared by this technological revolution. Surgery operating processes and systems will be replaced by highly sophisticated automated robotics. Artificial intelligence will be used to detect cancer and other diseases will be diagnosed without needing a needing a doctor. The fact is that these technologies can detect things faster and better than the normal human eye.
Technology and Robotics will replace Cashiers, cab and truck drivers, retail sales representatives and factory workers. There is already the manufacturing of driverless cars run. Many of the jobs we have today will be automated and so many workers will run out of job. This will be the doorway for learning new skills. The only way out will be to flow with the technological advancement and learn relevant skills in that line. The educational sector will also need to revisit the content of the curriculum taught at every level because so many topics and subjects been taught will be irrelevant to this fourth revolution.
There will be so many opportunities for those who are tech-oriented with skills related to Robotics, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. The good news however is that the jobs of the future will require little academic achievement and more creativity/problem solving skills. A fifteen year old today can expect to have up to 17 different jobs in five different industries.
It goes without saying that a lot of people’s perception about technology needs to change because it will be a major driver for future jobs.
Let us take a walk towards the change that occurred in the job market over the course of 20 years. Between the year 2000-2010, the top jobs include:
Technological advancement placed a demand on the people to learn new skills that are tech related. As the demand for most of the jobs listed above slashed drastically.
A lot happened in the job market between 2015-2019. The emergence of digital technologies birthed so many hi-tech jobs such as
These jobs were not in existence decades ago but became the top hi-tech jobs in our modern times. From the fore going analysis, you will agree with me that in the next 10 years, the job market will also witness a rapid transformation and only those who will take advantage of the drivers of the future (Data, codified money, Robots and Humanoids will stand the test of time
| STABLE ROLES | FUTURE JOBS | DEAD JOBS |
| Chemical Processing Plant operators | Organizational Development specialist | Financial analysts |
| Managing Directors and CEOs | Data Analysts and Scientists | Business Services and Administrators |
| General Manager Operational Manager | Artificial intelligence Machine Learning Specialist | Accounting, Book Keeping Payroll Clerks |
| University and Higher Education Teachers | People and Culture specialist | News and street Vendors Lawyers |
| Human Resource Specialists | Sales and Marketing Professionals | Business services and Administration managers |
It is no longer news again that the season of automation apocalypse is closer than we ever imagined. The advent of technology led to the creation of new jobs and the death of many human jobs. So many people are afraid thinking that automation will lead them to joblessness and this is not the case. Jobs will not totally vanish into thin air but they will be redefined. The only set of people who will suffer are those who lack the required skills for the new set of roles that will emerge as a result of automation.
Experts in the field of futuristic analysis while trying to analyze the effects Robots and Technology will have on future jobs disclosed that the set of jobs that will be affected are jobs at the routine level. Jobs like Telemarketing and Tax Preparation fall into this category. Tasks associated to the legal profession such as legal assistants, law, paralegals will be computerized in the next 20 years. Flippy Robots, and AI-kitchen assistants will replace fast food cooks. This has started happening in most parts of the world
One of the top most futurists in the world, Ford classified the jobs that will stand the test of time into three basic categories.
The first category involves jobs that require “Human Creativity”. This requires potent human intelligence such as being a scientist, artist, innovating new business models and strategies. Currently when it comes to Creativity, Humans are the best at it. Although I thought if this fact will still be valid in some 20 years’ time. Because there are currently computers that can paint original art works as though it was done by a human. The power of technology cannot be underestimated you know.
The second category of jobs that will stand the test of time are those that require people’s skill, that is, jobs that involve interacting with people such as nurses, teachers, e.t.c
The third category are human jobs that are unpredictable such as plumbers that will be needed to go to different locations to fix pipes. Others include repairers, installers, healthcare social workers, recreational therapists. etc
The role technology plays in changing the working world cannot be underestimated. I believe personally that the 2020s will be characterized by so much redeployment of skills. The theory of indispensability of human beings has been proven wrong by the rate at which machines replace humans in different job category doing tasks we never imagined could be done.
With the turnaround of events in the job market, one cannot say exactly what the future holds. The best one can do is a scientific and educated guess based on current and past trends. This will further position one to prepare for the future jobs. One thing to note is that change will keep happening no matter what. All the whole ends of the Earth will experience environmental, cultural, economic, social and technological changes. A large host of these changes can be predicted or foreseen (like climate change) while many can’t be predicted. Many changes will arise without prior warning or notice and this will lead to much more discoveries for the betterment of humanity at large.
Talking about the future of Jobs will require a level of understanding and an interplay of various factors that come to play. It is an established fact already that many of the jobs of the future will spring forth from the present day technological and scientific advances. Recent findings have revealed that most of the future jobs are not in existence yet and as a matter of fact, a lot of them have not even been imagined yet. In one of the statistics given by a group of Futurists, over three-thirds of today’s pre-kindergarten pupils will be involved in jobs that are not currently in existence now.
A large host of today’s jobs will still be in existence in the future but in a more refined form as they will be caught up by the revolutionary change that will sweep across the job market. Many of the jobs will transit into something entirely new
Below are some careers and jobs that may be the drivers of the future:
In the near future, the source of power supply will shift from electricity to solar energy. Solar energy will be the major source of power and as such there will be high demand of Solar Energy Experts
In the near future, the number of aged persons will increase exponentially. As such there will be a high demand of Registered Nurses to take care of these aged person. Registered Nurses cannot get out of job. They will be needed more.
Mobile app and software developers will be in high demand also in the near future. Without these software developers, automation, robotics, computer and mobile devices will be useless. It is the sole responsibility of these developers to come up with sophisticated commands that run the hardware. Mobile App management will be one of the best careers in the near future. You might want to consider going into this area
Data will be one of the major drivers of the future. The smooth running of every sector is dependent on the quality and quantity of data at their disposal. There is so much that can be done with data collection. It can help organizations build their email list and come up with products that their audience needs. In the near future, professional data analysts will be in high demand as firms will need their services in interpreting past and current trends and forecast future possibilities
In the near future, a large chunk of the products that will be available are purely digital products. Websites owners will need engaging contents that will draw the required amount of traffic to their site that will eventually translate to sales. Content Creators will be in hot demand
The world will experience an outbreak of cyberattacks in the near future due to the transit of the world to an era of information Technology. Almost all activities will be computer dependent as such it will be a breeding ground for hackers. The activities of the unscrupulous elements will skyrocket and they will serve as a threat to many databases. This will be a big threat to the cyber world unless there are analysts and specialist in the area of Cybersecurity to help protect the networks and IT systems of government agencies and organizations. Cybersecurity Specialists will be in high demand in the near future. This will be one of the top jobs of the future.
This is one of the best careers to get into if you want to live a life of impact in the years to come. Biomedical Engineers are needed in come up with top notch research and development geared at providing artificial organs, sophisticated medical devices, biological implants and a host of activities. It has been estimated that over 20,000 jobs will be available in this field over the next decades and beyond.
If you want to be involved in developing some of the most advanced technologies, then this is one career you should consider going into. Mechanical engineering technicians are involved in testing and designing automation equipment, robots, energy devices, 3-D printing machines. Between 2019-2030, about 300,000 jobs will be available in this area. Mechanical Engineering Specialists will be in high demand.
Just the same way Mechanical Engineering Specialists will be in high demand, Electronics Engineering Specialists will also be highly sought after. They will also be needed to evaluate, test and design technologies. These specialists will take advantage of the latest technologies to build more complex electronic circuits that will stand the test of time. They will be involved in developing better computers, handheld medical devices, communication gadgets and even self-driving cars. From 2019-2030, there will be need of over 70,000 computer hardware engineers, 100,000 electronic engineers and over 200, 000 electronic engineering technicians.
Codified money(cryptocurrency) is one of the major drivers of the future. In the years to come the cryptocurrency called Bitcoin will gain more ground. The Blockchain Technology is responsible for distributing cryptographic ledger that has the potency of making economic transactions faster decentralized and more private. Major world giants will accept Bitcoin as an official medium of transaction and Blockchain developers will be in high demand.
As the world is going Global and digital, it will get to a point where there will be difficulty in maintaining our privacy. It will become more complex because augmented reality technologies and facial recognition will be the order of the day. It will get to a point where it will be somewhat difficult to go out without everyone automatically knowing some certain vital information about your age, marital status and personal details. Therefore specialists who can help people protect their privacy will be in high demand helping them to benefit from social media and other technologies without missing out in any available opportunity.
In the years to come, there will be robots almost everywhere (in schools, homes, public places, on the street, just everywhere). These sophisticated robots will be needed to make activities more efficient aiding in activities such as cleaning, lawn maintenance, cooking and washing. Being machines, they might not work to the degree to which they ought to. As such there will be need for Robot service technicians to repair or reprogram robots that go haywire or cease to function. Robot technicians will be a household name just like plumbers, electricians and skilled trade persons.
New innovations have been developed from manipulating matter at the molecular level. Futurists have predicted that in the near future, self-replicating nano structures will be used in the construction of nano robots that will be inserted it into the immune system of humans to boast in fighting against foreign disease. As this technology gain ascendency, there will be need for specialists in the area of Nanotechnology engineering to ensure that this innovation don’t pose a threat to the healthy wellbeing of humans. It has been estimated that there will be need for over 100,000 Nano technicians and engineers between 2019-2030.
From the fore going analysis we see that there is so much opportunities in the future. The only set of people who will benefit from this privileges and opportunities are those who are willing to study some more and learn these relevant skills that will make them qualified and highly sought after. In the coming years, only those who are Valuable will be relevant.
One of the biggest challenges that most people face in life is lack of adequate financial resources to pursue their dream course. To study some technological courses, one will have to apply for international universities abroad as most National universities are not accredited to take courses in line with Robotic engineering. This can be a limiting factor.
But the good news is that there are a lot of scholarships available nowadays for persons who are interested in studying tech related courses.
Are you passionate about studying Technology related courses but don’t have the finances? You have no cause to worry. There are many scholarship opportunities out there, I will discuss a few here and give you a link to many others
Klagenfurt University of Technology Masters Scholarships in Austria
The positive development of the regional labour market in the ICT sector has resulted in an increasing demand for skilled professionals.
The University of Klagenfurt is responding to this demand by training highly qualified specialists in the ICT sector and awarding the University of Klagenfurt Technology Scholarships, which aim at
In cooperation with the Carinthian Chamber of Commerce and Federation of Austrian Industries, scholarship holders will be supported in finding a paid internship in the first year of their Master’s degree programme. Scholarship holders shall be enabled to finance the second year of their Master’s degree programme with a paid internship, which is part of the curriculum. For more details about this scholarship click here
David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarships for African Students
The David Oyedepo Foundation offers full-tuition scholarship for African Students who have a sound academic background to study at the Landmark university and Covenant University for Undergraduate courses. The scholarship is a full package one as it covers accommodation, books and other major expenses. The aim of the scholarship is to help develop leadership characters in the candidates so that they will be agents of change in the ward. Successful candidates will have the privilege of either studying in Covenat University or Landmark University in Nigeria
The courses covered by the scholarship include: civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information And Communication Technology, Petroleum Engineering, Biotechnology. Candidates can apply for any of the courses listed above as special preference is given to Technology based courses.
Candidates from the following countries can apply: Chad, Ethiopia, Tunisia, Nigeria, Niger, Burkina Faso, Mauritania, Ghana, South Africa, Egypt, Mali, Tanzania, Togo, Sudan, Rwanda, Lesotho, Libya, Liberia, Kenya, Gambia. The scholarship is for a maximum of 5 years. For more details about this scholarship click here
Adobe Research Women-in-Technology Scholarship 2020 for Female Undergraduate Students in STEM Fields
To bring more gender diversity to the technology industry, Adobe is pleased to invite applications to the Adobe Research Women-in-Technology Scholarship. The Adobe Research Women-in-Technology Scholarship recognizes outstanding undergraduate female students anywhere in the world who are studying computer science.
This scholarship is intended for students studying computer science, computer engineering, or related technical fields.
Hack Reactor Coding Scholarship USA
If you are passionate about coding and wish to work in the information technology world, then this is for you. The Hack Reactor is a coding school that has raise over 10,000 experts scattered all over the world. The aim of the school is to raise software engineers who are willing to herald the technology revolution that is sweeping over the ages to come. They believe in a more sophisticated and equipped workforce technologically speaking. This scholarship is for all category of individual. For more information about this scholarship click here
Below are 20 top skills you need to consider learning to position yourself for a life of relevance and maximum satisfaction in the years to come.
This is a very important driver of the future. This is a hot tech skill that will be the core foundation of the future jobs. Researchers reveal that artificial intelligence will be used for automation and it will eliminate over 70 million jobs by 2040. The potential application of this skill ranges from programming, developments, testing, maintenance and support.
Courses on artificial intelligence
Machine learning is a combination of math, data science and software engineering. It is an extensive skill that needs to be learnt. It is a subset of Artificial intelligence and it involves computers using algorithms and data to make predictions without necessarily being programmed to do so.
This skill is a major driver of the future as its application is in advanced technologies such as robotics and self-driving cars. Research has shown that the demand for machine learning experts will increase by 70% by the end of 2020. An average AI Researcher earns nothing less than one million dollars annually while a machine learning Engineer makes nothing less than $200,000 annually.
Courses on Machine Learning
There are many resources available and courses online that you can take. Examples include:
This is another major skill of the future that needs to be learnt. In the years to come, the world will be driven by purely data and data scientists and analysts will be in high demand. Data science involves extracting trends, patterns, information and insights from data using principles of machine learning and algorithms. Data scientists will be needed in industries such as banking and finance, health care sector, government agencies and ministries e.t.c. the least a data scientists makes in a year is $250, 000
COURSES ON DATA SCIENCE
This is another top skill that will be a major driver for the future. They are solely responsible for constructing, installing, designing, maintaining and testing major systems for software, web and mobiles. The normal trend now is that all world organizations and companies are developing mobile apps. The rate at which mobile apps are developed is increasing exponentially on a daily basis. An average developer will earn nothing less than $200,000 in a year.
COURSES ON MOBILE/SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
Experts in this field are needed especially in these times where the activities of hackers is on high rampage. Between 2019-2025 over 100,000 cybersecurity experts will be needed to stop these hackers from hacking the data base of organizations and stealing personal information of customers. Anyone who learns this skill will be highly sought after in the near future. An average cybersecurity expert earns nothing less than $100,000 annually.
COURSES ON CYBERSECURITY
This is one major area that enhances the betterment of nature and humanity as a whole. Recent students reveal that experts in this field are not much and in 2020 the demand for VR/AR experts will increase exponentially by 30%. Learning this skill does not require much. A basic foundational knowledge on programming and coding is required.
Courses on Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality
This is another major driver of the future. The world is tending towards a cashless economy and cryptocurrency is the world’s future currency. Experts in this field will be in high demand from 2020 and beyond. A recent online jobs magazine revealed that block-chain related jobs are the second world’s fastest growing jobs.
COURSES ON BLOCK CHAIN TECHNOLOGY
The world of web development is one of the fastest growing in this 21st century. The demand for web developers will increase by 70% from 2020-2040. One of the fastest ways to learn web development is by joining a coding bootcamp.
COURSES ON WEB DEVELOPMENT
This is one of the topmost IT skills that will be in high demand from 2019 as all computer workloads will be done by clouding. The demand for cloud computing experts will increase exponentially. Learning this skill does not require much, taking some of the online courses listed below will give you an edge.
COURSES ON CLOUD COMPUTING
This is another topnotch tech skill that is in hot demand. There is a radical shift taking place in the world of digital marketing. Digital marketing experts are needed every now and then to come up with new ideas, innovations, concepts and strategies to market new products and increase the visibility of companies online.
COURSES ON DIGITAL MARKETING
Learning any development language such as Python, C++, or Java will make you a valuable and desirable person in the years to come. Learning a coding language is a big jackpot for you as there is a high demand for coding language experts. Coding is a major driver of the future and anyone with this skill can never run out of job.
COURSES ON CODING LANGUAGE
Devops engineers use scripting skills such as Maven, Ruby, Ant, Bash and Python to streamline and automate systems and processes already in existence. They are also responsible for maintaining and building tools for operations, deployment and monitoring systems. This is one of the rare skills that will become more pronounced un the future, as the world is tending towards automation, there will be a high demand of Devops Engineers
COURSES ON DEVOPS
This requires and engineering and software architectural design skill to manage cumbersome processes making use of technology to handle and analyze business problems. Solution architects will be in high demand between 2019-2030. Take this average and learn requisite skills that will position you towards becoming a professional solutions architect
Courses on Solutions Architect
This uses network hardware and operating systems combined with basic fundamental coding to modify computer systems for organizations, parastatals and agencies. Requires system analysis and design skills coupled with business, mathematical and communication skills.
Courses on system Engineers
UX Designers use HTML/CSS and JavaScript Skills to come up with unique website concepts and designs. They give the finishing touches to websites. They work hand in hand with web developers to come up with outstanding concepts for websites. They are also responsible for conducting usability tests and evaluating the success of a web design.
COURSES ON UX DESIGNER
They make use of VMware skills to provide technical support for both soft and hardware issues. They are responsible for configuring and operating client-based computer operating systems, responding to security issues and monitoring systems. They maintain and secure data backups, monitor and upgrade systems. They are also responsible for installing and Testing new system hardware.
COURSES ON SYSTEM ADMINISTRATORS
This uses coding and software skills to gather sales information and customer input information to test, design, redesign, implement and test complex software programs, software and application based on the needs of the user. The job duties of an application engineer include designing, developing, testing, upgrading existing software and also providing technical support to users.
COURSES ON APLLICATION ENGINEERING
This uses statistical analysis, predictive modeling, text analysis experience skills and knowledge of Hadoop-based technologies to build systems that handle cumbersome data. They are involved in designing, developing, building, testing and maintaining architectures (databases and largescale data processing units and systems). They help find ways of developing high performance algorithms for data usage.
COURSES ON DATA ENGINEERING
They make use of software development and web technology skills to develop products from the scratch. They are also involved in conducting market research to identify new prospects for the future in terms of products. They are also responsible for setting the pricing system to be used and also developing the marketing strategies to be adopted.
COURSES ON PRODUCT MANAGEMENT
This uses Java development skills and knowledge of ORM and SQL Technologies to create user info system by developing and designing low-latency applications and high-volume applications. They are also solely responsible for determining and defining the needs of the users, developing and implementing possible solutions to the problem.
COURSES ON JAVA DEVELOPMENT
Published Date : September 29, 2019
Categories : Engineering, February, Masters Scholarships, PhD Scholarships, Scholarships in Asia, Sciences
The Deanship of Graduate Studies at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) is pleased toannounce that KFUPM provides full MS and PhD scholarships for distinguished graduate applicants who demonstrate high potential for conducting original research in the fields of Engineering, Sciences, and Business.
Application Deadline: 12th February 2020 (opening 27th Jan 2020)
Eligible Countries: Local and International
To be Taken at (Country): Saudi Arabia
About the Award: KFUPM has a very strong collaborative partnership on conducting innovative research with the following international institutions:
Centers for Research Excellence at KFUPM To provide extreme support for research in areas of excellence, KFUPM has established the National Centers for Research Excellence in the following areas:
The Research Institute
The Research Institute is the cornerstone of applied research activities at KFUPM, solving critical scientific and technical problems as well as working on turning knowledge into practice. More details are available on the website of the Research Institute at the link: http://www.kfupm.edu.sa/ri/
Research Groups at KFUPM
To provide special support for research in focused areas of interest to Saudi Arabia, KFUPM has established 13 Research Groups in Science and Engineering areas.
Type: Masters, PhD
Eligibility:
Selection Criteria:
Number of Awards:
Value of Award:
Duration of Award:
How to Apply: The online graduate admission application for the coming semester will be available according to the Online application Deadlines through the Online Application link
After submission of a complete online application, mandatory documents need to be uploaded before the Deadlines through the Upload System using the same Login ID and PIN created for the online application. Mandatory documents for an application (without which application will not be processed
Other supporting documents (needed for a final decision)
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Visit Award Webpage for Details
Published Date : September 23, 2019
Categories : Blog Entry, Scholarships in Canada
As an international student, studying in Canada is an excellent way of exposing yourself to greatness. Canada is one of the most reputable countries in the world that offers international students opportunities to study with the smallest fee possible.
That being said, it is important to let you know that Canada does not offer free tuition. However, you can school in Canada with reduced tuition fees with the steps we outlined in this content.
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Studying in Canada is a great alternative for you seeking affordable degrees as an international student. Canada offers low tuition fees to both foreign and national students.
In addition, you will study in an English (or French) Environment in a very developed country. The education system in Canada is renowned and comparable to countries such as the United Kingdom and the United States.
Many international students choose to study in Canada because of the low cost of tuition, the ease and convenience of life and the high reputation of universities.
Here are other great reasons why you should consider Canada as the best country to study in..
Benefit from a World-class Education
Five Canadian universities ranked in the top 100 of 2018 World universities according to the Times Higher Education World University Ranking.
Canadian universities and colleges are well recognised all over the world. Canada’s world-class colleges and universities offer more than 15,000 programs on hundreds of campuses. You will have the opportunity to study in some of the best post-secondary institutions in the world as well.
Canada’s education system promotes mainstream studies and development of transferable skills (e.g., criticism reflection, teamwork and communications) and uses advanced technologies and digital media.
Canada as one of the most reputable countries in the world, allows its students to study and work as well. So, you can make money while studying in Canada. But then, you might be considering if studying and working will affect your studies. Well, Canadian universities have arranged their programmes to favour those studying and working as well.
The Cost to Study and Live in Canada is Affordable
Canada is known for having some of the lowest university tuition fees among English-speaking countries. Whatever your budget may be, you’ll find something just right for you.
Possibility of Immigrating/Permanent Residency Options
Sometimes you enjoy being in a foreign country so much that you never want to leave. If you decide to love Canada enough to live in after your studies abroad, you may consider immigrating after graduating with at least one year of work experience.
Canadian immigration allows students to live in Canada up to three years after graduation, which is enough to search and find a job. Once you have a job, obtaining permanent resident status becomes easier if you are eligible.
Once you meet the minimum requirements, you can apply for a permanent residency visa. If your application is approved, you can live in Canada for the rest of your life, which will allow you to increase your wages and improve your lifestyle and facilities.
Beautiful and Lively Cities
Canada has beautiful and natural locations, much of which still remains untouched. This is where the country receives its nickname: The Great White North.
Much of Canada is, in fact, a vast expanse of desert and an exciting playground for outdoor enthusiasts. You can walk, climb mountains, ski or even visit a beach on the West or East Coast.
Although the north end can be quite cold, the southern provinces experience a milder climate that many find quite pleasant. If you prefer to mix with the population, you will probably enjoy the nightlife that the main cities of Canada offer to students.
Even campuses offer a multitude of activities, sports and clubs in which students can participate. In addition, you can discover the many culinary, musical and leisure activities that the cities offer.
A Safe Community
Canada is a safe, friendly country with a high standard of living. The low crime rate, the health benefits of students and universities focused on the safety of students make studying in Canada a good option for those who care about personal safety abroad. The Global Peace Index ranks Canada as one of the 10 safest countries in the world to visit.
Applying to any university in Canada can be competitive. This is because universities receive applications from more potential students than they can accept.
Also, programs may have quotas or limited enrolment and admissions committees use both objective and subjective elements of the application process to ascertain which students are most likely to succeed at the institution.
With the guide below, you can apply to any Canadian university successfully.
Please note: All the documents must be translated into either English or French by a certified translator and the original documents must also be included in your application.
A useful tip to know is that you must have health coverage while you study in Canada because you cannot qualify for public health care unless you are either a permanent resident or Canadian citizen.
If you are an international student, you will need to apply for a study permit before you come to Canada. This acts instead of a visa and can be requested through the website of the Government of Canada or the Canadian Embassy or Consulate in your home country.
A study permit will allow you to stay in Canada for the duration of your course plus 90 days. Within 90 days, you must request an extension of your stay or plan to leave the country.
If for some reason you cannot complete your studies before the date indicated on your license, you must request an extension of your stay as a student. If you finish your studies before, your license will cease to be valid 90 days after the end of your studies, which may be different from the original expiration date.
In this section, we will be taking you through a list of cheapest colleges in Canada. Canada, well known as “home for international students” has different schools that offer low tuition fees for international schools.
Carefully read through so you can make a proper choice for school. Cheers!!!
Concordia University
Concordia University is a public comprehensive research university located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The school was founded in the year 1974 following the merger of Loyola College and Sir George Williams University, Concordia is one of the three universities in Quebec where English is the major language of instruction.
This university accepts between $2,000 and $4,000 per student as tuition fees and not only for its low cost, you can also pay in instalments. This school ranked among the top 10 Canadian universities with the lowest tuition fees in Canada for international students due to its system of acceptance of tuition fees and its keen sense of accommodation for international students.
The University comprises four Faculties (Arts and Science, Fine Arts, the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science and the John Molson School of Business), a School of Graduate Studies and a Centre for Continuing Education.
The Concordia University is an option for international students seeking low tuition universities in Canada.
Concordia University Acceptance rate
The university has an acceptance of approximately 75% annually. This is a good rate considering its affordability.
Concordia University Entrance Scholarship
The Concordia University Entrance Scholarship Program offers guaranteed renewal scholarships to high school students with a minimum average scholarship of 75%. The value of the scholarships varies according to the average of the candidate’s scholarships. Check table below;
| University Entrance ScholarshipLevels | ||
| Award Average | Scholarship Value | Value over 4 years |
| 95% or higher | $5,000 | $20,000 |
| 90% – 94.9% | $3,750 | $15,000 |
| 85% – 89.9% | $2,000 | $8,000 |
| 80% – 84.9% | $1,500 | $6,000 |
Get detailed information about Concordia University Scholarships from the link https://concordia.ab.ca/scholarships/university-entrance-scholarship/
University of Manitoba
The University of Manitoba is recognised as one of the low tuition fees in Canada. The university was established in the year 1877.
The university offers lots of study programs in the fields of Engineering, Sciences humanities at bachelors, masters and doctorate levels. The tuition fee ranges from $4000 to $13,600 per year.
Note: The fee stated above is just for tuition fee, it does not include your books and supplies, medical insurance, sport and recreational fee, parking pass (optional) and residence (optional).
University of Manitoba Scholarships
The university offers lots of scholarship opportunities to international students all over the world. Despite it being ranked amongst the low tuition universities in Canada, the university still offer its students these wonderful opportunities. Check the lists below
International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES)
International students entering their first year of full-time graduate studies in pursuit of a Master’s, PhD or Graduate Diploma may be entitled for this scholarship. Check detail
International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS)
This scholarship provides funding in subsequent years when full tuition fee is required. Deadline for applications is March 1 of each year. Check detail here
Simon Fraser University
Simon Fraser University (SFU) is a public research university in British Columbia, Canada, with three campuses: Burnaby (main campus), Surrey, and Vancouver. The University was established in the year 1965 and comprises of 30,000 students and approximately 950 faculty member.
The Simon Fraser University Tuition fee for domestic students is 2,770 CAD and 12,125CAD for international students. In most programs at Simon Fraser University, international students pay the same fees as domestic students for graduate programs.
Simon Fraser University Acceptance Rate
The university has an acceptance of approximately 59% annually. This is a good rate considering its affordability.
Simon Fraser University Scholarship
Each year, Simon Fraser University offer its students scholarship opportunity to recognize outstanding academic achievement. You can find detailed information from the link below. https://www.sfu.ca/students/financialaid/undergrad/scholarships.html
Mount Royal University
The Mount Royal University at Calgary, Alberta, Canada is considered as one of the low tuition universities in Canada. The Mount Royal University was established in the year 1910 following a charter by the Alberta provincial government.
The university was granted university status in the year 2009 by the provincial government. The Mount Royal university currently offers 12 degrees and 32 majors with an average size of 29 students per class.
At Mount Royal University, Canadian domestic students pay 5,900 CAD while international students tuition fees are within 12, 200 CAD.
Universite de Montreal
The University of Montreal is a French public research university located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The main campus of the university is located on the north side of Mount Royal, in the districts of Outremont and Côte-des-Neiges. The institution is made up of thirteen faculties, more than sixty departments and two affiliated schools. The University was founded in the year 1878.
The table below shows the tuition fees for the University of Montreal;
| World Ranking | 108 |
| Country | Canada |
| City | Montreal |
| Bachelor (foreigners) | 9,175 USD/year. |
| Master (foreigners) | 12,500 USD/year. |
| Bachelor (citizens) | 2,500 USD/year. |
| Master (citizens) | 2,500 USD/year. |
| Cost of living | $650-1,143 USD/Month. |
| Acceptance Rate | 50% |
| Official Website | www.umontreal.ca |
Universite de Montreal Acceptance Rate
The university has an acceptance of approximately 40%-50% annually. This is a good rate considering its affordability.
University Of British Columbia
The University of British Columbia is an open research university. It was established in the year 1908. Recently, the University of British Columbia was recognized as the most international university in North America. It has a motto that says, “It is Yours”.
The university is made up of two campuses, one in Vancouver and the other in Okanagan. The main Campus is located in Vancouver and is spread across 400 acres of land.
The university offers undergraduate programs, postgraduate programs, joint university programs, exchange programs and distance education programs. An extensive list of subjects incorporated into these programs allows students to choose between different subjects according to their area of interest. The list includes Applied Science, Architecture, Law, Medicine, Dentistry, Philosophy, Anthropology and Ancient Culture, Religion and Ethnicity.
The tuition fee for University of British Columbia varies, you can get more detailed information from the link below. https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/finances/tuition-fees/undergraduate-tuition-fees
University of British Columbia Acceptance Rate
The admission rate at University of British Columbia is estimated to be 46% which is considered to be very competitive.
University of British Columbia Scholarships
University of British Columbia recognizes the academic achievement of outstanding students from around the world by devoting more than $20 million annually to awards, scholarships, and other forms of financial support for international undergraduate students.
You can get more information about the University of British Columbia scholarships from the link below. https://you.ubc.ca/financial-planning/scholarships-awards-international-students/
McGill University
McGill University is a public research university in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The university was established in the year 1821 by royal charter, granted by King George IV.
McGill University offers degrees and diplomas in over 300 fields of study. It has the highest average admission requirements of any Canadian university. Majority of the students are enrolled in the five largest faculties, namely Arts, Science, Medicine, Engineering, and Management.
Notably, McGill University offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in different fields of study. And, the study subjects offered at the university are biomedical engineering, business analytics, chemistry, chemical engineering, architecture, and anthropology.
The tuition fees for McGill Universities varies, we have provided links for you to check the various tuition fees available for undergraduate here >> https://www.mcgill.ca/student-accounts/tuition-charges/fallwinter-term-tuition-and-fees/undergraduate-fees and for Graduate here >>https://www.mcgill.ca/student-accounts/tuition-charges/fallwinter-term-tuition-and-fees/graduate-fees
McGill University Acceptance Rate
Admission to graduate programs at McGill is very comprehensive, meaning that many factors are taken into consideration in the admission decision, including academic credentials and grades.
McGill University Scholarship
The MasterCard Foundation McGill University Scholarships for African students are open now. Want an undergraduate scholarship? Apply now. You can find eligibility details here. McGill University has other types of scholarships for international students. You may contact the The Office of Scholarships and Student Financial Assistance in order to enrol and attend university programs via scholarships at the University.
The University of Prince Edward Island is a public liberal arts and science university committed to encouraging and fostering critical, creative, and independent thinking and research.
Overtime, University of Prince Edward Island has risen to become one of the Cheapest Tuition Fee University in Canada for International Students. They make sure tuition fees are affordable for its prospective International Students.
The tuition fees for the universities varies depending on the course one is offering. You can track the different tuition fees using the link provided below. http://www.upei.ca/fees
Dominican University College (DUC) is a bilingual university that offers certificates, undergraduate and graduate degrees in Philosophy and Theology. The school was founded in the year 1900 and was modelled on the houses of studies of the Order of Preachers as the centre of graduate studies for Canadian Dominicans. The university is open to any student interested in philosophy and theology.
The Dominican University College is suited at 96 Empress Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The university is recognised as one of the cheapest schools in Canada.
The tuition fees for the Dominican University College ranges from 5325USD to 6750USD for both domestic and international students.
The university has a very good acceptance rate of 63.7% annually.
The Dominican University College is committed to helping students succeed in their studies. To this end, the university aspires to provide students in need with assistance and advice to access financial aid programs and scholarships so that all students can complete their studies.
Use the link below to access the university scholarships and financial aids. http://www.dominicanu.ca/current-students/resources/scholarships
The University of Calgary is a public research university which is located at Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The school was founded in the year 1908 and started in the year 1944 as the Calgary branch of the University of Alberta.
The university is made up of 85 research institutes, 14 faculties and 55 departments. The faculties comprise of Cumming School of Medicine, Schulich School of Engineering, Arts, Environmental Design, Graduate Studies, Kinesiology, Law, Nursing, Science, Social Work, Haskayne School of Business, Veterinary Medicine and Werklund School of Education.
The university has a tuition fee of $3,693.
There are various scholarships available for any students studying in Canada. On this very section, we will walk you through on the Requirements to get a scholarship in Canada as well as various scholarships in Canada for international and domestic students.
The Requirements to Get a Scholarship in Canada
If you are applying for Canadian scholarships as an international student, there are several things you need to know.
The importance of seeking and looking for scholarship early cannot be overemphasized. It has been recorded that students who get scholarship most of the time are students who started applying even while in high school.
If you want to increase your chances of gaining a scholarship in Canada you have to plan ahead of time.
2. RESEARCH ABOUT ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Learn about scholarships administered by the Canadian government, provincial governments, private foundations, and not-for-profit organizations.
4. DON’T FORGET ABOUT THE SMALLER AWARDS
Now let’s get to various lists of scholarships in Canada.
Humber International Entrance Scholarships Canada
The scholarship is available for international student at Humber College taught in Canada. Undergraduate studying at any of the approved field of study at the school can apply for this scholarship.
You might be wondering the value and benefit of this award, the benefit varies ranging from $3,000 to $5,000 per year.
President’s Scholarship at University of Winnipeg in Canada
The scholarship allows Bachelor, Masters level programm(s) in any field of All Subjects taught at University of Winnipeg. The program can be applied by international students as well as domestic students.
The scholarship worth is in the range of $3,000 to $5,000 annually.
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
York University International Student Scholarships in Canada 2020
The University of York offers tomorrow’s World Leader scholarships and international entry scholarships to international students seeking a full-time university degree at the University of York.
Scholarship Benefits:
Global Leader of Tomorrow Award: $80,000 ($20,000 x 4 years)
International Entrance Scholarships: $140,000 ($35,000 x 4 years)
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships
The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (Vanier CGS) were created to attract and retain world-class doctoral students and to establish Canada as a global center of excellence in research and higher education. The scholarships are intended to obtain a doctorate (or a combination of a master’s / doctorate or a doctorate in medicine / doctorate) from the participating Canadian universities. The scholarship is worth $50,000 a year for three years.
University of Waterloo Master’s Awards of Excellence
The International Master’s Award of Excellence (IMAE) will be awarded to qualified international master’s students normally entering a research-based graduate program at the University of Waterloo. The award will be valued at $2,500 per term for a maximum of five terms.
Use the link https://uwaterloo.ca/graduate-studies/awards-funding/international-funding for detailed information about the scholarship
Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships
The University of Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program aims to recognize international students who demonstrate exceptional creativity and academic achievement and who are recognized as leaders in their school. The scholarship will cover tuition, books, unforeseen expenses and full board for four years.
Carleton University Entrance Scholarships for International Students
Carleton offers partial scholarships worth $4,000 – $16,000 to exemplary students who meet the admission average criteria of 80% and above. The scholarship is available to international students as well as Canadian citizens.
African students are also offered the Richard J. Van Loon Scholarship for masters study.
Use the link https://carleton.ca/awards/?p=39 for detailed information about the scholarship
Pierre Elliot Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships
The Trudeau scholarships are open to foreign citizens (preferably for applicants from developing countries) who apply for a doctoral program in social sciences and humanities or who are enrolled full-time in a first or second year of said program in a Canadian university. Its annual value can reach $60,000 per academic for up to three years.
University of Calgary Graduate Awards
University of Calgary offers a wide range of full and partial scholarships for international students. Scholarship value range from $1,000 to $40,000 and covers different fields of study.
Use the link https://grad.ucalgary.ca/awards/international_students for detailed information about the scholarship.
University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowships
The University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowships (UMGF) are merit-based awards that are open to students of any nationality who will be registered as full-time graduate students (Masters or Ph.D.) at the University of Manitoba. The fellowships are valued at $18,000 for PhD students, or $14,000 for Master’s students for a 12-month period.
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Published Date : September 9, 2019
Categories : Scholarships, September, Undergraduate Scholarships
Sappi Bursary scheme is intended to cater for talented, high flyers and innovative young South African citizens; it is a talent-based approached where applicants who meet the minimum criteria may be invited to a selection interview. Sappi awards a number of bursaries each year based on our annual skills audit and business needs.
Application Deadline: 30th September, 2019
Eligible Countries: South Africa
To be taken at (country): South Africa
Eligible Field of Study: Sappi invites students/undergraduates who are interested in studying through Sappi bursary scheme to apply for bursary programme in the following study fields:
Offered Since: Bursary/Scholarship
Type: Undergraduate
Eligibility: South African citizens studying or intending to study full time at any South African accredited Universities. Sappy Bursary is for school leavers and current university students aged between 18 and 25 years. In specific fields of study, Sappi have agreements with the following educational institutions:
Selection Criteria:
Value of Scholarship: Fully-funded
Duration of Scholarship: duration of candidate’s course
How to Apply: You need to submit the following documents:
Visit Scholarship Webpage for details
Award Provider: Sappi
Published Date : August 29, 2019
Categories : Scholarship for Nigerians, September, Undergraduate Scholarships
2019/2020 NNPC/Chevron JV National University Scholarship Awards for Undergraduate Nigerian students.
Application Deadline: 18th September 2019 by midnight
Offered Annually? Yes
About the Award: Chevron Nigeria Limited, in collaboration with its Joint Venture partner, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), is offering a number of Chevron Scholarship Awards to suitably qualified undergraduate students in Nigerian Universities. Full-time second year (200level) students studying specific courses listed below, in Nigerian Universities, are invited to apply online.
Fields of Study: E-applications are invited from full-time SECOND YEAR (200 LEVEL) degree students of the under-listed courses, in Nigerian Universities:
Application Guidelines
1. Before you start this application, ensure you have clear scanned copies of the following documents
2. Ensure the documents are named according to what they represent to avoid mixing up documents during upload
3. Ensure you attach the appropriate documents when asked to upload
How to Apply for Chevron Scholarship
To apply for this scholarship Click here
Important Notes:
Published Date : August 4, 2019
Categories : Blog Entry, Favorites, List of Scholarships, Newsletter, Scholarships, Student Tips
If you are among a long list of students who have been wondering why there aren’t any scholarships for students with a degree in lower second class or Third class, keep reading.
Many of these scholarships are often sponsored by organisations or large families in conjunction with the granting universities. Those that offer them usually consider them an investment rather than a gift. It’s no wonder scholarships have very taut strings attached.
Some of the conditions for awarding these scholarships may include some or all of these:
Although finding scholarships that don’t take into account the academic merit of a student requires a lot of effort, it is possible to get scholarships with other considerations. Hence, here are 1o Masters degree scholarships offered annually to students with Lower Second Class or Third class. These scholarships are renewed every year. Therefore if the deadlines are passed, they will be updated in due time. If not, apply soon.
1. Australia Awards Scholarships for 1,000 African Students – with at least 3rd Class
Australia Awards, a cornerstone of the Australian Government’s development assistance program for Africa, provide access to postgraduate education, training and professional development opportunities for suitably qualified Africans from eligible countries. On their return to the workplace, Australia Awards Alumni are expected to contribute actively to development in their home countries.
2. Oregon State University International Cultural Service Program (ICSP) Scholarship
Oregon State University, USA offers scholarships to international students in exchange for cultural services to OSU. The International Cultural Service Program (ICSP) which began at OSU in 1983, has attracted many outstanding students from countries around the globe. Typically, students will be invited to speak at elementary, middle, and high school classes, university classes, civic and youth organizations, retirement homes, or church groups. Candidates are required to have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA to be eligible for $15,000 yearly scholarship.
3. University of Bradford Global Development Scholarships
University of Bradford Global Development Scholarship (formerly Countries in Crisis Scholarship) is intended to aid students in financial hardship due to crisis as a result of the political situation, war, natural disaster etc. Students from select countries (countries facing known world crisis) are invited to apply for these scholarships. To successfully apply for this scholarship, candidates are advised not to focus on their academic qualifications unless it is relevant to the scholarship application.
4. University of Portsmouth Masters Scholarship for Ghanaian and Nigerian Students (2.2 and above)
University of Portsmouth offers a number of scholarships to Ghanaian and Nigerian students who have applied for science related Masters courses at the University. The scholarships will be in the form of a 20% fee reduction from any tuition fee but please note, it cannot be taken in conjunction with any other fee reduction or bursary offered by the University. The scholarship is a one-off award towards a one year Masters fees and is non-renewable and only valid for study on the courses listed above.
Bonus: DeVry University International Postgraduate Scholarship. GPA 2.0 and Above
Award amounts are tiered according to student GPA and enrollment status (half time, three-quarter time or full time). The higher the cumulative grade point average (CPGA), the larger the award amount may be, reaching up to $2,500 per semester for full-time enrollment with a 3.25 GPA or higher for the scholarship. Students with a 2.5 – 3.25 GPA may earn up to $2,000 per semester.
5. Kenyan Government – University of Teesside Scholarships for Kenyan Scholars
In association with the Kenya High Commission for the UK, Teesside University offers three partial tuition fee scholarships to Kenyan Nationals, whether domiciled in Kenya or from the diaspora. Candidates should normally have an honours degree (at least 2.2) in an appropriate related discipline – petroleum engineering, geological qualifications, civil engineering qualification, mechanical engineering, geophysics, chemical engineering, petrophysics, physics, mathematics or chemistry.
6. Masters Scholarships for African Students at the University of Bedfordshire
This Scholarship scheme funded by the University of Bedfordshire is made in the form of a tuition fee discount. Students holding a four year Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised university or HE institution with a minimum GPA of 50% or equivalent will be considered for this scholarship
7. Postgraduate Scholarships for International Students at the University of Bristol
The University of Bristol scholarship is open to students from developing countries including Ghana, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. All candidates must have achieved the equivalent of a British 2:2 in an undergraduate degree. Candidates must already hold an offer of a place on a full-time postgraduate programme at the University of Bristol.
8. UK- Roehampton University International Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship
Roehampton University UK, offers a wide range of Masters scholarships for international students including partial fee discounts for eligible students. The Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships are automatically awarded to applicants according to their previous academic performance. Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships involve a fee discount of 20% to postgraduate students with high academic achievement in Bachelors degree and 15% to postgraduate students with good academic achievement.
9. University of Staffordshire New Merit Scholarships Available to International Students
As part of ongoing commitment to increase the number of high quality international students on campus at Staffordshire, the university has taken the decision to offer a range of generous Scholarships to international students from select countries in the world.
10. Northumbria University Masters Research Scholarship for International Students
Northumbria University, the largest regional university in the UK, each year offers International Scholarships to incoming Masters students with at least an upper second class Honours degree (UK) or equivalent from an overseas university, or a Lower Second Class and a Masters degree in a relevant discipline.
Please regularly check this website for updates.
Published Date : July 12, 2019
Categories : August, Contests/Awards, Newsletter, Research Grants, Scholarship for Women, Sciences, September
The Elsevier Foundation is calling for nominations of hardworking science-inclined women from Africa and other developing countries.
Application Deadline: 29th August 2019
Eligible Countries:
To be taken at (country): USA
About the Award: Launched by The Elsevier Foundation, TWAS and OWSD, the Awards reward and encourage women working and living in developing countries in the early stages of their scientific careers. Awardees must have made a demonstrable impact on the research environment both at a regional and international level and have often overcome great challenges to achieve research excellence.
Nominations are invited from senior academics, including OWSD members, TWAS Fellows, ICTP visiting scientists and staff, national science academies, national research councils and heads of departments/universities both in developing and developed countries.
Type: Award, Research
Eligibility: The applicant must be a female scientist who has received her PhD within the previous ten years. The eligible subject fields for the 2020 awards include:
In addition, the applicant must have lived and worked in one of the following science and technology lagging countries above for at least 5 of the last 15 years:
Please note that an applicant, at the time of application, must NOT have an active research grant or fellowship with The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) or have already submitted an application for a TWAS programme within the same given year. Only one application per year is possible across all TWAS and OWSD programmes. Applicants will not be eligible to visit another institution in that year under the TWAS Visiting Professor programmes. An exception is made only for the head of an institution who invites an external scholar to share his/her expertise under the TWAS Visiting Professor programmes; she may still apply for another programme.
Selection Criteria: Applications will be judged in terms of:
Evidence of innovation will be considered favourably.
Number of Awardees: 5 Awards. One woman is awarded for each of five regions in the developing world: Latin America and the Caribbean; East and South-East Asia and the Pacific; the Arab region; Central and South Asia; and Sub-Saharan Africa (see the list of countries in Africa above)
Value of Award:
The 5 awards will be distributed as follows: one for each of the four regions of the developing world, plus an additional ¨floating” award for an outstanding candidate from any of these regions.
Duration of Award: Not stated
How to Apply: Applications are invited from women scientists from the eligible developing countries and they must be made online.
Applications must include:
Please note that the endorser cannot also be a referee.
Visit Awards Webpage for details
Published Date : July 9, 2019
Categories : Newsletter, November, Scholarship for Nigerians, Undergraduate Scholarships
Explore a world of opportunity and see how the Shell Graduate Programme can enhance your career. Through structured learning, hands-on projects, continuous feedback and supportive colleagues, the Shell Graduate Programme will give you the to grow and have impact in your chosen area.
Application Deadline: 21st July 2019.
Eligible Countries: Nigeria
To be taken at (country): Nigeria
About the Award: The Shell Graduate Programme is a development framework that enables new graduates to become fully independent Shell professionals in 2-5 years. At Shell, new graduates have access to an unparalleled range of roles and world-class training and development opportunities, including:
Eligible Field of Study:
Social Sciences
Law
Finance
Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Metallurgical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronics Engineering
Instrumentation Engineering
Geology
Geophysics
Mathematics
Marine Engineering
Accountancy
Type: Job
Eligibility: Graduate Trainees who:
Applicants who do not satisfy the above requirements will be automatically regretted.
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Program: Whether you join the Technical or Commercial Functions ar-ea of the Shell Graduate Programme, you will receive unparalleled formal training that will enhance your career. We’ve designed the programme to give remarkable candidates like you the business knowledge and training you’ll need to become a future leader.
Right from the start, you’ll embark on a comprehensive Onboarding Programme that systematically exposes you to all areas of the organisation. Depending on your chosen path, you’ll participate in a two- to five-year development programme. This will include two or three rotations that combine on-the-job learning with formal training opportunities. You’ll be given stimulating, hands-on roles, and have the opportunity to familiarise yourself with our company values.
On top of a competitive starting salary and other outstanding benefits, you will have the ability to deepen your knowledge through structured learning and contributing to groundbreaking projects. All the while, you’ll be supported by a direct supervisor to provide guidance and constructive feedback, as well as an excellent mentorship programme.
Duration of Program: Full-time
How to Apply: Candidates will be asked to select the business area that they would like to apply for on the Shell Graduate Programme within the Application form. You will be matched into a particular role based on your skills. Whilst you will not be required to apply for a specific Shell position If you are interested in a specific role, you can express interest within your cover letter.
Published Date : July 6, 2019
Categories : Internships, Jobs in Nigeria, July, Scholarship for Nigerians
Explore a world of opportunity and see how the Shell Graduate Programme can enhance your career. Through structured learning, hands-on projects, continuous feedback and supportive colleagues, the Shell Graduate Programme will give you the to grow and have impact in your chosen area.
Application Deadline: 21st July 2019.
Eligible Countries: Nigeria
To be taken at (country): Nigeria
About the Award: The Shell Graduate Programme is a development framework that enables new graduates to become fully independent Shell professionals in 2-5 years. At Shell, new graduates have access to an unparalleled range of roles and world-class training and development opportunities, including:
Eligible Field of Study:
Social Sciences
Law
Finance
Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Metallurgical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronics Engineering
Instrumentation Engineering
Geology
Geophysics
Mathematics
Marine Engineering
Accountancy
Type: Job
Eligibility: Graduate Trainees who:
Applicants who do not satisfy the above requirements will be automatically regretted.
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Program: Whether you join the Technical or Commercial Functions ar-ea of the Shell Graduate Programme, you will receive unparalleled formal training that will enhance your career. We’ve designed the programme to give remarkable candidates like you the business knowledge and training you’ll need to become a future leader.
Right from the start, you’ll embark on a comprehensive Onboarding Programme that systematically exposes you to all areas of the organisation. Depending on your chosen path, you’ll participate in a two- to five-year development programme. This will include two or three rotations that combine on-the-job learning with formal training opportunities. You’ll be given stimulating, hands-on roles, and have the opportunity to familiarise yourself with our company values.
On top of a competitive starting salary and other outstanding benefits, you will have the ability to deepen your knowledge through structured learning and contributing to groundbreaking projects. All the while, you’ll be supported by a direct supervisor to provide guidance and constructive feedback, as well as an excellent mentorship programme.
Duration of Program: Full-time
How to Apply: Candidates will be asked to select the business area that they would like to apply for on the Shell Graduate Programme within the Application form. You will be matched into a particular role based on your skills. Whilst you will not be required to apply for a specific Shell position If you are interested in a specific role, you can express interest within your cover letter.
Visit Program Webpage for details
Published Date : July 5, 2019
Categories : July, Scholarship for Nigerians, Scholarships, Undergraduate Scholarships
Seplat Joint Venture has announced the commencement of its Undergraduate Scholarship Programme for the next academic session.
Application Deadline: 15th July 2019
Eligible Countries: Nigeria
To Be Taken At (Country): Nigeria
About the Award: The scholarship award is open to deserving undergraduate students of Federal and State Universities in Nigeria. The Seplat JV scholarship Scheme is one of Seplat’s educational Corporate Social Responsibility programmes and it is designed to promote educational development and human capacity building.
Eligible Field of Study: Only students studying any of the following courses should apply:
Type: Undergraduate
Eligibility:
Number of Scholarships: Not specified
Value of Scholarship: Fully-funded
Duration of Scholarship: From 2nd year to Final year
How to Apply:
Visit Programme Webpage for Details
Award Providers: Seplat Petroleum Development Company Plc
Published Date : July 1, 2019
Categories : Academic, Engineering, July, Newsletter, Scholarships in Asia, Sciences
Application Deadline: 15th July 2019
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Developing Countries
To be taken at (country): Applicants may be registered for a PhD degree in their home country, or may enrol in a PhD course at a host laboratory/institute in India.
Fields of Research:
01-Agricultural Sciences
02-Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology
03-Biological Systems and Organisms
04-Medical and Health Sciences incl. Neurosciences
05-Chemical Sciences
Eligibility: Applicants for these fellowships must meet the following criteria:
Number of scholarship: Several
Value of Scholarship: DBT will provide a monthly stipend to cover for living costs, food and health insurance. The monthly stipend will not be convertible into foreign currency. In addition, the fellowship holder will receive a house rent allowance.
Duration of Award: Up to five years.
How to Apply:
Visit Scholarship webpage for Details
Published Date : June 25, 2019
Categories : Masters Scholarships, Newsletter, October, Scholarships in Asia
Ten awards of 100% tuition fee scholarships are available for students from the developing and third world countries registering for taught Masters programmes at Malaysia Campus in areas related to science, technology and education, including the following courses below.
Application Deadlines:
Eligible Countries: Developing and third world countries
To be taken at (country): University of Nottingham, Malaysia Campus, Malaysia
Fields of Study:
About the Award: The Developing Solutions Scholarship Fund will reach out to students who have the potential to make a real difference to the development and prosperity of their home countries.
Type: Masters
Eligibility: In order to apply for one of these scholarships, candidate must;
Number of Awards: 10
Value of Program: 100% tuition fee waiver
Duration of Program: 1 year
How to Apply: Download the Application Form (pdf)
Once the form has been filled in, please save and attach the form to your email and send it to Developing Solutions Malaysia.
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Award Provider: University of Nottingham
Published Date : June 21, 2019
Categories : Academic, Doctoral Scholarship, July, PhD Scholarships, Postgraduate scholarship, Scholarships, Scholarships in Asia, Sciences
The TWAS-USM Fellowship is awarded to young scientists from developing countries (other than Malaysia) who wish to pursue studies towards a PhD degree in the natural sciences at the Universiti Sains Malaysia.
Application Deadline 15th July 2019.
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Developing countries (excluding Malaysia)
To be taken at (country): Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia.
Eligible Field of Study: Agricultural Sciences, Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology, Biological Systems and Organisms, Medical and Health Sciences incl. Neurosciences, Chemical Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physics.
About the Award: The World Academy of Science in collaboration with Universiti Sains Malaysia is offering fellowship awards to science-inclined individuals from developing nations who wish to pursue their PhD program in natural sciences.
Type: PhD, Fellowship
Eligibility: Applicants for these fellowships must meet the following criteria:
Number of Awardees: Not specified
Value of Scholarship: USM will provide a standard monthly allowance which should be used to cover living costs, such as accommodation, food and health insurance.
Duration of Scholarship: Up to 3 years
How to Apply:
Visit Programme Webpage for details
Important Notes: The award of the fellowship is subject to obtaining in due course a final offer letter of admission from USM that must be approved by the relevant USM School.
Published Date : June 17, 2019
Categories : July, Newsletter, Undergraduate Scholarships
David Oyedepo Foundation is offering full tuition scholarship for African students to study at the Covenant University and Landmark University for undergraduate degrees.
Application Deadline: 14th July, 2019
Offered Annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: The scholarships are open to citizens and residents of African Countries
To be taken at (country): Nigeria
Schools: Covenant University or Landmark University
Field of Study: Programs covered by the DOF Special Scholarship Award are: Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Information & Communications Technology, Petroleum Engineering, Architecture, Applied Biology and Biotechnology, Microbiology, Computer Science, Economics, Accounting, Animal Science, Soil Science, Crop Science, Agricultural And Biosystem Engineering, Electrical And Information Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biochemistry
About the Award: The David Oyedepo Foundation scholarship program is our major platform for promoting the Foundation’s vision and goals. The scholarship program awards full ride scholarships to qualified individuals who are indigenes and residents of African countries. The scholarship seeks to develop youth leaders who are ready to put their learned skills to work in leading organizations, communities and their local countries. The scholarship grants students the opportunity to study at Covenant and Landmark University, Nigeria.
Offered Since: 2015
Type: Undergraduate
Eligibility: The David Oyedepo Foundation Special Scholarship Award is open to Young Africans who:
Selection Criteria: Selection panels will use the following criteria to evaluate applications (not in order of importance):
Also:
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Program: Full Academic fees for a maximum of 5 years. (In accordance to the University stipulated time for duration of chosen course).
The scholarship does not cover;
Travel allowances
Feeding allowances
Medical/Health Insurance or allowance
Any other fees outside University generated Academic fees for a course at any level
Duration of Program: The scholarship is for 4 or 5 years (subject to the university’s stipulated time for course completion).
How to Apply: Read the application instructions and complete the online applications http://davidoyedepofoundation.org/portal/ Applicants must submit the application form and all required documents stated on the webpage.
Visit scholarship webpage for details
Sponsors: The David Oyedepo Foundation
Published Date : May 31, 2019
Categories : Academic, Engineering, June, Mathematics, Medicine Scholarship, Newsletter, Postgraduate scholarship, Sciences
Application Deadline: 30th June, 2019
Eligible Countries: Developing Countries
To be taken at (country): India
Eligible Field of Study:
About the Award: The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) of India and TWAS have established a number of fellowships for foreign scholars from developing countries who wish to pursue research toward a PhD in emerging areas of science and technology for which facilities are available in the laboratories and institutes of the CSIR.
Type: Doctoral, Fellowship
Eligibility: Applicants for these fellowships must meet the following criteria:
Number of Awardees: Not specified
Value of Fellowship: CSIR will provide a monthly stipend to cover for living costs, food and health insurance. The monthly stipend will not be convertible into foreign currency. In addition, Fellowship awardees are entitled to subsidized accommodation.
Duration of Fellowship: TWAS-CSIR Postgraduate Fellowships are tenable in CSIR research laboratories and institutes in India for a maximum period of four years.
How to Apply:
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Published Date : May 30, 2019
Categories : Engineering, June, More, Newsletter, Postgraduate scholarship, Scholarship for Nigerians, Scholarships in UK
The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC), operator of the SPDC Joint Venture, is delighted to announce the Ninth annual SPDC JV Niger Delta Postgraduate Scholarship for applicants from Bayelsa, Delta, Imo and Rivers states.
Application Deadline: 15th June 2019.
Eligible African Countries: Nigeria (Rivers, Delta, Imo and Bayelsa States)
To be taken at (country): The scholarship is offered in partnership with three prestigious and internationally recognised universities in the United Kingdom Imperial College London, University of Aberdeen and the University of Leeds UK
Accepted Subject Areas? The following courses at the three institutions qualify for the scholarship:
About Scholarship: Each year the Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria (SPDC) offers scholarship awards to students form the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. The Oil and Gas company is delighted to announce the annual SPDC Niger Delta Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme for applicants from Rivers, Delta and Bayelsa States.
The scholarship scheme is aimed to provide an opportunity for qualifying students from the three Niger Delta States to further their education in courses that are relevant to the oil and gas industry.
Offered Since: 2010
Type: Postgraduate (Masters)
By what Criteria is Selection Made? Candidates must have gained admission to study at any of the participating universities in one of the qualifying courses
Who is qualified to apply? To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must
What are the benefits? The scholarship will cover tuition, one economy return-flight ticket from Nigeria to the UK and a contribution towards living expenses only.
How long will sponsorship last? One year postgraduate Masters Studies
How can I Apply?
Visit Scholarship Webpage for Details
Notes:
Published Date : May 19, 2019
Categories : Academic, Doctoral Scholarship, June, Newsletter, PhD Scholarships, Research Grants, Sciences
Application Deadline: 15th July 2019
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Developing countries and African countries (Africans are ONLY eligible to apply for the NRF-TWAS African Renaissance Doctoral Fellowship)
To be taken at (country): South Africa
Fields of Study:
01-Agricultural Sciences
02-Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology
03-Biological Systems and Organisms
04-Medical and Health Sciences incl. Neurosciences
05-Chemical Sciences
06-Engineering Sciences
07-Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences
08-Mathematical Sciences
09-Physics
About the Award: The partnership between The NRF and The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) has led to the establishment of two Doctoral Scholarships namely; the NRF – TWAS Doctoral Scholarship and the NRF – TWAS African Renaissance Doctoral Scholarship. This award is strategically aimed at increasing and supporting Doctoral scholars from Africa and developing countries who will be funded per annum for a maximum of three (3) years to pursue full-time research training in South Africa. There will be an intake of 70 doctoral scholars each year for three (3) years, starting in 2017.
Type: Doctoral, Fellowship
Eligibility: Applicants for these fellowships must meet the following criteria:
TWAS-NRF Doctoral programme:
*The list of 151 eligible developing countries is available in the Framework document you may download at the bottom of the page.
TWAS-NRF African Renaissance Doctoral programme:
Selection Criteria:
Number of Awardees:
Value of Scholarship:
Duration of Scholarship: Up to three (3) years
How to Apply: Applicants must apply and follow the application process set out in the attached framework document and application guide in the Scholarship Page (see below).
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Published Date : May 17, 2019
Categories : Engineering, June, Newsletter, Scholarship for Nigerians, Undergraduate Scholarships
The Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited is offering suitably qualified and interested Nigerians the 2019/2020 Post Graduate Scholarship Award Scheme.
Application Deadline: 26th May 2019
About the Award: Nigerian Agip Exploration (NAE) Limited, on behalf of the NNPC/NAE PSC, is committed to the training and development of manpower as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme.
In pursuance of this, NAE invites applications from suitably qualified and interested Nigerian graduates for the 2019/2020 Post Graduate Scholarship Award Scheme. The award is in two categories: –
1. Overseas – For study in a reputable overseas university
2. Local – For study in a recognized Nigerian university
Eligible Countries: Nigerian Students
Fields of Study: Only candidates with offer of admission in disciplines related to the following areas should apply;
• Geosciences
• Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Civil, Subsea, Electrical/Electronics, Marine, Chemical)
• Petroleum Economics
• Law (Oil and Gas/Petroleum)
Type: Postgraduate (Masters)
Eligibility: To qualify for 2019/2020 NAE Post Graduate Scholarship Award scheme, applicants MUST:
1. Possess a minimum of Second Class Upper Bachelor’s degree from a recognized Nigerian university.
2. Have secured admission into a Nigerian or Overseas university (based on the category being applied for) for a one year Master’s Degree programme in any of the disciplines listed below.
3. Not above 28 years of age by December 31st, 2019.
4. Have completed the one year National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme.
5. Possess an international passport valid for travel at least one year from September, 2019 (applicable to overseas category).
Number of Scholarships: Several
What are the benefits? The NAE scholarship award applies to tuition, books, field trips, accommodation, living expenses and a return economy ticket for selected one-year course of study.
Duration of Scholarship: As determined by the sponsor
How to Apply:
SECTION A
1. Candidates should have the following clearly scanned documents before starting the application process:
a. Passport photograph (450 × 450 pixel) with white background not more than 3 months old
b. Provisional admission letter for post graduate studies 2019/2020 session into any reputable university – Local/Overseas. This admission letter must be for the course stated on the candidate’s application.
c. First Degree Certificate
d. NYSC Discharge Certificate
e. Valid ID card (Driver’s license, Voter’s card, National Identity card)
f. Valid International Passport Data Page for Overseas category only (Valid for travel at least one year from September 2019)
g. Birth Certificate from Local government
h. NAE Compliance Declaration Form
2. All candiates are required to fill and sign the NAE compliance declaration form.
To download the NAE compliance declaration, click https://dragnetscreening.ng/files/compliance.pdf
3. Label the scanned documents accordingly, to avoid mix up during upload.
4. Attach the right documents in the appropriate upload section.
SECTION B
To apply, follow the steps below:
1. Click on “Apply Now” tab.
2. Click on “Register Now” to create an account.
3. Proceed to your email box to activate your account
4. Click on www.scholastica.ng to return to Scholarship site
5. Enter your registered email and password to create your profile.
6. Candidates are required to fill the Personal Details, Undergraduate and Postgraduate Sections only. Candidates are also required to upload only applicable documents (refer to section A).
Note to Overseas category applicants: Applicants for the Overseas category are encouraged to also apply for the Local Post Graduate Scholarship Award.
7. Candidates are not required to fill the Secondary Level, Bank details or download the undergraduate profile verification form in the application portal.
8. Ensure the name used in application matches the names on all documentation in same order. Upload a sworn affidavit or certificate if otherwise.
9. Ensure you view all documents after uploading, to eliminate errors during uploading.
10. Recheck application information to avoid errors
11. Click “Apply Now” to submit information at http://scholastica.ng/schemes/naescholarships or return to the home page www.scholastica.ng and select the 2018 NAE Postgraduate Scholarship Awards to be redirected to the application page
12. You will receive an email that confirms your application was successful.
NOTE: ·
• Multiple applications shall lead to disqualification.
• Kindly review your profile before applying.
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Published Date : May 5, 2019
Categories : Masters Scholarships, May, PhD Scholarships, Scholarships in Africa
As a result of successful application for World Bank funding during the Africa Center of Excellence II bidding by Eastern and Southern African States, the University is hosting the African Center of Excellence in Phytochemicals, Textile and Renewable Energy, ACEII-PTRE. The Center is, therefore, offering limited postgraduate scholarships for Masters (MSc) and Doctorate (PhD) to highly deserving students on a competitive basis.
Application Deadline: 20th May 2019
Eligible Countries: African countries
To be taken at (country): Kenya
About the Award: Moi University is a Public University located in Eldoret, Kenya. The University offers world class training both at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
The Center’s scholarships will be offered to both national and regional students in the following fields: Analytical Chemistry (MSc and Ph.D), Materials & Textile Engineering (Ph.D), Industrial Engineering (MSc), Textile Engineering (MSc), and Renewable Energy (Msc and Ph.D). Doctorate (Ph.D) scholarships will be awarded for a maximum of three years (36 months) while Masters (MSc) scholarships will be awarded for a maximum of two years (24 months).
Type: Masters, PhD
Eligibility: Only shortlisted candidates as per the following criteria will be considered:
The following candidates are highly encouraged to apply for the scholarship: female, regional, disadvantaged, marginalized groups and candidates with disabilities
Number of Awards: Limited
Value of Award:
Duration of Award:
How to Apply: All interested candidates can apply by filling in a scholarship form that can be downloaded from the Moi University website (using the links below) or can be obtained directly from the Center. The duly filled application form should be emailed so as to reach the Center not later than 20th May, 2019.
All applications should be filled and sent by email to the following address:-
The Center Leader Africa Center of Excellence II in Phytochemicals, Textile and Renewable Energy (ACEII-PTRE) Moi University P.O. Box 3900-30100 Eldoret, Kenya.
Email Address: [email protected] or [email protected]
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Published Date : April 26, 2019
Categories : Academic, April, Scholarship for Women, Sciences
OWSD is offering a fellowship program to support Women Scientists from Science and Technology Lagging Countries, who are interested in the STEM Fields.
Application Deadline: 30th April 2019 (Extended to 2nd May 2019)
Eligible Countries: Science and Technology Lagging Countries
About the Award: The OWSD Early Career Fellowship is a prestigious award of up to USD 50,000 offered to women who have completed their PhDs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subjects and are employed at an academic or scientific research institute in one of the listed Science and Technology Lagging Countries (STLCs). The OWSD Early Career fellows will be supported to establish an environment at their institution where they can maintain an international standard of research and attract scholars from all over the world to collaborate.
Type: Fellowship (Academic)
Eligibility: To be eligible to apply for the ECWS fellowship applicants must meet the following criteria:
1. Eligible countries
Please note this list may be subject to slight variation each year according to criteria established by our donor, IDRC, and in agreement with OWSD. Each year the list will be updated when the call for applications is opened.
2. Eligible STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)
3. Eligible academic qualification
PhD in one of the above listed study fields.
4. Eligible employment
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Award:
Duration of Program: 2 years
How to Apply:
Visit the Program Webpage for Details
Published Date : April 23, 2019
Categories : Government Scholarships, June, Masters Scholarships, Newsletter, PhD Scholarships, Postgraduate scholarship, Research Grants, Scholarships in Asia, Scholarships in Japan, Undergraduate Scholarships
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) is offering scholarships to international students who wish to study at Japanese universities as undergraduate and Masters students under the Japanese Government Scholarships (MEXT) Programme for 2020.
Application Deadline: 31st May 2019
The deadlines of the applications differ according to the country. Please contact with Japanese embassy or consulate general in your country (See link below).
Offered annually? Yes
To be taken at (country): Japanese Universities
Eligible Field of Study: Those who wish to study through the Japanese Government Scholarships as an undergraduate student must choose a field of major from (1) or (2) below. Applicants may enter a first, second, and third choice.
(1) Social Sciences and Humanities: Social Sciences and Humanities-A: Laws, Politics, Pedagogy, Sociology, Literature, History, Japanese language, and others. Social Sciences and Humanities-B: Economics and Business Administration.
(2) Natural Sciences: Natural Sciences-A: Science (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry), Electrical and Electronic Studies (Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Information Engineering), Mechanical Studies (Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture), Civil Engineering and Architecture (Civil Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Engineering), Chemical Studies (Applied Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Textile Engineering), and other fields (Metallurgical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Maritime Engineering, Biotechnology). Natural Sciences-B: Agricultural studies (Agriculture, Agricultural Chemistry, Agricultural Engineering, Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine, Forestry, Food Science, Fisheries), Hygienic studies (Pharmacy, Hygienics, Nursing), and Science (Biology). Natural Sciences-C: Medicine, and Dentistry.
For postgraduate, applicants should apply for the field of study they majored in at university or its related field. Moreover, the fields of study must be subjects which applicants will be able to study and research in graduate courses at Japanese universities.
About the Award: The Japanese Government’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) offers Japanese Government Scholarships for academic study in Japan to foreign students interested in deepening their understanding of the Japanese language, Japanese affairs and Japanese culture. The purpose of the Japanese Government Scholarships is to promote mutual understanding and deepening friendly ties between Japan and other countries through the application of advanced knowledge regarding Japan’s language and culture.
Type: Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Scholarship is available in four categories:
Selection Criteria and Eligibility: To be eligible for the Japanese Government Scholarships:
Number of Scholarships: Not specified
Value of Scholarship:
Duration of Scholarship: For undergraduate, the scholarship period will last for five years from April 2020 to March 2025, including the one-year preparatory education in the Japanese language and other subjects due to be provided upon arrival in Japan. For Japanese Government Scholarships grantees majoring in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or a six-year course in pharmacy, the scholarship period will be seven years until March 2026.
For postgraduate, between 18 & 24 months.
Eligible African Countries: Africa: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Cape Verde, Chad, Comoros, Republic of Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Côte d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabonese Republic, Gambia, Ghana, Republic of Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Zambia, Uganda and Zimbabwe
Other Eligible Countries: See link below for eligible European, Middle East, Asian and other developing countries
How to Apply:
Visit the general scholarship webpage for details. For country specific details, please contact with Japanese embassy or consulate general in your country.
For Example, See the Embassy of Japan in South Africa
Important Notes: Please note that applications forms for the current exercise is clearly marked – (2020). Applications made with the 2019 forms will, therefore, not be processed by the Embassy.
Published Date : April 18, 2019
Categories : By Level, Doctoral Scholarship, Engineering, Masters Scholarships, Newsletter, Secondary School Scholarship, Undergraduate Scholarships
Below is a list of over 30 Engineering scholarships for African/International students that are either ongoing or are offered annually. Some of these scholarship have past deadlines. However, the important thing is to take note of these scholarships and apply for them next year. Another option? Bookmark this page.
SCIENCE BY WOMEN Visiting Research Senior Fellowships for African Women (Fully-funded to Spain)
The Science by Women programme will fund a total of 10 six-month visiting senior research fellowships for ten experienced African women researchers in any of the following international research centres in Spain below.
The Goldman Sachs Grace Hopper Scholarship will be awarded to 25 female engineers who demonstrate excellent academic performance, strong leadership and a passion for learning and solving problems.
Upon the concept of the founder of the Matsumae International Foundation (MIF), “Towards A Greater Understanding of Japan and a Lasting World Peace”, MIF has started the Research Fellowship Program in 1980.
£9,000 Engineering and Computing Scholarship Scheme at Coventry University UK
The Coventry University UK, International Dean’s Excellence in Academia Scholarship (IDEAS) is a fantastic opportunity for 5 students applying to the Faculty of Engineering, Environment & Computing to be awarded £9,000 in part tuition payment.
University of Manchester Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences Undergraduate Scholarships
The Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences at The University of Manchester is offering up to ten Scholarships of £2,000 per annum for well qualified international undergraduate students. These scholarships will be renewed for each year of fulltime study at The University of Manchester.
Gus Archie Undergraduate Scholarship Program for Petroleum Engineering Students
Each year the Society of Petroleum Engineers – SPE – Foundation, through the SPE Section Scholarship Support Program, as well as with individual candidates, awards the Gus Archie Memorial Scholarship to the most outstanding student preparing to attend university to pursue an Undergraduate Degree in Petroleum Engineering.
University of Edinburgh School of Engineering International Masters Scholarship
The scholarships will be awarded to international (non-EU) students who have been accepted for admission on a full-time basis for an eligible postgraduate taught Masters programme within the School of Engineering.
UK Newcastle University International Foundation Scholarships
The Newcastle University opens the International Foundation Scholarships for talented students to study for post-secondary education leading to admission to undergraduate degrees at the University. The is also offered for International Foundation in Physical Sciences and Engineering.
University of Nottingham Fully-funded Engineering Scholarship for International Students
University of Nottingham Engineering Research PhD scholarship is awarded to recognise and reward applications from outstanding international students registering on Engineering research degree programs.
The Electronic Document Scholarship Foundation – EDSF scholarship program was initiated in 1999 to recognize and support the next generation of professionals for the Document Management and Graphic Communication industry. EDSF scholarships of $1000 to $5,000 USD one-time payment are awarded to full-time undergraduates in accredited colleges or universities anywhere in the world who are committed to pursuing a career in the Document Management and Graphic Communications marketplace.
Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation in Sub-Saharan Africa, 2016-2017
The Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation aims to stimulate and reward engineering entrepreneurship in sub-Saharan Africa. The Africa Prize will encourage ambitious and talented sub-Saharan African engineers from all disciplines to apply their skills to develop scalable solutions to local challenges, highlighting the importance of engineering as an enabler of improved quality of life and economic development. Finalists will be invited to present at an event held in Africa and a winner will be selected to receive £25,000 along with runners-up, who will each be awarded £10,000.
SPIE Scholarship in Optical Science and Engineering
SPIE offers Optics and Photonics Education Scholarships and Travel Scholarships for students located anywhere in the world, from high school (pre-university/secondary) through graduate school and PhD programs, who are studying or planning to study optics, photonics or related field. The Optics and Photonics Education Scholarships are for high school, pre-university, secondary school, undergraduate and graduate students. The scholarship awards are in varying amounts ranging from $2,000 to $11,000.
University of Sheffield UK Undergraduate Scholarships for Nigerian Students
The University of Sheffield offers a range of undergraduate (BA, BSc, BEng, MEng) scholarships to students from Nigeria who show exceptional academic potential and are starting their studies at the University of Sheffield in September.
Agbami Scholarship for Undergraduate Nigeria Students
Agbami Medical and Engineering Professional Scholarship Award opens for Nigerian University students. Accepted Subject Areas includes Medicine/Surgery, Dentistry, Pharmacy and Engineering.
The University of Strathclyde Faculty of Engineering Excellence Scholarship (FEES) is offering a number of scholarships for self-funded, international (non-EU) fee-paying students with excellent academic qualifications.
Audio Engineering Society (AES) Graduate Scholarships for Talented Students
Since its establishment in 1984, the Foundation has awarded grants for graduate studies to hundreds of exceptional applicants, many of whom have gone on to prominent and successful careers in the profession. Applications are accepted from students worldwide.
The TechWomen initiative will identify 100 women in STEM fields from countries in Africa, Central and South Asia, and the Middle East to participate in the program.
Agip Scholarships for Undergraduate Nigerian Students
The Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited is offering Agip Tertiary Institutions Scholarship Awards Scheme for Undergraduate Nigerian 100 level Students. Only candidates studying Engineering, Geology and Geosciences are eligible for the National Merit Award.
Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarships for Women
Google offers The Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship every year for women in Europe, the Middle East and Africa to study in the field ofcomputing and technology for Bachelors, Masters or PhD degrees
$50,000 OPEC/OFID Scholarships for Developing Countries
The OPEC Fund for International Development – OFID Scholarship Award is open for qualified applicants who have obtained or are on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree and who wish to study for a Master’s degree, to win up to $50,0000.
The Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) is offering the Wighton Fellowship in Engineering for professional or academic staff working in the engineering department of an ACU member university in a low or middle-income country.
Japanese Government Scholarships for Undergraduate & Masters International Students
The Japanese Government’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) offers scholarships for academic study in Japan to foreign students interested in deepening their understanding of the Japanese language, Japanese affairs and Japanese culture. Among other courses, Engineering courses occupy a large amount of the awards given by the Japanese government. Please contact with Japanese embassy or consulate general in your country.
SEFS – George Boole / Presidential Merit Scholarships for International Students
The College of Science, Engineering and Food Science (SEFS) in partnership with George Boole and Presidential Merit Scholarships awards annual scholarships to eligible foreign students to cover the difference between the EU and international tuition fee for undergraduate or masters degree programme. These scholarships are available to international students and selection will be on the basis of the candidate’s academic performance in his/her secondary school leaving examinations and/or first degree.
University of Bath Postgraduate Engineering Scholarships for International Students
University of Warwick Engineering Scholarships for International Students
The scholarships are open to students who have confirmed the School of Engineering University of Warwick as their firm/first choice and will commence studies in 2017. If you do not yet hold an offer, you can apply via UCAS.
IDB Scholarships for Muslim Communities in Non-Member Countries
Islamic Development Bank offers the IDB Scholarship Programme for Muslim Communities in Non-Member Countries (SPMC) for Undergraduate studies Eligible Field of Study; Medicine, Engineering, Agriculture and other fields related to above disciplines.
Henry DeWitt Smith Scholarship – Master’s & PhD in Petroleum Engineering
The Henry DeWitt Smith Scholarship is offered annually to students studying or planning to study petroleum engineering on the Master’s or PhD level. Henry DeWitt Smith’s example of inspired leadership, professional success, personal integrity, and boundless dedication was his heritage to the mining industry which he served all of his adult life. In his memory, the Henry DeWitt Smith Fellowship was created by his wife Ellen Burke Smith. Candidate must be a member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers.
University Twente Scholarship in Netherlands for International Students
The University Twente Scholarship (UTS) is a scholarship for excellent students from both EU/EEA as well as non-EU/EEA countries, applying for a graduate programme (MSc) at the University of Twente. Field of study includes:engineering, science and technology courses.
Newcastle University Scholarships for Nigerian Students – UK
Newcastle University offers 3 Newcastle University Nigeria Scholarship (NU Nigeria Scholarship) awards. These are available for high achieving Nigerian students applying for entry onto postgraduate Master’s degree programmes, commencing in September each year. Each scholarship will have a value of £5,000, payable towards the first year of tuition fees.
NDDC Foreign Postgraduate Scholarship to Study Abroad – Master & PhD
the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, is offering the Post-Graduate Foreign Scholarship Programme, to equip Niger Deltans with relevant training and skills for effective participation in the Local Content programme of the Federal Government, as well as compete globally in various professional fields.
BG Scholarships for Tanzanian Students to Study in UK Universities
The BG Tanzania International Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme for Geoscience and Engineering is aimed at Tanzanian graduates who want to complete their postgraduate education in the UK and access future employment opportunities in the energy and related sectors.
Melbourne International Research Scholarships for Masters and PhD- Australia
The Melbourne Research Scholarship (MRS) was established by the University of Melbourne and is awarded to high achieving domestic and international research students. The University awards over 300 scholarships per year, including the Melbourne School of Engineering. From 2016, the Melbourne International Research Scholarship (MIRS) is part of the Melbourne Research Scholarship program.
NNPC/ ESSO International Postgraduate Scholarship for Nigerian Students
Mobil Producing Nigeria offers International Postgraduate Scholarships for Nigerian Students to study for masters in Geosciences and Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Electronics, Civil/Structural, Pipeline, Marine and Subsea).
Microsoft research PhD Fellowship in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering and Mathematics
Microsoft research offers an annual PhD Fellowship Program for PhD Students in their second or third year of PhD studies. Candidates undertaking courses in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics may be nominated by their universities where they are active, full-time students in a PhD program over two consecutive academic years.
Microsoft Research Graduate Women’s Scholarships, USA
The Microsoft Research Graduate Women’s Scholarship for international PhD Students in the field of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics, USA.
Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) Scholarship in Science, Engineering and Research
The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) Scholarship is offered annually to international candidates seeking admission to pursue a full-time PhD programme at Nanyang Technological University (NTU). The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) is a collaboration between the Agency for Science, Technology & Research (A*STAR), the National University of Singapore (NUS) and the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) to offer PhD training to be carried out in English at your chosen lab at A*STAR Research Institutes, NUS or NTU.
Doctoral Scholarship Program for Engineering Foreign Students at KUT, Japan
The Kochi University of Technology (KUT) Special Scholarship Program (SSP) on research projects in the field of Engineering for International Doctoral applicants, Japan. Program of Study: Doctoral Program (3 years), Department of Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering.
$37,000 yearly Facebook Fellowship Award for International Graduate Students
Facebook Fellowship Program is open to full-time PhD students (domestic and international) enrolled during the current academic year and studying computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, system architecture, or a related area.
Commonwealth Professional Fellowships for Developing Countries, UK
The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission is offering Research Fellowships for mid-career professionals of Developing Commonwealth Countries to study at a UK host organization. Priority will be given to applications with practical relevance in the following broadly-defined areas: Agriculture/fisheries/forestry, Economic growth, Education, Engineering/science/technology, Environment, Governance and Public health
NRF-TWAS Doctoral Scholarships / NRF-TWAS African Renaissance Doctoral Scholarships
The partnership between The NRF and The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) has led to the establishment of two Doctoral Scholarships namely; the NRF – TWAS Doctoral Scholarship and the NRF – TWAS African Renaissance Doctoral Scholarship. This award is strategically aimed at increasing and supporting Doctoral scholars from Africa and developing countries who will be funded per annum for a maximum of three (3) years to pursue full-time research training in South Africa. There will be an intake of 70 doctoral scholars each year for three (3) years.
Google Research Awards in Sciences and Engineering for Academic Institutions Worldwide
Google offers to $150,000 Faculty research Awards academic institutions worldwide pursuing innovative research in these areas. The Google Research Awards are one-year awards structured as unrestricted gifts to universities to support the work of world-class full-time faculty members at top universities around the world. Faculty members can apply for Research Awards by submitting a proposal to one of two bi-annual funding rounds.
Zayed Future Energy Prize of US$4 million for Entrepreneurs
The Prize fund comes from the Abu Dhabi Government as a way to honour and continue the legacy of the late founding father of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. Masdar, Abu Dhabi’s renewable energy company, manages the Zayed Future Energy Prize. A dedicated team works on the Prize all year round.
This annual award celebrates achievements that reflect impact, innovation, long-term vision and leadership in renewable energy and sustainability. You are invited to be a part of this vision and commitment to finding solutions that will meet the challenges of climate change, energy security and the environment.
Published Date : March 21, 2019
Categories : Contests/Awards, Engineering, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, July, Newsletter, Scholarships for Africans
The Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation is open for ambitious and talented sub-Saharan African engineers from all engineering fields to demonstrate innovative and engineering entrepreneurship skills
Application Deadline: 22nd July 2019 4pm BST
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Countries within Sub-Saharan Africa. For the purposes of the competition, sub-Saharan countries include:
Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Côte d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Liberia, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Crucial commercialisation support is awarded to a shortlist of innovative applicants through a six-month period of training and mentoring. Following this period of mentorship, finalists will be invited to present at an event held in Africa and a winner will be selected to receive £25,000 along with runners-up, who will each be awarded £10,000.
Eligibility: To be eligible,
Number of Awardees: not specified
Value of Prize: Finalists will be invited to present at an event held in Africa and a winner will be selected to receive £25,000 along with runners-up, who will each be awarded £10,000
Duration of Program: Crucial commercialisation support is awarded to a shortlist of innovative applicants, through a six month period of training and mentoring.
How to Apply: All applications must be submitted via the online grants system, applicants should ensure they read the guidance notes before submitting their application.
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Award Provider: Royal Academy of Engineering
Published Date : March 13, 2019
Categories : Internships, Jobs in Nigeria, Newsletter, Scholarship for Nigerians
Our graduate trainees are young men and women with little or no work experience. They undergo a structured Young Professionals Development (YPD) Programme that provides foundational development for building successful careers in NNPC.
Application Deadline: Ongoing
Eligible Countries: Nigeria
To be taken at(country):Successful candidates may be required to work in any of NNPC business locations across Nigeria.
About the Award: NNPC, an equal opportunity employer, offers exceptional career and development opportunities in a challenging and diverse workplace. We seek dynamic young talents and result-oriented experienced professionals who will make valuable contributions to the achievement of NNPC’s business goals.
Field of Study See below
Type: Job
Eligibility: NNPC welcomes applicants who hold any of the following qualifications in the disciplines listed below:
| SCIENCE | Geology, Geophysics, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Environmental Science, Basin Modelling, Surveying and Architecture. |
| ENGINEERING | Petroleum, Gas, Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Power, Software, Computer, Environmental, Marine, Materials/Metallurgical and Pipeline Engineering. |
| BUSINESS/MANAGEMENT | Business Administration, Accounting, Banking and Finance, Insurance, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Maritime Management, Purchasing & Supply, Management Information System and Human Resource Management. |
| SOCIAL SCIENCES | Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, Geography, Public Administration and International Relations/Studies. |
| ART/HUMANITIES | Mass Commuincation, English and History. |
| LAW | Law. |
Job Roles:
Key Functional Competencies:
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Award: As a young graduate, the YPD programme will grow you into a well-rounded technical/business management professional in 3 to 5 years.
Duration of Programme: Fulltime
How to Apply: Apply Here
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Published Date : March 8, 2019
Categories : Academic, Doctoral Scholarship, June, PhD Scholarships, Scholarship for Women
TWAS in association with OWSD is offering a fellowship program to support doctorate (PhD) studies to Women Scientists from Science and Technology Lagging Countries., who are interested in Maths science degrees.
Application Deadline: 30th May 2019
Eligible Countries: Developing countries
To be taken at (country): The award will give nominated students the opportunity to study in centres of excellence in the developing world, and help educate the next generation of mathematicians thereby advancing science in the home countries of those chosen for the fellowship.
Fields of Study:
01-Agricultural Sciences
02-Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology
03-Biological Systems and Organisms
04-Medical and Health Sciences incl. Neurosciences
05-Chemical Sciences
06-Engineering Sciences
08-Mathematical Sciences
09-Physics
About the Award: The “South to South PhD Training” fellowships for Women Scientists from Science and Technology Lagging Countries (STLCs) to undertake PhD research in the Natural, Engineering and Information Technology sciences at a host institute in the South. The fellowships are to be held at a centre of excellence in a developing country outside the applicant’s own country.
Candidates can choose between two study schemes:
The fellowship support is only provided while the student is on site, at the host institute.
Type: Postgraduate (Doctorate)
Eligibility: To be eligible, candidates must confirm that they intend to return to their home country as soon as possible after completion of the fellowship.
The minimum qualification is an MSc degree in one of the above listed study fields.
Number of Awardees: Not specified
Value of Scholarship: Each fellowship will cover the following:
Duration of Award: up to four years
How to Apply: The online application system will only accept applications complete in all parts, including the required documents. All documents must be uploaded through the online application system. Do not email any document to OWSD unless requested.
Visit Fellowship Webpage for details
Published Date : March 5, 2019
Categories : April, Entrepreneurship, Professional, Scholarship for Women
Inviting all female African innovators with an early stage engineering innovation or startup to apply for Africa Innovation Fellowship 2019.
Application Deadline: 1st April 2019.
About the Award:The Africa Innovation Fellowship, powered by WomEng and the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation is a nine-month leadership and business development opportunity for female African innovators with an early stage engineering innovation or startup. The Africa Innovation Fellowship aims to develop the talent pipeline for future cohorts of the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation.
Type: Fellowship, Entrepreneurship
Eligibility:
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Award:
Duration of Programme: The Africa Innovation Fellowship (AIF) kicks off with an in-person training week in Kampala, Uganda from the 2 – 5 June 2019, focused on idea and business incubation, leadership development, networking and getting pitch-ready. The Fellowship training week is followed by nine months of personalised virtual support with regular check-ins and milestones, ending in March 2020.
Eligible countries: Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Côte d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Liberia, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Swaziland/eSwatini, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
How to Apply: APPLY NOW
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Published Date : January 29, 2019
Categories : Internships, Jobs in Nigeria, Scholarship for Nigerians
General Electric Nigeria is seeking young, vibrant Engineering students who will join the technical team during vacation period through the Early Identification (EID) Internship Program .
Application Deadline: Ongoing
To Be Taken At (Country): Lagos, Nigeria
Type: Internship
Eligibility:
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Award: GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
How to Apply: APPLY NOW
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Published Date : January 14, 2019
Categories : July, Masters Scholarships, Scholarship for Nigerians, Scholarships, Scholarships in UK
The Faculty of Engineering at Strathclyde is delighted to offer the Dr Alex Ekwueme Scholarship for a Nigerian student planning to commence their postgraduate taught programme in engineering from September 2019.
Application Deadline: 30th April 2019
Eligible Countries: Nigeria
To Be Taken At (Country): UK
About the Award: Dr Ekwueme has a close affiliation with Strathclyde, having obtained his PhD in Architecture from Strathclyde. In 1979, he was elected the first Vice-President of Nigeria.
Applicants to this scholarship must hold an offer to study a postgraduate taught programme within the Faculty of Engineering from September 2018.
Fields of Study: Architecture, Electronic and electrical engineering, Civil and environmental engineering, Biomedical engineering, Design manufacture and engineering management, Mechanical and aerospace engineering, Chemical and process engineering, Naval architecture, ocean and marine engineering
Type: Masters (Research)
Eligibility: This award is open to an international fee paying student from Nigeria who has applied to a postgraduate taught degree in the Faculty of Engineering at Strathclyde for September 2018 start date.
Number of Awards: 1
Value of Award:The value of the award is £5,000 and will be awarded as a contribution to accommodation and living costs during the duration of study at Strathclyde.
Duration of Award: Once
How to Apply: Part of the application process includes completing a short application form and providing a personal statement of no more than 500 words that outlines why you believe you are a suitable candidate for the award.
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Published Date : November 14, 2018
Categories : Academic, March, Newsletter, PhD Scholarships, Professional, Scholarships in Asia, Scholarships in China, Sciences
According to an agreement between the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) and The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) for the advancement of science in developing countries, up to 200 students/scholars from all over the world will be sponsored to study in China for doctoral degrees for up to 4 years.
Application Deadline: 31st March 2019
Eligible Countries: International
To be taken at (country): China
Eligible Fields of Study:
01-Agricultural Sciences
02-Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology
03-Biological Systems and Organisms
04-Medical and Health Sciences incl. Neurosciences
05-Chemical Sciences
06-Engineering Sciences
07-Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences
08-Mathematical Sciences
09-Physics
About the Award: According to an agreement between the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) and The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) for the advancement of science in developing countries, up to 200 students/scholars from all over the world will be sponsored to study in China for doctoral degrees for up to 4 years.
This CAS-TWAS President’s Fellowship Programme provides students/scholars that are non-Chinese citizens an opportunity to pursue doctoral degrees at the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS), the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) or Institutes of CAS around China.
Under the terms of the CAS-TWAS agreement, travel from their home countries to China will be provided to the fellowship awardees in order to begin the fellowship in China (one trip only per student/scholar). TWAS will select 80 awardees from developing countries to support their international travel, while CAS will support the other 120. Visa fee will also be covered (once only per awardee) as a lump sum of USD 65 after all the awardees are on site in China. Any awardee on site in China, the host country, at the time of application will NOT be eligible for any travel or visa reimbursement.
Type: PhD
Eligibility: Applicants must:
Number of Awardees: 200
Value of Fellowship:
Duration of Fellowship: Up to 4 years
How to Apply:
Visit Fellowship Webpage for details
Published Date : November 13, 2018
Categories : Scholarship for Nigerians, Scholarships
Our Graduate Trainee Scheme is a 2-year intensive programme that introduces the trainees to hands-on roles and responsibilities. Training is broad based within our core businesses and functions, and delivered through class work, special projects, web learning, executive mentoring and exposure to business units, operations and functional areas.
Application Deadline: Ongoing
Eligible Countries: Nigeria
To be taken at (country): Nigeria
About the Award: The role belongs to Manufacturing & Operations Job Family. Successful candidates can over time progress within Power Plant operations, Production and Technical (Engineering) services across the Group.
Type: Job
Eligibility:
QUALIFICATION
EXPERIENCE
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Award: This is a Paid Job
Duration of Programme: 2 years
How to Apply: Apply in link below
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Published Date : November 8, 2018
Categories : Engineering, February, Management, Masters Scholarships, May, Newsletter, Postgraduate scholarship, Scholarship in Netherlands, Scholarships in Europe, Sciences
University of Twente, Netherlands opens application for international students to apply for the University Twente Scholarship (UTS) 2018.
Application Deadlines:
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries
To be taken at (country): University of Twente, Netherlands
Eligible Fields of Study
About Scholarship: The University Twente Scholarship (UTS) is a scholarship for excellent students from both EU/EEA as well as non-EU/EEA countries, applying for a graduate programme (MSc) at the University of Twente.
Type: Masters
Eligibility: In order to be eligible for a the University of Twente Scholarship, you should meet all the requirements below.
Value of Scholarship: €3,000 – €25,000 for one year. If you have applied for a two-year programme, make sure you read the information about two-year study programmes (link below).
Duration of Scholarship: one or two years
How to Apply: APPLY
You have to apply for a Master’s programme first. Once you applied for a Master’s programme and received a (conditional) admission letter, you can apply for the scholarship with your student number.
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Published Date : October 18, 2018
Categories : December, Middle East & North Africa, Scholarships in USA
The 2019 Fulbright Junior Faculty Development Program will bring young faculty members from Egypt to U.S. institutions for faculty development, mentoring, and cultural exchange activities in the fields of Renewable Energy and Engineering, Teaching of English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), and Public Health from June 30 through September 8, 2019.
Application Deadline: 1st December 2018
Eligible Countries: Egypt
To be taken at (country): USA
About the Award: During this 10-week program, faculty members will be introduced to new teaching and research methods, observe classes, attend seminars, and develop linkages with American faculty through weekly mentoring sessions. On-going community engagement with university-identified host families, volunteers, or others in the broader local community will facilitate the scholars’ participation in outreach activities, including visits to historical sites and attendance at cultural events. While introduction to new research methods in the scholars’ disciplines does constitute one component of the Fulbright Junior Faculty Development Program, the program is not intended to provide a venue for individual research projects.
Eligible Fields (Applicants from Egypt can only apply in one of the following fields):
Type: Short course
Eligibility:
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Award:
Duration of Programme: 10 weeks (June 30 through September 8, 2019)
How to Apply: A complete application will require completing the online application form in addition to uploading supplementary documents.
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Published Date : September 28, 2018
Categories : October, Scholarship for Nigerians, Undergraduate Scholarships
Applications are now open for the nationwide Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme at Guinness Nigeria Plc
Application Deadline: 12th October 2018
Eligible Countries: Nigeria
To be taken at (country): Nigeria
About the Award: This scholarship supports Guinness Nigeria’s commitment to implementing transformative schemes that foster youth development.
Eligible Fields of Study: Applications are open to students studying the following courses: Engineering & Sciences – Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Lab Science, Microbiology, Bio-Chemistry, Marketing & Sales, Human Resources/Industrial & Labour Relations and Accounting.
Type: Undergraduate
Eligibility:
Selection Criteria:
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Award: The scholarship will provide full tuition for students who are currently studying in Nigerian Universities and Polytechnics. Student from our host communities are encourage to apply.
How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should send the following details below to: [email protected]
Published Date : September 17, 2018
Categories : Internet & Tech, Newsletter, Other contests, Secondary School Scholarship
The Google Science Fair is a global online science and engineering competition open to individuals and teams from ages 13 to 18. Submit a science or engineering project and win unbelievable prizes.
Application Deadline: 12th December 2018
Eligible Countries: All
Eligible Field of Study: Science and engineering
About the Award: Throughout history many great scientists developed their curiosity for science at an early age and went on to make groundbreaking discoveries that changed the way we live. In partnership with the LEGO Group, National Geographic and Scientific American, Google is offering the annual Google Science Fair to find the next generation of scientists and engineers.
The Google science fair is inviting students ages 13-18 to participate in the largest online science competition and submit their ideas to change the world.
Type: contest
Eligibility: Students from age 13 to 18
Number of winners: The 16 global finalists, along with a parent or guardian, will travel to Google headquarters in Mountain View, CA to present their project to the judges and compete for the awards listed below.
Value of Price: The Grand Prize winner will receive $50,000 in scholarship funding.
How to Enter: Start your project
Here are some helpful hints to give your idea the best chance of winning:
Visit contest website to apply
Provider: Google
Published Date : August 9, 2018
Categories : Academic, November, Postgraduate scholarship, Research Grants, Sciences
The Department of Science & Technology (DST) now invites applications from the eligible researchers of the developing countries for the 3rd Phase (1st April 2018- 31st March 2023) of the RTF-DCS scheme.
Application Deadline: 30th November 2018
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Any developing country
To be taken at (country): India
Fields of Study: Agricultural Sciences; Biological and Medical Sciences; Chemical Sciences; Physical Sciences and Mathematics; Earth Sciences; Engineering Sciences; Materials, Minerals and Metallurgy; and Multi-disciplinary and other areas.
About the Award: The RTF-DCS is a India-destination Fellowship with the following objectives:
As a spin off, the Fellows may also have opportunity to get co-supervisors from India for their research projects for Ph.D. or M. Tech. degree on their return to their home countries.
Type: Research, Fellowship
Eligibility:
Selection Criteria: Selection will be made by a High-Level Selection Committee based on the quality of the research proposal submitted by the applicant and their academic merit.
Number of Awardees: 60
Value of Fellowship: Full financial assistance will be provided to the selected Fellows which will include the following:-
Also,
Then,
Individual Fellow, or his/ her government / institution, is required to bear the following costs:
Obligations of the RTF-DCS fellows
: The Fellows will observe the regulations and procedures stipulated below. If they fail to do so, the Fellowship shall be withdrawn.
Duration of Fellowship:
How to Apply: Application for the award of the Fellowship should be submitted ONLINE only along with the following documents to be uploaded:
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Award Provider:The Phase-III of the RTF-DCS Program shall be managed and implemented by Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI), New Delhi
Published Date : August 2, 2018
Categories : Doctoral Scholarship, Ghana, Masters Scholarships, Newsletter, PhD Scholarships, September
The Ghanaian Engineers & Architects Association of America (GEAAA) announces its Annual Scholarships & Grants availability for students from secondary, university and other tertiary institutions as well as researchers.
Application Deadline: 30th September, 2018
Eligible Countries: African countries
Type: Undergraduate, Graduate
About the Award: The scholarship awards are given by GEAAA annually to individuals who undertake innovations that provide practical solutions to technological problems pertaining to Africa, as well as contribute to its economic growth & quality of life. For non-student recipients the awards are given as grants. There are two categories of this scholarship:
2018 GEAAA Dr. Osei Kwabena Gyebi Scholarship Fund
Eligibility: To be eligible for this scholarship, candidate must:
Value of Scholarship:
Application Procedure:
In not more than 2 pages indicate the following:
2018 GEAAA Prof. Nicholas Kumapley Scholarship Fund
Eligibility:
Value of Scholarship: US$ 200 to U$500
Application Procedure:
In not more than 1 page indicate the following:
Number of Awardees: Not specified
Duration of Scholarships: One-time award
How to Apply: All applications and supporting documents must be submitted electronically to [email protected]
Visit 2018 GEAAA Dr. Osei Kwabena Gyebi Scholarship Webpage
Visit 2018 GEAAA Prof. Nicholas Kumapley Scholarship Webpage
Award Provider: Ghanaian Engineers & Architects Association of America (GEAAA)
Published Date : July 4, 2018
Categories : Academic, July, PhD Scholarships, Scholarships, Scholarships in Asia
The Fellowship programme is for young scientists from developing countries (other than Thailand) who wish to pursue advanced research in the biotechnology at the National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (BIOTEC) in Thailand.
Application Deadline: 31st July 2018
Eligible Countries: Developing Countries
To Be Taken At (Country): Thailand
Fields:
01-Agricultural Sciences
02-Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology
03-Biological Systems and Organisms
04-Medical and Health Sciences incl. Neurosciences
05-Chemical Sciences
Type: Postdoctoral
Eligibility: Applicants for these fellowships must meet the following criteria:
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Award: BIOTEC will provide a standard monthly allowance which should be used to cover living costs, such as accommodation and food.
Duration of Programme: Minimum of 12 months and a maximum of 24 months
How to Apply: Apply Here
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Award Providers: Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, Thailand, TWAS
Published Date : June 6, 2018
Categories : Engineering, July, Masters Scholarships, Scholarship for Nigerians
The NNPC/NAOC/OANDO Joint Venture in pursuance of its Corporate Social Responsibility invites suitably qualified applicants for its 2017/2018 Post Graduate Scholarship Award Scheme.
Application Deadline: 20th July 2018
Eligible Countries: Nigeria. Best performing graduates in the chosen disciplines below in company’s operational areas in Rivers, Bayelsa, Delta & Imo states.
To be taken at (country): Nigeria
Type: Masters
Eligibility:
Field of Study: Only candidates with offer of admission in any of the following disciplines should apply:
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Award: The scholarship award applies to tuition, books, accommodation and living expenses for selected course of study.
Duration of Programme: for the period of study. The aptitude test will take place at designated centers to be communicated to applicants on a later date and applicants are to fully bear the cost of transportation to and from Aptitude test centres.
How to Apply: To apply, candidates should follow the application steps in the Programme Webpage (Link below)
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Important Notes: The following categories of students should not apply:
Published Date : April 3, 2018
Categories : April, Engineering, Scholarships in UK
The Morton Award for International Excellence is awarded to the 10 highest academic achievers on entry to Chemical Engineering.
Application Deadline: Ongoing
Eligible Countries: International
To Be Taken At (Country): UK
Type: Masters
Eligibility:
Number of Awards: 10
Value of Award: £4,000. The scholarships are paid in instalments of £1,000 per year for all four years of the MEng course.
Duration of Program: 4
How to Apply: Visit link below
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Award Providers: University of Manchester
Published Date : March 1, 2018
Categories : April, Contests/Awards, Newsletter
The TWAS-Lenovo Science Prize is one of the most prestigious honours given to scientists from the developing world. In 2018 the prize will be given for outstanding achievements in Engineering Sciences. The winner receives USD100,000.
Application Deadline: 16th April 2018
Eligible Countries: Developing countries
About the Award: Lenovo is a US$45 billion global Fortune 500 company and a leader in providing innovative consumer, commercial, and enterprise technology. Its portfolio of high-quality, secure products and services covers PCs (including the legendary Think and multimode YOGA brands), workstations, servers, storage, smart TVs and a family of mobile products like smartphones (including the Motorola brand), tablets and apps.
The rapid growth Lenovo has recently experienced in emerging markets has prompted the company to partner with TWAS to launch a high-level prize to give international recognition and visibility to individual scientists in the developing world for their outstanding scientific achievements.
Nominations. Nominations are invited from TWAS members, selected individuals, as well as from science academies, national research councils, universities and scientific institutions. Nominations of women scientists are particularly encouraged. Self-nominations and nominations from jury members will not be accepted.
Field of Award: During the first four-year cycle (2013-2016), the prize subject focused on the basic sciences, with the specific subject area changing each year: physics and astronomy (2013), biological sciences (2014), mathematics (2015) and chemical sciences (2016). During the second four-year cycle (2017-2020) the prize subjects will be: Geological Sciences (2017), Engineering Sciences (2018), Agricultural Sciences (2019), Social Sciences (2020).
For the 2018 edition of the prize, TWAS will consider candidates with world-class achievements in Engineering Sciences.
Type: Award
Eligibility:
Selection: The evaluation and selection will be carried out by an authoritative international jury chaired by the TWAS president and including a representative from Lenovo.
Number of Awardees: 1
Value of Award: The TWAS-Lenovo Science Prize will carry a monetary award of USD100,000 provided by Lenovo, as well as a medal and a certificate highlighting the recipient’s major contributions to science. The prize will be presented to the recipient at a special ceremony arranged by TWAS.
How to Apply: It is important to go through the Award Webpage (See link below) before applying.
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Award Provider: Lenovo, TWAS
Published Date : February 12, 2018
Categories : March, Masters Scholarships
The Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology (E-JUST) invites applicants from African countries to apply for MSc. (2 years) program for Fall 2018 semester.
Application Deadline: 1st March 2018
Eligible Countries: Applicant must be a holder of nationality of Iraq, Jordon, Yemen or a country in Africa except Egypt where JICA/JOCV office and the embassy of Egypt are located or accredited to
To Be Taken At (Country): Egypt
Fields of Study:
Type: Masters
Eligibility:
• E-JUST Interview
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Award: The Scholarship is a full scholarship that covers
Duration of Program: 2 Years.
How to Apply: Apply Now
It is important to go through the Scholarship Terms and Conditions and General Admission requirements before applying.
Visit the Program Webpage for Details
Award Providers: Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology (E-JUST)
Published Date : February 7, 2018
Categories : Kenya, March, Masters Scholarships, Scholarships in USA, Tanzania, Uganda
The East African Development Bank and the Africa-America Institute are pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2018-2019 EADB Math, Science, Technology and Engineering University Scholarship Program.
Application Deadline: 7th March, 2018.
Eligible Countries: Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda
To Be Taken At (Country): Rutgers University in New Jersey, USA.
About the Award: In partnership with the Africa-America Institute (AAI), the East African Development Bank (EADB) launched the EADB Math, Science, Technology and Engineering University Scholarship Program in 2015 to support the capacity of regional faculty teaching in fields (science, technology, engineering and math) which are critical to local employment and the growth of national economies. The fast-track, 12 month scholarships provide experienced teachers and lecturers from EADB member countries (Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda) to earn a Masters’ degree in science, technology, engineering and Math (STEM) at Rutgers University in New Jersey, USA.
Since 2015, eight students have received this full scholarship to pursue a graduate degree at Rutgers University. As alumni, they have returned to their respective countries and are contributing towards building a skilled workforce in STEM fields in East Africa.
Fields of Study: The following Masters Degrees are eligible under the EADB-AAI STEM Graduate Program:
Type: Masters
Eligibility: To be eligible for this prestigious scholarship, candidate must meet the following requirements:
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Award: full scholarship
Duration of Program: 12 months
How to Apply:
It is important to go through the procedures for application before and while applying.
Visit the Program Webpage for Details
Award Providers: Africa-America Institute (AAI), the East African Development Bank (EADB)
Published Date : January 30, 2018
Categories : April, Doctoral Scholarship, Masters Scholarships, Newsletter, Scholarships in Asia, Scholarships in China, Undergraduate Scholarships
Scholarships for undergraduate, masters and doctoral International applicants at the Xiamen University China, in accordance with the Chinese Government Scholarship Programme 2018.
Application Deadline: Application starts from 1st February to April 30, 2018 (annually)
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: International
To be taken at (country): Xiamen University, China
Accepted Subject Areas: Most undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programmes are taught in Chinese. However these courses are offered in English language and are eligible for the scholarship among other Chinese taught courses.
Undergraduate programme: Economics
Masters Programme: Chinese Philosophy, Civil and Commercial Law, International Relations, International Business, Marine Affairs, Chemical Engineering, Physical Chemistry (Electrochemistry), Finance (Applied Finance), Financial Engineering, Western Economics
Doctoral Programme:Archaeology & Museology, History of Specialized Field, Chinese Modern and Contemporary History, World History, Anthropology, Statistics, World Economy, International Trade, Energy Economics, Western Economics, Finance, Quantitative Economics, Statistics, Labor Economics, Regional Economics, International Law, Intellectual Property Law, English Language and Literature, Electromechanical Engineering, Condensed Matter Physics, Radio Physics, Electromagnetic Field and Microwave Technology, Basic Mathematics, Computational Mathematics, Probability & Mathematical Statistics, Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Chemistry and Physics of Polymers, Materials Physics and Chemistry, Physical Oceanography, Marine Biology, Marine Chemistry, Marine Physics, Marine Geology, Integrated Coastal Zone Management, Marine Biotechnology, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, World Economy, Theory of Political Science, History of Specialized Field
About Scholarship
The Xiamen University in China offers scholarships for doctoral, master’s and undergraduate candidates. The first-class scholarship for doctoral and master’s candidates will have their tuition fees covered (a maximum of 3 years for doctoral programmes, 2-3 years for master’s programmes). Meanwhile, the University provides monthly living allowance for outstanding doctoral and master’s candidates in accordance with the Chinese Government Scholarships (RMB 2,000 /month /person for doctoral students; RMB 1,700/month/person for master’s students). Bachelor’s candidates will not be provided with the first-class scholarship.
The second-class scholarship will have the awardees’ tuition fees covered (a maximum of 3 years for doctoral programmes , 2-3 years for master’s programmes ; 4-5 years for bachelor’s programmes).
By what Criteria is Selection Made?
Scholarship assessment will be on the basis of application documents, applicant’s academic performance and overall quality, and their supervisor’s opinions. The recipients’ academic performance will be assessed each year and only those achieving the required standard will have their scholarship renewed for the following year.
Who is qualified to apply?
Number of Scholarships: 24 (including 8 for doctoral candidates, 11 for master’s candidates and 5 for undergraduate candidates)
Value of Scholarships: Scholarship awardees will have their tuitions covered. Two kinds of scholarships exist:
The first-class scholarships for doctoral and master’s candidates will have their tuition covered (a maximum of 4 years for doctoral programmes, 2 or 3 years for master’s programmes) and offer monthly living allowance (RMB 3,500 for each doctoral student; RMB 3,000 for each master’s student). Undergraduate candidates will not be provided with the first-class scholarship.
The second-class scholarships will have the awardees’ tuition covered (a maximum of 4 years for doctoral programmes, 2 or 3 years for master’s programmes, 4 or 5 years for undergraduate programmes).
How long will sponsorship last?
How to Apply: Applicants will be eligible for scholarship assessment only after they are admitted to the undergraduate, masters or doctoral programme of Xiamen University.
Visit the Scholarship Webpage for details
Sponsors: Xiamen University, China Government
Important Notes: The result is expected to be out in early June and will be published on the website of the Admissions Office. Awardees will be notified via email and their certificate of award will be sent out as soon as possible.
Published Date : November 13, 2017
Categories : Internships, Jobs in Nigeria, November, Scholarship for Nigerians
Seplat Petroleum Development Company PLC invites applications for its 2018 Graduate Scheme (GS).
Application Deadline: 23rd November, 2017.
Eligible Countries: Nigeria
To Be Taken At (Country): Nigeria
About the Award: The Graduate Scheme is a 4-6 year programme designed to attract, retain and accelerate the development of young, talented and ambitious graduates through a combination of on-the-job training and structured learning and development programme. The GS will equip participants with the appropriate competencies and provide experiences that will facilitate their integration into a challenging business environment and enable them to unleash their potential in a truly rewarding work environment that we provide. Throughout this campaign we aim to provide a world-class candidate experience that will enable us to secure the best talents and enhance our reputation as an ‘employer of choice’.
Type: Internship/Job
Eligibility: Prospective candidates must meet the following requirements:
Selection Criteria: Prospective candidates should also be able to demonstrate the following attributes:
Number of Awards: Not specified
Duration of Program: 4-6 years
How to Apply:
Visit the Program Webpage for Details
Award Providers: Seplat Petroleum Development Company PLC
Published Date : September 22, 2017
Categories : Engineering, Masters Scholarships, November, Scholarship in Netherlands, Scholarships, Sciences
Fifteen top talents will be admitted to the first edition of the MSc in Sanitation (academic cohort 2018-2019) and will receive a scholarship.
Application Deadline: 15th November 2017 (23.59 CET).
Offered Annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: All. Countries in South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africawill be given priority.
To Be Taken At (Country): The Netherlands
About the Award: In partnership with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), IHE Delft Institute for Water Education (IHE Delft) has launched a new Master of Science Programme in Sanitation. It is a unique, internationally recognized programme, designed for completion in 12 months.
The programme with scholarships available for top talents, is based at IHE Delft in the Netherlands, with thesis work abroad, while, in the near future, the programme will also be available at universities in Asia, Africa and Latin America.
The state-of-the-art content was developed and provided by the world’s top experts from both academia and practice. This demand-driven and practice orientated programme will yield graduates with fundamental understanding and knowledge, as well as the skills necessary for creating impact.
Type: Masters
Eligibility:
Selection Criteria: While being at MSc level, the programme has a professional orientation. It is demand-driven, delivering graduates with the qualifications required by the sanitation sector. These areas will be prominent in the programme:
As a result, graduates will possess both the fundamental understanding, as well as the knowledge and skills necessary, to create professional impact ‘on the ground’.
Number of Awards: 15
Value of Award:
Duration of Program: 1 year
How to Apply: Read more about admission requirements and how to apply.
Visit the Program Webpage for Details
Award Providers: Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, IHE Delft.
Published Date : June 23, 2017
Categories : Blog Entry, Newsletter, Scholarship for Women
Women in science are a rare sight and are even a disturbing one according to Nobel Prize winner, Tim Hunt who sparked controversy when he claimed that women should not be in science, as they can prove distracting to male scientists in the workplace.
Although this claim might sound outrageous, it is however true that there needs to be an upsurge of women in Science and STEM roles, especially on the African continent. It is in the light of this that we attempt to (further) push the awareness by putting focus on some remarkable female scientists who have made it against the odds, and the support systems they have set up to encourage women to pursue careers in science and technology in Africa.
1. Wangari Muta Maathai, Agriculture, Kenya
Wangari Muta Maathai is the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. She was also the first female scholar from East and Central Africa to take a doctorate (in biology), and the first female professor ever in her home country of Kenya. In 1977, she started The Green Belt Movement aimed at countering the deforestation that was threatening the means of subsistence of the agricultural population. The campaign encouraged women to plant trees in their local environments and to think ecologically. The Green Belt Movement spread to other African countries, and contributed to the planting of over thirty million trees.
Dr. Maathai’s courage and life’s work has left a positive legacy for women scientists in Africa, one which perpetuates hope and proves that change is possible through education.
2. Tebello Nyokong, Chemistry, South Africa
Tebello Nyokong is one of Africa’s ten most influential women in science and technology. The recipient of a South African Chemical Institute Gold Medal, a National Research Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award, a L’Oreal-UNESCO Award for Women in Science and the Presidency of South Africa’s Order of Mapungubwe in Bronze.
A former Fulbright Scholar who featured in 21 Icons South Africa, Nyokong is a distinguished professor of chemistry at Rhodes University, where she has supervised over 80 post graduate research theses. And all Tebello Nyokong dreamt of as a child was owning a pair of shoes. At 65 years of age, she continues to make strides forward, each one inspiring young women in science to step up and lead South Africa’s quest for knowledge and innovation into the next decade.
3. Ola Orekunrin, Medicine, Nigeria
Dr Ola Orekunrin is the founder and Managing Director of Flying Doctors Nigeria Ltd., the first indigenous air ambulance in West Africa based in Lagos, Nigeria. Orekunrin’s company, featured on the BBC, CNN and NPR, provides urgent helicopter,medical repatriation to medical facilities abroad, medico-logistics, inter-hospital transfers and evacuation services. Ore has been listed as one of forbes 30 under 30 entrepreneurs and is no doubt an inspiration to female doctors who aspire to be innovative.
4. Ncumisa Jilata, Neurosurgeon, South Africa
South African Dr Ncumisa Jilata 29, has become Africa’s youngest neurosurgeon following her Fellowship graduation in May 2017. Jilata is also one of only five black female brain surgeons in South Africa. She joins 150 other female doctors and medical residents working in the neurosurgical field across Africa, according to the most recent survey by the World Federation of Neurological Societies.
She hopes that her landmark achievement will inspire more female medical students to add to much-needed surgical expertise on the continent. Jilata was inspired while still in high school to follow her dream of becoming a brain surgeon.
5. Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, Biologist, Mauritius
Ameenah Gurib-Fakim 57, also known as the Presidential Scientist, is a Mauritian biodiversity scientist and the current President of Mauritius since 2015. Ameenah has been particularly committed to promoting the use of African medicinal plants that can be used to replace conventional—and expensive—medications sold in pharmacies. Her research led to her co-authoring more than twenty books and nearly 80 publications in the field, as well as being co- editor of several volumes.
During her career, she has led numerous projects supported by international agencies such as the United Nations, the European Union and the Canadian Development Agency. She is an advisor to the International Science Foundation of Sweden and member of the Scientific Committee of the International Program in Chemical Sciences, at the University of Uppsala. She is an expert consultant for Infectious Diseases, a special program of the UNICEF/UNDP/World Bank/WHO. She founded the CEPHYR, the Herbal Center for Research and Development, based in Mauritius and its partner laboratory Elabio in Paris.
6. Nashwa Eassa, Nanoparticle Physicist, Sudan
Dr. Nashwa has a Master of Science in Material Physics and Nanotechnology and is pursuing a Postdoctoral fellowship in nano-photonics. She founded Sudanese Women in Science and due to her research in nanoparticle physics, won the Elsevier Foundation Award for Early Career Women Scientists in the Developing World in 2015. She is also the assistant professor of physics at Al Neelain University, Khartoum and is currently collaborating on a project that aims at sanitizing water through solar radiation.
7. Godliver Businge, Civil Engineer, Uganda
Godliver graduated from St Joseph’s Technical Institute in Kisubi in 2012, and began her career as a civil engineer by joining the Global Women’s Water Initiative. Here, she works on teaching rural women about construction and setting up water, sanitation, and hygiene-businesses (WASH), such as latrines. She also hosted a radio show, “Ladies Night” which was focused on creating awareness of the values of educating girls. She was also listed as a Female Water Role Model by Reuters’ trust.org.
8. Anne-Marie Imafidon, STEM Education, Nigeria
Anne-Marie Imafidon 27, is a computing, mathematics and language child prodigy. She is the eldest child of a Nigerian family described by experts as “world’s smartest family”. She and her 3 younger siblings, Christina and twins Peter and Paula, are child prodigies, breaking age records in educational attainments.
At the age of 10, Imafidon could speak six languages. and also won a scholarship to the private School St Joseph’s Convent School in Reading, a year younger than usual. At 13, she received a British scholarship to study mathematics at Johns Hopkins University. At 17, she started a master’s degree at Oxford University and, at 19 in June 2010, she became the youngest ever graduate with a master’s degree.
She is founder and CEO of STEMettes, a social organisation with the vision to get more women into Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM). Queen Elizabeth II, awarded Nigeria’s Anne-Marie Imafidon an MBE, Member of the Order of the British Empire, for her work inspiring the next generation of women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
9. Nagwa Abdel Meguid, Geneticist, Egypt
Dr. Nagwa is a notable geneticist who has identified several genetic mutations that cause common syndromes such as the fragile X syndrome and Autism. In 2002, she won the L’Oreal UNESCO Award for Women in Science for Africa and the Middle East. Since then, she has set up clinics for children with special needs, as well as dealing with early intervention. She is also a member of several groups such as the Gender Research in Africa into Information Communication Technologies for Empowerment (GRACE), as well as Autism-Open Access, to name a few.
10. Juliana Rotich, Technologist, Kenya
Juliana Rotich is an information technology professional who has developed web tools for crowdsourcing crisis information and coverage of topics related to the environment.
In 2007, during Kenya’s post-election violence, Juliana Rotich co-founded a software platform,Ushahidi.com, where citizens could report incidences of violence and have them mapped out via Google Maps; this is now a trend in social media activism. She is also the founder of iHub, an innovation hub for other like-minded technologists, and Mobisoko, a mobile app marketplace. As if all that wasn’t enough, Juliana is also a TED Senior Fellow, was named among The Guardian’s 100 Top Women, and serves on the World Economic Forum Global Agenda Council on Information Communications Technology.
Women, technology and science combined are undoubtedly a winning combination for sustained growth and socio-economic development in Africa. As Christine Lagarde, the managing director of the International Monetary Fund, said at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, “When women do better, economies do better.”
So if you are a woman in science, or you’ve been simply looking for some motivation, these are just a few of the many African scientists making the world a better place. Take that great stride towards challenging stereotypes and create the future of your dreams.
Published Date : June 22, 2017
Categories : Academic, August, Newsletter, PhD Scholarships, Sciences
The TWAS-CIIT Fellowship Programme for Postgraduate Research offers fellowships to young scientists from developing countries (other than Pakistan) who wish to obtain all or part (sandwich or full-time) of their PhD in natural or social sciences.
Application Deadline: 31st August, 2017
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Developing countries
To be taken at (country): Pakistan
Eligible Field of Study: An eligible candidate must hold an MSc degree in a field of natural sciences(Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology, Biological Systems and Organisms, Chemical Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Mathematical Sciences and Physics). If applying in a field of eligible social sciences, hold an MSc degree in a field of social sciences.
About the Award: The TWAS-CIIT Fellowship Programme for Postgraduate Research offers fellowships to young scientists from developing countries (other than Pakistan) who wish to obtain all or part (sandwich or full-time) of their PhD in natural or social sciences. Duration: minimum of six months to a maximum of 3 years (up to 18 months for a sandwich programme).
Type: PhD Fellowship
Eligibility: Candidates for this fellowship must meet the following criteria:
Number of Awardees: Not specified
Value of Fellowship: CIIT will provide a monthly stipend which should be used to cover living costs such as food, accommodation and health insurance. The monthly stipend will not be convertible into foreign currency.
Duration of Fellowship: Minimum of six months to a maximum of 3 years (up to 18 months for a sandwich programme)
How to Apply: Starting in 2017, applications can only be submitted via the online portal using the APPLY NOW button at the bottom of this page.
Visit Fellowship Webpage for details
Award Provider: TWAS, COMSATS Institute of Information Technology(CIIT)
Published Date : May 11, 2017
Categories : Agriculture Scholarships, Economics, Engineering, Humanities, IT and Computer, June, Law Scholarship, Medicine Scholarship, Newsletter, Nursing Scholarship, Scholarship for Nigerians, Sciences
The David Oyedepo Foundation OneWorld Merit scholarship award is our major platform for promoting the Foundation’s vision and goals.
Application Deadline: 15th June, 2017
To be taken at (country): Nigeria
Schools: Covenant University, Landmark University, University of Ibadan, University of Lagos, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ahmadu Bello University, University of Ilorin, University of Nigeria, University of Benin, University of Abuja, University of Port Harcourt, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Usman Dan-fodio University, Lagos State University, Federal University of Technology, Akure, Babcock University, Bayero University, Kano and American University of Nigeria.
Field(s) of Study: Programs covered by the DOF OneWorld Merit Scholarship Award are: Accounting, Agricultural And Biosystem Engineering, Animal Science, Applied Biology and Biotechnology, Architecture, Biochemistry, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Crop Science, Economics, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electrical And Information Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management, Information & Communications Technology,International Relations, Law, Mechanical/Civil Engineering, Medicine and Surgery, Microbiology, Nursing, Petroleum Engineering, Soil Science.
About the Award: This course-specific scholarship, which grants New and Returning students the opportunity to study in select top-rated Nigerian universities seeks to develop youth leaders who are ready to put their learned skills to work in leading organizations, communities and their local countries. In addition to maintaining a high academic standard and demonstrating a commitment to continuous capacity development as leaders, students on this scholarship would be expected to carry out a community development project and would be expected to work in a social impact driven organization each summer for a 6-week period as a volunteer under standard work conditions.
Type: Undergeraduate
Eligibility: The scholarships are open to New and Returning Student categories who are citizens and residents of African Countries. The David Oyedepo Foundation OneWorld Merit Scholarship Award is open to Young Africans who:
Selection Criteria: Scholars must meet set DOF criteria in order for the scholarship to be renewed at the commencement of each new session.
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Program: Full academic tuition as stipulated by school for selected course
Duration of Program: The scholarship is for 4 or 5 years (subject to the university’s stipulated time for course completion).
How to Apply: Applicants should visit the foundation’s website http://davidoyedepofoundation.org/portal/scholarship. Read the application instructions and complete the online applications. Applicants must submit the application form and all required documents stated on the webpage.
Visit Program Webpage for details
Award Provider: David Oyedepo Foundation
Important Notes: New Student applications are applicable to prospective freshers only, i.e. 100 level.
Returning Student Applications are applicable to students who are already enrolled and are currently undergoing an undergraduate degree program, i.e. 200 level – 500 level.
Published Date : April 12, 2017
Categories : July, Scholarship for Nigerians, Undergraduate Scholarships
Total E&P Nigeria Limited through the Institute of Petroleum Studies, University of Port Harcourt is offering scholarships to Postgraduate Nigerian students of the University of Portharcourt for Post Graduate Diploma in Petroleum Technology programme 2017/2018.
Application Timeline:
To be taken at (country): Nigeria
About the Award: The aim of this operations-oriented Post Graduate Diploma in Petroleum Technology programme, sponsored by TOTAL E&P NIGERIA LIMITED, is to improve the technical competence and skills of graduates from the communities in which they operate to make them effective and competitive for recruitment in the petroleum industry.
On completion of this programme, the graduates will among other skills, be able to:
Type: Postgraduate
Eligibility: Candidates must possess a minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division), Bachelor’s Degree in any branch of Engineering and the Physical/Chemical Sciences and should have completed their NYSC. There shall be written test and oral screening to further determine suitability of candidates.
Number of Awardees: Not specified
Value of Scholarship:
How to Apply: A non-refundable application fee of Fifteen Thousand Naira (#15, 000) in certified bank draft shall be made payable to the Institute of Petroleum Studies, University of Port Harcourt. Applicants should include a pre-paid FedEx envelope with the draft and collect the form in person. Forms can be filled online from IPS website and also make payment online.
Visit Scholarship Webpage for details
Award Provider: Total E&P Nigeria Limited
Important Notes: Note that sponsorship of candidate(s) by any of the participating companies does not guarantee recruitment of such candidate(s) into their Employment at the end of the programme)
Published Date : March 21, 2017
Categories : August, Masters Scholarships, Newsletter, PhD Scholarships, Scholarships in China, Undergraduate Scholarships
In order to further develop the education of international students, Jiangsu University provides scholarship for international students getting registered for English-taught degree education at Jiangsu University.
Application Deadline: 10th August 2017
Eligible Countries: International
To be taken at (country): China
Type: All master and PhD students and some bachelor* students
Field of Study: Bachelor programs covered under Presidential Scholarship:
Eligibility:
Number of Awardees: Not specified
Value of Scholarship: Partial Scholarship
How to Apply:
Visit Scholarship Webpage for details
Award Provider: Jiangsu University
Published Date : January 19, 2017
Categories : Interviews, MasterCard Foundation Scholarship, Newsletter
Ugo Ndem-Chijioke and Oghenebrorhie Emuophedaro are two straight As’ students from humble backgrounds in Nigeria who became winners of the University of Toronto MasterCard scholarship in 2015 and 2016 respectively. ‘Brorhie as he prefers to be called and Ugo, both undergraduate students of Chemical Engineering, share their hurdles and experiences of winning a scholarship in this fun interview with After School Africa.
Did you know each other from Nigeria or you met in Canada?
Both: We met in Canada.
Ugo: We happen to be in the same department in the same school and then later, we found out we had both won the same scholarship.
So tell me how you got to know about the MasterCard scholarship
Ugo: It was through a scholarship site which I stumbled upon on Facebook.
Brorhie: I was really not looking for scholarships. I was simply applying for admission into several schools and a scholarship is just something I thought would come with my gaining admission into a school. Then one day, my mother saw the MasterCard scholarship and asked me to apply for it.
Why did you select Canada?
Brorhie: It was not even my intention. In fact, all the schools I was applying to were US schools because I wanted to have my education in the United States. I applied to as many as 16 schools in the US and then University of Toronto in Canada making the number of schools I applied to 17. I applied to the University of Toronto through the MasterCard scholarship and I got in.
{To Brorhie}: Was that the only school that accepted you?
Brorhie: No. Out of 17 schools, I gained full admission into only 4 of them. The University of Michigan, University of North Texas and another one I cannot remember at the moment were the schools in the US that accepted me. Then the University of Toronto in Canada too.
{To Ugo} Why did you select Canada?
Ugo: Like him (Brorhie), Canada wasn’t my intentional choice. I was in 100 level at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ife but I knew I wanted to continue my education abroad and then one day, I saw an advert about the scholarship on Facebook and then I applied. That was the only school abroad that I applied to and got admission in. I applied in 2014, got a response from the school in March 2015 and by September 2015 I began in my new school.
Wow. That must have been a proud moment for you.
Ugo: Yes it was. I felt great when I got my letter of admission. I was happy. My family members were happy for me too but they were sad that I would have to leave Nigeria. They expressed some concerns like “it’s too far” or “hope she doesn’t get kidnapped!”
{To Brorhie}: How did you feel winning this scholarship?
Brorhie: When I got the message that I was a finalist of the University of Toronto MasterCard scholarship, I was happy. I guess my mother was the happier of the two of us.
What were your exact thoughts before you applied for the scholarship? Did you think you were going to win it?
Brorhie: I don’t know. I was just applying and spreading my net. Like I said earlier, I applied to as many as 17 different schools. I was not thinking about winning or losing.
Ugo: it wasn’t something I was thinking of at that moment. Losing I mean. I simply made sure my application was in order and I believed I would get the scholarship.
So what was it about you that made you win this scholarship?
Ugo: One thing that mattered a lot in my application was my essay. In fact many foreign schools use a candidate’s essay a lot to determine the student’s qualification. In your essay they want to see that you are interested in giving back to Africa. I think I am passionate about how I want to give back to my community after studying at the University of Toronto and that’s probably what the scholarship officials saw.
I also love to teach. I used to volunteer to teach students and I put all that in my essay. So generally, extracurricular activities actually helped to beef up my essay.
Brorhie: That and good grades. My WAEC result contributed a great deal to my winning this scholarship. I had all As’ in my result. Then in my essay, I had a lot of extra-curricular activities and I think that’s the kind of thing scholarship officials want to see. Back home, I used to be involved in track and field events and then I also played musical instruments in my church. Penning down social activities that you are involved in gives the scholarship officials a sense of who you are.
Another thing that may have gotten me this scholarship is what Ugo mentioned and that was my desire to develop Africa in return for the scholarship. So I think thoughtfully writing my essay and putting all these necessary things in it went a long way.
What are your long-term goals and how will study at the University of Toronto enable you reach your life goals?
Ugo: I want to give back to Africa so after my schooling here I would like to set up an organization for girls. There is a serious dearth of STEM education for girls in Africa and we need to fill that space. Girls in Africa need to know that they can be what they dream to become. They need to know that they can also study science subjects like mine (Chemical Engineering). So studying at the University of Toronto through the MasterCard scholarship will expose me to practical ways of how things are done in a developed world. I would want to take all my experience back to Africa so I can contribute to development in my little way.
Brorhie: When I was much younger, I was interested in learning about why there is no proper growth in the oil and gas industry. Now I think my plans have metamorphosed into bigger things. I have a different dream now but I am still thinking about the best way to solve the issues of my beloved continent.
What advice or encouragement will you give to students who are searching for scholarship?
Brorhie: My advice to students is to believe in themselves. There is no way you will even apply to some schools without having the confidence that you are worthy of that school. So students should believe in themselves
Ugo: Well if you know that you would want a scholarship in future, you should prepare early to get it. You cannot just wake up one morning and say that you want to apply, you know. A student will start from the beginning to study hard so that he/she can get good grades that will stand out and qualify him/her for anything like a scholarship for example.
Also, concerning your scholarship essay, make your essay shiny. You must have a well written essay. In your essay, the scholarship officials want to see that you have been involved in extracurricular activities so the best way to go about this would be to volunteer for relevant programs in your community.
Before we go, what do you think about ASA?
Ugo: I think what After School Africa is doing is very great. One thing they can work on is compartmentalizing their scholarships to maybe suit some age groups; for example scholarships for undergraduates… (Brorhie cuts in) They have that already.
Interviewer: Yes we do (General laughter).
Any last words?
Brorhie: I think my last words will be to African youths to tell them to put themselves out there and never stop dreaming.
Ugo: Yes. The youth of Africa should believe. They should believe in themselves that they can be anything they want to be and the opportunities for them to reach their goals actually exist.
Published Date : October 4, 2016
Categories : March, Scholarship for Women, Scholarship in Netherlands
The Professor De Winter Master’s Scholarships in Netherlands for Women at University of Twente for Students of Non-EU/EEA Countries for the September 2017 academic session.
Application Deadline: 31 March 2017 | Offered annually? Yes
To be taken at (country): University of Twente, Netherland
Eligible Field of Study
About Scholarship: The Professor de Winter Scholarship is provided by the inheritors of Professor de Winter and his wife. Professor de Winter was one of the founders of the research and education department of the ‘Technische Hogeschool Twente’ – which later became the University of Twente. In 1969 he became the first career counselor of Technical Physics. At that time, he had already been appointed as professor of Applied Physics at the department of Electrical Engineering.
Type: Masters degree
Selection Criteria and Eligibility: This scholarship is only available to excellent female students.
Number of Scholarships: not specified
Value of Scholarship:
Two-year study programme: The selected study programmes for this scholarship have a duration of two years. Students can receive an additional scholarship amount equal to that in the first year to cover the expenses of the second year. However, the scholarship will only be continued during the second when students meet the process requirements for the scholarship. These progress requirements in order to get a scholarship for the second year are:
Duration of Scholarship: two years
Eligible Countries:
How to Apply: You cannot apply for a Professor de Winter scholarship yourself. You need to be nominated by your faculty, after you have applied for the University of Twente Scholarship (UTS) (link the Webpage link below)
Visit Scholarship Webpage for Details and to Apply (‘Application’ at the Left-hand corner)
Important Note: It is important to carefully read the information on the Scholarship Webpage before applying.
Published Date : September 28, 2016
Categories : Engineering, IT and Computer, July, Masters Scholarships, Medicine Scholarship, October, Scholarships in UK, Sciences
The Developing Solutions Scholarship Fund will reach out to students who have the potential to make a real difference to the development and prosperity of their home countries.
Application Deadline: application for December 2017 intake closes 13th October 2017.
Successful applicants will be notified by 30th October 2017
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Developing and Third World countries
To be taken at (country): Malaysia
Eligible Fields of Study:
About the Award: Nottingham University, Malaysia is pleased to offer scholarships for international students starting full-time Masters taught courses. 10 awards of 100% tuition fee scholarships are available for students from the developing and third world countries registering for taught Masters programmes at Malaysia Campus in areas related to science, technology and education.
Type: Masters Taught
Eligibility: In order to apply for one of these scholarships, candidate must;
Number of Awardees: 10
Value of Scholarship: 100% tuition fee waiver
Duration of Scholarship: Whole duration of programme
How to Apply:
Visit Scholarship Webpage for details
Award Provider: Nottingham University, Malaysia campus
Published Date : August 29, 2016
Categories : Engineering, Newsletter, PhD Scholarships, Scholarships in UK, September
Scholarship Name: Colin Grant Global Excellence Awards
Application Deadline: 28th September 2016
Brief description: The Department of Chemical and Process Engineering at the University of Strathclyde offers students the opportunity to study for a PhD with competitive support, and welcomes all applicants both home/EU and international.
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: International, UK/EU
To be taken at (country): University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK
Eligible Field of Study: Chemical and Process Engineering
About the Award: By introducing Colin Grant Global Excellence Awards, the Department of Chemical and Process Engineering aims to support its PhD students’ excellence in Chemical Engineering field.
Type: PhD research
Eligibility: A candidate must:
Number of Awardees: 3
Value of Scholarship: £3,000 tuition fee waiver
Duration of Scholarship: 3 years
How to Apply: To apply for a PhD in the Department of Chemical & Process Engineering, please see here.
Colin Grant Global Excellence Awards application forms may be requested from [email protected]
Visit Scholarship Webpage for details
Award Provider: Colin Grant Global Excellence Awards, University of Strathclyde
Published Date : August 4, 2016
Categories : August, Ghana, Masters Scholarships, Newsletter, Research Grants, Sciences
Brief description: The Department of Chemical Engineering in KNUST is seeking to engage suitably qualified graduate students for post-graduate research programme in Second Generation Biofuel Production from Waste Resources in Ghana.
Application Deadline: 20th August, 2016
Offered annually? No
Eligible Countries: African countries
To be taken at (country): Ghana
Research Theme: Biofuels from Lignocellulosic Materials
Eligible Fields of Study: The candidate shall have a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
About the Award: The overall objective of the project is to develop sustainable technologies for production of 2nd generation biofuels (biogas, bioethanol and biodiesel) from lignocellulosic waste material in developing countries in Africa.
Type: MPhil
Eligibility: It is necessary that the candidate has knowledge on culturing of microbes, enzyme extraction and purification, chemical and microbial processes (enzymatic) and lab-experience.
Number of Awardees: 1
Value of Research: Not stated
Duration of Research: Not stated
How to Apply: Interested applicants should please send their letters of interest as well as their Curriculum Vitae with contact numbers to Dr. Moses Mensah (email:[email protected]).
Relevant educational certificates
Visit Research Webpage for details
Award Provider: Kwame Nkruma University of Science and Technology
Important Notes: Only shortlisted candidates will be notified and invited for interviews and selection.
Published Date : July 21, 2016
Categories : August, Engineering, Masters Scholarships, Newsletter, PhD Scholarships, Tanzania
Brief description: The Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, University of Dar-es-Salaam is offering tanzanian students scholarship opportunity to undertake Msc and PhD studies at the University.
Application Deadline: 31st August, 2016
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Tanzania
To be taken at (country): Tanzania
Eligible Fields of Study:
About the Award: The project focuses on capacity building on scientific research on oil and gas technology at the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, CoET, UDSM. In addition to fulfilment of academic requirement for relevant degree award, candidates sponsored by this project are expected to contribute to the said overall project goals within four years period (January 2016 – December 2019).
Type: Msc and PhD
Eligibility: Eligibility of Sponsorship for MSc Candidates
Eligibility of Sponsorship for PhD Candidates
Number of Awardees: 4 (four). 2 scholarships each for Msc and PhD
Value of Scholarship: Full tuition
Duration of Scholarship: Duration of course
How to Apply: Send the following documents to [email protected] and copy to [email protected] 31August 2016; a) Copy of admission letter to the relevant degree at the University of Dar es Salaam. b) CV indicating academic achievements, research activities and publication (if any). c) Copy of BSc academic transcript for MSc candidates. d) Copy of BSc and MSc academic transcripts for PhD candidates.
Visit Scholarship Webpage for details
Award Provider: University of Dar es Salaam.
Published Date : July 7, 2016
Categories : August, Contests/Awards, Newsletter, Other contests, Southern Africa
Brief description: British Petroleum is offering university graduates from South Africa and Mozambique the opportunity to get structured training in the downstream sector for a period of months.
Application Deadline: 31st August, 2016
Offered annually? No
Eligible Countries: South Africa and Mozambique
To be taken at (country): South Africa and Mozambique
Eligible Fields of Study: Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Marketing Communications and related fields
About the Award: The BP Southern Africa Downstream Challenge Graduate Programme will be based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Pretoria and Mozambique, for the 2017 Intake. Downstream Challenge is BP’s early career graduate development programme, and the aim of the programme is to build fully competent independent professionals within a discipline to support business.
Type: Contest
Eligibility: There are different categories which require differing eligibilities namely:
Job Title: Chemical Engineering Downstream Challenge. Location: Johannesburg
– Bachelor degree Bsc/B Engineering in Chemical Engineering
– Academic average of at least 65%
– Knowledge of current discipline, specific trends, theories/approaches and benchmarks
– Little or no professional work experience
Job Title: Finance Downstream Challenge Programme Location: Johannesburg
– An honours degree in Finance / Accounting / Finance Management /Economics / BCom Management
– Academic average of at least 65%
– Knowledge of current discipline, specific trends, theories/approaches and benchmarks
– Little or no professional work experience
Job Title: Mechanical Engineering Downstream Challenge Location: Johannesburg
– A Bachelor degree BSc/BEng in Mechanical Engineering
– Academic average of at least 65%
– Knowledge of current discipline, specific trends, theories/approaches and benchmarks
– Little or no professional work experience
Job Title: Mozambique Finance Downstream Challenge Programme Location: Mozambique
– An honours degree in Finance / Accounting / Financial Management /Economics/ BCom Management
– Academic average of at least 65%
– Knowledge of current discipline, specific trends, theories/approaches and benchmarks
– Little or no professional work experience
Job Title: Mozambique Human Resources Downstream Challenge Programme Location: Mozambique
– Honours degree in HR studies/ Industrial or Organisational Psychology
– Academic average of at least 65%
– Knowledge of current discipline, specific trends, theories/approaches and benchmarks
– Little or no professional work experience
Job Title: Mozambique Supply Chain/Logistics Downstream Challenge Programme Location: Mozambique
– An honours degree in Supply Chain/ Logistics
– Academic average of at least 65%
– Knowledge of current discipline, specific trends, theories/approaches and benchmarks
– Little or no professional work experience
Job Title: Sales and Marketing Downstream Challenge Programme Location: Johannesburg
– An honours degree in Sales/ Marketing
– Academic average of at least 65%
– Knowledge of current discipline, specific trends, theories/approaches and benchmarks
– Little or no professional work experience
Job Title: Supply Chain/Logistics Downstream Challenge Location: Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria
– An honours degree in Supply Chain/ Logistics
– Academic average of at least 65%
– Knowledge of current discipline, specific trends, theories/approaches and benchmarks
– Little or no professional work experience
Duration of Programme: 36 months
Value of Programme: Candidates will:
Number of Awardees: Not specified
How to Apply: Visit Programme Webpage to learn how to apply
Visit Programme Webpage for details
Award Provider: British Petroleum
Published Date : May 27, 2016
Categories : Ghana, Internships, May
Application Deadline: 31st of May 2016. | Offered annually? Not known
Eligible Countries: Open to Ghanaian citizens only
To be taken at (country): Ghana
Eligible Field of Study: Selected interns will be required to have studied the following courses to be placed in one of the five (5) departments below:
Corporate Communications
We promote Tigo’s institutional image, develop awareness and build the reputation of Tigo, through initiating, managing and delivering all corporate communications activities to ensure Tigo has a clear identity and high levels of goodwill and understanding among our various stakeholder groups.
Preferred course of study: BA Arts (Information Studies, French, English)/ BSc Administration
Marketing
The marketing department has overall responsibility for growing revenue, increasing market share and contributing to company growth and profitability. We plan campaigns and develop communications material to promote products and services to customers and prospects. We organize events, such as exhibitions, music concerts, marketing conferences and customer hospitality events. They connect the user with the solution.
Preferred course of study: BSc Marketing/Geography and Regional Planning/Statistics/Computer Science/Information Technology
Mobile Department
We are at the heart of the Digital Lifestyle agenda for Tigo Ghana, providing unmatched and innovative voice, data and MFS products. The department is the hub of operations of the entire business and is also responsible for pricing for calls, determining customer values and business intelligence.
Preferred course of study: B.Com, BSc Statistics/Actuarial Science, BSc Administration
Technology
The technology department takes care of the network we call Tigo. They are in charge of ensuring you are able to receive and make calls on your mobile device. The team also consists of Engineers and Information Technology experts who design the products proposed by the mobile department. Our aim is to become a more customer focused department by having a single owner of all technical issues related to the customer.
Preferred course of study: BSc Information Technology/Computer Science/Chemical Engineering/Physics/Management in Information Systems
Tigo Business
We at Tigo Business are as committed to providing tailored cutting-edge solutions to established corporations and to small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs). As such we deliver on our promise to offer ‘A solution for every company” by identifying with the specific needs of both local and multinational business, across all business categories and adapting to service these needs with relevant solutions.
About the Programme: The TIP (Tigo Internship Program) seeks to expose students to work in the telecoms industry and offer undergraduates the opportunity to gain valuable applied experience in the professional fields they are considering for their career paths.
Type: Internship
Eligibility: Candidates must be able to:
Selection Criteria:
Number of Awardees: Not specified
Duration of Programme: Three (3) months
How to Apply: To apply, candidates must follow the following steps
Visit Scholarship Webpage for details
Award Provider: Tigo
Important Notes: Your application will be reviewed by our recruitment team. If we find it interesting you will be invited to participate in some interviews and tests to assess your fit with the program.
Published Date : May 23, 2016
Categories : Academic, Engineering, Masters Scholarships, May, Newsletter, PhD Scholarships, Postgraduate scholarship
Application Deadline: 31st of May 2016 | Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Global
To be taken at (country): Thailand
Brief description: The Faculty of Engineering, University of Thammasat is offering scholarships to engineering scholars desiring to undertake research in Chemical, Civil, Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Eligible Field of Study: Chemical, Civil, Electrical and Computer Engineering
About the Award: The Faculty of Engineering welcomes Masters and PhD candidates from all over the world to study Chemical, Civil, Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Thammasat. The purpose of the scholarship is for the university to contribute towards producing engineers in different fields of expertise for the benefit of the academic society and the large, in line with government policy.
Type: Postgraduate (Masters and PhD) Degrees
Eligibility: To qualify for a scholarship, candidates must meet the minimum requirements. For PhD scholarship, the minimum requirement is GPA 3.25/4.0 or equivalent at a Master Degree level. For Master scholarship, the minimum requirement is GPA 2.50/4.0 or equivalent at a Bachelor Degree level
Selection Criteria: – International students must choose degree by research only (no coursework). It is advised that candidates should contact potential supervisors before applying.
Number of Awardees: Not specified
Value of Scholarship: The scholarship covers tuition fees and living expense.
Duration of Scholarship:
How to Apply: To apply, please send the following documents to [email protected]. All documents should be contained in one folder and applicants should compress the folder and send it as a single compressed file. The documents (translated to English)
Visit Scholarship Webpage for details
Award Provider: University of Thammasat, Thailand.
Important Notes: Please contact faculty members to form a research topic before submitting your applications
Published Date : May 20, 2016
Categories : By Courses, Engineering, July, Kenya, Newsletter
Application Deadline: 16th of July 2016 for the September academic session. Awardees will be notified by the 30th July 2016
Offered annually? Not known
Eligible Countries: Kenya
To be taken at: Teesside University’s UK campus in Middlesbrough.
Brief description: In association with the Kenya High Commission for the UK, Teesside University is offering three partial tuition fee scholarships to Kenyan Nationals, whether domiciled in Kenya or from the diaspora.
Eligible Field of Study: Petroleum Engineering, MSc in Oil & Gas Management, petroleum engineering, geological qualifications, civil engineering qualification, mechanical engineering, geophysics, chemical engineering, petrophysics, physics, mathematics or chemistry.
About the Award: The three scholarships will be awarded in this way:
Type: Postgraduate Degree
Eligibility:
Number of Awardees: Three (3)
Value of Scholarship:
Duration of Scholarship: Not stated
How to Apply:Please complete the application form in full and submit with your 500 word essay and supporting documents no later than 16th July 20he16. Please fill the application form here
Visit Scholarship Webpage for details
Award Provider: The Kenyan Governnment, University of Teesside
Published Date : February 29, 2016
Categories : Engineering, March, Masters Scholarships, Scholarships in UK, Tanzania
Application Deadline: Applications for September intake of Academic Year 2016-2017 is open until 15 March 2016. | Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Tanzania
To be taken at (country): University of Aberdeen, Heriot Watt University, Cranfield University, Robert Gordon University (UK)
Brief description: The BG Tanzania International Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme for Geoscience and Engineering is aimed at Tanzanian graduates who want to complete their postgraduate education in the UK and access future employment opportunities in the energy and related sectors.
Eligible Field of Study: following Masters of Science degrees in UK universities:
University of Aberdeen
Heriot Watt University
Cranfield University
Robert Gordon University
About Scholarship
The scheme offers Tanzanian graduates the opportunity to pursue postgraduate education at universities in the UK, with a focus on specific geoscience and engineering courses that are particularly relevant for Tanzania’s emerging oil and gas sectors.
Covering a range of 23 taught courses at four UK universities, the scheme is funded by BG Tanzania and administered by the British Council Tanzania.
Scholarship Offered Since: not specified
Scholarship Type: Masters of Science degrees
Eligibility
Applicants should:
Number of Scholarships: This Scheme offers 10 scholarships each year to Tanzanian graduates to study for Masters of Science degrees in UK universities.
Value of Scholarship:
Scholarship awards are granted for a maximum period of 12 months, for courses starting in September 2016.
The awards are comprehensive, covering academic tuition fees and related administrative expenses, registration fees, field work costs, living expenses, a return airfare, support with visa applications, and pastoral care while in the UK.
The emerging natural gas sector will offer attractive employment opportunities for Tanzanian citizens with the relevant technical skills.
Upon successful completion of one of the courses included in the scheme, beneficiaries have the potential to qualify for participation in the BG Group’s International Graduate Programme.
Beneficiaries will also be well equipped to access employment opportunities with other energy companies and companies involved in the energy sector’s supply chain
Duration of Scholarship: for the period of study
Deadline: 15 March 2016.
By this date, completed applications should have reached the British Council office in Dar es Salaam. Applicants will be shortlisted and invited for interviews, and the final selection of scholars will announced by April 2016.
How to Apply
Step 1: If you are interested in applying, you first have to submit an application for a place to study to one of the universities and for one of the courses included in the Scheme.
Step 2: If and when you have received an offer for a place from one of those universities, you can apply by downloading the application form. The link can be found below.
Step 3: Submit your completed application pack to British Council Tanzanial. Conditional offers are acceptable, if the only outstanding conditions are funding and proving an appropriate level of English language comprehension.
Visit Scholarship Webpage for details
Scholarship Provider: BG Group
Published Date : July 17, 2015
Categories : Engineering, Government Scholarships, IT and Computer, Masters Scholarships, May, Scholarships in Asia, September
Scholarship Name: Irena Scholarship Programme
Brief description: 2015/2017 Government of United Arab Emirates sponsored scholarships for Master of Science at Abu Dhabi based MASDAR Institute of Science and Technology
Accepted Subject Areas: Chemical Engineering, Computing and Information Science, Electrical Power Engineering, Engineering Systems and Management, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Microsystems Engineering, Water and Environmental Engineering
About Scholarship
In an effort to promote talented academics, and with the generous support of the Government of the United Arab Emirates, IRENA is awarding up to 20 scholarships at Abu Dhabi based MASDAR Institute of Science and Technology. The Programme extends to the eight Master of Science Programmes offered at MASDAR Institute.
All IRENA scholars are entitled to generous benefits and are offered IRENA’s exclusive Lecture Programme, which will provide IRENA’s scholars with an overview of the current state of renewable energies.
Scholarship Offered Since: Not Specified
Eligibility
Submit your application, if you comply with following MASDAR Institute criteria:
And following IRENA criteria:
How Many Scholarship Positions are available? About 20 financial awards will be offered
What are the benefits?
Full financial support is provided to IRENA MSc scholars
Tuition fees, textbooks, laptop, medical insurance, housing, travel expenses are covered by the scholarships. In addition a cost of living allowance is granted to IRENA MSc scholars.
No bond or conditions are attached to the scholarship upon graduation.
IRENA MSc Scholars will benefit from IRENA’s Lecture Programme and a unique direct contact to IRENA experts and their first-hand information on current renewable energy developments.
How long will sponsorship last? Two years Programmes,
Eligible Countries
All countries are eligible to apply with preference to students from developing countries
To be taken at (country): Abu Dhabi based MASDAR Institute of Science and Technology at United Arab Emirate
Application Deadline: The application process for IRENA Scholarship for the academic year 2015-2017 has opened on 1 November 2014 and will close on 31 May 2015 or 15 September 2015
Offered annually? Yes
How can I Apply?
Interested students apply for an IRENA MSc Scholarship directly through MASDAR Institute’s website. Applications have to be submitted electronically. All required proofs and certificates have to be sent to MASDAR Institute. A listing on the required documents can be obtained on MASDAR Institute’s website.
Important: Please indicate in the online application by keying in “IRENA” after your passport number in the relevant field, e.g. 12345678 – IRENA. If this indication is not given, the student will apply for a regular scholarship and not be able to benefit from exclusive IRENA services granted to IRENA MSc scholars.
How can I get more information?
If you need more Information about this scholarship, kindly visit the Scholarship Webpage
Sponsors
Government of the United Arab Emirates
Important Notes:
Applicants for IRENA’s Scholarship Programme, will be admitted in accordance to the academic standards and regulations of Masdar Institute. Out of those who passed, IRENA will select the winning candidates in accordance with additional criteria.
Published Date : June 10, 2015
Categories : Engineering, June, Masters Scholarships, Scholarships in UK, Sciences
Brief description: Loughborough University Graduate School International Scholarships for Masters study in UK 2015/2016
Accepted Subject Areas: Applicants to the following Departments will Automatically be considered for a scholarship – provided the initial application is complete and contains all the relevant information (degree transcripts, references etc.). For these Departments there is no separate scholarship application process.
For all other Departments list below, students are invited to apply for a scholarship after an offer of a place has been made.
About Scholarship
Loughborough University will offer over 100 postgraduate scholarships taught programme for the 2013/2014 academic year, to new self-financing full-time international students who are permanently resident in a country outside the European Union (EU).
Scholarship Offered Since: Not Specified
By what Criteria is Selection Made?
Who is qualified to apply?
How Many Scholarships are available?
Over One Hundred (100) scholarships will be awarded
What is the benefit?
These scholarships will be to the value of 25% of the programme tuition fee and that value will be credited to the student’s tuition fee account.
Duration: Each scholarship will last for 1 year masters program.
Eligible Countries: International students from countries outside EU
Where will it be taken (country): Loughborough University, UK
Application Deadline: The closing date for 2015/2016 applications is 30th June 2015, though applicants are advised to apply as early as possible.
Offered annually? Yes
How to Apply
Applicants with exceptional qualifications may be offered a scholarship with their offer of a place.
Applicants to the Departments listed above will automatically be considered for a scholarship – provided the initial application is complete and contains all the relevant information (degree transcripts, references etc.). For these Departments there is no separate scholarship application process.
Visit the Scholarship webpage for details
Sponsors
Scholarship is offered by the Loughborough University
Important Notes:
Published Date : May 27, 2015
Categories : Engineering, June, Masters Scholarships, Postgraduate scholarship, Scholarship for Nigerians
Application Deadline : Application closes Midnight, Friday 9th June, 2015. | Offered annually? Yes
Scholarship Name: NNPC/ESSO International Postgraduate Scholarship Awards
Brief description: Mobil Producing Nigeria is offering 2015 International Postgraduate Scholarships for Nigerian Students to study for masters in Engineering and Geosciences
Eligible Field of Study
About Scholarship
In continuation of Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria Limited (EEPNL) efforts to provide opportunities for developing careers in the petroleum industry, Mobile Producing Nigeria offer International Scholarships to outstanding Nigerian graduates wishing to pursue post-graduate studies in the disciplines listed above:
Scholarship Offered Since: 2007
Scholarship Type: Masters Scholarship
Eligiblity
1. Must be a graduate from a Nigerian University
2. Must possess a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of second class upper division in any of the listed Engineering and Geosciences disciplines.
3. Must have provisional admission to undertake full-time postgraduate study at a reputable foreign University (MSc or MEng) in the 2015/2016 academic session.
4. Specialization in Geophysics would be an advantage.
Number of Scholarships: Several
Value of Scholarship
The EEPNL scholarship award applies to tuition, books, accommodation and living expenses for the duration of the selected course of study.
Duration of scholarship: For the duration of study
Eligible African Countries: Nigeria
To be taken at: International universities
How to Apply
Before you start this application
1. Ensure you have clear scanned copies of the following documents:
2. Ensure you label these scanned documents accordingly, to avoid mixing up documents during upload.
3. Ensure you attach the right documents in the appropriate upload section.
Go to here to apply
Click on “apply now” tab.
Click on “Register Now” to create an account and follow the registration process.
Sponsors: Mobile Producing Nigeria
Important Notes:
Published Date : September 22, 2014
Categories : Government Scholarships, Newsletter, October, Postgraduate scholarship, Scholarship for Nigerians
Brief description
The Federal Government has instituted the Presidential Special Scholarship Scheme for Innovation and Development (PRESSID).The Scheme, which sponsors graduates that have obtained First Class Honours degrees from any recognized and approved university, was established in January 2012 and has awarded a total of two hundred and five (205) scholarships under two editions (the 2013/2014 and 2014/2015 academic sessions).
The PRESSID Implementation Committee now invites qualified candidates to apply for the third edition (2015/2016 academic session).
Eligible Field of Study
Eligible candidate would have obtained First Class Honours degree from any recognised and approved University in the following disciplines and aim at postgraduate degrees in the specified and allied programmes:
About Scholarship
As part of efforts to achieve the goals of Vision 20:2020 and the Transformation Agenda, the Federal Government of Nigeria is currently developing a critical mass of professionals who would serve as catalysts of change and agents of scientific and technological advancement, as well as sustainable economic development. This is being achieved through the sponsorship of outstanding students for postgraduate studies in the top 25 universities in the world.
Scholarship Offered Since:
Scholarship Type: Graduate Scholarship
Selection Criteria and Eligibility
Be graduates from the 2011/2012 and 2012/2013 academic sessions, who would have completed their National Youth Service by October 2014
Number of Scholarships: several
Value of Scholarship: full scholarship
Duration of Scholarship: For the duration of one academic year
Eligible Countries: PRESSID Scholarships are open for citizens of Nigeria
To be taken at (institution and country):
University of Cambridge -United Kingdom
Harvard University – United States
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) – United States
Yale University – United States
University of Oxford – United Kingdom
Imperial College London – United Kingdom
UCL (University College London) – United Kingdom
University of Chicago – United States
University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) – United States
Columbia University – United States
Stanford University – United States
California Institute of Technology (Caltech) – United States
Princeton University – United States
University of Michigan – United States
Cornell University – United States
Johns Hopkins University – United States
McGill University – Canada
ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology) – Switzerland
Duke University – United States
University of Edinburgh – United Kingdom
University of California, Berkeley (UCB) – United States
University of Hong Kong (HKU) – Hong Kong
University of Toronto – Canada
Northwestern University – United States
The University of Tokyo – Japan
University of California, Los Angeles – United States
Carnegie Mellon University – United States
University of Washington – United States
Application Deadline: Application closes on 18th October 2014.
Offered annually? Yes
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should submit application online. Click here for details
Sponsors: The Federal Government of Nigeria
Published Date : September 27, 2012
Categories : Engineering, Masters Scholarships, Newsletter, October, Scholarship for Nigerians
Scholarship Name: NNPC/ESSO National Postgraduate Scholarship Awards
Brief description
Mobil Producing Nigeria is offering 2012 National Postgraduate Scholarships for Nigerian Students to study for masters in Engineering and Geosciences in Nigerian Universities
Accepted Subject Areas?
Geosciences
Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical, Civil/Structure, Electrical/Electronics, Sub-Sea and Marine)
About Scholarship
In continuation of Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria Limited (EEPNL) efforts to provide opportunities for developing careers in the petroleum industry, Mobil Producing Nigeria offer Scholarships to outstanding Nigerian graduates who are currently pursuing postgraduate studies (Masters Degree) in the above disciplines in Nigeria Universities.
Scholarship Offered Since: 2007
Scholarship Type: Masters Scholarship
By what Criteria is Selection Made?
1. Candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of second class upper division in any of the above listed disciplines.
2. Must have admission for 2012/2013 for the required course of study in a Nigeria university (MSc. or M.Eng. only)
Who is qualified to apply?
Nigerian graduates who are currently pursuing Masters studies in Nigerian Universities
Employees of ExxonMobil subsidiary companies in Nigeria and their dependents are not eligible for this scholarship.
How Many Funding Positions are available? Several
What are the benefits?
The EEPNL scholarship award applies to a fixed tuition, books, accommodation & living expenses for the duration of the selected course of study.
How long will sponsorship last? Onetime financial award
Eligible African Countries
Nigeria
To be taken at: Nigerian Universities
Application Deadline is Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Offered annually? Yes
How can I Apply?
If you are qualified and interested in this scholarship, please complete the form in “Apply Here” on the website and submit as instructed (see link : http://www.mpn-essoscholarships.com/index.html).
Sponsors
Mobile Producing Nigeria
Important Notes:
Shortlisted candidates should be prepared to take an aptitude/skills test.
Strict compliance with the guidelines is advised.
Applications not received within 2 weeks of Advertisement will not be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and the names published on the website.
Published Date : July 18, 2012
Categories : Internet & Tech, Online Courses
It’s about the MIT OpenCourseWare free online learning for ALL
Education is no longer a matter of privilege or merit. It’s no longer about time and space either. Anyone from any part of the world, from any location, at any time can access free quality education at zero or little cost. With a computer or mobile device and internet connectivity, which is ubiquitous in its usage, you can gain free quality education with the free online courses and learning environment available on the internet today. One of such free online education is provided by Massachusetts Institute of Technology MIT, US through the MIT OpenCourseWare.
What is MIT OpenCourseWare?
MIT OpenCourseWare (OCW) is a permanent free web-based publication of virtually all MIT course content and is open and available to anyone around the world. The over 2100 OCW course materials reflect almost all the undergraduate and graduate subjects taught at MIT. Whether you want to improve on your present skill, refresh your memory, decide on the right field for you to go into or want to learn at your own space for your own benefit, MIT OpenCourseWare provides the opportunity. You get access to free lecture notes, exams, and audio and videos contents from MIT. No registration required.
You can browse courses by department or use the advanced search to locate a specific course or topic. High school students and educators should check out Highlights for High School at http://ocw.mit.edu/high-school
What MIT OpenCourseWare is NOT
How to register to use MIT OpenCourseWare
There is no registration or enrollment process because OCW is not a credit-bearing or degree-granting initiative.
Can I get a certificate?
No. MIT OpenCourseWare is a publication of the course materials that support the dynamic classroom interactions of an MIT education; it is not a degree-granting or credit-bearing initiative. However, you should work through the materials at your own pace, and in whatever manner you desire.
If you want a degree or certificate education, you either have to take online learning programs from an accredited online university or attend a tradition institution.
Audio/Video Courses
The following courses by department contain substantial video and/or audio content for effective learning.
Visit the Audio/Video course section now to start search for a free online course
If MIT OpenCourseWare offers you the benefit you seek, you can support this work by making a donation. Learn more
Published Date : July 7, 2012
Categories : Engineering, July, Scholarships in Australia, Undergraduate Scholarships
Scholarship Name: African Professionals of Australia/Curtin University Scholarship Award 2012
Brief description
African Professionals of Australia offers Undergraduate Scholarship at Curtin University for African citizen or African descent in field of Engineering, Australia 2012
Accepted Subject Areas?
Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Petroleum, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering
About Scholarship
The African Professionals of Australia sponsors Merit based scholarship at Curtin University, Australia to encourage academic excellence and leadership development among African Australian university students in the engineering disciplines.
Who is qualified to apply?
ü Applicants must be an African citizen or of African descent
ü Minimum Required cwa of 65
ü Must be a paid up member of APA
ü Major in Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Petroleum, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering
How Many Scholarship Positions are available? One
What are the benefits?
The award will be $1000
African Countries are eligible
To be taken at (country): Australia
What time of year does Application Close?
Application Deadline is 31 July 2012
How can I Apply?
Applicants must submit a 300 word minimum essay in response to the following question:
ü “What advice would you offer fellow engineering students to motivate them to make academic excellence a priority in their university career?”
ü “Why has academic excellence been a priority in your university career, and how do you influence fellow engineering students to follow your example?”
How can I get more information?
If you need more Information about this scholarship, kindly visit the Scholarship Webpage
Sponsors
African Professionals of Australia
Important Notes:
Email all the following to [email protected]
If an applicant is not a member of the APA and wishes to do so they can join on-line – associate membership costs $50
Published Date : June 18, 2012
Categories : Engineering, June, Postgraduate scholarship, Scholarship for Nigerians
Scholarship Name: Nigerian AGIP Exploration Postgraduate Scholarship Program
Brief description
AGIP Scholarship 2012/2013: Nigerian AGIP Exploration invites application from qualified and interested Nigerian graduates for the Postgraduate Scholarship Award in 2 categories: Nigerian and Overseas scholarships
Accepted Subject Areas?
Only candidates offered admission to study in areas related to the under-listed courses should apply for AGIP Scholarship:
About Scholarship
The Nigerian Agip Exploration –NAE, on behalf of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)/NAE/OANDO, through its committed to the training and development of manpower as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility, offers the Nigeria AGIP Exploration Postgraduate Scholarship Program 2012/2013.
Scholarship Type: Postgraduate Scholarships for Nigerian Students
Who is qualified to apply?
To be eligible for this AGIP scholarship 2012/2013, candidates must:
How Many Scholarship Positions are available? Several
Eligible African Countries
Nigeria
To be taken at (country): Nigerian Universities or Overseas
What time of year does Application Close?
The application will be closed on Friday June 29, 2012
Offered annually? Yes
How can I Apply?
to apply for the AGIP Scholarship 2012/2013, applicants must submit an application stating the following in a one row excel format, strictly in the order shown in the sample below:
Surname |First name |Sex |Institution attended |Degree obtained |Class of degree |Year of graduation |Proposed course of study/foreign university |Proposed course of study/Nigerian university |State of origin |Local govt. of origin |Date of birth |e-mail address |GSM number |Contact address
Example
Hassan |Effiong |F |University of Abuja |B.Sc Pet. Engr. |Second class upper (2.1) |2011 |Marine Engineering/University of Ife |Abia |Umuahia |October 4, 1984 |[email protected] |08011000011 |26 Etiebet street lagos
Shortlisted candidates will be required to present original and photocopies of their credentials for screening.
Complete Applications should be sent to: [email protected].
Sponsors
Nigerian AGIP Exploration
Important Notes:
Short listed candidates will be required to take an aptitude test. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for aptitude test. Only successful candidates will be contacted. Strict compliance with above guidelines is required.
Published Date : May 26, 2012
Categories : Engineering, October, Scholarships, Scholarships in UK, Undergraduate Scholarships
Scholarship Name: Halliburton Undergraduate Scholarship
Brief description
Halliburton is offering undergraduate Scholarship for International students from any country at University of Aberdeen UK,2012
Accepted Subject Areas?
Engineering, Geology & Petroleum Geology
About Scholarship
Halliburton, one of the world’s largest providers of products and services to the energy industry, is offering two Halliburton Undergraduate Scholarships. Halliburton will award one Specialist Engineering Scholarship and one Specialist Geology and Petroleum Geology Scholarship for international students from any country.
Scholarship Offered Since: Not Specified
Scholarship Type: Partial Undergraduate Scholarship
By what Criteria is Selection Made?
The Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic merit and demonstration of specific personal characteristics (please see Guidelines for Applicants for full details).
Who is qualified to apply?
The Scholarships are open to students, on the degree programmes listed below, commencing: 3rd year of a BEng, 3rd or 4th year of a MEng or 3rd year of a BSc in September 2012:
BEng Petroleum Engineering
BEng Engineering (Integrated)
BEng Engineering (Mechanical and Electrical)
BEng Engineering (Mechanical with Computer Aided Engineering)
BEng Engineering (Mechanical with Materials)
BEng Engineering (Mechanical with Management)
BEng Engineering (Mechanical)
BEng Chemical Engineering
MEng Chemical Engineering
MEng Mechanical Engineering
MEng Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
MEng Mechanical Engineering with Materials
MEng Petroleum Engineering
BSc Geology and Petroleum Geology
You should note that the scholarships are open to all students regardless of nationality, where they are domiciled, or fee structure to which they belong to.
How Many Scholarship Positions are available? Two (2)
What are the benefits?
The successful applicants will each receive £2,000 per annum for either two or three years as determined by programme classification, year of award and date of graduation.
In addition to the financial support, the Halliburton Undergraduate Scholarships offer:
– Student Mentoring
– The opportunity to apply for paid summer placement
How long will sponsorship last? Two or Three years
Eligible Countries
All countries
To be taken at (country): University of Aberdeen UK
What time of year does Application Close?
Application Deadline is 22 October 2012
Offered annually? Not Specified
How can I Apply?
To apply for this financial aid, complete the application form, and send it together with a recent CV, and your reference, to Mrs Jenny Styles (address supplied in Guidelines below).
How can I get more information?
If you need more Information about this scholarship, kindly visit the Scholarship Webpage
Sponsors
Halliburton
Important Notes:
If you have any queries not answered by the guidelines below please contact Jenny Styles (email: [email protected], tel: 01224 273597).
You will be told whether or not your application has been successful by post at the correspondence address on your application form by 9 November 2012.
Application Docs
Halliburton Undergraduate Scholarships Application Form 2012-13
Halliburton Undergraduate Scholarship Guidelines 2012-13
Halliburton Undergraduate Scholarship Reference Form 2012-13
Published Date : May 1, 2012
Categories : Newsletter, Scholarship for Nigerians, Undergraduate Scholarships
In October 2011, NNPC/Chevron National University Scholarship Awards invited applications from University students in their second year (200level) to apply for the scholarship through an electronic application system, and attracted thousands of applicants. The first phase of the test was held on November 19 2011
The NNPC/Chevron JV Scholarship aptitude test is now scheduled to hold on Saturday, 5th of May 2012
The undergraduate scholarship award is intended for Students in Nigerian Universities in the fields of Accountancy, Agricultural Engineering/Agricultural Science, Architecture, Business Administration/Economics, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Environmental Studies/Surveying, Geology/Geophysics, Law, Mass Communication/Journalism, Mechanical/Metallurgical & Materials Engineering, Human Medicine/Dentistry/Pharmacy, Petroleum Engineering
Shortlisted applicants have been sent SMS messages. If you were shortlisted for the NNPC/Chevron JV scholarship, you have to Login to your account on dragnetnigeria.com by entering your ID and password. After you login, select your preferred test location from those available.
Test locations and Centers
The following test locations and centers are available
Lagos
Chams City: No 2, Isaac John Street, Ikeja G.R.A, Ikeja, Lagos
Abuja/FCT
Chams City: Plot 66, 1st Avenue, Off Shehu Shagari Road, By Federal Character Commission, Central Abuja
Rivers
Chams City: No 83, Stadium Road, Beside FEDEX Express, Port-Harcourt
Edo
university of Benin International ICT Center: University of Benin(Ugbowo Campus) Edo State, Nigeria.
Kaduna
AFRIHUB: Rafin Guza, By Beilging International School. Kawo Extention.Kaduna
Enugu
AfriHUB: Beside Lady Ibiam Hostel, University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus (UNEC), Enugu, Enugu State, Nigeria
All tests will be held on 5 May 2012
Published Date : October 5, 2011
Categories : PhD Scholarships, Scholarships in Europe
International PhD Scholarship in the field biotechnology, biochemical engineering, chemistry or microbiology at DTU Environment, Denmark
DTU Environment will offer a PhD scholarship in residual resource engineering with emphasizes on sustainable biomass/residues utilization in a biorefinery concept. The overall aim of the project is to develop an innovative process for biomass/residues processing to biofuels (biogas, bioethanol) and high value added products. The scholarship is open to both Danish and international applicants.
The project is a cooperation project between the Technical University of Denmark, and other external partners from Øresund region. The working place is at DTU, but cooperation with scientists from the partner institutions will take place. Scholarship is available for International students.
Eligibility
Selection Criteria
Scholarship Worth
The salary and appointment terms are consistent with the current rules for PhD degree students. The period of employment is 3 years.
The successful candidate will be employed at and enrolled as a PhD student at DTU Environment (www.env.dtu.dk). Annual salary starts at 45,000 EUR before tax, including pension/holiday pay. The starting date is negotiable but a quick start is preferred.
How to Apply
Open the link “apply for this job online“, fill in the application form and attach the following documents;
Application Deadline
31 October 2011
Visit Scholarship Webpage for more details
Published Date : January 20, 2011
Categories : Engineering, Postgraduate scholarship, Scholarship for Nigerians, Scholarships in UK
The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC) has inaugurated the second edition of its Niger Delta Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme for 2011 in a continuing effort to develop indigenous manpower for the oil and gas industry. 10 engineering students from Rivers, Delta and Bayelsa states will be sponsored to study at three British institutions – Imperial College, London, University College, London and University of Leeds for one-year Masters’ programmes.
Number of Scholarship
10 students will be awarded scholarship.
Scholarship Worth
The scholarship will cover tuition fees, one return flight from Nigeria to the United Kingdom and a contribution towards living expenses.
Courses of Study
The eligible courses are Petroleum Engineering, Petroleum Geoscience, Petroleum Geophysics, Engineering Geology, Exploration Geophysics, Oilfield Corrosion Engineering, Chemical Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Civil Engineering.
Eligibility
* Scholarship Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant field of study at the Upper Second Class Level (2.1) and have confirmed admission for any of the specified courses.
* Students most be indigenes of Rivers, Delta and Bayelsa states
The first batch of beneficiaries are expected to finish later this year.
Published Date : November 18, 2010
Categories : Scholarships in UK
Wingate Scholarships are awarded to outstanding students of great potential or proven excellence, from commonwealth countries, who need financial support to undertake creative or original work of intellectual, scientific, artistic, social or environmental value and to musicians for advanced training. Awards are offered for independent research in most subjects, and aim to provide funding for multi-disciplinary projects that may not fall into any of the conventional funding categories. The scholarships are designed to help with the costs of a specific project lasting up to three years.
Scholarship Worth
The maximum award for one year is £10,000, although the trustees are seldom able to provide this amount.
Scholarships are awarded through an annual application programme.
Application Deadline
The 2011 programme (for awards starting in September 2011) will be open for online applications from 1st October 2010 to the deadline of 18:00 on 1st February 2011.
Eligibility and Funding Criteria
Before completing an application to the Wingate Scholarships Scheme check through the following steps to ensure that you are eligible to apply and are able to meet the assessment criteria.
Step 1 – Applicant Eligibility
To be eligible to apply, applicants must be:
* Resident and contactable in the United Kingdom during the period of application (from the date of applying to 1 July 2011). Applications will only be accepted if submitted from a valid UK address. This applies to all candidates.
* Citizens of the United Kingdom, other Commonwealth or former Commonwealth country, Ireland or Israel, or
Citizens of an EU or Council of Europe member country if they will have been resident in the UK for at least 3 years on 1 September 2011
* 24 years of age or over on 1 September 2011 (there is no upper age limit)
* Able to provide evidence of real financial need
Step 2 – Project Eligibility
The foundation offer funding opportunities for:
* Independent Research, in most subjects (see list below)
* Studies/projects undertaken post doctorally – but not including the funding of Post Doctoral Fellowship posts per se
* Advanced training for practising musicians
Craft and Design Research Projects
* Fieldwork
The programme do not offer funding opportunities for:
* Doctoral Studies – except for additional costs needed in the final year of a PhD/DPhil. This may include for example additional fieldwork, dissemination or extension costs, but the standard costs of undertaking a third or fourth year will not be considered without special reasons or circumstances.
* Taught Courses, Undergraduate or Master’s degrees (except for advanced training for practising musicians – see above)
* Courses at Drama, Art or Business Colleges
* Courses leading to Professional Qualifications or Electives
* Medical Research (except for innovative multi-disciplinary projects not eligible for funding from the major medical research funding bodies)
* Performing Arts
* Fine Art or Fine Art Photography
Step 3 – Assessment Criteria
For applications which meet the eligibility criteria in steps 1 and 2, the Scholarships Selection Panels will use the following criteria for assessing the quality of applications. Applicants must demonstrate they meet both of the following criteria
* Show clear evidence of outstanding ability, promise or creative attainment in one or more of the eligible subject areas
* Seek to undertake or to complete a project of outstanding originality, creativity and quality, for which they can demonstrate they have the necessary motivation and ability.
In addition successful applicants must be able to meet 1 or more of the following special priorities:
* Will undertake a project with the potential markedly to benefit humanity, either collectively or in a specific community (by way of health, wealth or personal fulfilment)
* Wish to pursue a project which has the potential to make a radical impact on the applicant’s future work and/or life direction
* Seek to undertake a multi-disciplinary project with an innovative and effective application of two or more disciplines
* Face unusual hardship or have overcome significant personal difficulties
* Are unable to access financial support from traditional funding sources for reasons of residency, citizenship or other legal requirements.
List of Eligible Disciplines/Subjects
Arts & Humanities
Social Sciences, Science & Engineering, Ancient History, Archaeology, Architecture & Urban Planning, Art History, Craft & Design
English:
Biography, Fiction, Non-fiction, Poetry, Translation, History, Jewish Studies, Linguistics
Literature:
Biography, Fiction/non-fiction, Poetry,Translation
Biology:
Agricultural, Cellular, Developmental /Genetics, Whole Plant/Ecology, Whole Animal/ Population Studies, Bio-Medical, Chemistry, Computing/Computer Science
Earth Sciences:
Astronomy, Geology, Oceanography
Engineering:
Chemical/Bio-chemical, Civil, Electrical, Environmental Studies, Experimental Psychology, Materials Science, Mathematics, Physical Geography, Physics
Music:
Performance, Musicology, Composition
Philosophy, Theology,Criminology
Development Studies
Economics, Education, Human Geography, Information & Communication Studies, Law, Management Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Social Anthropology
List of Eligible Commonwealth countries:
Africa
Botswana, Cameroon, The Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Swaziland, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania and Zambia.
Other countries
Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, The Bahamas, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, Cyprus, Dominica, Fiji Islands*, Grenada, Guyana, India, Jamaica, Kiribati, Malaysia, Maldives, Malta, Nauru**, New Zealand, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Seychelles, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, United Kingdom and Vanuatu
How to Apply
If you are eligible to apply you will need to download a copy of the 2011 Reference Request Form (WORD) to send to two referees of your choice. Your referees should be asked to send their independent references to the Scholarships Administrator by the deadline of 1 February 2011.
This year for the 2011 applications an online application process have been introduced, which allows applicants to complete and submit their applications through the website.
Follow these steps to Apply online:
For new applicants:
Go to the Online Application form
Then click on ‘Application form (2011) for new applicants’
Set up an Account Login – make sure you click on ‘I am a new online applicant’ and then fill in your email address and password.
You will receive a Welcome email with your Account Login details and the link to return to your form if needed. Keep this email for future reference.
Complete the short Eligibility Quiz before you can access the form.
If you are eligible then complete the form – read the guidance notes on the first page before you start. If you are a music applicant send in CD by post
Email copies of the Reference Request Form to two of your referees.
For further details of timetable and conditions of award Download the 2011 Guidance for Applicants(PDF)
Applications sent from overse
as are not accepted and all applicants must be contactable in the UK during the period of application Wingate awards are never given without personal interviews which take place in London throughout May each year, so applicants need to be available in person during that month.
Contact Details
The Administrator
Wingate Scholarships
2nd Floor, 20-22 Stukeley Street
London, WC2B 5LR
Email: [email protected]
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Published Date : November 3, 2010
Categories : Academic, Scholarships in UK
The Darwin College- Cambridge University UK, sponsored by Schlumberger Cambridge Research Limited, jointly invite applications for a non-stipendiary Research Fellowship supporting interdisciplinary research. The Fellowship is open to men and women from any university, irrespective of age, and is intended for outstanding researchers who are completing, or who have recently completed, their PhD Degree. This Fellowship is to provide a formal, supported starting point for an academic career.
Eligibility
Candidates’ research interests may be in Chemistry, Physics, Geophysics, Mathematics, Engineering (including Chemical Engineering), Bio sciences and Materials Science. Successful candidate will be expected to pursue interdisciplinary research during the tenure of the Fellowship and will be expected to organize seminars and meetings to promote innovative work across disciplinary boundaries.
The Fellow would be encouraged to establish a connection with Schlumberger Cambridge Research Limited if appropriate. No candidate should have completed in total more than seven years of postgraduate research by 1 October 2011.
Application Procedure:
Applications should be typed if possible, and should include SEVEN copies of (1) curriculum vitae, (2) an account, in not more than 500 words, of the proposed research and the background to it, (3) an assurance that, where necessary, appropriate research arrangements (for example with a laboratory) have been made, (4) a statement about how candidates propose to fund themselves during their tenure of the Research Fellowship, (5) the names and addresses of two referees (including telephone and fax numbers as well as e-mail addresses) who should be asked to write at once direct to the College, and (6) a list of published or unpublished work that would be available for submission, if requested. Selected candidates may be invited not later than the end of January 2011 to submit copies of written work and may be called for interview at the beginning of March 2011. Election will be made as soon as possible thereafter.
The successful candidate will be subject to the Statutes and Ordinances of the College. They include the obligation to reside in or near Cambridge for at least two-thirds of each University term, unless excused by the Governing Body. College accommodation will be provided, subject to availability, for which the rent charged will be subsidised, or an accommodation allowance equivalent to the subsidy will be paid in lieu. The Schlumberger Research Fellow may also claim an allowance of up to £750 annually towards receipted research expenses; a further sum of £750 a year may be payable to defray the costs of organising seminars, in College, related to the chosen research topic.
Application Deadline
The deadline to apply is January 14, 2011.
For more details visit: Schlumberger Interdisciplinary Research Fellowship
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Published Date : October 30, 2010
Categories : Postgraduate scholarship, Scholarship for Nigerians
Every year, Mobile Producing Nigeria offers postgraduate scholarship to Nigerian students to study abroad as international students. In it’s effort to provide opportunities for developing careers in the petroleum industry, the Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria Limited (EEPNL) offer it’s 2010/2011 International Scholarships to outstanding Nigerian graduates wishing to pursue postgraduate studies.
Field of Study
Geosciences
Petroleum Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Sub-Sea and Marine Engineering
Eligibility Requirements:
1. Candidate must be a graduate from Nigerian Universities with relevant degree.
2. Candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of second class upper division in any of the engineering and Geosciences disciplines.
3. Candidate Must have provisional admission/accommodation into any reputable international university.
Scholarship Worth
The EEPNL scholarship award applies to tuition, books, accommodation and living expenses for the duration of the selected course of study including air fare to and from the location of study.
Application Procedure
To apply for this scholarship, qualified and interested applicants should complete the form from the link below and submit as instructed.
Shortlisted candidates should be prepared to take a skills test. Strict compliance with guidelines is advisable. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Employees of ExxonMobil subsidiary companies in Nigeria and their dependents are not eligible for this scholarship.
Submission Deadline: Not specified.
Apply for the 2010 Mobil Nigeria International Postgraduate Scholarship Awards
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Published Date : October 27, 2010
Categories : Engineering, Postgraduate scholarship, Undergraduate Scholarships
The Society of Petroleum Engineers- SPE- as part of its commitment to attract the best people to petroleum-related professions offers a new scholarship program that will annually award a 4-year scholarship valued at USD 5,000 per year for undergraduate students and a 4-year fellowship valued at USD 10,000 per year for PhD/ Postgraduate students in each of its 15 regions. Each year, SPE awards 15 scholarships valued at USD 5,000/year, renewable yearly, for up to four years and 15 fellowships valued at USD 10,000/year, renewable yearly, for up to four years. Ideally, one or more scholarships and fellowships will be awarded annually per SPE region. As the number of SPE regions changes adjustments to this program will be made. Regions may customize the number and value of the scholarships and fellowships.
General Scholarship and Fellowship Criteria
The program aims to support a student through a maximum of four years of university study, provided that they make satisfactory academic progress. The SPE Scholarships are awarded to the most deserving candidate from the applications received as determined by the Regional Scholarship Committee. Students automatically rotate off the program after graduation or 4 years which ever comes first.
Field of Study
Petroleum/ Oil and Gas related studies including but not limited to Petroleum Engineering, PetroChemical Engineering, Gas Engineering, Geology/Geophysics etc.
Note: SPE will still continue to offer the Gus Archie Memorial Scholarship for students with high academic credentials who are pursuing their first undergraduate degree in petroleum engineering and the Nico van Wingen Memorial Graduate Fellowship for PhD students planning to pursue careers in academia.
Each year, Regional Directors will assemble a Regional Scholarship Committee. The composition of the Regional Scholarship Committee is to be determined by the Regional Director with the goal of broad representation from the region. For example, the committee could consist of representatives from each section within the region or faculty advisors from each student chapter within the region. The Regional Scholarship Committee operates as the selection committee. The Regional Scholarship Committee can customize the SPE application template and general criteria for their region.
Eligibility Requirements:
The following guidelines pertain to individual candidates who are submitting applications for the scholarship or fellowship:
1. Open to those who are already full-time university students and are currently or will soon study Oil & Gas industry related courses OR those who have applied to or are registered for university and intend to study Oil and Gas industry related courses on a full-time basis. Also for the Rocky Mountain Region, the undergraduate scholarship is open to include eligible high school seniors (grade 12) who are entering a petroleum related field. Acceptance to field of study must meet qualifications for SPE Student Membership.
2. Application is to be submitted by the student and must be received at an SPE office by 15 December.
3. A written statement from the student must be included that indicates their intent to enroll in university courses related to the Oil & Gas industry.
4. At least one letter of recommendation must accompany the application.
5. If the applicant meets SPE membership qualifications, the applicant must be a member of SPE. If the applicant doesn’t meet SPE memberhip qualifications at the time of application, as soon as they do meet the qualifications (upon starting university) the recipient must join SPE.
Mandatory Restrictions if Awarded Scholarship
1. The scholarship or fellowship will be canceled if the student is not enrolled in university as a full-time student during a semester.
2. The student must provide proof of academic progress each semester (a transript or report of grades is customary).
3. Exceptions to certain requirements may be made by the Regional Scholarship Committee in unusual circumstances.
4. Scholarship and Fellowship recipients must be members of SPE for the duration of funding.
Scholarship and Fellowship Fund Distribution
Scholarship and Fellowship funding will be distributed in August and January of each year. When possible the funds will be disbursed from the SPE Americas office.
This scholarship program supports undergraduate students who are pursuing or soon will pursue studies in a field related to the Oil and Gas Industry. Funding is for a maximum of 4 years, renewable yearly, and valued at a maximum of USD 5,000 per year.
This fellowship program supports postgraduate students who are pursuing or soon will pursue an advanced degree in a field related to the Oil and Gas Industry. Funding is for a maximum of 4 years, renewable yearly, and is valued at a maximum of USD 10,000 per year.
Scholarship and Fellowship Application Deadlines
Applications within each region must be submitted by 15 December annually. Recipients must be selected by the Regional Scholarship Committee and the SPE office notified by 28 February annually. SPE will notify recipients by 15 March annually.
Application Submission Procedures
Applications must be submitted to the attention of SPE Regional Scholarship Program to the appropriate SPE Office by
15 December each year.
Americas Office
Attn: Liz McDonald, Regional Scholarships
Mail: P.O. Box 833836
Richardson, TX 75083-3836, USA
Shipping: 222 Palisades Creek Dr.
Richardson, TX 75080, USA
Phone: +1.800.456.6863(US/Canada toll free)
Fax: +1.972.952.9435
Asia Pacific Office
Attn: Zoe Scott, Regional Scholarships
Suite 23-02, Level 23, Centrepoint South
Mid Valley City, Lingkaran Syed Putra
59200 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Tel: +60.3.2288.1233
Fax: +60.3.2282.1220
Europe, Russia, and West Africa
Attn: Kamilla Pierzchala, Regional Scholarships
First Floor, Threeways House,
40/44 Clipstone Street, London W1W 5DW
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Tel: +44.20.7299.3300
Fax: +44.20.7299.3309
Middle East, North Africa, and India
Attn: May Asmer, Regional Scholarships
Dubai Knowledge Village
Block 17, Offices S07-S09
PO Box 502217
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Telephone: +971.4.390.3540
Facsimile: +971.4.366.4648
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Click Here to Download The Fellowship Application Form
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Published Date : October 13, 2010
Categories : Engineering, Medicine Scholarship
Erasmus Mundus Common European Masters course in Biomedical Engineering- CEMACUBE for International Students offers knowledge and skills in all fields in BME through scholarships, to specialise in one particular field of BME. As a student, you are able to select any field within BME. You will be trained to work in interdisciplinary project teams, composed of engineers and medical specialists.
To train for working in a European setting, you will get knowledge in the health care situation in several countries in Europe, and you will be trained in cultural differences between European countries.
The goal of this course is to acquire the ability to:
*** work in interdisciplinary (engineering – medical) teams
*** work in international and thus intercultural (European) teams
*** communicate effectively with experts in (bio)medicine and technology
*** perform fundamental research in Biomedical Engineering.
*** design innovative devices to improve diagnostics and treatment of patients
*** follow a post-Master’s training in Biomedical Engineering
*** perform a PhD-study
*** train continuously (life-long-learning)
Admission Procedure
For submission for the Erasmus Mundus Master’s course in Biomedical Engineering, an application form has to be filled in and sended to the University of groningen.
The deadline for this submission is April 17th 2011 for EU-Students and December 1st, 2010 for non-EU-students.
On the application form, the three Universities of preference need to be filled out. Also the preference of the University for the third and fourth semester can be filled out. This can be changed until the first of june, the year the third semester is starting. After submission a confirmation of receipt is received by e-mail.
After studying the application forms, the management committee will make a distribution of applicants among the consortium universities based on their capacity. There will be a notification about the outcome of the selection procedure, within 2 months after the deadline for application. The course starts September 1st each year.
If accepted, you will recieve a letter of acceptance with information on where to start the course. The international offices provide the non-EU students and scholars with all necessary information and materials on structure of the university, its academic courses and extra-curricular offerings. Subsequent arrangements will be made with the international offices of the participating universities for visa, housing, etc.
All accepted candidates must reply within 3 weeks to confirm their attendance to the course. Non-EU students will in principle be equally distributed among the partner universities. Of course, in the distribution process the consortium will take into consideration the preferences of the selected non-EU students as much as possible. The principles of equal opportunities without any form of discrimination will be applied.
Submission for semester 3 and 4
Ultimately, in June of the 2nd semester the three specialisations of the 3rd semester in the preference of choice must be submitted.
After one year the studying progress will be judged. If the first year is not finished, the student has to leave the EMMC.
Selection criteria:
To ensure quality of the course, the enrolment in CEMACUBE is limited to 20 students per consortium university. The consortium reserves at least 15 places for non-EU students.
For the first year that the EMMC is running the course is limited to 35 European students and 15 non-EU students, so in general 10 per consortium university.
For admission with a scholarship, you need to meet the following criteria:
A BSc in Biomedical, chemical, electronical or mechanical engineering, or applied physics. In detail the Bachelor program must demonstrate that the following criteria are attained:
*** Basic knowledge and understanding of mathematics, physics, chemistry
*** Applying, integrating knowledge and understanding of mathematics, physics, chemistry
*** The capability to communicate effectively in English, both in written and in verbal form.
*** An ability to conduct scientific research individually on a distinct, well described topic
*** An ability to design products that can solve problems in a systematic way
* The applicant needs to send in the original of the transcript of records (or certified copy) or degree certificate. Applicants in the final year of their Bachelor’s study may also apply. They should send in an updated version of their transcript of records. They will be accepted on the condition that they will have met with all requirements by the start of the CEMACUBE-course in September.
* Degree certificates, originating from other than the consortium universities, will be judged by the consortium secretariat that use lists of universities with a sufficient level of quality.
* An excellent command of the English language is a prerequisite for participation in the CEMACUBE programme.
* Academic excellence as is evident from the awarding institution of the first degree, the grades obtained and the content of two letters of reference.
* Well-written and well-considered motivation letter to follow the CEMACUBE-course.
* Relevant work experience to follow the CEMACUBE-course successfully as is made evident in a curriculum vitae.
* A completed application form received, which includes besides the above mentioned documents, one passport-sized photo and a copy of the passport.
EU-regulations that are installed to ensure a geographical balance of the selected students require that no more than two students from the same country can be awarded an Erasmus Mundus scholarship.
Erasmus Mundus Masters are funded by the European Union. Together with 18 other Master programmes, CEMACUBE has in 2009 been selected as a new Erasmus Mundus Masters scholarship program that will be funded for five years (and with possible extension of another 5 years). The scholarship is highly competitive; only about 20% of the proposals for new Erasmus Mundus Masters have been awarded funding.
Application deadline for Non-EU/EFTA students is December 1st, 2010
Application deadline for application for EU students is April 17th, 2011
For further detail and application procedure visit: Common European Masters Course in Biomedical Engineering – CEMACUBE
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