University of Bamberg International Scholarships, Germany

Study in Germany: Here is a great scholarship opportunity for International students to study in Germany in Europe.  The scholarship is offered by the University of Bamberg .

Scholarship Overview 

Applications for the Starter Scholarships (period October 2017 – September 2018) are being accepted now. These scholarships are open to German and international students for pursuing the doctoral research programme.

The primary goal of the school is to provide doctoral scholars with an outstanding, supportive environment for learning, research, and career development.

The Bamberg Graduate School of Social Sciences (BAGSS) is a multidisciplinary Graduate School funded by the German Science Foundation (DFG) as part of the German Excellence Initiative. The School was established in 2010 to create an innovative working and learning environment for exceptionally qualified doctoral researchers.

Applicants must have an excellent command of English. If English is not their native tongue, they will need to provide an English language proficiency proof when being shortlisted and invited for an interview.

Degree Level
 Scholarships are available for pursuing the doctoral research programme.

Fields of Study
Scholarships are awarded to study the subjects offered within the Bamberg Graduate School of Social Sciences (BAGSS).

Number of Scholarship Award
Up to six scholarships are awarded at a time. The scholarship amounts to 1,365.00 EUR per month plus a grant for material costs, adding up to a total of 1,468.00 EUR, plus family allowances and child-care expenses in accordance with the DFG guidelines where applicable.

Eligibility:

Applicants should hold a master’s degree or an equivalent in one of the following fields: sociology, psychology, educational sciences, political science, economics, demographics, or statistics. Qualified graduates of related subjects with a strong social science background and with a research proposal fitting into BAGSS’s research profile are also encouraged to apply.
Applicants must have an excellent command of English. If English is not your native tongue, you will need to provide an English language proficiency proof when being shortlisted and invited for an interview.
Nationality: Scholarships are open to German and international students.

Application Deadline: Applications for the scholarship year October 2017 – September 2018 are accepted from December 22, 2016, until February 28, 2017.


How to apply?

Application Procedure: If students wish to apply for a Starter Scholarship, then they should apply online, using an electronic form. Application documents need to be saved as pdf in the following order:

Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Research proposal(s)
Scan of all academic degree certificates and all university grade transcripts
Statement on knowledge of research methods
Proof of English skills (if available)
Application Form

Visit the official Website to download Application Forms :  Apply Now

Next Scholarship : Maastricht University Holland High Potential scholarships

Maastricht University Holland High Potential scholarships

Here is a great scholarship opportunity for International students to study  in Netherlands.  The scholarship is called, Holland High Potential Scholarship.

Overview 

The Holland High Potential Scholarship consists of a High Potential Scholarship combined with a Holland Scholarship.

The High Potential Scholarship is intended for excellent students from outside the European Union/European Economic Area (EU/EEA) who wish to do a master's or a professional education programme at Maastricht University.

The Holland Scholarship is financed by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science in conjunction with Dutch universities and universities of applied sciences. It is aimed at international students from outside the EU/EEA who wish to follow a full degree programme in the Netherlands.

Eligibility 

Who is eligible?
All candidates must meet the following requirements:

• You come from a country outside the EU/EEA and meet the requirements for obtaining an entry visa and residence permit for the Netherlands.
• You are applying for a full-time master’s programme at Maastricht University.
• You meet the specific admission requirements of Maastricht University.
• You have never studied at an education institution in the Netherlands.
• You are not over 35 years of age at the start of the 2017/18 academic year.
• You obtained excellent results during your prior education programmes, as demonstrated by your latest grade transcript. If several applicants are equally qualified, we will give preference to applicants whose transcript(s) demonstrate that they are among the top 5% of the 2017/18 scholarship programme applicants.

Duration of the Holland High Potential scholarship
12 months in the case of a one-year master's programme
24 months in the case of a two-year master's programme

Scholarship Benefits 

Amount of the Holland High Potential scholarship programme 2017/18

• Living expenses € 10,500 Paid to students by the Scholarship Office
• Insurances € 520 Arranged for and paid by the Scholarship Office
• Visa costs € 311 Arranged for and paid by the Scholarship Office
• Tuition fees € 13,000 or € 17,500 Arranged for and paid by the Scholarship Office

Application procedure
Step 1: Register for a Master’s Programme (MA) at Maastricht University. For further details on how to register for an MA at UM, please see your prospective MA programme’s webpage. Once you are accepted to your MA programme, you will receive a student ID number. With this number, you can login in MyUM. Don’t forget to add “i” before your student ID number when logging in (i.e. i123456).

Step2: Please fill out, print, sign, and scan the completed application form to an electronic device of your choosing.

Step 3: Sign in to your MyUM account (don’t forget to add “i” before your student ID number when logging in (i.e. i123456)). In MyUm, please select document type “Apply for scholarship.” Under “My Study,” you can then upload the necessary documents, including the scan of your completed application form. Only complete forms will be taken into consideration, so please fill out all fields in the form!

Download the Application  here. 

If you require further information, contact the scholarship office on the following contact details or visit the official scholarship page here

Scholarship office
Visiting address
Bonnefantenstraat 2
6211 KL Maastricht
+31 43 388 5388
scholarships​@​​maastricht​university​.​nl
Postal address
Maastricht University
Student Services Centre
Scholarship Office
 PO Box 616
6200 MD Maastricht

Next Scholarship: >> University of Amsterdam (UvA) Merit Scholarships, Netherlands

University of Amsterdam (UvA) Merit Scholarships, Netherlands

University of Amsterdam (UvA) Merit  Scholarships, Netherlands. Photo credit: University of Amsterdam 

Here is a great scholarship opportunity for International students to study in Europe.  The University of Amsterdam is inviting applications for merit scholarships for 2017 year. Students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for scholarships.

The University of Amsterdam (UvA) aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms. Outstanding students from outside the EU/EEA can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship (AMS).

The University of Amsterdam aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms. As from September 2007, outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.

Applicants must proof of English proficiency (IELS/TOEFL) :TOEFL (internet-based) –  overall score of 100 (with a minimum score of 22 in each of the different components), IELTS (academic) – overall score of 7.0 (with at least 7.0 in each of the four components).

Scholarships are available for masters degree programme at University of Amsterdam.

Scholarships are offered in diverse fields to help students in upgrading their education.

Scholarship Award:

Graduate School of Child Development and Education: Please note that the scholarship cannot be used as a (partial) tuition waiver. The applicant must still pay the full tuition fee. The scholarship can vary between €2,000 and €12,000.

Graduate School of Communication: The AMS is a scholarship that covers (a part of) the tuition fee.

Faculty Scholarships: Economics and Business: The total amount for the Amsterdam Merit Scholarship dedicated to Economics and Business is established annually and the number of scholarships awarded each year is based on that amount.

Graduate School of Humanities: Full scholarship worth € 25,000 (covering tuition and living expenses).

Amsterdam Law School: The scholarship consists of either €6,000, € 9,000 or € 12,000. In the first month of study – September 2016 – the student will be paid €1000. The remainder of the scholarship will be paid in 12 monthly installments. Note that the scholarship can not be used as a tuition waiver; the applicant must pay the full amount of the tuition due (€12,000).

The Academic Medical Centre of the Universiteit van Amsterdam: Please note that the scholarship cannot be used as a (partial) tuition waiver. The applicant must still pay the full amount of tuition. The scholarship consists of € 6,000 – € 9,000 – € 12,000 or a proportional amount if the student starts in February.

Graduate School of Psychology: A portion of the tuition fee; exact amount not yet known

Graduate Schools of Sciences:  For the academic year they offer two scholarships of €14,500 each. The Amsterdam Merit Scholarship amount received in the first academic year of a two-year Master’s programme will also be paid to the nominated students in their second academic year. In addition, for the academic year 2016-2017 only, we will add an extra amount of €5,000 euro derived from the Holland Scholarship Programme of the NUFFIC, so a total of €19,500 is being granted that year.

Graduate School of Social Sciences: The scholarship consists of an amount equal to the tuition fee. Please note that the scholarship cannot be used as a (partial) tuition waiver. The applicant must still pay the full amount of tuition due. Scholarship holders will receive their grant in monthly instalments.

Scholarship can be taken in Netherlands

Eligibility Criteria: Students who hold a non-EU/EEA passport and have applied for a degree programme at the University of Amsterdam may submit an application for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.

Eligible Nationalities: Students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for scholarships.

Entrance Requirement: Applicants must have their previous degree.

Test Requirement: No

English Language Requirements: Applicants must proof of English proficiency (IELS/TOEFL) :TOEFL (internet-based) –  overall score of 100 (with a minimum score of 22 in each of the different components), IELTS (academic) – overall score of 7.0 (with at least 7.0 in each of the four components).

How to apply for this Scholarship

Application Procedure: Applications should be submitted to the Admissions Offices of the Graduate Schools. Deadlines for the AMS differ per Faculty or Graduate School. You can find the specific eligibility requirements, selection criteria and application instructions on the Faculty or Graduate School websites. Visit the official Website on this link: Apply Now 

Deadline: The application deadline is February 1, 2017.

Next Scholarship : Master’s Scholarships at HSE University in Russia

Master’s Scholarships at HSE University in Russia

Study in Russia on free Scholarship. Photo credit. Moscow Times

Here is a great scholarship opportunity for International students to study in Russia. Russia's Higher School of Economics is providing these scholarships to international students.

Overview

Applications are currently being accepted for full-tuition scholarships to study at National Research University – Higher School of Economics in Moscow and St. Petersburg. All international students seeking English- or Russian-language graduate education are encouraged to apply.

HSE University is one of the top universities in Russia and one of the leaders in Eastern Europe and Eurasia in economics and social sciences. Our students come from all over the world to study in English or Russian in Bachelor’s, Master’s, and non-degree programmes.

Fields of study

 Computer Science, Economics, Humanities, International Affairs, Management, Mathematics, Social Sciences

Specialized field of Study

Scholarships are available for the following English-taught Master’s programs

Big Data Systems
System and Software Engineering
Statistical Learning Theory
Finance
Financial Economics
Strategic Corporate Finance
Applied and Interdisciplinary History: Usable Pasts
Linguistic Theory and Language Description
Governance of Science, Technology, and Innovation
Mathematics
Applied Social Psychology
Cognitive Sciences and Technologies: From Neuron to Cognition
Comparative Social Research
Political Analysis and Public Policy
Economics. Philosophy
Population and Development
Comparative Politics of Eurasia
Socioeconomic and Political Development of Modern Asia

Scholarship Benefits 

Scholarships cover the full cost of tuition for Master’s programs over the course of two years. Subsidized accommodation at HSE dormitories is available for around 1400 rubles per month.

Eligibility Criteria
 You must already hold a Bachelor’s degree or earn one before the program start date (September 2017). If English is not your native language, IELTS or TOEFL exams are required to demonstrate you proficiency.  For full program requirements, please consult individual program pages.

Deadlines: This year, there are two rounds for scholarship deadlines. The Round 1 deadline is February 1, 2017; the Round 2 deadline is May 1, 2017.


How to apply

 To apply for a scholarship, please fill out the standard HSE online application form available on the apply now link below  and indicate that you wish to be considered for a scholarship. In your application, you may apply to two programs. Apply Now

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Albukhary Foundation Scholarship Programme 2017

 

Scholarship Info

The Albukhary Scholarship Programme offers opportunities for bright, high-achieving and underprivileged individuals from around the world to pursue undergraduate studies at Albukhary International University. The programme will nurture our scholars as the next corps of responsible future leaders that will shape nation building.
The Albukhary Scholarship Programme comprises of the following scheme:

• Albukhary Equity Scholarship
• Refugee Education Dream (RED) Scholarship
• Regional Awards
• Leadership, Academic and Service Excellence Awards
• Campus Residence Grant

However, application is now open for Albukhary Equity Scholarship and Refugee Education Dream (RED) Scholarship only.

Deadline

Mar 31, 2017

Criteria

1. ALBUKHARY EQUITY SCHOLARSHIP
Overview

• Full scholarship programme provided by Albukhary Foundation
• Available for all undergraduate courses and foundation studies programmes
• Aimed to provide scholarship to underprivileged students who have outstanding records in academic performance
• Tenable at Albukhary International University (AIU)?

?Eligibility 

• Must be from underprivileged background.
• Outstanding academic achievement in GCE ‘O’ level or ‘A’ level or other equivalent exam. Minimum academic requirements:

Foundation Studies Programme
O level: 3As (including Maths and English) and 2Bs
A level: Not Available
Undergraduate Studies Programme
O level: 3As (including Maths and English) and 2Bs
A level: 2As and 1B


2. REFUGEE EDUCATION DREAM (RED) SCHOLARSHIP
Overview

• Full scholarship programme provided by the Albukhary Foundation
• Available for all undergraduate courses and foundation studies programme
• Aimed to provide scholarship to refugees/asylum seekers who are registered under UNHCR Malaysia office
• Tenable at Albukhary International University (AIU)

?Eligibility

• Must be registered as refugees/asylum seekers  under UNHCR office in Malaysia
• Outstanding academic achievement in GCE ‘O’ level or ‘A’ level or other equivalent exam.
• Minimum academic requirements:

Foundation Studies Programme
O level: 3As (including Maths and English) and 2Bs
A level: Not Available
Undergraduate Studies Programme
O level: 3As (including Maths and English) and 2Bs
A level: 2As and 1B

Amount

1. ALBUKHARY EQUITY SCHOLARSHIP

• Tuition and ancillary fees
• Accommodation and living allowance
• Health Insurance
• Student Visa
• Repatriation (One way ticket)  ?

2. REFUGEE EDUCATION DREAM (RED) SCHOLARSHIP

• Tuition and ancillary fees
• Accommodation and living allowance
• Health Insurance

How to Apply

To apply, please download Application Guideline together with Scholarship Application Form. Click here.

Contact Info

Scholarship Unit
Albukhary Foundation
30, Jalan Pahang Barat
53000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Tel: +60 12-928 1876/+60 10-222 1876

Or

Scholarship Unit
Albukhary Foundation
Jalan Tun Abdul Razak,
05200 Alor Setar, Kedah
Tel: +60 12-928 1876/+60 10-222 1876

MICPA-TalentCorp Par Excellence Programme 2017

 

Scholarship Info

The Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA) and TalentCorp jointly offer a scholarship which enables accounting undergraduates to embark on the highly-regarded MICPA-CAANZ Programme in their 4th year of study.   This Programme leads to a dual qualification from MICPA and Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand (CAANZ) which entitles graduates to use both the CPA(M) and CA(ANZ) designations.

The objectives of this scholarship is to increase the number of professional accountants in Malaysia, and to enhance the employability of Malaysian accounting undergraduates.  The scholarship focuses on 2 components – professional education through the MICPA-CAANZ Programme and employment opportunities with reputable firms and organisations.

Deadline

Dec 30, 2016

Criteria

• Must be a Malaysian citizen
• Entering final year of a 4-year accounting degree programme accredited by MICPA.
• Minimum CGPA of 3.35 after completing 3 years of degree.
• Active participation in extra-curricular activities
• Minimum MUET Band 3
• Pass assessments and interview

Amount

Sponsorship covers the MICPA-CAANZ Programme registration fee, annual fee, exemption fee, exam fee for 2 modules and tuition fee for 2 modules.

Benefits:

• Obtain memberships with MICPA and CAANZ
• Dual qualification – CPA (Malaysia) and CA (Australia and New Zealand)
• Global Accounting Alliance (GAA) Passport
• Tuition classes provided
• Facilitation of internship placement
• Facilitation of full-time management with Approved Training Employers upon graduation
• Remaining modules sponsored by Employer

Preferred Discipline

Degree in Accounting

How to Apply

To apply for this scholarship, contact MICPA by sending an email to Eileen at eileen.mktg@micpa.com.my

Contact Info

Contact MICPA at info@micpa.com.my
Phone : +603-2698 9622
Email : eileen.mktg@micpa.com.my
Website : http://www.micpa.com.my/

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Scholarship Offer 2017

 

Scholarship Info

The International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL) is offering two International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma scholarships to Malaysian students for its August 2017 intake.
The scholarship covers tuition fees for a two-year study at ISKL, inclusive of the external examination fee and other compulsory requirements. This scholarship program, approved by the Ministry of Education Malaysia has been offered since 2002.

Deadline

Feb 28, 2017

Criteria

• Excellent academic records: Submit application with SPM 2016 trial exam results including past three years official academic records (translated in English)
• Personal statement from applicant
• SPM 2016 examination results (presented at the panel interview or prior)
• Teacher recommendations
• Extra curricular involvement
• Previous commitment to community service
• Completed ISKL Application for Admission form
• Authorization to Release School Records form
• A photocopy of the applicant’s Malaysian identity card
• Two recent passport-size color photographs of the student, with the student’s name written on the back

Amount

Costs covered by the scholarship:

• Tuition
• Application Fees
• Registration
• Land & Building Fund
• IB exam
• Books
• Field trips that are included within the tuition fees (compulsory for the IB Program)
• Busing is provided upon consultation with the bus contractor and depending on the bus routes and available seats

Costs not covered by the scholarship:

• Cost for participation in the IASAS sports/activities
• Optional field trips
• School uniforms
• Calculator
• Laptop
• The Society for ISKL Membership Fee
• Global Action Program (ISKL will cover the destination with the lowest cost)

How to Apply

Application to be addressed to:
Admissions Office
The International School of Kuala Lumpur
Jalan Kerja Ayer Lama
68000 Ampang, Selangor

Contact Info

+603 4259 5627 / 5628