International Postgraduate Research Scholarships at Australian Universities 2013 – 2014

International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (IPRS) at Australian Universities

Australian Gov’t/DIISR
MS/PhD Degree

Deadline: varies, July-Oct (annual)

Study in:  Australia
Course starts: 2014

Description: 

The International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (IPRS) program is funded by the Australian Government, Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research (DIISR).  The IPRS program was established to maintain and develop international research linkages and specifically aims to:

• attract top quality international postgraduate students to areas of research strength in Australian higher education providers; and

• support Australia’s research effort.

The IPRS program enables international students to undertake a postgraduate research qualification in Australia and gain experience with leading Australian researchers.  The scholarships are available for a period of two years for a Masters by research degree or three years for a Doctorate by research degree.

Host Institution(s):

The list of Australian Universities that offers the IPRS is found at this link.

Field of study:

Any postgraduate research programme offered at participating Australian Universities.

Number of Awards:

Around 330 are awarded annually. The allocation of IPRS grants to participating universities is based on a formula that is reflective of their overall research performance.

Target group:

Scholarships are open to international students of all countries (except Australia and New Zealand).

Scholarship value/inclusions:

The scholarship covers tuition fees, living allowance, and health cover costs.

Eligibility:

To be eligible for an IPRS, a student must:

(a) be an international student; and

(b) meet international student visa requirements as specified by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC), including the requirement to purchase and maintain a standard Overseas Student Health Cover policy approved by the Commonwealth Government Department of Health and Aging; and

(c) be commencing full-time enrollment for the first time in a HDR at an eligible scholarship provider in Australia; and

(d) be undertaking study in a subject area identified by the provider as one of its areas of research concentration; and

(e) not hold a research qualification regarded by the provider to be equivalent to an Australian Research Doctorate degree or, if undertaking a Research Masters degree, not hold a research qualification regarded by the provider to be equivalent to or higher than an Australian Research Masters degree; and

(f) not have held an Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) scholarship within the two years prior to commencing the IPRS; and

(g) not be receiving a scholarship for which course tuition is a component under any other scholarship scheme to which the Australian Government makes a substantial contribution.

Application instructions:

Applications for a scholarship need to be made directly to a participating Universities/Higher Education Providers (HEPs) in Australia. HEPs are responsible for determining the selection process by which scholarships are allocated to applicants. The deadline varies among universities but is around July-October each year. 

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Scholarships for Bangladeshi Students in Japan

United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Country Students

JFUNU
Masters Degree

Deadline: 30 April 2013
Study in: Japan
Course starts: September 2013

Description: 

The Japan Foundation for UNU (JFUNU) Scholarship is available for outstanding applicants from developing countries who can demonstrate a need for financial assistance and who are granted admissions to UNU-ISP.

Host Institution(s):

United Nations University Institute for Sustainability and Peace

Field(s) of study:

Master of Science in Sustainability, Development, and Peace

Target group:

Citizens of developing countries

Scholarship value/inclusions:

The JFUNU scholarship covers the full tuition fees, and provides a monthly allowance of 150,000 JPY* for living expenses for a maximum of 24 months. Travel costs to and from Japan, visa handling fees, and health/accident insurance costs must be covered by the student.

Eligibility:

Applicants for the Master of Science in Sustainability, Development, and Peace are required to have met the following requirements by the application deadline in order to be considered:

• A completed bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university or institution of higher education

• A particular interest and career aspiration in at least one of the following thematic areas: Global Change and Sustainability, Peace and Security, International Cooperation and Development

• English language proficiency

Application instructions:

During admission selection process, outstanding applicants from developing countries with financial need will be automatically considered as candidates for the award of the JFUNU scholarship. Thus, no separate application is necessary. Application deadline is 30 April 2013.

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Scholarships for Bangladeshi Students at University of West London

International Ambassador Scholarships at University of West London

University of West London
Bachelors/Masters Degree

Deadline: 23 August 2013
Study in: London, UK
Course starts: September 2013

Description:

The International Ambassador Scholarship recognizes and provides financial support for outstanding students who wish to act as ambassadors for the University of West London.  International Ambassadors will be active representatives of the University.

Host Institution(s):

University of West London, UK

Field(s) of study:

Any full-time undergraduate or postgraduate course at the University of West London.

Number of Scholarships:

Up to 100 scholarships

Target group:

International Students around the world

Scholarship value/inclusions:

Scholarships are worth up to £5,000 ($7,500 USD). Please note that these are partial scholarships.

Eligibility:

Students are eligible to apply for the scholarship if they have been offered an unconditional place to study on a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate course at the University of West London, commencing in September 2013.

Application instructions:

You can apply for our International Ambassador Scholarships in September 2013 by completing a scholarship application form. Only apply if you have been accepted to a programme offered at University of West London. The deadline for applications is no later than 23 August 2013.

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Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships for Bangladeshi Students

Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships for Developing Countries

DFID/UK Universities
Online Masters (MS) Degree

Deadline: 28 May 2013
Study in: any Country
Course starts: September 2013

Description:

The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in partnership with UK Universities offers distances learning scholarships as part of the commitment of the Commission and the Department for International Development’s (DFID) commitment to explore new methods of scholarship delivery.

Host Institution(s) and Online Courses offered:

• Bangor University – MSc Tropical Forestry

• Cardiff University – MSc Clinical Optometry

• Cardiff University – MSc Palliative Medicine/Care

• Institute of Education, University of London – MA Education and International Development

• Leeds Metropolitan University – MSc Public Health – Health Promotion

• London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine – MSc Clinical Trials

• London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine – MSc Epidemiology

• London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine – MSc Global Health Policy

• London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine – MSc Infectious Diseases

• London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine – MSc Public Health

• London South Bank University – MSc Education for Sustainability

• Open University – MSc Development Management

• Royal Veterinary College, University of London – MSc Veterinary Epidemiology and Public Health

• School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London – MSc Poverty Reduction: Policy and Practice

• University of Bath – MSc International Construction Management

• University of Dundee – MN Master of Nursing

• University of Edinburgh – MSc Biodiversity, Wildlife and Ecosystem Health

• University of Edinburgh – MSc Global Health and Infectious Diseases

• University of Edinburgh – MSc Global Health and Non-Communicable Diseases

• University of Edinburgh – MSc International Animal Health

• University of Liverpool – MPH Master of Public Health

• University of Nottingham – MA Education

• University of Oxford – MSt International Human Rights Law

• University of Southampton – MSc Gerontology

• University of York – MPA Master of Public Administration – International Development

Target group:

Nationals of Commonwealth Developing Countries (Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda Nauru, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana,  British Virgin Islands, Namibia, Cameroon, Dominica, Falkland Islands, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guyana,  India,  Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati,  Lesotho, Malawi, Malaysia,  Maldives, Mauritius, Montserrat, Mozambique, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guineas, Pitcairn, Rwanda, St Helena,  St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, South Africa,  Sri Lanka,  Swaziland, Tanzania, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tristan da Cunha, Turks and Caicos, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Western Samoa, and Zambia)

Scholarship value/inclusions:

The Scholarships cover the overseas tuition fees at the Masters Degree level.

Eligibility:

To be eligible for a Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarship, candidates should:

• be Commonwealth citizens of a developing Commonwealth country, refugees or British protected persons.

• be permanently resident in a developing Commonwealth country

• Normally hold a first degree of upper second-class standard or higher qualification. In certain cases, we will consider a lower qualification and sufficient relevant experience

Note: You must also meet the specific eligibility requirements of the course you are interested in.  To view this, see the complete description of your desired course by referring to the links listed under the section “Host Institutions and Courses Offered” (see above).

Application instructions:

Before you can apply for the scholarship, you must first apply to an approved programme at an accredited host institution (see the list of approved courses above).  Full details of the application process must be obtained from the relevant institution. Deadline for applications is 28 May 2013.

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Scholarships for Bangladeshi Students in Humber College Canada

International Student Scholarships at Humber College Canada

Humber College
Undergraduate Degree

Deadline: 1 July/15 Nov (annual)
Study in: Canada
Course starts: September 2013

Description: 

Humber offers full tuition renewable scholarships for NEW international undergraduate students beginning classes in September and January of each year. Aside from this scholarship, they have other scholarship programs ranging from CAD 1,000-5,000 in value.

Host Institution(s):

Humber College in Ontario, Canada

Field of study:

Any undergraduate programme offered at the University except General Arts & Science – English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program. 

Target group:

International Students

Scholarship value/inclusions:

Full Tuition (Approximate value $12,800 CAD)

Eligibility:

Applications will be considered based on academics, community involvement, referee/reference letters and statement of interest. Renewal of the scholarship will be based on the student’s ability to maintain a 70% GPA in each year of his/her program at Humber.

Application instructions:

You will only receive the scholarship application instructions and forms once you have been accepted for admissions.   Therefore, you must first apply for admissions before you can apply for the scholarship. The scholarship application forms will be included in your acceptance package. International students are encouraged to submit their applications on 1 July (September intake) and 15 November (January intake).

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Turkish Government Scholarships 2013-2014

Turkeys Scholarships for International Students

Turkish Government
Bachelors/Masters/PhD Degree

Deadline: 31 Mar/31 May 2013
Study in:  Turkey
Course starts: September 2013

Description:

The Turkish Government offers scholarships for Associate, Undergraduate and Graduate (Master/PhD) studies, as well as for Research and Turkish Language Summer Courses through the Turkeys Bursary Scholarship Program.

Host Institution(s):

Recognized Universities in Turkey.

Fields of study:

The scholarships cover a wide range of fields of study including but not limited to political science, international affairs, law, engineering, Islamic Studies, Agriculture, Economics, Journalism, History, Sociology, Architecture and Linguistic Studies.

Target group:

International students (non-Turkish citizenship)

Scholarship value/inclusions:

A monthly pocket money/allowance ($300-$575), accommodation/housing, tuition fees, costs of Turkish language training courses, general health insurance and specified travel expenses are all included in Turkeys Scholarships.

Eligibility:

Nationality

Only foreign national international students can apply to the scholarships programs. Applicants must have a non-Turkish citizenship (Anyone holding or ever held Turkish citizenship cannot apply to the scholarship program).

Qualifications

For associate degree:

Candidates Applicants are expected to have graduated or are likely to graduate within a year from high school in the present academic year.

For undergraduate degree:

Applicants Candidates are expected to have graduated or are likely to graduate Applicants from secondary school (vocational college).

For graduate and research degree:

Applicants Candidates are expected to have graduated or be likely to graduate Applicants from an educational institution at undergraduate or master’s level equivalent to that of Turkeys, in the present academic year.

Age limit

For the applicants applying to Associate Degree and Undergraduate Degree: Those who were born no earlier than 01.01.1992.

For applicants applying to Master’s Degree: Those who were born no earlier than 01.01.1983.

For applicants applying to PhD Degree: Those who were born no earlier than 01.01.1978.

Important: Foreign students should meet the criteria of the universities they applied. After the acceptance, they can apply for the Success or Support Scholarships under the Turkeys Scholarships.

Application instructions:

Undergraduate and postgraduate degree applications will be taken in different periods of 2013. Accordingly, postgraduate applications will begin in March 2013. Undergraduate and associate degree applications will begin in May 2013. The deadline for application for graduate programs is 31 March 2013 while the deadline for undergraduate programs will be around end of May 2013.

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ADB-Japan Scholarship Program 2013-2014

ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries

ADB/Japan Government
MS/PhD Degree

Deadline: varies
Study in:  Asia, Australia, USA
Course starts: 2013

Description:

The Asian Development Bank-Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) was established in April 1988 with financing from the Government of Japan.   It aims to provide an opportunity for well-qualified citizens of ADB’s developing member countries to undertake postgraduate studies in economics, management, science and technology, and other development-related fields at participating academic institutions in the Asian and Pacific Region.

Upon completion of their study programs, scholars are expected to contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries.

Host Institution(s):

ADB-JSP provides scholarships only to participating academic institutions under the Program.

Field(s) of study:

Programs covered by the ADB-JSP are postgraduate studies in economics, management, health, education, agriculture, environment, natural resource management, science and technology, and other development-related fields.

Only programs at the 20 participating academic institutions in the Asian and Pacific Regions are eligible for ADB-JSP funding.

Number of Scholarships:

About 300 scholarships are awarded annually.

Target group:

The scholarships are open to citizens of ADB’s developing member countries.

Scholarship value/inclusions:

The ADB-JSP provides full tuition fees, a monthly subsistence and housing allowance, an allowance for books and instructional materials, medical insurance, and travel expenses.

For scholars engaged in research, a special grant may be available for thesis preparation. In special circumstances computer literacy, preparatory language and other similar courses may be covered under the scholarship.

The scholarship is for one year with an extension to the second year of study, as appropriate, which shall be conditional on the scholar maintaining a satisfactory level of performance as determined by the institute.   The maximum duration of scholarship award is two years for master’s and doctorate programs.

Eligibility:

1. A national of an ADB borrowing member country (applicants from countries that are no longer borrowings from ADB are not eligible for the ADB-JSP Scholarship).

2. Gained admission to an approved MA/PhD course at an academic institution.

3. A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent with superior academic record.

4. At least two (2) years of full-time professional working experience (acquired after a university degree) at the time of application. Proficiency in oral and written English communication skills to be able to pursue studies.

5. Not more than 35 years old at the time of application. In exceptional cases, for programs which are appropriate for senior officials and managers, the age limit is 45 years old.

6. In good health.

7. Should agree to return to his/her home country after completion of studies under the Program.

8. Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of ADB, consultants, and relatives of the aforementioned are not eligible for the Scholarship.

9. Staff of academic institutions is not eligible for the Scholarship.

10. Applicants living or working in a country other than his/her home country are not eligible for scholarships.

11. ADB-JSP does not support applicants who are already enrolled in graduate degree programs.

12. ADB-JSP does not sponsor undergraduate studies, distance learning programs, short-term training, conferences, seminars, thesis writing, and research projects.

Application instructions:

The procedure in applying for ADB-JSP Scholarships is outlined below:

1. Applicants should request information and application forms from the chosen Academic Institution to assist them in making an informed decision on the academic institution and course they wish to undertake.

2. Applicants should indicate to the academic institution that they are applying for admission and that they would like to be considered for the ADB-JSP Scholarship. The completed Institution application form and required documentation, including the ADB-JSP Information Sheet form, should be submitted to the academic institution. Applicants must ensure that they submit accurate and complete documentation. Failure to do so may result in an application not being processed or to an award being terminated if documentation or information provided is later determined to be false. Applicants are required to submit their latest Income Tax Return or Certification of their Annual Salary/Monthly Salary, whichever is available. They should also submit a Certification of Family Income (Parent’s Income).

3. The academic institution will screen and rank the applicants, based on its own selection criteria, keeping in view the eligibility requirements and selection criteria of the ADB. In the evaluation process, the academic institution may contact the candidates for further information. The academic institution will then submit its ranked list of applicants to ADB, including a description of the score/grading system which is the basis for the ranking.

4. ADB will review the submission from the academic institutions and recommend awardees based on the selection criteria of ADB to the Executive Director of Japan for formal approval.

5. Upon approval by the Executive Director of Japan, ADB will advise academic institutions on the successful candidates.

6. The academic institution will inform all applicants of the outcome of the selection process and begin to make arrangements for the awardees take up their scholarships.

7. The academic institutions will arrange for the signing of the Acceptance of Scholarship Award by awardees wherein the scholars agree that after completion of their study, they will return to their home country.

8. ADB will send an appropriate congratulatory letter to each scholar.

No separate application to ADB is necessary.  Send applications for scholarships at least six months prior to the planned time that you wish to commence studies.   Please refer to the normal month of intake and deadline of application in the participating academic institutions.

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