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2013/14 Fully-Funded PhD Studentship in Psychology at Swansea University, UK

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Swansea University

Swansea University offers fully-funded PhD studentship in Neurogenetics of Gambling Addiction: A Multi-Modal Neuroimaging Project. Students must have or expect to achieve a minimum 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent) and/or an MSc in a relevant discipline (e.g. psychology or neuroscience). Studentship will cover UK/EU tuition fees with stipend of approximately £13,726 p.a. for a maximum of 3 years subject to satisfactory progress.

About Studentship: The main objective of this project is to explore the neural circuitry underpinning gambling-related cognitive processes in the context of gambling addiction, a growing societal problem in the UK (1% of the adult population). The successful applicant will join a new, vibrant and productive team in the Department of Psychology and the Institute of Life Sciences. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual wishing to make a substantial contribution to the field of cognitive neuroscience. 

Study: Psychology

Course Level: PhD degree

Studentship By: Swansea University, UK

Location: UK 

Eligibility: -Students must be from the UK/EU.

-Students must have, or expect to achieve, a minimum 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent) and/or an MSc in a relevant discipline (e.g. psychology or neuroscience).

-Students should have strong written and spoken communication skills.

-Students should have experience with Matlab programming and imaging dataset (imaging data). 

Studentship Open for: The students of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and UK can apply

Duration: Studentship is offered for a maximum of 3 years subject to satisfactory progress.

Value: The studentship will:

-cover UK/EU tuition fees

-provide a stipend of approximately £13,726 p.a. for a maximum of 3 years subject to satisfactory progress. 

Apply: To apply please submit your CV and a 1000 (maximum) word statement outlining why you wish to undertake this research, what is the current state of knowledge and what would be an interesting research question. Your CV should include details of your research experience to-date, scientific interests, and also include the names of two referees. The successful applicant will then be asked to complete a Swansea University postgraduate application form at a later stage. Please send your CV by post. 

Deadline: 12th June 2013 

Further Information: http://www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate/scholarships/research/psychology-phd-studentship-neurogenetics-of-gambling-addiction.php

2013/14 Scholarships for Vietnamese Students at University of Queensland, Australia

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University of Queensland

University of Queensland, Australia offers Scholarships for Vietnamese Students for 2013/14 academic year. Scholarships are provided in the field of international economics & finance, development economics, business economics, health economics and economics and public policy. These scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degree level. 

About Scholarship: The University of Queensland is offering scholarships for outstanding Vietnamese students seeking admission into either an undergraduate or coursework masters program in economics. The School has established a strong connection with Vietnam, attracting high achieving students and we are proud of the contribution made to the UQ student body by our Vietnamese students. The following competitive scholarships are awarded to outstanding Vietnamese students on the basis of academic excellence and extra-curricular activities. Students who are short listed for consideration will be required to participate in an interview. 

Study: International economics & finance, development economics, business economics, health economics and economics and public policy

Course Level: Undergraduate and postgraduate degree

Scholarship By: University of Queensland, Australia

Location: Australia

Duration: These scholarships are offered for whole the duration of the program.

Value: These scholarships do not include living expenses for the duration of the program, travel expenses or overseas health cover. They are awarded on a competitive basis. Previous study of economics or work experience is not required. Covers up to 100% of tuition fees for students. 

Eligibility: For master program: Complete an undergraduate degree from a recognised institution with a GPA of at least 8 out of 10 on the Vietnamese grading scale. Vietnamese students with a qualification from Australia or another country are also eligible to apply.

-Students must have an IELTS of 6.5 overall with a 6 in all other sub bands, or Internet based TOEFL minimum overall score of 90 with; 21 writing; 20 reading; 20 speaking; 20 listening.

For undergraduate program: Graduates from a recognised Vietnamese gifted school with a year 12 average grade of 8.0 or above on a 10 point scale. Students must have successfully completed advanced mathematics (including calculus). Successful completion of the first year of tertiary study with a grade point average of at least 8 out of 10 on the Vietnamese grading scale. Students must have an IELTS of 6.5 overall with a 6 in all other sub bands, or Internet based TOEFL minimum overall score of 90 with; 21 writing; 20 reading; 20 speaking; 20 listening. 

Scholarship Open for: The students of Vietnam can apply 

Selection Criteria: These are competitive scholarships. Scholarships are awarded to outstanding Vietnamese students on the basis of academic excellence and extra-curricular activities. 

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

-Complete the UQ School of Economics Scholarship Application form

-Complete a UQ International Student Application Form Undergradute Studies and Postgraduate Studies

-Submit an application form with the following documents through a registered UQ International Education Representative or directly to The University of Queensland International Admissions.

-universisty acadmeic transcripts

-senior high school academic transcripts

-motivation letter

-2 reference letters

-resume/CV

-current IELTS or TOEFL certificate 

Deadline: 31st October 2013

Further Information: http://www.uq.edu.au/economics/vietnam-scholarship

2013/14 Providian Medical Scholarship for Undergraduates in USA

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Providian Medical

Providian Medical is offering annual scholarship to help students in achieving their educational goals. Any student planning for a medical or veterinary career is especially encouraged to enter, however, students on any career path are also welcome to apply. Applicant must be enrolled at an accredited high school, college or university in the United States. Application Deadlines are June 21st for Summer Entry and Jan 15th for Winter Entry. 

About Scholarship: Providian Medical, a leading company in the sales and service of new and refurbished ultrasound, MRI, and CT medical equipment, is pleased to announce its first annual “Providian Medical Scholarship.” Providian Medical believes that education is key for anyone preparing to enter the workplace and embark on a career. To that end, it hopes to play a small part in helping students achieve their educational goals with this bi-annual $500 scholarship. 

Study: Scholarship is provided for the courses offered at an accredited high school (final year), college or university in the United States.

Course Level: Undergraduate level

Scholarship by: Providian Medical

Location: USA 

Eligibility: -Must be enrolled at an accredited high school, college or university in the United States

-Must be either in your final year of high school or enrolled at the undergraduate level in “good standing”

-Must be age 16 or older

-Must be attending a U.S.-based institution

-Must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher (or equivalent)

-Entries must be post marked by June 21st for our Summer Entry Deadline or Jan 15th for our Winter Entry Deadline 

Scholarship Open for: Students of USA can apply

Value: Bi-annual $500 scholarship 

Selection Criteria: The decision of the panel will be based on originality, research, and quality of the essay submitted. 

Apply: Students should apply via post. To apply for the scholarship, you must submit an original essay of up to 1,500 words that describes how medical equipment technology has changed the face of a college course and curriculum. Entries can also include a look toward the future and how this area of study will continue to evolve and advance. 

Deadline: Application Deadlines are June 21st for Summer Entry and Jan 15th for Winter Entry.

Further Information: http://www.providianmedical.com/providian-medical-scholarship/

2013 Graduate School of Management Master’s Scholarships in New Zealand

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Graduate School of Management is funding master’s scholarships. Scholarship is available for African students to pursue a Master of Management, Master of International Business or Master of Professional Accounting degree in the Graduate School of Management at the University of Auckland Business School. One or more scholarships will be awarded for a period of up to one year and each will be of the value of up to $30,000. 

About Scholarship: These Master’s Scholarships were established in 2013 and are funded by the Graduate School of Management. The main purpose of the scholarships is to support international students who are citizens of a country in Africa to up-skill and launch a business career by completing a Master of Management, Master of International Business or Master of Professional Accounting degree in the Graduate School of Management at the University of Auckland Business School. The scholarships will be awarded by the University of Auckland Council upon the recommendation of a Selection Committee comprising the Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics (or nominee), the Director of the Graduate School of Management (or nominee), and the Director of Master’s Programmes of the Graduate School of Management (or nominee). 

Study: Scholarships are provided to study Master of Management, Master of International Business or Master of Professional Accounting .

Course Level: Master’s degree

Scholarship by: Graduate School of Management New Zealand

Location: New Zealand

Number of awards: One or more scholarships are offered.

Duration of awards: One year

Value: $30,000 

Eligibility: To take up and be paid the scholarship recipient must be enrolled and have paid the fees, or arranged to pay the fees, for full-time study in a Master of Management, Master of International Business or Master of Professional Accounting degree in the School of Graduate Management at the University of Auckland Business School. To continue and to hold the scholarship, the recipient must maintain a GPA of 5.00 (equivalent to a B average) in each quarter of study. The application deadlines are 17 June (for the September intake in the year of the award), and 1 December (for the April intake in the following year). 

Scholarship Open for: The international students who are citizens of a country in Africa (Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Côte d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Western Sahara, Zambia and Zimbabwe.) can apply for the scholarships. 

Selection criteria: The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic merit and a written statement. 

Notification: Decision will be made after six weeks of the closing date by letter or email.

Apply: online 

Deadline: 17th June (for the September intake in the year of the award), and 1st  December (for the April intake in the following year) 

Further Information: www.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/cs-upcoming-closing-dates?form=details&detailCode=803572

2013 Kenneth Sewards-Shaw Graduate Scholarship at Lincoln College in UK

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Lincoln College

Lincoln College is offering Graduate Scholarship in the field of Law, History, English or Politics. Candidates must hold a place, or an offer of a place, at Lincoln College before applying. The students of UK can apply for this scholarship. Applicants will be informed of the outcome of their application by July 1st of the year of application. 

About Scholarship: Candidates should have attained a high standard in their previous academic work. Applicants must hold a place, or an offer of a place, at Lincoln College before applying. The candidate who is selected for this award will be expected to give a presentation on their work to members of the Middle and Senior Common Room at a joint seminar during their first year at Lincoln.  There will be a reward of an additional £500 for doing so. Applicants will be informed of the outcome of their application by July 1st of the year of application. 

Study: Law, History, English or Politics

Course Level: Graduate degree

Scholarship by: Lincoln College, UK

Location: UK

Duration: one year

Value: Total offer is of £1,500 (There will be a reward of an additional £500 for doing so). 

Eligibility: Candidates should have attained a high standard in their previous academic work. Applicants must hold a place, or an offer of a place, at Lincoln College before applying. 

Scholarship Open for: The students of UK can apply 

Notification: Applicants will be informed of the outcome of their application by July 1st of the year of application. 

Apply: Lincoln College Scholarship application forms are available for download here. Two references and a letter of application should be sent by post directly by the same deadline. 

Deadline: 1 June 2013

Further Information: http://www.lincoln.ox.ac.uk/funding-and-awards-for-graduates

2013 University of Liverpool Graduate Association Awards in UK

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University of Liverpool Graduate Association (Hong Kong) is offering graduate awards for Hong Kong/China students. These scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate studies leading to a bachelor degree in their chosen fields in the forthcoming academic year at University of Liverpool, UK. Each Scholarship will cover partial payment of the tuition fee or living expenses. Each scholarship is tenable for a period not exceeding three years. 

About Scholarship: The University of Liverpool Graduate Association (Hong Kong) Awards were established in 1997 following a generous donation from an anonymous benefactor. The objectives of the scholarships are to promote educational exchange and academic research respectively, between the University of Liverpool and residents of Hong Kong SAR and the People’s Republic of China. 

Study: Scholarships are provided for courses offered by University of Liverpool in UK

Course Level: Undergraduate degree

Scholarship by: The University of Liverpool Graduate Association (Hong Kong)

Location: UK

Number of awards: A number of undergraduate scholarships are available to Hong Kong/China students.

Duration: Each scholarship is tenable for a period not exceeding three years.

Value: Each Scholarship will cover partial payment of the tuition fee or living expenses. 

Eligibility: A number of undergraduate scholarships shall be awarded to academically outstanding students originated from Hong Kong/China who have been admitted to pursue full-time undergraduate studies leading to a bachelor degree in their chosen fields in the forthcoming academic year at the University of Liverpool. The students are responsible for their own admission application and must submit proof of acceptance for admission to the University at the time of application to the Graduate Association. Current students originating from Hong Kong/China who are already in their first or second year of undergraduate studies at the University of Liverpool at the time of application are also eligible to apply for the Scholarship. The students must submit, in addition to other relevant documents, a supporting letter from their academic tutor. 

Scholarship Open for: The students of Hong Kong/China can apply 

Notification: Applicants might be invited for an interview in late July or early August. Result of the scholarship will be announced before end of August. 

Apply: The mode of applying is by email. Scholarship applicants including those applying for renewal should submit their applications directly to the Graduate Association not later than 31st of May each year using the prescribed form UG-AF1 via email to Prof. John Yeung (scholarships-at-liverpooluga.com.hk). Applicants will then receive a Reference Number from the Graduate Association within one week.  Relevant supporting documents such as acceptance letter from the University of Liverpool (applicable for prospective first year student only), certified copies of certificates and transcripts, curriculum vitae, etc together with a copy of the original application form bearing the Reference Number must then be submitted to the Graduate Association by post before 30th of June. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. 

Deadline: 31st May 2013 

Further Information: http://www.liv.ac.uk/study/international/money-and-scholarships/hong-kong-awards/

2013 MSc Scholarship in Transport Planning at UWE in UK

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University of the West of England

University of the West of England is offering a small number of scholarships in Transport Planning. The scholarship is available for pursuing full time MSc degree level at University of the West of England. UK and International students are eligible to apply for this scholarship. 

About Scholarship: UWE are offering for the second year running a small number of scholarships to support MSc applicants as part of an initiative to attract ‘Gifted Next Generation’ transport planners. 

Study: Transport Planning

Course Level: MSc degree

Scholarship Provider: University of the West of England, UK

Location: UK 

Eligibility: All applicants (from UK or any other country) to study MSc Transport Planning full-time are invited to apply for a scholarship, except those already in receipt of another scholarship or bursary exceeding £3,000. 

Scholarship Open for: Students of (from UK or any other country) can apply 

Number of awards: A small number of scholarships awarded to support MSc applicants.

Duration: One year full-time, Three years part-time

Value: £3,000 (payable on enrollment to the course) 

Selection Criteria: A panel will determine which applicants to support based on applications to the course as well as the written piece of work submitted.

Notification: Scholarship awardees will be announced by early August 2013. 

Apply: The mode of applying is online. You should submit a written piece of work of no more than 1,000 words discussing how improved transport could support economic and social development in your home country and how studying UWE’s MSc Transport Planning would enable you to make a positive contribution to this. This written piece of work should be e-mailed to Steve Melia. 

Deadline: The deadline for applications is 28 June 2013. A panel will determine which applicants to support based on applications to the course as well as the written piece of work submitted. 

Further Information: http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/et/research/cts/courses.aspx#tpscholarship

2013/14 University of Stirling Taught Postgraduate Scholarships in UK

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University of Stirling

As other Scottish universities University of Stirling is also offering Carnegie-Cameron Taught Postgraduate Bursaries for its one-year taught postgraduate Masters Courses. Carnegie-Cameron Taught Postgraduate Bursaries are awarded for the payment of tuition fees for one-year taught postgraduate Masters Courses offered by a Scottish university. The University of Stirling has been allocated four Carnegie-Cameron Taught Postgraduate Bursaries for academic year 2013/14. Candidates will be selected on the basis of their merit and promise, and of their financial circumstances. 

About Scholarship: Carnegie-Cameron Taught Postgraduate Bursaries are awarded for the payment of tuition fees for one-University of Stirling logoyear taught postgraduate Masters Courses offered by a Scottish university. The bursaries aim to enable students to enhance their employability in their chosen field, develop their specialist skills or supplement existing ones, thus bettering their career prospects.

The Bursary scheme should not be considered as a step-stone towards PhD study. Applicants must already have been offered and accepted a place to study on a postgraduate taught programme at the University of Stirling in order to be considered, and must meet their conditions of offer in full before the award of a bursary can be confirmed. 

Study: Taught postgraduate Masters Courses available at University of Stirling

Course Level: One-year taught postgraduate Masters Courses

Scholarship By: The Carnegie Trust for the Universities of Scotland

Location: UK 

Eligibility: -To be eligible, applicants must: (a) be of Scottish birth OR

(b) Be of Scottish extraction (have at least one parent born in Scotland) OR

(c) Have been resident in Scotland for a period of at least three years for the purpose of secondary or tertiary education

-One-year taught postgraduate courses may be attended on a part-time basis over two consecutive years.

-Bursaries that have been allocated to a university, but not awarded to any student, will be cancelled, unless the university can award the bursaries to students starting later in the academic year (January for example

Scholarship Open for: Students of Scotland can apply for this scholarship.

Number of awards: The University of Stirling has been allocated four Carnegie-Cameron Taught Postgraduate Bursaries for academic year 2013/14.

Duration: These scholarships are for one-year taught postgraduate Masters Courses. 

Value: The value of a Bursary for 2013-14 will be £3,750. If the course fees are under £3,750 the Trust will pay the lower fee amount. If the course fees exceed £3,750, the Trust will only cover fees up to £3,750. 

Selection Criteria: Candidates will be selected on the basis of their merit and promise, and of their financial circumstances. The most important selection criteria should be those envisaged by Andrew Carnegie: that the candidates be qualified and deserving, industrious and ambitious, and that they would derive particular benefit from a one-year taught postgraduate degree, which they would be unlikely to attend without the award. 

Apply: Applications should be submitted, either in hard copy or by email attachment, to the Head of Student Administration. Those submitted after the deadline will not be considered. 

Deadline: 28th June 2013

Further Information: http://www.slu.edu/school-for-professional-studies-home/majors-and-programs

3ie Scholarship for Students of Developing Countries at UEA, UK

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University-of-East-Anglia

University of East Anglia offers 3ie Scholarship in UK. University of East Anglia offers full time Degree of Master of Science Scholarship in for the duration of one year. The Scholarship covers £3,000 of the course tuition fee and one return economy flight. All eligible candidates to whom the School has made an offer are automatically considered for nomination. The students of developing countries can apply for this scholarship. The scholarship is provided to study in Impact Evaluation for International Development. Student must have a good first degree from a recognized higher education institution. 

About Scholarship: The MSc Impact Evaluation for International Development degree offers familiarization with and skills in the basics of modern evidence-based policy-making and impact evaluation, including the contexts and practices of evaluation, research design and data production for evaluation, and basic and more advanced methods of quantitative and qualitative analysis. Teaching materials are drawn from the development literature and iconic impact evaluation case studies. 

Study: Impact Evaluation for International Development

Course Level: Masters-MSc degree

Scholarship By: University of East Anglia

Location: UK 

Eligibility:-Applicants should normally have a good first degree from a recognized higher education institution.

-The University will also take into account the employment experience of applicants where relevant.

-It is normal for undergraduate students to apply for entry to postgraduate programmes in their final year of study.

-Applicants who have not yet been awarded a degree may be offered a place conditional on their attaining a particular class of degree.

-We welcome applications from students whose first language is not English.

- To ensure such students benefit from postgraduate study, we require evidence of proficiency in English. 

Scholarship Open for: The students of developing countries can apply 

Number of awards: One 3ie scholarship is available for applicants from less developed countries.

Duration: One year

Value: The Scholarship covers £3,000 of the course tuition fee and one return economy flight. 

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

Apply: The mode of applying is online. Applications for Postgraduate Taught programmes at the University of East Anglia should be made directly to the University. You can apply online, or by downloading the application form.

Deadline: 30 June 2013 

Further Information: http://www.uea.ac.uk/international-development/scholarships-and-funding/scholarships-international-students

2013 PhD Studentship in Chemistry at University of Leicester in UK

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University of Leicester is offering fully-funded PhD Studentship for October 2013 entry. The studentship is funded by the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) and the University of Leicester and will pay UK/EU tuition fees for three years. The Studentship is available for UK/EU students to pursue PhD degree in the department of chemistry. Applicants must meet the University’s Standard English language requirements. The studentship includes an annual stipend worth £13,500 each year. 

About Scholarship: The Department of Chemistry is pleased to offer this fully-funded studentship for October 2013 entry to its Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme. The studentship is funded by the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) and the University of Leicester and will pay UK/EU tuition fees for three years. The studentship includes an annual stipend worth £13,500 each year. 

Study: Chemistry

Course Level: PhD degree

Scholarship By: Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) and University of Leicester

Location: UK

Eligibility: Applicants must have or expect to obtain a first-class or high upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in chemistry or a related discipline. A Masters degree in a relevant discipline is desirable but not essential.

-Applicants must meet the University’s Standard English language requirements.

-This studentship is open to suitable UK/EU applicants only. Applicants must satisfy the NERC eligibility requirements.

-The studentship is for full-time study only and applicants must be able to commence their studies in October 2013. 

Scholarship Open for: The students of UK/EU can apply

Duration: Three years

Value: The studentship includes an annual stipend worth £13,500 each year. 

Apply: To apply, simply follow our three-point checklist:

-Draft a brief personal statement (maximum 500 words) explaining why you would like to work on this project and describing any relevant research experience, including any research projects that you have undertaken – for example, as part of a previous degree – and listing any academic work that you have published or which has been accepted for publication

-Prepare your supporting documents

-Submit your online application or apply by post making sure to include your personal statement and supporting documents.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 30 June 2013 – however, early application is encouraged. Applications that do not include a personal statement and the required supporting documents will not be considered. 

Deadline: 30th June 2013

Further Information: http://www2.le.ac.uk/study/research/funding/atmospheric-chemistry