The University Of Western Australia India Scholarships

The University Of Western Australia India Scholarships
Eligible Indian applicants, who can commit to paying fifty-percent (50%) of their full tuition fees to undertake a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) at The University of Western Australia, may apply for an India SIRF Scholarship. This scholarship will cover fifty-percent (50%) of all tuition fees for up to 4 years, as well as Overseas Student Health Cover, and provide a full living allowance scholarship.
Eligibility Criteria
In order to apply for an India Scholarship for International Research Fees (Indian SIRF), applicants must:
• be citizens of India
• be able to commit to funding personally or have a commitment from a recognised sponsor fifty percent (50%) of the full tuition fees for up to 4 years
• demonstrate English language proficiency to an acceptable standard (see http://www.studyat.uwa.edu.au/postqrad/doctorates/admission/enqlish for more information)
• have completed a relevant undergraduate degree requiring at least four years of study with First Class Honours, or the equivalent
• be prepared to enroll as a full-time candidate for a higher degree by research
The duration of the scholarships is up to two years for Masters courses and up to four years for PhD courses. In order to be offered an India SIRF, applicants must have guaranteed funding for fifty percent (50%) of the their tuition fees for the full four-year duration of their candidature.
Successful India SIRF applicants will be provided with a full living allowance scholarship. Living allowances are payments made to students while they are studying to cover living expenses. Scholarship students are only permitted to work limited hours and must enroll full-time so it is extremely important that students have a source of funds on which to live while they carry out their studies. In 2010, the living allowance scholarship will be $25,427 per annum tax-free.
Applications open on 1 June 2010, and close on 14 August 2010. These scholarships will be for study commencing in 2010.
If you meet all admission requirements and are selected to receive a half-tuition fee scholarship from The University of Western Australia (UWA), then you will receive an offer letter.
Successful applicants will normally be expected to start their PhD study program at UWA within 12 months of the scholarship being awarded.
For other details please visit the website
SCHOLARSHIPS OFFICER
GRADUATE RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIPS OFFICE
THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA (M358)
35 Stirling Highway, CRAWLEY
WESTERN AUSTRALIA 6009
Telephone: +61 8 6488 2807
Fax: +61 8 6488 1919
Email: internationalscholarships@uwa.edu.au
http:// www.scholarships.uwa.edu.au

PhD Position in Plant Sciences-Switzerland

We are looking for Talented Young Scientists to join our Plant Biochemistry team. We are researching the pathways of carbohydrate metabolism and the molecular mechanisms that plants use to control them. New research projects will focus on the biosynthesis of storage carbohydrates.

This is an important and active field of research. Plant carbohydrates such as starch form the basis of human and animal nutrition and are renewable resources for industry. The research will use a combination of genetics, molecular biology and biochemistry in the model plant Arabidopsis thaliana. For more information contact Prof. Samuel C. Zeeman (Tel: +41 44 632 8275; email szeeman@ethz.ch) or visit our homepagewww.pbc.ethz.ch.
Candidates should have a strong background in biology and an interest in plant sciences.
Experience in molecular biology, bioinformatics, yeast biology, protein chemistry or mass spectrometry would be advantageous.
Our team is international. Fluently written and spoken English is required.
Apply by sending your CV and the names of two academic referees to Barbara Ritter, britter@ethz.ch, ETH Zurich, LFW E52, Universitätstr 2, CH-8092 Zurich, Switzerland

ICGEE Ph.D. Scholarships 2010-Ireland

Call for Applications: ICGEE Ph.D. Scholarships
(Closing date: August 13th, 2010)
We are currently inviting applications for funded Ph.D. positions within the ICGEE programme. Your application must be linked to one of the Irish academic institutions within the ICGEE consortium. The PhD research must fit within the ICGEE key research areas: Micro- & Nano-Engineering Design and Materials & Manufacturing. Potential candidates should have the equivalent of a honours primary degree or a Masters level education. For students whose first language/mother tongue is not English, an IELTS score of minimum 6.0 is required. Your application dossier must contain the following documentation and arriving at the Centre no later than August 13th, 2010.

1. A signed ICGEE cover sheet (download the cover sheet here);
2. A detailed CV;
3. Transcripts of Undergraduate Grades;
4. Names and addresses of 2 referees for letters of recommendation; and;
5. A Personal Statement containing the following (maximum 1 page);
• A clear description of yourself;
• Your scientific interests;
• Why you want to join the ICGEE programme; and;
• How your proposed topic is relevant to the vision of the ICGEE programme.
Your application package should be scanned and emailed to info@icgee.ie
ICGEE Scholarships
An ICGEE scholarship for 4 years will be offered to all successful applicants to include a stipend of €16,000 per annum; additional funding to cover research related travel and fees is available.
MORE INFORMATION & POSTAL ADDRESS
For any additional queries, please contact:
Dr C Ngwa or Ms A Kelleher
ICGEE Administration Centre
Tyndall National Institute
University College Cork
Distillery House, North Mall
Cork, Ireland
Tel: +353-21-490-4638 or +353-21-490-4637
Email: info@icgee.ie

PhD Research Scholarship in Optical Fiber Sensing-Ireland

Dublin Institute of Technology is inviting applications for the DIT Fiosraigh PhD Scholarship Programme 2010. The Irish word Fiosraigh, which means to explore or inquire, underlines the purpose of this scholarship programme which is to promote the exploration and application of knowledge as part of DIT research strategy. The Fiosraigh Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis to prospective students planning to undertake full-time PhD study.
The DIT Photonics Research Centre (PRC) is located in the School of Electronic and Communications Engineering at the Dublin Institute of Technology. It involves several faculty members, senior and post-doctoral researchers and doctoral graduate students, undertaking research in areas such as optical sensing, smart sensors and structures, liquid crystals, waveguide and fiber modelling, integrated photonic devices, fiber edge filters, FBG sensors and interrogation systems etc. The centre has a wide range of experience, a strong publication track record and is supported by well equipped facilities. Further information is available at www.prc.dit.ie.
We are seeking to select potential high qualified candidates who may apply for a Fiosraigh Scholarship to undertake a PhD at the PRC.
Research Area:
This project will focus on investigating methods to implement a high sensitivity fiber optic acoustic sensor for application in traffic noise measurement and underwater acoustic wave detection. The research will involve the further development of multimode interference theory for fiber based multimode interference structures and the experimental use of such structures to implement a novel fiber optic acoustic sensor. Several types of multimode fiber and Singlemode-Multimode-Singlemode fiber structures will be investigated, together with the development of associated theoretical foundations, supported by simulation. Novel methods will need to be developed to allow such multimode fiber sensors to be used for noise measurement and underwater acoustic wave detection and different types of sensor will be investigated and compared in order to develop the best approach to acoustic sensing, in terms of sensitivity and ease of implementation.
Successful candidates will be known as a “Dublin Institute of Technology Fiosraigh Scholar” and will be paid a stipend of €16,000 in addition to payment of their fees and €2000 for project costs. Funding is available up to a maximum of 4 years, and will be paid annually, based upon successful completion of an annual assessment.
Requirements:
Academically strong candidates are sought who have a Masters Degree or a very good primary degree in Applied Physics or Optics or a closely related discipline, with a minimum honours grade of 2-I or higher. Candidates should also have had demonstrated exposure to optoelectronics, optical fiber communications or optical sensing in their degree.
Applications:
In the first instance, please send an up-to-date CV by email to Prof. Gerald Farrell. The email subject line should start with the words “Fiosraigh Application”
Closing date of applications: 29 Aug. 2010.
Email: gerald.farrell@dit.ie

Singapore Scholarships

The Singapore Government awards the scholarship to Government-endorsed students from the other member countries of the ASEAN. EachScholarship is for a full-timeundergraduate degree course at theNanyang Technological University, theNational University of Singapore and theSingapore Management University. All disciplines except for Medicine and Dentistry are open to Scholars. The duration of each scholarships is for three or four years, depending on the discipline.

The award based on academic merit and places will allocated by open competition. If necessary, a one-year bridging or foundation programme, in addition to the undergraduate studies, will be provided.

To be eligible, a candidate must:

• Be a citizen in an ASEAN country (Except Singapore)
• Possess excellent academic records; and
• Have a good command of English

Candidates must meet the entry requirements for Nanyang Technological University, National University of Singapore, and Singapore Management University. A recipient of the Scholarship may not concurrently hold any other Scholarship, Fellowship, Grant or Award without prior approval of the Singapore Government. The Scholars are also expected to return to their countries upon graduation to contribute to the development of their countries.

The scholarship will cover tuition fees for the duration of the award, a living allowance of S$4,300 per annum, an accommodation allowance based on the different room rates at each university and one return economy class air ticket passage from his/her home country to Singapore for the duration ofstudies.

Applications must be endorsed and submitted by the Indonesian Department of National Education (Bureau of Planning and Foreign Cooperation) at Building C, 6th Floor, Jl. Jend.Sudirman, Senayan, Jakarta Pusat. Candidates are required to produce the following :

1. Certificate, endorsement by the former school, for graduated applicants;
2. Recommendation from the school principal, for applicants who are still in Grade 3 at SMU.

For more information on the Singapore Scholarships, Please contact Embassy in Jakarta:
Tel: 021-520 1489 / 5296 1433
Website: www.mfa.gov.sg/scp or write to:
The Singapore Scholarship
Technical Cooperation Directorate
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Tanglin, Singapore 248163
Tel: (65) 6379 8000
Fax: (65) 6479 3357
E-Mail: mfa_scp@mfa.gov.sg

Scholarships for Women in Australia 2009

AFUW QLD, the Queensland association of the Australian Federation of University Women, has been providing fellowships and scholarships for postgraduateresearch or study since 1972. AFUWQ is part of the International Federation of University Women.

A branch of AFUWQ, the Fellowship Fund Branch, Inc (FFI), was incorporated in 1983 to perform the management and administration of Fellowships.

FFI owns and manages the Academic Dress Hire Service (ADHS). It is a charitable organization and profits from its operations together with investment funds, provide Fellowships to women postgraduate students.

Scholarships for Women in Australia 2009

Our Fellowships have been awarded to women graduates from more than ten countries, and have supported studies in a wide range of disciplines, for example: marine biology, architecture, law, literature, radiography, mathematics, social work, archaeology, economics, molecular biology, management, music, information technology and performing arts.

Our aim is to assist women with tertiary qualifications to increase their knowledge and broaden their experience through studying or working in a different environment.

Graduates, on their Graduation day, are encouraged to contribute to the work of FFI by donating their refund cheque back to the organization for the provision of Fellowships.

Scholarships for Women in Australia 2009

Guidelines for Applicants

Applications for study in 2010 are due June 30th, 2009

Warning:
It is the responsibility of each applicant to read these Guidelines completely and carefully. Each application must be received by the due date, using the specified forms, and must be complete in every respect (refer ‘applications’ Items 1-6 checklist on website). An incomplete or late application may jeopardise your prospects of being awarded a Fellowship, regardless of the quality of your submission. Applications must be received in hard copy. Facsimiled or emailed applications will not be considered.

The Fellowships

The Fellowship Fund Branch of AFUWQ Inc (FFI) awards two types of fellowship. These are:

• The Freda Bage Fellowship (three years), and
• The Commemorative Fellowships (one year).

The details of each are explained below. The Fellowships are named after women who have made outstanding contributions as scholars and leaders in tertiary institutions in Queensland.
Applicants may apply for both types of Fellowship in the one year (see the Application Form).

The Freda Bage Fellowship

• only available for PhD studies;
• studies must commence by September of the year following receipt of the award;
• maximum period of the Fellowship is three years;
• the annual stipend is paid in two parts, usually in January and July;
• the first payment is made following finalisation of Fellowship documentation and FFI’s satisfaction that the program of study has been accepted by the nominated institution;
• subsequent stipend payments are subject to satisfactory progress of the research work, as indicated by receipt of progress reports from the Fellowship recipient signed by the supervisor of the research work at the end of years one and two;
• a final typewritten report is required at completion of the Fellowship, and should include information about any publications arising from the funded study.

The Commemorative Fellowships

Molly Budtz-Olsen, Dorothy Davidson, Freda Freeman, Audrey Harrisson, Audrey Jorss, Mary McSweeney, Margaret Mittelheuser, Betty Patterson, Rosemary Venton, Barbara Williams and University of Queensland.

• may be used for formal postgraduate study consistent with the aims of FFI;
• maximum period of the Fellowship is one year commencing by September 2009;
• successful applicants may reapply for a Fellowship in subsequent years;
• the stipend is paid in two parts, usually in January and July
  • one half following finalisation of Fellowship documentation and FFI’s satisfaction that the program of study has been accepted by the nominated institution, and
  • subject to the conditions below, one half after six months of tenure;
• second stipend payment is subject to satisfactory progress as indicated by a progress report from the Fellowship recipient after six months of tenure;
• a final typewritten report is required at completion of the Fellowship, and should include information about any publications arising from the funded study.

Eligibility
Scholarships for Women in Australia 2009

Fellowships are open to women scholars who:

• are graduates of a recognized tertiary institution from any country and are intending to take up or continue postgraduate studies at a recognized tertiary institution in Queensland, Australia, or
• have graduated at a recognized tertiary institution in Queensland, and are intending to take up or continue postgraduate studies at a recognized tertiary institution elsewhere.

Value

The annual value of the Fellowships is linked to the value of Australian Postgraduate Awards (APAs) plus 10%. As an indication, an APA in 2008 was worth $22,020 per year.

Number of Fellowships

FFI may vary the number of Fellowships awarded from year to year for any reason. As a guide only, the annual number of awards made in recent years has been in the order of 5 – 6 Fellowships. FFI reserves the right not to award Fellowships in any year.

Selection Criteria

FFI awards its Fellowships using a holistic review and selection process. Applications from all academic disciplines are welcome. FFI’s decisions are final and no correspondence will be entered into in respect of any aspect of the applications and awards process. Applicants who miss out in any given year are welcome to reapply in subsequent years; however, as a matter of policy, FFI does not offer opinions or advice on the quality or future prospects of unsuccessful applications.

The Process

1. You submit your application so that FFI receives it by the closing date.
2. All received applications are acknowledged in writing.
3. Applicants who pass the stage 1 competitive review process are asked to participate in an interview. This is either face to face at The University of Queensland, or by telephone for regional and overseas applicants. Interviews take approximately 20 minutes. Interviews typically take place in September / October. Interviews provide an opportunity for applicants to concisely articulate the key aspects and benefits of their research proposals.
4. FFI endeavours to make offers to Fellowships no later than November.
5. FFI’s policy is to advise unsuccessful candidates at the earliest practical time.

To help us, and to help your application

1. Be on time: Make sure we receive your application by the due date.
2. Be complete: Check you have supplied ‘Application’ Items 1 – 6 as per the website. Remember: An incomplete application may jeopardize your prospects.
3. Use the right forms: Use the application form and the referee forms on the website.
4. Post your application: We do not accept emailed or facsimiled applications.
5. Give your referees time: Don’t leave your referee reports to the last minute.
6. ‘Long term’ contact: We need to stay in contact with you. If you are likely to change address, institution, or country during your application, then on your Application Form provide us with personal email and postal details where we will find you even if you are moving around.
7. We will contact you: Please be patient during the review process. While you will be keen to know the status of your application, your ringing or emailing won’t speed up the process. It is best to wait until we contact you.
8. Change in circumstances: If for any reason your circumstances change (for example, you change your course of study, receive another scholarship, or enter full-time employment) you must contact the Registrar in writing immediately in order that your eligibility for a fellowship may be re-assessed. Note: Receipt of another scholarship or full-time employment disqualifies one from receiving an FFI fellowship.

Applications for study in 2010 are due 30th June, 2009

All applications should be signed and dated.
All applications should be typed or neatly handwritten on the application form.
Two sets are required of all the following material.

For further information or clarification of
application details, contact the Academic Dress Hire Service
Ph: (07) 3371 1758
International Ph: +61-7-3371 1758

or email: applications@afuwqfellowships.com

Further Scholarship Information and Application

American Indonesian Exchange Foundation (AMINEF)

SCHOLARSHIPS AND RELATED GRANTS TO STUDY AND DO RESEARCH IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

American Indonesian Exchange Foundation is pleased to announce availability of the 2009-2010 Fulbright Scholarships to study in the United States. Grants are competitive, comprehensive, and generally cover tuition and fees, textbook allowance, monthly maintenance, international airfare and health insurance. All disciplines and fields of study are eligible for a Fulbright award, EXCEPT medical filed in patient care or medical training.

Fulbright Scholarships Program:

1. Master Degree Program
2. PhD Program
3. Other Program

FIELDS OF STUDY AND REQUIREMENTS:

MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAM

1. Master’s Degree Program

Requirements:

• A Sarjana (S1) degree
• A minimum GPA of 3.00 (4.00 scale)
• Min. TOEFL score of 550

Dateline: May 31^st, 2008

1. Freeport Master’s Degree Program

Requirements:

• Indonesian citizens from Papua who are faculty members at sate or private institutions ofhigher education
• A Sarjana (S1) degree
• A minimum GPA of 3.00 (4.00 scale)
• demonstrated committed to the development and service of Papua
• Min. TOEFL score of 500

Dateline: May 31^st, 2008

1. Tsunami Relief Initiative Program

Requirements:

• Tsunami reconstruction efforts of future relief development activities in Aceh, Nias and northern part of Sumatera
• A Sarjana (S1) degree
• A minimum GPA of 3.00 (4.00 scale)
• Min. TOEFL score of 520

Dateline: May 31^st, 2008

PhD PROGRAM

1. Presidential Scholarship Program (Ph.D. Program)

Requirements:

• Preference will be given to individuals who serve or plan to serve as faculty members of state or private institutions of higher education in Indonesia
• A Master’s (S2) degree
• A minimum GPA of 3.00 (4.00 scale)
• Min. TOEFL score of 575. A score of 550 will be considered for certain fields

Dateline: May 31^st, 2008

RESEARCH PROGRAMS

1. Doctoral Dissertation Research Program

This research grant is intended to provide U.S. research opportunities to Indonesian university doctoral candidates who are in the final stages of writing their dissertation. The grant duration is for a period of three to six months. Applicants should have a minimum TOEFL score of 575 to participate in this program.

Dateline: May 31^st, 2008

1. Senior Research Program

This research grants benefits Indonesian scholars who have a doctoral degree or equivalent professional qualifications. The grant affords Indonesian scholars the opportunity to conduct research in the U.S. for a period of three to six months. Applicants should also be able to demonstrate sufficient English language proficiency to conduct research in the U.S.

Dateline: August 31^st, 2008

OTHER PROGRAMS

1. Foreign Language (Bahasa Indonesia) Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program

The program is for one academic year (9 months) and requires the grantee to teach Bahasa Indonesia at U.S. universities for up to 20 hours per week and to enroll in at least two U.S. studies and/or ESL methodology classes per semester under a full tuition waiver.

Requirements:

• • English language Teachers or currently in training to become an English language teacher
  • Applicants can be no older than 29 years of age at the time of application
  • Min. TOEFL score of 550

Dateline: November 3^rd, 2008

1. Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program for Mid-Career Professionals

Hubert H. Humphrey fellowships enable Indonesian mid-career professionals to participate in non-degree programs that combine academic coursework at the graduate level with professional development activities in the U.S. for a period of one academic year (9 months).

Requirements:

• Administrators in leadership positions representing either the public or non-provit private sectors, including Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s) who are committed to public service
• A Sarjana (S1) degree
• A minimum GPA of 2.75 (4.00 scale)
• Min. TOEFL score of 525

Dateline: May 31^st, 2008

1. Visiting Specialist Program

The Fulbright Visiting Specialists Program provides grants for Indonesian scholars and practitioners to conduct intensive three or six week programs of teaching, lecturing and public outreach on topics in Islamic civilization and developments in the Muslim world. Participants may be in field of Islamic and area studies, political science, international relations, business and economics, history, women’s studies, journalism, sociology, religion, literature, anthropology, and the arts.

Dateline: May 31^st, 2008

1. International Science and Technology Award for Ph.D. Study

The AMINEF is pleased to announce the availability of approximately 40 awards to be completed worldwide under the aegis of International Fulbright Science and Technology Award for Ph.D. study at top U.S. institutions in science, technology, or engineering for the 2008-2009 academic year matriculants.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor and/or Master’s degree
• A minimum GPA of 3.00 (4.00 scale)
• Undergraduate students who will complete the degree before August 1^st, 2008 may also apply
• Min. TOEFL score of 580
• Min GRE quantitative score of 700 (GRE test will be requires if selected for nomination)

Dateline: April 15^th, 2008

1. Community College Summit Initiative Program

This program enables individuals from Indonesia to study at a community college in U.S. to develop professional skills. Eligible fields are Business Management and Administration; Tourism and Hospitality Management; Health Professions, including Nursing; Media; Information technology; Agriculture and engineering science.

Requirements:

• Have complete a secondary school education (High School Diploma)
• Have relevant working experience
• Have English language skills that provide a basis for enrolling in academic coursework following approximately 6 month of intensive English language study in U.S.
• A minimum GPA of 3.00 (4.00 scale)
• Min. TOEFL score of 500 or TOEIC score 650

Dateline: November 1^st, 2008

1. International Leadership in Education Program (ILEP)

Requirements:

• Secondary-level, full time teachers
• Min.ITP TOEFL score of 500

Dateline: May 16^th, 2008

For information, please send E-mail to:

infofulbright_ind@aminef.or.id

Phone: (021) 345 2016

Fax: (021) 345 2050

Office Hours: 8:00 – 16:00, Monday to Friday

Application document can be downloading from:

AMINEF Website: http://www.aminef.or.id

Application and specific questions regarding the application process can be sent to:

AMINEF Office
Gedung Balai Pustaka
Jalan Gunung Sahari raya No. 4
Jakarta 10720