Australia Awards Pacific Scholarships

Australia Awards Pacific Scholarships provide opportunities to people from some developing countries to study at selected education institutions outside Australia.

The purpose of the scholarships is for people to gain knowledge and skills which will help the development of their home country.

Am I eligible for a scholarship and how do I apply?

Australia Awards Pacific Scholarships are currently restricted to Pacific countries.

Enquiries about scholarships should be made with the Australian Diplomatic Mission. For example, scholarship information for citizens of the Solomon Islands is only available from the Australian Diplomatic Mission in Honiara.

Diplomatic Missions in other countries or AusAID Offices in Australia cannot provide country specific information about the availability of scholarships.

The postal address for the Australian Diplomatic Mission is available by clicking on the link for each country below:

Country of Citizenship	Contact [external website]
Cook Islands	Canberra
Federated States of Micronesia	Pohnpei
Fiji	Suva
Kiribati	Tarawa
Marshall Islands	Pohnpei
Nauru	Aiwo District
Niue	Canberra
Palau	Pohnpei
Papua New Guinea	Port Moresby
Samoa	Apia
Solomon Islands	Honiara
Tokelau	Canberra
Tonga	Nuku'alofa
Tuvalu	Suva
Vanuatu	Port Vila

How are people selected for scholarships?

Applicants compete on their merit which includes academic achievement and other selection criteria. The selection criteria vary between countries and are developed jointly by the Australian and partner governments.

AusAID has a gender/equity policy (half of the scholarships are awarded to women and half to men).

To be eligible for a scholarship applicants must:

• be a citizen of and a resident in the Australia Awards Pacific Scholarships participating country


• not have or be entitled to permanent residence in Australia; and not be married or engaged to be married to a person who holds or is eligible to hold Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residence status (unless their country does not issue passports—the Cook Islands, Niue and Tokelau)


• meet specific eligibility criteria imposed by the Government of the applicant's country of citizenship


• satisfy the host government's immigration requirements for regional students


• not hold another scholarship during the period of the Australia Awards Pacific Scholarship


• not be transferring from another scholarship


• not hold or have held an Australian Government scholarship in the two years preceding the proposed time of commencement of the Australia Awards Pacific Scholarship.

Where can I study?

Currently Australia Awards Pacific Scholarships are offered to people from the Pacific to study at Pacific tertiary institutions in Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Fiji, Samoa and New Caledonia.

Citizens of Papua New Guinea are currently not eligible to undertake Australia Awards Pacific Scholarships at universities outside Papua New Guinea. 

What can I study?

Australia Awards Pacific Scholarships students study a wide range of disciplines at selected education institutions in the Pacific region.

The scholarship numbers and fields of study for each country are determined annually as part of Australia's bilateral development assistance program with that country.

Some countries may limit the level of study (technical, undergraduate or postgraduate) and give priority to certain fields of study to better meet development needs.

Australia Awards Pacific Scholarships are offered to Papua New Guinea citizens under the Papua New Guinea Health Awards for courses in Midwifery, Nursing and Community Health Work. To be eligible, applicants must first satisfy the eligibility and acceptance requirements of a participating Papua New Guinean health college or university. For more information please contact the Scholarships PNG Facility in Port Moresby on (675) 321 1766 or visit the Facility website.

More country specific information is available from the Australian Diplomatic Mission in the country of citizenship.

What is the length of scholarships?

The scholarships are offered for the minimum period that the individual could be expected to complete the academic program. Scholarships may include preparatory programs (including English language tuition) which are normally limited to one year.

Applicants considering studying for particular professions (eg medicine, legal studies, etc) should note that they are expected to complete their practical training in their own country. Only under exceptional circumstances do scholarships include a practical training period required for professional registration.

What are the scholarship conditions?

Applicants who are offered a scholarship will be asked to sign an undertaking declaring that they will comply with the conditions of that scholarship. Partner countries may impose their own conditions on the scholarship.

Conditions include:

1. studying full time and meeting all course requirements


2. not changing enrolment without the prior written approval of AusAID


3. making satisfactory academic progress


4. complying with restrictions on employment in the country of study


5. accepting that the scholarship may be withdrawn by the Australian Government


6. returning to the home country on completion of the scholarship


7. restrictions on returning to the country of study or travelling to Australia within 2 years of the completion of the scholarship


8. repaying the total amount of the scholarship if condition (6) or (7) are not adhered to.

Do I get financial assistance while studying?

Scholarship entitlements vary between countries and institution of enrolment.

Generally entitlements cover a return airfare from your home country to the country of study, academic and other compulsory fees, an establishment allowance and a living allowance paid fortnightly.

Source:http://ausaid.gov.au/australia-awards/Pages/studyout.aspx

In some countries the living allowance may be paid at a higher rate when the student is joined long term by one or more family members. No assistance is available with the airfares of family members.

International Scholarships in Applied Mathematics - LCAM Amesterdam

The van Leeuwenhoek Centre for Advanced Microscopy (LCAM) in Amsterdam is an expertise centre in the field of advanced light microscopy for biomedical and life-science applications. The centre is embedded in three research institutes in the Amsterdam area: the Academic Medical Centre of the University of Amsterdam, the Swammerdam Institute for Life Sciences of the Faculty of Science of the University of Amsterdam and the Netherlands Cancer Institute in Amsterdam. The LCAM hosts researchers from the Amsterdam area, but also from the rest of the Netherlands and abroad, and helps them with professional expertise and advanced microscopy equipment. LCAM organized international microscopy courses and, as a third goal, LCAM focuses on the development of new technology and methods in the field of advanced light microscopy and their applications in biomedical research.

The team of Dr. Erik Manders, consisting of technical engineers, physicists and biologists, works on the development of new super-resolution microscopy technology with strongly reduce phototoxic properties. For this research we are searching for a PhD Student in Applied Mathematics “Super-resolution microscopy: sharpening by calculation”

Project Description

The STW-Perspectief programme: “Nanoscopy: From sharp images to molecular interaction” is a large national programme on the development of super-resolution microscopy or “nanoscopy” and its applications in biomedical sciences. In the last decade new technologies has been developed that enable achieving resolutions down to 10-50 nm (in contrast of the limited resolution (~250 nm) in classical microscopy). This is a spectacular development, however, the potential of nanoscopy is much higher; it will allow the direct observation of the molecular machines that make up the cell and enable extraction of functional data such as molecular interactions and dynamics. It is our ambition to lift existing nanoscopy techniques to a level than enables extraction of information on biomolecular action and interaction in intact cells.

To achieve this, we will tackle various aspects of experimental nanoscopy in seven projects, all with the same ultimate goal: adding nanoscopy integrally to the toolbox for biomedical research. We have assembled a strong, interdisciplinary and enthusiastic team of scientists from seven Dutch universities, each with broad experience in advanced microscopy. Seven companies are committed to this program and are enthusiastic to work together with this consortium towards our common goal. This collaboration between scientific and commercial partners will result in high impact scientific papers, new hardware, sorftware, new fluorescent molecules and methodology. For this programme we search for 12 enthusiastic and talented PhD students and post-doctoral fellows who would like to contribute to the next step in advanced microscopy: “biomedical nanoscopy”.

We are looking for a PhD student to study and develop patterned illumination for improved molecular contrast. Patterned illumination methods, such as Structured Illumination Microscopy (SIM), can improve resolution, but at the expense of an increase in illumination dose per unit volume, with adverse effects on photobleaching and phototoxicity. The goal is to use a specifically designed sequence of adaptive illumination patterns, projected onto the sample with the aid of a Spatial Light Modulator (SLM), to reach the same resolution improvement as SIM with the least possible total illumination dose. The project will be carried out in cooperation with the Technical University Delft. The emphasis in Amsterdam will be on combination of patterned illumination with Controlled Light Exposure Microscopy (See Hoebe et al. Nat. Biotech, 2007) in order to strongly reduce phototoxicity. The PhD student will focus on the mathematical background of image reconstruction in collaboration with our scientific and industrial partners. This project will be supervised by Dr. Erik Manders.

Requirements

The PhD student has a Master's in applied mathematics, physics (or technical engineering), is skilled in applied mathematics, numerical simulation and analysis, computer programming and preferably has experience in the field of microscopy hardware (optics, electronics, software). The candidate is creative and inventive and has an affection with biological research and has demonstrated experience in working both independently and as member of a larger team.

Further Information

Project information can be obtained from:

• Dr. Erik Manders
  telephone: +31-(0)20-525-6225

Appointment

The appointment will be on a temporary basis for a period of 4 years (initial appointment will be for a period of 18 year and after satisfactory evaluation it can be extended for a total duration of 4 years) and should lead to a dissertation (PhD thesis). An educational plan will be drafted that includes attendance of courses and (international) meetings. The PhD student is also expected to assist in teaching of undergraduates.

Based on a full-time appointment (38 hours per week) the gross monthly salary will range from €2042,- in the first year to €2612,- in the last year.

The Collective Employment Agreement (CAO) of the Dutch Universities is applicable. In addition, the collaborative nature of this project will provide the candidate with ample opportunity to interact with many leading scientists working in optical nanoscopy.

Job Application

Applications may only be submitted by electronic mail by clicking Apply Now, quoting the vacancy number and the position you are applying for in the subject line.

Applications must include a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a list of grades, a motivation letter and the names and contact details of at least two academic referees. Please make sure you send your letter and the other documents as one single file.

Source: http://www.uva.nl/en/about-the-uva/working-at-the-uva/vacancies/item/12-324.html

 

 

University Twente Scholarships - Netherlands

Country of Origin		Level of study
- EU/EEA Countries- Non-EU/EEA countries		Master
Field of study
Applied MathematicsApplied Physics Biomedical Engineering Business Administration Business Information Technology Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering and Management Communication Studies Computer Science Construction Management and Engineering Educational Science and Technology Electrical Engineering Embedded Systems		European StudiesHealth Sciences Human Media Interaction Industrial Design Engineering Industrial Engineering and Management Environmental and Energy Management Mechanical Engineering Nanotechnology Philosophy of Science, Technology and Society Public Administration Science Education and Communication Sustainable Energy Technology Systems and Control Telematics
Scholarship Value
There is a limited number of University of Twente Scholarships available, and the scholarship amount for students from non-EU/EEA countries is either € 10,000, € 12,500, € 20,000, or € 22,500. These amounts can be used to cover the expenses for one academic year (including tuition fees). In case of a two-year study programme, students can receive an additional UTS to cover the expenses of the second year. However, the scholarship will only be continued during the second year when the student meets the progress requirements of the UTS. The scholarship amount for students from EU/EEA countries is max. € 10,000 and will only cover the first year of your Masters programme. For an overview of the estimated costs of living in the Netherlands (excluding tuition fees), click here. Source and more detail : http://www.utwente.nl/internationalstudents/scholarshipsandgrants/all/uts/

United Nations International Law Fellowship Programme

The United Nations International Law Fellowship Programme is a six-week course organized annually by the Codification Division of the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs, under the Programme of Assistance in the Teaching, Study, Dissemination and Wider Appreciation of International Law, which is one of the cornerstones of the United Nation’s efforts to promote the rule of law. The International Law Fellowship Programme is designed to enable qualified persons, in particular, mid-level government legal officers and young teachers of international law from developing countries, and countries with emerging economies, to deepen their knowledge of international law.

The Courses

The Fellowship Programme consists of a six-week summer course at the Peace Palace in The Hague, the Netherlands. Fellows attend courses in public international law at The Hague Academy of International Law and participate in lectures and seminars organized by the Codification Division of the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs. The courses are given in either English or French. The 2013 Programme will be conducted in English.

Fellows are selected on the basis of their qualifications, the needs of their respective countries and the potential benefits they may derive from the fellowship in their professional life. Preference will be given to candidates from countries whose nationals have not been awarded a fellowship in the immediately preceding years and to candidates from least developed countries.

Financial Arrangements

The Fellowship Programme will cover the fellowship recipient’s travel costs in economy class, medical insurance, the training material and the registration fee for The Hague Academy of International Law. In accordance with policies and procedures governing the administration of United Nations fellowships, participants will receive a stipend to cover their living expenses. Accommodation will also be provided by the Fellowship Programme.

Additional places will be made available for self-funded participants from developed countries and employees of international organizations who will have to bear all costs associated with their participation (travel, accommodation, living expenses, registration fee for The Hague Academy of International Law).

More detail at: http://www.un.org/law/ilfp/

Undergraduate International Scholarships - London, UK

University College London (UCL) and the Africa Educational Trust (AET) have agreed to collaborate in a scheme to enable students from Africa, who are financially unable to study in the UK, to pursue full-time undergraduate studies at UCL. With this scheme UCL supports the aims of AET to help the people of Africa to help themselves.

Under the scheme, two full bursaries are available annually for AET-nominated students who have accepted offers of places at UCL.

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for a Bursary you must:

• be a national of any African country (including Madagascar), currently living in an African country, and have one or both parents living in an African country, or are orphaned.


• be currently attending school or have recently completed school in an African country.


• have before or by January applied to UCAS for admission to a full-time undergraduate degree programme of study at UCL starting the following September, which they intend firmly to accept UCL (as the insurance offer choice does not satisfy the conditions of the bursary).


• be liable to pay tuition fees at the rate applicable to Overseas students, as assessed by UCL.


• lack the financial means necessary to pursue undergraduate degree studies at UCL.

Selection Criteria

Scholarships are awarded on financial hardship and academic merit, based on the aims of the scholarship.

Value: Benefits and Duration

Each bursary consists of full tuition fees and a maintenance allowance for the duration of the student’s programme of study, as well as economy air travel to/from the UK at the beginning and end of the bursary-holder’s degree programme. The maintenance allowance will normally rise each year in line with inflation but at the absolute discretion of UCL. (Please note that the bursary is calculated to be sufficient for the applicant only.) In addition, the bursary includes an allowance (on request and up to a specified maximum sum per bursary holder) to permit two members of the bursary-holder’s family to attend their graduation ceremony. Annual renewal of the bursary is subject to good academic progress by the student.

Applications Deadline and Procedure

If you fulfill ALL the eligibility requirements above, please email Ms May Omona at m.omona@africaeducationaltrust.org with details of your financial circumstances, your academic history, and proof that you have applied to UCAS for undergraduate admission to UCL. If you have not applied to UCAS for admission to study at UCL and cannot provide a valid UCAS application number, you need not apply for a bursary; your application is incomplete without a valid UCAS application number.

AET will provide eligible applicants with an electronic application form, which must be completed and submitted electronically to Ms May Omona by 15 March. Late applications cannot be considered for funding.

AET will select 10 applicants from eligible applications received – with attention to the financial circumstances of the applicants. The 10 short-listed applicants will be contacted by AET in April (by email), and asked to write and submit a 500-word essayon a topic set each year by UCL. Shortlisted applicants will also be required to submit documentation as proof of the information provided in the application form.

Essays and supporting documentation to complete the application must reach AETby 15 April. Candidates who fail to provide essay and/or documentation are excluded from the competition.

NOTE: Essays must not exceed the permitted word count, and must be in the candidate’s own words, and will be checked for plagiarism. All students should be aware that UCL now uses a sophisticated detection system (Turnitin) to scan work for evidence of plagiarism. This system has access to billions of sources world-wide (websites, journals, etc) as well as work previously submitted to UCL and other universities.  We would advise all students to consult our website on plagiarism.

If an essay is found to exceed the permitted number of words, or if UCL finds evidence of plagiarism, the entire application will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered for a bursary.

Selection Procedure

AET will send to UCL complete applications including essays and supporting documentation by 30 April. UCL will select the academically most promising candidates, and also identify a number of reserve candidates. Conditional scholarship offers (and reserve notifications) will be issued in June/July, pending selected candidates’ full admission to UCL, and upon candidates’ firm acceptance of their admissions offers. Final confirmation of funding is made once the candidates have met the conditions of and firmly accepted their admissions offers.

Notification of Results

Successful applicants and reserve candidates can expect to be contacted by UCL in June/July.

More Detail:http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/scholarships/undergraduate/ug_outr_aet