PhD Studentship in Information Systems

University of Paisley The Role of Reflective Practice in Information Systems
Education in Bridging the Gap between Theory and Practice

Fixed term studentship: 3 years Studentship: Fees fully paid along with a Bursary (circa £12,300 per annum) A highly motivated research student is sought to work on a research project in Information Systems in the School of Computing at the University of Paisley.

This project aims are to investigate the current level of use of reflective practice within the IS community and to develop a framework for effective reflective practice within the IS community based on best practice.
The framework will be implemented using appropriate platforms and technologies to critically evaluate the extent to which the principles can be successfully applied within academic and industry settings (for example, ePortfolios, blogs, eLearning and OSS). You should have a First or Upper Second Class Degree or Masters Degree in the areas of information systems and/or computer science. Personal qualities should include good organisational skills, excellent verbal and communication skills and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Closing date: Friday 21st April 2006
For informal enquiries please email: Professor Thomas M Connolly (thomas.connolly@paisley.ac.uk)

To apply, please send your full CV or resume, with the title of the position, by post or e-mail* quoting ref. 06/048* to:
Professor Thomas M ConnollySchool of ComputingUniversity of Paisley
High StPaisleyPA1 2BESCOTLAND email: thomas.connolly@paisley.ac.uk

MKP Scholarships-Sweden (2006-2007)

Master Programme for Key Personnel in Developing Countries, 2006-2007
Beginning with the 2005-2006 academic year, the Swedish Institute and the Swedish International Development Co-operation Agency (Sida) are introducing a new range of scholarships for master’s level studies at Swedish universities.
You are eligible for these scholarships if you are a university graduate, citizen of a developing country and have several years of relevant work experience.

The purpose of these scholarships is to help grow special competencies in targeted countries. Eligibility is thus restricted to candidates from specific countries seeking admittance to approved programmes at Swedish universities. Because Sida has identified different developmental needs in different countries, your citizenship determines which programmes are available for scholarship support.

These scholarships are financed by Sida and administered by the Swedish Institute, a public agency promoting cultural and educational exchange between Sweden and the world.

GENERAL CRITERIA

Priority
In the scholarship selection process, your application is given priority if you can secure a leave of absence from your job which allows you to return upon completion of your studies. If not enough applicants meet this criterion, your application will be considered if you have at least five years of relevant work experience.

Citizenship, study level and study areas
Eligible countries are listed
by programme. Below each approved master’s programme you’ll find a list of countries whose citizens are eligible for scholarship support under that programme.

Eligible programmes are also listed by country. Below each eligible country you’ll find a list of master's programmes approved for scholarship support for citizens of that country.

Study period
The master’s level programmes are between one and two academic years in duration. They usually start at the end of August or early September.

Language
You need to have a good knowledge of English. All approved master’s level programmes are taught in English.

Scholarship benefits
Currently, a scholarship pays SEK 8,000 per month, plus travel costs to and from Sweden. These scholarships are designed to cover living expenses for one person only. Tuition for the eligible programmes is free.

Scholarship holders are insured by the Swedish Institute against illness and accidents in Sweden during the scholarship period.

HOW TO APPLY

Application
You can apply for this scholarship when you apply for admission to one of the approved master's programmes at a Swedish university.

There is no application form for this scholarship. Do not send any master's scholarship requests or applications to the Swedish Institute. Instead, you apply directly to the university for the master’s programme and at the same time inform them that you would like to be considered for this scholarship.

Some universities let you indicate this on their admission application forms. In other cases, you will need to attach a letter to your admission application spelling out your request for this scholarship explicitly.

Important
You also need to attach a letter from your employer confirming that you are able to take a leave of absence for the duration of your studies, and that you will be able to return to your position when you have finished studying. If you cannot provide such a letter, please provide proof of employment of at least five years in a relevant field.

Send your completed application for admission to the programme – including a request for this scholarship and the letter regarding your employment situation – to the university you would like to study at. They will process your scholarship request.

The application deadline for this scholarship is thus the same as the application deadline for the master's programme you'd like to apply to.

How is my scholarship application processed?
The university you have applied to first chooses whom to admit to their master's programme. From this group of successful applicants, it then considers those who have requested a scholarship. It makes a shortlist of recommended candidates and sends this to the Swedish Institute.

The Swedish Institute collects these recommendations from all Swedish universities, and then makes the final selection of scholarship recipients.

If you have been selected for a scholarship for a programme that begins with the fall semester, you will be informed by the Swedish Institute in May or early June.

Study and Scholarships Info in Sweden

Complete information about study in SWEDEN can be found at:
http://www.sweden.se/templates/cs/Article____10273.aspx
Scholarships
The Swedish Institute grants hundreds of scholarships every year to help foreign students make their stay in Sweden more affordable. Currently, tuition fees for everyone are fully subsidised by the state. And because it costs to live in Sweden, foreign students can work while studying.
Universities and university colleges

Links to all institutions of higher education in Sweden.

Blekinge Institute of Technology

Chalmers University of Technology, Göteborg

Dalarna University College

Göteborg University

Halmstad University College

IT University of Göteborg

Jönköping International Business School

Jönköping University Foundation

Karlstad University

Karolinska Institutet

Kristianstad University College

Linköping University

Luleå University of Technology

Lund University

Malmö University College

Mid Sweden University

Mälardalen University College

Royal Institute of Technology, (KTH)

SLU, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences

Stockholm Institute of Education

Stockholm School of Economics

Stockholm University College of Physical Education and Sports

Stockholm University

Södertörns Högskola, University College

Umeå Universityp>

University College of Borås

University College of Gotland

University College of Gävle

University College of Kalmar

University College of Skövde

University West

Uppsala University

Växjö University

Örebro University

Colleges of Arts in Stockholm

Konstfack, University College of Arts, Crafts and Design

Royal University College of Fine Arts

Royal College of Music

National Academy of Mime and Acting

Stockholm University College of Opera

University College of Dance

University College of Film, Radio, Television and Theatre

Colleges of Health Sciences

H.M. Queen Sophia University College of Nursing

Red Cross University College of Nursing

Study and Scholarships Info in UK

UK educational institutions are world class. The excellence of their teaching, research and scholarships is acknowledged worldwide.

Such is the reputation of British education that, every year, UK institutions attract hundreds of thousands of international students. Many who come to study here pay for their courses privately and some receive financial help.

UK government departments and the devolved administrations of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, plus a number of other UK organisations, offer a variety of scholarships and other awards to help international students study in the UK.


These awards are a sign of the UK's strong commitment to the rest of the world. They also show the UK's awareness of the many benefits that come from sharing the excellence of its schools, colleges and universities with visiting students and scholars from abroad.

A booklet entitled Sources of funding for international students has been produced jointly by the British Council, UKCOSA: The Council for International Education and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and is intended as a basic guide to possible sources of funding for international students who want to study in the UK. The booklet is available to download as an electronic document for viewing and printing:

Sources of funding for international students (PDF - 177KB)

To find out whether you might be eligible for a scholarship or for financial grant support, you should ask your own Ministry of Education. You can also consult your local British Council office, which will have information about specific UK award schemes.


Complete information about study in UK can be found in the "Education UK website" of the British Council.
http://www.educationuk.org/

Study and Scholarships Info in Australia

The majority of international students in Australia are full-fee paying students. There is intense competition for the international student scholarships offered in Australia.International students can apply for scholarships offered by the Australian Government, education institutions and a number of other organisations. Most scholarships are for university study and particularly for postgraduate study. Australian Government scholarships are not available for international students undertaking English language training in Australia. However, there are several English language training scholarships offered by Australian institutions. For information on scholarships use the Scholarships Database. It contains the most accurate, reliable and searchable list of all scholarships supplied by Australian-based organisations, institutions and government bodies available to international students studying or planning to study in Australia on student visas.

Australian university scholarships

Australian universities offer a range of postgraduate scholarships to international students predominantly targeting Doctoral and Masters Degrees by research. The course of study and financial support is determined by the university. The Australian Government Department of Education, Science and Training website can link you to the relevant university for more information about particular scholarships.

Other funding sources

International and charitable organisations offer scholarships for international study. You must apply for these scholarships in your home country, not in Australia.The Association of Commonwealth Universities website provides a scholarships guide for Commonwealth postgraduate students offered by Governments, Rotary International, World Bank, World Health Organisation, Asian Development Bank, United Nations, Rockefeller Foundation and other organisations