Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS)

Established by the Research Grants Council (RGC) of Hong Kong in 2009, the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) aims at attracting the best and brightest students in the world to pursue their PhD studies in Hong Kong's institutions.


 Eligibility


Candidates who are seeking admission as new full time PhD students in the following eight institutions, irrespective of their country of origin, prior work experience and ethnic background, should be eligible to apply.




  • City University of Hong Kong

  • Hong Kong Baptist University

  • Lingnan University

  • The Chinese University of Hong Kong

  • The Hong Kong Institute of Education

  • The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

  • The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

  • The University of Hong Kong


Applicants should demonstrate outstanding qualities of academic performance, research ability / potential, communication and interpersonal skills, and leadership abilities.



 Fellowship Award


The Fellowship provides an annual stipend of HK$240,000 (approximately US$30,000) and a conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$10,000 (approximately US$1,300) per year to each awardee for a period of up to three years. More than 200 PhD Fellowships will be awarded in the 2014/15 academic year*. For awardees who need more than three years to complete their PhD studies, additional support may be provided by the chosen institutions. For details, please contact the institutions concerned directly.


* Institutions in Hong Kong normally start their academic year in September.

Selection Panel

Shortlisted applications, subject to their areas of studies, will be reviewed by one of the following two Selection Panels comprising experts in the relevant board areas:

  • Sciences, Medicine, Engineering and Technology

  • Humanities, Social Sciences and Business Studies


Selection Criteria

While candidates' academic excellence is of primary consideration, the Selection Panels will take into account factors as follows:




  • Academic excellence;

  • Research ability and potential;

  • Communication and interpersonal skills; and

  • Leadership abilities.


Source of Info: https://cerg1.ugc.edu.hk/hkpfs/index.html

Chevening Scholarships UK for 2014/2015

Chevening Scholarships are the UK government’s global scholarship programme, funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations. The programme makes awards to outstanding scholars with leadership potential from around the world to study postgraduate courses at universities in the UK.

The Chevening programme was established in 1983 and has developed into a prestigious international scheme. Chevening Scholars come from 118 countries worldwide (excluding the USA and the EU), and this year the Scholarships will support more than 600 individuals. There are over 42,000 Chevening alumni around the world who together comprise an influential and highly regarded global network.

The programme provides full or part funding for full-time courses at postgraduate level, normally a one-year Master’s degree, in any subject and at any UK university.

Guidance for Applicants


Before applying for a Chevening Scholarship you must read the Guidance for Applicants which outlines:

  • Who can be awarded a Chevening Scholarship?

  • What does a Chevening Scholarship enable a candidate to study?

  • Funding and administration

  • Eligibility

  • Selection criteria

  • English language requirement

  • Applying to your university/universities

  • Applying for a Chevening Scholarship

  • What happens next? Selection and interview

  • Short listing

  • Interviews and final selection

  • Applying for your visa

  • A typical Chevening applicant journey and who to contact at each stage of the process

  • Value and wider benefits of a Chevening Scholarship

  • Other routes for applying for a Chevening Scholarship


Terms and Conditions for Chevening Scholarship Awards


Before applying for a Chevening Scholarship you must also read the Terms and Conditions for Chevening Scholarship Awards.

These may be subject to change and the final version will be issued with a Scholar’s Final Award Letter.

Failure to abide by the Terms and Conditions could result in programme ejection and repayment of the award in full.

Source of Info: http://www.chevening.org/

 

International Scholarships Ministry of Education Malaysia

THE MALAYSIAN TECHNICAL COOPERATION PROGRAMME (MTCP)

The MTCP Scholarship for Post-Graduate Studies provides opportunities for students to pursue advanced academic study in Malaysia. This scholarship is a Government-to-Government basis, without any bond imposed by Malaysia. Scholarships are intended for promising candidates who may be expected to make a significant contribution to their own countries on their return from Malaysia. The duration of the award is 36 months for PhD and between 12 to 24 months for Masters Programme.

ELIGIBLITY CRITERIA

To be eligible for MALAYSIAN TECHNICAL COOPERATION PROGRAMME (MTCP), applicants must fit the following criteria:-

  1. Not be more than 45 years of age during application.

  2. Obtained a minimum of Second Class Upper (Honours) or a CGPA of 3.5/4.0 at Bachelor Degree Level for Masters Degree applicants and for PhD candidates must possess CGPA 3.5/4.0 or very good result at Masters degree level in a similar field of intended PhD study. In addition, for post-doctoral programme, the selection will be evaluated based on the number of books produced, refereed/non refereed journals, portfolio and patent copyright. The Post-Doctoral candidate must have excellent reputation in research and possesses knowledge related to the research to be carried out.

  3. Took one of the following English Language Proficiency Test not more than two years before the date of application. The list of tests and minimum scores required:

    1. IELTS Academic Test with a score of at least 6.5; or

    2. TOEFL paper-based test with a score of at least 580 or computer-based test with a score of at least 230 or internet-based test with a score at least 92.

  4. In excellent health condition and certified by a Certified Doctor/Medical Professional. The cost of medical examination is to be borne by the applicants

  5. Wrote a proposal that is relevant to the field of studies.

  6. Has applied for and gained admission to postgraduate and post-doctoral studies in Malaysia (conditional letters of offer will be accepted at the time of application or has a confirmation of acceptance or affiliation with the universities in Malaysia).



VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIPS

Each scholarship consists of:-

  1. Air tickets from recipient’s capital city to Malaysia

  2. An approved tuition fees

  3. Monthly maintenance allowance

  4. Annual grant for books and internal travel

  5. Medical / Health Insurance

  6. Installation and Termination grant

  7. Thesis allowance

  8. Visa



PRIORITY STUDY AREAS

Field of studies is in the following priority areas:

  1. Science and Engineering

  2. Agriculture and Fisheries

  3. Economics and Islamic Finance

  4. Information and Communication Technology

  5. Biotechnology

  6. Biosecurity and Food Safety

  7. Infrastructure and Utility

  8. Environmental Studies

  9. Health not including nursing, medicine, clinical pharmacy.

* Applicants may choose any related course within the field/areas mentioned above

SELECTION CRITERIA

Applications will be considered according to the following selection criteria:-

  1. High-level academic achievement

  2. The quality of the research proposal and its potential contribution towards advancement of technology and human well-being.

  3. Excellent communication, writing and reading skills in English Language



GENERAL CONDITION OF AWARD

  1. Scholarship holder must undertake full-time studies for postgraduate studies at a campus of Malaysian Universities.It is the responsibility of the scholarship holders to confirm admission to the university.

  2. Scholarship holders must not change their programme during tenure of the scholarship except with written permission from their university and the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia.

  3. Scholarship holders must follow the approved programmes and abide by the university’s rules, regulations and codes of conduct.

  4. Any suspension from the university will result in immediate suspension of award. Monthly allowances are not payable during suspension, including suspension due to illness.

  5. It is the responsibility of successful candidates to apply for and meet the requirements for the issuing of an appropriate entry visa including medical examination. The offer of the scholarship does not guarantee the granting of a visa.

  6. Scholarship holders must maintain satisfactory progress and good standing as stipulated by their host university and degree programme, or the scholarship will be withdrawn.

  7. The scholarships are tenable in Malaysian universities and research must be carried out in Malaysia.

  8. Scholarship holders are not allowed to take any paid employment during their tenure unless with written approval from the host university.



HOW TO APPLY

All applications should be made ONLINE through Ministry of Higher Education’s website at https://payloan.mohe.gov.my/INTER/ starting from 01 August 2013 until 30 September 2013.

STEP 1

  • REGISTER your Passport Number or National Identication Number, password and email address.

  • LOGIN to online application form and fill in all section completely.

  • Please ensure all informations are correct before you print the application and logout.

STEP 2


    • Please attach printed application form together with the following documents:

      1. Recent passport size photograph.

      2. Completed Medical Report. [download]

      3. A certified copy of current passport showing evidence of citizenship.

      4. A certified copy of academic transcript, testimonials and/or references relating to the relevant study, co-curriculum activities, achievements.

      5. A certified copy of English Language proficiency certificate (Test of English as a Foreign Language/TOEFL or International English Language Testing Service/IELTS)

      6. Curriculum Vitae.

      7. Admission letter from Malaysian University.

      8. Two letters of recommendation from two (2) people who can act as referees to support your application. [download]

      9. Endorsement Form. [download]



  • You are required to complete the two Letters of Recommendation from two referees, Endorsement Form and Medical Report. Please bring printed ONLINE application form and required documents to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the relevant agency responsible for the scholarship in your country to get the endorsement.



STEP 3

  • Scan all documents stated above in PDF format and LOGIN to MIS Online Application. [How to convert documents to PDF format]

  • You are required to attach the documents and click SUBMIT button to submit the application. You will see the notification message when the process is done. All the application is fully online. No hard copy is required. Bring the hard copy of application form and original certificate during the interview session.



IMPORTANT NOTES


    1. Late submission will not be entertained no matter what reasons are given.

    2. Applications without sufficient documents stated will not be considered.

    3. The decision on succesful candidate made by the Ministry is final. Any queries on the final decision will not be entertained.

    4. All documents valid for six (6) month from date of application i.e. Medical Report, Endorsement Form and Reference Letters.

    5. Has not commenced studies with offer letter from Malaysia University or has enrolled studies not more than :

      1. Master : 1 Semester

      2. PhD : 2 Semester



  1. Please attach your documents accordingly to the list below : -

    1. Recent Passport Size Photographs.

    2. A certified copy of current passport showing evidence of citizenship.

    3. Completed Medical Report.

    4. A certified copy of academic transcript.

    5. A certified copy of English Language proficiency certificate (Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing Service (IELTS).

    6. Curriculum Vitae (CV).

    7. Admission letter From University.

    8. 2 Letters of recommendation from two (2) people who can act as reference to support your application.

    9. Endorsement Form (From Applicants Home Countries Ministry of Foreign Affairs. For those already resides in Malaysia, form to be endorsed by embassy/ high commissioner in Malaysia.).

Source info: https://payloan.mohe.gov.my/INTER/index_mtcp.php


FURTHER ENQUIRIES

For further enquiries, please contact us:-

SCHOLARSHIP DIVISION
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION MALAYSIA
(formerly known as Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia)
LEVEL 2, NO 2, TOWER 2
JALAN P5/6, PRECINCT 5
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATIVE CENTRE
62200 PUTRAJAYA

University of Waikato Research Institute Scholarships

The information was cited from :http://www.waikato.ac.nz/research/scholarships/current/research.shtml

The University of Waikato has six flagship Research Institutes which are offering doctoral and masters scholarships.  The Research Institutes support world-class research in environmental science, demography and economic analysis, business and leadership, professional learning and development, education, and M?ori and indigenous development. They have funded programmes which span the length of the research pipeline from discovery to application and commercialisation.  Sustainability in all its forms – environmental, economic, social and cultural – is a strong emerging theme across the Institutes.

The doctoral scholarships are worth $22,000 a year, plus fees. They cover three years’ full-time study and are open to applications from international and domestic students.

The masters scholarships are open to domestic students only and are worth $12,000, which includes a fees component of $3,500.

On this page you will find application forms as well as regulations for the Research Institute Scholarships. Follow the links to the Research Institutes to find out more about them.

Applications are now closed for 2013.














Environmental Research Institute (ERI) Scholarships


ERI researchers investigate environmental issues across a range of ecosystems to support effective environmental outcomes.

These doctoral and masters scholarships are for students intending to research aspects of terrestrial, freshwater, coastal marine or Antarctic ecosystems.		Environmental Research Institute

ERI Doctoral Application form  ERI Masters Application form 














Institute for Business Research (IBR) Scholarships


IBR researchers study aspects of business and leadership to enhance New Zealand’s economic, social and cultural development.

These doctoral and masters scholarships will be awarded to applicants who are keen to investigate the potential for the small business sector to contribute a sustainable increase to New Zealand’s national income.		Institute for Business Reserach

IBR Doctoral Application form  IBR Masters Application form














National Institute of Demographic and Economic Analysis (NIDEA) Scholarships


NIDEA has a virtual and evolving community of national and international researchers who study and help inform policy responses to the demographic, social and economic processes that interact to shape New Zealand’s future.

The doctoral scholarship comes under NIDEA’s Indigenous Future Programme and is for a student to research opportunities and challenges around Maori and indigenous demographic change. The masters scholarship will be awarded to a student to investigate the regional impacts of demographic change for New Zealand’s communities.		National Institute of Demographic and Economic Analysis

NIDEA Doctoral Application form  NIDEA Masters Application form














Institute of Professional Learning (IPL) Scholarships


IPL provides professional learning and development in the broad field of education, and works in partnership with iwi and other education providers to deliver professional development programmes both nationally and internationally.

These doctoral and masters scholarships are for students to investigate and contribute to improving professional learning and development in New Zealand early childhood centres, kura and schools.		Intitute of Professtional Learning

IPL Doctoral Application form  IPL Masters Application form














Te Kotahi Research Institute (TKRI) Scholarships


TKRI works with iwi, drawing on matauranga M?ori and multi-disciplines to create new knowledge and innovation that will lead to the wellbeing of wh?nau and society.

These doctoral and masters scholarships are for students planning research into at least one of the following themes: economic development and intergenerational sustainability, environment and iwi wellbeing, solving complex social challenges, language and cultural identity, leadership kaitaikitanga and rangatiratanga.		Te Kotahi Research Institute

TKRI Doctoral Application form  TKRI Masters Application form













Wilf Malcolm Institute of Educational Research (WMIER) Scholarships


WMIER research covers the broad field of education, from early childhood through to the tertiary sector; focussing on learning, teaching, curriculum, cultural and literacy issues and education policy.

The doctoral scholarship will be awarded to a student to investigate how key competencies, as set out in the NZ curriculum, are fostered, evidenced and traced over time, places and tasks in early years and compulsory schooling. The masters scholarship will be awarded to a student to investigate curriculum, assessment and/or policy implementation in the early years, compulsory schooling and tertiary sectors.

Cambridge International Scholarships to Overseas Students

Cambridge International Scholarship Scheme (CISS)


The University of Cambridge will offer, via the Cambridge Trusts, approximately 80 Cambridge International Scholarships to Overseas Students who embark on a research course in the next academical year. The awards will be made on a competitive basis to those applicants considered by their departments to be the most outstanding.

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Value of the Award


Each award will underwrite the full cost of fees and maintenance for the duration of the course.

Duration of the Award


The award has a maximum duration of three years and is available to all students who will be registered for a three year research programme, leading to the PhD (including CPGS), that starts in the next academical year.

Eligibility


To be eligible to receive a Cambridge International Scholarship students must:

  1. be liable to pay the Overseas University Composition Fee (i.e. be assessed as 'Overseas' for Fee Status purposes).

  2. be engaged in a three year research programme leading to the PhD (i.e. will be registered as PhD, "Probationary PhD" or "CPGS") starting in the next academical year.

  3. be engaged in full-time study.

  4. have a high upper-second-class undergraduate honours degree from a UK Higher Education Institution, or an equivalent from an Overseas Institution.


Please note: all students applying for a course of one year duration or less (including LLM, MSt, MBA, MED, Part III Mathematics, MPhil) in the next academical year are not eligible for a CISS award in the next academical year.

Application Process



  1. In order to be eligible for a CISS award commencing in the next academical year, you must have applied for admission/continuation as a graduate student to the University of Cambridge either online (admission students only) or via the Graduate Admission and Scholarship Application Form (GRADSAF) by 3 December 2013.

    It is important that you send in your supporting documentation as soon as possible after you have applied for admission online, because your application will not be looked at until this is received. The closing date for this funding is firm - no late applications can be considered.


  2. Every eligible applicant for a three year research course leading to the PhD in the next academical year will be considered to have applied for a Cambridge International Scholarship provided their completed application for admission is received by the deadline above.

  3. Applicants are expected to also seek funding from other sources.

  4. The application must be fully complete, i.e. including academic references and a research statement. The CISS committee will only consider academic achievement and research potential. It is therefore critical that academic references and a research statement are included.

  5. Candidates should note that, given the volume of applications, applications which arrive after the deadline will not be entered for the Cambridge International Scholarships competition, nor will we provide feedback on the outcome of this competition at any stage.

  6. In January the Student Registry will submit a list of all eligible candidates to the relevant departments/faculties.


The competition proceeds in a number of stages:

  1. Ranking
    In January and February, the departments and faculties will consider your application against all others and draw up a ranked list of their top applicants.

  2. Nomination
    Departments/faculties will nominate the very best candidates from their ranked list and submit this, together with a departmental/faculty statement of support, to the Student Registry.

  3. Offer of Admission
    Departments/faculties will make a recommendation for an offer of admission to the Student Registry for their nominated applicants.

  4. Selection of top nominated candidates for CISS awards
    In March, all the nominated candidates with a conditional offer of admission will be considered by a selection committee comprising academic members of the Student Registry. The committee will draw up a list of candidates who will be made an offer of a CISS award immediately. A reserve list of candidates will also be drawn up who may receive a CISS award should any become available. These candidates will receive a confirmatory email. Several hundred partially funded awards will also be made by the Cambridge Trusts to candidates unsuccessful in obtaining a full cost CISS award.


If candidates have not received an email by the end of April, they should assume that their application for a CISS award has not been successful.

It is a condition that successful candidates must meet all their outstanding conditions for admission to the University in order to receive CISS funding.

Source of Info: https://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/students/studentregistry/fees/funding/ciss/index.html#application
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