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Master’s and PhD degree scholarships in Agriculture by SEARCA, Philippines

The Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) for nationals of Southeast Asian countries for Master’s and PhD degree scholarships in Agriculture and related sciences for the school year 2013-2014.

The SEARCA Graduate Scholarship is open to nationals of Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Th ailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam who are
regular employees of academic, research or government institutions and not more than 35 years old at the time of application.

Scholarship Description:

SEARCA scholars may study at any of the following universities:

• Institut Pertanian Bogor, Indonesia

• Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia

• Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia

• Kasetsart University, Thailand

• University of the Philippines (UP) Los Baños, Philippines

Other reputable universities outside the University Consortium but within the Southeast Asian region may also serve as study posts of scholars under special arrangements and project agreements.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 30 July 2012

How to apply:

Interested parties may submit their accomplished SEARCA Scholarship Application form together with other original application requirements to their countries respective Ministries of Education, which will screen and endorse applications to SEARCA not later than 30 July 2012 Th e applicant’s topic of research for thesis/dissertation must be in line with any of SEARCA’s priority thrusts, namely: Natural Resources Management and Agricultural Competitiveness. Deadline for receiving of SEARCA scholarship applications will be set by the respective ministries.

Downloadable SEARCA Scholarship application forms and the complete list of requirements may be found in the SEARCA website at http://www.searca.org.

For inquiries and further details, you may contact:

GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP DEPARTMENT

Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA)
College, Los Baños, Laguna 4031, Philippines
Telefax: (63-49) 5367164 |

Email: gsd@agri.searca.org or ecc@agri.searca.org

Call for applications - EarthRights International’s Mekong School

Mekong School is now acceping applications for 2012


EarthRights International’s Mekong School is a unique training program for civil society advocates from the Mekong Region (China, Burma, Lao PDR, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam) who are working on environmental and human rights issues.  The seven month-long training program focuses on the impacts of large-scale infrastructure projects, particularly hydropower dams, and how citizens are engaged in advocating for more equitable development in the Mekong region.

Through a series of field visits, students examine the the potential impacts of various projects, such as the series of hydropower dams currently planned and under construction along the mainstream of the Mekong and its tributaries, on local livelihoods and the environment. Finally, program graduates focus on ways in which they can join together as alumni to advocate for greater public participation and transparency in Mekong development planning.

The goals of the Mekong School session are:

-          for students to develop an understanding of the impacts of hydropower dams and other large-scale development projects, as well as the views and approaches of various stakeholders

-         for students to understand and analyze what methods communities have utilized for greater protection of human rights and the environment

-          to develop students’ practical skill base in research, advocacy and campaign work; and

-          to develop strong relationships, networks and concrete campaign plans for implementation upon graduation and the students’ return to their respective countries.

Our ideal candidates are individuals who are working on environmental, human rights, or community development issues, who are enthusiastic about partnering with other activists from the region and who have the capacity to become effective community leaders and/or advocates.  We have no formal education requirements, but require basic English communications skills.  The training takes place in Chiang Mai, Thailand from June to December of each year, and includes a two-month practicum in which students return to their home countries to conduct field work. Housing, transportation, and a modest living stipend are provided to successful candidates.

The deadline for applications is March 1, 2012.  For more information, please visit our website at www.earthrights.org.

To request an application form, please contact the Mekong School Coordinator at mekong@earthrights.org.

National Scholarship Programme at the University of Worcester

The National Scholarship Programme has been introduced to help students from low-income households and underrepresented groups to enter Higher Education.

The University of Worcester is offering 200 scholarships in 2012/13. Each scholarship is valued at £3000 or a pro rata amount in the case of part time students and is awarded in the form of a fee waiver to first year students.

Applications will be considered from students intending to register at the University of Worcester during the academic year commencing in September 2012 and whose household income (as verified by Student Finance England) is £25,000 a year or under, although meeting this criteria will not automatically entitle applicants to the scholarship. Scholarships will be awarded in strict order of level of household income until all the available scholarships have been awarded. Special consideration will be given to students who have been in care and to refugees. Please see The Student Finance England Factsheet How you are Assessed and Paid for details about whose income is taken into account when household income is assessed. Their website is www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance

Applicants must not normally be resident in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland and will need to be registering on courses that cost more than £6000 or the part-time pro rata equivalent.

See below for scholarships available to international students.

THE DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS 31ST AUGUST 2012

Those students not eligible for a scholarship under the National Scholarship Programme are;

• NHS Funded students
• Students funded by the Training and Development Agency for Schools
• Students directly continuing from one course to another (eg from a foundation degree or HND to the final year of an honours degree)
• Students transferring in from another institution
• Students taking a postgraduate qualification
• Part-time students studying at less than 25per cent intensity of the full-time equivalent
• Any other students whose fees are paid or part-paid through a sponsorship arrangement

Awards will be made only upon confirmation of household income so it is essential that students submit an income assessed application to Student Finance England (SFE) and submit all evidence requested. You must also ensure that you or your parents do not tick the box on your application that removes the consent to share because this would prevent confirmation of your income being shared with us. You should be able to apply to SFE for student funding online from January 2012 but for more details on when you can apply please visit their website www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance

Student Finance England should be able to begin confirming applicants’ income to universities from July 2012 provided you have applied and supplied the necessary evidence. The University of Worcester will then start to notify successful applicants in writing after the 31st August 2012 deadline.

EU and part-time students will receive a separate form from Student Finance England to provide details of their household income and some scholarships will be reserved for part-time students whose income cannot be assessed by SFE until after they have started the course.

Application forms for scholarships under the University of Worcester’s National Scholarship Programme will available from this page soon. Please note that applications should only be submitted when you have firmly accepted either a conditional or unconditional offer of a place

For full details of all scholarships available at the University of Worcester, please visit the Scholarships 2012/12 page.

Original Link >>>

http://www.worcester.ac.uk/your-home/national-scholarship-programme.html

Chevening Scholarships

Chevening is the flagship scholarship scheme of the British Government. The Chevening scholarship programme in Burma (Myanmar), funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, offers the opportunity for talented Burmese professionals from across the country to pursue postgraduate studies in the UK. The programme aims to encourage potential leaders and influential figures of the future to develop personally and academically and to bring benefits to Burma on their return.     2012/13 Chevening Scholarship Programme The British Embassy is now accepting application for the 2012/13 Chevening scholarship programme. All applications must be submitted on-line through E-Chevening by 17 February 2012. Further details about Chevening scholarships and the application process are set out below. What kind of courses can be studied under a Chevening scholarship? Chevening scholarships are awarded for one year Master degrees at United Kingdom universities and other professional institutions. Chevening scholarships are not applicable for PhDs, undergraduate studies or professional courses (e.g. ACCA, RIBA, ICSA etc) nor are they awarded for studies outside the UK, for distance learning or for part-time studies. We will prioritise applications for Masters Degrees in the following broad areas of study: Human Rights Political Science and Governance Economics and Development Environment Journalism / Media Public Health Education Conflict Resolution What costs are covered by a Chevening scholarship? A full scholarship will cover the cost for a UK visa, a return air ticket to the UK, all tuition fees (not exceeding £12,000 per year), and a monthly stipend and allowances. Candidates wishing to study a course with academic fees exceeding £12,000 per year should expect to part-fund their study. The scholarships do not cover costs for dependents. Eligibility Successful candidates must be: Graduates with the personal, intellectual and interpersonal qualities necessary for leadership, including influencing and communication skills, networking ability, ambition; intelligence, academic potential, drive, self-management, strength of character Motivated to make a career leading to a position of leadership in Burma (Myanmar) in the future Committed to networking to find global solutions Able to use their studies and experience in the UK to benefit themselves and their country. Candidates must also Meet the academic requirements for their courses of study Have an adequate standard of English to benefit from their time in the UK (most postgraduate courses require a minimum IELTS score of 6.5) Be a national of a country other than the UK at the time of applying and intent to return to their country at the end of the period of study. Already hold a degree of an equivalent standard to at least a good UK second-class honours degree. There is no age limit for these scholarships, and we welcome applications from candidates who reflect the full diversity of Burmese society, including ethnic minority groups and people with disabilities. Some applicants will already have a clear idea of the course and university where they wish to study but this is not a requirement. As long as the Embassy / British Council is confident that the applicant’s interests and skills are in line with objectives and that the candidates fit the criteria above, the British Council can help place successful Scholars on suitable courses. However, we suggest that candidates undertake some research about UK higher education before applying. Please visit the Education UK website for further information about studying in the UK. Other information relevant to applications will be posted here on this page and as well as on the Chevening Facebook page. Application procedure   All applications must be made on-line via E-Chevening Application System. For a step-by-step guide on eChevening, check the eChevening guidance here. Interviews Short-listed candidates will be contacted by 2nd March 2012 and they will be expected to attend the interview in March 2012 (dates to be confirmed). Original Link >>> http://www.britishcouncil.org/burma-education-chevening-3.htm