US Fulbright Awards 2011/12-CIES,Africa
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July 2, 2010
Job Description: The Council for International Exchange of Scholars, The Fulbright Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs offers The US Fulbright Awards for the year 2011/12 in Middle East and North Africa
Up to six awards for research in any academic or professional area in two or more countries of the Middle East or North Africa. Support is provided for research projects of historical or contemporary focus, comparative or regional in scope, or where data must be collected in several countries. Fieldwork must be conducted in two or more countries of the region. Projects that involve collaboration with host country colleagues and institutions and that will contribute to cooperation among countries of the region are particularly encouraged. Projects may be undertaken in the following areas of the Middle East and North Africa: Bahrain, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Kuwait, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, and West Bank.
Eligibility:
* Professionals who have a demonstrated record of research will be considered.
* Ameriacn Citizens.
Award Benefits:
1. Monthly maintenance, generally between $1,700 and $3,000, varies by country and number of accompanying dependents.
2. A travel allowance is provided to cover round-trip international travel fo rthe grantee to the place of assignment. Travel for up to two accompanying dependents (whose who spend at least 80 percent of the grant period abroad with the grantee) is provided for grants of four months or more. Depending on location, other relocation costs (one-time support for settling in, excess baggage provision) are included. In cases where international travel is provided in whole or in part by the host country government or host institution, direct Fulbright support may be adjusted accordingly. Scholars with grantes of less than one semester (four months) do not receive a relocation allowance or an allowance for dependent travel.
3. Up to $7,000 per child or $14,000 per family for accompanying dependent children in grades K-12 is reimbursed for a full academic year. Amount is adjusted for shorter grant periods. Reimbursement is based on actual cost of tuition and fees only.
4. Research allowance of $2,000.
How to apply:
1. Proposals must provide a detailed itinerary of travel to each country, including proposed host institutions, and, if possible, letters confirming affiliation. Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and include letter of invitation. If an affiliation is not confirmed by the time of selection, the applicant will be responsible for obtaining an affiliation as a condition of receiving an award. For projects in North Africa, a one- or two-page Arabic or French summary of the research project is required with the application.
Application Deadline 2 August 2010
Read more: http://scholarship-positions.com/us-fulbright-awards-201112-ciesafrica/2010/07/02/#ixzz0tZvE64Xx
scholarship of the New Zealand Government
The Cameroon Commonwealth Scholarship Agency hereby announces to the general public and prospective applicants that the New Zealand Government through the New Zealand Agency for International Development
(NZAID), is offering scholarships under the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan for postgraduate study in New Zealand.
The scholarships due to commence in February 2011 are for Ph.D, level study. Their priority sectors are:
Leadership and Governance, Economics, Public sector governance and reform, Environmental studies, Education,
Health, Agriculture and Fisheries, Bio-security and Food safety, Infrastructure and utility, Human Rights and Gender.
ELIGIBILITY:
- Be Cameroonian
- Applicants for Ph.D must be applying to commerce a new qualification and not seeking funding for one already commenced at the Ph.D level.
- Hold a first degree of upper second honours class standard or second class degree and a relevant post graduate qualification, which will normally be a master’s degree.
Application files should comprise the following:
- Handwritten application addressed to the Minister of higher Education with a 1000frs CFA fiscal stamp;
- A copy of the application form New Zealand;
- A certificate of nationality;
- Certified copies of GCE O/L, A/L, Probatoire and Bac
The original application form must be accompanied by:
a) A certified copy of the applicant’s birth certificate (in English)
b) A certified copy of the personal pages of the applicant’s passport;
c) A certified copy of the academic transcript ( in English) of each tertiary qualification the applicant has completed or partially completed , including the grade assessment schedule used at each institution;
d) A certified copy of the completion or graduation certificate (in English) for each tertiary qualification the applicant has completed;
e) The applicants original International English proficiency test result, eg, IELTS or TOEFL. Test results must be no more than 24 months old at the time the applicant would commence study;
f) A copy of any correspondence with the New Zealand education institution relating to the qualification the applicant is applying for (eg ,offer of place);
g) A current (dated) curriculum vitae, including a brief history of the applicant’s tertiary education background, publications, job skills and paid and unpaid work experiences;
h) Three references (no more than 24 months old) on official letterhead, supporting the application to study in New Zealand. These must be relevant to the scholarship the applicant is applying for and the proposed study programme . One reference should be from the applicant’s current employer and two references from a former lecturer or academic supervisor (in an area of study relevant to the application);
i) For research students , a statement of 500 words outlining the applicant’s proposed research topic , including research question and objectives, proposed methodology, timeline and justification for home-located research. The statement should also identify the significance and application of the proposed research topic to the development of the applicant’s home country;
j) Certified copies of the applicant’s marriage certificate (in English) and /or the birth certificates (in English) of any dependent children, if applying for the accompanied stipend.
Application forms are available at the 15thfloor of the Ministry of Higher Education,(Ministerial Building N°2 ) rooms 1514,1515 and 1527 and the MINESUP
WEBSITE: www.minesup.gov.cm or at www.nzaid.govt.nz/scholarships/commonwealth/value.html.
Completed application files should reach these offices on before the 30th of may 2010.
New Scholarships in New Zealand
Overview
Opportunities exist for candidates from some developing Commonwealth countries to undertake full-time postgraduate study or research at a university in New Zealand. Approximately 10 new Commonwealth Scholarships are awarded each year by the New Zealand Government.
Funding for these Commonwealth Scholarships is provided by New Zealand's International Aid and Development Agency (NZAID).
As with other NZAID-funded scholarships, Commonwealth Scholarships play an important role in addressing the human resource development needs of developing countries. The scholarships are awarded to candidates of strong academic merit who are expected to make a significant contribution to the development of their home country following completion of their scholarship. By building capacity in key sectors, Commonwealth Scholarships can contribute to NZAID’s mandate of sustainable development and poverty reduction.
Levels of study | Commonwealth Scholarships are available for candidates from developing countries to study in New Zealand at Masters or doctoral level. For Masters qualifications, the scholarships are tenable for up to two years. For doctorate (eg PhDs), the maximum scholarship length is four years. It is important that candidates note that the scholarship is tenable only in New Zealand. Candidates are required to study/research full-time.
Fields of study | Commonwealth Scholarships are available in all disciplines, but preference will be given to candidates who nominate fields of study relevant to the development of their home country. This may include study in: health, basic education, sustainable rural livelihoods (including agriculture, forestry, veterinary science etc), environment, human rights and gender, leadership and governance and community development. Awardees enrolled in study where the research component is over 50 percent of the qualification, may be funded to undertake fieldwork/research in their home country where it is confirmed by the institution that it is an integral component of their programme. Further information on priorities areas in countries and regions can be found here.
The Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships Plan (CSFP) website has further information on Commonwealth Scholarships, including nominating agencies’ contact details for application enquiries.
Disclaimer
The Commonwealth Scholarships scheme is subject to ongoing review and amendment, including country eligibility. Applicants should check their eligibility prior to submitting an application. NZAID reserves the right to decline any application before it has been fully processed, in the event of eligibility changes.
A. B. Lumsden Memorial Scholarship
Provided By: University of New Brunswick
Number Available: 1
Deadline: Thursday, April 15, 2010
Type of Award: Scholarship
Renewable: No
Details:
Level of Study: Bachelor;
Field(s) of Study: Education, General
Year of Study: Entering or in second year, Entering or in third year, Entering or in fourth year
Course Load: Full-time
School of Study: University of New Brunswick - Fredericton
Region of Study: New Brunswick
Region of Residence: New Brunswick
Scholarships
While most international students in Australia are full-fee paying students, another option is to apply for a scholarship.
Scholarships are offered by the Australian Government, education institutions and a number of other organisations. They cover various educational sectors, including vocational education and training, student exchanges, undergraduate and postgraduate study and research. Australian Government scholarships are not available for international students undertaking English language training specifically in Australia. However, there are several English language training scholarships offered by Australian institutions.
For information on scholarships use our Scholarships Database. It provides an accurate and reliable list of all scholarships supplied by Australian-based organisations, institutions and government bodies to international students studying or planning to study in Australia on a student visa.
Australian Scholarships
Australian Scholarships brings together and expands existing scholarship programs in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions that are managed by the Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) and the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR). Further information can be found at www.australianscholarships.gov.au
There are three programs available under Australian Scholarships. They are:
Endeavour Awards – The Endeavour Awards is the Australian Government’s internationally competitive, merit-based scholarship program providing opportunities for citizens of the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions to undertake study, research and professional development in Australia. Awards are also available for Australians to do the same abroad. A smaller number of Awards are available for participants from Europe and the Americas. The Endeavour Awards provide individuals with a unique opportunity to further their academic or professional careers. Further information can be found at: www.endeavour.deewr.gov.au
Australian Leadership Awards (ALA) – focus on developing leaders who can influence social and economic policy reform and development outcomes in both their own countries and in the Asia-Pacific region. ALAs provide scholarship support for postgraduate studies in Australia and short-term fellowship opportunities in specialised research, study or professional attachments through participating Australian organisations. Further information can be found at: www.ausaid.gov.au/scholar
Australian Development Scholarships (ADS) – aim to contribute to the long-term development needs of Australia's partner countries to promote good governance, economic growth and human development. ADS provides people with the necessary skills and knowledge to drive change and influence the development outcomes of their own country, through obtaining tertiary qualifications at participating Australian institutions. Further information can be found at: www.ausaid.gov.au/scholar
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.
Scholarships
While most international students in Australia are full-fee paying students, another option is to apply for a scholarship.
Scholarships are offered by the Australian Government, education institutions and a number of other organisations. They cover various educational sectors, including vocational education and training, student exchanges, undergraduate and postgraduate study and research. Australian Government scholarships are not available for international students undertaking English language training specifically in Australia. However, there are several English language training scholarships offered by Australian institutions.
For information on scholarships use our Scholarships Database. It provides an accurate and reliable list of all scholarships supplied by Australian-based organisations, institutions and government bodies to international students studying or planning to study in Australia on a student visa.
Australian Scholarships
Australian Scholarships brings together and expands existing scholarship programs in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions that are managed by the Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) and the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR). Further information can be found at www.australianscholarships.gov.au
There are three programs available under Australian Scholarships. They are:
Endeavour Awards – The Endeavour Awards is the Australian Government’s internationally competitive, merit-based scholarship program providing opportunities for citizens of the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions to undertake study, research and professional development in Australia. Awards are also available for Australians to do the same abroad. A smaller number of Awards are available for participants from Europe and the Americas. The Endeavour Awards provide individuals with a unique opportunity to further their academic or professional careers. Further information can be found at: www.endeavour.deewr.gov.au
Australian Leadership Awards (ALA) – focus on developing leaders who can influence social and economic policy reform and development outcomes in both their own countries and in the Asia-Pacific region. ALAs provide scholarship support for postgraduate studies in Australia and short-term fellowship opportunities in specialised research, study or professional attachments through participating Australian organisations. Further information can be found at: www.ausaid.gov.au/scholar
Australian Development Scholarships (ADS) – aim to contribute to the long-term development needs of Australia's partner countries to promote good governance, economic growth and human development. ADS provides people with the necessary skills and knowledge to drive change and influence the development outcomes of their own country, through obtaining tertiary qualifications at participating Australian institutions. Further information can be found at: www.ausaid.gov.au/scholar
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.
Fulbright African Research Scholar Program (FARSP),Africa
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May 14, 2010
Job description: We are now open for the 2011-2012 Fulbright African Research Scholar Program (FARSP)
Two categories of grants are offered in the FARSP: research grants and program and curriculum development grants.
Research Grants:
Awards of 3 to 9 months are offered for African university faculty or research institute professionals to conduct research in any academic discipline at a U.S. academic or research institution beginning no earlier than August 2010 and no later than March 2011. Preference will be given to individuals with a doctorate degree, at least three years of university teaching experience and a productive scholarly record, and whose projects relate directly to their ongoing teaching and/or research responsibilities. Length of grants is determined by research requirements as demonstrated in the proposal.
Program and Curriculum Development Grants:
Awards of 3 to 5 months are offered for African university faculty or administrators to conduct research in any academic discipline at a U.S. academic or research institution beginning no earlier than August 2010 and no later than March 2011. Proposals should be linked to professional duties and demonstrate how the scholar will use the knowledge gained to develop new courses, curricula, or programs at the home institution. These grants are designed for less experienced scholars who have not had access to current research or instructional developments in their disciplines. University faculty who do not hold doctorate degrees are eligible for awards in this category, but need strong letters of reference or invitation to convince the academic review panel to nominate them for awards. Length of grants is determined by research requirements as demonstrated in the proposal.
HIV/AIDS:
The ARSP includes a special set of grants for scholars with proposals in HIV/AIDS-related research. Scholars in all academic disciplines are invited to formulate proposals with an HIV/AIDS focus. Candidates may apply either as research scholars or as program and curriculum development scholars.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON ELIGIBILITY:
1. Applicants must be citizens of the country from which they apply or permanent residents qualified to hold a valid passport issued by that country.
2. Applicants must not have received a Fulbright grant for study, teaching, or research in the U.S. within the last five years.
3. Preference will be given to individuals who have had no experience or only limited experience in the United States.
4. Proposals involving doctoral dissertation research, postdoctoral research immediately following completion of a doctoral degree, or general professional travel, are ineligible.
5. Proposals for clinical medical research involving physician training, patient care and contact cannot be approved under the Fulbright Program.
6. Applicants must have sufficient English proficiency to carry out their research projects and collaborate effectively with colleagues. TOEFL exams are not required to evaluate applicants’ language skills.
7. Applicants must be in good health. Successful candidates will be asked to submit a Medical History and Examination Report.
8. Scholars who were unsuccessful in previous competitions may re-apply. Repeat applicants should revise their proposals, update curriculum vitae, and obtain current letters of reference.
• Scholars must indicate the type of grant for which they are applying (research or program and curriculum development).
• Letters of invitation or identification of potential host colleagues or institutions may be part of an application, but they are not required. Applicants are discouraged from requesting affiliation with an alma mater. The Fulbright Program enables scholars to broaden their professional contacts as well as their understanding of the diversity of U.S. academic programs in their disciplines.
• Laboratory fees are not part of the standard benefits package for the ARSP and are awarded on a limited case-by-case basis only if funding is available.
Deadline
May 29, 2010
Read more: http://scholarship-positions.com/11238/2010/05/14/#ixzz0oIojDRdJ
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