SCHOLARSHIPS FOR NIGERIANS AT THE LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

The london metropolitan university offers full scholarship to nigerian students in conjunction with the murtala muhammed foundation. the scholarship for nigerians is awarded to outstanding graduates yearly. Interested candidates should apply in writing to the Nigeria Office and include their CV and a personal statement which should also state reasons why they should be awarded the scholarship.Only successful applicants for the scholarship for nigerians will be contacted and will be required to attend an interview.

List of Banking and Finance Courses
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR NIGERIANS AT THE LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

Accounting and Finance MSc SCHOLARSHIPS FOR NIGERIANS AT THE LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

Business Economics MA SCHOLARSHIPS FOR NIGERIANS AT THE LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

Business Economics MSc SCHOLARSHIPS FOR NIGERIANS AT THE LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

Business Economics and Finance MSc SCHOLARSHIPS FOR NIGERIANS AT THE LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

Corporate Finance and Investment MSc SCHOLARSHIPS FOR NIGERIANS AT THE LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

Corporate Treasury Management MSc SCHOLARSHIPS FOR NIGERIANS AT THE LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

Economics MSc SCHOLARSHIPS FOR NIGERIANS AT THE LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

Finance MSc Financial Markets and Derivatives MSc Financial Markets with Information Systems

MSc Financial Regulation and Compliance Management

MSc International Banking

MA International Banking and Finance

MSc International Banking and Insurance Law

LLM International Business and Banking

MA International Business and Finance

MSc International Economic Law

LLM International Economics

MSc International Economics and Finance

MSc International Economics and Trade

MA International Finance

MA International Financial Strategy

MSc SCHOLARSHIPS FOR NIGERIANS AT THE LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

Investment Fund Management MSc

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
London Metropolitan University Nigeria Office 4th Floor Africa Re. Building Plot 1679 Karimu Kotun Street Victoria Island, Lagos
Tel: 01 4613751, 2704241 fax: 01 4613750email: nigeria@londonmet.ac.uk

Master Degree Scholarships in Netherlands

An NFP fellowship, which is granted for the duration of the programme, is intended to provide a contribution towards the costs of living, to cover the costs of tuition fees, and the cost of visas, travel, insurance, thesis research, etc.
Mid-career professionals who are already in employment and who are nationals of and working in one of the selected countries can apply for the master's fellowship.
The duration of the programmes varies between 9 and 24 months.
Eligible countries in Africa include:
Ivory Coast, Kenya, Mali, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
A candidate applying for a Master's fellowship must:
· be a national of and working in one of the selected developing countries on the list;
· have been unconditionally admitted by a Dutch institution to one of the short courses on the course list. This means that the applicant must have met all the requirements set by the Dutch institution;
· have completed an NFP short course application form and have submitted all the required documentation to the Netherlands embassy or consulate;
· be nominated by his or her employer, who pledges to continue paying the candidate’s salary and guarantees the candidate will be able to return to an equivalent position at the end of the fellowship period. Partial payment of salary can sometimes be allowed as an exception to the rule.
It is up to the Dutch embassy to decide if an agreement between the employer and the candidate about partial continuation of payment of salary is acceptable.
· not be employed by a large industrial, commercial, international or multinational organization, which can be assumed to have sufficient resources of its own to finance staff training;
· offer evidence of proficiency in speaking and writing the language of instruction. If this is English, candidates who have received their tertiary education in any language other than English must provide evidence in the form of a score in an internationally recognized test, such as IELTS (a score of at least 6.0) or TOEFL (a score of at least 550 points on the paper based test or 213 points on the computer-based test or 79 on the internet-based test).
· An exception to this rule is made for candidates who have received their tertiary education in the English language, and for candidates who have previously attended a course or programme with a Dutch educational institution, but no longer than four years ago;
· be available for the entire period of the course and be physically and mentally able to take part in the entire course;
· declare that they will return to their home country immediately after the short course has ended.
Deadline: 1st March and 1st October Annually

http://www.nuffic.n

Scholarship for Short-term Study in Japan

This scholarship is available for qualified international students accepted by Japanese universities or graduate schools under the student exchange agreement on a short-term basis from about three months to one year.
· Monthly stipend: ¥80,000 per month (up to 12 months)
· Relocation allowance: ¥80,000(upon arrival only)
The applicant must satisfy following conditions:
· Must hold nationality of countries that have diplomatic relations with Japan.
· Does not hold nationality of Japan.
Students are placed in three groups depending on when the study programs at the Japanese host universities begin.
Different deadlines are set for each group as follows.
· The 1st Period: for students starting their studies between April 1 and July 31.
· The 2nd Period: for students starting their studies between August 1 and November 30.
· The 3rd Period: for students starting their studies between December 1 and March 15.

http://www.jasso.go.jp/scholarship/short_term_e.html

Music Scholarships at City University London

The Department of Music at City University London is internationally renowned as a centre of research and teaching excellence in composition (acoustic and electroacoustic), musicology, ethnomusicology, performance, and music technology, receiving the highest possible rating in the UK Research Assessment Exercise 2001 (5*).
The Overseas Scholarships in Music: 4 awards; £4,000 each
These scholarships are open to full-time overseas research students (UK/EU students are ineligible) who begin an MPhil-PhD in Music.
The award comprises a £4,000 contribution to overseas tuition fees, renewable for a further 2 years dependent on progress.
Overseas students who wish to study for an MMA-DMA degree (joint with the Guildhall School of Music and Drama) are eligible for an award of £2,000. Applications will be assessed according to the following criteria:
· Level of achievement at Undergraduate and Master’s degrees
· Markers of esteem such as prizes for outstanding work or a publication list, or major performance engagements
· Research excellence or demonstrable research potential
You must complete the application procedure for a research degree in the normal way and, once submitted, must email the Research Administrator at the School of Arts, Amber Burrow-Goldhahn of your intention to be considered for an Overseas Scholarship in Music.
NB: All students eligible for an Overseas Scholarship in Music are also eligible for the following:
· University Research Studentships
· City Overseas Student Awards

http://www.city.ac.uk/music/postgraduate/funding

Scholarships for study in Holland

Scholarships for study in Holland: The main organization managing information about scholarships in Holland is NUFFIC, the Netherlands’ Organization for International Cooperation in Higher Education.
Up to date information on all scholarships for Holland can always be found on their website www.nuffic.nl.
Below is an overview of the major scholarships available to foreign students in Holland:
1) The Huygens scholarship
Huygens is the scholarship programme of NUFFIC, therefore being a scholarship exclusively for study in Holland.
It is often administered abroad by the local Dutch embassies.
2) The Netherlands’ Fellowship Programmes (NFP)
Since this programme, funded by the Netherlands’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is meant for postgraduate students who have already started a career, students can only participate in the programme if they have been nominated by their employer.
The grants can be used either for Master’s studies, Doctoral studies, short courses, training courses or refresher courses in Holland.
The programme currently operates in 57 countries.
This scholarship is also administered by Dutch embassies in the participating countries.
3) WOTRO
This is a scholarships programme for PhD or other Doctoral students.
The scholarship consists of a foundation supported by the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which aims at improving the research environment at developing countries by offering grants to individual researchers for securign appropriate research facilities.
The Doctoral project must be approved by both the local instances and a Dutch sponsor, and the research itself must be realated to development studies.
The duration of the scholarship is up to 4 years and consists of alternating studies in Holland and the student’s home country.
4) United Nations scholarship programmes
The suborganisations of the United Nations give out numerous scholarships to students from certain countries for study in Holland among other countries.
Information can be obtained from the representations of the specific organisations in the student’s home country.
5. Erasmus mundus
Students can also apply for a number of other programmes, for example the Erasmus mundus programme.
http://www.amsterdam.info/students/scholarships/

British Chevening Scholarships Programme

Chevening Scholarships are provided by the British government's flagship scholarship programme for postgraduate students in the UK.
If you are ambitious, focused and motivated, and realise that a qualification from Britain will help take you to the top in your career, consider applying for a Chevening Scholarship.
The British Council manages the scholarship programme on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.
Each year hundreds of African students are carefully selected for the scholarships through competitive interviews. Drawn from both the public and private sectors, they are individuals who hope to play a key role in Africa's future.
Applicants will be:
· Under the age of 35
· Have an upper second class first degree
· Have a track record of high performance
· Demonstrate ambition, creativity and innovation
· Be available to study for at least 1 year in the UK
The Application Process:
Interested candidates should forward an application letter demonstrating the above criteria and including details of
· Education
· Experience
· Contact details
Attach one written piece of between 150-200 words on your intended subject of study and how you expect to benefit from this opportunity.
The Placement Process:
· British Council will facilitate selected candidates' applications to UK higher education institutions. Candidates who have already made applications direct to UK institutions should provide details at interview.
· Once UK institutions have confirmed acceptance, the British Council will provide comprehensive face to face briefings to successful candidates. This includes information about living and studying in UK; the support candidates receive during their studies; the entitlements payable under the scheme, including full academic fees, international airfares and living allowances in UK

British Council will facilitate candidates' departure arrangements, including UK visa applications and travel arrangements.
Deadline: Application date varies depending on the country you come from.For further details, and application materials, contact:

http://www.chevening.com

Oxford Research in the Scholarship and Humanities of Africa

The ORISHA (Oxford Research in the Scholarship and Humanities of Africa) Studentship is for postgraduate study of Africa in the Humanities and is normally available in the following areas:
Social and Cultural Anthropology, Archaeology, Egyptology, History, Human Geography, African Literature, Politics and International Relations, Sociology, subject to appropriate supervision being available.
Applicants may be entering a graduate degree or already registered as graduate students.
DPhil students who have completed their fee liability but who have run out of support to cover their other costs will also be eligible.
Number and value of awards: One Studentship is available.
It will normally cover University fees at the home rate and provide a maintenance allowance.
In exceptional circumstances supplementary grants may be made in order to meet (or go some way towards meeting) the difference between the home and the overseas fees.
The award will normally be made for up to two years in the first instance with possible extension to a third or on occasion a fourth year.
Students requiring less than two years' support may also apply.
Other information: The successful applicant, if not already a member of an Oxford college, may be offered a place at St Antony's or St Cross College.
Application procedure:
Further details and an application form for the ORISHA Studentship may be obtained from:
http://www.africanstudies.ox.ac.uk

Working to Advance African Women Foundation Scholarship

WAAW foundation scholarship program offers $500/year for need-based female African students admitted to a University, College or institute of higher learning in Africa.
These scholarships for women in Africa are renewable annually, following proof of the student’s continued academic performance. Scholarships application deadline is December every year.
Eligibility:
Female students of African origin, who have gained admission to an institution of higher learning in Africa.
· Able to demonstrate financial need.
· Excellent academic record.
Special consideration will also be given to underprivileged students, orphans and children of widows, students in the first or second year of study, and students admitted to engineering, math, technology and science based programs.
Your application package must include the following:
· Application form (download in PDF format).
· Curriculum vita or resume.
· A 1-2 page essay on your future career goals and how you expect the WAAW foundation scholarship will assist in fulfilling those goals.
· Two letters of recommendation, preferably from academic mentors/advisors.
· Current University transcrips, if applicable.
Please complete all sections of the application form and submit all required materials to WAAW foundation by December 15.
Completed application forms and supporting documents should preferably be submitted electronically (with subject heading: Scholarship) to scholarship[at]waawfoundation.org
Application materials may also be mailed to:
Scholarship Application,WAAW Foundation 209 Rugen Lane,College Station, Texas, USA 77845.E-mail: scholarship[at]waawfoundation.org
Application deadline: December every year.

http://waawfoundation.org/education.html

Funded Postgraduate Opportunities, Waterford Institute of Technology - Ireland

Waterford Institute of Technology has a thriving postgraduate community participating in both taught and research programmes to Masters and PhD level.
Many of the research programmes involve both national and international partnership with industry, academia, commerce or the community and carry substantial grants.
Opportunities for funded research postgraduate studies are offered in the following areas:
Computing/Electronics
· Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Science
· Manufacturing Engineering
· Construction Management
· Business & Humanities
The above programmes are funded through the Technology Sector Research Strand I Programme, Enterprise Ireland, the Environmental Protection Agency, the Health Service Executive and the European Commission.
Applicants must hold, at a minimum, a second class honours degree in a relevant or a related discipline.
Information packs and application forms may be obtained from:
The Research Postgraduate Admissions Office,Registrar's Office,Waterford Institute of Technology,Waterford.Tel: +353-51-302883 oremail: pgadmissions@wit.ie
http://www.wit.ie

Masters Scholarships for Non-EU/EEA Students at University of Twente

This scholarship is organized by the University of Twente and is meant for excellent students with limited resources from selected countries.
Host Institution(s):
Univesity of Twente, The Netherlands
Field of study:
Any field of study offered at University of Twente
Target group:
Prospective students from Non-EU/EEA countries and students from Bulgaria, Greece, Czech Republic, and Poland.
Scholarship value/inclusions:
Minimum of € 1,538 to a maximum of maximum € 20,000.
Eligibility:
· you are an excellent student
· you must be admitted and nominated by the faculty you applied at
· you must be a national of one of the countries mentioned above
· you are a future leader (of industry)
· you must be strongly committed to social society
· online application at the graduate site must be completed
· all certified documents must be received
Application instructions:
Please note that you can only apply for this scholarship after you have been (provisionally) accepted by the Admission Office.
Application Deadline; 8th January Annually
http://www.utwente.nl

Gates Cambridge Scholarship - Cambridge University

The award of a Gates Cambridge Scholarship provides excellent opportunities for personal intellectual development, living and working alongside other similarly outstanding students from the UK and from many other countries.
Gates Cambridge Scholarships are full-cost awards for graduate study and research in any subject available at the University of Cambridge. A small number are also available for study towards a second undergraduate degree.
Host Institution(s):
University of Cambridge in United Kingdom
Field of study:
Any field of study offered at the University.
Number of Awards:
The Trust seeks to elect approximately 100 new Gates Scholars annually (although the exact number of awards may change from year to year).
Approximately 40 of the 100 new scholarships each year will be awarded to US citizens.
Target group:
The scholarships are highly competitive and are awarded to citizens of any country outside the United Kingdom.
Scholarship value/inclusions:
A Gates Cambridge Scholarship covers the full cost of studying at Cambridge, namely:
· the University Composition Fee and College fees at the appropriate rate
· a maintenance allowance for a single student (£12, 250 for 12 months at the current 2008-09 rate; pro rata for courses shorter then 12 months)
· the cost of the most economical airfare from the scholar’s normal country of residence to the UK at the beginning of their course and the cost of the most economical airfare from the UK to the scholar’s normal country of residence at the end of the course
· A discretionary contribution towards the costs of supporting dependants at Cambridge (upon application)
Once in residence, Gates Scholars may apply for financial help with the costs of attending conferences, undertaking fieldwork and other activities.
Eligibility:
· may be citizens of any country outside the United Kingdom.
· may apply to study any subject available at the University of Cambridge.
· must apply to pursue one of the following full-time residential courses of study:
· Research leading to the PhD degree
· One-year post-graduate courses (e.g. MPhil, LLM, Diploma, CASM or Part III Maths, MBA etc.)
· 2 year MSc degree
· Second Bachelor degree as an Affiliated Student
· MBBChir Clinical Studies
· must be admitted to Cambridge through the University’s normal academic procedures. The Trust cannot admit students.
· must have a first class or high second class honours degree, or its equivalent, from a recognised university. For universities which work according to the North American pattern, candidates will be expected to have excellent transcripts with high GPA scores showing evidence of sustained achievement in study, together with the type of academic references which speak of the candidate’s leadership potential, social commitment, intellectual ability and why further study at Cambridge is particularly appropriate.
The Gates Cambridge Trust does not require candidates to take a GRE test, although some Departments in Cambridge may do so; candidates should check the relevant section of the Graduate Studies Prospectus.
· must be well prepared for the Cambridge course for which they are applying and must meet the academic criteria for admission specified by the University. Some courses may have particular requirements for admission, and details of these can be found in the relevant sections of the Graduate Studies Prospectus for graduate applicants, or the Undergraduate Prospectus for affiliated applicants.
· who are not native speakers of English are required by the University to provide proof of their proficiency in the English language to meet the minimum standard required for admission to Cambridge. For further information see English language requirements for graduate applicants or English language requirements for affiliated applicants.
· from countries of the European Union who intend to pursue graduate study or research must, where eligible, apply for public fees awards offered by the Research Councils by the relevant deadlines.
Application Deadline; 15 December Annually
http://www.gatesscholar.org

Georgia Rotary Student Program, USA

The Georgia Rotary Student Program is aimed at promoting world peace through understanding by offering scholarships to international students for one year of study in Georgia colleges and universities.
Participating students apply to the program and, if selected, receive scholarships that pay for;
1. Tuition2. Book allowance3. Meals and4. College-provided rooms.
Applicant must provide:
1. Transportation from country to USA and return
2. Medical insurance
3. $3,000 spending money
4. Any income taxes imposed by the government on the scholarship money
Eligibility Requirements:
1. Must be 18 years but not 25 years of age by August 1 the year studies begin
2. Have not studied in the USA
3. Must be single.
The scholarship covers one scholastic year, from August to May, and is aimed at funding students’ efforts to study in colleges and universities in Georgia, USA.
Students live on campuses, but spend weekends with their host families.
Each year, about 80 students from all over the world make friends in the United States and other nations and learn about differing cultures and life styles. The number of students from different countries varies each year.
Application deadline: October 1 every year.
For more information and application;
Email:grsp@grsp.org
http://www.grsp.org/

Associated Board International Scholarships - Royal Schools of Music

Associated Board International Scholarships enable outstanding musicians to study on courses at one of the four Royal Schools of Music in the UK:
· Royal Academy of Music
· Royal College of Music
· Royal Northern College of Music
· Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama
There are normally four undergraduate awards each year, tenable at each of the Royal Schools for a four-year undergraduate performance course, and four postgraduate awards covering one or two-year postgraduate performance, composition or conducting courses at the Royal Schools.
The scholarships provide;
· Tuition fees for the designated course
· A grant of £3000 per year towards living expenses, normally paid by termly instalments.
· A flight ticket home upon satisfactory completion of the course.
Eligibility
· You must be a national of a country that is not a member of the European Union.
· You will not be eligible to apply if you have been living or studying in the UK for a period of more than one year immediately preceding 31 January in the year of entry to the course or if you have home fee status.
· For undergraduate study you should normally be at least 17 years of age by 31 January in the year of entry to the course.
· Postgraduates should normally be at least 21 years of age by 31 January in the year of entry.
· You will be expected to demonstrate outstanding musical promise and proficiency in your principal study or chosen field.

Application
You must first apply for admission to a course at one or more of the Royal Schools of music, and must observe the admission procedures and application deadlines for the individual Schools.
You should then complete an International Scholarships Eligibility Form and post this directly to the Associated Board’s office:
The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music24 Portland PlaceLondon W1B 1LUUnited Kingdom
The closing date for scholarship applications for courses beginning in September is 31 January every year.

http://www.abrsm.org

The New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships

The New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships(NZIDRS) offer a significant educational opportunity.
New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships (NZIDRS) are open to all international students who meet the eligibility criteria.
NZIDRS scholarships include:
· Full tuition fees for three (3) years of full-time doctoral study
· Up to NZ$600 per annum health insurance allowance
· NZ$2000 (across 3 year tenure) travel allowance. This is intended to be used for conference attendance and field research
· NZ$800 (across 3 year tenure) book and thesis allowance
· NZ$500 One-off establishment allowance. Only to be paid to those students who are travelling to NZ specifically to take up the NZIDRS. No student already located in NZ is eligible to receive this amount
· NZ$18,000 per annum living allowance (NZ$1500 per month)
Prospective candidates are advised to start corresponding with academics in the relevant departments of New Zealand universities regarding the availability of appropriate supervision well in advance of submitting their application papers.
Evidence that supervision is available is required as a part of the NZIDRS application process.
Closing dates for applications: 15 July every year.
For more information or clarification about this scholarship contact the Scholarships Manager at
http://www.newzealandeducated.com

Girls Global Education Fund

Girls Global Education Fund (GGEF) provides scholarships to girls in developing countries who would otherwise be unable to attend school.
Scholarships are given to girls in primary school, junior high and high school.
Girls Global Education Fund (GGEF) will cover the cost of sending girls to school for the entire year, and if necessary, also pay for transportation to school, and lunch.
To remain in the program, a girl must complete the school year with satisfactory grades and attendance.
Contact Information:

http://www.ggef.org/program.html

MA in International Relations Scholarships

The Erasmus Mundus Masters Program in Public Policy (Mundus MAPP) is a 2-year-long international Masters course that embeds the nascent field of transnational public policy into a European context.
The European Commission's Erasmus Mundus program provides scholarships to outstanding students from countries outside the European Union to attend Mundus MAPP and to visiting scholars to participate in teaching and research.
Mundus MAPP provides a detailed and systematic understanding of how political institutions, processes and public policies operate and interact from the global political economy through to national and local levels with a direct focus on European engagements at these levels of governance.
The multidisciplinary curriculum is conceptually grounded in public policy, international relations, development studies, public administration and public management.
The program also provides practical work experience and transferable skills gained through an internship programme.
Mundus MAPP prepares graduates for international professional careers as policy-makers, policy-analysts and advisors in either politics, the civil service, international organisations or the corporate and non-governmental sectors.
The Mundus MAPP study program lasts two years and students undertake an internship either after the first or the second academic year.
Mundus MAPP graduates receive double degrees following MA as well as a diploma supplement at the end of their studies.

http://www.mundusmapp.org/admiss/aid.htm

Scholarships and Awards for International Undergraduate Students - Trent University

Trent International Program (TIP) offers a limited number of highly competitive renewable Full and Tuition scholarships to International Undergraduate Students who are not citizens or permanent residents of Canada.
These scholarships and Awards are tenable for up to four years of an Honours degree if a "B" average is maintained each year and are available for students entering the University in September.
TRENT-ESL students are eligible to apply for International Scholarships and Awards upon successful completion of the TRENT-ESL program.
Trent International Full Scholarships:
· The amont of the scholarship is CDN$22,000 per academic year (8 months).
· The scholarship covers international tuition and ancillary fees. Depending on need, may also include books, health insurance, room and board (from Sept-April) and/or living expenses.
· It is based on outstanding academic achievement, community and/or international service, excellent record of extra-curricular activities and leadership, as well as an assessment of financial need.
International Tuition Scholarships:
· The amount is CDN$14,000 per academic year and the scholarship covers international tuition, ancillary fees, and health insurance (from Sept-April).
· It is based on high academic achievement, community and/or international service, excellent record of extra-curricular activities and leadership.
International Levy Tuition Scholarship:
· The amount is CDN$14,000 per academic year and the scholarship covers international tuition, ancillary fees, and health insurance (from Sept-April).
· It is based on high academic achievement, community and/or international service, excellent record of extra-curricular activities and leadership.
· Open to students from developing countries.
International Awards:
· Trent grants up to CDN$3,000 to students with high academic achievement and a good record of extra-curricular activities.
Deadline: 01 March each year.

http://www.trentu.ca/international/financesandscholarships_scholarships.php

Masters and PhD Scholarships, Catholic Academic Exchange Service (KAAD)

Masters and PhD Scholarships by Catholic Academic Exchange Service (KAAD).
The Catholic Academic Exchange Service (KAAD) is a scholarship organization of the German Catholic Church that provides financial and civic educational support for high potential postgraduate scholars from Africa, Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe.
The priority area is scholarships for Ph.D. studies.
Ph.D. scholars register at a German University, although their field research can be conducted in Africa.
Ph.D. scholarships are granted for up to 3,5 years (including 6 months German language training) and for all subjects.
KAAD provides support for individuals, i.e. usually scholars cannot be accompanied by their families.
Applications for Master-programs in Germany will be considered primarily for candidates whose professional experience and objectives reveal that a Masters-degree, and not a Ph.D., is the final goal of their higher education ('terminal Master').
If someone changes his/her mind after the Master-program and wishes to apply for a Ph.D.-scholarship, he/she must obtain an additional three years of relevant work experience in Africa first.
Rare exceptions from this rule may be allowed for female candidates.
For available Master courses in Germany please check: http://www.daad.de/deutschland/studium/idp/04709.en.html(don't specify 'language').
After selecting the program(s) you should contact the course coordinator and apply for (at least provisional) admission.
Applications at Masters level may also be consideredfor programs in Ghana, Kenya, and Zimbabwe ('in-country scholarships').
Scholars who pursued Master-studies in one of these partner countries under a KAAD scholarship are entitled to compete for aPh.D.-scholarship for Germany at any time after their Master's degree ('second scholarships').
Masters and PhD Scholarships Eligibility
· Significant social and religious commitment: A clear preference is given to catholic (or Ethiopian orthodox) applicants.
The ideal candidate should be creative, with a distinguished personal integrity and leadership qualities.
· Academic excellence: A university degree (Bachelor, Master) with very good results (minimum: '2nd class upper' with an average grade of B or above, 'bien', CGPA of 3.2/4.0, or equivalent results).
· Upper age limits for Master's level and doctorates are 32 and 35 years, respectively.
Applicants who don't receive a reply from KAAD within 8 weeks have not been shortlisted for the next step of the preselection.
Only inquiries containing the information asked for in the Catholic Academic Exchange Service website can beanswered.
Contact Information:

http://kaadbonn.de

Tourism and Hospitality Scholarships Australia - International Scholarships

Tourism and Hospitality Scholarships, Australia: The International Centre of Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Education (THE-ICE) is an Australian government initiative to encourage excellence in tourism and hospitality education.
Scholarships are offered to international students who wish to study tourism and hospitality in Australia at THE-ICE member institutions.
Scholarship applicants can choose from over 60 programs in tourism business management, hotel/resort management, sport/event tourism or ecotourism.
Scholarship grants are offered on the basis of excellence for Masters, Bachelor and Diploma level studies.
THE-ICE Member Scholarship Opportunities
The Southern Cross University Masters Scholarship
· 1 Master scholarship available
· Scholarship offers a grant of AU $10,000 for the duration of 1 year program.
The Hotel School Sydney Bachelor Scholarship
· 1 Bachelor scholarship available
· Scholarship offers a grant of AU $10,000 for year 2 of the program
TAFE NSW - Northern Sydney Institute offers international student scholarships to study one of their hospitality, tourism and event management programs. These are:
· Advanced Diploma in Hospitality (Management) (2 Year Program)
· Diploma in Event Management (1 Year Program)

Deadline: Depends on institution and program selected. Scholarships are offered every year.
For more information on eligibility criteria and to apply, please complete your details at;

http://www.the-ice.org/

Masters in Strategic Project Management Scholarships

A number of Masters in Strategic Project Management Scholarships are granted by the Swedish Government and the Erasmus Mundus Consortium.
All enrolled students will be granted a scholarship by the Swedish government (€ 6,000) in addition to any Erasmus Mundus scholarship.
Admission criteria
There are three core admission criteria:
• Excellence of the candidate: outstanding achievement in the applicant’s first degree.
The minimum admission qualification is a high-quality Bachelor degree (or an equivalent academic degree) of minimum three years duration and 180 ECTS credits in a cognate discipline, or semi-cognate discipline with considerable relevant experience, e.g. business and management, science and engineering.
• Language ability: for non-native English speaking applicants a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent is required (e.g. TOEFL 600 or 250 computer-based). A language policy exists for students with a slightly lower level of English (e.g. IELTS 6.0) who wish to apply; they are encouraged to take advantage of the pre-sessional English language course at Heriot-Watt University .
• Student motivation and relevance of the Masters Course to a student’s professional experience to date and future career aspirations.
Application procedure
All applications for admission will be forwarded to the co-ordinating institution ( Heriot-Watt University ) for processing.
Documents required in English WHICH MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION are as follows:
1. Application form including letter of motivation.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. Certified copy of your university qualification.
4. Certified copy of the certificate issued by the competent academic authority confirming the examinations passed, detailed study programmes and the number of hours for each module studied.
5. Proof of level of English.
6. Two letters of recommendation, preferably from the university or institute that awarded your first degree.
7. Administrative papers: a copy of a valid ID document.
Application forms
Application forms are available from HWU, who are the co-ordinating institution for this course.
You can download an application form, or complete one online by visiting

www.postgraduate.hw.ac.uk/apply/
If you do apply online, please ensure you print off a copy of your application form and enclose along with all your supporting documentation - this will allow us to match your supporting documents with your online application and process your application as quickly as possible.

Application deadline - January 31st.