Heinrich Boll Foundation Scholarships for German and International Students, 2016

The Heinrich Boll Foundation is now accepting applications for scholarships for German and International students in 2016 academic year. The scholarship department of the Heinrich Boll Foundation grants scholarships to undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral students from inside and outside Germany.

Heinrich Boll Foundation promote those students who are studying and graduating and who have a positive attitude towards the goals of the Green project, share the fundamental ideals of the Heinrich Boll Foundation – democracy, ecology, solidarity and non-violence – and who take an active socio-political role.

The Heinrich Boll Foundation works independently and nurtures a spirit of intellectual openness. Heinrich Boll Foundation maintain a world­ wide network with currently 30 international offices. Heinrich Boll Foundation co­operate closely with 16 state-level Boll Foundations in each of Germany’s federal states, and they support talented, socio-politi­cally engaged undergraduate and graduate students in Germany and abroad.

The scholarship department of the Heinrich Böll Foundation grants scholarships to undergraduates, graduates and doctoral students from inside and outside Germany. Applicants from outside the home country will often need to meet specific English language/other language requirements in order to be able to study there.

Course Level: The scholarship department of the Heinrich Böll Foundation grants scholarships to undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral students from inside and outside Germany.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded in all subjects offered at universities of applied sciences or universities of the arts in Germany.

Scholarship Award: The Heinrich Böll Foundation grants scholarships to approximately 1,000 undergraduates, graduates and doctoral students.

Scholarship can be taken at: Germany(German students can pursue their higher studies in Germany or an EU country).

Eligibility: Formal prerequisites:
Applicants for an undergraduate or graduate scholarship:
1). General student scholarships for German and German-educated applicants (Bildungsinländer/innen (1)): Students in all subjects who are pursuing a First degree (Bachelor, Staatsexamen, Diplom) and who earned their university entrance qualification (2) in Germany:
-You may apply before beginning your first degree (Bachelor, Staatsexamen, Diplom) or at any time up to the end of your third “Fachsemester”. Masters students cannot apply, because we aim to support students over the longer term. However, Bachelors students who have been awarded support may receive further support for a Masters course.
-Special (but not exclusive) target groups are: first-generation students, women, members of ethnic minorities, applicants from universities of applied science (Fachhochschulen).
-scholarship programme also focuses (but not exclusively) on certain subjects: especially the STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering and mathematics), particularly with a focus on environmental science (e.g. environmental protection, renewable energies, climate, etc.); economic and legal studies; journalism; and art studies.
-Germans and Bildungsinländer/innen (1) may receive funding for a complete Bachelors programme outside Germany but within the EU. In this case, the application must include a detailed justification of the proposed location and subject.
2). Student scholarship – journalism: “Medienvielfalt, anders: Junge Migrantinnen und Migranten in den Journalismus” (for German nationals and Bildungsinländer/innen):
-This programme is aimed at German or German-educated students with a migration background who wish to become journalists. Funding is not limited to students following journalism studies programmes.
-You may apply before beginning your study programme or at any time up to the end of your third “Fachsemester”. The conditions outlined in A.1. apply
Applicants for a doctoral scholarship: Please note that an application for the autumn application process is possible, if you are a German or  German-educated doctoral student.
1). Doctoral students in all subjects who earned their university entrance qualification in Germany (Germans nationals and Bildungsinländer/innen (1)):
-At the time of application, the applicant must have been accepted as a doctoral student by a state-recognised institution of higher education in Germany or another EU country.
-Preference will be given to dissertation projects related to the working areas of the Heinrich Böll Foundation
2). Doctoral scholarships: Focus programme “Transformation Research”
-Doctoral students from Germany who would like to apply for the focus programme “Transformation Research”
-Formal requirements given above.

Nationality: Students of all nationalities can apply for these Heinrich Boll Foundation Scholarships.

Entrance Requirement: The scholarship department of the Heinrich Böll Foundation grants scholarships to undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral students from inside and outside Germany.

Test Requirement: No

English Language Requirements: Applicants from outside the home country will often need to meet specific English language/other language requirements in order to be able to study there.

 

Supporting Material:
-A complete set of application documents needs to be uploaded to the web portal as PDF versions of the following documents.
-Application form for a scholarship
-Copy of degree certificate, University entrance qualification or equivalent
-A list of study certificates to date if you have already commenced your studies
-For foreign applicants for a scholarship to study for a master’s degree: Certified copy of your first degree certificate
-Student enrolment certificate  if you already have one
-For foreign applicants: Written proof of German language proficiency
-For applicants for the programme: Work samples
-A third-party reference on your social commitment
-An expert reference from a university or college lecturer, or for school leavers from a schoolteacher

How to apply: Applications should be submitted online.

Online Application

Application Deadline: The application deadline is 1st March 2016.

Scholarship Link

Republic of Austria Scholarships for International Students in Austria, 2016

Foundation of the Republic of Austria is pleased to offer scholarships to international students of high academic ability for 2016 entry. Scholarships are available for students to pursue research on their diploma or master thesis or their dissertation at scientific research institutions in Austria (e.g. universities, Austrian Academy of Sciences, National Library, National Archive).

Foundation of the Republic of Austria aims to assist international students who require financial assistance with scholarship, specifically for overseas students.

In 2005 the Austrian National Council established the Scholarship Foundation of the Republic of Austria by an Act of Parliament, which is to provide scholarships for all areas of education and further education. The scholarships are awarded by the foundation board from funds of the Conciliation Fund of the Republic of Austria for descendents of forced labourers or people coming from countries that have suffered exceptionally from the Nazi regime, particularly from the recruitment of forced labourers.

Applicants must not have studied/pursued research/pursued academic work in Austria in the last six months before taking up the grant.Applicants from outside the home country will often need to meet specific English language/other language requirements in order to be able to study there.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for students to pursue research on their diploma or master thesis or their dissertation at scientific research institutions in Austria (e.g. universities, Austrian Academy of Sciences, National Library, National Archive).

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are offered in diverse fields to help students in upgrading their education.

List of Subjects:  Natural Sciences, Technical Sciences, Human Medicine, Health Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts.

Scholarship Award: The scholarships will include:
-monthly scholarship instalment: 940 EUR
-accident and health insurance: if necessary, the OeAD (Austrian Agency for International Cooperation in Education and Research) will effect an accident and health insurance. The costs for the insurance have to be covered from the scholarship.
-The OeAD provides scholarship holders with accommodation (student dormitory or apartment). Monthly costs: 220 to 470 EUR (depending on the level of comfort requested by the scholarship holder). The scholarship holder has to pay an administrative fee of 18 EUR/month to the OeAD for the provision of accommodation. The costs for the accommodation have to be covered from the scholarship.
-Applicants from countries which are neither members of the EU nor members of EFTA, EEA or OECD can be granted a travel allowance of up to max. 500 EUR in addition to the scholarship.

Scholarship can be taken at: Austria

Eligibility: Eligible for application are
– descendants of forced laborers (regardless of their country of origin)
– or people coming from countries that have suffered exceptionally from the Nazi regime, especially from the recruitment of forced laborers.
Students meeting the above mentioned criteria can apply to pursue research
– on their diploma or master thesis
– or their dissertation.
No scholarships are awarded for Bachelor-, Master- or Doctoral/PhD studies pursued in Austria, summer courses, language courses, clinical trainee ships or internships.
-Applicants must not have studied/pursued research/pursued academic work in Austria in the last six months before taking up the grant.
-Age limit: Doctoral students: 40 years at the time of submission of the application (for the application deadline March 1, 2015: born on or after March 1, 1975)
for other students: 35 years at the time of submission of the application (for the application deadline March 1, 2015: born on or after March 1, 1980)

Nationality: International Students (except Austria) can apply for these scholarships.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: Applicants must not have studied/pursued research/pursued academic work in Austria in the last six months before taking up the grant.

Test Requirement: No

English Language Requirements: Applicants from outside the home country will often need to meet specific English language/other language requirements in order to be able to study there.

Supporting Material: The following documents have to be uploaded for the online application:
-fully completed Online Application form “Application for a Scholarship of the Scholarship Foundation of the Republic of Austria” including a CV and a project plan, describing the plans and completed  preparatory work for the research stay in Austria
-two letters of recommendation from university lecturers. For these letters of recommendation no specific form is required; they have to contain the letterhead, date and signature of the person recommending the applicant and the stamp of the university / department and must be no older than six months at the time of application
-confirmation of supervision by a supervisor at the chosen Austrian university, university of applied sciences or research institution
-scanned passport (showing the name and picture of the applicant)
-university graduation certificate of diploma, master, PhD or doctoral studies at a university outside Austria resp. proof of enrollment at a study programme at a university outside Austria
-for descendants of forced labourers: processing number or photocopy of the letter of information or other relevant proofs.

How to Apply:  The mode of applying is online.

Online Application

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is March 1, 2016.

Scholarship Link

 

Heinrich Boll Scholarships in Germany for International Studentsh

Heinrich Boll Foundation
Masters/PhD Degree

Deadline: 3 Mar 2016 (Annual)
Study in:  Germany
Next course starts 2016

 

Brief description:The Heinrich Böll Foundation awards some scholarships to international students who gained their university entrance qualification from a school outside of Germany who wish to study a Masters or PhD Degree in Germany.

Host Institution(s): State or state-recognized Universities  in Germany

Field(s) of study: The scholarships are awarded for all subjects.

 

Target group: The scholarship program allots scholarships to international students.

Scholarship value/inclusions:

Masters Studies: €750 per month plus various individual allowances.

PhD Studies: €1000 per month plus €100 mobility allowance per month, plus various individual allowances.

Tuition fees are not funded for both Masters and PhD studies.

Eligibility:

International students on a MASTERS course in any subject who earned their university entrance qualification outside Germany (Bildungsausländer/innen) and are studying, or wish to study, in Germany at university of applied science (Fachhochschule) or university

• You may apply before beginning your Masters programme or at any time up to the end of the first semester of the Masters programme.

• Special focus regions are: central and eastern Europe, the EU’s neighbouring states and the CIS, the Middle East and North Africa (especially Syria, Egypt, Tunisia, Israel), transition and newly industrialised countries, and conflict regions worldwide.

• Applicants must have completed a first degree.

• Good or very good knowledge of German (at least B2 Level) is required; please supply documentary evidence. The selection workshops are generally held in German. If a scholarship is granted, intensive German courses may be funded.

International doctoral students in all subjects, who earned the university entrance qualification outside Germany, and who are pursuing, or wish to pursue, doctoral studies in Germany (Bildungsausländer/innen):

• At the time of application, the applicant must have been accepted as a doctoral student by a state-recognised German institution of higher education.

• Preference will be given to dissertation projects related to the working areas of the Heinrich Böll Foundation

Application instructions:

Applications are not yet open.  The online application portal will open on 20 January 2016 for Spring 2016.

For details of application requirements and procedures, please consult information sheet A 1-1(“scholarship application for undergraduate and graduate students”, PDF) or A 2-1 (“scholarship application for doctoral studies”). These give important information on the formalities of your application and on preconditions and criteria. The online application portal closes on 3 March 2016 at the latest.

It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for details on how to apply for this scholarship.

Website:

Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.boell.de/scholarships/scholarships.html

Up to 13 PhD Scholarships Giessen University, Germany

Giessen University’s International Graduate Centre for the Study of Culture (GCSC), co-funded by the German federal government’s Excellence Initiative, offers a three-year, structured PhD-programme in the study of culture. With its excellent research environment, a doctoral programme which is tailored to the needs of PhD students and the intensive personal support it provides, the Graduate Centre offers doctoral researchers optimum conditions for their PhD-projects and custom-made preparation for the time thereafter, both with regard to academic and non-academic careers.

The GCSC invites applications for one of the

up to 13 PhD scholarships

available, which are funded by the Excellence Initiative as well as Justus Liebig University Giessen.

The PhD scholarship period starts on October 1, 2016 and includes a monthly stipend of approximately €1,468 (plus family allowances when applicable). Scholarships are offered for one year with the possibility of two extensions, each of one year. The GCSC supports young researchers with families: appointees with children under the age of twelve are eligible for renewals of up to four years.

Acceptance of a scholarship requires participation in the study programme and wide-ranging events offered by the GCSC, as well as active involvement in at least one Research Area and one other GCSC/GGK research group. Doctoral members of the GCSC must register as PhD students at the Justus Liebig University. There are no tuition fees for doctoral students at the JLU, except for an enrolment fee of approximately €300 per semester. All scholarship holders are expected to assume residency in or near Giessen.

The GCSC expects scholarship holders to:

Pursue a dissertation project that contributes to the GCSC’s research profile* and can be supervised at the Justus Liebig University,
Actively participate in one of the GCSC’s research areas* by initiating, coordinating and documenting collaborative research projects, such as conferences or publications,
Participate in the GCSC’s curriculum.

The GCSC offers a research-intensive environment and comprehensive, multi-tier supervision at all stages of a dissertation project via, e.g. interdisciplinary research colloquia and professional support in preparing academic papers and conferences. The GCSC Teaching Centre offers systematic qualification in higher education teaching; opportunities to teach at the BA level are available.

Eligibility: We invite applications from students who graduated with excellent marks (from two-year research-track master’s programmes in one of the GCSC’s academic subjects* or the arts/humanities, cultural studies or social sciences no longer than two years ago as well as from students who expect to obtain a first or upper second class honours M.A. degree (or the equivalent).

The GCSC encourages applications which make a significant contribution to the study of culture in various historical contexts, including contemporary phenomena. An international research perspective, i.e. international study experience, is an advantage.

The GCSC’s working languages are German and English, and applicants must be fluent in at least one of them; knowledge of both is an advantage and should be acquired during the scholarship period.

The GCSC focuses its research within the following Research Areas*: Research Area 1: Cultural Memory Studies | Research Area 2: Cultural Narratologies | Research Area 3: Cultural Transformation and Performativity Studies | Research Area 4: Visual and Material Culture Studies | Research Area 5: Media and Multiliteracy Studies | Research Area 6: Cultural Identities | Research Area 7: Global Studies and Politics of Space | Research Area 8: Cultures of Knowledge, Research and Education.

In addition, the GCSC has established research groups organized around “emerging topics” that are expected to contribute to the research profile by establishing and strengthening links to neighbouring disciplines as well as to emerging topics in contemporary public discourse. Thus far, Emerging Topic Groups have been established on “Ecology”, “Migration” and “Religion”
Application procedure and deadline:

The main selection criteria are the candidates’ academic qualifications, the academic quality of the research proposal and the suitability of the project for the GCSC’s research programme. Short-listed candidates will be invited to a 30-minute interview.

The application deadline is February 2, 2016. All applications (including an application form and further documents as stated on the GCSC website) have to be submitted online. Please find all information about the two-stage application procedure on our website at http://gcsc.uni-giessen.de/application.

If you have any questions concerning your application, please contact us at gcsc-application@uni-giessen.de. On January 13, 2016, the GCSC will host an Information Day at the Graduate Centre for the Study of Culture (GCSC), Justus Liebig University Giessen, Alter Steinbacher Weg 38, 35394 Giessen. The Information Day gives potential applicants the opportunity to meet the faculty and students involved in the doctoral programme. You will also have a chance to obtain more information on the research areas and academic objectives of the GCSC; the wide range of interdisciplinary courses, colloquia and conferences; the research support on offer; international networks and partner institutions; as well as publishing and additional funding opportunities available to GCSC members. To register for the Information Day, please visit our website (starting December 1st).

*) See http://gcsc.uni-giessen.de and http://gcsc.uni-giessen.de/research for further information.

Vice Chancellor’s International Scholarship for Research Excellence at University of Nottingham

PhD Degree

Deadline: 11 March 2016 (annual)
Study in:  UK
Course starts Sept-Oct 2016

 

Brief description:The University of Nottingham offers scholarships for outstanding international students who wish to pursue a PhD or MPhil research programme at the University.

Host Institution(s): University of Nottingham, United Kingdom

Field of study: Full-time Research Degree Programme, PhD or MPhil, in any subject area*. Each faculty has research priority areas; please check with individual faculties regarding their areas of research.

*Engineering research students should apply for the Dean of Engineering Research Scholarship for International Excellence.

Number of Awards: 50

Target group: Students classified as ‘overseas’ for fee purposes

Scholarship value/inclusions: Full tuition fee.

Eligibility: Applicants must be classified as ‘overseas’ for fee purposes and already hold an offer to start a full-time research degree programme, PhD or MPhil, at Nottingham in September or October 2016, any subject area*

Application instructions:

You must receive an offer of study before applying for the scholarship. Application for admission to study at Nottingham must be received at least six weeks before the scholarship closing date to allow time for the Admissions office to process the application and confirm your offer, before you can apply for the scholarship.  The closing date for scholarships applications is11 March 2016.

It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Website:

Official Website: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/international-applicants/scholarships-fees-and-finance/scholarships/research-scholarships/research-overseas.aspx

PhD Scholarship for International Students at Charles III University of Madrid in Spain

The Charles III University of Madrid is offering PhD Scholarship for qualified candidates in the field of accounting, finance, management or marketing. Up to 15 scholarships are available for the duration of 2 years and it can be extended for another 3 years (for the PhD). Students will receive master’s tuition/registration fees and a monthly stipend of between 800 and 900 euros per month. The application deadline is April 30th 2016.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded in the field of Accounting, Finance, Management or Marketing.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing PhD programme at the Universidad Carlos III, Madrid.
Scholarship Provider: Department of Business, Universidad Carlos III, Madrid
Scholarship can be taken at: Spain

Eligibility: Students admitted to the Master in Business and Quantitative Methods (future Master in Business and Finance)

Scholarship Open for International Students: International students can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description: Universidad Carlos III, Madrid offers full support (tuition plus a stipend) to qualified candidates in PhD program. Students need to apply for admission at the Master in Business and Quantitative Methods (future Master in Businesss and Finance). Admitted candidates will be offered full financial support. Students will receive master’s tuition/registration fees and a monthly stipend of between 800 and 900 euros per month.

Number of award(s): There are 15 scholarships available for students.

Duration of award(s): Scholarships are awarded for the duration of 2 years, which can be extended another 3 years (for the PhD)

What does it cover? Scholarship includes tuition and a monthly stipend.

Selection Criteria: Scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit (CV, university and degree scores, interview).

Notification: Students will be informed by email to arrange interview.

How to Apply: Applications should be submitted through web submission procession.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is April 30, 2016.

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

2016-2017 Scholarships for Students at Graduate Institute in Geneva

Deadline: 15 January 2016
open to: students from around the world
Scholarship: full cost-of-living scholarship, a partial scholarship and/or a tuition fee reduction

Description

The Graduate Institute Geneva in Switzerland is the oldest establishment in the world entirely devoted to preparing students for an international career, including jobs in universities. The Institute offers disciplinary and interdisciplinary study programs for PhD, Master and dual-master degree. This represents one of its unique selling points as the field of international studies is rarely approached in such a broad and comprehensive manner.

Eligibility

Any student from around the world can apply.

Scholarship

The Graduate Institute aims to support students with demonstrated financial need by providing financial assistance, which may take the form of a full cost-of-living scholarship, a partial scholarship and/or a tuition fee reduction. Read more about tuition fees and financial aid HERE.

How to apply?

• Complete the online application form;
• Pay the CHF 100 application fee. (You will find the payment link and instructions on the online application form.);
• Provide contact details for two academic referees;
• Upload all your supporting documents (see Application Checklist) before the deadlines. All your documents will need to be uploaded onto the online application form; please do not send them by e-mail or regular mail;
• Validate your application by clicking on “Submit”.

For more information, please check the official web-page.

Pontica Magna Fellowship Program at New Europe College in Bucharest, Romania, 2016-2017

Deadline: 7 December 2015
Open to: applicants from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, Russia, Ukraine (other post-soviet countries may also be considered).
Scholarship: a monthly stipend of 750 € plus accommodation and travel expenses

Description

New Europe College, an institute for advanced study in the humanities and social sciences in Bucharest, Romania is offering through competition Fellowships in a newly launched program – Pontica Magna. This program targets young researchers, media professionals, writers and artists from the countries around the Black Sea, but also beyond it (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, Russia, Ukraine). Candidates are welcome to apply with projects on topics of their choice, for in-residence fellowships of one or two terms at the NEC.

NEC makes the best of its location to provide an attractive meeting and working place for scholars from East and West, from North and South, from the countries of the EU and outside it, who wish to pursue a meaningful project of their own while also meeting with peers from other disciplines. It supports its fellows by providing excellent conditions for their work and by establishing a strong and productive network among academics and intellectuals in the country and beyond. The institute has acquired a unique position in the region and has established itself as a research center of international reputation.

Candidates can apply for one academic year (10 months, starting with October 2016), or one term (5 months, starting with October 2016 or with March 2017). Once chosen, Fellows are expected to take part in the weekly seminars at the institute together with all the other Romanian and international scholars present at NEC, and in other scientific events organized by the institute. Fellows have the opportunity to benefit from NEC’s widespread international research network and its high-quality guest lecturers program. The institute’s working languages are English, French, and German; a good command of English is required. Fellows are assisted in all practical matters concerning travel, residence, and research in Bucharest. Toward the end of their stay, they are required to document the outcomes of their work in a scholarly paper (in English, French, or German), or a different output, in accordance with their profile.

Eligibility

Pontica Magna Fellowships are earmarked for applicants from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, Russia, Ukraine (other post-soviet countries may also be considered). Candidates must be doctoral students at an advanced stage of their research, or hold a PhD title. Journalists, media professionals, writers and artists are also eligible; a PhD is not compulsory in such cases, but it is a plus. In its absence, a CV presenting their achievements so far in their chosen activity will be taken into account (see the guidelines for details). Preference is given to candidates below the age of 40.

Scholarship

Fellows are granted a monthly stipend of 750 € plus accommodation and travel expenses. In addition to their residence period in Bucharest, they are offered a one-month research trip abroad to an insti-tution of their choice.

The Pontica Magna Program is carried out in cooperation with Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin and is sponsored by the VolkswagenStiftung(Hannover, Germany).

How to apply?

Applications have to be submitted following the guidelines and using the form available here:

Application_Form_PONTICA_MAGNA_2016-17.doc
Application_Guidelines_PONTICA_MAGNA_2016-17.doc
Call_For_Applications_PONTICA_MAGNA_2016-17.doc

Applications will be submitted in electronic format only, to the address:  applications@nec.ro

Candidates are asked to enter in the Subject field of their e-mail message “Pontica Magna Fellowship”.

Deadline: December 7, 2015

We will acknowledge the receipt of an application and confirm that the application requirements have been met within 10 days after the deadline.

New Europe College, Str. Plantelor 21, 023971 Bucharest, Romania; tel. 0041 – 21 – 307 99 10 (responsible for the admission procedure: Constantin Ardeleanu)

1. Pontica Magna Coordinator at NEC: Dr. Constantin Ardeleanu ( cardeleanu@nec.ro)
2. German Partner at Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin: Dr. Katharina Biegger ( biegger@wiko-berlin.de)

The official web-page.

Visby Programme Scholarships for PhD and Postdoctoral Research Studies in Sweden, 2016-2017

Deadline: 16 January 2016
Open to: candidates from Belarus, Estonia, Georgia, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Poland, Russia and Ukraine
Scholarship: SEK 15,000 per month for PhD students and SEK 18,000 per month for postdoctoral researchers and senior scientists

Description

The Swedish Institute (SI) Baltic Sea Region Cooperation now has the pleasure to announce four upcoming scholarship calls for the academic year 2016/2017 within theSI Visby Programme.

New for this year is the opportunity for Swedish-speaking students and teachers to study one or two semesters at a Swedish university, in Swedish language.

The aim of the Visby Programme is to build an integrated, knowledge-based and research-intense region, centred on the Baltic Sea, but also bridging to the Eastern Partnership countries and the Russian Federation.

Eligibility

The programme is open to candidates from Belarus, Estonia, Georgia, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Poland, Russia and Ukraine.

The programme provides PhD students and postdoctoral researchers with an opportunity to conduct research at Swedish universities within all fields of study.

Candidates belonging to any of the following categories may apply:

• PhD student, applying for a part of his/her ongoing PhD studies to be carried out in Sweden (12 months maximum).
• Postdoctoral researcher, with priority given to holders of a PhD degree from 2011 or later (12 months maximum).
• Senior scientist-holders of a PhD degree obtained before 2011 (6 months maximum).

Scholarship

The scholarship is designed to cover living costs for the scholarship holder. The scholarship is free of tax and amounts to SEK 15,000 per month for PhD students and SEK 18,000 per month for postdoctoral researchers and senior scientists. The scholarship cannot be prolonged or extended. Scholarship holders are insured by the Swedish State Group Insurance against illness and accident during the scholarship period. SI Network for Future Global Leaders-All Swedish Institute scholarship holders are invited to become members of the SI Network for Future Global Leaders (NFGL), a network that offers unique opportunities during and after the stay in Sweden. Together with other talented people from all around the world, the scholarship holder is able to take part in a variety of events, exchange ideas and create networks that benefit both to career and personal development.

Application

The application should be submitted online using the Swedish Institute application portal. Complete all the mandatory fields and attach all required documents. Only submit the application once and wait until you receive a confirmation email with your reference number. The reference number should be used whenever contacting SI with inquiries in regard to the scholarship application. If you cannot find the confirmation email in your inbox, first make sure to check your spam filter before contacting SI.

In order to apply, register HERE.

The application deadline is 16 January 2016.

For further questions:
Markus Boman, Programme manager, markus.boman@si.se,
Madeleine Mattsson, Programme administrator, madeleine.mattsson@si.se

The official web-page.

Eiffel Scholarships in France for International Students-Master PhD

Deadline: before 8 Jan 2016 (annual)
Study in:  France
Course starts: 2016-2017

Brief description:

The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Programme was established by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Development to enable French higher education establishments to attract top foreign students to enrol in their master’s and PhD courses.

The scholarship programme funds master’s courses lasting between 12 and 36 months and offers funding for PhD students to spend ten months in France through joint supervision or dual enrolment.

Host Institution(s):

French Universities and Academic Institutions

Field(s) of study:

Eiffel scholarships are available in three main fields: engineering science at master’s level (science in the broadest sense at PhD level) , economics and management and law & political sciences.

Target group:

International students

Scholarship value/inclusions:

For Master’s level studies, the Eiffel scholarship includes a monthly allowance of €1,181 (a maintenance allowance of €1,031 and a monthly stipend of €150).  For PhD level studies, the Eiffel scholarship includes a monthly allowance of €1,400.

In addition, the programme meets various expenses including international return trip, social security cover, and cultural activities. Scholarship holders may also receive an additional housing allowance, under certain conditions.

Tuition fees are not covered by the Eiffel Programme.

Eligibility:

Nationality: This programme is reserved for candidates of non-French nationality. Candidates with two nationalities, one of which is French, are not eligible.

Age: For master’s courses, candidates must be no older than 30 on the date of the selection committee meeting; at PhD level, candidates must be no older than 35 on the date of the selection committee meeting.

Origin of applications: Only applications submitted by French educational establishments are accepted. These establishments undertake to enrol scholarship holders on the course for which they have been selected. Applications submitted by any other means shall not be considered. Furthermore, any candidate nominated by more than one establishment shall be disqualified.

Courses of study: Scholarships are for students wishing to enrol on a master’s course, including at an engineering school, and for PhD students. The Eiffel Programme does not apply to French-run master’s courses abroad, as non-PhD scholarship holders must complete at least 75% of their course in France. It does not apply to training under an apprenticeship contract or a professional training contract either.

Combination with other scholarships: Foreign students who, at the time of application, have already been awarded a French government scholarship under another programme are not eligible, even if the scholarship in question does not include social security cover.

For Eiffel PhD Scholarship: Establishments may nominate a candidate who was previously awarded an Eiffel scholarship at master’s level for a scholarship at PhD level. Candidates who have already been awarded an Eiffel scholarship once during their PhD cannot be awarded it for a second time. No application will be accepted for any student who applied previously but was rejected, even if the application is submitted by a different establishment or in another field of study.

For Eiffel Master Scholarship:  No application will be accepted for any student who applied previously but was rejected, even if the application is submitted by a different establishment or in another field of study. Students who have already been awarded an Eiffel scholarship at master’s level are not eligible to re-apply at master’s level.

Language level: When pre-selecting non-French-speaking candidates, establishments must make sure that their language skills meet the requirements of the relevant course of study.

Application instructions:

Applications are not accepted from students directly. Applications for EIFFEL scholarships are submitted by French Higher Education Institutions. You must apply and meet the requirements of the French Higher Education Institution in order to be considered for the scholarship.  The deadline for applications to Campus France is 8 January 2016. Application deadline to participating French Institutions is earlier and falls around November-December 2015.

It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the online application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Website:

Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.campusfrance.org/en/eiffel