2013 Business School International Undergraduate Scholarships in UK

University of Hull and the Business School offers scholarships for pursuing undergraduate degree level at University of Hull in UK. International students can apply for this scholarship. There are fifteen scholarships available, each paying £2,000 based on academic excellence. Before applying for this scholarship, students must have applied and received an offer for either year 1 or year 2 entry into a Business School Bachelors degree. Applications must reach by July 15, 2013 for entry in September 2013.
Study Subject(s): Students must have applied and received an offer for either year 1 or year 2 entry into a Business School Bachelors degree.
Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing undergraduate degree level.
Scholarship Provider: University of Hull and the Business School
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: -Applicants who-are considered as international students for tuition fee purposes
-Have applied and received an offer for either year 1 or year 2 entry into a Business School Bachelors degree before applying for this scholarship
-Are able to commence their studies in September 2013.
Scholarship Open for International Students: International students can apply for this scholarship (who-are considered as international students for tuition fee purposes).
Scholarship Description: The University of Hull and the Business School offer financial support to students through a range of bursaries and scholarships. Business School International undergraduate scholarship is one of them that is offered to students who are considered international for tuition fee purposes. When the applicant  apply to Student Finance England there is a box on the form which asks whether the students are happy for his/her information to be shared: by sharing the information the student will automatically be considered for the University of Hull Scholarship or Bursary. The fee for the undergraduate programme is £ 11,760 and these scholarships will be deducted from their tuition fee at registration. Applicants for all of the above scholarships must submit the following:
-this completed application form, which must include their UCAS code or admissions application code
-copy of Hull University international application form if not applied through UCAS
-copies of all final grades educational transcripts
-one academic reference
-proof of English language proficiency (where applicable)
-an essay of no more than 500 words on why the applicant wish to study at Hull University Business School on the undergraduate degree programme for which he/she have applied and focusing on the academic achievements, any positions of responsibility he/she have held or any recognition the student have received for excellent performance at the previous institution
–why he/she should be considered for a scholarship.
Number of award(s): There are fifteen scholarships available.
Duration of award(s): Not Known
What does it cover? -There are fifteen scholarships available, each paying £2,000 based on academic excellence.
-If successful this scholarship is in addition to the £1000 bursary.
Other Benefits: Not Known
Selection criteria: Selection will be based on academic excellence.
Notification: Successful applicants will be notified by 30th July 2013 and the scholarship will be offset against their tuition fee at registration.
How to Apply: The mode of applying is by post or email.
Scholarship Application Deadline: Applications must reach before the deadline of 15th July 2013 for entry in September 2013.
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2013 PhD Studentships in Government and Political Theory at University of Leicester in UK

Department of Politics and International Relations offers two fully funded PhD Studentships in Government and Political Theory at the University of Leicester. The studentships will pay UK/EU tuition fees for three years and include an annual stipend (worth at least £13,590 each year) and research training support grant (worth £750 each year). Applicants applying for the studentship must have a first-class or high upper second-class honors degree in a relevant discipline. Closing date for the applications is 31st May 2013
Study Subject(s): Studentships are offered to study Government and Political Theory.
Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing PhD degree.
Scholarship Provider: Department of Politics and International Relations
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: Applicants must have a first-class or high upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline and meet the University’s standard English language entry requirements. It is expected that applicants will have a relevant Masters degree or be able to show evidence that they will achieve this before October 2013.
-These studentships are only available to applicants who are eligible to pay the UK/EU tuition fee – i.e., those who are permanently resident in the UK or another EU country.
Scholarship Open for International Students: UK/EU students can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: The Department of Politics and International Relations is pleased to offer two fully-funded studentships for October 2013 entry to its Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme. The studentships are open to applicants wishing to pursue doctoral research in the fields of Government or Political Theory. The successful applicants will join one of our research clusters – either in Parties, Participation, and Public Opinion or Global Ethics and Political Theory. Applications from a wide range of research areas are welcomed, including Euroscepticism, comparative politics, and electoral politics (Government) and citizenship, rights, and justice (Political Theory).
Number of award(s): 2  PhD studentships are offered.
Duration of Awards: The studentships will pay UK/EU tuition fees for three years.
What does it Cover? The studentships will pay UK/EU tuition fees for three years and include an annual stipend (worth at least £13,590 each year) and Research Training Support Grant (worth £750 each year).
How to Apply: Applications are to be submitted online or by post.
Scholarship Application Deadline: Deadline for applications is 31st May 2013.
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2013 PhD Studentship in Medical Humanities at the University of Leicester in UK

The Centre for Medical Humanities is offering fee-waiver studentship for October 2013 entry to its Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme. The studentship is available for UK/EU applicants who wish to pursue PhD in any area of medical history or the wider medical humanities. The studentship will pay full-time University UK/EU tuition fees for three years. Applicants applying for the studentship must have a first-class or high upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in the relevant discipline and meet the University’s standard English language entry requirements. Students must apply till 8th March 2013.
Study Subject(s): Studentship is offered to study in any area of medical history or the wider medical humanities.
Course Level: This studentship is available for pursuing PhD degree level.
Scholarship Provider: Centre for Medical Humanities
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: Applicants must have a first-class or high upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline and meet the University’s Standard English language entry requirements. It is expected that applicants will have a relevant Masters degree with merit or distinction or be able to show evidence that they will achieve this before October 2013.
This studentship is only available to new applicants who are eligible to pay the UK/EU tuition fee – i.e., those who are permanently resident in the UK or another EU country.
Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of UK/EU can apply for this studentship.
Scholarship Description: The studentship is open to applicants wishing to pursue doctoral research in any area of medical history or the wider medical humanities. However, preference may be given to applicants expressing interest in one of the six core interdisciplinary themes which will structure the activities of the Centre over the next five years: Miracle Cures, 1450-2018, Eating Yourself Well, Blood, Degeneration and Decay, Boundaries of Life and Death, Repair and Re-Use (of the Body and Body Parts). They welcome applications from applicants wishing to follow the standard PhD submission route (i.e., a written thesis) as well as applicants whose research proposal would lend itself to a practice-based route (i.e., submission comprising both a written thesis and a created artefact). The practice-based route facilitates the communication of research in new forms such as audio-visual productions. Both the written and practical components of the thesis should form a coherent whole that demonstrates original research and contains material that is deemed worthy of publication/public exhibition. Applicants interested in following this route are encouraged to contact the Centre to discuss the proposed format of their thesis.
Number of award(s): Not known
Duration of Awards: Studentship is offered for three years.
What does it cover? The studentship will pay full-time University UK/EU tuition fees.
How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 8th March 2013.
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2013 University of Kent 50th Anniversary Scholarships for UK/EU and International Students in UK

School of History announces 4 doctoral scholarships. The scholarship is available for UK/EU and international students. The scholarships covers tuition fees (at the home/EU rate) as well as a maintenance bursary. It is offered for one year in the first instance, renewable for a maximum of three years subject to satisfactory academic performance. The deadline for the scholarship is 31st January 2013. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a panel-led interview in February 2013.
Study Subject(s): Scholarship is offered for programme in the School of history.
Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing PhD degree level.
Scholarship Provider: School of History, University of Kent
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: The scholarship competition is open to all doctoral research applicants who have applied for or are applying to the School of History for entry in the academic year starting September 2013. The scholarship is available to UK, EU and overseas students and will cover tuition fees (at the home/EU rate). Candidates must hold a master’s degree (merit or distinction) in a relevant subject.
Scholarship Open for International Students: The UK/EU and overseas students can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: The School of History is pleased to offer four 50th Anniversary Scholarships for 2013 entry. The scholarship is available to UK, EU and overseas students and will cover tuition fees (at the home/EU rate) as well as a maintenance bursary. It is offered for one year in the first instance, renewable for a maximum of three years subject to satisfactory academic performance. It is expected that during the second and third years of the scholarship, recipients will undertake about four hours teaching per week as Graduate Teaching Assistants. Existing University of Kent School of History doctoral research students may also apply for these scholarships.
Number of award(s): 4 Scholarships are offered.
Duration of award(s): It is offered for one year in the first instance, renewable for a maximum of three years subject to satisfactory academic performance.
What does it cover? Scholarship will cover tuition fees (at the home/EU rate) as well as a maintenance bursary.
Notification: Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a panel-led interview in February 2013.
How to Apply: Application is to be sent by post or by email.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31st January 2013.
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2013 SYLFF Fellowship for Postgraduate Students at University of Sussex in UK

Tokyo Foundation offers SYLFF Fellowship for graduate students to pursue postgraduate masters degree level at University of Sussex in UK. Fellowships are provided for students having high potential for future leadership in international affairs. Fellowship is for the nationals and residents of Albania, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Macedonia, Moldova, Russia (Russian Federation), Serbia and Montenegro, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Kingdom and Uzbekistan. The application deadline is 31st March 2013.
Study Subject(s): Fellowship is for students applying in one of these masters degree programmes: Anthropology of Development & Social Transformation, Anthropology, Contemporary European Studies, Development Economics, Environment, Development & Policy, Gender and Development, Gender Studies, Global Political Economy, Human Rights, International Criminal Law, International Economics, International Relations, Science and Technology Policy and Technology & Innovation Management.
Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing postgraduate masters degree level.
Scholarship Provider: Tokyo Foundation
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: -UK, Europe (Non-UK), International (Non-UK/EU) Students can apply.
-Students are eligible to be considered for a SYLFF Fellowship if they are national of and resident of Albania, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Macedonia, Moldova, Russia (Russian Federation), Serbia and Montenegro, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Kingdom and Uzbekistan.
Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of Albania, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Macedonia, Moldova, Russia (Russian Federation), Serbia and Montenegro, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Kingdom and Uzbekistan can apply for this fellowship.
Scholarship Description: Under a trust funded by the Tokyo Foundation, two fellowships at the University of Sussex are being offered with the objective of educating two graduate students who have high potential for future leadership in international affairs. Two fellowships are offered and the award amount is tuition fees. The application deadline is 31st March 2013.
Number of award(s): There are two Fellowships offered. One Fellowship is for Home / EU students and the other for International students.
Duration of award(s): Not Known
What does it cover? Total offer is for Tuition fees.
Selection criteria: Not Known
Notification: Both the successful and non successful applicants will be informed by email of the outcome of their application by 10th June 2013.
How to Apply: The mode of applying is by post or by email.
Note: Please note that students must also have submitted their Postgraduate Application Form to the Postgraduate Admissions Team.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31st March 2013.
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2013 Courage in Journalism Awards for International Women Journalists in USA

The International Women’s Media Foundation offers Courage in Journalism Awards for women journalists in USA . Candidates should be full-time, part-time or freelance women working in print, broadcast or online media in any country. Nominations may be submitted in English, French, Spanish or Russian. Complete applications should be sent online before March 1, 2013.
Study Subject(s): The IWMF’s mission is to strengthen the role of women in the news media worldwide as means to further freedom of the press.
Course Level: Candidates for the Courage in Journalism Awards can be full-time, part-time or freelance women reporters, writers, editors, photographers or producers.
Scholarship Provider: IWMF
Scholarship can be taken at: USA
Eligibility: -Candidates must currently be full-time, part-time or freelance women journalists working in print, broadcast or online media in any country.
-Candidates employed by organizations whose main objective is not journalism will not be considered for this award.
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: The International journalists can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: It takes courage to report the news in many parts of the world. Each year, the International Women’s Media Foundation honors that courage and promotes the importance of a free press with its Courage in Journalism Awards, the only international awards that recognize the bravery of women journalists. Created in 1990, the IWMF’s Courage in Journalism Awards honor the courage of international women journalists who show extraordinary strength of character and integrity while reporting the news under difficult and dangerous circumstances. The Courage Awards highlight the importance of freedom of the press and the bravery required in many parts of the world to report the news. Recipients of the Courage in Journalism Awards risk their lives to report the news. Braving political pressure, war, violence and often threats to their families and themselves, they unearth corruption and human rights abuses and give voice to the victims of war and other atrocities.The Courage in Journalism Awards help to turn a spotlight on the work of brave, uncompromising journalists. They also help turn a harsh light on the countries and conflicts in which those journalists work. In calling attention to both the world’s conflicts and the women who cover them.
Number of awards offered: Awards ceremonies for the Courage in Journalism Awards are held in October, when some 1,000 IWMF supporters gather in New York, Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., to honor three Courage Award winners and one Lifetime Achievement Award winner.
Duration of award(s): The award is given each year.
What does it cover? IWMF offers a mantle of protection to the awardees and encourages all journalists working in difficult and challenging circumstances. The IWMF is not a funding organization and does not give grants
Selection Criteria: Applications are selected on the basis of:
-Commitment to journalism as a profession and dedication to the highest standards of truth in reporting.
-Ability to show a consistent, continuing body of work.
Notification: Not Known
How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The complete nomination must be submitted on or before March 1, 2013.
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2013 Call for Applications: SICRISA Fellowships for Researchers in South Asia

Applications are invited for a two year SICRISA (Support to Improve Climate Research and Information Services in South Asia) project which is funded by the UK Department for International Development. This project is available for the researchers from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Nepal or Pakistan who are working on any aspect of climate change research. 20 fellowships are available and 15 participants will be selected for each of two writing workshops which will be held in April-May 2013 in Delhi and Dhaka. Interested applicants can apply either for a residential workshop or a fellowship but not for both.
Study Subject(s): Applications are open to researchers who are working on any aspect of climate change research.
Course Level: This fellowship is available for pursuing research program.
Scholarship Provider: UK Department for International Development.
Scholarship can be taken at: South Asia (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Nepal or Pakistan), writing workshops will take place in India(Delhi) and Bangladesh(Dhaka).
Eligibility: Applicants must -be a citizen of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Nepal or Pakistan and be resident in one of those countries.
-be working on climate change, preferably in relation to the South Asia region (which may extend beyond the four focus countries to other parts of South Asia), or, if appropriate, doing work on climate change beyond the region;
-be involved in a project on climate change that will produce a draft paper that can potentially be submitted for publication during the research leave enabled by the Fellowship.
-have excellent English in order to benefit from the fellowship or writing workshop, and to have an enhanced chance of success in publishing in an English-language journal.
-be committed to working with a mentor before, during and after the Fellowship, to complete the paper, and see it through the publications process.
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: The students of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Nepal or Pakistan can apply for this fellowship.
Scholarship Description: Climate change researchers from South Asia (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Pakistan) are invited to apply to participate in a new fellowship programme or a residential writing workshop to be held in South Asia in 2013. Through fellowships and residential writing workshops, South Asian scientists (including social scientists) will be trained and supported to: -Publish in peer reviewed journals, -Write for different types of publication aimed at a range of audiences, -Increase their influence on policy, -Raise the profile of their research through the media.
The project is managed by a group of four institutions, all with considerable experience of capacity-building activities (including running writing workshops and supporting and mentoring authors for various types of publications), producing and editing special issues of journals on climate related issues, and working with scientists and the media to improve communication and understanding. These are Institute of Development Studies (IDS), UK (lead partner), The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), India, Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI), Sweden, International Centre for Climate Change and Development (ICCCAD), Bangladesh
Number of award(s): 20 fellowships are available, and 15 participants will be selected for each of two writing workshops.
Selection Criteria: Preference will be given to applicants who score well on the relevant criteria:
-have a research activity that can be considered for support to produce a publication during the period of the Fellowship. The quality of the research and proposed paper will be the main criteria for successful application.
-are in early or mid-career. Those in more senior positions may apply if they can demonstrate that it would significantly increase their contribution to science through peer review publication;
-have already demonstrated capacity to publish by having appeared in a non-international journal, working paper or other format;
- (where relevant) have recently completed a doctoral thesis from which a publication is a significant possibility
How to Apply: Applicants should apply by downloading the Application Form for fellowships(Word doc) or Application Form for writing workshops (Word doc) and submit it by email to sicrisa@ids.ac.uk. Applications must be in Word or similar format and must not be converted to PDF.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for  fellowship applications is 15th February 2013. Deadline for applications for the residential workshops is 31st January 2013.
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