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Application Deadline: November 30, 2009

Yonsei University. KT&G Fellowship at GSIS, for Turkish, Iranian, Russian, Kazakhstani, Indonesian, Yonsei 2010

The KT&G Foundation offers scholarships to the Turkish, Iranian, Russian, Kazakhstani, Indonesian students who seek a master’s degree at the Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS) of Yonsei University:

Eligibility and Conditions
1. Degree: A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent degree.
2. Age : No limit
3. Health: Applicants must be in both sound physical and mental health.
4. English Language Proficiency: Applicants must possess strong English language proficiency (Recommended score of TOEFL CBT 237 (IBT 93/PBT 580), IELTS 6.5 or above).
5. Arrival in Korea: Scholarship recipients must arrive in Korea by February 23, 2010 and must attend the new student orientation program on February 24, 2010 at Yonsei GSIS.
6. Application Period: All necessary documents must be submitted to the Yonsei GSIS office between September 1, 2009 ~ November 30, 2009. All original documents should arrive at the GSIS office by this date.

Application address:
Yun Jeong Choi
Graduate School of International Studies
Yonsei University
New Millennium Hall 510
134 Sinchon-dong Seodaemun-gu, Seoul 120-749
Republic of Korea
http://gsis. yonsei.ac. kr

Terms of Fellowship
The scholarship covers a maximum of 24 months (2 years), from March 2010 to February 2012. Students must maintain a GPA of at least 3.0/ 4.3 every semester to maintain fellowship eligibility.

Scholarship Details
1. Tuition fee: The KT&G Foundation will provide tuition fee for Spring 2010 through Fall 2011 (up to 4 semesters).
2. Stipend: The KT&G Foundation will provide a monthly stipend of KRW 1,000,000(= USD 892) for up to 24 months.

Obligations
1. Participation in a field trip, a roundtable conference prepared by the Foundation
2. Participation in events and activities upon request from the school or the foundation
3. Submission of a report on your life in Korea two months prior to your graduation and a copy of your Master’s thesis
4. KT&G Fellowship recipients must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.3 scale in order to retain their scholarship. If they fail in this requirement at any time, their scholarship will be cancelled and they will be ineligible to receive it again in further semesters.
5. If a KT&G Fellowship recipient decides to withdraw from their program of study they must pay the KT&G Foundation the full amount of the scholarship received up to the time of withdrawal.

Required Documents
1. For all documents concerning admission, please refer to the GSIS website: http://gsis. yonsei.ac. kr.
2. KT&G Fellowship at Yonsei GSIS Application Form
3. A Letter of Recommendation from the Dean or an equivalent official at the student’s institution with an approved signature of the Rector/President of the Home Institution

JM and ICM Roderick Postgraduate Scholarship

Scholarship Description
The School of Civil Engineering at The University of Sydney offers a scholarship for a highly qualified student to undertake full-time research leading to a PhD in Environmental Fluid Mechanics. This research project is aimed to investigate the dynamics of biomineral suspended particle matter (SPM) in turbulently-stirred waters, with a particular focus on the interaction between microparticles made of cohesive mineral and micro-organisms in nutrient-controlled conditions.

The PhD candidate is expected to have a strong background in fluid mechanics, physics or mathematics, and be interested in multidisciplinary approaches involving hydrology, biogeochemistry, and nutrient cycling. This opportunity is for commencement in 2010 Semester 1. Both local and international students are welcome to apply, and international student tuition fees will be covered as part of this scholarship. Applicants must also apply for University-wide scholarships where eligible.

Reference Number: 4511
Study Subject: Civil Engineering- Environmental Fluid Mechanics
Web Address: http://agile2.ucc.usyd.edu.au/ro/opportunities/scholarships/156
Provided By: The University of Sydney
To be undertaken at: The University of Sydney.

Level: Post Graduate
Availability
This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications until December 31, 2009.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD22500 (per annum). This award is to be used for living expenses. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of up to 3 and a half years.
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: Civil engineering, ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY or Environmental engineering.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia for those who have achieved Masters or equivalent.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must consult the scholarship web site. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.

Main Contact
Dr Federico Maggi
Phone: +61 (0)2 9351 2115
Fax: +61 (0)2 9351 3343
Email: F.Maggi@usyd.edu.au
Web Site: http://www.civil.usyd.edu.au/people/maggi.shtml
Address:
School of Civil Engineering J05
University of Sydney
NSW, Australia
2006

The Endeavour Postgraduate Awards provide financial support for international students for up to 3 years to undertake a postgraduate qualification at a Masters or PhD level either by coursework or research in any field of study in Australia.

The Endeavour Postgraduate Awards aim to:

* enable high achieving international students to undertake a postgraduate qualification either by coursework or research in their chosen field of study in Australia

* strengthen bilateral ties between Australia and the participating countries

* showcase Australia’s education sector

* strengthen mutual understanding between the people of Australia and Award Holders’ home countries

* build international linkages and networks.

For detailed information on eligibility requirements, Award values, list of participating countries and other important information please see the Applicant Guidelines.

You should download these Guidelines and ensure you read and understand them before starting your application.

Once you have read the Guidelines and are ready to start your application please go to Apply Now.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).

The International Peace Research Institute, Oslo and The Australian National University’s Department of International Relations, in partnership with Bjørknes College, are offering a scholarship for Master of International Affairs Specialising in Peace and Conflict.
The program brings together academics at the forefront of international relations, peace, and conflict research from two sides of the globe. Students spend one semester at Bjørknes College in Norway with faculty from the International Peace Research Institute, Oslo (PRIO) pursuing courses in Conflict Resolution and Peace-Building, Ethics of Peace and War, and Gender and War. The international relations courses are taken at ANU in Canberra. Participants have full access to the specialist libraries of the Nobel Institute and PRIO.
The Oslo Peace Scholarship pays the tuition fee and provides a living allowance for both Oslo and Canberra. Full details available here.
Closing date for receipt of complete application for scholarship is 30 April 2010 for applications to start in August 2010 and 29 April 2011 for applications to start in August 2011.

Admissions Requirements
MA (International Relations) (MAIR) and Master of International Affairs (MIA)

Applicants for the MAIR and MIA should normally have obtained at least second class honours, division A, in their Australian bachelor degree, or the equivalent in a degree from other countries. The degree should normally be in any discipline of the social sciences or the humanities. ‘Equivalence’ may be met by a very good four-year bachelor degree, a very good graduate diploma, or a very good three-year bachelor degree and substantial relevant work experience demonstrating a capacity for analysis and research. As a guide, ‘very good’ normally refers to an A/B+ average and above, or distinction average and above.
Graduate Diploma in International Affairs (GDIA)

Applicants for the GDIA require a ‘very good’ bachelor degree. Although a degree in the social sciences would be an advantage, degrees in other areas will be considered.
English Language Requirements

International applicants should note that the University requires evidence of an adequate standard of English. Applicants may be deemed to have satisfied the English language requirements if they can provide evidence that they meet one or more of the following criteria:

1. Citizenship Status
Citizens of the following countries* are not required to provide evidence of English language proficiency where their previous secondary and/or tertiary study was conducted in English in the national education system and/or at a recognised, local university in their home country:

* Australia
* Canada (excluding Quebec)
* Fiji
* Ireland
* Kenya
* New Zealand
* Papua New Guinea
* Singapore
* Solomon Islands
* South Africa
* United Kingdom (including Northern Ireland)
* United States of America
* Samoa
* Zambia

* These countries are from the list determined by the ANU Admissions Standards Committee.

2. Prior Study
Applicants who have successfully completed two full-time years of study or equivalent at a University or other post-secondary educational institution, where the sole language of instruction and assessment was English, may not be required to undertake a language test, if they can provide a statement or certificate, issued by the Registrar’s Office (or equivalent) of that institution confirming this.The statement or certificate must be on headed paper, and must be an original. Information included must be: Student Name, Degree Name and statement that the degree program was solely conducted and examined in English.

For the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), contact any IDP Education Australia office or your nearest British Council office; for The American Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), contact: CN6151, Princeton NJ 08541-6151 USA [The ANU institution code is #0506.]

For more information on ANU’s English Language Requirements:
Apply Online
Go to the http://students.anu.edu.au/apply_online.asp website and enter your application. Please note that is possible to begin your application and then log in again later to complete it.
Deadlines
First Semester 2010 Admission
Domestic Students
29 Jan 2010
International Students
11 Dec 2009