Leiden Observatory, in close collaboration with the Netherlands Institute for Radio Astronomy (ASTRON), invites applications for a graduate student position in observational radio astronomy. The successful applicant will work on Galactic interstellar medium and magnetic field studies with dr. Marijke Haverkorn (Leiden/ASTRON), in collaboration with dr. Peter Katgert (Leiden) and prof.dr. Ger de Bruyn (ASTRON/Kapteyn). He or she will make frequent visits to ASTRON to collaborate with ASTRON astronomers and engineers and work with the new and innovative low-frequency radio telescope LOFAR, which is being commissioned at ASTRON at the moment. The PhD research will entail observational studies of the Galactic magnetic field and its interaction with the interstellar medium, using various telescopes. In particular, the student is expected to gain in-depth knowledge of the LOFAR telescope in order to obtain the science goals, and play a role in its commissioning. He or she will be part of the

MSc Scholarships in Geospatial Technologies and Geoinformatics, University of Muenster, Germany Call for applications - scholarships for MSc in Geospatial Technologies and MSc in Geoinformatics (specific countries) With the support of the North-Rhine-Westphalian Ministry for Innovation, Science, Research and Technology (MIWFT), the Institute for Geoinformatics offers Five scholarships for the MSc program in Geoinformatics (4 semesters, start October 1, 2009) Two partial scholarships for the MSc program in Geospatial Technologies (3 semesters, start September 4, 2009) for nationals of the following countries: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, China (P.R.), Costa Rica, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, Uruguay. The scholarships include Tuition waiver for all semesters Scholarship: 850 € per month (not for the first semester in Spain or Portugal (September 4, 2009 – February 28, 2

Barcelona Institute of Economics (IEB) Call for applications 4 DOCTORAL SCHOLARSHIPS Under the Research Program “Fiscal Federalism” (Heads: Prof. Albert Solé-Ollé & Prof. Núria Bosch-Roca) at the IEB, we are seeking applications for Four Doctoral Scholarships The academic year starts on September 1, 2009. The scholarship is for a period of two years (Master`s period), plus two additional years (PhD period) for students who are accepted on the PhD program. The amount of each stipend is 1,000 euro/month, and tuition fees will be waived. The successful candidates will be admitted to the Master`s program in Economics at the University of Barcelona. The Master`s program is recognized by the Ministry of Education and the PhD program has received an award of excellence by the Ministry of Science. The Master`s program comprises core subjects during the first year (Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Mathematics and Econometrics) and three optional subjects from a list. During the second ye

The Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (JCCI) Singapore Foundation, in cooperation with Waseda University in Japan, set up a one-year scholarship program for university undergraduates to study culture, history, society, politics, economics, geography, arts, literature and so forth of Japan and other parts of Asia. The scholarship program was established in 1995 to commemorate Singapore’s 30th Year of National Independence and the 5th Anniversary of JCCI Singapore Foundation. The Foundation hopes to provide young Singaporeans an opportunity to study in Japan through this program. Also, it wishes to promote further exchanges and cooperation between Singapore and Japan. The successful candidate is thus expected to play the role of a diplomat with the task of strengthening the bilateral relations. CONDITIONS & CRITERIA • All applicants must be Singapore citizens, below the age of 28 (as at 1st January 2010). • Applicant must be a university undergraduate or graduate from an A

Microsoft PhD Scholarships for Students of Africa, Europe, and the Middle East The PhD Scholarship Programme recognises and supports exceptional students who show the potential to make an outstanding contribution to science and computing. This programme supports PhD students in computing and those working at the intersection of computing and the sciences. Only PhD supervisors should apply. If their project is selected, the supervisor has up to a year to find the best possible student for the project. Joint applications by two supervisors from different disciplines are especially encouraged. Schedule Eligibility Criteria Application Process Selection Process Awards Schedule Application deadline: 16 September 2009 Notification of results: December 2009 Eligibility Criteria We usually consider only one application per university department or per laboratory of a national research institution. Only applications from countries in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East will be considere

Leadership MBA Program and Scholarship - Lausanne, Switzerland Redesigned in collaboration with CEOs and HR Directors across Europe, Bu siness School Lausanne ’s new MBA aims to develop future leaders equipped to address tomorrow’s business challenges. BSL is ranked in the top fifth of the QS Global 200 Business Schools 2009 listing. ” Leadership is to transform ordinary people into extraordinary people in order to achieve extraordinary things together,” said Daniel Vasella, Novartis CEO and Chairman of the Board. To mark the launch of the program, BSL has established a Future Leader Scholarship to reward a future leader’s plan for professional growth by granting him/her with a scholarship to the new MBA program. Siegfried Gerlach, President & CEO of Siemens, and Benoit Dumont, Chairman of JP Morgan, were among the executives consulted in designing the BSL MBA and will act as honorary BSL judges in selecting the scholarship recipient. BSL’s new MBA program focuses on personal l

DAAD Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst German Academic Exchange Service Master’s Scholarships for Public Policy and Good Governance (PPGG) Deadline: The complete set of application papers must be submitted by 31 August 2009 . What are the objectives of the programme? This programme is designed to academically qualify f uture leaders in politics, law, economics and administration according to the principles of Good Governance and to prepare them in a praxis-oriented course for their professional life. The programme offers very good graduates with a first university degree the chance to obtain a Master’s degree in disciplines that are of special relevance for the social, political and economic development of their home country. With the knowledge and experience acquired in Germany the scholarship holders should later contribute to the establishment of democratically oriented economic and social systems aimed at overcoming social tensions. In addition, the training at Germa

GBCM is offering a Bachelor scholarship in the area of ethics. The scholarship will be awarded once a year by the Scholarship Committee and is offered in association with AidConnect. AidConnect is an initiative focused on the worldwide linking of people who are involved in or would like to support humanitarian projects (see www.aidconnect.org ). This interactive communication platform offers charitable organizations and individuals the opportunity to promote their projects to a diverse audience. Likewise, it provides donors with information on both current and potential projects with a view to matching those in need with supporters who are in a position to assist. The scholarship will be offered on a yearly basis. The amount awarded will be equivalent to one semester’s tuition. Scholarship applications must be submitted by August 27th, 2009. Final selection of a scholarship recipient will be made by September 18th, 2009. The scholarship funds will be applied to tuition exp