STUDERA SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION WORLDWIDE (SSFW) The Studera International Scholarship Foundation is a foundation of international students from different parts of the world, who seek to promote undergraduate, masters and doctoral studies for the benefit of poor and developing countries. The courses/programs/projects are ground-breaking, developing into methods or products, which are directly relevant for improving the livelihoods of poor people in developing countries. Instead of giving you fish, our responsibility is to link you to sponsors to enable you learn how to fish for yourself and others around you. SPONSORS: UNDER THE SPONSORSHIP OF INTERNATIONAL PHILANTHROPISTS, INDIVIDUALS, COPERATIONS & FOUNDATIONS SSFW PRESENTS: 2009/2010 SCHOLARSHIP FOR AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT SCHOLARSHIP LEVELS: (a.) UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE (b.) MASTERS DEGREE & (c.) DOCTORAL DEGREE FIELDS OF STUDY: Administrations, Arts/Humanities, Agriculture, Education, Engineering/Environmental/Technology, Law, ...

The Department of Engineering and Design at Sussex is ranked in the top 15 departments in the UK (based on the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise). We attract and develop outstanding staff and students and contribute to research at international levels of excellence. Building on our research strengths we offer a range of challenging and innovative taught postgraduate programmes as follows: MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering MSc Aerospace Technology MSc Embedded Digital Systems MSc Mechanical Engineering MSc Modern Communication Technologies with Business Management MSc Modern Digital Communication Systems MSc Satellite Communications and Space Systems MSc Security Technologies and Systems MSc Turbomachinery A number of generous scholarships are available to outstanding candidates on all the above programmes. The scholarships will be offered as a reduction in tuition fees of £3000 and are open to international students paying the overseas (non-EU) rate of fee. The application deadline...

PhD Scholarships in Renewable Energy, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore The School of Computer Engineering at Nanyang Technological University (Singapore) is seeking applications for 2 graduate student (PhD) positions. Candidates will work on a national grant-funded research project on low concentration, concentrating photovoltaic (CPV) systems. Specifically, your research will be focused on developing performance /cost models for solar concentrators which take account of the solar profile and other conditions in Singapore. Requirements At least a 2nd upper class B.Eng. Degree in the area of Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering (an additional masters degree will be an advantage) Proficient in MatLab and C/C++ Fluent verbal and written communications in English Strong analytical, mathematical and conceptual abilities Able to work independently or in a team in the realization of R&D work How to Apply Suitably qualified applicants should email, including a detailed r...

Global Health Supply Chain Internship, MIT-Zaragoza International Logistics Program Receive a Masters in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (ZLOG) while at the same time gaining valuable experience working on strategic global health supply chain projects. Based in Zaragoza, Spain, ZLOG is part of the MIT-Zaragoza International Logistics Program, a unique research and education partnership between academia, industry and government. The ZLOG program is built upon the graduate business program in supply chain management at MIT, which has consistently been ranked #1 by US News and World Report. The MIT-Zaragoza Global Health Research Group (GHRG) is a leader in global health supply chain issues and collaborates with institutions such as the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the World Bank, the WHO, the Roll Back Malaria Partnership, DFID, the Center for Global Development, and Médecins Sans Frontières on strategic supply chain initiatives. The Global Health Supply Chain Internship pro...

The University of Pretoria regards itself as a research intensive university. Hence, it is seeking candidates for doctoral studies who will make significant contributions to its research endeavour. As part of an initiative by the Association of Commonwealth Universities, the University of Pretoria has made funds available for two doctoral scholarships for students coming from Commonwealth Countries (excluding South African students) . This scholarship will be known as the University of Pretoria Commonwealth Doctoral Scholarship and will be awarded on a competitive basis. The University of Pretoria has established a reputation for academic excellence, particularly in relation to some of its major research activities. Information about these research activities can be obtained from the website of the University (http://web.up.ac.za/default.asp?ipkCategoryID=1630) and from the 2006 Research report (http://web.up.ac.za/research/2006/PDF/index.htm). 1. Eligibility • The Doctoral Scholars...

International Master’s Scholarships in Japan: Japan - WCO Scholarships 2009 The major objective of the Public Finance Program is to provide students with the conceptual understanding and technical competence to become leaders in taxation and customs. The curriculum is designed for government officials from developing countries worldwide who are currently working in tax or customs administration or equivalent departments. In accordance with their background, students in this Program specialize in either tax or customs policy and administration. The Program provides rigorous academic training aimed at developing an understanding of the theoretical, empirical, and institutional aspects of tax and customs administration. Administrative aspects and reforms in the field of taxation and customs are studied and linked to developing countries’ economic and social development. A practicum at the National Tax Administration (NTA) or the Customs Training Institute (CTI) provides an opportunity for...

International Scholarship for Bachelor of Science in Textile Engineering, Biella campus, Italy Call for Applications for the 2009/2010 Academic Year The project offers international students the possibility to receive a scholarship and other benefits to graduate from the Politecnico di Torino attending a Bachelor of Science (BS) program in Textile Engineering at the Biella campus. The initiative is promoted by the Politecnico di Torino and is supported by Camera di Commercio di Biella, Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Biella and Unione Industriale Biellese. General information on the Bachelor of Science in Textile Engineering program Location: Biella (Città Studi university campus) Language in which the courses are held: English Length: 3 years The activities will begin in September 2009. For more information on the Biella university campus, please visit the Città Studi website. Requirements Having not Italian citizenship or being an Italian citizen who has obtained a secondary...

We invite applications for a PhD position within the DFG (Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft / German Research Foundation) project Influence of tillage practice on infiltration processes in agricultural catchments. The influence of different tillage operations on runoff formation and runoff concentration will be analysed and physical-based modelled for small catchment areas (lower mesoscale Scenarios shall be simulated to quantify the effectiveness of tillage and soil coverage on water retention and runoff reduction. Possibilities and limits of flood protection will be analysed. At last test simulations will be realised with larger raster resolution to get an advice if it is possible to regionalize the scientific findings. If these tests are satisfactory, the transfer of processes and simulations to the upper mesoscale (100-1000 km²) will be carried out in a new project. Job description The successful candidate will work with the newest water balance model WaSiM-ETH 8.2.9 (see http://www...

Call for "Aegis Women Leadership Scholarships in Business and Technology" for One Year MBA/Post Graduate Program In Business Management (PGP) and Masters Program in Telecom Management at Aegis School of Business, Mumbai, India. Aegis School of Business & Telecommunication, Mumbai which is among top three telecom management schools in India is currently recruiting students for the Mid March 09-10 and August 09-10 session of one year Telecom Management and one year MBA program. Aegis Women Leadership Scholarships in Business and Technology for outstanding candidates with demonstrated leadership qualities for studying full-time One Year MBA/PGP program. There are a number of scholarships up to $11,750, covering part or full tuition fee, are available for highly motivated self-funded outstanding female candidates from any part of the world. Aegis, a live consulting based business school, was started with the support of Bharti Tele (Airtel), India’s top Telecom Company, for de...