MALAYSIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP (MIS) MINISTRY OF HIGHER EDUCATION MALAYSIA 2011

The Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS) is an initiative by the Malaysian Government to attract the best brain from around the world to pursue advanced academic studies in Malaysia. This scholarship aims to support Malaysian Government's effort to attract, motivate and retain talented human capital from abroad. Talented international students with excellent academic records and outstanding co-curricular backgrounds are welcomed to apply for this scholarship and further their studies in any selected and well-established Malaysian public and private universities. This scholarship is divided into two (2) categories of study: Postgraduate and Post-doctoral Studies
ELIGIBLITY CRITERIA    [UP]
	To be eligible for Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS), applicants must fit the following criteria:- a) Not be more than 45 years of age during application. b) Obtained a minimum of Second Class Upper (Honours) or a CGPA of 3.5/4.0 at Bachelor Degree Level for Masters Degree applicants and for PhD candidates must possess CGPA 3.5/4.0 or very good result at Masters degree level in a similar field of intended PhD study. In addition, for post-doctoral programme, the selection will be evaluated based on the number of books produced, refereed/non refereed journals, portfolio and patent copyright. The Post-Doctoral candidate must have excellent reputation in research and possesses knowledge related to the research to be carried out. c) Took one of the following English Language Proficiency Test not more than two years before the date of application. The list of tests and minimum scores required: - IELTS Academic Test with a score of at least 6.5; or - TOEFL paper-based test with a score of at least 580 or computer-based test with a score of at least 230 or internet-based test with a score at least 92. d) In excellent health condition and certified by a Certified Doctor/Medical Professional. The cost of medical examination is to be borne by the applicants e) Wrote a proposal that is relevant to the needs and interests of Malaysia (research-based programme only) f) Has applied for and gained admission to postgraduate and post-doctoral studies in Malaysia (conditional letters of offer will be accepted at the time of application or has a confirmation of acceptance or affiliation with the universities in Malaysia).
VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIPS   [UP]
	Each scholarship consists of:- a) Air tickets from recipient’s capital city to Malaysia b) An approved tuition fees c) Monthly maintenance allowance d) Annual grant for books and internal travel e) Medical / Health Insurance f) Installation and Termination grant g) Thesis allowance (will be paid at the beginning of research (after proposal defense) and the balance will be paid only upon submission of the thesis) – For PhD and Post-Doctoral only h) A conference travel grant and journal publication grant (PhD and Post-Doctoral only)   * The Government of Malaysia reserves the rights to review the value of awards at anytime (and if such changes are made, the value of scholarship will be changed and the effective date will be informed to the successful candidates).
PRIORITY STUDY AREAS   [UP]
	Field of studies are in the following priority areas: a) Science and Engineering b) Agriculture and Fisheries c) Economics and Islamic Finance d) Information and Communication Technology e) Biotechnology f) Biosecurity and Food Safety g) Infrastructure and Utility h) Environmental Studies i) Health including but not limited to, nursing, medicine, clinical pharmacy     * Applicants may choose any related course within the field/areas mentioned above
SELECTION CRITERIA    [UP]
Applications will be considered according to the following selection criteria:-         a) High-level academic achievement   b) The quality of the research proposal and it’s potential contribution towards advancement of technology and human well being.   c) Excellent communication, writing and reading skills in English Language
GENERAL CONDITION OF AWARD    [UP]
a) Scholarship holder must undertake full-time studies for postgraduate and post-doctoral studies at a campus of Malaysian Universities.   b) It is the responsibility of the scholarship holders to confirm admission to the university.   c) Scholarship holders must not change their programme during tenure of the scholarship except with written permission from their university and the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia.   d) Scholarship holders must follow the approved programmes and abide by the university’s rules, regulations and codes of conduct. Any suspension from the university will result in immediate suspension of award. Monthly allowances are not payable during suspension, including suspension due to illness.   e) It is the responsibility of successful candidates to apply for and meet the requirements for the issuing of an appropriate entry visa including medical examination. The offer of the scholarship does not guarantee the granting of a visa.   f) Scholarship holders must maintain satisfactory progress and good standing as stipulated by their host university and degree programme, or the scholarship will be withdrawn.   g) The scholarships are tenable in Malaysian universities and research must be carried out in Malaysia.   h) Scholarship holders are not allowed to take any paid employment during their tenure unless with written approval from the host university.
HOW TO APPLY    [UP]
All applications should be made ONLINE through Ministry of Higher Education’s website at https://www.mohe.gov.my/MIS starting from April 2011.           STEP 1   o REGISTER your Passport Number or National Identication Number, password and email address.   o LOGIN to online application form and fill in all section completely.   o Please ensure all informations are correct before you print the application and logout.         STEP 2   o  Please attach printed application form together with the following documents:   i.)  Recent passport size photograph.   ii.)  Completed Medical Report. [download]   iii.)  A certified copy of current passport showing evidence of citizenship.   iv.)  A certified copy of academic transcript, testimonials and/or references relating to the relevant study, co-curriculum activities, achievements.   v.)  A clear and precise study or research plan   vi.)  A certified copy of English Language proficiency certificate (Test of English as a Foreign Language/TOEFL or International English Language Testing Service/IELTS)   vii.)  Curriculum Vitae.   viii.)  Admission letter from Malaysian University.   ix.)  Two letters of recommendation from two (2) people who can act as referees to support your application. [download]   x.)  Endorsement Form. [download]   o  You are required to complete the two Letters of Recommendation from two referees, Endorsement Form and Medical Report. Please bring printed ONLINE application form and required documents to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the relevant agency responsible for the MIS scholarship in your country to get the endorsement.           STEP 3   o  Scan all documents stated above in PDF format and LOGIN to MIS Online Application. [How to convert documents to PDF format]   o  You are required to attach the documents and click SUBMIT button to submit the application. You will see the notification message when the process is done. All the application is fully online. No hard copy is required. Bring the hard copy of application form and original certificate during the interview session.
FURTHER ENQUIRIES   [UP]
For further enquiries, please contact us :- SCHOLARSHIP DIVISION MINISTRY OF HIGHER EDUCATION MALAYSIA LEVEL 4, BLOCK 1, PJH TOWER PRECINCT 2 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATIVE CENTRE 62100 PUTRAJAYA email : international_scholar@mohe.gov.my Tel No. : +603-8884 4600 Fax No. : +603-8884 4701

Murtala Mohammed Postgraduate Scholarship 2011 for Nigerian Students at London Metropolitan University UK

London MetropolitanUniversity is pleased to announce the Murtala Mohammed Scholarship for 2011/2012academic yearopen to Nigerian postgraduate students to study for Masters in Science Degrees. The scholarship is a full tuition fee scholarship for a Nigerian student in the name of the Late General Murtala Mohammed, in any of the university's Business and Management Masters programme.
All applications must be made via the Nigeria Office.



Eligibility Criteria:
• First Class Degree in a Business and Management related course
• Obtain a conditional offer of admission to London MetropolitanUniversity.

Eligible Course of Study
* Business and Management MRes
* Business Economics MA
* Business Economics MSc
* Business Economics and Finance MSc
* Business and Management MRes
* Business Psychology MSc
* Corporate Social Responsibility MA
* International Business MA
* International Business and Banking MA
* International Business and Finance MSc
* International Business and Marketing MA
* International Business Management MA
* International Sports Management MA
* Marketing MA
* Masters of Business Administration MBA (requires 3 yrs managerial work experience)
* Health and Social Care Management MA
* Information Management MRes
* Information Management MA
* International Tourism Management MA
* International Hotel and Restaurant Management MA
* International Events Management MA
* International Sports Management MSc
* Management MRes
* Management Studies MA
* Master of Public Administration MPA
* Music Industry Management MA
* Public Services Management MA
* Purchasing and Supply Chain Management MSc


How to Apply:
Submit a completed London Metropolitan University application form
Obtain a conditional offer of admission, then apply in writing to the Nigeria Office.
Include your CV and a personal statement (which should state the reasons why you should be awarded the scholarship).
Only successful applicants will be contacted and will be required to attend an interview.

Application Deadline
14 June 2010

Direct Application Form

For further enquiries please contact
London Metropolitan University Nigeria Office
4th Floor Africa Re. Building
Plot 1679 Karimu Kotun Street Victoria Island, Lagos
Tel: 01 4613751, 01 2704241
Fax: 01 4613750
Email: Nigeria[at]londonmet.ac.uk


Source: Dr Murtala Mohammed Scholarship for Nigerian Students

Bristol Business School 100% MBA Scholarship in UK for International students 2011/2012

The Bristol Business School at University of the West England - UWE - offers various financial awards, loans and scholarships available to both national and international MBA applicants. Among other MBAscholarshipsoffered by thebusiness school, as listed below, is the 100% full-fee MBA scholarships for National and International Students worth £17,010. All scholarships are considered on the basis of your submitted online application. Students are advice to apply early as places are limited.


Scholarship Worth for Full-Fee MBA Scholarship/Program
The complete fees for both the full-time and part-time MBA programmes of £17,010 to cover;
• Tuition for the full duration of study, lectures, seminars and student support
• Core text books and literature required for the duration of the course
• Lifetime memberships with the Association of MBAs
• Accommodation for residential weekend including meals
• Elective course reading material
Payment of these fees can be made in full or by installments for fee paying students.
Eligibility: The scholarship will be awarded to the best application based on the criteria outlined below. You do not need to applyseparately for this scholarship as all scholarship applications submitted will be assessed for this award.
Criteria: In addition to meeting the normal entry requirements you will need to provide evidence on two or more of the following: career progression and achievement, professional development and academic excellence.
Deadline: Applications should be submitted before the 31 May 2011.


Other MBA Scholarships at Bristol Business School
Full-time and Executive MBA Scholarship (25%)
Value of scholarship: £4252.50
Eligibility: All MBA applicants are entitled to apply for this scholarship.Scholarships will be given individually based on the evidence provided. A maximum of 10 scholarships will be awarded to candidates from any one country.
Criteria: Same as above
How to apply: Once the school receives your completed online application form you will be invited, if eligible, to provide the evidence required for the chosen scholarship.
Deadline: Completed scholarship application form must be submitted by 31 July 2011.

Full-time MBA Alumni Scholarship (40%)
Value of scholarship: £6804.00
Eligibility: All UWE Alumni are entitled to apply for this scholarship.Scholarships will be given based on the evidence provided. A maximum of 5 scholarships are available.
Criteria: Same as above
How to apply: Same as MBA Scholarship (25%)
Deadline: Completed scholarship application form must be submitted by 31 July 2011.

Executive MBA Corporate Discount (36%)
Value of scholarship: £6123.60
Eligibility: This discount is applicable for three or more students on any one cohort and will be applied for each year of study. This discount will be evaluated by the MBA Programme Director in negotiation with the client organization.

Executive MBA Corporate Discount (46%)
Value of scholarship: £7824.60
Eligibility: This discount is applicable for three or more students in any one cohort in two or more consecutive years. It is applied for each year of study and will be evaluated by the MBA Programme Director in negotiation with the client organization.
For more details about these scholarship programs at Bristol Business School, University of the West England visit HERE

NDDC Postgraduate Scholarship to Study Abroad 2011- Master & PhD

Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) postgraduate foreign scholarship scheme 2011 for Nigerian Students from Niger Delta
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is offering Postgraduate Scholarship for Masters and PhD students from the Niger Delta of Nigeria to study abroad in foreign Universities. The scheme is designed to equip postgraduate students from Niger Delta with relevant training and skills for effective participation in the Local Content programme of the current Administration as well as compete globally in various professional fields. Applicants must have gained Postgraduate admission into a recognized University abroad.

Course of Study
The Scholarship is for suitably qualifiedapplicants with relevant Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree from recognized Universities in the following professional disciplines:
1. Engineering
2. Medicine
3. Computer Science/Technology
4. Geology
5. Geosciences
6. Environmental Sciences

Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements to qualify for the scholarship application;
1. First Degree with minimum of 2nd Class Lower Division for those wishing to undertake a masters’s Degree programme and a good Master’s Degree for PhD candidates from a recognized University.
2. Have gained Admission into a Postgraduate Programme in any of the listed disciplines in a foreign University.
3. Bond of good conduct from any of the following persons from the applicant’s community/clan
a. Member of National Assembly
b. Chairman of the LGA
c. First class traditional ruler
d. High Court Judge
4. Persons with evidence of cult membership or criminal record shall not be considered for the award.

How to Apply
1. Application must be made online at the Commission’s website: with the following attachments:
Recent passport photograph
Local Government identification letter
Post Graduate admission letter from Overseas University
Relevant Degrees from recognized University
2. Successfully completed application form will be assigned a registration number automatically
3. Print the hard copy of the online generated acknowledgement for ease of reference
4. All shortlisted applicants will be posted on NDDC website.

Application Deadline
All completed applications must be submitted on or before 6th May, 2011

http://forms.nddc.gov.ng/ind.html

OPEC Fund for International Devt 2011/2012 Graduate Scholarship Opens

OFID (The OPEC Fund for International Development) is pleased to announce that qualified applicants who have obtained or are on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree and who wish to study for a Master’s degree are welcome to apply for the OFID Scholarship 2011/2012.

The OFID scholarship will be awarded to support one student or candidate for Master’s degree studies. The applicant may be from any developing country, and he/she must first obtain admission to pursue a Master’s degree studies in a relevant field of development, in any recognized university/college in the world.

Through its scholarship scheme, OFID aims to help highly motivated, highly-driven individuals overcome one of the biggest challenges to their careers – the cost of graduate studies. The winner of the OFID Scholarship Award will receive a scholarship of up to US$100,000. The funds will be spread over a maximum of two years, toward the completion of a Master’s degree, or its equivalent, at an accredited educational institution, starting in the autumn of the academic year 2011/2012.

» Application Guidelines
» Eligibility Criteria
» Disbursement of the Scholarship Fund
» Required documents
» Eligible Countries
Application Guidelines

STEP 1: Ensure that you fulfill the OFID Scholarship Award Eligibility Criteria.

STEP 2: Register within the OFID Scholarship Portal by using your email address. Please note you can log into the portal as many times as required.

STEP 3: Fill out the application form. Make sure to save data each time you update your application. Once you are logged in, if the page remains inactive for more than two hours, your session will time-out and you may lose unsaved data. Do not submit your application until you have completed the entire application process!

STEP 4: Upload necessary documents; CV, two recommendation letters, Bachelor’s certificate/transcript, acceptance letter into postgraduate program and essay.

STEP 5: When your application is complete, and all additional documents are uploaded, your application is ready to be submitted. As mentioned previously, once your application is submitted, you can no longer make any changes or upload any more documents.

The application deadline is June 4, 2011. Please do not call or email OFID to see if your application has been received (you will, in any case, receive an automated confirmation) or to inquire about your status. Only the winner will be notified by June 14 via our website at www.ofid.org.

I. Eligibility

* Must be between the ages of 23-32 at the time of submitting his/her application.
* Must have obtained or be on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree with a Baccalaureate from an accredited college/university, or its equivalent.
* Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 rating system, or its equivalent.
* Must be matriculated at an accredited university for the upcoming academic year starting August/September 2011, and must maintain full-time status for the duration of the Master’s Degree.
* Must be a national of a developing country (please see list of eligible countries below)
* Must select a subject of study that pertains to OFID’s core mission, such as: economics of development (poverty reduction, energy and sustainable development), environment (desertification), or other related science and technology fields.
PLEASE NOTE: Kindly read ALL of the directions below before proceeding with the application process:

1. Applicants are responsible for gathering and submitting all necessary information. Applications will be evaluated based on the information provided. Therefore, all questions should be answered as thoroughly as possible. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Once an application has been submitted, no changes will be allowed on it.
2. OFID will not consider applications received through a third party.
3. Please do not call or email OFID to ask if your application has been received, or to inquire about your status.
4. Please note that only the winner will be notified.
5. All materials submitted become the property of OFID and will not be returned to the applicant.
6. Applicants must complete the on-line application.
7. Within the on-line application, applicants must upload the required documents as listed below in Section III. All materials including the on-line application, recommendations, and other required information must be received no later than June 4, 2011.

II. Disbursement of the Scholarship Fund

The terms and conditions of payment will be determined in coordination with the student upon his/her selection in accordance with the following guidelines:

1. The tuition fees, including any supplementary examination fees, as may be required by the academic institution, will be paid by OFID directly to the academic institution. Health insurance will be paid in accordance with the institution’s own standard medical scheme.
2. A monthly allowance to cover living expenses, books and accommodation, will be transferred to the student’s own personal bank account on a quarterly basis.
3. Prior to the start of his/her first year studies, the student will be paid a relocation grant, equal to two-month allowance. OFID will also pay for travel costs from the nearest airport to the student’s place of residence, to the nearest airport to the chosen place of study. Upon completion of the studies, the student will be paid the cost of one-way air ticket to his/her home country.

III. Required documents

1. A completed on-line application form.
2. A scanned copy of the last university degree or certificate.
3. A scanned letter of acceptance from your chosen educational institution, confirming your admission, subject of study and duration of the Master’s degree program (must not exceed a maximum of two years).
4. A proof of meeting any prerequisites, including language proficiency.
5. A short essay – of about 500 words in English – giving reasons for applying for the OFID scholarship, explaining your educational goals, and clearly describing how you will use the experience gained from your Master’s degree studies to help in the development of your home country.
6. Two letters of recommendation from professors and/or lecturers at applicant’s present university.
7. Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Eligible Countries

* In addition to nationals of OFID Member States (Algeria, Gabon, Indonesia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, GSP Libyan AJ, Nigeria, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Venezuela), nationals of the following countries are also eligible:

Africa: Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burundi, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Chad, Central African Republic, Comoros, Congo DR , Republic of Congo, Cote d’lvoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Rwanda, São Tomé & Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Asia and the Middle East: Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bahrain, Bhutan, Cambodia, Fiji, India, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kiribati, Korea D P R, Kyrgyz Republic, Lao PDR, Lebanon, Maldives, Moldova, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Syria, Tajikistan, Thailand, Tonga, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen

Latin America and the Caribbean: Antigua Barbuda, Belize, Barbados, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Grenada, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guyana, Haiti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Peru, Panama, St. Christopher, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Uruguay

Europe: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo

APPLICATION
The application deadline is June 4, 2011. Please do not call or email OFID to see if your application has been received (you will, in any case, receive an automated confirmation) or to inquire about your status. Only the winner will be notified by June 14 via our website at www.ofid.org.