Tuesday 17 September 2013

Clarendon Scholarships at University of Oxford 2013/2014

The Clarendon Fund is the University of
Oxford's flagship scholarship scheme. The
awards are sponsored by Oxford
University Press and are only available at
the University of Oxford for all full-time
and part-time graduate degrees.

All degree-bearing graduate courses in all
subjects are eligible. This encompasses
all full-time and part-time Master's
courses (MSt, MSc, BCL/MJur, MBA, MFE,
MPhil, BPhil, MSc by Research, MTh, MPP)
and all DPhil programmes. A list of all the
graduate courses offered by the
University of Oxford can be found on the
Graduate Course Guide.
Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma
courses are not eligible for this
scholarship.

An excellent academic record is
essential: A high first class honours
degree or its equivalent (a GPA score of
at least 3.7 if the mark is out of 4, noting
that most successful candidates achieve a
score higher than 3.7) or an outstanding
academic record at Master's level is
necessary (noting that an outstanding
Master's degree can compensate for a
moderate first degree performance).
Other indicators of high academic
achievement may include individual marks
on student transcripts; evidence of
previous university prizes or awards;
information on your overall position
within your cohort; and publications (if
applicable).
Aptitude for the proposed course of
study : This may be assessed by reviewing
academic references, the research
proposal, demonstrated evidence of
aptitude for research, and the likelihood
the scholar will contribute significantly to
their field of study.
Student motivation: This is assessed
through evidence of the applicant's
commitment to their proposed course,
evaluated by the personal statement and
referees' reports.
Application instructions:
By applying for graduate study at
Oxford University, you will
automatically be considered for a
Clarendon Scholarship. You do not need
to submit any additional documents
specifically for the Clarendon Scholarships
and there is no separate scholarship
application form. You do, however, need
to apply by the January application
deadline ( 10 January for Medical
Sciences, Philosophy, Politics and
International Relations or 24 January
2014 for all other subjects) in order to be
considered for the scholarship.
It is important to visit the official website
(link found below) for detailed
information on how to apply for this
scholarship.

Official Scholarship Website: http://
www.admin.ox.ac.uk/studentfunding/
scholarship_profiles/clarendon.shtml

Graduate Management Training Program - Sahara Group [2013]

Sahara Group is simply looking for a
qualified candidates for its 2013
Graduate Management Talent
Programme.
Job Title: Graduate Management Talent
Programme (GMTP) 2013
Job Level: Officer
Job Role:
- In the 6 months of the Management
Talent Trainee, you will work on different
projects within a few of the operating
companies of the Sahara Group. The
work is generally highly analytical and
dynamic with lots of projects carried out
in teams. Each person will receive both
coaching and supervision along the
course of the programme, this way we
sure know you will get to know not just
Sahara Group and our core fields of
activity and people but also yourself.
- All through the 6 months programme,
you will be under the supervision of our
Talent Management Division
- The major goal of the Management
Talent Programme is to train you as a
high-valued individual in an international
Energy environment.
Job Requirement:
. Minimum of Bsc/BA with at least
second classs lower division
. minimum of 0-2 years experience
. applicant should not be more than 26
years old


Apply here: http://www.sahara-group.com/index.php/about-sahara/internship

Netherlands Fellowship Programmes for Master’s Degree, PhD Research and Short Courses

Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs under the budget for development cooperation is offering Netherlands Fellowship Programmes (NFP) for developing country applicants. The fellowship is available for master’s, PhD and short courses. Students must be a national of, and working and living in one of the countries in the NFP country list valid at the time of application. If for whatever reason a candidate stays in another country other than his or her home country for more than 90 days before the start of the course and/ or programme, he or she is not considered to be living and working in his or her home country. Nuffic receives thousands of fellowship applications each year. Only a small percentage of these applications are eventually granted a fellowship. Application should be submitted till 1St October 2013.
Study Subject(s): Fellowship is provided any one course offered by Dutch institution (applicant should be employed in a subject area to which the study will make a relevant contribution)
Course Level: The fellowship is available for pursuing master’s, PhD and short courses.
Scholarship Provider: Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs under the budget for development cooperation.
Scholarship can be taken at: 
Netherlands
Notification:  Not Known
How to Apply: Students must apply for academic admission directly at the Dutch institution. Their admission must be unconditional in terms of their education and language proficiency. Conditional admission may be granted only to students finding suitable for the programme. The application must be submitted online through Scholarships Online (SOL) before the fellowship application deadline.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 1St October 2013. As of the year 2013-14 Scholarships Online (SOL) will be open for fellowship applications two months before the fellowship application deadline.


Early Career Development Fellowship for Developing Countries Applicants in USA, 2015

The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) and OCLC are offering Jay Jordan IFLA/OCLC Early Career Development Fellowship for Developing Countries Applicants. This fellowship is available for early career development and continuing education for library and information science professionals. Applicants must have a qualifying degree in library or information science. Normally a PhD is not considered a qualifying degree, because the Fellowship program is targeted for early career librarians. The application deadline is February 14, 2014.
Study Subject(s): Fellowship is provided in library and information science. Topics and issues include information technologies and their impact on libraries, library operations and management, and global cooperative librarianship.
Course Level: This fellowship is available for early career development and continuing education for library and information science professionals.
Scholarship Provider: The program is jointly sponsored by the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) and OCLC.
Scholarship can be taken at: USA
Eligibility: Be employed in a library or information center.
-Have a qualifying degree in library or information science. The qualifying degree may vary depending upon country of origin, but should be the general library or information science degree recognized in the country. Normally a PhD is not considered a qualifying degree, because the Fellowship program is targeted for early career librarians.
-Have obtained the qualifying degree between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2013.
-Have at least three years, but no more than eight years, of library or information science experience. For the 2015 program, applicants must have library or information science experience that begins no earlier than January 1, 2006 and no later than January 1, 2011.
-Be a legal national from a qualifying country (see list of Qualifying Countries) and be working as a librarian or information science professional in that country.
-Read and speak English proficiently.
-Be prepared to work as a team member with other Fellows and to participate as required in this fast paced program.
-Have a valid passport.
-Be able to obtain documentation permitting legal entry into the United States or any other country required for program participation.
Duration of award(s): Not Known
What does it cover? The award provides the following for each Fellow:
-Airfare, coach class, from the recipient’s home country to the United States and return trip to the recipient’s home country (transportation to and from the airport in the recipient’s home country is the responsibility of the award recipient). Note: All travel arrangements must be made through OCLC’s travel agency.
-Transportation related to library visits (arranged by OCLC).
-Lodging (arranged by OCLC).
-Subsistence, including meals.
-Medical insurance (arranged by OCLC).
Selection Criteria: Not Known
Notification: Award recipients will be contacted via email on July 2014 to confirm their participation. 
How to Apply: For consideration, qualified applicants must prepare and submit an application, including an electronic copy of their qualifying library or information science degree diploma. The application must follow the content outline and format described in the document “2015 Application.” The completed application, including diploma copy, PLUS two letters of recommendation must be received by OCLC no later than February 14, 2014. The application and letters of recommendation must be in English.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is February 14, 2014.

2013/2014 MUSTE SCHOLARSHIP (Undergraduate and Postgraduate)

The Mankind United To Support Total Education (MUSTE) is a Scholarship arm of Youth Empowerment and ICT Foundation; it was registered with the corporate affairs commission in Abuja Nigeria on the 17th of November 2003. It is founded and funded by Mr. Jim Ovia in the year 1998, to provide financial aid to outstanding Nigeria youths.
 The awardees are given funding for undergraduate study for the duration of the undergraduate program. The award includes tuition and maintaince allowance. The scheme offers an average of 100 opportunities every year. The Financial records show that as at October 2010, Mr. Ovia has invested N98,220,000 in the program on one thousand, four hundred and thirty-nine beneficiaries.


The Mankind United to Support Total Education (MUSTE) program is for undergraduate and higher degree studies only.  
All scholarships are awarded based on merit, using the information provided in the form, supporting documents and a screening test. 

Requirements  
Applicant must: 
 • Be a registered member of Youth Empowerment & ICT Foundation  
• Have their Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination result or the equivalent  
• Have a current admission letter into a recognized higher level institution 
• Undergraduate applicant must have passed JAMB and Post-JAMB examinations 
• Undergraduates already in school must attach a recent photocopy of their school I.D  
• Higher degree applicant must hold a bachelor’s degree or the equivalent, and have at least two years of recent full time professional experience, acquired after a university degree. 
 • Present one personal reference letter and one academic/professional reference letter. All recommendation letters must be duly signed. 
 • Higher degree applicant must include a cover letter stating “Why they intend to pursue a higher degree” (Not more than 250 words). 
 • Attach recent passport photograph 
 • Include a valid email address in the format (firstname.lastname@host.com), residential address and telephone number 
 • All questions are compulsory unless otherwise stated
  
Goals
  • To promote access to tertiary education
  • To invest in the future leaders of Nigeria
  • To provide a platform that encourages competitiveness and promotes equal opportunities in workplace
  • To bridge the knowledge gap in Nigeria
Eligibility and Criteria 
All Nigerian youth are eligible for the scholarship. In the first ten years of the program, 1439 youths from all cross Nigeria have been awarded scholarship. About one hundred awardees are selected each year from a pool of four hundred applicants. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of personal intellectual ability, leadership capability and a desire to use their knowledge to contribute to society throughout Nigeria by providing service to their community and applying their talent and knowledge to improve the lives of others.


 CLICK HERE TO APPLY 

DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 1ST 2013  

2012/2013 SPDC Joint Venture University Scholarship Award Scheme


The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (Operator of the NNPC/SHELL /TEPN/AGIP Joint Venture) Scholarship Scheme offers first year students in all Nigerian universities the opportunity to study with an annual grant from the SPDC JV for the full duration of their course. The programme aims to promote academic excellence and improve the skills-base among young Nigerians.

WHO CAN APPLY?
  • Students must be citizens of Nigeria,
  • Currently enrolled in a first degree programme at an accredited and approved university in Nigeria, and;
  • Must have gained admission during the 2012/2013 academic session.
SCHOLARSHIP TYPES

-National Merit Award (NM)
Open to Nigerians who are not indigenes of SPDC’s operational areas (in Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Delta, Imo and Rivers States).

-Areas of Operation Merit Award, East (OE)
For Nigerians who are indigenes of SPDC’s operational areas in Abia, Akwa Ibom, Imo, Rivers and Bayelsa states (excluding indigenes of Ekeremor and Sagbama local government areas).

-Areas of Operation Merit Award, West (OW)
For Nigerians who are indigenes of SPDC’s operational area in Bayelsa (i.e indigenes of Ekeremor and Sagbama Local Government areas) and Delta States.


HOW TO APPLY

  1. All applicants should have their personal valid email accounts (for consistent communication).
  2. Candidates who meet the above entry qualifications should apply online to provide required personal and educational details, and load scanned copies of the following:
    • A recent passport-sized photograph of the applicant (i.e. jpeg format, that is not more than 200kilobytes);
    • University or JAMB (UTME or D/E) Admission Letter;
    • Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME) Scores;
    • ‘O’ Level Result(s); and ‘A’ Level /OND /NCE Result(s) as applicable; and
    • Letter of Identification from State (showing Local Government) of Origin.
  3. Applicants for the Operational Area Awards (OE & OW) are to provide scanned copies of identification letters (duly stamped and signed) from;
    • The Paramount Ruler of the Community; and
    • The Chairman of the Community Development or Executive Council (CDC or CEC)

Source: Apply Here!

2014/2015 Chevening Scholarship


The Chevening Scholarships will support over 600 established or emerging leaders from 118 countries worldwide. They are typically for a one-year Master’s degree in any subject and at any of the UK’s leading universities.
 The programme is a United Kingdom government’s scholarship programme, funded by the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations. Scholars are hand-picked by British Embassies and High Commissions throughout the world, sometimes in partnership with sponsoring organization.

Applicants must:
  • be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country, with the intent to return there at the end of the period of study;
  • hold a degree that is equivalent to at least an upper second-class honors degree in the UK;
  • achieve the minimum Chevening English language requirement;
  • have completed at least two years’ work or equivalent experience before applying for a Chevening Scholarship;
  • be able to obtain the correct visa, and receive an unconditional offer from a UK university.
A Chevening Scholarship in Nigeria includes:
1. A monthly stipend, travel to and from your country via an approved route, 
2. An arrival and excess baggage allowance
3. A thesis or dissertation grant
4. The cost of an entry clearance visa and tuition fees (a global tuition fee cap of £12,000 will apply for MBA courses).
Applications for 2014-2015 Chevening Scholarships in Nigeria are now open and will close on 8 November 2013.

Applications for the 2014-15 Chevening Scholarships must be submitted online CLICK HERE