SCHOLARSHIPS INFORMATION

HORT COURSE IN CLINICAL RESEARCH AND EVIDENCE-BASED MEDICINE (SCREM)

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
Clinical research in low to middle income countries is at the moment often conceived and implemented by specialized (foreign funded) institutions involving local and expatriate staff who pursue an academic career. Local clinicians in regional and national hospitals (even district hospitals) are often operationally involved in the data collection. This leads to frustration as it becomes a mechanic business. These same clinicians, however, are aware that there is much information they could use themselves to do ‘low scale' research to enhance their own decision making. While the former academically oriented clinicians develop their research skills through doctoral study programs the latter miss training opportunities covering their needs. The SCREM aims at filling this gap.

The SCREM targets professionals who are responsible for clinical quality assurance, for local guideline and/or algorithm development and for coaching junior staff in clinical research. More specifically: medical superintendents, heads of clinical or nursing departments, heads of labs pharmacists, all in referral and/or reference hospitals, thesis supervisors in medical schools/faculties/ nursing and laboratory schools, public health staff in charge of development of national or regional clinical guideline.

1. PROGRAM
Content
Starting from a practical question participants encountered in their clinical work, a critical analysis of literature is done and an applied research protocol is identified at the start of the course.

The following contents will be contextualized individually and/or in small groups:

Protocol development: from observation to hypothesis, from hypothesis to study methodology and sampling populations.
Statistics: basic statistical software use, interpretation and mastering the dialogue with the statistician, how to present statistical information for a proposal, a paper or a report.
Presentation of results in a written (abstract) and oral (power point presentation) way;
Critical reading: pitfalls in research (bias in hypothesis, in inclusion, in analysis, in interpretation, in applicability).
Literature search: how to run a literature search, levels and types of evidence of published research.
Principles of EBM & Introduction into constructing and evaluating guidelines and algorithms;
IT skills: Excel, Reference Manager, Statistical program (Stata, Epi Info or SPSS).

Seminars:

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP);
Ethical aspects of research;
Research funding;
Introduction to principles of GCP.

Learning objectives:
At the end of this course the participant should be able to:

Retrieve relevant published articles relative to the research question and evaluate relevance of clinical research results in relation to a concrete low resource setting;
Design a research project in the filed of aetiology of health problems, effectiveness and efficiency of diagnostics, clinical management and disease prevention in low resource settings;
Apply principles of EBM. This includes the ability to use gathered evidence in guideline and algorithm development and the ability to evaluate guidelines;
Communicate research results to both professional and scientific communities in written and oral way.

In addition, the participant will gain basic comprehension of:

Pitfalls of implementation of research projects;
Writing standard operation procedures;
Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and ethics in clinical research;
Writing a research grant application including budget and identifying sources of funding for small-scale research projects.

2. TEACHING METHODS
Training in research skills and EBM is a question of "learning by doing" so the course will not be a "rushing through a lot of information" but a hands-on introduction to research and EBM based on a personal project. This method will allow participants to learn while practicing. The course will mainly use adult learning methods. This means a problem oriented training in small groups with regular plenary sessions, coached by a tutor. Throughout the course participants will work on a personal project. Consultants will be invited to discuss specific problems: ethics, statistics, funding etc. based on the different protocols developed by participants, taking them as field examples.

3. EVALUATION AND CERTIFICATE
Evaluation consists of an individual portfolio assessment (5 personal pieces of work required: a description of personal learning interests for the course and 4 pieces chosen by the participant from the different assignments in the course) (70% of final mark) and an individual oral presentation of final research protocol, marked by an expert panel (30% of final mark).
Upon successful completion of this course, students are awarded an ITM credit Certificate in Clinical Research and Evidence-Based Medicine.

4. DURATION OF THE COURSE
The program lasts 6 weeks starting from the second Monday of November.
For a work load of maximum 45 hours, some 26 hours will be contact hours: the major part will be group work alternated with plenary sessions, commented by consultants. One morning a week will be systematically free for personal work.

5. LANGUAGE
The course is organized in English. Students should be able to read and interpret perfectly English texts. Non-native English speakers or participants who did not use English as course language during previous academic studies should reach a TOEFL score 580 (paper based), 230 (computer based), or an IELTS of 6.5.

6. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND APPLICATION PROCEDURE
The course is intended for the following persons:

holders of a medical degree or paramedical university degree of min 240 ECTS credits;
with a minimum of two years relevant professional experience in the clinical field;
with past or current involvement in one of these fields:
- research and/or application of EBM,
- development of clinical guidelines and/or algorithms,
- coaching of medical or paramedical theses in health sciences,
- teaching clinical epidemiology / EBM;
with basic knowledge of statistics and epidemiology (equivalent to the level of a core course in international health);
with basic computer skills: Word, PowerPoint, Excel;
with good understanding and expressing abilities in English (proof to be provided if university education has not be done in English: TOEFL 580 (paper based) or 230 (computer based) or IELTS 6.5).

No more than 20 participants will be admitted. A selection will be made through the following criteria:
motivation mainly based on the description of a personal project (please describe shortly in the application form on page 6, point 6- ‘motivation' a research or EBM project you'd like to work on during the training);
involvement in actual or past research / EBM application;
scope of professional experience;
enrolment in the MIH/tropEd curriculum;
future career perspectives.

Incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g. missing signature). The application form can be downloaded from www.itg.be > teaching & training. Applications should reach us no later than 30th April. This course is tropEd accredited.

7. TUITION FEE AND SCHOLARSHIP
You will find information on the exact fee in the general ITM course overview table of our brochure or on our website www.itg.be (teaching & training > course overview). The fee covers tuition and all course materials. This does not include accommodation and living expenses. The student service can assist you in finding accommodation.

A limited number of scholarships from the Belgian Directory General for Development Cooperation are available. Only participants from certain developing countries are eligible (countries are listed in the application form). The scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis. Participant scholarships are available for EU/EFTA candidates covering 80% of registration fee.

After approval of your application, the registration fee should be paid into the ITM's account nr. 220-05311111-72 (Fortis, Warandeberg 3, 1000 Brussel), BIC/SWIFT: GEBABEBB, IBAN BE 38 2200 5311 1172. Bank charges are at the expense of the applicant.

SHORT COURSE ON STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT OF LOCAL HEALTH SYSTEMS

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OBJECTIVES

The aim of this course is to empower participants to play an active role in the development of local health systems (LHS) in developing countries. It focuses on the local health system defined as the network of public and private healthcare providers at the first line and first referral services, operating within a specific policy environment including the many actors and their influences. The system is analyzed from an organizational and managerial perspective aiming at improving coordination and performance.

The target group for this 8-weeks course are professionals with management functions in health care, supervising or regulating and advocacy organizations or institutions (government or non-governmental). The course is experience-based. At the end participants present their analysis of and proposed solutions for a managerial/organizational problem they experience during their professional practice.

1. COURSE PROGRAMME AND CONTENT

The short course is Strategic Management of Local Health Systems has a study load of 10ECTS credits (approx. 300 hours study time). The course length is 8 weeks, organized through March and April (exact dates see website).

The backbone of the short course is an assignment that runs throughout the course. In coached peer-groups, the participant analyses his/her own organization from a health service manager's perspective. The central question is: "How does my own organization contribute to the public-health goals of the local health system (problem analysis) and how can this contribution be improved (solution analysis)?" Interactive lectures present theories, methods and tools to carry out the different steps of the assignment:

General framework for analysis of performance of public-oriented health systems: evaluation of performance based on public health values and on criteria that take the complexity and systemic nature of health systems into account.
Theories on organizations: organizational configurations, culture, characteristics of the environment (including stakeholder analysis) and leadership.
Resource management: financial, human resources, information and quality.
Influences of and influencing the health policies.

3. EVALUATION AND CREDITS

The evaluation of participants consists of three elements: a seminar (25% of total mark), a literature review paper (25%) and a presentation of the final result of the assignment, followed by an oral synthetic exam (50%). A Credit Certificate is issued to those who pass. In case of failure, a Certificate of Attendance is provided.

4. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND LANGUAGE

The short course targets holders of a master's diploma in public health (MPH) or equivalent and/or professionals with relevant experience in management of health organizations (health care provision, providing expertise and guidance for health care provision, advocacy and networking for health ...) or researchers in these domains.

The course is alternatively organized in English (= even years) and French. Officially attested good knowledge of the course language (French or English; e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, embassy ...) is essential of the candidates from a country where the course language is not the official language. Candidates for the French course need to prove their competence in reading English.

Application forms are available from the course secretariat or can be downloaded from our website http://www.itg.be/ and should be returned latest on November 1st. Accepted candidates will be notified end of December of the same year.

5. TUITION FEE AND SCHOLARSHIPS

You will find information on the exact fee and scholarships in the general ITM course overview and on our website or you can contact the ITM Student Service at education@itg.be. Students from developing countries and the European Union can apply for a scholarship through the ITM (limited number available; for more information contact the course secretariat).

The tuition fee should be paid into the ITM's account nr. 220-0531111-72 (Fortis Bank, Warandeberg 3, 1000 Brussel), BIC/SWIFT: GEBABEBB, IBAN BE 38 2200 5311 1172. Bank charges are at the expense of the applicant.

Programme Eiffel, French

noreply@blogger.com (infobeasiswa) — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:58:00 +0000

http://www.egide.asso.fr/uk/programmes/eiffel

Deadline: Vendredi, 9 January 2009

The French Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs launched the Eiffel excellence scholarship programme in January 1999 to support French centres of higher education in their international outreach initiatives, in a context of mounting competition among developed countries to attract elite students from overseas. In 2005, the scheme was extended with the Eiffel Doctorate programme, addressing high-calibre PhD students.

For greater clarity, the French Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs is now introducing a single application procedure for its Eiffel Scholarship and Eiffel Doctorate Scholarship programmes.

The new Eiffel programme thus covers two types of course:

Master's postgraduate degree course
Ten-month co-tutored or co-managed component (preferably second or third year) of PhD course

The objectives of the Eiffel excellence programme run by the French Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs remain unchanged, the first being to offer French higher-education opportunities for future public- and private-sector decision-makers in three priority areas:
science; economics & management; and law & political science.

Contact
Égide - Programme Eiffel
28 rue de la Grange-aux-Belles
75010 Paris

Tél. : + 33 1 40 40 59 30
Télécopie : + 33 1 40 40 59 24

PhD positions in Optics and Photonics at ICFO, Spain

noreply@blogger.com (infobeasiswa) — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:58:00 +0000

PhD positions in Optics and Photonics

http://www.icfo.es/index.php?section=job_openings0&lang=english

The Institut of Photonic Sciences (ICFO) is a center based in Castelldefels (Barcelona) / Spain, devoted to the research and education of the optical and photonic sciences, at the highest international level.

ICFO, in collaboration with the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC), is offering predoctoral fellowships to well-qualified graduate students who wish to obtain a doctoral degree in any of the photonics-related research fields. Ph.D. students at ICFO benefit from the extensive course offerings of local universities and focused instruction by ICFO professors. Research is carried out at ICFO.

The ICFO-UPC PhD Fellowship Program welcomes applications from individuals with backgrounds in any scientific disciplines related to optics and photonics. Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Eligibility

No restrictions of citizenship apply to the ICFO-UPC Fellowships. Candidates must hold an internationally-recognized Bachelor or Master-equivalent degree of a minimum of officially 4 years studying period.

The degree must be in a field of science and engineering related to optics and photonics.

Suitable backgrounds include optics, physics, mathematics, electronics and telecommunications engineering.

Conditions of fellowships

The fellowships are offered for periods of one year, renewable for a total of four years.
The renovation of the fellowship is conditional on satisfactory performance in research and teaching activities.

Selection procedure

Selection of ICFO-UPC predoctoral fellows is based on merit and potential, measured in terms of the academic record and personal achievements. Proactivity, participation in community activities, and capacity for team-work are also taken into account.

Please note the selection procedure employed at ICFO, detailed in the following.

1) Required documentation for application
To apply for a predoctoral position with ICFO, suitable candidates
are requested to submit:

The fulfilled application form (to be found attached to the call)
A presentation letter with declaration of research interests,
A Curriculum Vitae, including a full address, a contact phone number and e-mail address and a copy of the passport,
A scanned copy of your University academic transcripts in English or Spanish,
A scanned copy of the degree, if available at the time of application,
The contact e-mail of three potential referees.

Applications should be submitted by e-mail to: icfojobs@icfo.es
E-mail submissions must be coded in DOC, PS, or PDF formats and must include the subject line "General PhD".

Applications can also be submitted by post to:
PhD Screening Committee
ICFO – The Institute of Photonic Sciences
Mediterranean Technology Park
Av Canal Olímpic s/n
08860 Castelldefels (Barcelona), Spain

2) Evaluation procedure

The deadline for submission of applications for the present call is: 30th of September, 2008.

Applicants will be notified the results of the first evaluation stage not later than the 03rd of November, 2008.

If an applicant has been selected for the second evaluation stage, the interested group leaders of ICFO will contact personally with that candidate in order to determine research interests or
suitability of the candidate for the interested research group. This second evaluation period will be finished not later than the 15th of December, 2008.

All candidates will be notified of the decision in their case. In case of positive evaluation, the candidate will receive an official offer from the ICFO. The selected candidate will have until the 15th of January, 2009 to confirm his or her decision.
Please note that candidates should be willing to be contacted by phone during the entire selection process.

3) After acceptance by ICFO

Staff of the Human Resources and Education Unit of ICFO assists ICFO-
PhD-students with the following procedures:

Immigration formalities (Visa application process, etc.)
Information about how to legalize your previous studies (e.g. BSc, MSc, etc.)
Selection of the most suitable doctorate programme
Collection of the necessary documentation to be submitted at the University
Registration to the doctorate programme
Further administrative accomplishments necessary for your arrival
to ICFO

For further information, please visit http://www.icfo.es/

Master Degree in Disaster Preparedness, Mitigation and Manage, Asian Institute of Technology

noreply@blogger.com (infobeasiswa) — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:58:00 +0000

The objective of this new academic programme is to instil the necessary capacity for interdisciplinary management and minimize the effects of disasters and people in the front line of disaster preparedness and response. At the end of the programme, graduates will have acquired a deep understanding of scientific and natural disasters.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

Professional Masters Degree Program
Masters Degree Program
Post-Graduate Certificate Program

COLLABORATORS & PARTNERS

Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre (ADPC)
And the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), United States of America
International Institute for Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC), Netherlands
International Centre for Security Urban Engineering (ICUS), The University of Tokyo, Japan
University of Washington (UW), Institute of International Education Tsunami (ITTI), USA
Coastal Resource Center (CRC), University of Rhode Island, USA
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), Japan
United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA), Regional Office for Asia and Pacific, Bangkok
Disaster Prevention Research Institute (DPRI), Kyoto University, Japan

SCHOLARSHIPS & assistantships
A limited number of fellowships and scholarships are available for successful candidates with high school and / or experience in disaster related activities.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT
Candidates with engineering, architecture, natural and social sciences, management and backgrounds are eligible to apply for this program.
Those with backgrounds in relevant fields of study or work experience
will be given priority for selection.

Application must be submitted before June 15 for the month of August and half of the intake air on November 15 for the month of January semester recruitment.
Application on-line can be made at: http://www.ait.ac.th/apply/

CONTACT ADDRESS
For more information, please contact:
Disaster preparedness, mitigation and management of the programme Asian Institute of Technology
P.O. Box 4 12120, Thailand
Tel: +66 2-524-6423
Fax: +66 2-524-6059
Email: dpmm@ait.ac.th
Website: http://www.ait.ac.th/dpmm

18 PhD Positions in Chemistry, University of Warsaw, Poland

noreply@blogger.com (infobeasiswa) — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:58:00 +0000

A new International PhD program - supported by the Polish Foundation of Science - is offered by the Faculty of Chemistry, University of Warsaw, Poland.

http://www.chem.uw.edu.pl/msd_phd
Deadline: 1 January 2009

The program designed in cooperation with well-recognized international research Partner institutions is entitled "From simple molecules to nanostructured and bioactive materials"

It is divided into four thematic lines reflecting increasing complexity of the studied materials:

Simple systems with complex molecular interactions, Nanostructured materials and biomaterials, From new materials to devices and Biomacromolecules and therapeutic systems - modeling and development.

Students from all countries are invited to apply. The Program aims to train future scientists able to work in highly competitive environment and with abilities to work across disciplines. Duration of the program is 4 years, including 6-24 months spent abroad in the foreign Partner institutions.

Up to 18 students will be admitted to the first or second year of the International PhD studies. The successful candidates will be able to choose a Principal Supervisor and select the subject of the project (download subjects of theses).

A fellowship of 3000 PLN/month (tax-free) + 500 PLN/month (insurance) is offered, which compares well with the average salary in Poland. An additional allowance of 1500 PLN /month will be provided for the stay at the foreign partner institution.

Tuition fees for all coursework and health insurance are covered by the fellowship. The university will assist in finding accommodation.

Good luck with your application.
We look forward to welcoming you as a student!

Post Doctoral Fellowships Queensland University Australia

noreply@blogger.com (infobeasiswa) — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 03:45:00 +0000

Position Purpose and Organisational Relationships

This position involves the design of efficient and robust surveillance strategies for the Post Harvest Grains Industry using a variety of existing information sources under uncertainty. The application of existing methodologies in novel ways or development new methods will be made to synthesise biological, spatial and sampling information, enabling the development of strategies that improve the capacity for the detection of grains pests, or demonstrate freedom from pest infestation. To fulfill the duties of this position, National and international travel to liaise with team members and other relevant partners is be required.

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will be appointed within the School of Natural Resource Sciences at QUT and will be located at the QUT Gardens Point Campus. The appointee will conduct research on behalf of the project team and report to the Project Leader, Dr. Grant Hamilton. This project is funded by the Cooperative Research Centre for National Plant Biosecurity.

Duties include:

Planning and conducting research under the supervision of the project leaders. This includes collaboration with other researchers and stakeholders as required. Specific research tasks include:

Assessing data sources and collating appropriate data as required
Reviewing the current surveillance strategies used within the Post Harvest Grains Industry
Developing novel methods for incorporating multiple information sources to increase the power of surveillance systems to detect insect pests

Preparation and publication of research outcomes in relevant refereed journals and presentation of research outcomes at seminars and conferences as directed by the project leader

Liaising with collaborating partners on the conduct of the research project and assisting with associated administrative matters

Providing regular written and verbal reports as directed by the project leader and undertaking associated administrative functions

Assisting in the supervision of research and honours students in project-related areas

As necessary, assisting in gaining further project-related research funding
Maintaining complete and accurate research records
Maintaining research confidentiality and conforming to all requirements for the protection of intellectual property
Undertaking other appropriate research-related duties as directed by the project team leaders
Accountable for complying with health and safety policies, procedures, hazard reporting and safe work practices
Actively participating in research collaborations with other relevant researchers and research partners, under the supervision of project leaders

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential:

Completion of a PhD in statistics with an appropriate biological application, or a PhD in another relevant discipline such as agricultural science or ecology with a strong record of quantitative research.
Capacity to analyse spatial data
Experience in liaising with stakeholders and effectively communicating complex scientific ideas.
Demonstrated well developed written communication skills with a proven track record of publication of scientific results in peer reviewed journals and other research publications.
Demonstrated well developed oral communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Knowledge of workplace health and safety principles which will enable the appointee to implement these principles at an appropriate level.

Desirable:

Experience in Bayesian statistical analysis.
Experience in the design of surveillance systems.
Experience in insect invasion biology.
Experience in agricultural systems, particularly the grains industry

Information for applicants

Applicants are required to notify the University of any immigration restrictions that may preclude them from fulfilling the terms of any contract of employment offered at QUT.

HOW TO APPLY
Please provide:

Application cover sheet
Applicants are encouraged to systematically address the selection criteria
Your current resume – including academic qualifications and the names and contact details of professional referees and the period of notice you would need to give your current employer if offered the position
Applicants should include copies of teaching evaluations (if applicable) and list up to three of their best publications.

Forward your application to jobapplications@qut.edu.au quoting vacancy ref no. 28305 by 15 August 2008 .

Prior to submitting your application please review information regarding immigration requirements, workplace health and safety, equal employment opportunity, non-smoking policy and relocation available at
http://www.hrd.qut.edu.au/jobs/information.jsp .

After the closing date, you can check the status of the recruitment process. QUT is an equal opportunity employer and employer of choice for women.

AL MADINAH INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS - MALAYSIA

noreply@blogger.com (infobeasiswa) — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 03:40:00 +0000

The Scholarship Programme is to assist students in completing their higher education goals. Al-Madinah International University (MEDIU) provides scholarships for students through funds received from private donors and MEDIU’s general funds.

In principal, scholarships will be awarded to students who are academically excellent but lack the financial resources to study at MEDIU.

Types of scholarship offered

MEDIU is currently offering full scholarships for students studying full-time (with a workload of 15 to 18 credit hours per regular semester) in the Bachelor of Islamic Sciences(Hons) and the Bachelor of Languages (Hons) in Arabic language and Literature. MEDIU may be offering partial scholarships for future intakes.

A full scholarship will cover the following:

Tuition and other related fees
Learning materials
Partial living support allowance
Students may receive a laptop on a loan basis from the University, which may be given to students upon successful completion of the degree course

Scholarship Eligibility

Students applying for MEDIU scholarships must meet the following conditions:

a) Applicants must remain a full-time student of MEDIU (with a workload of 15 to 18 credit hours per regular semester),
b) Applicants must not be studying full-time with any other institution.
c) Applicants must not already have a Bachelors degree in the Islamic Sciences or the Arabic Language.
d) Applicants must have good academic standing,
e) Applicants must provide proof of their financial standing/ income level,
f) Applicants must not receive any other full scholarship from any other organizations, and
g) Any other condition that may be imposed by MEDIU from time to time without prior notice.

- Application Procedure click here
- apply for admissions online click here

Closing Date

The closing date for the scholarship application for a new student is on the same closing date as the application for admission.
Application deadline: 16 Agustus 2008

For further information:
Student Services Department,
Scholarship Unit,
Al-Madinah International University,
11th Floor, Plaza Masalam,
2, Jalan Tengku Ampuan Zabedah E/9E,
40100 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia.
email: scholarship[at]mediu.edu.my

Courses at De Montfort University (United Kingdom)

noreply@blogger.com (infobeasiswa) — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 08:12:00 +0000

De Montfort University is committed to supporting international students to benefit from study in the United Kingdom. For courses starting in September 2008, De Montfort University’s Vice-Chancellor is pleased to offer scholarships to 2,000 pounds each.

The scholarships are for 2000 pounds equivalent to a reduction of approximately 20% of the total fees, and will be paid for the entire cost of tuition for foreign students, the status of any country in the World who wish to study at one of the following types of courses at the De Montfort University, Leicester

Full-time undergraduate (BA / BSc) in any of the object
Full-time post-Diplomas and Masters courses (PGDip / MA / MSc / MBA / LLM) in any discipline
Full-time MPhil / PhD research degrees in any subject

Scholarships are available for courses beginning in September 2008 only (ie between September 2008 and June 2009 for MPhil / PhD research degrees).

The award of £ 2000 will be a one-off payment and will be deducted from the full cost of tuition at the beginning of the first (or only) grade.

Students move through DMU of one of our systems or progression established collaborative partnerships can also apply for these grants, if they wish.

Only the status of foreign students are eligible.

We will award up to 16 x £ 2000 scholarships for courses above from September 2008. There will be a limited number of scholarships offered by the faculty:

Faculty of Art and Design: up to 3 scholarships
Faculty of Business and Law: up to 3 scholarships
Faculty of Computer Science and Engineering: up to 5 scholarships
Faculty of Health and Life Sciences: up to 2 scholarships
Faculty of Humanities: up to 3 scholarships

Keep in mind that some of our courses are not included in this scholarship. To confirm whether your choice is, of course, included in the scheme, please contact reception at the Faculty of those teams that you are applying directly.

Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of the submission of a 500 word essay, which will be written by the applicant and evaluated DMU group representatives (each faculty will have his own team).

How to Apply

Choose a course to which you want to apply to take part. If you would like further information or advice, please contact the Center for Inquiry T: +44 (0) 116 257 7513, e-mail or visit enquiry@dmu.ac.uk / International to watch in our online prospectuses.
Complete and submit an application for a course you would like to study. Detailed information on how to apply can be found on the Internet at dmu.ac.uk / international, and in our international prospects. If the application is successful, you will receive the offer letter. You may already have taken place in the course proposal, starting with the 2008/09.
Once you invite a letter (or CONDITIONAL UNCONDITIONAL), and you want to apply for one of the VC International Fellowship 2008/09, you must write an essay of 500 words.

Please write 500 words (in English) on the following issues:
How do your studies at the University of De Montfort improve your future?

After the application deadline, all essays will be evaluated by a group of DMU representatives (one of the panels on the faculty), as well as scholarships will be awarded to applicants that demonstrate, in the view of the group, the following:

Excellent written communication skills
Clear understanding of the course you want to learn
A good understanding of what you hope to gain from the UK Higher Education
A good understanding of employment, you will enter after graduation and skills, you may need
How does this scholarship will help you in the classroom, and in the future
ambitions for the future, motivation and enthusiasm for his subject and learning
Strong academic skills, as evidenced by your pre-qualification and / or academic links, as part of your application.

After its completion, please write your essay, as word document attachment to Maria Kyrris, International Recruitment Team on internationalscholarships@dmu.ac.uk

Please be sure to provide your name, date of birth, e-mail address and your application number with your essay.

Deadline for Applications
If you want to apply for an international scholarship, you should have received your letter and proposal submitted essays on August 1, 2008. No essays received after this date will be accepted under any circumstances.
You will receive an e-mail confirmation of your essay submission, when we receive it. Make sure you keep as proof of acceptance of your application, if required.

Distribution Process
After a period of August 1, 2008 a team from the DMU (one panel at the Department) will evaluate all sit essay submissions. All successful applicants who have received scholarships will be notified by e-mail and letter (regular mail) on September 1, 2008. In 2000 pounds scholarships will be deducted from the total tuition fee of successful applicants, when you arrive for training at DMU. Details of successful recipients will be available from Maria Kyrris at internationalscholarships@dmu.ac.uk after September 10, 2008, if required.

Application Rule

Overseas-only status of the students can apply for scholarships.
Both self-funded and sponsored students have the right to apply for participation.
No cash alternatives will be offered scholarships and can not be transferred to any other time, the DMU, or other designated recipient.
Only in September 2008, entry (or between September 2008 and June 2009, for research applicants) - scholarships, could not be deferred to a statement in September 2009 or later.
For foreign students, who are also entitled to a 5% discount for early payment of their assessed contributions in full to students, in 2000 to £ Scholarship will be deducted from the first full fee, a 5% discount from the fee reduction.
These scholarships will not be awarded in conjunction with any other awards, such as scholarships for graduates of 2008 - students can only receive a stipend DMU, usually a greater cost.
If an applicant is available scholarships, and then withdraw their application, or not enrolled in a course, for any reason, loss of scholarships.
The University reserves the right to withdraw fellowship, or not to provide scholarships, at any time before they are distributed.

Additional information
For more information on scholarships and / or our courses, visit dmu.ac.uk / international, call +44 (0) 116 257 7513 or e-mail enquiry@dmu.ac.uk.

BEASISWA ADS, ADS SCHOLARSHIPS (Start from 16th June 2008))

noreply@blogger.com (infobeasiswa) — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 02:24:00 +0000

ADS APPLICATION FORM

The application period is from 16 June 2008 to 5 September 2008 , and will be advertised in national newspapers in June/July 2008. Advertisements will briefly explain the program and advise candidates to secure an application from one of several sources including departmental training bureaus, governor offices, Kadins, university rectors, IDP Offices, IALF Offices, AEC Offices or from the ADS Office in Jakarta on 18 June 2007.

Candidates must complete the application form, answering all relevant questions and submit it in person, mailing post or courier service to the ADS Office. Applications should be submitted as early as possible. Your application must be received by the post stamp of the closing date at the address indicated in the advertisement for the scholarships. If you submit in person to the ADS office, i f your application is received after the closing date it will not be considered.

You will also be able to get the Application Form or the copy of the Application form at the places mentioned below:

1. IDP Education Jakarta
Wisma Budi 5th floor, suite 502
JL. H.R. Rasuna Said kav.C6, Jakarta, 12940
(021) 2523291

2. I/A/L/F Jakarta
Wisma Budi 5th floor, suite 503
JL. H.R. Rasuna Said kav.C6, Jakarta, 12940
(021) 5213350

3. IDP Education Bandung
JL. Sulanjana No.3, Bandung 40116
West Java
(022) 4211636

4. IDP Education Semarang
Gajah Mada Plaza Blok C No.20-21
Simpang Lima, Semarang
(024) 8317961

5. IDP Education Malang
STP Tribuana
JL. Galunggung No.39, Malang - East Java
(0341) 571782, 568133

6. IDP Education Surabaya
John Robert Powers House
Jl. Kayun 62, Surabaya
Perum Delta Permai
(031) 5466946, 5461280
JL. Panjang Jiwo Permai V No.17. East Java
(031) 8420329

7. I/A/L/F Surabaya
JL. Sumatera No.49, Surabaya
East Java
(031) 5026400

8. IDP Bali (I/A/L/F)
JL. Raya Sesetan No.190 Denpasar
Bali - 80232
(0361) 221782, 221783

9. IDP Education Kupang
JL. Perintis Kemerdekaan I No.16
PO Box 6129 Kelapa Lima. East Nusa Tenggara
(0380) 833734

10. IDP Education Makassar
JL. Lamadukelleng No.60
Makassar, South Sulawesi
(0411) 835166

11. IDP Education Manado
JL. Sarapung No. 33, 2nd floor
Manado, North Sulawesi
(0431) 841448

12. IDP Education Medan
Australia Centre
JL. R.A. Kartini No.32, Medan - North Sumatera
(061) 4157810, 4554504

13. Australian Education Center (AEC) Jakarta
Sentra Mulia 6th Floor, Room 615
JL. HR Rasuna Said Kav.X-6 No.8. Kuningan, South Jakarta
(021) 5229675

14. Australian Education Center (AEC), Surabaya
The International Village - University of Surabaya (UBAYA)
JL. Kali Rungkut, Surabaya - 60293
(031) 2981324

15. Australian Education Center (AEC), Medan
Lobby Floor, Shopping Arcade
Grand Angkasa International Hotel
Jl. Sutomo No.1, Medan 20235
Ph: 061- 4517141, 4555888 Ext.2851
Fax : 061- 4517142

16. Australian Education Reference Site, Makassar
Gedung Pusat Studi Kebijakan dan Manajemen Pembangunan (PSKMP)
Lt.2, Universitas Hasanuddin
Kampus Tamalanrea, Makassar
Phone : 0411- 5068681
Fax : 0411- 586039

17. IDP Education Balikpapan
Jl. MT. Haryono No.115, Ring Road
Balikpapan
0542- 878585

18. IDP Education Australia, D.I. Yogyakarta Office
Jl. Gejayan Soropadan, CC XII No.8B
Yogyakarta 55283, Indonesia
Phone: (62274) 7849450, 7849460
Fax : (62274) 7849470

FULBRIGHT PROGRAMS FOR 2009 - 2010 STUDY YEAR

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FULBRIGHT PROGRAMS

The American Indonesian Exchange Foundation (AMINEF), established in 1992, is a bi-national non-profit foundation that administers the Fulbright Program in Indonesia. Fulbright and related programs through AMINEF annually award more than 160 scholarships to Americans and Indonesians to study, teach, or conduct original research in a variety of disciplines. Please consult the AMINEF website (www.aminef.or.id) or periodic announcements and leaflets for specific program requirements, criteria for selection, and application deadlines. Grants are competitive, comprehensive, and generally cover tuition and fees, textbook allowance, monthly maintenance, international airfare, and health insurance.

PROGRAMS FOR INDONESIANS

General Program Description
The American Indonesian Exchange Foundation (AMINEF) annually offers Fulbright scholarships to study in the United States. The primary focus of the Fulbright Program in Indonesia is to promote mutual understanding between the Republic of Indonesia and the United States of America through educational exchange and academic scholarship. Fulbright scholarships are available to Indonesian citizens with the appropriate qualifications as stipulated in the program descriptions listed below.

General Requirements for All Programs :

Leadership qualities
A good understanding of Indonesian and international cultures
A demonstrated commitment to the chosen field of study
A willingness to return to Indonesia upon completion of the Fulbright program.

Please note : Clear and concise written a Study Objectives and Research Proposals are extremely important factors in being considered for all Fulbright Programs.

Important Required Testing Information
Degree student candidates must take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE for all fields except Law and Business) or Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT for business administration, finance, accounting) if they are selected. It is recommended that applicants begin to familiarize themselves with the above test.

Fulbright Student Program Alumni
Fulbright student program alumni are not eligible to apply to get a second student grant.

MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMS

Fulbright Master’s Degree Program
Preference will be given to applicants who serve as faculty members of state or private institutions of higher education in Indonesia. However, all qualified individuals are eligible to apply.

Applicants will possess:

A Sarjana (S1) degree with a minimum GPA of 3.00 (4.00 scale)
A minimum TOEFL score of 550

Fulbright-Freeport Master’s Degree Program
Preference will be given to Indonesian citizens from Papua who are faculty members at state or private institutions of higher education. Applicants will possess:

Sarjana (S1) degree with a minimum GPA of 3.00 (4.00 scale)
A demonstrated commitment to the development and service of Papua
A minimum TOEFL score of 500

Deadline: May 31, 2008

Fulbright Tsunami Relief Initiative Program
This program is specifically designed for individuals who wish to pursue an advanced degree at an American university in a discipline related to tsunami reconstruction efforts or future relief development activities in Aceh, Nias and the northern part of Sumatera. Faculty members as well as other qualified individuals are eligible for these awards. Applicants will possess:

Sarjana (S1) degree with a minimum GPA of 3.00 (4.00 scale)
A minimum TOEFL score of 520 at the time of application

Deadline: May 31, 2008

Ph.D. PROGRAM

Fulbright Presidential Scholarship Program (Ph.D. Program)
This open competition is for applicants who serve or plan to serve as faculty members of state or private institutions of higher education in Indonesia. Applicants will possess:
Master’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale)

A determination to take up academic positions in higher education upon their return
A minimum TOEFL score of 575. A score of 550 will be considered for certain fields

Deadline: May 31, 2008

RESEARCH PROGRAM

Fulbright Doctoral Dissertation Research Program
This research grant is intended to provide U.S. research opportunities to Indonesian university doctoral candidates who are in the final stages of writing their dissertation. The grant duration is for a period of three to six months. Applicants should have a minimum TOEFL score of 575 to participate in this program.

Deadline: May 31, 2008

Fulbright Senior Research Program
This research grant benefits Indonesian scholars who have a doctoral degree or equivalent professional qualifications. The grant affords Indonesian scholars the opportunity to conduct research in the U.S. for a period of three to six months. Applications should also be able to demonstrate sufficient English language proficiency to conduct research in the U.S.

Deadline: August 31, 2008

OTHER PROGRAMS

Fulbright Foreign Language (Bahasa Indonesia) Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program
Applicants must be English language teachers or currently in training to become an English language teacher and must be able to demonstrate a commitment to English language teaching upon return to Indonesia following the award. The program is for one academic year (9 months) and requires the grantee to teach Bahasa Indonesia at U.S. universities for up to 20 hours per week and to enroll in at least two U.S. Studies and/or ESL methodology classes per semester under a full tuition waiver. Applicants can be no older than 29 years of age at the time of application and must possess a minimum TOEFL score of 550.

Deadline: November 3, 2008

Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program for Mid-Career Professionals
Hubert H. Humphrey fellowships enable Indonesian mid-career professionals to participate in non-degree programs that combine academic coursework at the graduate level with professional development activities in the U.S. for a perioed of one academic year (9 months). Candidates are typically administrators in leadership positions with a minimum of five years of work experience who represent either the public or non-profit private sectors, including Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s) who are committed to public service. Applicants will possess:

Sarjana (S1) degree with a minimum GPA of 2.75 (4.00 scale)
A minimum TOEFL score 525.

Deadline: May 31, 2008

Fulbright Visiting Specialist Program
The Fulbright Visiting Specialists Program provides grants for Indonesian scholars and practitioners to conduct intensive three to six week programs of teaching, lecturing and public outreach on topics in Islamic civilization and developments in the Muslim world. Ideal applicants are scholars or practitioners with outstanding records of academic, professional, community service, the ability to address topics in Islamic civilization in addition to teaching in their own disciplines and about Indonesia, the ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically in English and the desire to serve as a cultural ambassador. The program does not support research and provides no time for the participants to pursue personal projects. Participants may be in fields of Islamic and area studies, political science, international relations, business and economics, history, women’s studies, journalism, sociology, religion, literature, anthropology, and the arts.

Deadline: May 31, 2008

International Fulbright Science and Technology Award for Ph.D. Study
The AMINEF is pleased to announce the availability of approximately 40 awards to be competed worldwide under the aegis of International Fulbright Science and Technology Award for Ph.D. study at top U.S. institutions in science, technology, or engineering for the 2008 - 2009 academic year matriculants. Fulbright scholarships for this particular program are available to Indonesian citizens with the appropriate qualifications as stipulated below. Applicants will possess:

A Bachelor and/or Master’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.00 scale)
Undergraduate students who will complete the degree before August 1, 2008 may also apply
A minimum TOEFL score of 580 at the time of application
A minimum GRE quantitative score of 700 (GRE test will be required if selected for nomination)

Deadline: April 15, 2008

Community College Summit Initiative Program
The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the United States Department of State is pleased announce the Community College Summit Initiative Program. This new international educational exchange program enables individuals from Indonesia to study at a community college in the United States to develop professional skills. Eligible fields are Business Management and Administration; Tourism and Hospitality Management; Health Professionals, including Nursing; Media; Information Technology; Agriculture, and Engineering Science.

To apply to the program, candidates must :

Have completed a secondary school education (High School Diploma)
Have relevant work experience or be currently working in the field in which they are applying
Have English language skills that provide a basis for enrolling in academic coursework following approximately 6 months of intensive English language study in the U.S.
Submit a complete application
A minimum Institutional TOEFL score 500 or TOEIC score 650 (only scores less than 2 years old are valid)

Deadline: November 1, 2008

Note : Those who are currently enrolled in S1 or S2 programs or D3, or have completed S1, S2, D3, are NOT eligible for this program.

Priority Disciplines
Fulbright Programs : All disciplines and fields of study are eligible for a Fulbright award as indicated. The Fulbright Program is eligible in some programs to sponsor foreign medical doctors only, if they are engaged in observation and research, NOT in patient care or medical training.

The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program for Mid-Career Professionals : Agricultural Development/Agricultural Economics; Communications/Journalism; Economic Development; Administration; Technology Policy and Management; Public Policy Analysis and Public Health Policy and Management (including HIV/AIDS policy and prevention; drug abuse education, treatment, and prevention. Researchers, treatment providers, prevention specialists, and program planners at governmental or non-governmental organizations will also be considered for this award).

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates should complete the appropriate application forms and return them to AMINEF by the application deadline. Forms are available either by mail, in person at the AMINEF Office, Gedung Balai Pustaka, 6th floor, Jl. Gunung Sahari Raya 4, Jakarta 10720, or via the AMINEF Website at the following URL: www.aminef.or.id. Please return to AMINEF your complete application package by the application deadline that includes :

Completed application form. This includes a clearly written and concise study objective.
Copy of your most recent, less than two years old, TOEFL score report.
One letter of reference, either from your current employer or previous lecturer.
Copy of academic transcript and diploma (English translation).
Copy of identify document (KTP or passport).

CONTACT INFORMATION
Specific questions regarding the application process are accepted via e-mail at the following address : infofulbright_ind@aminef.or.id

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT TRAINING COURSE

noreply@blogger.com (infobeasiswa) — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 02:07:00 +0000

INTRODUCTION
The Academy of Sciences Malaysia in collaboration with the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the OIC Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (COMSTECH) organized the OIC Conference on Science and Technology from 7 - 10 October, 2003 in Kuala Lumpur. This conference was organized as a side event of the 10th Session of the Islamic Summit Conference, which was held on 11 - 18 October 2003 in Putrajaya. This conference has produced the resolutions called Kuala Lumpur Declaration on Science and Technology for Socio-Economic Well Being of the Ummah, which declared VISION 1441 as a vision for Muslim world to rededicate themselves to mastering science, and technology to ensure that they can face the challenges of the new global economy.

VISION 1441 - “OIC member states are committed to become a community that values knowledge and is competent in utilizing and advancing Science and Technology (S&T) to enhance the socio-economic well being of the Ummah”.

Kuala Lumpur Declaration was then adopted by 10th. Session of the Islamic Summit Conference. The Declaration has identified 7 key strategic thrusts in achieving Vision 1441 including capabilities and capacities. In the era of knowledge economy, skilled people are at the centre of this economy. They are the building blocks of most of the OIC countries efforts to transform their economies. The availability of skilled people especially in science and technology among member countries is extremely low - in most cases the figure is less than 10 researchers, scientists and engineers per 10,000 labour force. Member countries need to urgently address this deficiency by instituting various human resource development programmes. The Kuala Lumpur Declaration on Science and Technology for Socio-Economic Well Being of the Ummah has outlined six recommendations on strengthening S&T capabilities and capacities including to launch science and technology management training courses for senior personnel of S&T institutions as well as those from industry among member countries.

The first, second and third Science and Technology Management Training Courses for Researchers in OIC Countries were organized in 2005, 2006 and 2007 under the Malaysian Technical Cooperation Program (MTCP). A total of 108 participants from OIC member countries attended this course. Following the success in these courses, the fourth training course will not only contribute towards developing the human capital of OIC countries but will go a long way towards building greater people to people understanding among the Ummah.

COURSE OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the course are to provide participants with :
Sufficient theoretical insights on current trends in science and innovation management including the concept of a National Innovation System; science awareness, R&D commercialization, technology transfer, public-industry linkages and techno-entrepreneurship;
Skill on sound research management practices including writing of research proposals and presentation of technical reports as well as activities aimed at fostering a creative and innovative organizational culture;
Opportunities to establish joint research collaborations among member countries.

COURSE OUTLINE

The main topics covered in this two-week course include, among others, the following :
Science, technology and innovation in the knowledge economy
Knowledge society and role of researchers
Writing a winning research proposal
Quantitative methods for science and innovation policy research
Communicating science to the public
Public sector-industry linkages
Commercialization of research
Techno-entrepreneurship
Intellectual property rights.

In addition to the above topics, technical visits to research institutions and local case studies will be included in the course programme to complement the class presentations.

COURSE DURATION AND VENUE
The programme will las for two weeks. It will be held in Kuala Lumpur from 13th October - 24th October, 2008.

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
A maximum of 30 participants will be selected for the training course. 20 participants will be from OIC countries and another 20 from Malaysia. The mixture of participants from OIC countries and local participants will enable mutual exchange of knowledge and experience among the participants as well provides opportunities for discussion on possible research collaboration.

THE CRITERIA OF PARTICIPANTS
The criteria for selecting the participants are as follows :
(i) Have at least bachelor’s degree in science or engineering. Those who have MSc or PhD in science or engineering are preferred.
(ii) The participant should hold at least one of the following responsibility :
Senior scientist heading the public research institution or research centre within institute of higher learning; or
Senior scientist heading scientific research programme.
(iii) Responsible for decision making on matter regarding research on science and technology in country.
(iv) In order to take full advantage of this course, the participants must be proficient in English.
(v) Preference will be given to those who are able to actively participate in the course and to influence the course outcomes.
(vi) 45 years of age or below.
(vii) Participants must be in good health (Applicant must submit his/her medical certificate together with the application form).

RESOURCE PERSON
The Academy of Sciences has 145 Fellows drawn from eminent Malaysian scientists, engineers and technologist in the fields of medical sciences, chemical sciences, biological sciences, mathematical and physical sciences, chemical sciences, information technology, and science and technology development and industry. Fellows of the Academy and other local experts from universities and research institutions will be selected as the resource persons for the training course. They will be selected based on their expertise, experience relevant to the course.

MODES OF DELIVERY
A combination of the following will be used in the delivery of the training course.

Lectures
Workshop and discussions
Case studies
Role play/simulation
Visit to selected research institutions/research centres both public and private.

MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION
The course will be conducted in English.

CERTIFICATES
Certificates will be awarded to participants upon the successful completion of the course.

ALLOWANCE
All sponsored participants will be provided with the following :
Air ticket (economy class) round trip from the relevant countries.
Accommodation, food, medical, travel insurance, and transportation expenses within Malaysia.

APPLICATION AND ENQUIRIES
All applicants are required to complete the prescribe application form as in Appendix 1, and submit four (4) copies of the completed forms to the respective Embassies in Kuala Lumpur, which will be forwarded to the Academy of Sciences Malaysia, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Economic Planning Unit (EPU) and Public Service Department (JPA). The Government of Malaysia will inform the successful applicants to the course not later than 22nd September, 2008.

CLOSING DATE OF APPLICATIONS
All applications should be submitted to the Academy of Sciences Malaysia by 13th July, 2008.

(Application form also can be downloaded from http://www.akademisains.gov.my).

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