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[UK] PhD Studentship in Design at Goldsmiths University of London

2010-08-22T13:02:00.000+07:00

PhD Studentship in Design at Goldsmiths University of London

Overview
The Department of Design at Goldsmiths, University of London, is pleased to announce one 3-year, fully funded, PhD studentship in Design, available from October 2010 or January 2011.The student will be expected to make a strong contribution to research in the department, working with established researchers on topics close to their own. Examples of relevant research groups and interests within the department include:

* The Interaction Research Studio : socially-oriented and speculative interaction design. Current projects focus on design for interpretation and re framing online information for specific situations.
* The PI studio : ubiquitous computing, product innovation, and design for public spaces.
* Technology Education Research Unit : exploring design processes, including through digital capture, in the contexts of learning, teaching, assessment and research.
* Environmental Design : critically sensitive design interventions focused on environmental issues. Current projects focus on ecological urbanism, designing for political engagement and participation, and creative practice for climate change.
* New Materials : the nature, attributes of and applications for new materials for design

Eligibility
The University is looking for a truly top calibre student to receive this award. Applicants should hold, or expect to have attained, a masters degree (distinction or merit) by the time the studentship commences. The University is particularly interested in applicants with significant design experience or experience in academia, with a good track record of design in professional or research contexts, and/or a track record of research and publication.

Application process
Applications should be sent by e-mail to Prof Bill Gaver, Postgraduate Convener, on w.gaver@gold.ac.uk, and should consist of:

1. short covering letter,
2. research proposal (maximum 2,000 words)
3. full CV, including names of two academic referees.

The submission deadline is August 31st, 2010.

[UK] PhD Studentship in Heap Leaching at Imperial College London

2010-08-22T13:00:00.002+07:00

PhD Studentship in Heap leaching at Imperial College London

Overview
Development of a Heap Leaching Simulator for the Minerals Industry Imperial College London, Department of Earth Science and Engineering, Phd Studentship. Heap leaching is a process for extracting metals from ores. It is rapidly increasing in its usage due to lower operating and capital costs compared to more conventional extraction methods.This project will involve integrating a novel continuum description for the unsaturated flow of liquid through a packed bed with models for mass transport, reaction kinetics and heat flow within the heap in order to produce an overall simulation of the process.

Eligibility

* A C/C++ programming ability is essential and it is highly desirable that the candidate has a background in fluid dynamics
* excellent students with a background in Engineering, Physics or Applied Maths

Funding
£15,590 per year

Application Process
Complete college online application form including CV & supporting statement (where possible please indicate your chosen project & supervisor)

For more info about the application procedure click here

Submission deadline is December 2010.

[Iceland] Snorri Sturluson Icelandic Fellowships

2010-08-22T13:00:00.001+07:00

Snorri Sturluson Icelandic Fellowships

Overview
The Árni Magnússon Institute for Icelandic Studies invites applications for the Snorri Sturluson Icelandic Fellowships. The Snorri Sturluson Fellowships are granted to writers, translators and scholars (not to university students) in the field of humanities, from outside Iceland, to enable them to stay in Iceland for a period of at least three months, in order to improve their knowledge of the Icelandic language, culture and society.

The Árni Magnússon Institute for Icelandic Studies advertises the Fellowships, handles applications, and assists Fellows during their stay in Iceland, at the conclusion of which Fellows are expected to submit a report to the Institute on how the grant was spent.

Fellowship

* is based in principle on travel expenses to and from Iceland plus living expenses while in the country;
* number of them are awarded once a year;
* a special three-man committee, comprising representatives of the Árni Magnússon Institute for Icelandic Studies, the University of Iceland Literary Institute, and the Writers` Association of Iceland, awards the fellowships.

Application procedure
All interested applicants should submit following documents:

1. a brief but thorough account of the purpose of their stay in Iceland, specifying period of stay
2. details of education
3. publications

Applications should be sent by ordinary mail to following address:

Árni Magnússonar Institute for Icelandic Studies
Sigurður Nordal Office
P.O. Box 1220
121 Reykjavík
Iceland

The application deadline is 31 October 2010.

With any further queries contact nordals@hi.is

[Belgium] Global Governance and Democratic Government

2010-08-22T12:57:00.000+07:00

Global Governance and Democratic Government

Overview
The Leuven Centre for Global Governance Studies are looking for a Research Assistant. K.U.Leuven Centre of Excellence, hosts a 7-year research programme on `Global Governance and Democratic Government` (2010-2017). This research programme aims at the construction of a new paradigm for democratic global governance. K.U.Leuven offers an employment as full-time doctoral researcher starting on 1 November for 1 year, renewable up to 4 years.

Eligibility

* You obtained a Master in Philosophy with a clear and demonstrable interest in political philosophy.
* You have excellent command of English.
* Foreign experience and knowledge – preferably an additional degree – of law, linguistics, political science or sociology are a plus.
* During your studies you obtained excellent results from a leading university.
* You are open to interdisciplinary research.
* You are able to work in a research team involving junior and senior colleagues and can organize your own activities.
* You are able to handle stress and deadlines and are familiar with multi-tasking.

Opportunities at K.U.Leuven

* You are part of an interdisciplinary group of scholars conducting research on `Global Governance and Democratic Government`.
* You conduct doctoral research – as part of the research programme on `Global Governance and Democratic Government` – in the area of political philosophy.
* You specialize in political philosophy, with emphasis on democratic theory. In particular, you explore the theoretical preconditions of democratic representation. To do so, you will develop in particular expertise in contemporary continental political theory. Your analysis will serve as the theoretical backdrop for the construction of a paradigm for global governance practices which satisfy the demands of democracy and justice.
* You publish and hold presentations on topics related to the political philosophy of democratic representation.
* Within a four-year time span, your academic research will result in the submission and defence of a PhD-dissertation.

All interested applicants should visit the official K.U.Leuven web site and apply online.

For more information about the job description contact Prof. Dr. Antoon Braeckman, Toon.Braeckman@kuleuvenkortrijk

[Italy] Master of Arts at MIREES

2010-08-22T12:55:00.000+07:00

Master of Arts at MIREES

Overview
The international Master of Arts MIREES is a Second cycle Joint Degree (120 ECTS), awarded by the Faculty of Political Science “Roberto Ruffilli” in cooperation with the following partner universities: Vytautas Magnus University at Kaunas; Corvinus University of Budapest; Saint-Petersburg State UniversitySi apre in una nuova finestra. MIREES is an innovative graduateprogramme , taught entirely in English , unique in Italy and Europe, devoted to students that have a BA background in Economics, Politics, International Relations, History, Agricultural or Cultural studies at large, and would now like to acquire a specialized, in-depth knowledge of the Post-socialist Countries in transition, the new EU member States after the Enlargements of 2004 and 2007, as well as the New East-European Neighbour Countries.

Eligibility

* A suitable personal preparation in either Law,Economics, Social Sciences (Political science, Sociology, Political Geography, Demography, Gender Studies, Psychology, Anthropology), Humanities (History, Philosophy,Literature, Language Studies, Cultural studies) and Agriculture, both European and international, and also in recent political and economic events in the European and international contexts, usually supplied by a First Cycle Degree (BA).
* Essentials computer science skills and an active knowledge of English, whilst accepted students will be encouraged to use at least two languages among those of the EU Member States and deepen the knowledge of the qualifying language skills offered by MIREES.
* The selection criteria are high-quality university performance, quality and quantity of works already published, strong motivation and language competence; relevant professional experience will also be appreciated.

How to apply
Before applying online using the AlmaWelcome online service , applicants are strongly suggested to check the information listed below they will be required to provide:

1. motivation to participate in the Master`s MIREES
2. who will write the two letters of recommendation
3. any working experiences, scholarships, publications, academic honors, distictions and the like
4. if a scholarship to participate in the programme is required
5. the Embassy where the visa will be applied for.

After registering on AlmaWelcome, applicants are required to send the following paper docs:

1. completed Application form which can be downloaded from AlmaWelcome;
2. completed programme proposal which can be downloaded from AlmaWelcome;
3. a detailed English-written curriculum vitae ac studiorum;
4. a copy of the degree certificate, with the full transcript of all exams passed, with results, issued by the University where the degree was obtained, together with a back-to-front photocopy of an identity document and a signed student`s statement confirming that it is a faithful copy of the original.
5. English language certificate (not required in case of English mother-tongue applicants or students who were awarded a BA from an English language university).
6. Two letters of introduction written by Academics in English or, if the applicant belongs to an institution, by the institution`s manager (the letters can be sent either by the applicant or by its writer)
7. Attestation of essential computer skills
8. A copy of each publication, if any.

*All documents are to be produced in English or Italian and submitted by 15 September 2010. In the event the required documents are not written in English or Italian, they shall be accompanied by a translation into English written on unstamped paper. The translation can be done by the applicants themselves.

contact: info.spfo@unibo.it

The European Regional Master`s Degree in Democracy and Human Rights in South-East Europe (ERMA), is a regional interdisciplinary one–year full time MA programme. It is established in 2000, by eleven participating universities and research centers, coordinated by the Center for InterdisciplinaryPostgraduate Studies of the University of Sarajevo in cooperation with the University of Bologna through its Istituto per l`Europa Centro–Orientale e Balcanica. The ERMAprogramme is an educational activity intended for students that would combine practical experience in human rights issues with further academic study.

[Italy] Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti Milano (NABA)Master programs

2010-08-22T12:54:00.000+07:00

Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti Milano (NABA)Master programs

Overview
Designing hospitality – International competition for NABA Master programs 2011
NABA – Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti Milano – is an innovative Arts and Design Academy and at the same time a dynamic artistic and cultural centre. Strongly oriented towards experimentation, NABA aims at integrating education, research and production and at fostering a cross-disciplinary, intercultural and socially responsible approach to education and artistic production.

In 2010 NABA celebrates its 30th birthday and joins Laureate International Universities, a network of more than 100 campus in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. That`s why NABA launches a competition aimed at collecting the best ideas and projects focusing on hospitality, a specially relevant subject for an institution welcoming every year more than 200 students from more than 40 different countries, based in an increasingly multicultural town such as Milan.

8 full scholarships (one for each program) are available for the authors of the best hospitality-oriented projects, declined in the various areas of NABA Master programs starting in January 2011.

For more information about admission to Master programme click here

Application procedure
Interested applicants may download the specific project briefings clicking on the banners at the bottom of the official web page. The projects need to be submitted to NABA by September 30th 2010.

An international jury will evaluate the projects and award the scholarships to the authors of the most interesting ones.

With any further queries contact infomaster@naba.it

[Denmark] 8 PhD Scholarships in Climate Change; Impacts, Mitigation and Adaptation at University of Copenhagen

2010-08-22T12:52:00.000+07:00

8 PhD Scholarships in Climate Change; Impacts, Mitigation and Adaptation at University of Copenhagen

Overview
Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Copenhagen (LIFE) offers offers 8 PhD scholarships within Climate Change; Impacts, Mitigation and Adaptation. The three-year studentships are expected to be effective from 1 December or soon thereafter. Applications are welcomed within the following 15 areas; please observe that only 8 PhD scholarships will be awarded.

Research areas

1. Research to prevent methane emission from ruminant livestock and associated damage to the environment
2. Downscaling climate change information for agriculture and natural resource management
3. Spatial characterisation and modelling of bio-production, eco-systems and climate driven spatial change
4. Climate change effects on ecology and pest status of noxious species
5. Developing sustainable, climate-favorable fertilizer technologies for industrial and third world agriculture
6. Waste management effects on GHG emissions and climate change – in a life cycle assessment perspective
7. Climate Change and Mitigation: Forestry and land-use change
8. Climate Change and Adaptation: Forestry and land-use change
9. Impact of climate change on emerging plant diseases and their threat to food security
10. Climate and contaminants in agricultural drainage water
11. Climate change: Costal Flooding Impacts and Adaptation Strategies in Urban Planning
12. Economics of Climate Change and Natural Resources Management
13. Climate change- GIS-based models for assessing changes in transmission patterns and human health risks of food-borne zoonotic trematode infections in south-east Asia
14. GIS-based models and risk assessment to establish effect of climate change on Salmonella in aquacultures in South-east Asia
15. Effect of climate change on the disease biology of vector-borne helminth diseases in Africa

For further information about climate change research at LIFE (in Danish) click here

Eligibility

* Passed Master`s degree in relation to the above subject area(s);
* The PhD candidate is also required to have research potential, to be enterprising, to possess good interpersonal skills and to be qualified for enrolment into the PhD programme;
* The position as a PhD fellow requires the applicant to be approved for admission to the PhD programme of the university in question.

Application procedure
The application must be sent by e-mail in pdf-format only. Applicants should include all the documents they wish to be evaluated in one single pdf-file. The application must include the following appendices:

* Appendix 1: curriculum vitae with documentation of education.
* Appendix 2: material required for expert assessment, including publications and documentation of work experience.

Foreign diplomas (Master, Bachelor and the like) must be provided in the original language as well as in an English translation. For all diplomas, Danish or otherwise, transcripts containing the names and grades/marks for all courses taken must also be included.

The applications should be marked 625-264 and submitted by E-mail to anc@life.ku.dk (Please, indicate clearly which position you apply for)

The application deadline is 1st September 2010.

With any further queries contact Course Administration c/o special advisor Michael Cleve Hansen at: mclh@life.ku.dk

[Australia] Postgraduate Scholarship at Ice Warm Scholarships

2010-08-19T12:11:00.000+07:00

Postgraduate Scholarship at Ice Warm Scholarships

Overview
ICE WaRM offers a scholarship program to attract high quality international students to education and training in water resources management, delivered by ICE WaRM partner institutions.

The ICE WaRM scholarship program aims to:

* provide high calibre students with the opportunity to study with ICE WaRM partners to further their knowledge;
* provide students with the opportunity to participate in research and advance their scientific knowledge in water resources management;
* encourage the exchange of ideas on best practice within water-related fields;
* provide students with the opportunity to participate in presentations, conferences, seminars and forums on contemporary issues in water resources management;
* provide the opportunity for students from organizations and countries currently facing major water issues to participate in programs which they may not be able to fund;
* demonstrate a commitment to cultural change and diversity and the international sharing of knowledge and skills related to water resources management.

Eligibility

Visit the Post-Graduate Programs page to find the eligibility terms.

Application Process

You need to visit the official website where you will need to complete an online registration form in order to gain access to the relevant application forms.Once you press “submit” you will see a web page with links to 3 documents:

1. Scholarship Guidelines
2. Scholarship Application Form
3. Scholarships Confidential Referee Report

Then you need to print and/or save this files.

Complete the Scholarship Application Form and send to ICE WaRM with relevant documentation by the deadline.

Application deadlines
ICE WaRM offers two rounds of scholarships annually, in February and July. Applicants are able to begin applying for current or future rounds at any time. The current round (to commence in Semester 1 – February 2011 has a deadline of 27th August, 2010.

For more info click here or contact

ICE WaRM Education Services Coordinator
Email: scholarships@icewarm.com.au
GPO Box 860
Adelaide SA 5000

Submision deadline for the current round is August 27th, 2010.

[Australia] International Postgraduate Research Scholarship at Edith Cowan University

2010-08-19T12:09:00.000+07:00

International Postgraduate Research Scholarship at Edith Cowan University

Overview
The Graduate Research School of Edith Cowan University Western Australia offers PhD and Master Research Scholarships for the 2010/11 session to International Students at University. The EIPRS scheme is prestigious and highly competitive. International Postgraduate Research scholarships at Edith Cowan University are restricted only to those applicants wishing to commence their studies in either a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Master by Research.
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Eligibilit

* Academic merit, academic qualifications that are equivalent to either an Australian bachelor degree with first class honours or an Australian Master by Research. Qualifications gained outside of Australia will be assessed to determine how they compare to an Australian qualification.
* Research, significant publication record.
* Must meet Edith Cowan University English entry requirements.
* Must meet international student visa requirements as specified by the Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs (DIMA).
* Must not have held an Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) scholarship within the two years prior to commencing the ECU-IPRS.
* May not concurrently receive a Faculty Scholarship or other major scholarship.
* To be eligible for either scholarship, applicants MUST meet English entry requirements for the course applying for and be a commencing student (not enrolled at the time of applying).

Application process:

* Fill in the application form.
* Applicants must provide the original or certified copies of academic documentation, including academic transcripts and proof of completion from any tertiary qualification, except for qualifications completed at ECU.
* It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all documentation presented in a foreign language is also accompanied by an authorised English translation.
* An applicant`s research experience will be taken into consideration in the assessment of applications for scholarship. Applicants are required to provide evidence of any research grants received or research that has been published.

Fund:
AUD$25,000 per year (tax free) stipend/living allowance, tuition fees and overseas health cover paid. A stipend is granted as well (three years for Doctoral degree or up to two years for Master by Research).

Send your completed applications and associated documentation to:
Research Scholarships Officer
Scholarship Office
Edith Cowan University
270 Joondalup Drive
JOONDALUP
WESTERN AUSTRALIA 6027

The application deadline is 31 August 2010

Any further queries should be addressed to: scholarships@ecu.edu.au

For further information visit the official web page.

[UK] The Cecil Lewis Sculpture Scholarships at University of the Arts London

2010-08-19T12:07:00.000+07:00

The Cecil Lewis Sculpture Scholarships at University of the Arts London

Overview
The Cecil Lewis Sculpture Scholarships aims towards promoting postgraduate studies at University of the Arts London for students with the ability and potential to make an exceptional contribution to the fine arts. The Scholarships will cover all tuition fees and provide a contribution towards maintenance expenses for two students accepted on a Masters Degree course to study sculpture at University of the Arts London. Applications are encouraged from Home/EU and International students who will benefit from postgraduate studies to realise their full potential and who are unable to finance themselves through their studies. The scholarships will be awarded according to financial need and academic merit.

Application process:

* Fill in the application form
* Cd containing 10 PDF images of recent work
* CV

The fully completed application form including all additional information should be send by post to: Scholarships & Bursaries
Student Funding
University of the Arts London
272 High Holborn
London
WC1V7EY

The application deadline is 20th of August, 2010.

For the guidelines and application form click here.

For more information visit the official web page.

[Lithuania] Master Scholarship in Sustainable Regional Health Systems at Vilnius university

2010-08-18T10:39:00.001+07:00

Master Scholarship in Sustainable Regional Health Systems at Vilnius university

Overview
This European Master in Sustainable Regional Health Systems aims to fill the gap in Health Management by approaching the theme of health system management and planning on a regional level.

This Master promotes the benchmarking of the different health system models helping to construct the comprehensive health system management and planning, including both, health care and promotion, as well as the interrelation between health and socio-economic areas. It aims to spread out the European model of health promotion and health planning, sustainability and the role of health system in social cohesion and strengthening of social capital.

At the end of the Masters Course the students will graduate with Joint Master`s degree awarded by all Consortium universities and can work as middle and upper level managers in hospitals and health services as well as in regional and national administrative bodies related to public health planning and management in diverse sectors: health insurance, health financing, strategic planning, etc.

Scholarship
If you are a non-EU student (Category A):

* Contribution to travel, installation and any other type of costs: € 8000
* Maximum contribution to the EMMC participation costs (including insurance coverage):

- € 4000 / semester
- Monthly allowance: € 1000 / month

Admission
Admission may be granted to applicants who meet the following common admission criteria:

* A university degree in Sociology, Psychology, Law, Political Science, Anthropology, History, Medicine, Social Work, Social Education, Nursing, Public Health etc, that they want to specialize in the scope of the health.
* Candidates are required to have a recognized qualification in the language of instruction of the university that they plan to attend. Knowledge of languages of the place of study is an asset.
* A sufficient score of one of the following English language certificates (TOEFL, First Certificate, IELTS).
* Statement of intent. Applicants must submit a statement of intent indicating why the Master`s is relevant for future carrier.

Application
For applicants who seek and are eligible for Erasmus Mundus “Category A” scholarships, and self-financing students application is open since 1st of July and will be closed in 2011 January.

* Step 1 Fill in on-line application form and after submitting, please, print it and sign.
* Step 2 Your application should consist of the following documents:

1. A complete and signed standard application form
2. A copy of the passport or other official identification proof
3. Sertified copies of diplomas and translation in English. (If legalized copies of diplomas are not available at the time of application, an original statement from your current university about the studies done and studies currently being done must be provided)
4. Copies of diploma supplements stating courses followed and scores obtained per course and translation in English
5. Copies of language tests scores and language certificates (TOEFL/IELTS, etc.)
6. Letter of motivation
7. 2 reference letters
8. Academic and professional CV

Please note, that application becomes property of the Secretariat of Programme. Therefore no original official documents should be sent. Upon admission to the programme, legalized copies of diplomas, language tests and certificates will be required.

Application should be posted to:
European Master in Sustainable
Regional Health Systems
Institute of Public Health
Faculty of Medicine
Vilnius university
Ciurlionio str.21
LT-03101 Vilnius
Lithuania

For more information, visit the official website.

European Masters in Lifelong Learning at Erasmus Mundus

2010-08-18T10:38:00.001+07:00

European Masters in Lifelong Learning at Erasmus Mundus

Overview
The rationale of the Masters of Lifelong Learning is to increase the awareness of European Lifelong Learning policies in a regional European context as well as on a global scale. It aims to provide policy-makers and professionals with responsibility for managing, delivering or supporting Lifelong Learning with opportunities to develop their own analysis and practice in what is a constantly changing economic, social, technological and policy environment.

Eligibility

* a good first degree (humanities or social sciences) from a recognised institution of higher education
* a satisfactory level of spoken and written English: IELTS 7.0 and TOEFL 650 (written paper test)

The Master of Lifelong Learning seeks to form professionals able to:

* Design and develop educational policies concerned with Lifelong Learning
* Promote innovation processes within Lifelong Learning systems suited to the social and organisational contexts in which they are to be undertaken, so as to facilitate change and social transformation
* Develop competences required in order to mediate between the educational community and the needs of the local environment
* Advise organisations on the planning, implementing, evaluating, supervising and control of training mechanisms in Lifelong Learning
* Take part in the new developments and reforms taking place in Europe in accordance with the Bologna and Copenhagen process
* Integrate ICT and e-learning as a tool in educational programmes etc.

Scholarship
Scholarship amounts to 21,000 Euro per academic year. This includes 10 monthly grants of 1,600 Euro and a fixed amount of 5,000 Euro for fees, travel expenses, relocation costs, etc. For courses lasting two years, the student receives double this amount, i.e. 42,000 Euro.

Application procedure
# All interested applicants should submit following documents: student application form (incl. photo)
# certified copy of 1st degree
# IELTS/TOEFL certificate
# CV
# letter of recommendation (reference)
# qualification essay
For application forms, please contact the Consortium Office at malll@dpu.dk

The application deadline is 1st December 2010.
For further information please contact the Erasmus Mundus Administration malll@dpu.dk

More detailed info about scholarship offer
European Masters in Lifelong Learning

[Europe] Master Scholarship in Digital Library Learning

2010-08-18T10:36:00.001+07:00

Master Scholarship in Digital Library Learning

Overview
Digital Library Learning is a two-year Master Programme for information professionals who intend to work in the complex world of digital libraries. DILL is offered in cooperation between Oslo University College (Norway), Tallinn University (Estonia), and Parma University (Italy). Students will spend at least one semester at each institution.

Learning Objectives:

* To gain knowledge of digital librarianship through studying the cutting edge of digital library research as well as real world applications and best practices.
* To develop research skills through supervised independent research projects within the digital environment, using relevant methods and analytical approaches.
* To understand the impact of digital environments on the role of information professionals in the knowledge society.

The students will acquire a joint Master Degree (120 ECTS), recognised by the Consortium partners. Click here for information about the structure of the programme.

Eligibility
Dill will admit both European and so-called third-country (i.e. non-EU/EEA-EFTA) students. Scholarships are available both to students from third countries and students from the EU/EFTA-EEA area. More information about the different scholarships is found under Scholarship.

Requirements for all DILL students:

* A degree in Library and Information Science (based on no less than three years of full-time study – 180 ECTS) or equivalent qualifications, such as a degree in another relevant subject.
* Knowledge and skills of computers for information use.
* English skills. Students from non-English speaking countries must have passed:

* either IELTS (International English Language Testing System) (minimum score: 5.5 points)
* or TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) (minimum score: 550 on the paper based test, 213 on the computer based test, or 79 on the Internet based test).
* Exemptions from submitting the the English test scores may be given if the applicants fills one of the following conditions:

+ English is your mother tongue, or
+ You have completed a degree with English as the means of education (must be documented by your university)

Please note: the maximum number of Erasmus Mundus Master Courses for which students can apply is 3.

Scholarship
All applicants can apply for an Erasmus Mundus scholarship. For the year 2010-2012, there are 10 scholarships available for third country students, 8 scholarships for students from the EU/EEA-states and 2 scholarships for students from the area of Western Balkans and Turkey. The number of scholarships available for the class 2011-13 has not yet been decided.

Category A scholarships. A Category A scholarship may be awarded to third country nationals, who are not residents nor have carried out their main activity (studies, training, work) for more than a total of 12 months in an EU-EEA country. The category A scholarship amounts to a monthly allowance of 1000€ per month/12000€ per year for two years. In addition the students will receive a contribution to travel and installation costs at the beginning of each school year of 4000€, coming to a total of 8000€ for the two-year course. The tuition fees will be covered by the scholarship.

Category B scholarships. A Category B scholarship may be awarded to students from the EU-EEA area, as well as third country students who has been residing in the EU-EEA area for more than 12 months within the last five years. The scholarship amounts to 500€ per month/6000€ per year for two years, plus coverage of tuition fees.

It is not possible to apply for a scholarship without a place on DILL. Once you have been accepted as a student on Dill, the Dill consortium will apply for a scholarship on your behalf.

Definitions:

* By Third country-students is meant citizens coming from all countries other than: - The 27 EU Member States (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, The UK) - The EEA-EFTA states (Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway)
* Third country applicants cannot have been residents of, or carried out their main activities (studies, work, etc.) in, any of the above countries for more than a total of 12 months over the last five years.
* By Western Balkans and Turkey, is meant students coming from Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo under the UNSC Resolution 1244/99, Former Yugoslav republic of Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia and Turkey.

Application
Application deadline:
Third-country students: 15 November 2010
European students: 15 April 2011

You can find the application form here.
Visit the official website for more information.

Erasmus Mundus International Master Scholarship in Management of IT (IMMIT)

2010-08-18T10:35:00.001+07:00

International Master in Management of IT at Erasmus Mundus

Overview
Erasmus Mundus programme: International Master in Management of IT (IMMIT), is jointly offered by IAE Aix Graduate School of Management, Université Paul Cezanne Aix-Marseille III (France), Turku University (Finland) and Tilburg University (The Netherlands). The IMMIT programme degree totals 120 ECTS credits, to be completed in 2 years full-time studies. The language of instruction is English.

Structure of the IMMIT
The first semester will start in September at IAE Aix-en-Provence. The emphasis will be on the foundations of international business. The semester will finish in December and in January the students will move to the University of Turku in Finland to start the second semester. The main focus of the second semester will be on skills in IT management. The second semester will finish in May.

The third semester will start at Tilburg University in September and the emphasis shifts towards integration issues such as the role of IT in business transformation,management of IT -based innovation and more specialized topics in international IT management. The fourth semester starts in February and is devoted to thesis work, which includes an internship in an international operating company. This internship could be anywhere in Europe.

Applicants need to meet the following admission criteria:

* open to students with a Bachelor`s or equivalent undergraduate degree (180 ECTS) either in Management/Economics/Business Administration or in Computer Science/Information System;
* Students with an engineering degree can be admitted if their previous education includes IT and information systems;
* A satisfactory scholastic average, a minimum 3.0 (B) grade-point average in Bachelor`s degree work completed after the first two years.
* English proficiency test: Academic IELTS (min. 6.5 overall/6.0 on parts), TOEFL (min. paper based: 575, computer based: 233, internet based: 90) or Cambridge Proficiency;
* An official copy of your GMAT test. The average GMAT score of accepted students is 600. Or an official copy of your GRE test score. Our incoming students usually score above the 75% percentile on the quantitative section;
* Students with a relevant Bachelor degree from one of the partner institutions of the Tilburg School of Economics and Management, IAE Aix-en-Provence and Turku University do not need to submit the GMAT/GRE test score. (Note: a GMAT/GRE is however required in case a student wants to qualify for an Erasmus Mundus scholarship Category A or Category B);
* a statement of purpose (motivation letter);
* Two letters of recommendation;
* Complete resume in English.

Scholarship

* approx. €48.000 during the 2 years of studies/Category A students
* approx. €20.000 during the 2 years of studies/Category B students

Application procedure
All interested applicants need to submit following:

* A printed copy of the completed and signed application form (available online as of September 2010)
* A printed copy of the completed and signed IMMIT appendix 2011/2012
* A clear copy of your passport (valid until October 2012). The copy of your passport should be in English, stating you full names, date of birth and place of birth.
* A photograph of yourself
* A certified copy (with the official stamp of either the school or the Dutch Embassy) of your Bachelor`s or Master`s degree, including a transcript of all records/list of grades. If you have not obtained your diploma yet, please enclose a certified copy of your most recent transcript of records/list of grades.
* A short description of all the courses that you have taken during your (under)graduate studies that you think are relevant for applying to IMMIT. You may write these descriptions yourself or copy them from your university`s study guide (if possible) and you can send them by Email to: immit@uvt.nl
* An official copy of the GRE General test results (code for GRE: 0730) or the GMAT test results
* If you are required to take an English proficiency test, then include a true copy either of the Academic IELTS, or TOEFL results.
* A sworn translation into English of all your diplomas/certificates, transcripts of records/lists of grades and other documents, if these are not already in English, Dutch, French, Finnish or German.
* Statement of purpose or motivation letter
* Two letters of recommendation

Completed applications with original or certified copies of the required documents must be sent to:
Tilburg University
Tilburg School of Economics and Management
Admissions Office, K8– IMMIT
Warandelaan 2
5037 AB TILBURG – The Netherlands

The application deadline is January 15, 2011 for Category A and for Category B candidates requesting an Erasmus Mundus scholarship

For further information about the IMMIT programme, please contact: immit@uvt.nl

More detailed info

[Austria] Max F. Perutz International PhD Program Vienna 2010

2010-08-18T10:34:00.001+07:00

Max F. Perutz International PhD Program Vienna 2010

Overview
The Max F. Perutz Laboratories invite talented students from all over the world to apply for our graduate program. We provide a comprehensive and challenging PhD education. At the MFPL we emphasize student mentoring and aim to nurture creative and independent scientists. Our research covers a broad range of areas dedicated to exploring life at the cellular, molecular and atomic level. Located at the Vienna Biocenter Campus, a major European science hub, our students greatly benefit from the opportunity to do cutting-edge research in a prolific international environment.

The Max F. Perutz Labs are a joint-venture of the University of Vienna and the Medical University of Vienna. All MFPL PhD students are employed with an internationally competitive salary according to the guidelines of the Austrian Research Funds (FWF). The program is open to everyone who holds a Master`s degree (or equivalent degree) in the biosciences, chemistry, medicine, or related fields. The language of the PhD Program is English. Students are recruited by a structured selection and interview process. The PhD degree will be awarded by the Vienna University or the Medical University of Vienna

This year`s winter selection is jointly organized with the special Doctoral Program in RNA Biology at the MFPL.
Application deadline: 26th September 2010.

Admission
The program is open to students who hold a Master`s degree in the biosciences, chemistry, medicine, or related fields, or expect to finish their master study early in 2011. Candidates above 30 years will not be considered.

Admission to the MFPL Graduate School is competitive, and solely carried out through a centralized selection procedure. Please note that applications can only be accepted via the online application system within the announced deadline. Late or incomplete applications are not accepted. Your participation during the interview procedure in Vienna is essential if you wish to be considered for admission to the program.

Evaluation of applications
The first evaluation takes into account the applicants` national education system, and is carried out by a committee of MFPL group leaders. Applications of candidates which meet the requirements are recommended for further assessment by the Selection Committee, which jointly shortlists the candidates to be invited for a 4 days` period of interviews in Vienna. Invitations are sent 5-6 weeks in advance.

How to apply
Only applications submitted electronically via the Online Application System will be accepted. Applications submitted by fax, email or mail can not be considered.

A completed application consists of:

* the filled-in online application form;
* certificates, transcripts, marksheets and other supporting documents uploaded to the online application form;
* two confidential recommendation letters to be submitted by the referees directly to us. Download the Guideline for Referees and forward it to your referees.

Please note that we only accept references provided through institutional email accounts. In cases where the referee only holds a `hotmail`, `gmail` etc. account, ask your referee to send a reference letter on institutional headed paper as a PDF document to positions@mfpl.ac.at. It is your responsibility to ensure that references reach us on time.

Click here to apply online

http://www.projects.mfpl.ac.at/mfpl-phd-selection/index.php?mid=1&smid=4&1_section=1&1_id=3&1_mode=

[UK] University of East Anglia Arts and Humanities Foundation Scholarships 2010-2011 for International Students

2010-08-18T10:32:00.000+07:00

University of East Anglia Arts and Humanities Foundation Scholarships 2010-2011 for International Students

Overview
The University of East Anglia Faculty of Arts & Humanities and INTO University of East Anglia invites applications for the University of East Anglia, Faculty of Arts & Humanities Foundation Scholarships valued at £ 10,500 over 2 years. There are a total of four scholarships available. For further details please see “General Information”.

Four Scholarships are available to students applying to the INTO University of East Anglia Foundation pathway in Humanities and Law leading to selected undergraduate courses at the University of East Anglia in the following Schools of Study:

* American Studies
* Film and Television Studies
* Music
* Philosophy
* Political, Social and International Studies
* World Art Studies and Museology

The INTO Foundation programmes commence on 27 September 2010 and 10 January 2011. Successful completion of the appropriate Foundation programme (subject to meeting specified grades for entry) guarantees students’ progression on a wide range of undergraduate degree courses within the Faculty of Arts & Humanities at the University of East Anglia from September 2011.

Please note there are a total of four scholarships available – generally one per school of study.

International undergraduate student tuition fees at UEA for 2010/11 are £10,400 for courses in Arts & Humanities Schools. Slight annual increases are expected for 2011/12. For more information about the Schools of Study within the Faculty of Arts & Humanities at the University of East Anglia, please visit http://www.uea.ac.uk/cm/home/schools/hum

Full details of INTO University of East Anglia programmes, please visit www.into.uk.com/uea or please contact Marketing and Communications Coordinator Stephanie Elliott at s.elliott1@uea.ac.uk

http://www.uea.ac.uk/polopoly_fs/1.152019.LATEST!UEAH

[Denmark] PhD scholarship in radiochemistry at Technical University of Denmark

2010-08-18T10:30:00.000+07:00

PhD scholarship in radiochemistry at Technical University of Denmark

Overview
Applications are invited from enthusiastic and talented individuals for a PhD scholarship in radiochemistry at the Hevesy Laboratory at Risø DTU.

The Hevesy Laboratory is a radiochemical and radiopharmaceutical facility at Risø DTU. The laboratory has a 16.5 MeV cyclotron equipped with a beam line for in-house production of isotopes, including 18F for PET scanning. The research laboratories and clean rooms feature state of the art equipment for radioactive and stable isotope chemistry.

At present, we are 20 people in a multidisciplinary team, working with both research and production. Among the research activities currently conducted are 18F chemistry, tritium chemistry and Auger emitting nuclides for therapy.

Research
Drawing on recent advances in organic-, organometallic- and radiochemistry the successful candidate will explore new methods of 18F-C bond formation using 18F fluoride. The research will also include the development of new methodologies for extraction of 18F-fluoride from target water and converting it into an efficient fluorination source.

Qualifications
Candidates should have (or be about to obtain) a master`s degree in engineering, radiochemistry, organic- or organometallic chemistry or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to the master`s degree in engineering. The candidate should also demonstrate a strong commitment to research.

Approval and Enrolment The scholarships for the PhD degree are subject to academic approval, and the candidates will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes of DTU. For information about the general requirements for enrolment and the general planning of the scholarship studies, please see the DTU PhD Guide.

Salary and appointment terms
The salary and appointment terms are consistent with the current rules for PhD degree students. The period of employment is 3 years.

Further information
You are welcome to contact Senior Researcher Fedor Zhuravlev, +45 4677 5337 or Head of Hevesy Laboratory Palle Rasmussen, +45 7677 5332 .

Application
The application deadline is 1 September 2010. Please open the link "apply for this job online" and fill in the application form and attach the following documents: 1) a Cover Letter, 2) a CV, including list of publications, 3) a copy of your academic transcripts.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

Source: http://www.dtu.dk/English/About_DTU/vacancies.aspx?guid=5df74c2e-1cf3-4ac7-a996-c04b017e51cc

[Portugal] PhD Positions in Information Science and Technology at University of Coimbra

2010-05-03T11:10:00.000+07:00

Doctoral Program in Information Science and Technology
APPLICATIONS 2010/2011

Our PhD Program has a duration of three to five years. In the first year the student should take four courses, and spend most time reading the literature and discussing ideas in order to write a Thesis Proposal.

In the following years the student should be totally focused in the research work and writing the final dissertation. This doctoral program was created to present a response to the current demand for high quality PhD researchers in Europe and to adapt the activities of advanced study and research to the current reality in the area of Science and Information Technology.

Program Coordinator
Prof. Luis Moura e Silva

Program Administrator
Diana Taborda

Contacts:
Web: http://phd.dei.uc.pt
Email: info-phd (at) dei.uc.pt
Tel: +351.239.790.078

Please refer to the website (http://phd.dei.uc.pt) for all info on how to apply.

[Germany] PhD Position in Computational Biology at University of Freiburg

2010-05-03T11:09:00.000+07:00

PhD Position in Computational Biology at University of Freiburg

Within the Freiburg Initiative for Systems Biology (FRISYS, http://frisys.de) a PhD position (TV-L E13 50%) is available. The successful candidate will be associated with the group of PD Dr. Stefan Rensing (http://plantco.de) at the Faculty of Biology of the University of Freiburg.

We expect applications from candidates with
- a master or diploma in Bioinformatics, Computer Science or comparable education
- programming skills, preferably in Perl
- proven ability for team work
- good knowledge of sequence and relational databases
- good English communication skills
Experience with next generation sequencing, grid computing and computer administration is advantageous.

We offer
- a challenging project embedded in a cooperative research network
- an excellent scientific environment in one of the nicest German cities
- state of the art infrastructure and research objectives

The University of Freiburg is an equal opportunity employer.
Please send your application by May 12th, 2010 as a single PDF to stefan.rensing@biologie.uni-freiburg.de.

[Germany] PhD Fellowships in Elementary Particle Physics at Max Planck Institute

2010-05-03T11:08:00.002+07:00

PhD Fellowships in Elementary Particle Physics at Max Planck Institute

The International Max Planck Research School `Elementary Particle Physics – Theoretical, Experimental and Cosmological Frontiers` (IMPRS EPP) is a joint initiative of the Max Planck Institute of Physics (Werner Heisenberg Institute) and the particle and astroparticle physics groups of the Ludwig Maximilian University Munich and the Technical University Munich. Since April 2005 the School has been offering excellent research opportunities to highly qualified doctoral students.

Research fields covered by the School from both an experimental and a theoretical perspective include high energy particle physics, astroparticle physics, and cosmology. The physics of strong interactions, quantum chromodynamics, symmetries and mechanisms for symmetry breaking, neutrino physics and neutrino astrophysics, supersymmetry, string theory, physics and technology of particle detectors and light sensors, dark matter, gamma-ray astrophysics, cosmic rays, and weak interaction physics are just a few examples of the range of topics under investigation. The students` own research is supplemented by an accompanying lecture program.

Regular seminars, workshops, and other joint events serve to broaden the intellectual horizon, stimulate interaction between IMPRS members, and provide valuable background knowledge on topics beyond the students` own research project.

Note that the IMPRS EPP is a school for PhD students only. Work on a Master/Diploma Thesis is not supported. Moreover, a Master/Diploma Thesis documenting at least about 6 months of research is required to be accepted.

Please submit your application through the APPLICATION FORM on at www.imprs-epp.de/admission.html.

Application deadline: Jun 21, 2010.

[Germany] PhD Fellowships in Elementary Particle Physics at Max Planck Institute

2010-05-03T11:08:00.000+07:00

[UK] PhD Studentships at Aston University - School of Life and Health Sciences

2010-05-03T11:07:00.000+07:00

PhD Studentships
Aston University - School of Life & Health Sciences

PhD Studentships for international overseas students with bursaries available against fees. Projects are available in research groups allied to Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Pharmacy, Optometry and Psychology.

Applications are invited for three year Research Studentships to be undertaken in the School of Life and Health Sciences at Aston University to start in July or October 2010.

The School of Life and Health Sciences is equipped with state-of-the- art facilities to pursue cutting-edge research. In the 2008 RAE, 85% of the research in the School of Life and Health Sciences was ranked as being of international quality, and the School was ranked 3rd out of 61 UK University submissions to Allied Health Professions and Studies for quality and volume of research. The School currently has a research income of about £8m, with approximately 75 research students, (part time and full-time), who are registered in the School each year.

Project Details
Projects can be viewed by research topic and research supervisor at (http://www1.aston.ac.uk/lhs/research/postgraduate-research/)

Financial Support
The projects are available to students meeting the University and School academic entry requirements and bursaries for international students will be awarded competitively on merit. The bursaries for international students will cover payment of £6,000 against the international fee of £12,650 per annum.

Application Requirements
• Applicants should have or expect a good honours degree (either first class or upper second class) or hold an MSc in a relevant discipline.
• The English Language requirements are a minimum score of 620 (260 minimum in computer test) in TOEFL OR IELTS with minimum marks of 6.5 in each section and an overall band of 7.0.
• The studentships are for 3 years, subject to a satisfactory progress review at the end of the first year, and are available for July 1st and October 1st 2010 registration.
• For an application form please visit: http://www1.lhs.aston.ac.uk/pabs/pgprojects/application form.pdf
• Closing Date: Monday, 10th May 2010 for July entry or 9th August 2010 for October entry.
• For informal enquiries or to return completed applications forms, please contact the
Research Office,
Room MB560,
School of Life and Health Sciences,
Aston University,
Aston Triangle, Birmingham, B4 7ET;
email: j.a.taylor@aston.ac.uk
phone: +44 (0)121 204 4019).

Ref: R100071

[Netherlands] PhD Candidate in Land Remote Sensing at Wageningen University & Research Centre

2010-05-03T11:03:00.000+07:00

Scientific fields: Agriculture
Function types: Research, Development, Innovation
Education: University Graduate
Hours: 38.0 hours per week
End procedure: 5 May 2010
Job number: ESG CGI-0013

Job Description
A PhD-candidate in land remote sensing `Applying terrestrial LIDAR to measure vegetation characteristics and improve remote sensing monitoring applications` The Centre for Geo-Information at Wageningen University (NL) is offering a PhD position for combining terrestrial LIDAR measurements and new remote sensing algorithms for monitoring of vegetation structure and biophysical variables; with focus on forest areas. The PhD student is expected to perform research on the analysis of hemispherical, multiple-return terrestrial LIDAR measurements and integrate such data with improved and innovative land remote sensing approaches for calibration and validation purposes. The methodological work will entail field campaigns (also international), the analysis of three-dimensional LIDAR signals to derive vegetation parameters, and the application of quantitative digital image analysis techniques. The research is part of international research collaborations.

Requirements:
MSc degree and experiences in relevant fields such as Remote Sensing, Forestry, Ecology, Environmental Science, or Geography. Knowledge in the areas of expected methodological work and programming skills in IDL or MATLAB is preferable. The candidate should have an interest to work in a research team including international partners.

Conditions of employment:
A full-time PhD-position for 4 years. There will be a probationary period of 18 months.The gross salary is € 2.042,- based on a full-time position in the first year and increases to € 2.612,- in the final year. Location: The candidate is expected to pursue a PhD study at Wageningen University`s Center of Geoinformation, Netherlands.

Additional Information:
More information is available through Prof. Dr. Martin Herold, e-mail martin.herold@wur.nl.
Website Centre : www.grs.wur.nl/UK/

Contract type:
Temporary, max. 4 jaar

Organisation:
Wageningen UR (University & Research centre)

Centre for Geo-Information (CGI) has a leading role in the field of geo-information, remote sensing and ICT. With scientific, interdisciplinary and a user-oriented approach, CGI contributes to solutions of (inter-) national spatial topics.

Wageningen University and Research Centre Delivering a substantial contribution to the quality of life. That`s our focus – each and every day. Within our domain, healthy food and living environment, we search for answers to issues affecting society – such as sustainable food production, climate change and alternative energy. Of course, we don`t do this alone. Every day, 6,500 people work on `the quality of life`, turning ideas into reality, on a global scale. Could you be one of these people? We give you the space you need. For further information about working at Wageningen UR, take a look at www.jobsat.wur.nl.

Additional information:
martin.herold@wur.nl

The short URL code for this job opening is: 4117
Direct link to this job www.academictransfer.com/4117

[Malaysia] International Masters and PhD Programmes at the Asia-Europe Institute (AEI)

2010-05-03T10:58:00.000+07:00

International Masters and PhD programmes at the Asia-Europe Institute (AEI), University of Malaya located in Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of the prosperous country, Malaysia.

AEI offers distinctive areas of study namely International Masters in Regional Integration (Political Science), Small & Medium Enteprises (SMES), ASEAN Studies and Information Management. This is a one year full-time programme facilitated by experienced and resourceful visiting professors from Europe, Asia and USA. This exclusive programme trains selected students with good first degree to reach full potential in academic achievement as well as promising career future and advancement. Full and partial scholarships are also offered to deserving students.

University of Malaya (UM) is the oldest university in Malaysia, established in 1905 and has produced thousands of students who had succeeded in their chosen fields. UM, the pride of the nation has opened its doors to welcome students from all over the world to share and experience the quality education and cultural diversity & harmony in this blessed soil of Malaysia.

Please feel free to contact us if you need more info on the programmes and any other concerns with regards to study & living in Malaysia.

For more information and/or to apply, please log on http://aei.um.edu.my

Important Reminder :
1) The deadline for application is 31 May 2010 for 2010 intake which starts in mid September 2010.
2) If you are applying to AEI through this lead, please email us your name and address for us to reconfirm your application with the recruitment centre.
3) Please be guided that your application can only be made online.

Website link:
http://aei.um.edu.my

[Spain] Research Assistantship for Doctoral Studies at IMDEA Networks

2010-04-29T10:54:00.002+07:00

CALL FOR FULLY FUNDED RESEARCH ASSISTANTS

IMDEA Networks is a networking research institute whose multinational team is engaged in cutting edge fundamental science. As a growing, English-speaking institute located in Madrid, Spain, IMDEA Networks offers a unique opportunity for pioneering scientists to develop their ideas. Our researchers share the potential to shape the future of networking science over the coming years.

Further information regarding our areas of research can be found at:
http://www.networks.imdea.org/Scientificactivities/Researchareas/tabid/642/Default.aspx

As funded members of our team, successful applicants will join the Ph.D. program at University Carlos III of Madrid, beginning September/October 2010. They will also benefit from full financial support throughout their Ph.D. program for up to four years.

Successful candidates should have:
- B.Sc., M.Sc. or equivalent in Telematics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field*
- Excellent academic transcripts
- Clearly defined Statement of Purpose for Ph.D. research thesis
- Excellent level of spoken and written English
- Highly motivated
- Students who obtained their degree (B.Sc., M.Sc. or equivalent) in a higher education system NOT subject to the Bologna Process are strongly advised to provide their GRE scores on the online application form.

*An offer of a Research Assistant position implies your acceptance to the UC3M Ph.D. program.

APPLY NOW THROUGH OUR ONLINE FORM AT:
www.networks.imdea.org/Careeropportunities/ResearchAssistant/tabid/1269/Default.aspx