UCL Denmark Nursing Scholarships for International Students (Fully-funded to Study in Denmark)

Scholarship

Course(s) Offered: Nursing
Course Level: Short course
Provider: University College Lillebælt
Country to Study in: Denmark

Scholarship Description
Are you looking to enrich your studies with a semester abroad in Denmark? It is now possible for highly qualified students, who are not from EU/EAA countries or Switzerland, to apply for a scholarship to study at a Nursing programme. 

University College Lillebælt (UCL) is awarding Nursing scholarships (tuition waiver and stipends) to international students wishing to undertake short courses in the field of Nursing at the University for the 2018/2019 academic year.

These Nursing-related scholarships will cover the complete tuition and contribute to living expenses while studying at UCL. UCL does not offer scholarships for any of the other study programmes at this point in time.

Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for the Nursing scholarships, candidate must be:

• applying to participate in one of the mentioned courses (see 'Fields of study' below)
• a citizen of a country outside the EU, the European Economic Area or Switzerland
• enrolled in a full degree higher education programme in your home country related to nursing.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries (EXCEPT EU/EAA countries or Switzerland)

Fields of study
At the Department of Nursing, candidates combine the English module Nursing, Ethics and Research-Based Knowledge (15 ECTS) with a practice placement (15 ECTS) at a Danish health-care facility for a total duration of 4 months.

Clinical placement appropriate for your studies will provide you with insights to the Danish health-care system.

Number of awards
Not specified

Sponsorship duration
Will cover the whole duration of the one-semester programme i.e. 4 months

Scholarship benefits
The scholarship covers the tuition fee for one semester (4 months), and additionally candidate will receive approximately 7000 DKK each month to contribute to your living expenses.

Method of Application
You apply for the scholarship at the same time you apply for studies via the on-line MoveON application. Any applications received after the deadline will be declined. For more information about how to apply, see the How to apply Webpage.

To ensure that only highly qualified students are granted the scholarship, UCL requires you to prepare and submit all of the requested documents (see website for the list). If any of the requested enclosures (files) are missing, your application will NOT be taken into consideration for the scholarship. Nor if you apply after the deadline. All enclosures (files) must be pdf files in order to be considered for the scholarship.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information.

DEADLINES:
The deadline for applying was November 1st 2017 (for studies in Spring 2018). Applications for the autumn 2018 are welcome by the end of February 2018, when we re-open the on-line application form.

PLEASE NOTE:
If you have any questions regarding the scholarship, requirements and procedures or the study programmes, please feel free to contact the UCL international office.

University College Lillebaelt is one of eight new regional organizations of different study sites in Denmark offering bachelor courses of all kinds in the southwest part of Denmark (Funen and southwest Jutland). The organization was formed in 2008 by merging CVU Fyn, CVU Jelling, CVSU Fyn and the Social College of Odense. University College Lillebaelt has branches in Jelling, Vejle, Odense and Svendborg. The headquarters is located in Vejle.

Application Deadline: 28 February 2018
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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UNESCO-Japan Prize on Education for Sustainable Development (USD $150,000 Prize) for Individuals, Institutions and Organizations

UNESCO-Japan Prize on Education for Sustainable Development

Program(s) Offered: Education (for Development)
Program Level: Award
Provider: Government of Japan
Country to Work in: Several countries

Scholarship Description
The UNESCO-Japan Prize on Education for Sustainable Development honours outstanding projects by individuals, institutions and organizations related to Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).

The Prize and award winners recognize the role of education in connecting the social, economic, cultural and environmental dimensions of sustainable development. The Global Action Programme on ESD (GAP) calls for scaling up of ESD action at all levels as a means of implementing all the Sustainable Development Goals.

The UNESCO-Japan Prize on ESD, which is funded by the Government of Japan, consists of three annual awards of USD 50,000 for each recipient. It was awarded for the first time by the DIrector-General of UNESCO in November 2015 .

Eligibility
The three Prize winners are selected by the Director-General of UNESCO on the basis of recommendations made by an international independent Jury consisting of five experts.

The project/programme of the nominee are assessed by the Jury on the basis of the following criteria:

A) Transformation:
The project/programme practices Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) as transformative education in support of sustainable development, , leading to individual and social change.

B) Integration:
The project/programme addresses the three dimensions of sustainable development (society, economy, environment) in an integrated way.

C) Innovation:
The project/programme demonstrates an innovative approach to ESD.

In addition to these three criteria, the project/programme should:

• be ongoing and have been running for at least four years
• have a high impact relative to the invested resources
• be replicable and scalable
• contribute to one or more of the five Priority Action Areas of the GAP.

Eligible groups
Individuals, institutions, organizations or other entities engaged in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). Nominations must focus on a specific ESD project or programme of the nominee, meeting the eligibility criteria.

Scholarship (Price) benefits
The prize consists of three annual awards of USD 50,000 for each recipient.

Method of Application
Nominations can be submitted to the Director-General of UNESCO by Governments of Member States via their Permanent Delegation to UNESCO, and by Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in official partnership with UNESCO. Each Permanent Delegation or NGO can make up to three nominations for any edition of the Prize. Self-nominations are not accepted.

To submit nominations:
1. Complete the Online Nomination Form - The nomination form must be completed online in English or French via a platform accessible through the UNESCO website at this link (for nominating entities only - the fields of the nomination form can be viewed here).

2. Submit the Online Nomination Form - Nominations have to be submitted in the online system by the concerned Permanent Delegations to UNESCO or the NGO by midnight of the deadline date below. Time is in UTC+1, Paris time. Kindly note that each Permanent Delegation or NGO may not submit more than three nominations.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information on this prize.

DEADLINES:
Nominations have to be submitted in the online system by midnight of 3 May 2018 (UTC+1, Paris time)

PLEASE NOTE:
For any questions regarding the UNESCO-Japan Prize on ESD or the submission process, please contact the Secretariat of the Prize at the Section of Education for Sustainable Development and Global Citizenship of UNESCO: esdprize@unesco.org

The UNESCO-Japan Prize on ESD was established by the Executive Board of UNESCO at its 195th session within the framework of the Global Action Programme (GAP) on ESD and officially announced at the UNESCO World Conference on ESD (10-12 November 2014, Aichi-Nagoya, Japan).

Application Deadline: 3 May 2018
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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DAAD Postgraduate Scholarships in Germany for Developing Countries (Africa, Asia, South America, East Europe, Pacific Islands)

Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS)

Course(s) Offered: Several fields 
Course Level: Graduate (masters, phd) 
Provider: DAAD
Country to Study in: Germany

Scholarship Description
The German Academic Exchange Service(DAAD) supports a range of development-oriented postgraduate study programmes at German Universities which aim at providing academically educated young professionals from developing and newly industrialised countries with further specialized studies. 

The Development-Related Postgraduate Courses scholarships offer foreign graduates from all disciplines and with at least two years' professional experience the chance to take a postgraduate or Master's degree at a state or state-recognised German university, and in exceptional cases to take a doctoral degree, and to obtain a university qualification (Master's/PhD) in Germany. 

If you have no private financial resources or cannot obtain a scholarship from your government, company or an international organisation, you may apply for a DAAD scholarship. Applicants from developing countries are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility
You should note that several conditions apply. However, the typical scholarship holder:

• holds at least a four-year Bachelor’s degree, completed with above-average results;
• received their latest degree no more than six years ago;
• have at least two years of full-time professional experience gained after the completion of their first university degree;
• has English test scores that meet the German University requirements.

Concerning a possible age limit, please refer to the course details on the official website.

For the complete eligibility requirements, please refer to the official website. You must meet the eligibility requirements of the particular programme you are applying to.

Eligible groups
Citizens of Developing Countries [in Africa, Asia, Pacific Islands, Central and South America and Central and Eastern Europe (as defined by the DAC List of the OECD)]

Participating Institution(s)
All German Universities (offering postgraduate courses with relevance to developing countries.)

Field(s) of Study
Postgraduate courses for professionals with relevance to developing countries. At present, these postgraduate courses are offered in the following fields:

• Economic Sciences / Business Administration / Political Economics
• Development Co-operation
• Engineering and Related Sciences
• Mathematics
• Regional and Urban Planning
• Agriculture and Forest Sciences
• Natural and Environmental Sciences
• Medicine and Public Health
• Social Sciences and Education and Law
• Media Studies

See the complete List of eligible courses for 2018/2019 with application deadlines (*.pdf)

Number of awards 
Not specified by provider, but many are given out every year

Sponsorship duration
12-24 months for Master (depending on the particular institution) and 36 months for PhD 

Scholarship benefits
Depending on academic level, monthly payments of 750 euros for graduates or 1,000 euros for doctoral candidates. Also, payments towards health, accident and personal liability insurance cover. 

In addition, there is travel allowance, unless these expenses are covered by the home country or another source of funding.

Methods of Application 
All applicants must submit a DAAD application form, a hand-signed CV and other supporting documents. DAAD application forms are available to download from the DAAD website. Please note that there may be country-specific information.

Apply directly to the chosen study programme. Please be sure to address applications to the postgraduate course directly! Applications sent via e-mail to the DAAD cannot be considered during the selection process.

It is important to carefully read the 2018/2019 Programme Brochure, and also visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information and to download the DAAD scholarship application form.

DEADLINES:
Application deadlines depend on chosen study programme; please check scholarship brochure or the website of your chosen study programme as deadlines may vary from university to university. As a general rule, however, most of the deadline will fall in between August to October 2017. A few will extend to January-April 2018.

PLEASE NOTE:
Applications via email will not be accepted. Late applications cannot be considered!

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is an association of German institutions of higher education and their student bodies. Since it was founded in 1925 till date (2016), the DAAD has supported more than 1.9 million academics in Germany and abroad. The DAAD is the world’s largest funding organisation for the international exchange of students and researchers.

Application Deadline: Jan-Apr 2018 (few courses)
Open to International students: Yes

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Sheffield Hallam University Transform Together Full-Time Scholarships for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students (Study in UK)

Transform Together Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: All courses
Course Level: Undergraduate, Graduate
Provider: Sheffield Hallam University
Country to Study in: UK

Scholarship Description
Are you ambitious? Do you want to represent international students at Sheffield Hallam University now and in the future? If so, these exclusive and competitive scholarships are aimed at you.

The Transform Together scholarships are open to students from any non-EU country applying to study at Sheffield Hallam University to enroll in the 2018/2019 academic year. The scholarships will be awarded to well-qualified students who demonstrate academic, personal or professional achievement on their scholarship application form.

Successful applicants will be awarded with a certificate to mark their achievement following enrolment on their course.

Eligibility Criteria
If you are a high achiever or believe you can make a significant contribution to the University, you are encouraged to apply.

To be eligible to apply for one of these scholarships you must:

• Be an international or a European Union (non-UK) fee paying student
• POSTGRADUATE only - have achieved a minimum 2.1 or equivalent in your honours degree and must meet the English and academic entry requirements for your course.
• UNDERGRADUATE only - have achieved the English and academic entry requirements for the course. If you are awarded an undergraduate scholarship, you must successfully complete each year of study to continue to receive the fee waiver.
• Have accepted an offer for a full-time taught undergraduate or postgraduate course at Sheffield Hallam University.
• Be fully self-funding your studies
• Be able to pay any additional fees your course may require, for example field trips

Eligible groups
All citizens of ANY non-EU country is eligible

Participating Institutions
Sheffield Hallam University, U.K.

Fields of study
All full-time postgraduate and undergraduate taught courses are eligible. However, scholarship applications are especially encouraged from those holding offers for:

• MSc Advanced Computer Networks
• MSc Banking and Finance
• MSc Biomedical Laboratory Science
• MSc Biomedical Science
• MSc International Marketing
• MA Media Management
• MSc Project Management
• MSc Public Health
• MSc Sport Business Management
• MSc Sports Engineering

Number of awards
Not specified by provider, but several will be given

Sponsorship duration
Covers the whole duration of studies

Scholarship benefits
The scholarships include a one-year 50% TUITION FEE WAIVER for full-time taught postgraduate courses and 50% TUITION FEE DISCOUNT for each year of an undergraduate course (subject to successful progression).

A package of incentives is to be confirmed, but will include: the opportunity to become an alumni ambassador back in your home country, a programme of events which aims to enhance your learning and social experience with fellow scholars, AND a Sheffield Hallam University hoodie.

Successful scholars will be expected to represent Sheffield Hallam University through various activities during the academic year and after graduation.

Method of Application
If you meet the scholarship eligibility criteria required, and apply to and are offered a course of study, you can go ahead to download the 'Scholarship Application Form' from the official website (link to it is below). If you have not yet applied for a course, please visit the university online prospectus to find a course of your interest and apply. 

It is important to read the FAQs, and also to visit the official website (link to it is below) to download the 'Application Form' and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

DEADLINES:
Scholarship applications for courses starting September 2018 must be submitted by 31st May 2018. And that for courses starting January 2019 must be submitted by 1st November 2018

PLEASE NOTE:
A panel will review the applications and following a competitive process they will award scholarships to well–qualified students who demonstrate academic, personal or professional achievement on their scholarship application form. You will be notified if you have been successful approximately one month after the deadline. 

Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) is a public university in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England. It has two sites; City Campus in the city centre, close to Sheffield railway station, and Collegiate Crescent Campus about two miles away, adjacent to Ecclesall Road in south-west Sheffield. It is the sixth largest university in the UK by number of students.

Application Deadline: 31 May / 1 Nov 2018
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP), 2018-2019

New Zealand Government is pleased to offer Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan in 2018-2019 academic session. Scholarships will be awarded to undertake Master’s or PhD studies in New Zealand.

New Zealand Scholarships empower individuals with the knowledge, skills and qualifications to contribute to economic, social and political development within selected developing countries.

The CSFP was established at the first Commonwealth education conference in 1959 and is reviewed by education ministers at their triennial meetings. The CSFP is the only scholarship scheme in the world to receive such high-level recognition.

Applicants must be applying for direct entry to a Masters or PhD programme at a New Zealand university. As a general rule, for those wishing to complete a postgraduate qualification an overall IELTS score of 6.5 and no band less than 6.0 is the minimum required.

Scholarship Description:

• Application Deadline: March 28, 2018
• Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing Master’s or PhD studies in New Zealand.
• Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded in the subjects that are a priority for each country.
• Scholarship Award: Scholarships provide the following financial support:
  • Full tuition fees
  • A fortnightly living allowance – this is a contribution to basic living expenses
  • An establishment allowance – this is a once only payment as a contribution towards accommodation expenses, text books, study materials
  • Medical and travel insurance
  • Travel to and from your home country – this is for travel from your home country at the start of the scholarship, and for you to return to your home country at the end of your scholarship. Note that we offer our scholarships for the shortest amount of time needed for you to complete the academic programme.
  • Home leave or reunion travel for some scholars
  • Assistance with research and thesis costs for many postgraduate research students
• Number of Scholarships: Not given
• Nationality: Commonwealth countries
• Scholarship can be taken in New Zealand

Eligibility for the Scholarship:

• Eligible Countries:  The following Commonwealth countries are eligible to apply:Africa: Botswana, Cameroon, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda, ZambiaCaribbean: Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines.
  Asia (other): Bangladesh, India, Malaysia, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
  Pacific: Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Niue, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
• Entrance Requirements: New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships are available for the following postgraduate qualifications:
  • Master’s Degree (1 – 2 years)
  • PhD (up to 3.5 years)
• English Language Requirements: As a general rule, for those wishing to complete a postgraduate qualification an overall IELTS score of 6.5 and no band less than 6.0 is the minimum required.

Application Procedure:

Introduction: The application process for a New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship is different to other New Zealand Scholarships. Applicants must submit their paper applications to their country’s ‘Nominating Agency’ first. The Nominating Agency then ‘nominates’ two applicants from the submitted applications to send to the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Read the below information carefully before you submit an application. Note: Applications will open on 1 February 2018, and will close on 28 March 2018.Applications must arrive at your country’s Commonwealth Nominating Agency by 28 March 2018.

How to Apply:

The application process for a New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship is different to other New Zealand Scholarships. Applicants must submit their paper applications to their country’s ‘Nominating Agency’ first. The Nominating Agency then ‘nominates’ two applicants from the submitted applications to send to the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Read the below information carefully before you submit an application.

Note: Applications will open on 1 February 2018, and will close on 28 March 2018. Applications must arrive at your country’s Commonwealth Nominating Agency by 28 March 2018.

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