Flinders University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (FIPRS), Australia

Course(s) Offered: Several Fields

Course Level: Masters, PhD

Provider: FLinders University

Country To Study In: Australia

Eligibility:

·         Applicants must satisfy the University's academic entry requirements for a Masters degree by research or Doctorate by research.

·         Applicants are required to have successfully completed at least the equivalent of an Australian First Class Hons degree(this is a four year degree with a major research project in the final year)

·         Applicants must have met the English proficiency levels set by Flinders University for international students at the time of application. Students for whom English is a foreign language will need to provide evidence of their English language competence.

·         Applicants must not hold an equivalent research higher degree qualification.  Applications are only open to students commencing a research higher degree in Australia for the first time. 

·         Applicants must not hold Australian citizenship, Australian permanent resident status or New Zealand citizenship.

Scholarship Duration:

Total course duration

Scholarship Value:

The scholarships enable suitably qualified applicants to commence a full-time research higher degree.

The FIPRS pays the international student tuition fees charged by Flinders University for a research higher degree.

In addition, Flinders University provides the recipient with a generous living allowance paid at the rate of $26,288 (2016 rate). It is tax exempt and indexed annually.

An FIPRS student who moves to Adelaide from overseas is eligible for an establishment allowance (after arrival at Flinders) of up to $1,485 to assist with relocation costs and airfares, provided receipts can be produced by the student

Method Of Application:

Before applying for the scholarship you are to required to read the complete guidelines.

Scholarship application can be submitted via email iprs@flinders.edu.au

Eligibility Group: International students

Deadline:12 August 2016

 Official Website:

http://www.flinders.edu.au/scholarships-system/index.cfm/scholarships/display/a731e2

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FAEA Undergraduate Scholarship For Indian Students

Course(s) Offered:  Several Fields

Course Level: Undergraduate

Provider: FAEA

Country To Study In: India

Scholarship Description:

The objective of Scholarship Program of FAEA is to secure social justice for students belonging to socially and economically disadvantaged sections of the society. It emphasizes equality of opportunity to help students become what they would like to be so that they have a choice and are not dictated by economic and social necessity. It enables economically and socially disadvantaged students to study in the institutions, which provide academic excellence, access to structures of power and economic opportunity. For this the Program will provide bursaries, scholarships and fellowships to these students for their study. It will also supplement this with creation of an institutional framework in which concerns for the disadvantaged are addressed.

Eligibility:

Applicants should be an Indian and a permanent resident of India.

Should have passed Class XII examination from a recognized Indian Board.

The final selection will, however, be subject to the student securing certain minimum scores in Class XII examinations and interview results.

Meet the necessary language proficiency requirements of the host institution

Scholarship Duration:

Scholarship Program will provide support to the students selected for up to three years in the first instance. This can be extended for another two years for postgraduate study depending upon the student's performance in the graduate exams as well as availability of funds.

Scholarship Value:

The grant for individual student will be determined by FAEA to ensure compliance with budgetary guidelines. Final amounts will be based entirely on the discretion of the Program and may cover full or partial cost of the proposed study plans.

The program will assist selected candidates in making all logistical arrangement related to travel and insurance.

Selected candidates will be responsible for informing FAEA office in New Delhi of any other grant, scholarship, bursary or financial aid they have received for their study program.

Grant amounts may be re-negotiated on the basis of this information. Failure to report additional financial support can constitute grounds for revocation of the award.

Method Of Application:

Click the link below to complete an online application form

http://www.faeaindia.org/Newapps/default.asp

Eligibility Group:

Citizens of India

Deadline: 10 June 2016

Scholarship Link:  http://www.faeaindia.org/StudentInfo.asp

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Global Challenge Scholarship To Study At Lincoln University, New Zealand

Course(s) Offered:  Several Fields

Course Level: Undergraduate

Provider: Lincoln University

Country To Study In: New Zealand

Scholarship Description:

As an International Global Challenges Scholar, you will take part in a development programme designed to enhance your social entrepreneurship skills through design, problem-solving, co-operative work, thorough research and critical thinking.

You will work in groups to develop social entrepreneurship models with the assistance of mentors who will help you to turn your ideas into action. You will learn by working with issues within your own communities, where you have the power to create global change and positive impact.

You’ll also liaise with Lincoln University staff and alumni, who will use their areas of expertise to help you to address specific issues.

Eligibility:

To be eligible for a Global Challenges Scholarship as an international student, you must:

• Be eligible to enrol in an undergraduate degree at Lincoln
• Have completed secondary school in the past five years, achieved well academically and not attended another tertiary institution in New Zealand (if you have completed a diploma, undergraduate or postgraduate degree at other international institutions, you are not eligible for this scholarship)
• Have a strong academic background that demonstrates your ability to undertake and complete a university degree while maintaining involvement in scholarship activities
• Have a very good grasp of English, with an overall score of 6 in IELTS (or similar qualification), as the scholarship development programme has a strong focus on communication and co-operative work.

Scholarship Duration:

The University will pay one year of your tuition fees and you can reapply to continue your scholarship for future years.

Scholarship Value:

$12,000 (NZD)

Method Of Application:

You can apply for a Global Challenges Scholarship through the application system, MyLinc, when you apply to study at Lincoln University. You’ll need to create a  MyLinc account, apply for your chosen course of study and then apply for the scholarship.

You can change your course of study at any time, even after you have submitted your applications.

We will need the following information to process your Global Challenges Scholarship application:
• A short video outlining your interest in a current global issue, to be uploaded to Vimeo (instructions in  MyLinc)
• The details of two referees
•   Your acknowledgement that you agree to our terms and conditions, including the privacy policy.

Then you can save and submit your application. Please note that you are able to save your applications and return at any time before submitting them.

Eligibility Group:

Citizens of all countries

Deadline: 31 August 2016

Scholarship Link: http://www.lincoln.ac.nz/Lincoln-Home/Apply/Scholarships/Global-Challenges-Scholarship/About-the-Global-Challenges-Scholarship/?sti=1

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Macquarie University Undergraduate and Postgraduate Scholarship For Indians

Course(s) Offered:  All Fields

Course Level: Undergraduate and Undergraduate

Provider: Macquarie University

Country To Study In: Australia

Scholarship Description:

Under these scholarships, Macquarie University will provide a specific amount annually to each successful student commencing in either 2016 or 2017. Payment of the scholarship will be applied equally towards your tuition fee for each session for the duration of your studies. As this scholarship is competitive, you are encouraged to accept your course and scholarship offers without delay to guarantee your eligibility to receive the scholarship.

Eligibility:

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:

be a citizen of India.

have applied for undergraduate or postgraduate coursework through a registered Macquarie University agent or through our online application system.

have met the University's academic and English requirements for the course offered at our North Ryde campus.

have enrolled and be ready to begin your course in 2016 or 2017 (commencement may not be deferred).

Commence study in the session and year indicated in your scholarship letter of offer. Commencement may not be deferred.

Scholarship Duration:

The scholarship is for full time, on-campus study only.

Scholarship Value:

We provide AU$3000 annually towards your tuition fees for the length of the course (AU$1500 is credited against your tuition fees each semester).

Method Of Application:

You don't need to apply directly to be considered for a country scholarship. Applicants who meet the criteria will be automatically advised of their eligibility in their Macquarie University course offer letter.

Details on how to apply to Macquarie University for a coursework degree are available on the website. Visit goto.mq/howtoapply

Applicants who meet the criteria will be automatically advised of their eligibility in their Macquarie University course offer letter sent via email.

 Eligibility Group:

Indians

Deadline: 30 June 2016

Scholarship Link: http://www.mq.edu.au/pubstatic/study/international/scholarships_and_awards/macquarie_university_international_scholarships/country_scholarship/

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