University of Edinburgh
PhD studentship
Parallel solution of block-angular linear programming problems
School of Mathematics
The School of Mathematics is offering a PhD studentship to study parallel
computing techniques for solving large, sparse, block-angular linear programming
problems. The studentship is industrially-funded and will run for 3.5 years,
starting in September 2008 (or at a later date if desired). It is available to
students of any nationality and will cover tuition fees and living expenses. The
latter will be about £15,000 per year for a UK/EU national and £10,500 per year
for an overseas student.
Please contact
Julian Hall (J.A.J.Hall@..., http://www.maths.ed.ac.uk/hall)
Or, for more information, consult
http://www.maths.ed.ac.uk/hall/BALP
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarship Program
Sampoerna Foundation was established in March 2001 in response to the urgent need to improve the quality of education in Indonesia. Amid severe budgetary cuts to education due to the prolonged economic crisis, its founders realized the importance of private sector institutions filling the gap in those educational areas critical to Indonesia’s development.
Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarship Program
The Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarship Program is a mean to groom Indonesia’s future business leaders. Sampoerna Foundation provides the qualified individuals the opportunity to pursue a Master of Business Administration degree at leading business schools overseas. Upon completing the program, scholars are expected to return to Indonesia and endeavor to transfer their knowledge to their fellow citizens.
Application deadline is April 30, 2007. Applications should be submitted as early as possible.
Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarships consist of the following programs:
No. Name of Scholarship(s) Maximum number of scholarship(s) granted for 2007 Intake
1. Sampoerna Foundation (SF) MBA in the US 4
2. Fulbright – SF MBA in the US Scholarship* 3
3. Australian Education International (AEI) – SF MBA in Australia 4
4. Ambassade de France en Indonésie – SF MBA in France 2
5. British Council (BC) – SF MBA in the UK 2
6. Singapore Education (SE) – SF MBA in Singapore 2
*Please contact AMINEF about this particular program and how to apply:
American Indonesian Exchange Foundation
Balai Pustaka Building, 6th Floor
Jl. Gunung Sahari Raya No. 4
Jakarta 10720
Phone: 021-345-2016, 345-2018, 345-0709
Fax: 021-345-2050
Website: www.aminef.or.id
CONDITIONS OF AWARD
The information contained in this document is intended for the Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarship Program, pertinent to the 2008 intake only.
I. Basic Eligibility
Applicant must satisfy ALL of the following conditions:
1. Indonesian citizen who is under 35 years of age when lodging the application.
2. Hold a Bachelor degree in any discipline from an Indonesian tertiary institution with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.25 (on a 4.00 scale)
3. Have a minimum of two-year full-time professional work experience after the completion of the undergraduate degree.
4. Have valid proof (validity of two years) of:
• International TOEFL with a minimum score of 600 (PBT) or 250 (CBT) or 100 (IBT), OR
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) of minimum 6.5 (for MBA Australia only)*
5. Have valid proof (validity of five years):
• GMAT test scores above 600 with verbal score to be 25 or above*
6. Not currently enrolled in graduate or post-graduate program, or has already obtained a Master’s degree or equivalent.
7. Not enrolled or graduated from an overseas tertiary institution, unless was on a full scholarship.
8. Not in receipt of other equivalent award or scholarship offering similar or other benefits at the time of the award.
9. Demonstrate they are from financially disadvantaged family and that without the scholarship he/she will not be able to study for an overseas MBA program.
* GMAT and TOEFL/IELTS score can be submitted when the applicants pass Sampoerna Foundation Selection Stage and chosen as Finalists. The finalists then must have a valid score as required by each program.
** All applicants selected as Finalists for MBA France shall have to take language course in the appointed institution by SCAC and pass the DELF (Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française) B1 & B2 test.
Any applicant proves to have forged information in his/her application form or any of the documents attached therein will be immediately disqualified.
For more details
http://www.sampoernafoundation.org/content/view/231/55/lang,en/
Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarship Program
The Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarship Program is a mean to groom Indonesia’s future business leaders. Sampoerna Foundation provides the qualified individuals the opportunity to pursue a Master of Business Administration degree at leading business schools overseas. Upon completing the program, scholars are expected to return to Indonesia and endeavor to transfer their knowledge to their fellow citizens.
Application deadline is April 30, 2007. Applications should be submitted as early as possible.
Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarships consist of the following programs:
No. Name of Scholarship(s) Maximum number of scholarship(s) granted for 2007 Intake
1. Sampoerna Foundation (SF) MBA in the US 4
2. Fulbright – SF MBA in the US Scholarship* 3
3. Australian Education International (AEI) – SF MBA in Australia 4
4. Ambassade de France en Indonésie – SF MBA in France 2
5. British Council (BC) – SF MBA in the UK 2
6. Singapore Education (SE) – SF MBA in Singapore 2
*Please contact AMINEF about this particular program and how to apply:
American Indonesian Exchange Foundation
Balai Pustaka Building, 6th Floor
Jl. Gunung Sahari Raya No. 4
Jakarta 10720
Phone: 021-345-2016, 345-2018, 345-0709
Fax: 021-345-2050
Website: www.aminef.or.id
CONDITIONS OF AWARD
The information contained in this document is intended for the Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarship Program, pertinent to the 2008 intake only.
I. Basic Eligibility
Applicant must satisfy ALL of the following conditions:
1. Indonesian citizen who is under 35 years of age when lodging the application.
2. Hold a Bachelor degree in any discipline from an Indonesian tertiary institution with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.25 (on a 4.00 scale)
3. Have a minimum of two-year full-time professional work experience after the completion of the undergraduate degree.
4. Have valid proof (validity of two years) of:
• International TOEFL with a minimum score of 600 (PBT) or 250 (CBT) or 100 (IBT), OR
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) of minimum 6.5 (for MBA Australia only)*
5. Have valid proof (validity of five years):
• GMAT test scores above 600 with verbal score to be 25 or above*
6. Not currently enrolled in graduate or post-graduate program, or has already obtained a Master’s degree or equivalent.
7. Not enrolled or graduated from an overseas tertiary institution, unless was on a full scholarship.
8. Not in receipt of other equivalent award or scholarship offering similar or other benefits at the time of the award.
9. Demonstrate they are from financially disadvantaged family and that without the scholarship he/she will not be able to study for an overseas MBA program.
* GMAT and TOEFL/IELTS score can be submitted when the applicants pass Sampoerna Foundation Selection Stage and chosen as Finalists. The finalists then must have a valid score as required by each program.
** All applicants selected as Finalists for MBA France shall have to take language course in the appointed institution by SCAC and pass the DELF (Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française) B1 & B2 test.
Any applicant proves to have forged information in his/her application form or any of the documents attached therein will be immediately disqualified.
For more details
http://www.sampoernafoundation.org/content/view/231/55/lang,en/
Scholarships for Young Postgraduate Students in Islamicjerusalem Studies at United Kingdom
Islamic Research Academy (ISRA) is pleased to announce the continuation of it scholarships for Young Postgraduate Students in Islamicjerusalem Studies.
This year, there are a number of full and partial scholarships for young postgraduate students wishing to study full-time for an M.Litt. in Islamicjerusalem Studies at Al-Maktoum Institute for Arabic and Islamic Studies- University of Aberdeen. The scholarship is only for one year beginning from September 2007.
Winners of the scholarship will undertake the taught full-time M.Litt. course in Islamicjerusalem Studies at Al-Maktoum Institute for Arabic and Islamic Studies in Dundee.
These prestigious scholarship schemes are serious efforts on the part of ISRA to prepare a team of scholars in this new field of inquiry, and a great human investment to prepare an academic team of young scholars as specialists in Islamicjerusalem Studies.
The full scholarship will cover the full student tuition fee and will also include a fixed monthly sum to cover living expenses (£500). Applicants for the scholarships will normally be required to hold at least a second upper Honours degree (2.1) in an appropriate discipline and the scholarships would particularly suit recent graduates who can show potential to excel.
CRITERIA FOR APPLYING
To apply for ISRA’s scholarship the candidate must normally fit the following criteria:
Candidates will normally be required to hold at least a second upper Honours degree (2.1) in an appropriate discipline.
Any applicant whose first language is not English is required to have an IELTS score of 6.5 or above (including a score of 6 in the writing section); or equivalent (e.g. TOFEL 580)
The candidate must be able to demonstrate evidence of interest in Islamicjerusalem Studies. This can be shown by submitting three copies of any relevant academic works including published or unpublished papers, books, manuscripts, monographs, etc.
As the scholarships would particularly suit young recent graduates, applicants should be no more than 30 years old (ie: born after the year 1977)
Administrative contact and how to apply:
Applications can be made by submitting (non returnable):
A letter to the Secretary-General of the Islamic Research Academy explaining why the candidate should receive the scholarship.
Al-Maktoum Institute/University of Aberdeen application Form for postgraduate studies (Fully completed and signed).
Copies of degrees certificates and transcripts.
Evidence of interest in the field.
Written references from two academic referees.
Three copies of the candidate’s Curriculum Vitae (CV).
A copy of the candidate’s birth certificate.
Proof of English language proficiency, i.e. IELTS certificate.
Further information and an application form can be found at: http://www.isra.org.uk/english/scholA.html
All applications should be submitted to:
Secretary General
Islamic Research Academy (ISRA)
124 Blackness Road, Dundee, DD1 5PE
United Kingdom
This year, there are a number of full and partial scholarships for young postgraduate students wishing to study full-time for an M.Litt. in Islamicjerusalem Studies at Al-Maktoum Institute for Arabic and Islamic Studies- University of Aberdeen. The scholarship is only for one year beginning from September 2007.
Winners of the scholarship will undertake the taught full-time M.Litt. course in Islamicjerusalem Studies at Al-Maktoum Institute for Arabic and Islamic Studies in Dundee.
These prestigious scholarship schemes are serious efforts on the part of ISRA to prepare a team of scholars in this new field of inquiry, and a great human investment to prepare an academic team of young scholars as specialists in Islamicjerusalem Studies.
The full scholarship will cover the full student tuition fee and will also include a fixed monthly sum to cover living expenses (£500). Applicants for the scholarships will normally be required to hold at least a second upper Honours degree (2.1) in an appropriate discipline and the scholarships would particularly suit recent graduates who can show potential to excel.
CRITERIA FOR APPLYING
To apply for ISRA’s scholarship the candidate must normally fit the following criteria:
Candidates will normally be required to hold at least a second upper Honours degree (2.1) in an appropriate discipline.
Any applicant whose first language is not English is required to have an IELTS score of 6.5 or above (including a score of 6 in the writing section); or equivalent (e.g. TOFEL 580)
The candidate must be able to demonstrate evidence of interest in Islamicjerusalem Studies. This can be shown by submitting three copies of any relevant academic works including published or unpublished papers, books, manuscripts, monographs, etc.
As the scholarships would particularly suit young recent graduates, applicants should be no more than 30 years old (ie: born after the year 1977)
Administrative contact and how to apply:
Applications can be made by submitting (non returnable):
A letter to the Secretary-General of the Islamic Research Academy explaining why the candidate should receive the scholarship.
Al-Maktoum Institute/University of Aberdeen application Form for postgraduate studies (Fully completed and signed).
Copies of degrees certificates and transcripts.
Evidence of interest in the field.
Written references from two academic referees.
Three copies of the candidate’s Curriculum Vitae (CV).
A copy of the candidate’s birth certificate.
Proof of English language proficiency, i.e. IELTS certificate.
Further information and an application form can be found at: http://www.isra.org.uk/english/scholA.html
All applications should be submitted to:
Secretary General
Islamic Research Academy (ISRA)
124 Blackness Road, Dundee, DD1 5PE
United Kingdom
PhD Scholarships First Comprehensive International University at Singapore's
The University of New South Wales, Asia (UNSW Asia) is Singapore's newest university. Building on the research strengths of its parent university - UNSW, this campus will focus on research issues of significance to the Asian region. It will also be establishing Research Centres of Excellence in Membrane and Water Technologies, Photovoltaics and Interactive and Digital Media.
Its rich mixture of students from across Asia and the world will have the opportunity to move seamlessly between the Sydney and Singapore campuses. Graduates from UNSW Asia will receive degrees from its parent university - UNSW.
PhD Programs
UNSW Asia is inviting suitably qualified, highly motivated candidates to apply for PhD positions in the following disciplines:
* International studies, economics, accounting, finance, marketing, management
* Chemical and environmental engineering, mechanical and mechatronics engineering, electrical and telecommunications engineering, computer science and engineering, mathematics, physics, biological sciences
* Membrane technology related to water, environment and biotechnology
http://www.unswasia.edu.sg/forstudents/rs_phd.html
Its rich mixture of students from across Asia and the world will have the opportunity to move seamlessly between the Sydney and Singapore campuses. Graduates from UNSW Asia will receive degrees from its parent university - UNSW.
PhD Programs
UNSW Asia is inviting suitably qualified, highly motivated candidates to apply for PhD positions in the following disciplines:
* International studies, economics, accounting, finance, marketing, management
* Chemical and environmental engineering, mechanical and mechatronics engineering, electrical and telecommunications engineering, computer science and engineering, mathematics, physics, biological sciences
* Membrane technology related to water, environment and biotechnology
http://www.unswasia.edu.sg/forstudents/rs_phd.html
Masters and PhD Scholarships for IT Technology Program, Information and Communications University - ICU at Korea
Since the IT industry has become a key asset for the competitiveness of a nation, developing human resources is of great importance for a nation. The Republic of Korea, as one of the leading countries in the IT industry, seeks to play a more active role to meet this demand of
the time.
One of the efforts to meet this challenge is IT Technology Program(ITTP) newly offered at the Information and Communications University(ICU) with an aim to build global network of IT leaders
around the world.
ITTP, sponsored by the Korean government, offers a customized master’s and doctoral degree program for government officials, employees of public institutions or senior-level researchers at national research centers working in the IT fields of foreign countries. All the students will receive scholarships, up to 2 years for master degree students and up to 3 years for doctoral degree students.
This program focuses on transferring advanced technologies and business strategies of Korea to the next generation global IT leaders. After the education at ICU, a distinguished IT university, the ITTP students will acquire not only all the accumulated know-hows of the IT industry of Korea but also the creative abilities to apply learned knowledges and skills to their own countries. The graduates of the program will receive updates of current developments in the IT fields of Korea through annual or biannual newsletters, and remain networked through regularly scheduled seminars.
Important Dates for Application and Admission for 2007 Fall
- June 8th, 2007: Application Deadline
- July 6th, 2007: Acceptance Notification
- August 28th, 2007: Start of Semester
Contact person & Enquiries:
Coordinator, Administration Office of ITTP
Information and Communications University (ICU)
119 Munji-ro Yuseong-gu Daejeon
Republic of Korea, 305-732
Telephone: 82 42 866 6845
Fax: 82 42 866 6858
Email: ittp@icu.ac.kr
Homepage: http://ittp.icu.ac.kr
the time.
One of the efforts to meet this challenge is IT Technology Program(ITTP) newly offered at the Information and Communications University(ICU) with an aim to build global network of IT leaders
around the world.
ITTP, sponsored by the Korean government, offers a customized master’s and doctoral degree program for government officials, employees of public institutions or senior-level researchers at national research centers working in the IT fields of foreign countries. All the students will receive scholarships, up to 2 years for master degree students and up to 3 years for doctoral degree students.
This program focuses on transferring advanced technologies and business strategies of Korea to the next generation global IT leaders. After the education at ICU, a distinguished IT university, the ITTP students will acquire not only all the accumulated know-hows of the IT industry of Korea but also the creative abilities to apply learned knowledges and skills to their own countries. The graduates of the program will receive updates of current developments in the IT fields of Korea through annual or biannual newsletters, and remain networked through regularly scheduled seminars.
Important Dates for Application and Admission for 2007 Fall
- June 8th, 2007: Application Deadline
- July 6th, 2007: Acceptance Notification
- August 28th, 2007: Start of Semester
Contact person & Enquiries:
Coordinator, Administration Office of ITTP
Information and Communications University (ICU)
119 Munji-ro Yuseong-gu Daejeon
Republic of Korea, 305-732
Telephone: 82 42 866 6845
Fax: 82 42 866 6858
Email: ittp@icu.ac.kr
Homepage: http://ittp.icu.ac.kr
International Master's Scholarship at University of Bern at Switzerland
The Universität Bern will offer international students Excellence Scholarships for postgraduate study for the academic year 2008/09. The scholarship consists of 1600 CHF per month for the entire duration of the Master`s programme.
Master`s Programmes
For further information (study programmes, major, minor, etc.) about the about the Master`s programmes offered at our university please contact the departement concerened directly.
Criteria for selection:
* Applicants must, by end of July 2008, have graduated with at least a Bachelor`s degree in the same field of study as the selected Master`s programme
* The applicant`s place of residence during the application period must be in their home country
The applicant`s file must include the following in duplicate:
* Application form (see downloads)
* Curriculum vitae /resume
* Letter of motivation and objectives
* Letter of recommendation from a professor of your home university
* Evidence of sufficient language proficiency in German or dispensation granted by the faculty concerned at Universität Bern
* Transcript of grades obtained during Bachelor studies, diploma (photocopies) or confirmation of home university that Bachelor studies in the same study field as applied Master`s programme will be completed by the end of July 2008
* Record of school-leaving examination (i.e. university entrance qualification)
* 2 passport photos
* Copy of passport
The application must be written in the language of the corresponding Master`s course.
Closing date:
Applicants` files should be submitted before December 21, 2007 to:
Universität Bern,
International Relations,
Hochschulstrasse 4,
CH-3012 Bern
Each application must be submitted in duplicate (2 paper copies).
For more informationa: http://www.int.unibe.ch/lenya/int/live/1incoming/13postgraduate/136master_en.html
Master`s Programmes
For further information (study programmes, major, minor, etc.) about the about the Master`s programmes offered at our university please contact the departement concerened directly.
Criteria for selection:
* Applicants must, by end of July 2008, have graduated with at least a Bachelor`s degree in the same field of study as the selected Master`s programme
* The applicant`s place of residence during the application period must be in their home country
The applicant`s file must include the following in duplicate:
* Application form (see downloads)
* Curriculum vitae /resume
* Letter of motivation and objectives
* Letter of recommendation from a professor of your home university
* Evidence of sufficient language proficiency in German or dispensation granted by the faculty concerned at Universität Bern
* Transcript of grades obtained during Bachelor studies, diploma (photocopies) or confirmation of home university that Bachelor studies in the same study field as applied Master`s programme will be completed by the end of July 2008
* Record of school-leaving examination (i.e. university entrance qualification)
* 2 passport photos
* Copy of passport
The application must be written in the language of the corresponding Master`s course.
Closing date:
Applicants` files should be submitted before December 21, 2007 to:
Universität Bern,
International Relations,
Hochschulstrasse 4,
CH-3012 Bern
Each application must be submitted in duplicate (2 paper copies).
For more informationa: http://www.int.unibe.ch/lenya/int/live/1incoming/13postgraduate/136master_en.html
Participating Australian Higher Education Institutions
The Australian Leadership Awards (ALA) Scholarships are a component of the Australian Leadership Awards, a regional program under the Australian Scholarships initiative. Australian Leadership Awards aim to develop leadership, build partnerships and linkages within the Asia-Pacific.
They are intended for those who are already leaders or have the potential to assume leadership roles that can influence social and economic policy reform and development outcomes, both in their own countries and in the Asia-Pacific region. The ALA program comprises of Scholarships and Fellowships.
ALA Scholarships are academically elite awards offered to high achievers from the Asia-Pacific region each year to undertake postgraduate study (Masters or Doctorate) and a Leadership Development Program in Australia.
ALA Scholarships students commencing in 2008 may attend
any of the
http://www.ausaid.gov.au/scholar/ala_institutions.cfm
They are intended for those who are already leaders or have the potential to assume leadership roles that can influence social and economic policy reform and development outcomes, both in their own countries and in the Asia-Pacific region. The ALA program comprises of Scholarships and Fellowships.
ALA Scholarships are academically elite awards offered to high achievers from the Asia-Pacific region each year to undertake postgraduate study (Masters or Doctorate) and a Leadership Development Program in Australia.
ALA Scholarships students commencing in 2008 may attend
any of the
http://www.ausaid.gov.au/scholar/ala_institutions.cfm
Open PhD positions at University of Ferrara, Italy
The University of Ferrara announces an open competition based on
academic qualifications and reserved for students from international
education, for admission to the following Research Doctorate courses –
XXIV cycle, year 2009.
http://www.unife.it/formazione-postlaurea/dottorati/dottorati-di-
ricerca-anno-2008
academic qualifications and reserved for students from international
education, for admission to the following Research Doctorate courses –
XXIV cycle, year 2009.
http://www.unife.it/formazione-postlaurea/dottorati/dottorati-di-
ricerca-anno-2008
Imperial College London Scholarship Masters in Petroleum Engineering (Petroleum Engineering Scholarship)
The Centre for Petroleum Studies at Imperial College London are looking for students for its Master of Science in Petroleum Engineering Scholarship. Imperial College is ranked fifth among the best universities in the world (2007) .
The degree course in Petroleum Engineering operates as a 12-month intensive “conversion” Naturally, equip graduates in science and engineering disciplines other with the academic and technical specialties necessary for the exercise as a petroleum engineer in the oil and related services industries. The course is also desirable, before embarking on more focused research programmes doctorate.
The course is designed for those with industrial experience and for new graduates to find a career in the oil industry. The course begins in early October, and will result in obtaining a Master of Science (MSc) degree and diploma from Imperial College (DIC).
The minimum qualification for admission is a First Class Honours degree (or eqivalent) in science or engineering from a British university or its European equivalet in a university or abroad.
The MSc course is supported by grants and fellowships by the oil industry (the United Kingdom and overseas), which cover subsistence costs of college, course notes and work on spending. These are only available to British students and CE. Master’s awards interviews will be held on 2 and 3 June 2008. Applicants must apply before May 31, 2008.
Further information is available online in the prospectus and postgraduate on Earth Science and Engineering website:
http: / / www3.imperial.ac.uk/earthscienceandengineering
Or by contacting the director of course:
Professor Alain Gringarten
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7594 7440
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7594 7444
E-mail: a.gringarten@imperial.ac.uk
Or the administrator in progress:
Caroline Baugh
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7594 7338
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7594 7444
Email: c.baugh@imperial.ac.uk
The degree course in Petroleum Engineering operates as a 12-month intensive “conversion” Naturally, equip graduates in science and engineering disciplines other with the academic and technical specialties necessary for the exercise as a petroleum engineer in the oil and related services industries. The course is also desirable, before embarking on more focused research programmes doctorate.
The course is designed for those with industrial experience and for new graduates to find a career in the oil industry. The course begins in early October, and will result in obtaining a Master of Science (MSc) degree and diploma from Imperial College (DIC).
The minimum qualification for admission is a First Class Honours degree (or eqivalent) in science or engineering from a British university or its European equivalet in a university or abroad.
The MSc course is supported by grants and fellowships by the oil industry (the United Kingdom and overseas), which cover subsistence costs of college, course notes and work on spending. These are only available to British students and CE. Master’s awards interviews will be held on 2 and 3 June 2008. Applicants must apply before May 31, 2008.
Further information is available online in the prospectus and postgraduate on Earth Science and Engineering website:
http: / / www3.imperial.ac.uk/earthscienceandengineering
Or by contacting the director of course:
Professor Alain Gringarten
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7594 7440
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7594 7444
E-mail: a.gringarten@imperial.ac.uk
Or the administrator in progress:
Caroline Baugh
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7594 7338
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7594 7444
Email: c.baugh@imperial.ac.uk
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