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  • Scholarship for PG students

    The JABU management has announced a scholarship for postgraduate students who score at least 4.5 CGPA yearly.

    This was made known during the orientation for new postgraduate students.

    The Vice Chancellor, Prof Sola Fajana, admonished the students to take their studies seriously and be ready for the challenges of postgraduate education.

    He also told them to conduct themselves in a manner compatible with the rules and regulations of the university.

    The Registrar, Mr Wale Aderibigbe, said those with a first class could get immediate employment as Graduate Assistants after their national youth service and opportunity of a study leave to do higher degrees either in JABU or elsewhere.

    The Dean of Postgraduate College, Prof Emmanuel Akorede and Dean, Student Affairs, Dr. Solomon Owolabi, both urged the new students to be of good behaviour.

  • West Africa Merit Scholarship at University of Aberdeen in UK, 2015

    University of Aberdeen has announced scholarship for Nigerian/Ghanaian nationals to pursue full-time taught postgraduate programme in either the College of Arts and Social Sciences or the College of Life Sciences and Medicine. To be eligible for this award, candidates must hold the equivalent of a First class British Honours degree from a British university or from a recognised Nigerian university/Ghanaian university. Up to 5 scholarships valued at approx £2000 each will be awarded. The closing date for applications is 30 June 2015.

    Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded to study any programme in either the College of Arts and Social Sciences or the College of Life Sciences and Medicine.

    Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing full-time taught postgraduate programme at the University of Aberdeen.

    Scholarship Provider: University of Aberdeen, UK

    Scholarship can be taken at: UK

    Eligibility:

    •To be eligible for this award, candidates must hold the equivalent of a First class British Honours degree from a British university or from a recognised Nigerian university/Ghanaian university.

    •Candidates must also be self-funded, and not in receipt of any financial assistance from the Nigerian government.

    •To be considered for the scholarship you will need to have applied to the University of Aberdeen and been offered a place starting in January or September 2015. You must also be a privately funded student, and not in receipt of any financial assistance from the Nigerian/Ghanaian Government.

    •The scholarship can only be held by a student of the University commencing study in January or September 2015- it cannot be transferred to other institutions.

    •Priority will be given to students who do not already have additional scholarship funding (student loans excluded) and to those who have firmly accepted either a conditional or unconditional offer for a place at the University at the time the selection committee meets.

    Scholarship Open for International Students: Nigerian/Ghanaian nationals, who are normally resident in Nigeria/Ghana are eligible to apply for the merit scholarship.

    Scholarship Description: This funding opportunity is open to Nigerian students undertaking a full-time taught postgraduate programme in either the College of Arts and Social Sciences or the College of Life Sciences and Medicine. To be eligible for this award, candidates must hold the equivalent of a First class British Honours degree from a British university or from a recognised Nigerian university. Candidates must also be self-funded, and not in receipt of any financial assistance from the Nigerian government.

    Number of award(s): There are 5 West Africa Merit scholarships available.

    Duration of award(s): Not Known

    What does it cover? This scholarship has a value of £2000 and is awarded in the form of a tuition fee discount.

    Selection Criteria: Scholarship is awarded on merit basis.

    Notification: Successful applicants will be informed by email.

    How to Apply: A completed application form, transcript and one academic reference should be emailed or posted.

    Scholarship Application Deadline: The closing date for applications is 30 June 2015.

    Read more: West Africa Merit Scholarship at University of Aberdeen, UK Scholarship Positions 2015 2016

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  • SCHOLARSHIPS APPROACHING DEADLINE

    Bournemouth University is inviting applications for Business School Scholarships to pursue taught master programme starting in January 2015. Students resident in Colombia, Taiwan, Turkey, Nigeria at the time of application who are classified as ‘overseas’ for fee purposes are eligible to apply for the 50% award. Students resident in China, India, South Korea at the time of application who are classified as ‘overseas’ for fee purposes are eligible to apply for the 25% award. The deadline for September 2015 entry applications is 31 May 2015.

    Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded to study within the Business School at Bournemouth University.

    Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing masters degree at Bournemouth University.

    Scholarship Provider: Bournemouth University, UK. Scholarship can be taken at: UK

    Accreditation: Bournemouth University is an accredited university. Bournemouth University is accredited by the University Alliance ACU.

    Eligibility:

    •Students resident in Colombia, Taiwan, Turkey, Nigeria at the time of application who are classified as ‘overseas’ for fee purposes are eligible to apply for the 50% award.

    •Students resident in China, India, South Korea at the time of application who are classified as ‘overseas’ for fee purposes are eligible to apply for the 25% award.

    Scholarship Open for International Students: Students of Colombia, Taiwan, Turkey, Nigeria, China, India and South Korea can apply for these Business School Scholarships.

    Scholarship Description: This scholarship is offered to students who have applied to study a full-time Taught Masters at the Business School on BU campus.

    Number of award(s): Up to 3 scholarships of 50% reduction and 4 scholarships of 25% reduction will be awarded.

    Duration of award(s): Not known

    What does it cover? Students from Colombia, Taiwan, Turkey, Nigeria will get 50% fee reduction and from China, India, South Korea will get 25% fee reduction.

    Selection Criteria: An outstanding academic profile, relevant to your course, as follows: Upper second-class honours (2i) classification plus personal statement as in the scholarship application form.

    Notification: Successful applicants will normally be informed within one month of the deadline. Your award will not be formally approved until you hold an unconditional firm offer.

    How to Apply: Applicants should apply by post. You can apply at the same time or after you have submitted your course application form.

    Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for September 2015 entry applications is 31 May 2015.

    Read more: Business School Scholarships for Masters at BU in UK, 2015 Scholarship Positions 2015 2016

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    Mo Ibrahim Foundation MSc Scholarship at University of Birmingham in UK, 2015

     

    Applications are invited for Mo Ibrahim Foundation scholarship to undertake MSc in Governance and State-building, with a one year internship being integral to the programme. The internship will consist of six months with IDD and six months with the Mo Ibrahim Foundation in London. Applicants must have the equivalent of a first class UK bachelors degree and be African nationals domiciled (or permanent residents) in an African country. Preference will be given to scholarship candidates living in Sub-Saharan Africa. The application deadline is 18 May 2015.

    Study Subject(s): Scholarship is awarded in governance and state-building programme.

    Course Level: Scholarship is available for pursuing MSc programme at University of Birmingham.

    Scholarship Provider: Mo Ibrahim Foundation

    Scholarship can be taken at: UK

    Eligibility: The entry requirements consist of:

    •1st class Honours degree or equivalent from an approved university.

    •Adequate capacity in written and spoken English. For those whose first language is not English, evidence of this capacity is required. -Applicants should reach at least level 6.5 in the IELTS.

    •Experience in economics and statistics, demonstrated through a good mark received for at least one course at undergraduate level.

    •Applicants must be African nationals domiciled (or permanent residents) in an African country. Preference will be given to scholarship candidates living in Sub-Saharan Africa.

    Scholarship Open for International Students: Students of Africa including Nigeria, can apply for this Mo Ibrahim Foundation scholarship.

     

    Scholarship Description: The International Development Department is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity to undertake the MSc in Governance and State-building, followed by a six-month internship at IDD and six months with the Mo Ibrahim Foundation in London with a full scholarship. Applicants must have the equivalent of a first class UK bachelors degree and be African nationals domiciled (or permanent residents) in an African country. Preference will be given to scholarship candidates living in Sub-Saharan Africa.

     

    Number of award(s): One Mo Ibrahim Foundation scholarship is available.

     

    Duration of award(s): The scholarship is provided by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation and is for a two-year programme, with the successful candidate undertaking the full MSc programme, with a one year internship being integral to the programme. The internship will consist of six months with IDD and six months with the Mo Ibrahim Foundation in London.

     

    What does it cover? This Mo Ibrahim Foundation scholarship includes:

    -Full tuition fee

    -Air fare to and from the United Kingdom and visa

    -Monthly stipend of £920 for 18 months

    -Arrival allowance of £920

     

    Selection Criteria: Not Known

     

    Notification: Not Known

     

    How to Apply: Applications must be received through the University online application system. In addition to the normal University requirements for supporting documents, candidates must also upload a 500 word statement and CV. This statement should set out why the applicant is the best candidate for the scholarship. Candidates must also send an email to Mrs Debra Beard (d.l.beard-at-bham.ac.uk) informing IDD of their wish to be considered for the scholarship. Please include ‘Mo Ibrahim Scholarship’ in the subject line of the email.

     

    Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 18 May 2015.

     

     

    Read more: Mo Ibrahim Foundation Scholarship for Africans in UK, 2015 Scholarship Positions 2015 2016

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    West Africa Merit Scholarship at University of Aberdeen in UK, 2015

     

    University of Aberdeen has announced scholarship for Nigerian/Ghanaian nationals to pursue full-time taught postgraduate programme in either the College of Arts and Social Sciences or the College of Life Sciences and Medicine. To be eligible for this award, candidates must hold the equivalent of a First class British Honours degree from a British university or from a recognised Nigerian university/Ghanaian university. Up to 5 scholarships valued at approx £2000 each will be awarded. The closing date for applications is 30 June 2015.

     

    Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded to study any programme in either the College of Arts and Social Sciences or the College of Life Sciences and Medicine.

    Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing full-time taught postgraduate programme at the University of Aberdeen.

    Scholarship Provider: University of Aberdeen, UK

    Scholarship can be taken at: UK

     

    Eligibility:

    -To be eligible for this award, candidates must hold the equivalent of a First class British Honours degree from a British university or from a recognised Nigerian university/Ghanaian university.

    -Candidates must also be self-funded, and not in receipt of any financial assistance from the Nigerian government.

    -To be considered for the scholarship you will need to have applied to the University of Aberdeen and been offered a place starting in January or September 2015. You must also be a privately funded student, and not in receipt of any financial assistance from the Nigerian/Ghanaian Government.

    -The scholarship can only be held by a student of the University commencing study in January or September 2015- it cannot be transferred to other institutions.

    -Priority will be given to students who do not already have additional scholarship funding (student loans excluded) and to those who have firmly accepted either a conditional or unconditional offer for a place at the University at the time the selection committee meets.

     

    Scholarship Open for International Students: Nigerian/Ghanaian nationals, who are normally resident in Nigeria/Ghana are eligible to apply for the merit scholarship.

     

    Scholarship Description: This funding opportunity is open to Nigerian students undertaking a full-time taught postgraduate programme in either the College of Arts and Social Sciences or the College of Life Sciences and Medicine. To be eligible for this award, candidates must hold the equivalent of a First class British Honours degree from a British university or from a recognised Nigerian university. Candidates must also be self-funded, and not in receipt of any financial assistance from the Nigerian government.

     

    Number of award(s): There are 5 West Africa Merit scholarships available.

     

    Duration of award(s): Not Known

     

    What does it cover? This scholarship has a value of £2000 and is awarded in the form of a tuition fee discount.

     

    Selection Criteria: Scholarship is awarded on merit basis.

     

    Notification: Successful applicants will be informed by email.

     

    How to Apply: A completed application form, transcript and one academic reference should be emailed or posted.

     

    Scholarship Application Deadline: The closing date for applications is 30 June 2015.

     

     

    Read more: West Africa Merit Scholarship at University of Aberdeen, UK Scholarship Positions 2015 2016

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    Edinburgh Global Health Academy Master’s Scholarship in UK, 2015

     

    The University of Edinburgh is offering one full-time Master’s scholarship. The scholarship is available for students pursuing one of the  Global Health Academy programmes. Scholarship will cover the UK/EU “home” rate of tuition fee of up to £8,100. The scholarship will be awarded to a student who is accepted for admission onto an eligible Global Health Academy programme at the University of Edinburgh commencing in 2015-2016. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of academic merit. The application deadline is 29 May 2015.

     

    Study Subject(s): Scholarship are awarded in the field of Anthropology of Illness, Family Medicine, Global Health, Global Health and Public Policy, Global Health and Anthropology, Health Inequalities and Public Policy, Health Systems and Public Policy, Science Communication and Public Engagement, Public Health

    Course Level: Scholarship is available for masters level degree at University of Edinburgh.

    Scholarship Provider: The University of Edinburgh, UK

    Scholarship can be taken at: UK

    Eligibility: -The scholarship will be awarded to a student who is accepted for admission onto an eligible Global Health Academy programme at the University of Edinburgh commencing in 2015-2016.

    •Applicants who have already commenced their programme of study on the closing date are not eligible for this scholarship.

    •Applicants intending to study part-time or online distance learning courses are not eligible for this scholarship.

    Scholarship Open for International Students: Applicants must be both nationals of and resident in one of Nigeria.

    Scholarship Description:

    Edinburgh Global Health Academy Master’s Scholarship

     

    The University of Edinburgh will offer one full-time master’s scholarship for eligible programmes offered by the University.

     

    Number of award(s):  It offers one full-time Master’s scholarship

     

    Duration of award(s): Not Known

     

    What does it cover? The scholarship will cover the UK/EU “home” rate of tuition fee of up to £8,100.

     

    Selection criteria: The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of academic merit. Candidates must have, or expect to obtain, a UK first class or 2:1 Honours degree at undergraduate level or the international equivalent.

     

    Notification: A Selection Committee will meet in late June 2015 to select the scholarship holders. All applicants will be notified of the outcome in July 2015.

     

    How to Apply: The mode of application is online.

     

    Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 29 May 2015.

     

     

    Read more: 2015 Master’s Scholarship at The University of Edinburgh, UK Scholarship Positions 2015 2016

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    Edinburgh Global Health Academy Master’s Scholarship in UK, 2015

     

    The University of Edinburgh is offering one full-time Master’s scholarship. The scholarship is available for students pursuing one of the  Global Health Academy programmes. Scholarship will cover the UK/EU “home” rate of tuition fee of up to £8,100. The scholarship will be awarded to a student who is accepted for admission onto an eligible Global Health Academy programme at the University of Edinburgh commencing in 2015-2016. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of academic merit. The application deadline is 29 May 2015.

     

    Study Subject(s): Scholarship are awarded in the field of Anthropology of Illness, Family Medicine, Global Health, Global Health and Public Policy, Global Health and Anthropology, Health Inequalities and Public Policy, Health Systems and Public Policy, Science Communication and Public Engagement, Public Health

    Course Level: Scholarship is available for masters level degree at University of Edinburgh.

    Scholarship Provider: The University of Edinburgh, UK

    Scholarship can be taken at: UK

     

    Eligibility: -The scholarship will be awarded to a student who is accepted for admission onto an eligible Global Health Academy programme at the University of Edinburgh commencing in 2015-2016.

    -Applicants who have already commenced their programme of study on the closing date are not eligible for this scholarship.

    -Applicants intending to study part-time or online distance learning courses are not eligible for this scholarship.

     

    Scholarship Open for International Students: Applicants must be both nationals of and resident in one of Nigeria.

     

    Scholarship Description:

     

    Edinburgh Global Health Academy Master’s Scholarship

     

    The University of Edinburgh will offer one full-time master’s scholarship for eligible programmes offered by the University.

     

    Number of award(s):  It offers one full-time Master’s scholarship

     

    Duration of award(s): Not Known

     

    What does it cover? The scholarship will cover the UK/EU “home” rate of tuition fee of up to £8,100.

     

    Selection criteria: The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of academic merit. Candidates must have, or expect to obtain, a UK first class or 2:1 Honours degree at undergraduate level or the international equivalent.

     

    Notification: A Selection Committee will meet in late June 2015 to select the scholarship holders. All applicants will be notified of the outcome in July 2015.

     

    How to Apply: The mode of application is online.

     

    Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 29 May 2015.

     

     

    Read more: 2015 Master’s Scholarship at The University of Edinburgh, UK Scholarship Positions 2015 2016

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    MBA Scholarships for Nigerian Students at Cranfield University in UK, 2015

     

    Cranfield School of Management offers MBA scholarship for 2015 academic year. This scholarship is available for pursuing master’s degree level in the field of business administration at Cranfield School of Management. The students of Nigeria can apply for this scholarship. Two scholarships are offered of up to £15,000 value towards the tuition fees.

     

    Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided in the field of business administration.

    Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing master’s degree level at Cranfield School of Management.

    Scholarship Provider: Cranfield School of Management, UK

    Scholarship can be taken at: UK

     

    Eligibility: -Self-funded Nigerian nationals are eligible for this scholarship.

     

    Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of Nigeria can apply for this scholarship.

     

    Scholarship Description:

     

    Scholarships for Nigerian Students

     

    Cranfield School of Management is delighted to be able to offer two Scholarships to self-funded Nigerian Nationals. Qualifying candidates: Individuals who have shown sound academic, professional or leadership potential. As these scholarships are awarded progressively throughout the admission cycle, early application to the programme is recommended.

     

    Number of award(s): Two scholarships are offered.

     

    Duration of award(s): Not Known

     

    What does it cover? The award is value up to £15,000 towards the tuition fees.

     

    Selection criteria: In assessing applicants suitability for the Cranfield MBA we will explore:

    – Applicants career to date

    – Applicants reasons for wanting to do an MBA at Cranfield at this point in your career

    -Applicants potential for senior management

    -Applicants academic and/or professional qualifications

    -Applicants test scores (GMAT/Cranfield tests)

    -Applicants references

    -the conclusions reached by the interviewer

     

    Notification: Applicants who are awarded a scholarship will be notified at the time of the admissions decision.

     

    How to Apply:  Applicants can either apply for the Cranfield MBA online or download the application form as an MSWord document for return by email or post.

     

    Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadlines are

    For Stage 2:- 30 January 2015

    For Stage 3:- 24 April 2015

    For Stage 4:- 26 June 2015

     

     

    Read more: MBA Scholarships for Nigerian Students in UK, 2015 Scholarship Positions 2015 2016

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    BU Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship at Bournemouth University in UK, 2015

     

    Bournemouth University is offering Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship for 2015 academic year. This scholarship is available for pursuing postgraduate (Masters) degree level. Scholarships are open for the students who have applied to study a full-time taught postgraduate (Masters) degree at BU and who are resident in one of the following countries: Colombia, India, Nepal, Nigeria and Vietnam. The scholarship will provide full tuition fee waiver. The deadline for applications is 31 May 2015.

     

    Study Subject(s): Scholarship is provided to learn any of the courses offered by the Bournemouth University in UK.

    Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing postgraduate (Masters) degree level at Bournemouth University in UK.

    Scholarship Provider: Bournemouth University, UK

    Scholarship can be taken at: UK

     

    Eligibility: Students resident in the following countries at the time of application who are classified as ‘overseas’ for fee purposes are eligible to apply. Colombia, India, Nepal, Nigeria and Vietnam.

     

    Scholarship Open for International Students: Students from Colombia, India, Nepal, Nigeria and Vietnam are eligible to apply for this scholarship.

     

    Scholarship Description:

     

    BU Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship – 2015

     

    This scholarship is offered to students who have applied to study a full-time taught postgraduate (Masters) degree at BU and who are resident in one of the following countries: Colombia, India, Nepal, Nigeria and Vietnam.

     

    Number of award(s): One Scholarship is offered.

     

    Duration of award(s): Not Known

     

    What does it cover? The scholarship will provide full tuition fee waiver.

     

    Selection criteria: Applicants must be able to demonstrate an exceptional academic profile (equivalent to UK 1st Class Honours degree as assessed by NARIC)

    – Applicants must be able to demonstrate an outstanding personal profile as evidenced in their personal statement.

     

    Notification: Successful applicants will normally be informed within one month of the closing date. Applicant’s award cannot be formally approved until they hold an unconditional firm (UF) offer.

     

    How to Apply: Applications should be send via e-mail and also by post.

     

    Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is 31 May 2015.

     

     

    Read more: BU International Scholarship for Postgraduates in UK, 2015 Scholarship Positions 2015 2016

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    OFID Scholarship Award for International Students

     

    Masters (MS) Degree

    Study in:  any Country

    Course starts September 2015

     

    Brief Description:

     

    OFID’s Scholarship Program sponsors outstanding young students from developing countries who wish to study for a Master’s degree related to development at an accredited University around the world.

     

    Host Institution(s): Any accredited University around the world

     

    Field of Study: Economics of development (poverty reduction, energy and sustainable development), environment (desertification), or other related science and technology fields.

     

    Number of Scholarships: 4

     

    Target Group: Nationals of developing countries (except OFID member countries).

     

    Scholarship Value/inclusions: The scholarships are worth up to $50,000 that covers the tuition fees, monthly allowance to cover living expenses, accommodation, insurance, books, relocation grants, and travel costs.

     

    Eligibility:

     

    o  Must be between the ages of 23-32 at the time of submitting his/her application.

    o Must have obtained or be on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree with a Baccalaureate from an accredited college/university, or its equivalent.

    o  Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 rating system, or its equivalent.

    o Must be matriculated at an accredited university for the upcoming academic year starting August/September 2015, and must maintain full-time status for the duration of the Master’s Degree.

    o  Must be a national of a developing country (except OFID Member Countries)

    o  Must select a subject of study that pertains to OFID’s core mission, such as: economics of development (poverty reduction, energy and sustainable development), environment (desertification), or other related science and technology fields.

     

    Application Instructions:

     

    Make sure that you fulfill the OFID Scholarship Award Eligibility Criteria before you apply. To apply, you must fill out an application form and upload supporting documents online. The application deadline is  8 May 2015.

     

    It is important to  visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and  for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

     

    Website:Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.ofid.org/FOCUSAREAS/OFIDYouth/ScholarshipAward.aspx

     

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    ISH-London Met Scholarship Scheme

     

    Masters Degree

     

    Study in: London, UK

    Next course starts September 2015

     

    Brief description: The ISH/London Met Scholarships is jointly run by International Students House (ISH) and London Metropolitan University. The scholarships are awarded to outstanding students from selected countries who wish to pursue a Master’s Degree at the University.

     

    Host Institution(s): London Metropolitan University, United Kingdom

     

    Field(s) of study: Any Master’s Degree Programme offered at the University

    Number of Scholarships:  Not specified.

    Target group: Only students from the ISH Scholarship countries are eligible to apply:  Bangladesh, China, India, Indonesia, Iran, Kazakhstan, Nigeria, Russia, Tibet, Turkey, Uzbekistan, and Vietnam.

    Scholarship value/inclusions: The scholarship offers a full tuition fee scholarship to study one of London Met’s Master’s programmes plus one year’s free accommodation at International Students House.

    Eligibility: You must have an unconditional offer to study at London Met on one of London Met’s Masters courses.

    – have a First Class Honours degree or the highest accolade for your degree.

    – have an overall IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component or SELT equivalent.

    – be a national of one of the countries listed above.

     

    Application instructions: You must have an unconditional offer to study at London Met on one of London Met’s Masters courses to be considered for this scholarship. You can apply online through an e-application form or by downloading and emailing the application form.The next deadline is  30 April 2015 for courses starting in September 2015.

    It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

    Website: Official Scholarship Website: http://www.londonmet.ac.uk/international/scholarships-at-london-met/postgraduate-scholarships/ish-london-met-scholarship/

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    Monash International Merit Scholarships

    Bachelor/Masters Degree

    Study in: Australia

    Course starts Semester 2, 2015

    Brief description:  Monash University is offering a number of scholarship programs including the Monash University International Merit Scholarships for outstanding international students who wish to pursue an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Monash University.

     

    Host Institution(s): Monash University in Australia

     

    Field(s) of study: Any eligible full-time undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) program offered at the University

    Target group: International students from all countries. Countries with strategic priorities for Monash will be given preference

    Number of Scholarships: 31 scholarships will be available in 2015.

    Scholarship value/inclusions: $10,000 for a full time study load (48 credit points) paid per year until the minimum number of points for your degree are completed.

    Eligibility: o International student

    o Commencing students with a full Monash course offer or continuing students, and

    o Undertaking a full time undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) degree at a Monash campus in Australia

    Application instructions: Before applying for this scholarship, you must have received a full Monash course offer with no conditions. You must submit a separate application form for this scholarship by the deadline. The next deadlines are 15 March/15 April/12 June 2015 for Semester 2, 2015.

    It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

    Website: Official Scholarship Website: http://www.monash.edu.au/study/scholarships/international/international-merit.html

     

  • Jonathan gives I64 NYSC award winners jobs, scholarship

    Jonathan gives I64 NYSC award winners jobs, scholarship

    President Goodluck Jonathan has given automatic employment to the 164 award winners of the 2012, 2013 and 2014 batches of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

    Jonathan, who spoke at the President’s NYSC Honours Award at the State House Abuja, said those still unemployed would be absorbed into the Federal Civil Service.

    The corps members were said to have been selected from the three batches, “based on their outstanding performances during their service years”.

    The President also announced automatic scholarship for any of the 164 awardees who wants to advance their education.

    Nine corps members, who became physically-challenged during their service year, were given N23.5 million cash under the NYSC Hope Alive programme. They had varying degrees of permanent disabilities ranging from amputated arms to amputated legs and disfigured burns from accidents.

    Ibeto Group donated N5 million to one of the nine injured corps members, who could not attend the event because of the injury.

    Akwa Ibom State Governor Godswill Akpabio donated N5 million to the nine corps members and Heritage Bank donated N1.5 million to each of them.

    Three best overall female corps members, one from each of the three batches, also received plaques and cash reward from the National Council of Women Society.

    Jonathan said: “Once again, I congratulate all awardees on your well merited recognition and honour. The entire nation salutes the determination, courage, discipline, commitment and hard work, which you exhibited during the service year.

    “In line with our policy of encouraging our youths  to always strive for excellence, including serving and prospective corps members, I hereby announce immediate employment of the award winners in the Federal Civil Service, as well as automatic scholarship up to doctorate level in any university of their choice across the globe.

    “I urge you to always be good ambassadors of this great country, and we shall continue to look up to you for greater vision and accomplishments.”

    He added: “On our part, we will continue to accord priority to youth development through policies and programmes that will empower them not only for economic survival, but also for future leadership roles in our nation.

    “The Federal Government will continue to initiate policies and programmes that are focussed on our youths. So far, we have put in place the National Schools Agriculture Programme, the YouWin! Programme, the youth empowerment component of the Subsidy Reinvestment Programme (SURE-P) and in no distant time, we will establish a National Youth Development Fund to ensure that our vision for empowered youth is firmly irreversible.

    “As part of our Transformation Agenda, government gave approval for the NYSC to establish a Department of Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development. It is encouraging, from all indications, that the corps members have eagerly embraced this programme.

    “The NYSC Hope Alive Programme (NYSC-HAP), which seeks to identify and recognise Corps members, who had the misfortune of becoming physically-challenged as a result of injuries they sustained in the course of their National Service to our fatherland, is one programme that is very dear to me.

    “The concern demonstrated by the NYSC in identifying and recommending some of them for appointment into the Federal Civil Service, while also assisting others financially to enable them cater for their needs, is highly commendable. We must take care of the needy without hesitation.”

    He also said that the prompt response and pragmatism with which the scheme addressed issues of national emergencies had also been demonstrated in the way it  successfully keyed into the global campaign against the dreaded Ebola Virus Disease.

    But he said the ceremony would be the last combined function for more than one batch that he would entertain as the scholarship being offered now might be belated to many of the awardees, who must have furthered their studies since they completed their NYSC two years ago.

    He directed that awards for any particular batch should be given not too long after the end of the batch’s service.

    Minister of Youth Boni Haruna hoped that the gesture would spur the awardees to continue to give greater service to the country.

    “This is a challenge for you to strive towards excellence in all endeavours,” he said.

    The Director General of the NYSC, Brig. Gen. Johnson Olawumi said the 164 winners included 55 corps members from the 2012 batch, 52 from 2013 batch and 57 from the 2014 batch.

    He said they were selected by a committee made up of people of proven integrity and that the NYSC Hope Alive programme was aimed at sustaining corps members who sustained injuries during service.

    Elections in Nigeria, he said, had become more credible since corps members started participating in their conduct.

    Jonathan presented medals to the 164 corps members and took group photographs with each of the batches and the injured winners.

    He also cut a cake baked for the awardees.

  • SENATOR SEKIBO I need a scholarship

    SENATOR SEKIBO I need a scholarship

    I am a boy of 18 years, working as a houseboy in Ozuboko, Abuloma, River State.

    I do not have a father. My mother managed to sponsor my secondary education. I am still interested in higher education, but my mother lacks financial strength to sponsor me.

    I believe the only person who can make me realize my ambition of attending a university or polytechnic is Senator George Thompson Sekibo.

    I want him to show mercy to me by giving me a scholarship. I will not disappoint him.

    I am expecting to hear from my good senator

     

    Kingsley Sam-Toby

    Rowland

  • Corps member gives scholarship

    A batch ‘A’ corps member, serving at St Brendan’s Secondary School, Iyamoyong, Obubra Local Government Area, Cross River State, Joshua Orege, has given scholarships to six orphans in the council.

    The scholarship was presented to the secondary school pupils at the inauguration of a statue, also endowed by Orege near the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp.

    At the event held at the Local Government Council Hall in Obubra, Orege said he gave the scholarship to reduce illiteracy among the less privileged and give them access to quality education.

    Orege, who graduated from the Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, as the best Chemistry student said: “After observing that for several weeks these children did not go to school because nobody could pay their school fees, I decided to place the burden on myself to the best of my ability.”

    He urged wealthy Cross Riverians to initiate scholarship schemes for orphans and downtrodden children in Obubra.

    The Cross River State NYSC Coordinator, Alhaji Habibu Kurawa praised Orege for supporting educational advancement in the state.

    Represented by the HOD, Community Development Service (CDS), Mr Chuka Osuagwu, he advised the beneficiaries to utilize the opportunity well and stay focused.

    He also charged other corps members to emulate the good work done by Orege.

    One of the beneficiaries, Ekpang Gift Ngbongha, an SS1 pupil of Egara Community Secondary School, Iyametet, appreciated Orege for “giving them hope to return to school.”

    The event was graced by dignitaries, including traditional rulers, NYSC officials, school administrators, and guardians of the children.

    Orege has also organised free coaching classes for pupils in the Iyamoyong community, constructed road safety signpost and donated stools to the chemistry laboratory of his place of primary assignment.

     

  • Scholarship galore from Nigerian Turkish varsity

    Scholarship galore from Nigerian Turkish varsity

    The overall best SS3 graduate from a village secondary school can get into the Nigerian Turkish Nile University (NTNU), Abuja free of charge.

    This is because the university has a scholarship scheme that accepts the top products from any secondary school in Nigeria (public or private).

    Mr Kamil Kemanci who visited The Nation on Tuesday, added that candidates with Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) scores of over 230; four A1 in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE); a Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.5-5.0 (for direct entry); participants in international Olmpiads, winners of professional competitions in sports, arts or other fields, are eligible for the scholarship which can be up to 100 per cent.

    “Even if your school is in the village and you come out top best student, you will be given the scholarship. That is a good opportunity for everybody. You may say that JAMB is a difficult exam but if you are best in your school that is it.  Of course, you must meet all the requirements of the Nigerian Universities Commission (NUC), including passing WAEC and JAMB at the required level,” he said.

    Meanwhile, the seven-year old university has started accepting students into its new law faculty as well as the school of postgraduate studies.

    The Faculty of Law has two departments: Private and Islamic Law, and Public and International Law; while the Postgraduate School runs programmes under the faculties of Management and social sciences, natural and applied sciences, and engineering.

    Kemanci said NTNU began in 2009 because of pressure from parents whose wards have passed through the Nigerian Turkish International Colleges (NTIC).

    “We built up the university according to the high demands of parents who said that we are grooming their children from nursery, primary and secondary schools so where is your university. So there was so much pressure on the management to start a university, so we started in 2009,” he said.

     

  • SENATOR GEMADE I need a scholarship

    I WISH to use this opportunity to ask for a scholarship from my senator, Chief B. A. I. Gemade, and Hon. Iorwase Hembe who is representing my area in the House of Representatives.

    The scholarship is to complete a professional course in Health, Safety and Environment.

    I started the course at the Chartered Institute of Shipping, Port Harcourt, while working as a Safety Supervisor at Wonderland Park, Abuja. I no longer have the financial strength to continue the course because I recently lost my job.

    I am from the Mbatoo, Mbagusa/Mbaster ward in the konshisha Local Government Area of Benue State.

     

    Stephen Kwaglishe Iusu,

    Gwarinpa Estate,

  • Elizade varsity offers N6m scholarship

    In fulfillment of his promise that no brilliant student would be thrown out of the University on account of financial incapability, the Founder of Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin, Ondo State, Chief Michael Ade Ojo has awarded scholarship of N5.5 million to brilliant, but indigent students.

    The award went to the overall best student for 2013/2014 academic session, students with Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.5 and above, as well as indigenous students with proven financial need.

    The overall best student with 4.89 CGPA, Williams Oluwapelumi John (200L Electrical Electronics Engineering), got N700,000. Other beneficiaries on the basis of good academic standing are Aladetuyi Ayomide (200L Information Communication Technology) with CGPA of 4.81; Ogunmola-Daomi (200L Accounting) with CGPA of 4.78; Takeme Stephanie (200L Business Administration) with 4.78 CGPA; Shola-Shittu Iyimide (200L Automotive Engineering) with CGPA of 4.76; and Jaiyeoba Oluwadamilola (200L Biochemistry) with 4.71 CGPA. Each of the beneficiaries in this category got N460,000.

    Beneficiaries under the Founder’s corporate social responsibility to the host community are Fajuko Michael Gbenga (200 Level Information Communication Technology), Alli Blessing Anuoluwaseyi (200L Accounting). These beneficiaries got N550,000 each.

    Other beneficiaries under the corporate social responsibility of the Founder to Ilara-Mokin community are Fakinlede Oluwafemi Joshua (300L Business Administration), Fakinlede Temidayo Helen (300L Business Administration) and Onifonboyede Temidayo Mary (200L Computer Science), who went home with N460,000.

    Speaking while handing the scholarship letters to the beneficiaries, the Vice-Chancellor (VC) of the university, Prof. Valentine Aletor underscored the readiness of the founder to assist any student that demonstrates academic and moral excellence.

    Aletor said the scholarship was a continuous gesture to encourage other students to work harder and serve as incentive for the beneficiaries to keep their focus on excellence.

    The don commended Chief Ade Ojo for his passion for the educational development of the younger generation.

    The VC revealed that the award was free of ethnicity and tribalism as beneficiaries are from various parts of the country.

     

  • ABUAD’s N87m scholarship woos students

    ABUAD’s N87m scholarship woos students

    Many students were all smiles as the news was broken – N87,658,176 was expended on scholarships to students of the Afe Babalola University Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD) at the university’s fifth Founder’s Day.

    The figure ballooned from N28 million spent in the previous edition courtesy of endowments, grants and other private donations to the university.

    Ten students who made Cumulate Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 5.00 were presented with N500,000 cheques each. Other students also received cheques ranging from N50,000-N300,000, depending on their performance.

    The scholarships were split into categories, including: Hayford Alile scholarship for the College of Law; Chevron Star Deep Water Petroleum and Partners Award; Raymond Zard award for free tuition and accommodation; and the Ewi-In-Council award for five best graduating Ado-Ekiti indigenes, grants for educational advancement, compassionate grants and prizes by individuals.

    The occasion was also used to usher in new students who took the oath of matriculation for the 2014/2015 session, which the founder, Aare Afe Babalola said gave them the opportunity to see what they can get if they work hard.

    Aare Babalola said ABUAD spent N5 million on the 10 university scholars, another N16,605,000 on compassionate grounds; N15,108,176 and N1,100,000 went into  grants on educational advancement and merit award to workers.

    Other donations, according to him, came from companies and organisation as well as individuals.

    The celebrated lawyer said the award on compassionate ground was to help indigent students study at the university.

    He said: “The reason we have the award on compassionate ground is because ABUAD is committed to ensuring that the dream of every students here is fulfilled. If in the course of study, any student loses his or her parents or that the parents loses their job, this university will take up the financial responsibility of the child in question till he or she graduates. Similarly, if we have a brilliant student from a poor home, we will take care of such student’s tuition until graduation.

    “This is the only university established as a non-profit making nationwide. “Every kobo that is made by the university goes back into the university.  There is no shareholding here, and I am not entitled to a kobo as profit. In fact, if the university runs into a problem, it is my duty to rescue it financially.

    Babalola also praised the dedication of ABUAD teachers.

    “Here, our lectures begin by 8am everyday and our lecturers are already in class before the time. This is a university where lecturers make extra sacrifice to teach between 7pm and 10 pm.

    “I have a crop of dedicated lecturers because I shopped for them myself. That is why our students graduate in record time. We have graduated two sets and some have completed their youth service while 12 of them are already teaching in the college,” he said.

    Babalola, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), enjoined parents to visit the Engineering complex and the Talent Discovery Centre, which houses 28 types of sports and skill acquisition centre.

    Acting Vice-Chancellor Prof Michael Ajisafe admonished the news students to get set for greater challenges.

     

     

    “You will be challenged by the transition from a dependent child to an independent young adult. There may be no shoulders to lean on. Sometimes the environment may appear choking and unfriendly. You must constantly remind yourself that you are not the first person to attend a university. Remember that others before you faced same or even worse challenges; and yet they overcame, “he said.

    A parent Mrs Stella Akintade told The Nation that the vision of the Founder motivated her to bring her ward.

    “I was impressed by the vision and achievements of the founder” she said. “I am also impressed by the aesthetic outlay of ABUAD, its infrastructures and drive for morals. My daughter just came in, but I’m hopeful that with an academic-friendly environment like this, the sky is her limit,” she added.