Canada : Roberta Bondar Fellowship in Northern and Polar Studies Scholarship

Trent University is seeking applications for the post-doctoral Roberta Bondar Fellowship in Northern & Polar Studies. The position is for a 12 month term (with an option of a one time renewal) at a salary of $42,500 (under review), plus research allowance, beginning August 15, 2011. This position is aimed at recently graduated Ph.D.’s (within 5 years of graduation) in the humanities, social sciences or relevant interdisciplinary fields with research interests in northern and polar regions, focusing on, but not strictly limited to, Canada’s North. The candidate is expected to reside locally and participate in the general milieu of Trent and especially its Northern research activities. Specific duties consist of teaching one course equivalent in the area of the candidate’s specialty and two public lectures. Individuals from a wide range of disciplinary and interdisciplinary fields are encouraged to apply. Final applications (including a letter indicating interest in the position; a description of the focus of the work to be undertaken during the Fellowship and its relationship to the mandate of the Frost Centre for Canadian Studies and Indigenous Studies.

The candidate will be hosted by an appropriate academic department associated with the successful individuals’ disciplinary background and training. Interested individuals are advised to contact their intended host department contact for more information and details of the selection process prior to preparing and submitting their application.

Application deadline: 1December2010

Apply College Scholarships in Economics - University of Otago New Zealand

The Department of Economics of the University of Otago in New Zealand is expanding its PhD programme and invites applications for Ph.D. Studentships (Scholarships). Scholarships are awarded based on academic merit. Please note that in order to be considered for a scholarship, the absolute minimum required is an "A-" grade average, aside from other academic achievements. The University of Otago is New Zealand's leading research university. In the most recent national research evaluation exercise (PBRF) - equivalent to the British RAE and the Australian ERA - Otago was ranked first in Economics and first overall. For more information on the PhD programme, please consult the Department's website at http://www.business.otago.ac.nz/econ/

Applications are considered throughout the year.

Each Scholarship will pay university tuition fees and in addition a living allowance of NZ $20,000 per annum for up to three years, for a total of NZ $60.000. Additional income from research assistance and/or tutoring may be available.

Information on the relative cost of living in New Zealand is available at http://www.immigration.govt.nz/nzopportunities/lifestyle/costofliving/default.htm

The normal period of study is three years. Applicants should have completed at least four years of university study in Economics, and hold an Honours or Masters degree, with excellent grades, which includes a research component. The PhD programme at Otago is by research only, that is, it does not include any course work. We expect that you will have taken courses equivalent to our own honours programme, which includes advanced courses in micro- and macroeconomic theory and in econometrics. The fact that the Otago PhD does not include course work means that you need to have obtained the skills (either theoretical, empirical or both) required for your proposed research before coming to Otago. In addition, it is assumed that you have good written English skills.

If you would like feedback on whether you may qualify for a scholarship, please email a CV, copies of your academic transcripts, showing the courses you have taken and the grades you obtained, plus a 2 to 3 page research proposal, that clearly sets out the hypothesis you wish to test, the methodology you will use to test the hypothesis, and how your research will extend the existing literature to:

Professor Alfred A. Haug

Director of Postgraduate Studies

Department of Economics

University of Otago

E-mail: Alfred.Haug@otago.ac.nz

apply college scholarships Graduate Law Scholarship

Scholarship Description

For students studying Law who apply successfully for a residential place at Trinity College. The scholarship provides half-fee relief from residential fees. Benefits include full board, access to professional mentoring, paid teaching opportunities and purpose-built accommodation. Some awards are based on financial need or rural background.
Reference Number: 5033
Study Subject: Law
Web Address: http://www.trinity.unimelb.edu.au
Provided By: The University of Melbourne, Trinity College
To be undertaken at: The University of Melbourne.
Level: Post Graduate
Availability

This scholarship is offered annually to 2 people. Open for applications from July 1, 2010 until December 31, 2010.
Payment Information

The value of this scholarship is AUD11000 (maximum per award). This award is to be used for accommodation. This scholarship is paid annually for the period of 1 year.
Research Information

This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: LAW, JUSTICE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT. It is required that your study starts no earlier than January 1, 2011 and no later than March 31, 2011.
Eligibility

This scholarship is for study in Australia.
Application Details

To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the scholarship provider. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
Main Contact
Peter Campbell
Trinity College
Phone: +61 3 9348 7100
Fax: +61 3 9348 7610
Email: pcampbell@trinity.unimelb.edu.au
Web Site: http://www.trinity.unimelb.edu.au
Address:
Royal Parade
Parkville
Vic, Australia
3052

apply college scholarships INSEAD Syngenta Endowed Scholarship

Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology. The company is a leader in crop protection, and ranks third in the high-value commercial seeds market. Sales in 2007 were approximately US$ 9.24 billion. Syngenta employs some 21,000 people in 90 countries. Headquarters is located in Basel, Switzerland.

Since Syngenta strongly believes that talented people are the key to successful businesses they embrace INSEAD's mission to train the brightest and best from around the world for the challenge of tomorrow's business world. Syngenta is particularly committed to the dynamic emerging market regions and has therefore chosen to offer this scholarship opportunity to future leaders from emerging countries.

Two scholarships will be awarded per class and candidates for this scholarship will need to demonstrate: (a) outstanding academic achievement and promise (b) aptitude for business and financial management (c) leadership potential and (d) a commitment to contributing to their country or region at some point in the future.

Eligibility:

Candidates must be a national of an emerging economy and have spent a substantial part of their lives in the developing world, in education and/or professional experience. Experience in industry will be considered a plus. Preference will be given to candidates who require proven financial assistance.

Essay topic :

1).Briefly discuss the requirements for successful business leadership in your country today. Describe how you envisage contributing to the future development of your country after graduation and why you should be considered for this award. (200 words)

2).Briefly discuss measures required for sustainable agriculture in your country/region in the context of urban and rural development. Focus on what you consider to be the most important element (450 words)

3).Provide a concise but accurate description of your financial circumstances as well as a cash flow forecast for the year at INSEAD (details of income set against expenditures).

Amount of Award: €22,500

Application Format: Complete online application and submit with essays.

Scholarship Application Deadline:

11 February for the July class

18 August for the December class

Moreinfo: http://mba.insead.edu/schlmgmt/dsp_schl_info.cfm?schlcode=EC01