Applications are currently ongoing for the Student Position In Social and Economic Geography at Umea University Sweden. Interested students should see the details below.

Umea University Student Position in Social and Economic Geography
Umea University Student Position Details and FAQs


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The Department of Geography and Economic History at the Umea University is recruiting a PhD student who will be part of a research group of several other PhD students as well as senior and junior researchers who are working within the field of rural development, mobility and natural resources.



The holder of this position is expected to work within the framework of two ongoing research projects: Mobilising the rural: post-productivism and the new economy (FORMAS) and Grapes of Wrath? Global labour mobility in the wild berry industry affecting rural development in Sweden and Thailand.

When is the application deadline?
August 17, 2018



What are the eligible countries?
International

What is the course level?Applications are currently ongoing for the Student Position In Social and Economic Geography at Umea University Sweden. Interested students should see the details below.
Doctorate

How do I know if I’m eligible for the scholarship?:
Applicants must be proficient in both oral and written communication in English and have proven insight into research in social science.
Applicants must have 240 ECTS-credits of higher education studies of which at least 60 should be on an advanced level (Master level), at least 90 credits must be in social and economic geography or related disciplines, and at least 30 credits must be awarded for successful thesis work in social and economic geography or related disciplines.
How to Apply for the Umea University Student Position
A complete application must include:

Research proposal presenting your research ideas and how they are contributing to the current literature, including the project’s relation to the research group (no more than four pages excluding references).
A cover letter summarizing your qualifications, scientific interests and motives for applying (max two pages)
CV
Diplomas of bachelor and Master level degrees
Bachelor/Master theses work/other relevant publications
Other merits of relevance for the position
Contact information to two reference persons
Application Form

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Applications are currently ongoing for the 10 African Union Masters Scholarships in Epidemiology at the University of the Witwatersrand. Interested students should see the details below.

African Union Masters Scholarships in Epidemiology at University of the Witwatersrand

The degree programmes are open to candidates from a range of disciplines including clinical and other health-related fields; statistics and other quantitative fields, as well as demography and social sciences. The scholarship will focus on candidates currently working with the National Public Health Institutes in their respective countries.



The Africa CDC was launched in January 2017 by the African Heads of State and Government to ensure Africans have public health institutions capable of mitigating against the social, economic, and security dimensions of infectious disease threats. In supporting the African Union Member States to establish and strengthen National Public Health Institutes, the aim of the scholarship is to strengthen public health workforce capacity within the Member States.

The Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) – a Specialized Technical Health Agency of the African Union, invites qualified candidates to apply for a full scholarship to undertake the full-time study in the Master of Science in Epidemiology degree programme at the University of the Witwatersrand’s School of Public Health.



When is the application deadline?
31st August 2018

Which countries are eligible for the scholarship?
African countries

In which host country will the awardees be studying?
School of Public Health at the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa.

What are the eligible fields of study?
The candidates can apply for any of the six fields of study under the programme. These are:

Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Field Epidemiology
Infectious Diseases Epidemiology
Public Health Informatics
Biostatistics and
Implementation Science.
What is the category of this opportunity?
Masters

How do I know if I’m eligible for the scholarship?
Be a citizen of and resident in any of the 55 African Union Member States, and working with a National Public Health Institute
Must be nominated by a National Public Health Institute of any of the 55 African Union Members States
Have proof of admission to undertake the full time Masters programme at the University of Witwatersrand
Be a holder of a honours degree or equivalent in a relevant field, an MBBCh or other health related degree, at the level of Upper Second Class Honours or equivalent
The degree must be from a reputable fully accredited University
Have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement as evidenced by academic transcripts, and academic awards, if any
Be able to commit to work in a National Public Health Institute in an African Union Member State on completion of studies for at least three (3) years
Applicants should be 35 years or younger by 31st August 2018
Be proficient in English
Meet the university programme’s requirements:
https://currentschoolupdate.com/2018/07/30/african-union-masters-scholarships-epidemiology/
The African Union believes in equal opportunities for men and women, and women are especially encouraged to apply.

How many scholarship awards are available?
10

What are the benefits of the award?
The Africa CDC will provide full scholarships for ten Masters students in the 2019 academic year. The scholarship covers the following:

The cost of one most direct return economy air ticket per year;
Tuition fees which will be paid directly to the University;
Basic medical and accident insurance;
Monthly stipend to cover living expenses including accommodation;
A limited allowance towards the costs of recommended learning materials (reference text books and necessary software);
Limited support for the research project expenses and
Limited support towards the cost of a laptop.
What is the duration of the programme?
Master of Science in Epidemiology in any of the fields of study listed above (18 months
full-time)

How to Apply for the African Union Masters Scholarships in Epidemiology
The application process is in two-fold. It is important to go through application requirements on the Programme Webpage (see Link below) before applying.

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Applications are currently ongoing for the Academic Merit Scholarships At University Of Wollongong Dubai. Interested students should see the details below.

University of Wollongong Academic Merit Scholarships to Study in Dubai
University of Wollongong Academic Merit Scholarship Details and FAQs


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The University of Wollongong in Dubai abbreviated as UOWD, is a private university located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The University is one of the UAE’s oldest universities, having been founded in 1993. The Campus has over 3,500 students from more than 108 countries.



The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) invites applications for the Academic Merit Scholarship Program which is awarded to International Students looking to acquire a degree program at the Institution.

The postgraduate Academic Scholarship at UOWD covers 15% to 25% of tuition fees each semester. The scholarship does not include textbooks, excursions, accommodation, living expenses or any other costs involved in undertaking study.



When is the application deadline?
September 6th 2018

What are the eligible countries?
International students can apply

What is the course level?
Postgraduate

How do I know if I’m eligible for the scholarship?
Applications are open to students of any citizenship.
Applications are open to new (entry level) students only who will be undertaking full time study.
Applicants must have achieved the minimum grades as listed in the Curriculum table below.
Applicants must meet all of the academic and admission criteria to be admitted to the University and be intending to enrol in the relevant session for which they have applied.
Curriculum* What are the benefits of the scholarship?
25% 15%
Australia 80% 75%
China 95% 90%
Egypt 85% 80%
India 75%
10 Point System : 9.0/10.0

4 Point System : 3.8/4.0

70%
10 Point System : 8.5/10.0

4 Point System : 3.5/4.0

Iran 17 16
Jordan 85% 80%
Kenya 76% 72%
Lebanon 16 15
Nigeria 75% 70%
Pakistan 75% 70%
Russia 4.8 4.7
UAE 3.8 3.5
UK 70% 65%
USA 3.8 3.5
How to Apply for the University of Wollongong Academic Merit Scholarships
If you would like to apply for any of the UOWD Scholarships, you should submit an Application for Scholarship form, along with supporting documentation relevant to your chosen Scholarship (academic transcripts, completion certificate(s), awards, referee reports, alumni ID, as appropriate) to the Registrar’s Department. Applications must be received by the closing date (as listed below) for current students and submitted via the Scholarship Form.

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