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Scholarships for Education in Spain

Engineering Degree

Deadline: 7 June 2016-16 January 2017
Study in: Spain
Course starts: July 2016

Last updated: 12 May 2016

Brief description: UPF Barcelona School of Management, through the UPF’s Institute of Continuing Education Foundation proposes scholarships for Spanish students who can demonstrate their ability and inspiration. Scholarships are presented for pursuing master studies. The university offers modern educational and research environments that enables students and researchers to face current challenges and to focus on knowledge as a principle driving force for development. Information and Communication Technologies Engineering (ETIC), is a young and active multidisciplinary department of the Pompeu Fabra University (UPF) in Barcelona. UPF is ranked as the most productive university in Spain in research outcome and magnetism of funds (THE2013) and 13th worldwide among young universities (THE2013, 100 under 50).

According to Spanish policy regarding access to university studies, no specific certificates are required to verify their knowledge of Spanish. In general, students can verify their level of domination of Spanish by presenting the results established at the DELE test (Diploma de Españolcomo Lengua Extranjera), by presenting the results from school studies or any other studies. Their university will check whether their level of Spanish is satisfactory for them to be able to successfully pass their studies in Spain.

Host Institution: Fabra University (UPF) in Barcelona

Course Level: Scholarships are presented for pursuing master’s studies.

Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded in diverse fields presented by the university.

Scholarship Award: The Talent Scholarships cover between 25% and 50% of the total tuition fee and up to 75% if they can demonstrate that they are in a difficult financial situation.

Scholarship Institution: UPF Barcelona School of Management, Spain

Eligibility: The following criteria must be met in order for candidates to be suitable for scholarship: Have completed a university qualification.

Have obtained in their undergraduate studies a minimum GPA (Grade Point Average) of 3.0 out of 4.0(the Scholarship Committee reserves the right to determine a different minimum GPA according to your home country’s grading method).

Have been accepted to the master program for which you are applying for the scholarship.

Have paid the 25% of the tuition fee necessary to reserve your place on the program in the period indicated in your admission letter.

Please note that application must meet all documentation requirements and deadlines. Otherwise it will not be evaluated.

Nationality: Spanish students can submit an application for these talent scholarships. College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirements: Candidates must have obtained in their undergraduate studies a minimum GPA (Grade Point Average) of 3.0 out of 4.0(the Scholarship Committee assets the right to determine a different minimum GPA according to their home country’s grading method).

English language Requirements: According to Spanish policy regarding access to university studies, no specific certificates are compulsory to verify their knowledge of Spanish. In general, students can verify their level of command of Spanish by presenting the results expected at the DELE test (Diploma de Españolcomo Lengua Extranjera), by presenting the results from school studies or some other studies. Their university will check whether their level of Spanish is adequate for them to be capable to successfully pass their studies in Spain.

Supporting Material: Apply through eRegistrar (option “Scholarship and Grants”). Please note that this option will only be displayed once you have paid your master’s reservation fee. Remember to afford the following documentation:

A letter of inspiration (including your reasons for applying for a Talent Scholarship)

At least 2 letters of academic and/or professional recommendation

A complete transcript of records of undergraduate studies with their GPA

If presenting a non-Spanish transcript of records, a conversion chart or a scale corresponding to the educational method of the country in which the degree was issued.

How to Apply: The mode of application is online.

Website: Administration Web site http://www.barcelonaschoolofmanagement.upf.edu/en/scholarships-and-funding/talent-scholarhips

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UNU-INWEH Scholarships

Masters Degree

Deadline: 30 July 2016 (yearly)
Study in: Japan/Tunisia
Course starts: Oct 2016

Last updated: 12 May 2016

Brief description: The Joint Master’s Degree (MSc) Programme on Integrated Drylands Management conveys together different proficiency and scientific property of the partner institutes to build advanced human capital, and generate and adapt global knowledge for local solutions in drylands. The programme gives young professionals and scientists a worldwide perception on integrated property management approaches in drylands and permits them to achieve practical experience in different dryland countries.

Throughout the programme, a strong emphasis will be placed on multidisciplinary approaches. The MSc Programme will propose a short concentrated course and field research leading to the development of a Master’s thesis.

Host Institution(s): The Joint Master’s Degree (MSc) Programme on Integrated Drylands Management is presented jointly through the partnership between the:

• United Nations University (UNU)
• Institut des RégionsArides (IRA),
• Cold and Arid Regions Environmental and Engineering Research Institute (CAREERI)
• International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA)
• Institut National Agronomique de Tunisie (INAT)
• Tottori University (TU)
• Global Mechanism of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification(UNCCD)
• International Center for Advanced Mediterranean Agronomic Studies (CIHEAM) — Bari.

Level/Field of study: Masters in Integrated Drylands Management

Number of Scholarships: Limited

Target group: Students from developing countries

Scholarship value/inclusions: A limited number of Scholarships will be provided to skilled applicants from developing countries on a spirited basis. These scholarships will cover the travel costs between the country of origin and IRA, CAREERI, ICARDA, and TU, as needed. The tuition fee will be waived for students who are Fellowship beneficiaries.

During the course work in 2016, IRA will house the students with full boarding and lodging in a appropriate accommodation in Médenine, Tunisia. During laboratory research work, TU will give non-Japanese students with payment for accommodation and meals in Tottori, Japan.

Eligibility Criteria: Admission is based on the following criteria:

• Candidates must already be registered in a Master’s degree programme at one of the Programme partner institutes and have completed their basic course work.

• Candidates registered in a Master’s programme at an accredited university outside the Programme partners may be suitable to submit an application if they have completed their basic coursework, and can establish a link with a Programme partners for their field research and thesis work which will be undertaken jointly with their current supervisor. Such candidates should contact the interested Programme partner institute directly to explore options and arrangements.

• Candidates must demonstrate a verified aptitude in appropriate research methodologies, laboratory and computer skills.

• Candidates must demonstrate proof of proficiency in English (oral and written).

• Candidates must submit a research proposal of 5 pages, whose precedence aligns with that of programme partner who will host the proposed research.

• Working experience in dryland management is attractive.

Application Instructions: To submit an application, you must submit the completed and signed application form together with the supporting documents by 30 July 2016.

It is essential to visit the 2016-2017 Brochure and browse the authorized website (link found below) to access the applications form and for in depth information on how to submit an application for this scholarship.

Website: Authorized Scholarship Website: http://inweh.unu.edu/msc-drylands/

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