The search is on for the Queen’s Young Leaders 2017

Each year from 2014 to 2018, 60 inspirational young people are selected to receive an Award and become ‘Queen’s Young Leaders’ – one for every year that The Queen had served as Head of the Commonwealth at the time of her Diamond Jubilee. The aspiration is for at least one young person from every Commonwealth country to receive a Queen’s Young Leaders Award for achievement in transforming their own lives and the lives of others.
Become a Mentor
The Queen’s Young Leaders Mentoring programme is recruiting new volunteer mentors to help young leaders develop their social, environmental and cultural projects. Mentoring takes place between June and December each year.
The Queen's Young Leaders of 2016
Thousands of applications have flooded in since the programme was launched. Now in its second year, The Queen's Young Leaders of 2016 have been selected from across the Commonwealth.
See the full list of Award winners and Highly Commended runners-up and read their stories.

Applications Open for Griffith International Postgraduate Scholarships, 2017

 

Griffith University is offering Griffith International Postgraduate Coursework Excellence Scholarships for the academic year 2017-2018. Scholarships are available for new future international students applying for postgraduate coursework studies at Griffith University.

Citizens of a country other than Australia or New Zealand can apply for these scholarships.
Griffith International offers an exciting range of scholarships to support international students coming to study in our undergraduate, postgraduate coursework or pathway programs.
Griffith was created to be a new kind of university—one that offered new degrees in progressive fields such as Asian studies and environmental science. At the time, these study areas were revolutionary—today, they’re more important than ever.
Applicants from outside the home country will often need to meet specific English language/other language requirements in order to be able to study there.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing postgraduate coursework programme at Griffith University in Australia.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded in all subjects available at the Griffith University.
Scholarship can be taken in Australia
Eligibility: Applicants must:

UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS 2016

University of Adelaide is pleased to offer 40 scholarships for international students, Undergraduate scholarships in 2016-2017 academic session. Scholarships will be awarded to undertake undergraduate degree program in any discipline.
The University of Adelaide aims to create and engender a university culture that values health, safety and wellbeing as fundamental components of the work environment, supported by safe systems of work, appropriate governance, training, management structures and operational strategies.

The University of Adelaide is one of Australia’s most prestigious universities and is renowned internationally for excellence in education and research.
Scholarships are available available for study in any discipline. The university’s preferred accredited English language tests are: IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson Test of English – Academic and CAE (Cambridge English: Advanced).
Course Level: Scholarships are available for students to pursue masters degree program at University of Adelaide.


 Study Subject: Scholarships are tenable in all subject areas except Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), Bachelor of Oral Health and Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Bioscience) at the University of Adelaide.
Scholarship Award:University of Adelaide provides a waiver of 25% of the annual tuition fee for each year of the program for the full duration of the program, up to a maximum of four years in Undergraduate Scholarships.

IFEC INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS 2016

International Scholarships for Undergraduates are available. Please read these facts carefully before submitting your application.

Eligibility:

• A combination of your work experience and current and past education should indicate that you are preparing for a career in writing or public relations within the foodservice or food and beverage industry. This is a key requirement. Examples of careers IFEC wishes to encourage through its scholarships:
  
  • • Journalist specializing in foodservice or food and beverage
  • Public relations practitioner for restaurants, foodservice management companies, food producers, food marketing boards or culinary schools
  • Food photographer or food stylist working with food, beverage or foodservice accounts
  • Consultant or freelance writer providing marketing communicationsservices for food, beverage or foodservice clients
•  • Communications specialist promoting and/or writing about nutritionas it relates to  foodservice, food or beverage

APPLY FOR AGBAMI SCHOLARSHIP 2016 FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS

APPLICATION FOR 2016 AGBAMI MEDICAL & ENGINEERING PROFESSIONALS SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

Star Deep Water Petroleum Limited, a Chevron company and operator of the Agbami Field, in its continuous support for capacity building in the health and engineering sectors as a strategic feed into the national manpower pool, is offering a number of University Scholarship Awards to qualified Nigerian students from ALL states of the Federation.

The scholarship program, funded by Star and its Agbami co-venturers, is a major component of their Social Investment in the strategic development of health and education in Nigeria.

Applications are invited from FULL-TIME, 100 and 200 level undergraduates from any state of the Federation, studying any of the under listed courses in universities within Nigeria:

 

Medicine & Surgery
Dentistry
Pharmacy
Engineering

QUALIFICATION PROCESS: Interested applicants should click on the “How To Apply” tab to proceed.

David Oyedepo Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships 2016

The David Oyedepo Foundation Undergraduate scholarships 2016 program is the major platform for promoting the vision and goals of the David Oyedepo Foundation, DOF.

Scholarship Description

The David Oyedepo Foundation Undergraduate scholarships 2016 program awards scholarships to qualified individuals who are indigenes and residents of African countries, and have been offered admission to specific universities in Nigeria.
The scholarship program can essentially be divided into 3 categories: 1). DOF Scholars; 2). DOF Leadership Scholars; and 3). DOF Farmers Scholars.
The DOF scholars program grants individuals the opportunity to acquire a first degree at top schools in the African continent. It grants individuals the opportunity to build up the leadership potentials that are so evidently lacking in the leaders of our today’s society, through the yearly programs and community development initiatives.

2016 International Essay Contest for Young People

Organized by The Goi Peace Foundation Endorsed by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan Japanese National Commission for UNESCO, Japan Private High School Federation Tokyo Metropolitan Board of Education, Japan Broadcasting Corporation, Nikkei Inc. Supported by FELISSIMO CORPORATION

This annual essay contest is organized in an effort to harness the energy, imagination and initiative of the world's youth in promoting a culture of peace and sustainable development. It also aims to inspire society to learn from the young minds and to think about how each of us can make a difference in the world. *This program is an activity of the UNESCO Global Action Programme (GAP) on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).

SCHOLARSHIP ALERT: Shortlisted Candidates For SEPLAT/NPDC Scholarship Exam 2016

This is to inform all candidates that the Full List of Shortlisted Candidates For SEPLAT/NPDC Scholarship Exam 2016 is out and exam date scheduled.
This Post provides a guideline to the SEPLAT NPDC Scholarship exam date, link for the online aptitude test and how to get the SEPLAT Scholarship Past Questions and Answers


Qualified applicants of the 2015/2016 SEPLAT JV Scholarship scheme have received invitations to take part in an aptitude test that will decide winners of this year’s SEPLAT NPDC Scholarships award.
Here is a sample of the Invitation emails sent to all Qualified candidates for the aptitude test.

Dear Applicant, 

You have been shortlisted for the SEPLAT JV Scholarship test.
A test code and password has been provided for you below to take the test.
Kindly READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully before starting the test as your time starts counting the minute you click on the “Start test Button”.
Please click on the link below to take you to the test page:
https://www.mytestcom.net/app/myTestcomURL.cfm

JV Chevron Scholarships 2016

JV Chevron Scholarships 2016

Finally the Chevron Scholarships 2016 is out. Chevron Nigeria Limited, in collaboration with its Joint Venture partner, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), is offering a number of University Scholarship Awards to suitably qualified Nigerian students.

E-applications are invited from full-time SECOND YEAR (200 LEVEL) degree students of the under-listed courses in Nigerian Universities:
1.  Accountancy

2.  Agricultural Engineering/Agricultural Science

3.  Architecture

2015 / 2016 Lagos State Undergraduate Scholarship Award Scheme

The Lagos State Scholarship Board is giving Lagos State Undergraduate Scholarship the agency in charge of scholarship, bursary and other related matters within the state.
It grants Scholarship awards to deserving indigenes in various tertiary institutions for full time studies in order to assist these students financially.  
Before Applying Please ReadApplicant must be a Lagos State Indigene studying in any tertiary institutions across the country
All applicants are required to make a Payment of N2,000.00 for Local Scholarship through the Office of Special Adviser on Education, Alausa Secretariat.
Then take the treasury receipt to the Lagos State Scholarship Board to secure their secret voucher pins for online application. Application will not be processed without evidence of treasury receipt.

Ensure you correctly fill in the application form and click on “Apply Now” button to complete your application.
Applications will be done through this portal only, hard copy applications will not be processed.

2016 Newcastle University Nigeria Postgraduate Scholarships in UK,

Newcastle University is offering scholarships for pursuing postgraduate master’s degree programmes. Scholarships are available for Nigerian applicants in UK.

The vision is of Newcastle as a civic university with a global reputation for academic excellence.

Newcastle University mission statement recognises the breadth of academic purpose, its current and aspirational strengths, and its pivotal position in society.

Applicants need a good level of English language to study at Newcastle University. They will need to provide a recognised English language test or qualification unless they are exempt. This is usually a test score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, but requirements can vary between IELTS 6.0 to 8.0. All students need at least 5.5 in each sub-skill, or equivalent.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing postgraduate master’s degree programmes at Newcastle University.

Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded to learn any of the courses by the university.

Scholarship Award: The full scholarship covers: £5,000 payable towards the first year of tuition fees.

Scholarship can be taken at: Newcastle University, UK

2016 Academic Excellence International Masters Scholarship in UK

University of Essex is inviting applications for academic excellence international masters scholarship. These scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic merit and all academic applications will automatically be considered. Successful applicants will be notified of their award by the end of October 2016. The application deadline is 30th September 2016.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided to learn any of the courses offered by the at University of Essex in UK.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing master’s degree level at University of Essex in UK.
Scholarship Provider: University of Essex, UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility:  Applicants must meet all of the following conditions.
-be classified as an international student for fee purposes
-be entirely self-funding your studies
-be applying for a full-time Masters course in 2016-17 (excluding MBA)
-meet the academic criteria in the table above

2016/2017 Swansea University Undergraduate & Masters Scholarship

Swansea University is inviting applications for merit and excellence scholarships to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes. The university offers up to £1.5 million worth of scholarships for international students.
The aim of the Swansea University scholarship is to enable and encourage academically able international students.
Swansea University is a research-led university that has been making a difference since 1920. The university has enjoyed a period of tremendous growth, and we have achieved our ambition to be a top thirty research university, soaring up the 2014 Research Excellence Framework league table to 26th in the UK from 52nd in 2008.
SWELT is the official English language test for international students wishing to study at Swansea University. The test is designed, administered and marked by English Language Training Services staff and is accepted by Swansea University as an alternative to IELTS as part of applicants application for a CAS.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes.

The 2016 Nigerian UNICEF/SPIC undergradute Scholarship Award

2015/2016 UNICEF/SPIC University Scholarship Awards for Undergraduate students is open for intrested persons.
Unicef, in conjunction with its Joint Venture partner, the Special  Petroleum Intervention Corporation (SPIC), is offering a number of UNICEF Scholarship Awards to suitably qualified undergraduate students in Nigerian Universities in various disciplines in full-time.
Eligible Course of Study
Applicants are invited from full-time first and second year (100 and 200 level) degree students of the under-listed faculties, in Nigerian Universities:
Agriculture
Arts and Humanities
Basic medical Science
Education
Engineering
Information and communication Technology

MBA Scholarship at University of Queensland in Australia, 2016 (Women Only)

University of Queensland Business School is offering up to four (4) scholarships for pursuing MBA program (and MBA articulation pathway). Scholarships are offered to outstanding woman students to apply for July 2016 intake.
UQ Business School is independently ranked as one of the top business schools in Australia and amongst the leading institutions worldwide. Based in Brisbane, it brings together over 130 subject experts with over 8,000 students and offers a wide range of degree programs and executive education.
University’s aim is to achieve national and international recognition as one of the best research intensive business schools in the Asia Pacific region.
Applicant must have bachelor degree or equivalent with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale and IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing postgraduate coursework (MBA) degree program.
Study Subject: Scholarships are offered for master degree in the field of business.
List of Subject: Business Administration
Scholarship Award: Total offer is of 50% discount on course tuition fees for a maximum period of 24 months.

MBA Scholarship at University of Queensland in Australia, 2016

University of Queensland Business School is offering up to four (4) scholarships for pursuing MBA program (and MBA articulation pathway). Scholarships are offered to outstanding woman students to apply for July 2016 intake.
UQ Business School is independently ranked as one of the top business schools in Australia and amongst the leading institutions worldwide. Based in Brisbane, it brings together over 130 subject experts with over 8,000 students and offers a wide range of degree programs and executive education.
University’s aim is to achieve national and international recognition as one of the best research intensive business schools in the Asia Pacific region.
Applicant must have bachelor degree or equivalent with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale and IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing postgraduate coursework (MBA) degree program.
Study Subject: Scholarships are offered for master degree in the field of business.
List of Subject: Business Administration
Scholarship Award: Total offer is of 50% discount on course tuition fees for a maximum period of 24 months.
Scholarship can be taken at: Australia
Eligibility: The scholarship will entitle the successful applicants to receive a 50% discount on their course tuition fees for a maximum period of 24 months. If the scholarship recipient exceeds the 24 months timeframe they become solely responsible for the full tuition cost of any and all remaining courses after the date specified in the scholarship offer. The scholarship will be renewed at the end of each semester for a period of 24 months if the holder:
-obtains satisfactory grades; and
-maintains a satisfactory rate of continuous enrolment for a period of 24 months within the MBA program; and
-fulfils the obligations of an MBA student; and
-remains an MBA student.
Nationality: Australian, permanent residents or New Zealand and international students can apply for these scholarships.
College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirement: Bachelor degree or equivalent with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale and four years full-time work experience post-graduation including at least two of the four years full-time work experience gained while working in a dedicated supervisory/management role as approved by the Executive Dean; or graduate diploma in Business Administration from UQ or equivalent with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale.
Test Requirement: International applicants must complete the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) with a minimum score of 550.
English Language Requirement: To meet the UQ’s English language proficiency requirements, student must demonstrate one of the following:
-a score equivalent to four semesters of Sound Achievement in Queensland Studies Authority English or Australian or international equivalent. Less than four semesters may be considered for some programs.
-at least 6.5 overall and a minimum of 6.0 in each sub-band of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent test. Some programs have higher English proficiency requirements; see individual program requirements.
MBA Scholarships for International Students, 2016
Supporting Material: In addition to the application for the scholarship, the applicant must submit the following documents
-Official transcripts of previous studies.
-Evidence of work experience including details of management experience in the form of a CV. Please ensure that CV includes full work history, and outlines the major activities student undertake on a daily basis.
-Two written references that are work related. Applicant’s referees need to substantiate the nature of their work and the managerial duties they currently perform. They should verify details including but not limited to: managing a team of people, managing client accounts, the managerial components of any major projects they have been directly responsible for, and/or financial delegations for which student is directly responsible. All references must be to the satisfaction of the MBA Director
-Evidence of residency status.
-Permanent residents will be required to sit an IELTS and/or GMAT test if their prior studies were taught in an institution where English was not the language of instruction.
How to Apply: Applicants must meet each of the following conditions in order to apply for the scholarship:
-have already submitted an application for entry into the MBA program and be eligible to receive an ‘unconditional’ offer for admission. That is, student must have met the official entry criteria for acceptance into the MBA program (including GMAT, English Language proficiency, and work experience); and
-provide a personal statement of no more than 1000 words (use 1.5 spacing and 12 point font) in support of their application. This statement should:
a. explain why they want to undertake the MBA at UQ Business School; and
b. describe what value they think they will bring to their fellow MBA students; and
c. outline long-term career goals; and
d. provide evidence of leadership skills and community involvement; and
e. outline how they will add value to the MBA program; and
-supply two written references as follows:
a. a professional reference from a current or former (recent) supervisor or manager; and
b. a character reference; and
-attend an interview if required—in Australia or via video-conference/skype/phone. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted as required to arrange a suitable time; and
-Not have been awarded any other MBA scholarship as defined by UQ Business School.
-Applications for admission to the MBA program should be submitted separately to their scholarship application.
Application Deadline: Scholarship application deadline is 31st May 2016, for commencement in July 2016.
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International Master’s Scholarship Program at University of Paris-Saclay in France, 2016-2017

Over 170 international scholarships are open for one year to M1 or M2-level students. These scholarships are available for prospective students commencing for master’s (nationally-certified degree) programs for the 2016-2017.
The University of Paris-Saclay would like to promote access to its master’s (nationally-certified degree) programs to international students, taught in its member establishments, and to make it easier for highly-qualified foreign students to attend its University especially those wishing to develop an academic project through research up to the doctoral level.
University of Paris-Saclay is developing a strategy of international university cooperation, based on the quality of education provided by its members and research teams, which boast the highest international standards.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for master’s (nationally-certified degree) programs.
Study Subject: Scholarships are offered in diverse fields to help students in upgrading their education.
List of Subject: Scholarships applies to all disciplines at the university.
Scholarship Award:
-The University of Paris-Saclay scholarship is 10,000€ per year. It is paid by the establishment the candidate is registered in for the duration of the academic year, and for a period of no less than 10 consecutive months per year.
-A maximum of 1,000€ for travel and VISA expenses is also awarded depending on the candidate’s country of origin.

Commonwealth Shared Scholarships – information for candidates

 

Commonwealth Scholarships for Master’s and PhD study in the UK are offered for citizens of developing Commonwealth countries. These scholarships are funded by the UK Department for International Development (DFID), with the aim of contributing to the UK’s international development aims and wider overseas interests, supporting excellence in UK higher education, and sustaining the principles of the Commonwealth.
Students from developing countries who would not otherwise be able to study in the UK can apply for Commonwealth Shared Scholarships for Master’s study, jointly supported by UK universities.
Purpose: To contribute to development needs of Commonwealth countries by providing training for skilled and qualified professionals and academics who would not otherwise have been able to study in the UK.
Intended beneficiaries: High-quality postgraduate students who have not studied extensively overseas before, who would not otherwise have the opportunity to study in the UK, and who have the potential to enhance the development of their home countries with the knowledge and leadership skills they acquire.
Commonwealth Shared Scholarships are offered for selected taught Master’s courses, and are usually tenable for one year only. These scholarships do not cover undergraduate courses, PhD study, or any pre-sessional English language teaching.

YALI leadership training opportunities in Africa: Regional Leadership Centers

 

In July 2014, President Obama announced the creation of YALI Regional Leadership Centers in Africa. Starting in summer 2015, these centers will build on existing institutional capacity in Africa to provide high quality training, mentoring, and networking support to a greater number of young leaders than can be reached through the Mandela Washington Fellowship. The Centers will reach exceptional young leaders between the ages 18 and 35 from a wide range of backgrounds and diverse experiences.The Regional Leadership Centers will:

• Provide Quality Leadership Training: The Centers will provide certificate courses on leadership and issues across multiple sectors.
• Support Entrepreneurship: The Centers will provide entrepreneurship support services, including mentoring, technology, and access to capital.
• Enhance Professional Development and Networking: The Centers will offer young leaders the opportunity to network with each other, American professionals, and experts from across the region, as well as obtain internships and mentorships.

Young leaders from across sub-Saharan Africa are encouraged to learn more about and apply to the Regional Leadership Center in their region. Learn more about the opportunities available by selecting your region below. Countries supported by each region are listed in the table at the bottom of this page.