The Chinese government has agreed to a proposal submitted by the Ministry of Education, Science, Technology and Sports seeking for 30.8 billion shillings to enable introduction of Chinese language in Uganda’s education syllabus. This language, according to the plan, is supposed to be taught in all secondary schools in the country.

This development is contained in a letter addressed to President Museveni in which the Ministry, headed by the Minister of Education Jessica Alupo, wrote to the president briefing him on various engagements the Ministry has had with Chinese and Korean governments. The letter dated June 10/2015 signed by Alupo, indicates that on 26/5/2015, the Minister travelled to China with a team of Ugandan technocrats where they met with the management of Confucius Institute [China].

The Alupo-led delegation presented a draft proposal seeking for a grant of 30.8 billion shillings from the Chinese government to facilitate the introduction of the Chinese language into the country’s education system at secondary level. The same minister asked for support to the National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC) and  China agreed to all these requests, adding that the same country gave Uganda five (5) scholarships of a core team of people to learn the Chinese language in China who upon return, will act as master trainers.

The same China offered Uganda more in-service teachers of Chinese language at Makerere University Confucius institute in addition to offering Uganda a team of Chinese teachers to kick start the teaching of Chinese in Ugandan schools as a pilot, in addition to donating instructional materials in teaching and learning Chinese and also opening up regional  Institutes in Uganda.

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Master of Science in Water Resources and Livelihood Security Scholarships: The Swedish Institute offers a few Master of Science in Water Resources and Livelihood Security Scholarships to students from developing countries.

The scholarships are for study at Linköping University, Sweden. Minimum admission requirements for master’s studies include earlier studies from an internationally recognised university equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree at a British university.

The university has to be listed in the latest edition of the International Handbook of Universities/World List of Universities or Other Institutions of Higher Education.

Master’s applicants must also prove that they have a very good command of English, both written and oral.

Deadline is 1 February for Master’s programmes starting in August/September. Application period starts 1 October.

Master of Science in Water Resources and Livelihood Security Scholarships: The Swedish Institute offers a few Master of Science in Water Resources and Livelihood Security Scholarships to students from developing countries.

The scholarships are for study at Linköping University, Sweden. Minimum admission requirements for master’s studies include earlier studies from an internationally recognised university equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree at a British university.

The university has to be listed in the latest edition of the International Handbook of Universities/World List of Universities or Other Institutions of Higher Education.

Master’s applicants must also prove that they have a very good command of English, both written and oral.

Deadline is 1 February for Master’s programmes starting in August/September. Application period starts 1 October.

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Master of Marine and Lacustrine Science and Management Scholarships: Master of Marine and Lacustrine Science and Management (Oceans and Lakes) addresses students with a background in Sciences.

Oceans & Lakes is an inter-university programme organized by the Faculty of Sciences of Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB, Free University of Brussels), Universiteit Antwerpen (UA, Antwerp University) and Universiteit Gent (UGent, Ghent University).

It provides students with strong fundamental and applied knowledge and prepares them for an active role in the scientific research and management of marine and lacustrine systems.

Oceans and Lakes trains students in:

• Becoming a multidisciplinary scientist who thinks and works across fields and disciplines
• Playing a key role in high quality scientific marine and lacustrine research
• Providing advice in management and an integrated concept and view on marine and lacustrine systems
• Becoming critically minded, problem-solving and communicative scientists

Admission requirements:

Oceans & Lakes is open to holders of a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Chemistry, Geology, Geography, Geography and Geomathics, Bio-engineer Science or Environmental Sciences.

For other Bachelors’ in Science and Applied Science, equivalency will be evaluated based on scientific competences and skills of the students by the Oceans & Lakes Steering Committee.

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For Women in Science Programme is launching of the L’Oréal-UNESCO Regional fellowships For Women in Science in Sub-Sahara Africa to assist women scientists in Sub-Saharan to realize important scientific research in all fields of science, engineering and technology.

This fellowship is open to all women citizens and permanent residents from Sub-Saharan African countries.

Fellowships will be awarded to women scientists in Sub-Saharan African to realize important scientific research in all fields of science, engineering and technology.

Fellowships will be awarded for PhD research projects that will result in a Doctorate degree

The research is to be conducted in any country in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Fellowships up to the maximum value of US$20,000 will be awarded.

The age limits for the candidate is 40 years

The selected beneficiaries will be awarded their fellowships at a public ceremony.

The objective of the fellowships is to help financially the fellows to realize promising scientific research to obtain a PhD degree.

The beneficiaries agree to include mention of the Fellowship in any publications resulting from the research.

The fellowships will be paid to the beneficiaries in one installment after the fellowships official ceremony and signing the preliminary contract with L’OREAL Foundation

The fellows agree to be photographed, filmed and interviewed by the media.

Deadline: 31st October.

For more information and application, visit: L’ORÉAL/UNESCO Regional Fellowships for Women in Science Website

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Angus Sawise Scholarships for Women: The Association of South African Women in Science and Engineering (SA WISE) is a dynamic association for all those who support the idea of strengthening the role of women in science and engineering in South Africa.

Association of South African Women in Science and Engineering (SA WISE) aims to strengthen this role by inter Alia:

• raising the profile of women scientists and engineers.
• lobbying for the advancement of women in science and engineering.
• providing leadership and role models for young people wishing to enter the fields of science and engineering.

The scholarship is awarded for 1 year of tertiary study at Honours level (or 4th year level of study) in any field of science and engineering.

South African applicants will be given preference. The successful applicant should become an active member of Association of South African Women in Science and Engineering (SA WISE).

How to apply:

Please include with application:

• Curriculum Vitae with names of two referees.
• One page motivation.
• Name(s) of other bursaries/scholarships applied for and amount.

Application deadline: 28 November annually.

For more information and scholarship application see; Angus Sawise Scholarships for Women Website

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The WTO secretariat maintains a limited internship programme for post-graduate university students wishing to gain practical experience and deeper knowledge of the multilateral trading system.

Eligibility back:

• Interns are recruited from among nationals of WTO Members and countries and customs territories engaged in accession negotiations.
• Interns will have completed their undergraduate studies in a relevant discipline (e.g. economics, law, political science, international relations), and shall have completed at least one year of their postgraduate studies.
• The minimum age for an intern shall be 21 years and the maximum age 30 years.
• A roster of suitable candidates is maintained from which interns are selected.

In addition to the regular internship programme, the need may also arise to recruit interns at short notice for particular tasks.

These recruits will also be drawn from the roster. Names will not be maintained on the roster for longer than one year.

Contractual Terms and Conditions back:

• Paid interns receive a daily allowance of CHF 60 (including week-ends and official holidays falling within the selected period). No other remuneration of any kind shall be paid.
• Internships take place in Geneva, Switzerland only. Travel expenses to and from Geneva cannot be paid by the WTO, and such travel is not covered by the Organization’s insurance. Interns are also responsible for their own insurance cover for illness and accidents while they are working at the WTO.
• The WTO may also employ unpaid interns funded from external sources.
• Internships are generally of a duration of up to 24 weeks, the length of the internship depending on the project the interns is requested to work on, and on the needs of each Division.
• An internship can be terminated by the WTO Secretariat or by the intern with one week’s notice. The WTO Internship Application Form must be completed and addressed to: Director, Human Resources Division, World Trade Organization, Centre William Rappard, 154 rue de Lausanne, 1211 Geneva 21, Switzerland. Email: humanresources[at]wto.org

For more information see; WTO Internship Programme

Study WTO Internship Programme for post-graduates

The WTO secretariat maintains a limited internship programme for post-graduate university students wishing to gain practical experience and deeper knowledge of the multilateral trading system.

Eligibility back:

• Interns are recruited from among nationals of WTO Members and countries and customs territories engaged in accession negotiations.
• Interns will have completed their undergraduate studies in a relevant discipline (e.g. economics, law, political science, international relations), and shall have completed at least one year of their postgraduate studies.
• The minimum age for an intern shall be 21 years and the maximum age 30 years.
• A roster of suitable candidates is maintained from which interns are selected.

In addition to the regular internship programme, the need may also arise to recruit interns at short notice for particular tasks.

These recruits will also be drawn from the roster. Names will not be maintained on the roster for longer than one year.

Contractual Terms and Conditions back:

• Paid interns receive a daily allowance of CHF 60 (including week-ends and official holidays falling within the selected period). No other remuneration of any kind shall be paid.
• Internships take place in Geneva, Switzerland only. Travel expenses to and from Geneva cannot be paid by the WTO, and such travel is not covered by the Organization’s insurance. Interns are also responsible for their own insurance cover for illness and accidents while they are working at the WTO.
• The WTO may also employ unpaid interns funded from external sources.
• Internships are generally of a duration of up to 24 weeks, the length of the internship depending on the project the interns is requested to work on, and on the needs of each Division.
• An internship can be terminated by the WTO Secretariat or by the intern with one week’s notice. The WTO Internship Application Form must be completed and addressed to: Director, Human Resources Division, World Trade Organization, Centre William Rappard, 154 rue de Lausanne, 1211 Geneva 21, Switzerland. Email: humanresources[at]wto.org

For more information see; WTO Internship Programme

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British Federation of Women Graduates Foundation Grants: British Federation of Women Graduates (BFWG) makes financial awards by Annual Competition each year to women research students entering into their final year of formal study towards a doctoral higher degree (PhD, DPhil, DMus, etc) whether it be for writing up or research.

You are eligible to apply for a BFWG Scholarship or Award, regardless of nationality, if your studies take place in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales).

There is no upper age limit. Grants are not given for the first year of postgraduate study or research.

Typically, awards will range up to £6000.

Although there are various named scholarships, most awards are open to any field of study.

A few are set aside specifically for medical sciences, geography, architecture or engineering, and biological, geological, meteorological or radiological science.

Not all of these are likely to be awarded in each round of awards.

You can choose to specify which award you would like to apply for, but you can also leave that section of the Application Form blank for the AAC to allocate.

These awards are made without reference to financial need.

If you have a query about eligibility, contact the Secretary of BFWG by e-mail at: awards [at] bfwg.demon.co.uk

For more information about BFWG Grants, visit: British Federation of Women Graduates Foundation Grants Website

British Federation of Women Graduates Foundation Grants: British Federation of Women Graduates (BFWG) makes financial awards by Annual Competition each year to women research students entering into their final year of formal study towards a doctoral higher degree (PhD, DPhil, DMus, etc) whether it be for writing up or research.

You are eligible to apply for a BFWG Scholarship or Award, regardless of nationality, if your studies take place in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales).

There is no upper age limit. Grants are not given for the first year of postgraduate study or research.

Typically, awards will range up to £6000.

Although there are various named scholarships, most awards are open to any field of study.

A few are set aside specifically for medical sciences, geography, architecture or engineering, and biological, geological, meteorological or radiological science.

Not all of these are likely to be awarded in each round of awards.

You can choose to specify which award you would like to apply for, but you can also leave that section of the Application Form blank for the AAC to allocate.

These awards are made without reference to financial need.

If you have a query about eligibility, contact the Secretary of BFWG by e-mail at: awards [at] bfwg.demon.co.uk

For more information about BFWG Grants, visit: British Federation of Women Graduates Foundation Grants Website

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British Ecological Society (BES) Overseas Bursaries: The British Ecological Society (BES) Overseas Bursaries scheme provides grants for ecologists in developing countries to carry out innovative ecological research.

It aims to support excellent ecological science in Africa.

Each grant is normally up to £7,000 over an 18 month period and is intended for the purchase of the basic tools needed to conduct a research project, limited in-country travel and in some cases part of the applicant’s salary.

Some funding may be provided to cover applicant’s expenses during research where it is shown that they will not be able to afford the time off from other paid employment.

In these cases applicants must state if the research work will be possible without BES funding to cover this lost income.

Where relevant, successful applicants will be linked by the BES to ecologists from overseas countries who share related research interests.

Successful applicants also receive free membership of the BES and a free subscription to one of its journals for the duration of the project.

Successful applicants may go on to apply for a BES Overseas Fellowship that funds further research work, the applicant’s salary and international travel.

How to Apply: This grant is only available by applying using the BES online application form.

Deadline: 1st of September.

For further details and application materials, see: British Ecological Society (BES) Overseas Bursaries Website

Get British Ecological Society Overseas Bursaries

British Ecological Society (BES) Overseas Bursaries: The British Ecological Society (BES) Overseas Bursaries scheme provides grants for ecologists in developing countries to carry out innovative ecological research.

It aims to support excellent ecological science in Africa.

Each grant is normally up to £7,000 over an 18 month period and is intended for the purchase of the basic tools needed to conduct a research project, limited in-country travel and in some cases part of the applicant’s salary.

Some funding may be provided to cover applicant’s expenses during research where it is shown that they will not be able to afford the time off from other paid employment.

In these cases applicants must state if the research work will be possible without BES funding to cover this lost income.

Where relevant, successful applicants will be linked by the BES to ecologists from overseas countries who share related research interests.

Successful applicants also receive free membership of the BES and a free subscription to one of its journals for the duration of the project.

Successful applicants may go on to apply for a BES Overseas Fellowship that funds further research work, the applicant’s salary and international travel.

How to Apply: This grant is only available by applying using the BES online application form.

Deadline: 1st of September.

For further details and application materials, see: British Ecological Society (BES) Overseas Bursaries Website

Get British Ecological Society Overseas Bursaries

British Ecological Society (BES) Overseas Bursaries: The British Ecological Society (BES) Overseas Bursaries scheme provides grants for ecologists in developing countries to carry out innovative ecological research.

It aims to support excellent ecological science in Africa.

Each grant is normally up to £7,000 over an 18 month period and is intended for the purchase of the basic tools needed to conduct a research project, limited in-country travel and in some cases part of the applicant’s salary.

Some funding may be provided to cover applicant’s expenses during research where it is shown that they will not be able to afford the time off from other paid employment.

In these cases applicants must state if the research work will be possible without BES funding to cover this lost income.

Where relevant, successful applicants will be linked by the BES to ecologists from overseas countries who share related research interests.

Successful applicants also receive free membership of the BES and a free subscription to one of its journals for the duration of the project.

Successful applicants may go on to apply for a BES Overseas Fellowship that funds further research work, the applicant’s salary and international travel.

How to Apply: This grant is only available by applying using the BES online application form.

Deadline: 1st of September.

For further details and application materials, see: British Ecological Society (BES) Overseas Bursaries Website

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ATREE Small Grants Program: Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE), Bangalore, India invites proposals from individuals for research projects under its Small Grants program.

Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE) focuses on application of science to conservation of nature and sustainable use of natural resources by generating new knowledge, building human capacities, and working towards improving environmental governance.

It’s commitment to conserving biological diversity spans both ecological and socio-economic concerns bringing a unique interdisciplinary approach to addressing conservation issues in India.

Program Details:

The Small Grants Program recognizes that there is a wealth of information and expertise at small scales that can be drawn upon for more effective conservation.

Project proposals for funds from Rs 50,000 to Rs 1 lakh for project duration of 1 year will be considered under the program.

Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE)’s work is housed largely under three centers which, address different issues in Conservation and sustainability research.

Project proposals should address the areas of research focus as identified under each center.

The selected applicant will be assigned an advisor for the research activity at the Center he/she chooses, or can pursue independent research depending on the proposal submitted to the committee.

Research focal areas for the small grant program under each center is as follows:

Center for Conservation Science:

• Structure and function of ecosystem services in the context of major threats such as climate change.
• Endangered or lesser-known taxa.

Center for Conservation Governance and Policy:

• Analysis, implementation and Monitoring of policies with environmental impact.

Center for Ecological Informatics:

• Spatial analytical modeling for conservation science.
• Development of tools/techniques for applications in WebGIS or community science for conservation.

Individuals should be affiliated with an institution and may request use of ATREE facilities at one of its locations if needed.

Proposals must follow the prescribed format and be accompanied by contact details of one referee.

The proposal should clearly mention the Center under which the project should be considered.

Grants can be used for fieldwork, research writing, or internships with ATREE faculty.

Deadline for submitting proposals:

• 1st round deadline: 15th April
• 2nd round deadline: 15th November

For more information and application, visit: ATREE Small Grants Program

ATREE Small Grants Program: Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE), Bangalore, India invites proposals from individuals for research projects under its Small Grants program.

Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE) focuses on application of science to conservation of nature and sustainable use of natural resources by generating new knowledge, building human capacities, and working towards improving environmental governance.

It’s commitment to conserving biological diversity spans both ecological and socio-economic concerns bringing a unique interdisciplinary approach to addressing conservation issues in India.

Program Details:

The Small Grants Program recognizes that there is a wealth of information and expertise at small scales that can be drawn upon for more effective conservation.

Project proposals for funds from Rs 50,000 to Rs 1 lakh for project duration of 1 year will be considered under the program.

Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE)’s work is housed largely under three centers which, address different issues in Conservation and sustainability research.

Project proposals should address the areas of research focus as identified under each center.

The selected applicant will be assigned an advisor for the research activity at the Center he/she chooses, or can pursue independent research depending on the proposal submitted to the committee.

Research focal areas for the small grant program under each center is as follows:

Center for Conservation Science:

• Structure and function of ecosystem services in the context of major threats such as climate change.
• Endangered or lesser-known taxa.

Center for Conservation Governance and Policy:

• Analysis, implementation and Monitoring of policies with environmental impact.

Center for Ecological Informatics:

• Spatial analytical modeling for conservation science.
• Development of tools/techniques for applications in WebGIS or community science for conservation.

Individuals should be affiliated with an institution and may request use of ATREE facilities at one of its locations if needed.

Proposals must follow the prescribed format and be accompanied by contact details of one referee.

The proposal should clearly mention the Center under which the project should be considered.

Grants can be used for fieldwork, research writing, or internships with ATREE faculty.

Deadline for submitting proposals:

• 1st round deadline: 15th April
• 2nd round deadline: 15th November

For more information and application, visit: ATREE Small Grants Program

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The WTO secretariat maintains a limited internship programme for post-graduate university students wishing to gain practical experience and deeper knowledge of the multilateral trading system.

Eligibility back:

• Interns are recruited from among nationals of WTO Members and countries and customs territories engaged in accession negotiations.
• Interns will have completed their undergraduate studies in a relevant discipline (e.g. economics, law, political science, international relations), and shall have completed at least one year of their postgraduate studies.
• The minimum age for an intern shall be 21 years and the maximum age 30 years.
• A roster of suitable candidates is maintained from which interns are selected.

In addition to the regular internship programme, the need may also arise to recruit interns at short notice for particular tasks.

These recruits will also be drawn from the roster. Names will not be maintained on the roster for longer than one year.

Contractual Terms and Conditions back:

• Paid interns receive a daily allowance of CHF 60 (including week-ends and official holidays falling within the selected period). No other remuneration of any kind shall be paid.
• Internships take place in Geneva, Switzerland only. Travel expenses to and from Geneva cannot be paid by the WTO, and such travel is not covered by the Organization’s insurance. Interns are also responsible for their own insurance cover for illness and accidents while they are working at the WTO.
• The WTO may also employ unpaid interns funded from external sources.
• Internships are generally of a duration of up to 24 weeks, the length of the internship depending on the project the interns is requested to work on, and on the needs of each Division.
• An internship can be terminated by the WTO Secretariat or by the intern with one week’s notice. The WTO Internship Application Form must be completed and addressed to: Director, Human Resources Division, World Trade Organization, Centre William Rappard, 154 rue de Lausanne, 1211 Geneva 21, Switzerland. Email: humanresources[at]wto.org

For more information see; WTO Internship Programme

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