Gates Cambridge Scholarship: The award of a Gates Cambridge Scholarship provides excellent opportunities for personal intellectual development, living and working alongside other similarly outstanding students from the UK and from many other countries.

Gates Cambridge Scholarships are full-cost awards for graduate study and research in any subject available at the University of Cambridge. A small number are also available for study towards a second undergraduate degree.

Host Institution(s): University of Cambridge in United Kingdom

Field of study: Any field of study offered at the University.

Number of Awards:

The Trust seeks to elect approximately 100 new Gates Scholars annually (although the exact number of awards may change from year to year).

Target group:

The scholarships are highly competitive and are awarded to citizens of any country outside the United Kingdom.

Scholarship value/inclusions:

A Gates Cambridge scholarship covers the full cost of studying at Cambridge, namely:

• the university composition fee and College fees at the appropriate rate
• a maintenance allowance for a single student (£12, 250 for 12 months at the current rate; pro rata for courses shorter then 12 months)
• the cost of the most economical airfare from the scholar’s normal country of residence to the UK at the beginning of their course and the cost of the most economical airfare from the UK to the scholar’s normal country of residence at the end of the course
• A discretionary contribution towards the costs of supporting dependants at Cambridge (upon application)

Once in residence, Gates Scholars may apply for financial help with the costs of attending conferences, undertaking fieldwork and other activities.

Scholarship Application Eligibility Criteria:

• may be citizens of any country outside the United Kingdom.
• may apply to study any subject available at the University of Cambridge.
• must apply to pursue one of the following full-time residential courses of study:
• Research leading to the PhD degree
• One-year post-graduate courses (e.g. MPhil, LLM, Diploma, CASM or Part III Maths, MBA etc.)
• 2 year MSc degree
• Second Bachelor degree as an Affiliated Student
• MBBChir Clinical Studies
• must be admitted to Cambridge through the University’s normal academic procedures. The Trust cannot admit students.
• must have a first class or high second class honours degree, or its equivalent, from a recognised university. For universities which work according to the North American pattern, candidates will be expected to have excellent transcripts with high GPA scores showing evidence of sustained achievement in study, together with the type of academic references which speak of the candidate’s leadership potential, social commitment, intellectual ability and why further study at Cambridge is particularly appropriate.

The Gates Cambridge Trust does not require candidates to take a GRE test, although some Departments in Cambridge may do so; candidates should check the relevant section of the Graduate Studies Prospectus.

• must be well prepared for the Cambridge course for which they are applying and must meet the academic criteria for admission specified by the University. Some courses may have particular requirements for admission, and details of these can be found in the relevant sections of the Graduate Studies Prospectus for graduate applicants, or the Undergraduate Prospectus for affiliated applicants.
• who are not native speakers of English are required by the University to provide proof of their proficiency in the English language to meet the minimum standard required for admission to Cambridge. For further information see English language requirements for graduate applicants or English language requirements for affiliated applicants.
• from countries of the European Union who intend to pursue graduate study or research must, where eligible, apply for public fees awards offered by the Research Councils by the relevant deadlines.

For More Information and Application, Please Visit; Gates Cambridge Scholarship Website

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Boehringer Ingelheim Fund PhD Scholarships Target Group:

• Overseas students receive support in Europe
• Outstanding scientific abilities
• The dissertation should decisively advance scientific research

Academic Requirements: Diploma or a comparable degree

Number of Scholarships: 45

Duration: Two years, in individual cases sponsorship can be extended by a further twelve months

Scholarship Value:

• 1550 euros
• 150 euros for smaller purchases for research
• Immaterial assistance
• Invitation to the annual scholarship holders’ meeting in Hirschegg in the Kleinwalsertal, Austria
• Seminar on forms of presentation in scientific work

Application Requirements:

• No older than 27 years
• Outstanding scientific abilities
• The dissertation should decisively advance scientific work
• No other sponsorships
• During the sponsorship all publications must be submitted, as must a report at the end of the research project.

Application Deadline: 1st February, 1st June and 1st October of every year.

For more information and scholarship application see; Boehringer Ingelheim Fund PhD Scholarships

Boehringer Ingelheim Fund for  PhD Scholarships

Boehringer Ingelheim Fund PhD Scholarships Target Group:

• Overseas students receive support in Europe
• Outstanding scientific abilities
• The dissertation should decisively advance scientific research

Academic Requirements: Diploma or a comparable degree

Number of Scholarships: 45

Duration: Two years, in individual cases sponsorship can be extended by a further twelve months

Scholarship Value:

• 1550 euros
• 150 euros for smaller purchases for research
• Immaterial assistance
• Invitation to the annual scholarship holders’ meeting in Hirschegg in the Kleinwalsertal, Austria
• Seminar on forms of presentation in scientific work

Application Requirements:

• No older than 27 years
• Outstanding scientific abilities
• The dissertation should decisively advance scientific work
• No other sponsorships
• During the sponsorship all publications must be submitted, as must a report at the end of the research project.

Application Deadline: 1st February, 1st June and 1st October of every year.

For more information and scholarship application see; Boehringer Ingelheim Fund PhD Scholarships

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The Sustainability Science Program at Harvard University’s Center for International Development offers doctoral, post-doctoral, and mid-career fellowships in Sustainability Science.

The fellowships are tenable at the Center for International Development during Harvard’s academic year beginning in September .

Fellowships are available for 10 months (September-May ), 12 months (September -August ), the full semester (September-December ), the spring semester (February-May ), or for two academic years (post-doctoral fellows only) (September -August of the second year).

The Sustainability Science Program at Harvard’s Center for International Development seeks to facilitate the design, implementation, and evaluation of effective interventions that promote sustainable development.

Host Institution(s):

Center for International Development at Harvard University, USA

Fields of study:

Natural and social sciences as well as relevant professions.

Number of Awards:

Each year, the Sustainability Science Program recruits approximately 15-20 fellows to work with one another and with Harvard faculty.

Target group:

Doctoral and post-doctoral students and mid-career professionals engaged in research or practice that advances the goals of the Sustainable Science Program.

Scholarship value/inclusions:

The Sustainability Science Fellowship is based on a 12-month stipend of $48,000 for post-doctoral fellows, $25,000 for doctoral fellows, and a negotiated amount for mid-career fellows depending on their citizenship, current salary, current employment location, seniority, and other sources of support.

Fellows may also obtain funding from their own academic institutions, outside foundations, and personal resources.

Special funding for the Giorgio Ruffolo Fellowships in Sustainability Science is available to support citizens of Italy or developing countries who are therefore especially encouraged to apply.

Eligibility:

• The Sustainability Science Fellowships are open to advanced doctoral and post-doctoral students, and to mid-career professionals engaged in research or practice that advances the goals of the program (see above).
• Prospective fellows should have a focused personal research or writing objective that is consistent with those goals.
• applicants should be interested in spending some of their time as fellows in collaborations with other fellows and faculty in the program in ways that will advance the interdisciplinary, problem-driven agenda of sustainability science more broadly.
• Applications for the mid-career fellowships are invited from individuals in governmental, non-governmental, private organizations, or academia with at least five years of professional experience doing work involved in linking science and practice for sustainable development.
• Applications for the post-doctoral fellowships are welcome from recent recipients of the Ph.D. or equivalent degree.
• Applicants for a doctoral fellowship must currently be enrolled in a doctoral program and have passed their qualifying exams (completed coursework and passed oral and/or written exams) by May.
• Applicants whose doctoral programs do not require qualifying exams must have completed all the required coursework for the Ph.D., since fellows will not be doing course work while at Harvard.
• Applications are solicited from individuals working in the natural and social sciences as well as relevant professions.

Decisions will be announced by February of each year.

For More Information and Application, Please Visit; Harvard Fellowships in Sustainability Science Website

Apply for Harvard Fellowships in Sustainability Science

The Sustainability Science Program at Harvard University’s Center for International Development offers doctoral, post-doctoral, and mid-career fellowships in Sustainability Science.

The fellowships are tenable at the Center for International Development during Harvard’s academic year beginning in September .

Fellowships are available for 10 months (September-May ), 12 months (September -August ), the full semester (September-December ), the spring semester (February-May ), or for two academic years (post-doctoral fellows only) (September -August of the second year).

The Sustainability Science Program at Harvard’s Center for International Development seeks to facilitate the design, implementation, and evaluation of effective interventions that promote sustainable development.

Host Institution(s):

Center for International Development at Harvard University, USA

Fields of study:

Natural and social sciences as well as relevant professions.

Number of Awards:

Each year, the Sustainability Science Program recruits approximately 15-20 fellows to work with one another and with Harvard faculty.

Target group:

Doctoral and post-doctoral students and mid-career professionals engaged in research or practice that advances the goals of the Sustainable Science Program.

Scholarship value/inclusions:

The Sustainability Science Fellowship is based on a 12-month stipend of $48,000 for post-doctoral fellows, $25,000 for doctoral fellows, and a negotiated amount for mid-career fellows depending on their citizenship, current salary, current employment location, seniority, and other sources of support.

Fellows may also obtain funding from their own academic institutions, outside foundations, and personal resources.

Special funding for the Giorgio Ruffolo Fellowships in Sustainability Science is available to support citizens of Italy or developing countries who are therefore especially encouraged to apply.

Eligibility:

• The Sustainability Science Fellowships are open to advanced doctoral and post-doctoral students, and to mid-career professionals engaged in research or practice that advances the goals of the program (see above).
• Prospective fellows should have a focused personal research or writing objective that is consistent with those goals.
• applicants should be interested in spending some of their time as fellows in collaborations with other fellows and faculty in the program in ways that will advance the interdisciplinary, problem-driven agenda of sustainability science more broadly.
• Applications for the mid-career fellowships are invited from individuals in governmental, non-governmental, private organizations, or academia with at least five years of professional experience doing work involved in linking science and practice for sustainable development.
• Applications for the post-doctoral fellowships are welcome from recent recipients of the Ph.D. or equivalent degree.
• Applicants for a doctoral fellowship must currently be enrolled in a doctoral program and have passed their qualifying exams (completed coursework and passed oral and/or written exams) by May.
• Applicants whose doctoral programs do not require qualifying exams must have completed all the required coursework for the Ph.D., since fellows will not be doing course work while at Harvard.
• Applications are solicited from individuals working in the natural and social sciences as well as relevant professions.

Decisions will be announced by February of each year.

For More Information and Application, Please Visit; Harvard Fellowships in Sustainability Science Website

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INSEAD-Syngenta MBA Scholarships for Developing Country Leaders: 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.

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.

Host Institution(s): INSEAD

Field of study: Masters in Business Administration (MBA)

Number of Awards: Two scholarships will be awarded per class

Target group: Students from developing/emerging countries.

Scholarship value/inclusions: €22,500

Scholarship Application Eligibility Criteria:

• 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:

• 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)
• 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)
• 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).

Scholarship Criteria:

Candidates for this scholarship will need to demonstrate:

• Outstanding academic achievement and promise
• Aptitude for business and financial management
• Leadership potential and
• A commitment to contributing to their country or region at some point in the future.
• Complete online application and submit with required essay.

Application Deadline: 23 February for the July class and 18 August for the December class.

For more information and application, please visit; INSEAD-Syngenta MBA Scholarships Website

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Target group: Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree

Purpose: Study, Research

Field of study: Architecture and town planning

Countries: All

Value and purpose of grant: 5 scholarships of € 10.000 each

Grant award Period: 1 year

The Berlage Institute Scholarship is aimed at excellent 1st. year Berlage Institute participants who will be continuing their studies in the 2nd. year postgraduate program at the Berlage Institute.

Scholarship Requirements for Eligibility:

The Berlage participant must have obtained excellent results in the Berlage Institute’s 1st. year program and in previous studies/work. Furthermore they must be proficient in English.

Applications must include:

• application form
• updated cv
• a portfolio including Berlage projects
• an ielts/toefl test with the required test scores Send applications to the Program Manager at: Berlage Institute, att. M.v.d. Burgh, Botersloot 25, 3011 HE Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Email: vanderburgh [at] berlage-institute.nl

For more information and application materials, see: Berlage Institute Scholarships Website

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Boehringer Ingelheim Fund PhD Scholarships Target Group:

• Overseas students receive support in Europe
• Outstanding scientific abilities
• The dissertation should decisively advance scientific research

Academic Requirements: Diploma or a comparable degree

Number of Scholarships: 45

Duration: Two years, in individual cases sponsorship can be extended by a further twelve months

Scholarship Value:

• 1550 euros
• 150 euros for smaller purchases for research
• Immaterial assistance
• Invitation to the annual scholarship holders’ meeting in Hirschegg in the Kleinwalsertal, Austria
• Seminar on forms of presentation in scientific work

Application Requirements:

• No older than 27 years
• Outstanding scientific abilities
• The dissertation should decisively advance scientific work
• No other sponsorships
• During the sponsorship all publications must be submitted, as must a report at the end of the research project.

Application Deadline: 1st February, 1st June and 1st October of every year.

For more information and scholarship application see; Boehringer Ingelheim Fund PhD Scholarships

The University of Boehringer Ingelheim offers PhD Scholarships

Boehringer Ingelheim Fund PhD Scholarships Target Group:

• Overseas students receive support in Europe
• Outstanding scientific abilities
• The dissertation should decisively advance scientific research

Academic Requirements: Diploma or a comparable degree

Number of Scholarships: 45

Duration: Two years, in individual cases sponsorship can be extended by a further twelve months

Scholarship Value:

• 1550 euros
• 150 euros for smaller purchases for research
• Immaterial assistance
• Invitation to the annual scholarship holders’ meeting in Hirschegg in the Kleinwalsertal, Austria
• Seminar on forms of presentation in scientific work

Application Requirements:

• No older than 27 years
• Outstanding scientific abilities
• The dissertation should decisively advance scientific work
• No other sponsorships
• During the sponsorship all publications must be submitted, as must a report at the end of the research project.

Application Deadline: 1st February, 1st June and 1st October of every year.

For more information and scholarship application see; Boehringer Ingelheim Fund PhD Scholarships

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Study Scholarship: The Swedish Institute Study Scholarships target highly-qualified students from the countries listed below.

About 120 scholarships will be awarded for studies in Sweden, starting in August every year.

The scholarship covers both living costs and tuition fees.

Please note that in order to apply for a Swedish Institute Study scholarship the student must first be admitted to a Swedish university/university college.

Countries

The program is open to candidates from two different categories of countries.

Category 1:

Candidates with citizenship from the following countries in Africa: Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mali, Mozambique, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia.

Within this category around 60 scholarships will be awarded.

Category 2:

Candidates with citizenship from countries on the DAC list of ODA recipients, with some exceptions.

Undergraduate and Master Level Scholarships

Scholarships are intended for studies in Sweden starting in the fall semester (August) and focus mainly on master’s level. A few scholarships will be awarded for studies at bachelor’s level.

Scholarship Eligibility

The scholarships are intended for students from the above mentioned target group for full time studies in Sweden.

There is no age limit for scholarship holders. Scholarships cannot be granted for students who:

• Have already lived in Sweden for two years or more previous to the scholarship period.
• Have a Swedish permanent residence or work permit.
• Have previously been awarded a Swedish Institute scholarship for studies at Master’s level or for research at a Swedish university.
• Already hold a Master’s degree from a Swedish university/university college.
• Are currently enrolled in a study program on Bachelor’s or Master’s level at a Swedish university or university college.

How to Apply for a Scholarship

Prior to applying for a scholarship, the student must first apply for a study program at Master’s or Bachelor’s level.

About 600 different study programs at Swedish universities are eligible for a scholarship.

Scholarship Benefits and Period

The scholarship covers both the tuition fee (which is paid directly to the Swedish university/university college by the Swedish Institute) and living expenses to the amount of SEK 8,000 per month.

The scholarship is designed to cover living costs and study expenses for the scholarship holder. There are no grants for family members.

Travel Grants

Scholarship holders will receive a travel grant in connection with the scholarship. The travel grant is a one-time payment of SEK 10.000.

For more information and application materials, see: Swedish Institute Study Scholarship

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