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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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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Malawi Scholarships at Chancellor College: James Learmonth Scholarship Programme for the Masters in Educational Leadership, Policy and Planning at Chancellor College, Malawi.

Canon Collins Trust administers the James Learmonth scholarship programme that offers support to two scholars studying for a Masters in Education Leadership, Policy and Planning at Chancellor College, Zomba.

This is a partial scholarship covering tuition fees. Scholars will need to cover living costs and other costs themselves.

Scholarship Eligibility

Applicants must be:

• accepted to study of a MA in Education Leadership, Policy and Planning at Chancellor College
• a national of and resident in Malawi

Application Process:

The application form is of primary importance as assessment is made on the basis of this. The form can be completed on a computer (preferable), typed, or hand written.

It MUST be neat and easy to read. The following supporting documents must be included, and must be sent with the application form in one envelope:

• Certified copy of undergraduate degree certificate
• Certified academic transcripts (from university only)
• Reference letters from two referees
• A copy of your two most recent payslips, if applicable
• A thesis proposal for your PhD, if applicable

References

Ideally, you should submit an academic reference and a reference from an employer. If you are not currently employed, the Trust accepts a reference from voluntary work, or two academic references.

If you have been out of education for five years or more the Trust will accept two work references.

You should ask your referees to provide you with a reference that relates to your application for this scholarship.

It should outline your strengths as an applicant, demonstrate your capacity to study at the level required, and identify your potential impact in the future.

Selection Criteria

The Trust assesses applications on the basis of the information given in the application form. We apply the following criteria:

1. Academic Record and References

Applicants should have a minimum of a good second-class (2.1) undergraduate degree and excellent references

2. Relevance of Proposed Course of Study to the needs of Southern Africa

The Trust funds applicants from a wide range of disciplines. The Trust favours applications for courses or degrees that are relevant to the development needs of Southern Africa

3. Work Experience

The Trust favours applications where there is a demonstrable continuity between applicant’s past study and career and their proposed course of study.

4. Commitment to Country/Community

The Trust will favour applicants who most clearly show a desire to be part of and to contribute to the future prosperity of southern Africa.

5. Motivation for Study

The Trust favours applicants who are able to articulate
• Why their chosen institution fits with their ambitions
• Why their chosen course fits with their ambitions
• How, once qualified, they intend to ‘make a difference’.

6. Application form

The application form matters. Applicants should
• Demonstrate a good command of English
• Answer all of the questions properly and completely
• Complete the application and deliver all supporting documents in a timely manner

7. Overall Impression

Some weight is given to the assessor’s general impression of the candidate and application.

Completion of form

Given that Canon Collins Trust receives hundreds of applications it is important that you take care in completing your form. You should:
• Demonstrate a high standard of English with no spelling and language errors
• Answer all of the questions fully and with attention to detail
• Provide all the necessary documentation and supporting documents.

For more information and scholarship application materials, see: Malawi Scholarships at Chancellor College

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Trust Africa scholarships: Loughborough University is delighted to announce full-fee scholarships for international full-time taught postgraduate students currently domiciled (permanently living) in Africa.

The scholarships cover 100% of the course fees for your chosen postgraduate taught course for one year (replacing any Departmental or Loughborough University scholarships or bursaries you may already have been awarded).

The scholarships are being funded through a combination of generous external funding and University funds.

Students will be expected to fund their travel and maintenance costs through other sources.

Application Process:

Students may only apply for the scholarship after an offer for a place at Loughborough University has been made.

Students who are in possession of an offer (conditional or unconditional) of a place on a postgraduate taught course can apply for the scholarship.

The deadline for applications is 30th April every year.

Contact: International Office, Academic Registry, Loughborough University, Leicestershire LE11 3TU, UK. Fax: +44 (0)1509 223971, Email: international-office[at]lboro.ac.uk

For more information and scholarship applications, see: 100% Full Fee Trust Africa Scholarships

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Distance Learning MBA Scholarships at Edinburgh Business School (EBS): Edinburgh Business School (EBS) is working with Canon Collins Trust to select applicants resident from all over sub-Saharan Africa, for the EBS Distance Learning MBA Scholarship.

Canon Collins Trust will select disadvantaged individuals who have the motivation and capacity to undertake the Distance Learning MBA, but who face funding difficulties.

The aim of the Scholarship Programme is to support life long learning amongst communities where it will make a positive contribution towards their development, and give individuals valuable post-graduate education which will enhance their day to day work.

The internationally regarded Edinburgh Business School is providing access to its innovative and flexible distance learning programme using Canon Collins Trust as an experienced partner in the selection and short listing of deserving eligible candidates.

Successful candidates will be already in work, or self-employed, and at a point in their life and career where this MBA will make maximum impact for themselves and their community, although they may otherwise have been unable to undertake it due to the lack of funds.

The impact of the MBA on their lives and that of their community will be crucial in determining the outcome of their application.

Application deadlines: 30th September and 30th March every year.

For more information and application: Distance Learning MBA Scholarships at Edinburgh Business School (EBS)

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Research projects should be aimed at understanding and controlling diseases (either human or animal) of relevance to local, national or global health.

Fellowship Eligibility

Applications are only accepted in the Public Health and TropicalMedicine Interview Committee remit. This covers research oninfectious and non-communicable diseases within the fields ofpublic health and tropical medicine that is aimed at understanding and controlling diseases (either human or animal) of relevance to local, national or global health.

This can include laboratory based molecular analysis of field orclinical samples, but projects focused solely on studies in vitro or using animal models will not normally be considered under this scheme.

You must be a national or legal resident of a low- and middle–income country, and be either a:

• graduate in a subject relevant to public health or tropical medicine (for example; biomedical or social science, veterinary medicine, physics, chemistry or mathematics) with a PhD and at least five years’ postdoctoral experience, or
• medical graduate with a higher qualification equivalent to membership of the UK Royal College of Physicians (i.e. qualified to enter higher specialist training), or be recognised as a specialist within a relevant research area, and have at least five years’ research experience.

Applicants who do not have a PhD but who are educated to first degree or Master’s level and have substantial research experience, as evidenced by their publication record, may be considered.

Fellowship Applications

Fellowships are for up to five years in the first instance and provide support that includes:

• a basic salary
• research expenses (e.g. consumables, equipment, collaborativetravel, research assistance, technical support, fieldwork and data collection)
• training costs where appropriate and justified
• an inflation allowance and support to attend scientific meetings.

Contributions to costs of the project that are directly incurredby the overseas institution may also be provided.

The salary should normally be based on the pay scales of the employing institution and must be justified by the head of theinstitution.

The salary level should be appropriate for the holder of a competitive grant and allow him/her to focus fulltime on research.

If the fellow is already in receipt of a salary from the hostinstitution, the host institution may use the salary to pay fora replacement member of staff while we provide the fellow’s salary for the duration of the fellowship.

It is not expected that the fellow will hold a salary in addition to the one provided by the Trust.

Overseas allowances will be provided for periods of training or collaborative research spent outside the home institution country, where appropriate.

Research-dedicated costs (excluding salary costs) should not exceed £100 000 per annum.

This fellowship is subject to competitive rolling scientific review every five years, and will be renewed on the basis that the Trust and the host institution will jointly fund the Senior Fellow’s basic employment costs through a partnership arrangement for the duration of any renewal period.

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 The traders are protesting against the high interest bank charges. The traders say that the banks which have been over charging them include Citi Bank, Stanbic Bank, Barclays bank, Standard Chartered Bank, Bank of Baroda, Centenary Bank, Opportunity Uganda,, Finance Trust, Equity Bank, Global Bank, Eco Bank and Tropical Bank among others.

The traders’ spokesman, Issa Sekitto has told our reporters inKampalatoday that all their efforts to force the commercial banks to reduce the exorbitant interest charges on loans have failed.

Sekitto has conformed that Makerere University Academic Staff are participating in their strike because some of them are also traders operating at different levels.

The spokesperson ofMakerereUniversityacademic Staff Association, Louis Kakinda has also conformed that the university dons are participating in the ongoing traders strike.

 By James Okello

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Trust our informers, they can dig up information. Our informers have been told that Daily Monitor’s news sub editor, Ceasar Abangira is moving with shoulders high after learning that his girl friend is two months pregnant.

His fellow workmates at the Daily Monitor inform us that every time Ceasar chats with them he doesn’t forget to talk about how soon he is becoming a dad.

Every time he discusses how the baby might be a boy and that if he happens to be a boy he will name the baby Ceasar Abangira junior.

Caesar however doesn’t tell pals the name he will give the baby in case it is a gal. With such a man happy about his achievements, we shall soon hear more and tell you in which hospital Ceasar’s gal friend is receiving antenatal services.

By Doreen Nyanzi

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