PhD scholarships in Optics and Photonics-Spain

Eligibility

Candidates must hold an internationally-recognized Bachelor or Master-equivalent degree of a minimum of officially 4 years studying period.

The degree must be in a field of science and engineering related to optics and photonics.

Suitable backgrounds include optics, physics, mathematics, electronics and telecommunications engineering.

Conditions of fellowships

The fellowships are offered for periods of one year, renewable for a total of four years.

The renovation of the fellowship is conditional on satisfactory performance in research and teaching activities.

Selection procedure

Selection of ICFO-UPC predoctoral fellows is based on merit and potential, measured in terms of the academic record and personal achievements. Proactivity, participation in community activities, and capacity for team-work are also taken into account.

Please note that the selection procedure employed at ICFO, as well as the description of the documentation to be submitted for application, can be found more detailed at http://www.icfo.es/index.php?section=job_openings0&lang=english.

Usually, to apply for a predoctoral position with ICFO, suitable candidates are requested to submit:

-The fulfilled application form (attached to the call at our homepage)
-A presentation letter with declaration of research interests,
-A Curriculum Vitae, including a full address, a contact phone number and e-mail address and a copy of the passport,
-A scanned copy of your University academic transcripts in English or Spanish,
-A scanned copy of the degree, if available at the time of application,
-The contact e-mail of three potential referees.

Applications should be submitted by e-mail to: icfojobs@icfo.es

E-mail submissions must be coded in DOC, PS, or PDF formats and must include the subject line General PhD.

Applications can also be submitted by post to:

PhD Screening Committee
ICFO – The Institute of Photonic Sciences
Mediterranean Technology Park
Av. Canal Olímpic, s/n
08860 – Castelldefels (Barcelona), Spain

The deadline for the submission of applications for the present call is: 31st of August, 2006.

Please, beware that ICFO established three periods of applications for pre-doctoral studies positions per year. The next submission deadline will be the 31st of December, 2006.

Applicants will be notified of the results of the first evaluation stage at ICFO by the 5th of October, 2006.

More Info: please visit http://www.icfo.es/

Various Scholarships at Monash University-Australia

Monash University International Scholarship for Excellence

For undergraduate and postgraduate applicants to Monash University and currently enrolled international students at Monash University campuses in Australia

You will be automatically assessed and if you meet the selection criteria, will be made an offer. You do not need to apply for this scholarship unless you are an international student doing VCE in Victoria.

This scholarship amounts to a grant of $6,000 for a full scholarship and $3,000 or $1,500 per annum for partial scholarships. You must maintain a distinction average to retain your scholarship.

More information about scholarship opportunities for International students

Sir James McNeill Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship

For postgraduate research students.

This is a living allowance scholarship. The Sir James McNeill Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship is one of the most prestigious of the University’s awards and offers relocation, research and thesis allowances, as well as a living allowance.

You are eligible for this award if you are a Doctoral candidate in the field of science, engineering, medicine, or music.

This award may be held for up to three-and-a-half years.

More information about the Sir James McNeill Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship

Monash International Postgraduate Research Scholarship

For postgraduate research students from all countries except New Zealand.

This is a tuition fee scholarship and does not provide an allowance for living expenses. You may also apply for a living allowance scholarship.

You may hold this award for up to two years for a Masters by Research and up to three years (with possible extensions of 12 months) for PhD or Professional Doctorate degrees.

Approximately 40 scholarships are offered each year.

More information about Monash International Postgraduate Research Scholarships

Monash Graduate Scholarships (MGS), including the Silver Jubilee Postgraduate Scholarship

For postgraduate research students.

These scholarships offer a living allowance, an establishment/relocation allowance (within Australia only) and a thesis allowance.

The Monash Silver Jubilee Postgraduate Scholarship provides a higher living allowance and an additional research allowance.

These scholarships may be held for up to two years for a Research Masters and up to three-and-a-half years for a Doctoral program.

More information about Monash Graduate Scholarships
More information about the Silver Jubilee Postgraduate Scholarship

Monash departmental and research scholarships

For postgraduate students.

Several Monash University academic units and faculties offer their own postgraduate awards to selected students of exceptional academic merit.

You can obtain more information from your chosen faculty.

Other research grants and awards

For postgraduate research students.

You can apply for a range of other grants and awards including:

Postgraduate travel grants to assist with travel expenses to present a paper, collect data or use specialist equipment.

Conference organisers’ grants to help you initiate, plan and run a postgraduate research conference.

Postgraduate publications awards to provide an income to authors during the preparation of articles or books.

Postgraduate teaching and research fellowships to students nominated by their faculty.

Statistical support grants to provide private tuition on statistical methods.

More information about these grants and awards

For more information and application details for postgraduate scholarships, visit the Monash Research Graduate School

Australian Government scholarships

Australian Development Scholarship

International Postgraduate Research Scholarship

Australia Development Scholarship (ADS)

For undergraduate and postgraduate students from nominated countries in Africa, Asia and the Pacific.

The scholarship covers fees, health insurance, travel expenses, establishment costs and includes a fortnightly allowance and individual tutorial assistance.

More information is available from the external aid nominating authority at the Australian Diplomatic Mission in your country.

International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (IPRS)

For postgraduate research students from all countries except New Zealand.

This is a tuition fee scholarship and does not provide an allowance for living expenses. You may also apply for a living allowance scholarship .

You may hold this award for up to two years for a Masters by Research and up to three years (with possible extensions of 12 months) for PhD or Professional Doctorate degrees.

Other scholarships

Many more scholarships are available from:

Government departments in your country

Businesses

Charities

Current or prospective employers

The Scottish International Scholarships

Are you a permanent resident of China, India, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand or Singapore who would like to study for a Masters in Scotland?

The Scottish Executive is offering 22 scholarships for students from these countries during the academic year 2006/7. The scholarships are available for courses at any Scottish higher education institution and applications for science and technology and creative industries will be given priority.

Why study in Scotland?

Each year thousands of students from around the world choose to study in Scotland. They choose Scotland for its culture, diversity, opportunity, creativity, community and confidence and because Scottish education enjoys a reputation for unsurpassed quality throughout the world.

In Scotland, the pursuit of academic excellence is a fundamental belief. Over centuries we have developed a unique education system that is recognised as being one of the best in the world.

As our reputation for innovators and pioneers grows, tens of thousands of students from all over the world gather here to learn and share in our success.

Find out more about studying in Scotland on the Education UK Scotland website

What does the scholarship cover?

The scholarship covers the tuition fees, return economy airfare and a living allowance.

The following subject areas will be given priority:

science and technology

creative industries (including arts, design and culture).

The course must be:

a Masters programme of not more than 12 months

based in a Scottish higher education institution

during the academic year 2006/7.

For more information contact your local British Council office

The Scottish International Scholarship Programme is funded by the Scottish Executive and managed by the British Council.

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NAMA Foundation Scholarships

National Automatic Merchandising Association – NAMA Foundation Scholarships
NAMA Foundation Scholarship Program
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 3500
Chicago,IL 60606-3102(312) 346-0370

FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
2006/2007 School Year
Policies and Procedures

Background

The Foundation of the National Automatic Merchandising Association will award seven (7) $2,500 post high school non-renewable scholarships in fall 2006. These scholarships will be subject to review and authorization of the Foundation Board of Directors before the announcement-application-award cycle for any future year begins.

Qualifications

An applicant must meet the following:

1. Must be a graduating high school senior or student enrolled full-time in a college undergraduate program at an accredited college or university.

2. Must maintain and verify a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent.

3. Must be the son/daughter/legal dependent of an employee of a NAMA member company and be sponsored by that company.

4. Must be an American citizen.

Information for Scholarship Winner

* Each applicant must fill out the approved application in full. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications must be postmarked by the DEADLINE DATE of March 1, 2006.

* Each application must be accompanied by a letter of recommendation from a non-family adult such as a teacher, employer, etc.

* Family income, financial need or college major are not determining factors in these awards.

* Each scholarship applies only to the academic year in which it is awarded and will be forfeited if the student does not attend school with a minimum of 12 credits beginning in the fall term.

* The scholarship will be divided throughout the academic calendar year into equal parts for each term. The first part will be forwarded in the student’s name to the school of choice, prior to registration for classes in the fall of 2006. The remaining funds will be forwarded to the school, prior to registration for classes in succeeding terms upon verification that the recipient has maintained at least a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale grade point average in the previous term. All funds will be dispersed within a consecutive 12-month period.

* All applications will be screened by the Foundation Scholarship Committee to ensure they are qualified and complete.

* Applicants may reapply each year for as long as they are eligible. (An applicant may only win once).

* Parent or legal guardian must continue to be employed by the sponsoring company throughout the entire scholarship duration.

* NAMA employees and their families are not eligible.

* Winners will be determined through a random drawing of all eligible applicant names during the opening session of the 2006 Spring Expo. One alternate will also be selected.

Important Dates and Deadlines

November 1, 2005 – March 1, 2006 – Applications Accepted

March 1, 2006 – March 15, 2006 – Application Screening & Verification

March 23, 2006 – Award Drawing & Announcements

August 2006 – 1st Installment Paid

January 2007 – 2nd Installment Paid

April 2007 – 3rd Installment paid (if necessary)

Application Checklist

* Personal data completed in full
* GPA information completed
* Copy of current transcripts included
* College application information completed
* Applicant parent/legal guardian information completed
* NAMA Member Company representative information completed
* Letter of recommendation attached from non-family adult
* If applicable, college acceptance letter included
* Postmarked by March 1, 2006

Please be advised that incomplete applications will not be accepted

Click Here To Download The Application Form – Word Doc Format

Click Here To Download The Application Form – .PDF Format