Fudan University Detailed Implementation of the 2009 “Chinese Government Special Scholarship - Postgraduate Program”

In order to increase the cooperation and understanding between the people of China and other countries, develop outstanding international talent and improve the perception of China’s higher education, under the mandate of the Department of Education, Fudan University is opening application for full-time postgraduate studies under the 2009 Chinese government scholarship program.

In order to facilitate the implementation of the Chinese Government Scholarship, the following detailed implementation has been issued in accordance with the “Chinese Government Scholarship Application Method”

I. Scholarship scope and distribution

1. The Scholarship is aimed at assisting Master’s and Doctorate candidate students who apply for Fudan University in 2009.

2. 30 Scholarships are available for 2009.

3. Scholarship scope:

- Students are exempt from registration fees, tuition, laboratory fees, internship fees, study materials and accommodation costs;

- A living stipend is provided (Masters Students 1700RMB/month, Doctorate Students 2000RMB/month)?

- New arrival one time set up subsidy 1500RMB/person;

- To provide out-patient medical fees and Chinese Government Scholarship Foreign Students Medical Insurance 600RMB/person/year.

Note: For details?please consult Chinese Government Scholarship Council Webpage at www.csc.edu.cn

II. Qualifications for Scholarship Application

1. Applicants must be foreign nationals, and in good health;

2. Education and age requirements:

Applicants for doctorate studies should have obtained a master’s degree and not be older than 40; applicants for master’s studies should have obtained a bachelor’s degree and not be older than 35;

3. Applicants should be graduates of internationally known overseas universities, or those universities that have established exchange programs with Fudan University. Applicants should have excellent grades; or should be a student from overseas university recommended by a Fudan University postgraduate advisor;

4. Applicants should not be holding scholarship of any other category.

III. Application for area of study

All Chinese-taught and English-taught programs open to international students. (Not including MBA, IMBA and all cooperation programs with foreign universities or institutions.)

For more information, please consult http://www.fso.fudan.edu.cn

IV. Application materials

1. Two copies of the Chinese Government Scholarship Application Form, can be downloaded from http://www.csc.edu.cn/uploads/forms/6-????????.pdf or www.fso.fudan.edu.cn/downloads/cscform.pdf

2. A copy of Application Form for Foreigners Wishing to Study at Fudan University can be downloaded from

http://www.fso.fudan.edu.cn/downloads/application.doc

3. A certified copy of the certificate for the highest education level attained. If the applicant is still in school or working, evidence of studies or current position should be provided. Non English or Chinese language documentation requires a certified English or Chinese language translation;

4. Complete original or certified Undergraduate or Master’s transcripts. Non English or Chinese language documentation requires a certified English or Chinese language translation;

5. Personal Statement. Masters applicants should write no fewer than 1000 Chinese words, and Doctorate applicants no fewer than 1500 Chinese words, when applying for courses given in Chinese. Applications for courses given in English require a 2000 word personal statement in English. The content should include education and work experience, results of academic research, research plan, and personal goals and plans after graduation, etc.

6. If the applicant has published a paper, received an award or scholarship or any other evidence of academic ability, the title, abstract and publication or any other valid documentation should be provided.

7. Two recommendation letters from professor or associate professor, written in Chinese or English.

8. A copy of Physical Examination Record for Foreigners can be downloaded from Chinese Government Scholarship Council web page http://www.csc.edu.cn/uploads/forms/foreinphy.pdf and should be printed double-sided.

Note: 1. Please provide a valid email address in the application form for good contact.

2. Whether or not the application is successful, the application materials will not be returned.

V. Application time and approval process

Application is open until the 15th of April, 2009.We will count on the postmark.

1. Applicants should send the application materials to the Fudan University Foreign Students Office. The Foreign Students Office will pass the application materials of qualified applicants to the relevant department;

2. After inspection and comment, the departments will return the materials to the Foreign Students Office within the allocated time.

3. The final results will be made by the Review Committee of Fudan University for International Students Scholarships. Fudan University will report the results to the Chinese Government Scholarships Council for approval.

4. Fudan University will send the admission notice and Visa Application Form (JW201) to the successful applicants right after the results are approved by the Chinese Government Scholarships Council

VI. Scholarship recipients must go to Fudan University to register on the date stipulated by the university. Students who have not received permission and arrive late for this process will have their Scholarship status automatically cancelled.

VII. Foreign Students who have received scholarships should participate in annual scholarship evaluation. Scholarship holders who fail to meet the requirements will have their scholarship cancelled.

VIII. Fudan University reserves the final right of interpretation of these detailed implementation regulations.

IX?Contact

Address: Foreign Students Office,Fudan University

No.220 Handan Road,Shanghai,China 200433

Tel?0086-21-55664568 Fax?0086-21-65117298

E-mail: xr_zhang@fudan.edu.cn; lei_wang@fudan.edu.cn

www.fso.fudan.edu.cn

Schrödinger Fellowship
School of Theoretical Physics
Dublin Institute of Advanced Studies

Two Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship positions are currently
available in the School of Theoretical Physics at the Dublin Institute
for Advanced Studies. These are dedicated research positions for up to
five years and do not involve any teaching or administrative duties.
Candidates must have a proven record as independent researchers in one
of the following fields of study: Quantum Field Theory, String Theory,
Statistical Mechanics, Quantum Information and Quantum Computing.

Further details on the positions together with the application
procedures are available on the School's website at www.stp.dias.ie.
Enquiries should be directed to the School Director, Prof. Werner Nahm
at wnahm@stp.dias.ie. Appointments will be on the basis of a
fixed-term contract up to five years. The attaching salary is €54,124
per annum increasing by annual increments up to €60,379.

Applicants should submit a CV, a list of publications together with a
research proposal and should arrange for three letters of
recommendation to be sent to: The Registrar's office, DIAS, 10
Burlington Road, Dublin 4 to arrive before 12 December 2008.
Electronic applications should be sent to
registrarsoffice@admin.dias.ie. The search for a suitable candidate
may be widened beyond the applications received.

DIAS is an Equal Opportunities employer.

http://www.jobs.ac.uk/jobs/MD459/Schrdinger_Fellowship/

Fujitsu Scholarship for Advanced Management Studies at JAIMS

The deadline for submitting your completed application for the 25th
Fujitsu Scholarship is January 31, 2009

The Fujitsu Scholarship provides full financial assistance for
postgraduate education and cross-cultural management training in the
East-West Knowledge Leaders Program (EWKLP) to participants from the
Asia-Pacific region. Fujitsu Limited established the Fujitsu
Scholarship Program in 1985 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of its
founding.

The EWKLP has a three-month curriculum, which synthesizes the best
practices of both the East and West. You will sharpen your global
management knowledge and skills, and build the confidence necessary
for success in global business situations.
EWKLP is run by JAIMS, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Fujitsu established JAIMS
as a nonprofit postgraduate institute in 1972. Many Fujitsu
Scholarship recipients are now working for corporate and
social-service organizations across the globe. As a EWKLP graduate,
you too will become a member of a vibrant global alumni network.

Qualifications

In addition to qualifying for the Fujitsu Scholarship, you must also
qualify for admission to JAIMS' EWKLP. For complete EWKLP information,
refer to the EWKLP Application Packet contained at the bottom of the
Application Checklist section. Fujitsu Scholarship qualifications
include the following:
A bachelor's degree or a degree equivalent to a four-year standard
baccalaureate degree in any discipline from a regionally or nationally
accredited institution.
Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
A minimum TOEFL score of 577/233/90 (paper/computer/Internet), TOEIC
score of 750, or IELTS overall band test result of 6.5 or higher from
tests taken between January 2007 and January 2009. Applicants who
received a bachelor's degree or an advanced degree with at least two
years of full-time coursework within the last five years from a
regionally accredited institution in the United States, Australia,
United Kingdom, or New Zealand; or from a university in Canada, Africa
or Singapore, where English is the language of instruction are exempt
from taking the TOEFL, TOEIC, or IELTS.
A minimum of three years of relevant full-time work experience (five
years preferred) at the time of application.
To qualify for the Fujitsu Scholarship, applicants must be a resident
of the state of Hawaii, U.S.A., or a citizen of one of the following
countries: Australia, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia,
Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore,
South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, or Vietnam.
Proceeds & Conditions

Benefits

The Fujitsu Scholarship benefits include tuition and fees for the
EWKLP program. Other benefits, which vary in amount each year, are
also included.
Tuition and Fees for the EWKLP
Stipend Toward Living Expenses *
*Applicants from the following countries/areas are not eligible to
receive the monthly stipend: Australia, Hawaii, Hong Kong, New
Zealand, Singapore, South Korea and Taiwan.
Airfare:
Fujitsu Ltd. will provide a round-trip air ticket to cover
transportation from the participant's home country to Honolulu, and
back. The selection of the air carrier and travel agent, including
itinerary, is at the discretion of Fujitsu Ltd. In the event the
participant wishes to change and/or expand the route and/or the period
of stay, Fujitsu Ltd. reserves the right to withhold the original ticket.
Health Insurance:
Fujitsu Ltd. will provide medical insurance that covers a portion of
the participant's medical expenses during the program period. The
participant pays all medical expenses not covered by the medical
insurance. The selection of the medical insurance plan is at the
discretion of Fujitsu Ltd.
Housing Arrangements:
JAIMS will assist in locating appropriate housing in Honolulu for all
participants. Fujitsu Ltd. will provide and pay for participant
accommodations in Japan.
Visa Arrangements:
When applicable, participants will be assisted in obtaining the F-1
Student visa to enter the U.S. EWKLP participants will be assisted
with the appropriate visa to enter Japan, if necessary. The expense of
obtaining the visa is the financial responsibility of the participant.
Conditions

The Fujitsu Scholarship is offered with the expectation that the
following conditions will be met by the recipients.
Scholarship Report
Upon EWKLP completion, all participants must submit a formal report
that describes their learning experiences during the program.
Absence During the Fujitsu Scholarship Period
Should an emergency occur that requires travel to the participant's
home country, such travel shall be the participant's personal expense.
For the period of absence, the stipend will be prorated and subtracted
from the applicable amount(s) set forth in the stipend toward living
expenses.
All requests for absence should be submitted in writing to Fujitsu
Ltd. (through JAIMS while in Hawaii) in advance, and should be
addressed to the Fujitsu Scholarship Program in Japan.
Fujitsu Scholarship Termination
All selected scholars are required to participate in good faith, work
diligently, and complete the EWKLP during the program period. Selected
Fujitsu Scholars must understand and agree that any serious misconduct
in this regard shall warrant immediate termination of the Fujitsu
Scholarship without notice and at Fujitsu's sole discretion. The
following are some examples of misconduct that could result in such
termination:
Absence from or failure to complete the EWKLP without Fujitsu's or
JAIMS' permission.
Noncompliance with the regulations, policies, and other instructions
of Fujitsu and/or JAIMS.
Immoral, disorderly, indecent, or violent conduct.
Falsification of, or misstatement in any student or program
application or other records and/or at any interview.
Failure to maintain good academic standing; unsatisfactory work
performance.
If Fujitsu terminates the Fujitsu Scholarship for the participant
pursuant to the above, the participant shall return to his/her home
country immediately. The participant shall inform Fujitsu and/or JAIMS
in advance of the date of his/her return and the address and phone
number in his/her home country after return. The participant agrees
that, effective as of the termination date, Fujitsu shall have no
obligation to pay or provide anything under the Fujitsu Scholarship to
the participant. Nonetheless, Fujitsu may at its sole discretion
provide the participant with the appropriate air ticket for his/her
return.
The participant agrees that if his/her conduct which has resulted in
termination of the Fujitsu Scholarship pursuant to the above, in
Fujitsu's sole judgment, was made fraudulently, with malice or
conscious disregard or otherwise in bad faith, the participant shall,
upon Fujitsu's request, immediately refund all the benefits and awards
paid by Fujitsu and/or JAIMS hereunder to, or on behalf of him/her, to
the date of the termination.

Application & Selection Process

To apply for the Fujitsu Scholarship, follow the steps listed below:
Application Process
Download the Fujitsu Scholarship Application Packet from the bottom of
the Application Checklist.
If you are unable to do so, please request the application packets
through your local Fujitsu Limited affiliated office. You can find
your local affiliate from this list here.
Complete and submit all documents listed on the Application Checklist.
Deadline for submission: January 31, 2009
Applicants who fail to submit all documents by the due date cannot be
considered.
Submitted application documents will not be returned to applicants.
Submit all application materials to:
Fujitsu Hawaii Representative Office
c/o JAIMS
6660 Hawaii Kai Drive
Honolulu, HI 96825
U.S.A.
Selection Process
Initial Screening
Initial screening is based on the strength of the application, which
includes meeting the admission qualifications.
Interview
Applicants who pass the initial screening will be contacted for an
interview at a designated date in April or May 2009. Applicants should
be residing in their respective countries of citizenship (or in Hawaii
for Hawaii residents) at the time of their interview.
Selection of recipients

Final selection will be determined by Fujitsu Limited.
Selection is based on English proficiency (for non-native speakers of
English), work experience, motivation, goals as expressed in the essay
and interview, academic performance, and test scores. A key factor is
the individual's commitment to contributing to the mutual
understanding and cooperation between countries and to the development
of his/her home country. However, no single attribute outweighs others
in the selection process, and strengths in one area may be used to
offset weaknesses in another.

Local Contact Information

For questions about the Fujitsu Schollarship Program, please contact
your local Fujitsu Limited affiliated office. Find your local
affiliated office from the pull-down menu below.
Indonesia
Mr. Raditya Padmawangsa and Ms. Erni Rahmawati
PT Fujitsu Indonesia
Tel: +62-21-570-9330
Fax: +62-21-573-5150
E-mail:scholarship@id.fujitsu.com

Address:

Wisma Kyoei Prince 10th Floor
Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 3-4 , Jakarta
Indonesia
10220

http://www.infoscholarships.com

RioTinto Scholarship Fund
Graduate Program


PT. Rio Tinto Indonesia in collaboration with Sampoerna Foundation
provides one (1) qualified individual with the opportunity to pursue a
Master’s degree in Science, Social Science or Commerce at the Universityof New South Wales (UNSW), Australia .

Upon completing the program, scholar
is under a (n+1) binding program with PT. Rio Tinto Indonesia , where n = the number of
years receiving the scholarship grant. The scholar must apply their knowledge
and contribute significantly to PT. Rio Tinto Indonesia for (n+1) year.

Application
deadline is January 30, 2009


Basic Eligibility

Applicant must satisfy ALL of the
following conditions:
* Indonesian citizen who is under 35 years of age when lodging the application.
* Hold a local Bachelor’s degree from any discipline with a minimum Grade Point Average of 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale).
* Have a minimum of two-year full-time professional work experience after the completion of the undergraduate degree.
* Submit the required English language requirement (TOEFL/ IELTS) and the Graduate Admission Test as required by each program, after the applicant is selected as the scholarship finalists:
- International TOEFL with a minimum
score of 577 (PBT) or 233 (CBT) or 90 (IBT), OR
- International English Language
Testing System (IELTS) of minimum 6.5
* Adhere with the scholarship rules and regulations, particularly in the (n+1) binding program with PT. Rio Tinto Indonesia .
* Currently did not enroll in graduate or post-graduate program, or obtained a Master’s degree or equivalent.
* Did not enroll or graduate from an overseas tertiary institution, unless was on a full scholarship.
* Do not receive other equivalent award or scholarship offering similar or other benefits at the time of the award.
* Demonstrate that without the scholarship, applicant is not able to afford an Overseas Graduate Program.


Scholarship Value

The scholarship’s worth is
approximately AUD 68,000.- depending on the program’s fee, for the
duration of study. This covers the following:
* Graduate Admission Test and TOEFL/ IELTS reimbursement, one time only, based on original invoice, for the test taken no more than 6 months prior to the scholarship application;
* University application fee;
* Student visa application fee;
* Return airfares from Jakarta to Sydney
* Tuition fees, for the duration of study;
* Living allowance, to support living costs during period of study;
* Literature allowance, to purchase textbooks required for study.


How to Apply?

Download the application package
(application, reference and health information forms) at http://www.sampoernafoundation.org/content/section/17/139/lang,en/,
or obtained it from:
Sampoerna Foundation
Sampoerna Strategic Square
NorthTower, 26th – 27th Floor
Jl.. Jend. Sudirman Kavling 45
Jakarta12930

When submitting the application
package, please write “Rio Tinto-S2” at the top right hand corner
of the envelope. Sampoerna Foundation will consider the completed applications
and will notify the short-listed applicants to attend the continuing stages of
the selection process.

Interested applicants who meet the
requirements must complete and return the application package by the deadline (January 30, 2009) to Sampoerna Foundation
office. E-mail applications will not be considered.


Further Information

Prospective applicants are advised
to directly contact the University of New South Wales (UNSW) directly or
Australian Education Center (AEC) to find out about the admission process and
requirements for an enrolment.

Applicants’ inquiries about
the scholarship (requirements, conditions, coverage, etc.) should be directed
to Sampoerna Foundation (62 21 5772340/ ella.cecilia@sampoernafoundation.org).

Scholarships for the Graduate Program in Economics and Finance

CEMFI, Madrid (Spain)

At CEMFI we train students for careers as professional or academic
economists. Our graduates acquire the quantitative tools and research
skills to work as economists in business, finance, government, and academia.

The basic graduate offering at CEMFI is its highly prestigious Master in
Economics and Finance. Unlike many Master programs in the US and
elsewhere, ours is self-contained and offers a well respected qualification.

CEMFI grants a subset of its Master students exemptions from the tuition
fee and/or scholarships for living expenses amounting up to EUR 10,000
per year. They are granted according to academic merit. In previous
years, the Fundación Carolina, in cooperation with the Fundación BBVA,
has endowed several scholarships for Latin American students of the
Master. If new grants are endowed, they will be announced on CEMFI’s web
page.

An important distinguishing feature of our Master is that it lasts for
two years, the second being essential for shaping the skills of our
graduates. The first year consists of basic graduate coursework and some
optional subjects. The second year includes specialized courses and
research training through a Master thesis. Our ratio of students to
faculty is between four and five. Thus we can devote a lot of attention
to each student. This is particularly important for the Master thesis,
where the faculty provides guidance to a unique degree.

Members of CEMFI’s faculty publish in top journals and are research
leaders in their fields. They are also editors of prestigious journals
and are key players at leading learned societies such as the European
Economic Association and the Econometric Society.

Our Master students get very good jobs as economists. For example, in
positions dealing with portfolio and risk management, macroeconomic
forecasting, policy evaluation, or microeconomic consultancy. CEMFI has
been building a reputation for more than 20 years and a degree from
CEMFI provides a strong signal of quality, regularly confirmed by the
market. Moreover, we run an experienced and efficient job placement service.

Students interested in furthering their research training, either
because they aim for a professional career with a stronger research
content or because they aim for an academic position, will continue to
develop their research skills for another three years and complete the
PhD program. Graduates from CEMFI’s PhD program have published papers
from their dissertation in top journals and we have an excellent record
in the PhD job market.

Admission to the PhD program at CEMFI is through the Master. All
students admitted to the PhD program obtain a scholarship, either from
an external source or from CEMFI. For more information on admission and
scholarship applications, please visit: http://www.cemfi.es. For any
queries, feel free to contact: admissions@cemfi.es.


Application has to be received by 6. April 2009.

FYI from http://www.infoscholarships.com

Dateline : 22 Dec 2008

About The Scholarship

* Application for the Singapore Scholarship must be submitted on
the prescribed application form (The application form and supporting
documents must be of A4 size and printed on one side only). Please
contact the Singapore Embassy/High Commission/Consulate-General in
your capital city for a copy of the Singapore Scholarship brochure and
application form. You may click here for a softcopy of the application
form for AY 09/10.

Applicants will be required to submit a typed-written essay of
about 300-500 words. The essay is an important part of your application.

All supporting documents have to be attached. Those supporting
documents that are not in English must have a certified translation in
English. Translation and certification of transcripts and academic
records have to be done by your educational institutions.

Applications must be endorsed and submitted by their respective
ASEAN Governments. The relevant agencies to endorse the application are:

Indonesia
- Bureau of Foreign Co-operation
Department of National Education
Gedung C, Lantal 6
Jl Jend. Sudirman
Senayan
Jakarta
Tel No: 001-6221- 571 1144 ext 2603
Fax No: 001-6221- 574 6395
Contact person: Ibu Yun Widiati, SH

Late and incomplete applications will not be considered. Documents
submitted separately from applications will also not be considered.

Please also note that most shortlisted nominees will take the
entrance examinations set by NTU or NUS. All shortlisted nominees will
also have to undergo an interview conducted by interviewers from NTU ,
NUS and SMU. The entrance examinations and interviews will be
conducted in the respective ASEAN countries.

The decision of the Singapore Government on the selection of Singapore
Scholarship recipients is final.

Who Is Eligible

Citizens of ASEAN member countries (except Singapore) are eligible to
apply for the Singapore Scholarship.

Candidates must have an outstanding academic record, a good command of
English and meet the entry requirements for NTU, NUS and SMU. They are:

Brunei Darussalam
- completed General Certificate of Education Advanced Level with a
pass in English and 3 other `A' level subjects

Cambodia
- currently undergoing 1st year or 2nd year of undergraduate studies
in a local Cambodian university

Indonesia
- completed Indonesia SMU Ujian Akhir Nasional (UAN)

Lao People's Democratic Republic
- currently undergoing 1st year or 2nd year of undergraduate studies
in a local Laotian university

Malaysia
- completed Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)
- completed General Certificate of Education Advanced Level with a
pass in English and 3 other `A' level subjects
- completed UEC examinations

Myanmar
- completed at least 1st year or 2nd year of undergraduate studies in
a local Myanmar university

Philippines
- currently undergoing 1st year or 2nd year of undergraduate studies
in a local Filipino university

Thailand
- completed Thai Mathayom 6 examinations

Vietnam
- currently undergoing 1st year or 2nd year of undergraduate studies
in a local Vietnamese university

Candidates have to complete the above requirements within a 3-year
period prior to the date of application.

How To Apply

* Application for the Singapore Scholarship must be submitted on
the prescribed application form (The application form and supporting
documents must be of A4 size and printed on one side only). Please
contact the Singapore Embassy/ High Commission/Consulate-General in
your capital city for a copy of the Singapore Scholarship brochure and
application form. You may click here for a softcopy of the application
form for AY 09/10.

*Applicants will be required to submit a typed-written essay of
about 300-500 words. The essay is an important part of your application.
* All supporting documents have to be attached. Those supporting
documents that are not in English must have a certified translation in
English. Translation and certification of transcripts and academic
records have to be done by your educational institutions.
* Applications must be endorsed and submitted by their respective
ASEAN Governments. The relevant agencies to endorse the application are:


Indonesia
- Bureau of Foreign Co-operation
Department of National Education

Gedung C, Lantal 6

Jl Jend. Sudirman

Senayan

Jakarta

Tel No: 001-6221- 571 1144 ext 2603

Fax No: 001-6221- 574 6395

Contact person: Ibu Yun Widiati, SH

* Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.
Documents submitted separately from applications will also not be
considered.

* Please also note that most shortlisted nominees will take the
entrance examinations set by NTU or NUS. All shortlisted nominees will
also have to undergo an interview conducted by interviewers from NTU ,
NUS and SMU. The entrance examinations and interviews will be
conducted in the respective ASEAN countries.

* The decision of the Singapore Government on the selection of
Singapore Scholarship recipients is final.

Website : http://app.scp.gov.sg/