Aalto University is a new university with over a century of experience. Created from a high-profile merger between three leading universities in Finland – the Helsinki School of Economics, the Helsinki University of Technology and the University of Art and Design Helsinki – Aalto University opens up new possibilities for strong multi-disciplinary education and research. The university’s ambitious goal is to rank among the top universities in the world in its areas of specialization. At Aalto, there are 20,000 students and a staff of 4,500 including 340 professors.

Aalto University School of Science invites applications for:

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING

The research and education at the Aalto University Department of Computer Science and Engineering covers broadly the fields of computer science, software engineering and data communication. The department currently has 13 professors and approximately 150 researchers, teachers, full-time doctoral students, and staff members. Please seehttp://cse.aalto.fi/ for more information about the department. The open postdoctoral positions are in the following areas:

1) Software Systems and Technology. We are seeking candidates in the following or related areas:

• Databases, transaction processing and algorithm engineering
• Distributed systems, linked data and complex event processing
• Embedded systems, compiler technologies, multicore programming and energy efficiency
• Computing education research, educational technology and software visualization.

For additional information, please contact the Head of the Department, professor Heikki Saikkonen, tel. +358 50 337 7528, or professor Eljas Soisalon-Soininen tel. +358 50 550 5306, professor Jorma Tarhio tel. +358 50 306 2876 or professor Lauri Malmi, tel. +358 50 577 2176, e-mail: firstname.lastname@aalto.fi.

2) Mobile Computing and Security. We are seeking candidates to postdoc research scientist positions in the areas of cloud computing, Internet of Things, distributed applications and services, energy-aware communications, Green ICT, mobile networking and security.

For additional information, please contact professor Tuomas Aura, tel. +358 50 308 1702, e-mail: firstname.lastname@aalto.fi.

Concerning 1) and 2): We typically address these subject areas from the technical systems research viewpoint and our research incorporates hands on verification through proof-of-concept implementations and measurements in addition to simulations and mathematical modeling and analysis. We encourage applicants from various backgrounds to apply: you can be a specialist in one of the above outlined research areas or you can be a generalist working on a higher level of the systems research fields listed above. We are also looking for interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary talent.

3) Software Engineering. We are seeking candidates to postdoc research scientist positions in the area of empirical software engineering. We are looking for applicants with solid background in software engineering research and a track record of applying empirical research methods. Applicants focused on global software engineering, scaling lean and agile development, industrial software testing, requirements engineering, software architectures or product line and variability management are particularly encouraged to apply. For additional information, please contact professor Casper Lassenius, tel. +358 40 3500 194, or Tomi Männistö, tel. +358 50 551 5463, e-mail: firstname.lastname@aalto.fi.

In recruitment process related questions, please contact the HR Coordinator Kristina Mustonen, tel. + 358 50 4674327, e-mail: firstname.lastname@aalto.fi.

The Post-doctoral researchers are appointed for a fixed term of 2 to 3 years. They should have a doctoral degree. The positions are ideal for recent doctoral graduates as well as those with postdoctoral experience who want to develop both their research agenda and teaching portfolio. The post-doctoral researchers are expected to carry out scholarly research in their field and integrate with some of the research groups in the department (for more information of the groups, see http://cse.aalto.fi/research/groups/). They are also expected to participate in teaching in the undergraduate or post-graduate level in their own area of expertise. Fluent English is essential as many of our students are international and the courses are given in English.

The salary is determined based on experience and qualifications according to the salary system of Aalto University. As a living and working environment, Finland is consistently ranked highly in quality-of-life and competitiveness studies. According to a Newsweek study in 2010, it is the best country in the world to live. According to an OECD study in 2007, it is the 2nd happiest place in the world. Based on a 2011 report by Monocle Magazine, Helsinki is the best city in the world to live in, and the Economist Intelligence Unit livability ranking laced it the 7th in 2011. Finland has also been ranked the 4th in the Global Competitiveness Index 2011-2012 of the World Economic Forum and the 2nd best in the Corruption Perceptions Index 2011 of Transparency International 2011. Aalto University offers support for moving in Finland. Some information is available at: http://www.aalto.fi/en/for/international/

Application procedure

The applications for the positions are to be addressed to the Head of Department of Computer Science and Engineering by email in a single pdf-file to the registry of Aalto University, kirjaamo@aalto.fi, consisting of:

• an application letter
• curriculum vitae including contact information
• list of publications
• current personal research statement in at most four pages
• five most significant research publications or reports
• summary of the applicant’s teaching experience
• contact information of 2-3 persons for references
• any other material relevant to the application.

The application materials should be in English.

Closing date for applications: 29th February 2012

Aalto University reserves the right for to leave the position open, to extend the application period and to consider candidates who have not submitted application during the application period.

The application materials will not be returned.

Our global reputation means that just under a quarter of our undergraduates are non-UK students, representing 74 countries.

The breadth of appeal means that we receive applications from countries like Vietnam, USA, India, China and Kazakhstan.

The international diversity is increasingly reflected in the international focus of our programmes.

Students from outside the European Union can study for either three or four years. If you decide to study on a four year degree, you will be able to undertake a placement. This means you will be working in a graduate level position for one year providing you with the opportunity to gain valuable commercial experience and to earn a salary. The placement year takes place in the third year of a four year degree. Although not compulsory for non-EU students you are positively encouraged to undertake the placement because of the additional experience and skills you are able to gain.

We can offer scholarships to help with the cost of tuition fees.

We also run an exchange programme which provides international students at our partner institutions the opportunity to study at Aston Business School.

Our International Office staff regularly visit a number of countries to participate in Higher Education exhibitions and college visits, giving you the chance to talk to someone in person. Details of forthcoming visits as well as further information for international students on fees, accommodation and student welfare can be found here.

We also have extensive international links which underpin our growing global reputation.

Aston Business School Scholarship Award Scheme

The Aston Business School is pleased to announce several scholarships of £1,000 each in value for each academic year of undergraduate studies and £500 for the placement year.

Scholarships are available to international students entering one of the full-time BSc programmes in 2012/3 detailed below. Scholarships are awarded competitively to help with the cost of tuition fees.

A complete list of the qualifying programmes can be found at www.abs.aston.ac.uk/newweb/programmes/undergraduate/degrees.asp

(Please note that the International Foundation Year does not qualify)

How to apply

Applicants should write a letter of application and a letter of motivation (500 words) along with providing an academic reference supporting the application. The applicants or the applicants’ representative should submit the complete application to:

The Admissions Tutor – Academic Excellence Award
Aston Business School
Undergraduate Admissions Office
Aston University
Aston Triangle
Birmingham
B4 7ET
UNITED KINGDOM

Email: absugentry@aston.ac.uk

Fax: +44 (0) 121 204 3197

Conditions:

Please ensure that you state your full name, UCAS number and your contact details including correct email address as they appear on your UCAS form and the name of programme you have applied for. Without these details scholarship applications cannot be considered.

Scholarships are allocated on academic merit and scholarship applications will be considered in conjunction with your academic application via your completed UCAS form.

Please label your essay “Undergraduate Scholarship Application Letter of Motivation” at the top of the first page.

1. Scholarships to the value of £1000 are for each year of undergraduate study for a maximum of three years. The scholarship for the placement year is £500.00. The maximum total scholarship over four years is therefore £3,500.

2. The scholarship will be awarded as a reduction in academic study fees – no cash alternative is available.

3. Scholarships are only available for international students who are self-funded. UK and EU applicants and students sponsored by an organisation are not eligible.

4. To be eligible applicants must place Aston as their Firm choice institution through UCAS and Aston must have been notified of this decision by UCAS.

5. Applications must be received by post, fax or email before June 30th 2012. An email acknowledgement of receipt will be sent.

6. The Aston Business School Scholarship Panel will make their decision by 31st July 2012. Successful applicants/their representatives will be informed whether they have been successful or not by 31st July 2012 by email correspondence.

7. The decision of the Aston Business School Scholarship Panel is final. No further discussion will be entered into and there is no right of appeal.

8. The Aston Business School Scholarship Panel reserves the right to conduct a telephone interview with suitable candidates.

9. For successful applicants the award will be evaluated on an annual basis and is dependent upon students passing all modules on their first attempt. Students who repeat a year will not be eligible for a continuing scholarship. In cases where they is a dispute over the definition of this rule, the Scholarship Panel’s decision is final.

Source: http://www1.aston.ac.uk/aston-business-school/programmes/undergraduate/international-students/

Study Subject(s): Courses offered by the university
Course Level: Postgraduate
Scholarship Provider: Curtin University
Scholarship can be taken at: Australia [See all Australia Scholarships]

Eligibility: The award is open to citizens of an overseas country (excluding New Zealand). Scholarships will be awarded on academic merit and research capacity to suitably qualified overseas graduates eligible to commence a higher degree by research in 2013.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Description: The CIPRS is available to any international student wishing to commence a Higher Degree by Research at Curtin for the first time in 2013.The CIPRS provides: Course tuition fee for two years for a Master’s (by Research) and a maximum of three and a half years for a Doctoral degree; and a living allowance with a minimum value of $22,860 per annum (2011 value).

How to Apply: By Post

Scholarship Application Deadline: 31 August, 2012

Source: http://scholarships.curtin.edu.au/scholarship.cfm?id=165

In 1996, the Technical-Scientific Committee of CICOPS approved a scholarship project aimed at fostering research collaboration between academics from developing countries and the University of Pavia. The scholarships were designed for both junior and senior members of universities in developing countries or members of major research centres and international organizations with specific interests in the field of development studies. Since 1998, the University of Pavia and the Institute for University Studies (EDiSU) have offered about ten scholarships yearly for a four to ten week stay in Pavia, during which time the scholars carry out joint research with professors in the department that hosts them and often hold seminars. As of 2011, about 150 scholarships had been awarded to academics from 40 different countries to carry out research in Pavia.

2013 CICOPS Scholarships Applications
Deadline: June 30th, 2012

CICOPS Scholarships are now being accepted for 2013. Academics and other researchers from developing countries who wish to carry out research in collaboration with a professor at the University of Pavia are welcome to apply. Applicants must have the support of a collaborator at the University of Pavia. For further information, please read the Call for Applications for 2013 CICOPS Scholarships, which can be downloaded from the link to the right, and have a look at the FAQ. To apply, please fill out the application form, which can also be downloaded from the link to the right.

Source: http://www.unipv.eu/on-line/en/Home/InternationalRelations/CICOPS/CICOPSScholarships.html

The International Student Scholarship is available only to international students who are beginning an undergraduate or postgraduate programme at WIT for the first time.

A maximum of ten awards may be made annually, on an ex-quota basis with not more than four new awards being made annually in any one School.

Value

The International Student Scholarship will provide for a reduction in tuition fees of EURO 3,000 for one academic year for Undergraduate progarmmes and one year Higher Diploma programmes and EURO 3,150 for Postgraduate programmes.

The scholarship is available for the following programmes:

Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Any 3 or 4 years degree programme. Scholarship available for entry into all years of Bachelor programmes except final year. Higher Diploma programmes	One year taught master programmes

Eligibility

The scholarships are open to international students only (Non-EU).

You must meet all of the following criteria:

You intend to enroll on one of the above programmes

This is your first undergraduate, higher diploma or postgraduate enrolment at WIT in Ireland

You have an average result 75% in previous examinations

You have a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent.

How to apply

Before you can be considered for an International Student Scholarship you must have already applied for one of the programmes above. If you have not, please refer to the

http://www.wit.ie/International/AdmissionProcedure/ for information on how to apply.

If you have already applied and received an offer of a place on a programme but not a scholarship, and believe you meet the above criteria then please send an e-mail quoting your file number to:

international@wit.ie

Applications must be made on the prescribed form ( complete the online application form) and submitted to the International office on or before 31^st May.

Source: http://www.wit.ie/International/MainBody,48184,en.htm

The Netherlands Fellowship Programmes (NFP) are designed to promote capacity building within organisations in 61 countries by providing training and education to mid-career staff. The NFP is funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs under the budget for development cooperation.

To be eligible for an NFP fellowship, candidates need to be admitted to the master’s degree programme or short course for which they would like an NFP fellowship or be admitted as a PhD student.

Obtain academic admission

You first apply for academic admission directly to the Dutch institution. Your admission must be unconditional in terms of your education and language proficiency. Admission may be granted only, subject to you finding suitable funding for the programme.

You are strongly advised to seek academic admission as early as possible to allow the institution to process your application in time. Check the deadlines for academic admission with the Dutch institution directly for up-to-date information.

The academic admission process for a PhD study is an individual track. If you want to be admitted as a PhD student check the requirements and the deadlines with the Dutch institution.

If you have been admitted to more than one course or study programme in one fellowship per application deadline you will have to choose one programme before you apply for a fellowship.

Prepare your application for an NFP fellowship

Your NFP application consists of:

• a copy of a valid passport or other official identity document;
• an employer’s statement;
• a statement from the Government Authority (if applicable);
• Statements of motivation, responding to the following questions:
  - Why do you wish to pursue this course or programme?
  - How will your employer benefit from the course or programme?
  - How will your country benefit from the course or programme?
  - How will you put your new skills and knowledge to work when you return to your job?

In addition, if you apply for a PhD fellowship:

• A letter of a co-supervisor in your own country (if applicable);

The application you submit to Nuffic must be complete. After you have submitted your application you cannot make any adjustments or additions anymore.

Download the requirements of the Employer’s Statement (99 kB)

Download the requirements of the Statement of Government Authority (19 kB)

Download the requirements for the letter of the co-supervisor (43 kB)

Submit your application

If you have obtained academic admission and prepared all the necessary documentation you can submit your NFP fellowship application in Scholarships Online (SOL), Nuffic’s online application tool.

You can access SOL using the quick links on the right-hand side of this page.

If you have very limited or no access to the internet it is possible to submit a paper application, which you must send directly to Nuffic by regular mail or by courier.

• Download a paper application form from the downloads page

When you apply for an NFP fellowship you must accept the NFP Rules and Regulations. Please read the booklet carefully before you apply.

Download the Rules and Regulations (187 kB)

Application deadlines

Master’s degree programmes, Short courses, PhD studies: 7 February 2012

Master’s degree programmes, Short courses: 1 May 2012

Short courses, PhD studies: 2 October 2012

Source: http://www.nuffic.nl/