Singapore Scholarship for ASEAN Countries

Applications for the Singapore Scholarship for Academic Year 2012/2013 open on 28th November 2011 and close on 23rd December 2011.

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. For Indonesian applicants, please click here for for a softcopy of the application form for AY 11/12.

·         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 in Indonesia is:

Ibu Indah
Bureau of Foreign Co-operation
Ministry of National Education
Gedung C, Lantai 6
Jl Jend. Sudirman
Senayan, Jakarta
Tel : 6221- 5795 3083
Fax : 6221- 574 6395

Who is eligible to apply?

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.

 For Indonesian students:
- completed Indonesia SMU Ujian Akhir Nasional (UAN) with excellent academic results
- currently undergoing 1st year of undergraduate studies in a local Indonesian university is preferred.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Please follow the link HERE

Application Forms for Indonesian students can be found in: http://www.mfa.gov.sg/scp/pdf/ApplicationFormForAY12-13_Indon.pdf

Official website: http://app.scp.gov.sg/idxscholar.asp

The British Chevening Awards programme 2012/ 2013

Chevening Scholarship Applications 2012/13 Are Now Open The British Chevening Awards programme, funded by the British Government (Foreign and Commonwealth Office) and administered by the British Council, has awarded over 1000 scholarship and fellowships to Indonesians since 1984. Full scholarships are offered for one year Master degrees at United Kingdom universities and other professional institutions.  The scholarships would cover living costs, tuition fees and return airfares. The deadline for applications for 2012/13 Chevening Scholarships in Indonesia and East Timor is 15 January 2012. Applications 2012/2013 Chevening scholarships should be made via the website:https://www.chevening.fco.gov.uk/CheveningApplications/CA_Start.aspx Candidates should be aware that Chevening 2012/2013 is aligned with delivery of the FCO’s priorities. More information about these is available at:http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/about-us/what-we-do/our-priorities/ The Chevening scheme is highly competitive, with only the best applicants invited for interview. We particularly encourage applications from individuals based in eastern Indonesia. Candidates will need to meet the following basic requirements: Indonesian or East Timor citizens Excellent first degree with a minimum GPA >=3.0 Good level of spoken and written English language (IELTS 6.5) Minimum of 2 years full time post-graduate (S1) work experience Clear commitment to long-term career development Must be able to demonstrate leadership potential and the capacity to play an important role in Indonesia or East Timor's future development We regret that we are unable to accept applications for MBAs Previous recipients of a Chevening award are not eligible to apply Employees, employee’s relatives (or former employees who have left employment within the last two years) of the FCO, including FCO posts, the British Council or any Chevening sponsors are not be eligible for these awards. Other information relevant to applications will be posted on this page and at:http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/about-us/what-we-do/scholarships/ as well as on the Chevening Facebook page. All candidates are encouraged to start researching appropriate postgraduate courses at UK institutions and making applications directly to them as appropriate.

Community College Summit Initiative Program, American Indonesian Exchange Foundation, USA

This international educational exchange program enables individuals to study at a community college in the United States to develop professional skills.

Eligible fields are Business Management and Administration; Tourism and Hospitality Management; Health Professions, including Nursing; Media; Information Technology; Agriculture; and EngineeringScience.

ELIGIBILITY
To apply to the program, candidates must:

• Have completed a secondary school education; D1, D2, D3 and S1
• Preference will be given to High School Diploma
• Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree are eligible if they are applying in a field different from the field of their degree and have relevant work experience in the field for which they are applying.
• Applicants with MA or PhD degrees are not eligible to participate.
• Have relevant work experience in the field in which they are applying;
• Have English language skills that provide a basis for enrolling in academic coursework;
• Submit a complete application;
• Minimum Institutional TOEFL score 500 or TOEIC score 650 atau IELTS 5.0 (only scores less than 2 years old are valid).

U.S. PROGRAM
The Community College Summit Initiative Program will provide funding for round-trip airfare to the U.S.; a living allowance during English language, academic, and practical training program components; tuition costs; health insurance; and cultural enhancement activities. Students will be hosted in groups by community colleges competitively selected to participate in the program. Students are required to return home at the end of their program and may not transfer to a four-year U.S. academic institution.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS
Please return to AMINEF your complete application package by the application deadline that includes:

• Completed application form.
• Copy of your most recent, less than two years old, TOEFL/TOEIC/IELTS score report.
• Copy of high school diploma (English translation).
• Copy of identity document (KTP or passport).

Please send the application package to AMINEF Office at CIMB NIAGA Plaza, 3^rd Floor, Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 25, Jakarta 12920. Shall you decide to send your application by mail, please send them to the following address: AMINEF, PO BOX 2939, JKP 10029.

For additional information, contact infofulbright_ind@aminef.or.id.

The deadline for the submission of application materials is November 1, 2011.

For more information, please visit official website: www.aminef.or.id

Scholarship for Physicians in Developing Countries

Scholarship Application for
Physicians in Developing Countries

to attend the

AAHPM and HPNA Annual Assembly

Denver, Colorado, USA ♦ March 7-10, 2012

The Developing Countries Scholarship Fund was established to provide access to quality education for physicians who reside in developing countries to attend the AAHPM and HPNA Annual Assembly in Vancouver. This scholarship program will provide financial support (up to $5,000) to physicians to learn the latest clinical information and research updates in hospice and palliative care from leading experts in the field.

This scholarship program is intended to facilitate Annual Assembly participation and cover ordinary costs associated with meeting registration, travel-related expenses (air fare, cab fare, meals), and  lodging.

Eligibility

Scholarships are available to physicians who reside in a developing country (as defined by the World Health Organization) and care for seriously ill patients. Preference will be given to applicants who are

• members of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine AAHPM (free virtual membership is available to physicians who reside in a nation on the HINARI list of eligible countries)
• have not previously attended the Annual Assembly
• are junior in their career, and
• whose organizations are considered least able to afford this opportunity.

Timetable

Deadline for applications: November 1, 2011

Notification of awards: Early January 2012

Instructions

Submit the completed application form along with your uploaded curriculum vitae (limit of 2 pages), and a letter of recommendation or support by November 1, 2011.

Questions

Contact resources@aahpm.org

INDONESIA ENGLISH LANGUAGE STUDY PROGRAM (IELSP)

IIEF holds an Indonesia English Language Study Program (IELSP). It is a program that offers a chance to enroll in English Language Courses at prominent universities in the United States for a period of 8 (eight) weeks.

The goal of this program is to improve the ability of participant’s English language, especially in English for Academic Purposes. Other than that, participants will have the chance to learn intimately the people and culture of the United States. IELSP participants will join the immersion program where they will mix with other participants from other nations and countries. Within this program, participants will not only learn the English language, but they will also join various cultural programs that will enrich their experience.

General Requirement

• Participant age must be 19 – 24 years old. Participant must be an active students for bachelor degree in their 5th semester above at any universities all over Indonesia and have not yet declared pass or in the course of degree completion.
• Participant must have posses good ability in the English language with a good TOEFL® International or TOEFL® ITP with a minimum 450 (not a Prediction Test)
• Participant must also have good academic achievement Active in lots of activities and organization
• Have full commitment to return back to Indonesia after completing this program.
• Do not have experience of previous study in USA or other countries except Indonesia
• Possesses these personal qualities: active, independent, responsible, confident and open minded
• Master the skills for computer

Application forms can be downloaded here.

Registration Schedule:

For the IELSP Cohort X, the completed form and accompanied by the required documents must be received by IIEF at the latest on November 18, 2011.

Registration form need to be sent to this address:

IELSP
Indonesian International Education Foundation (IIEF)
Menara Imperium Lt. 28 Suite A-B
Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said, Jakarta 12980
(harap menuliskan IELSP di sudut kiri atas amplop)

If you need more information, please visit official website of IIEF: 

http://www.iief.or.id 

CIMB Regional Scholarship for Southeast Asian Countries

ELIGIBILITY & SCHOLARSHIP COVERAGE

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria: A citizen of any Southeast Asia country Have gained acceptance at a top graduate school to pursue postgraduate degree programme in the fields of study offered at the time when the CIMB Regional Scholarship is awarded Possess a Bachelor's Degree with minimum CGPA of 3.00/4.00 or equivalent (for Master's Degree applicants), or a Master's Degree with good examiner's report or equivalent (for Doctoral Degree applicants) that is relevant to the course or field applied for Do not hold any other scholarships, awards or grants that come with any contractual obligation between the recipient and the provider Relevant work experience, where applicable, is an added advantage. This is a full scholarship award covering all academic fees such as registration and examination fees, book allowance, as well as other expenses such as accommodation, airfare, travel documents, etc. FIELDS OF STUDY We believe that there’s more to the fields of arts and environmental studies. And that behind the passion to succeed, is the desire to make the difference and see the very change you had only imagined possible, happen. With our support, you are one step closer to realising that change. ARTS If the following examples of arts study in Southeast Asia are your passion, we will be pleased to hear from you. Creative Arts (Culinary, Design, Fashion, etc) Fine Arts (Music, Dance, Theatre, etc) ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES If you have passion in finding solutions for environmental issues of our region such as the examples below, we will be glad to partner you in creating a more sustainable environment. Deficiencies in urbanisation and industrialisation planning Deforestation and soil degradation Loss of biodiversity Transboundary atmospheric and coastal pollution Deteriorating water quality and availability HOW TO APPLY Application must be submitted online, here is the link. Information provided will only be used for the purpose of evaluating your application for the CIMB Regional Scholarship. Submission of copies of certificates, commendation letters or any other document is not required at this moment. Only applicants who are shortlisted for the next round of assessment will be required to produce the original copies of relevant documents. Application closing date is 3 August 2011. SELECTION PROCESS   Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for further assessment and / or interview. The assessment process shall comprise of 3 stages as follows: Stage 1 Applicants will be screened to ensure that they meet all eligibility criteria, and shortlisted based on the following pre-selection criteria. Academic or career and other relevant achievements where applicable Postgraduate programme applied; whether the knowledge gained will significantly benefit Southeast Asia region University of study; whether it is one of the top graduate schools in the world for the field of study applied Applicant's personal statement on how they plan to contribute to Southeast Asia region after completion of studies The above list is not exhaustive and CIMB Group reserves the right to amend the criteria from time to time. Stage 2 Applicants will need to go through several online assessments. Stage 3 Applicants will be interviewed by a panel of interviewers. Important note: To facilitate notification process, applicants must ensure that all contact details provided in the application form are accurate and updated. If you are shortlisted, we will get in touch with you via email. Therefore, please check your email from time to time. SELECTION CRITERIA   Have a track record of outstanding achievements that are relevant to the proposed field of study Demonstrate potential to contribute significantly to the region, given the opportunity to further studies Active involvement in extra-curricular activities Possess the required competencies (leadership qualities, interpersonal skills, energy level, etc) The above list is not exhaustive and CIMB Group reserves the right to amend the criteria from time to time. If you need any further information, please visit the official website of CIMB Group , here.

Xiamen University ( China ) Scholarship 2011

1.Introduction

The University offers scholarships for excellent applicants The recipients will have their tuition fees covered, up to a maximum of 3 years for a PhD, 2 -3 years for a Master degree and 4-5 years for a Bachelor degree. The recipients' academic performance will be assessed each year and only those achieving the required standard will have their scholarship renewed for the following year.

2. Scholarship availability:

About 25 in total including undergraduates, masters and doctors

3. Eligibility

1). Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens and in good health.

2). Educational background and age limits:

Applicants for undergraduate studies must hold a high school diploma and not be older than 25.

Applicants for master's studies must hold a bachelor's degree and not be older than 40.

Applicants for doctoral studies must hold a master's degree and not be older than 45.

4. Application time: from Feb. 15, 2011 to May 15, 2011

5. Application process

Applicants are eligible for scholarship application only after they are admitted to the undergraduate, master's and doctoral programmes in the university. Applicants can download Application Form for XMU Scholarship(click here to download) and send it together with other application materials to the Admissions Office before the deadline.

(For more information please visit http://admissions.xmu.edu.cn

: How to apply for undergraduate/master's / doctoral programmes 2011)

6. Approval and notification

1. A panel of experts will be responsible for the scholarship candidates' selection. Exceptional applicants will be selected as awardees according to their application materials, supervisor's opinions and so on.

2. The final list of awardees will be released on our website before the end of June, so please pay attention to the update of our website.

7. Contact

Address: Admissions Office of Xiamen University

Xiamen University , 361005 Fujian Province , P.R. China

Tel: +86 (0)592 2184792 Fax: +86 (0)592 218 0256

Email: admissions@xmu.edu.cn Web: http://admissions.xmu.edu.cn

FULBRIGHT - COMMUNITY COLLEGE INITIATIVE PROGRAM

This international educational exchange program enables individuals to study at a community college in the United States to develop professional skills.  Eligible fields are Business Management and Administration; Tourism and Hospitality Management; Health Professions, including Nursing; Media; Information Technology; Agriculture; and Engineering Science.  ELIGIBILITY To apply to the program, candidates must: Have completed a secondary school education; D1, D2, D3 and S1 Preference will be given to High School Diploma Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree are eligible if they are applying in a field different from the field of their degree and have relevant work experience in the field for which they are applying.  Applicants with MA or PhD degrees are noteligible to participate.  Have relevant work experience in the field in which they are applying; Have English language skills that provide a basis for enrolling in academic coursework; Submit a complete application; Minimum Institutional TOEFL score 500 or TOEIC score 650 atau IELTS 5.0 (only scores less than 2 years old are valid). U.S. PROGRAM The Community College Summit Initiative Program will provide funding for round-trip airfare to the U.S.; a living allowance during English language, academic, and practical training program components; tuition costs; health insurance; and cultural enhancement activities.  Students will be hosted in groups by community colleges competitively selected to participate in the program. Students are required to return home at the end of their program and may not transfer to a four-year U.S. academic institution. SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS Please return to AMINEF your complete application package by the application deadline (November 1st, 2011) that includes: Completed application form. Copy of your most recent, less than two years old, TOEFL/TOEIC/IELTS score report. Copy of high school diploma (English translation). Copy of identity document (KTP or passport). Please send the application package to:       AMINEF Office at CIMB NIAGA Plaza,       3rd Floor, Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 25,       Jakarta 12920. Shall you decide to send your application by mail, please send them to the following address: AMINEF, PO BOX 2939, JKP 10029. For additional information, contactinfofulbright_ind@aminef.or.id. We do not accept email applications. Hard copies must be sent or delivered to American Indonesian Exchange Foundation.The form can be downloaded here:

To download form click here

Minamas - Yayasan Sime Darby Undergraduate Scholarship Programme (Local)

This undergraduate scholarship offer is open to Public (external candidates)

Minimum Requirements

• Indonesian citizen
• Indeks Prestasi Kumulatif (IPK) ≥ 3.00 (on scale 4.00). 
• Currently enrolled in the recommended field of study stated below
• Candidates has finished at least 3 (three) semesters (proven by IPK result)
• Possess good personalities, in good health condition and free from any drug substances addiction
• Currently not receiving scholarships from any institution or willing to release it upon acceptance
• Non academic achievements (i.e. in sports, science, or others) and involvements in extra- curricular activities or other organizations is an added value.
• Willing to follow and obey to the whole process and procedure of the scholarship 

Service Bond Period

• On completion of their studies, scholars will be required to serve Sime Darby Group of Companies for 2 to 4 years, depending on the duration and value of the award

Fields of Study
Scholarship will be offered to individual pursuing the following fields of study:

• Business and Law: Accounting, Management, and Law
• Engineering and Technology: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Industrial Engineering.
• Agriculture-related: Agricultural Study, Agriculture Engineering, Agribusiness, and Forestry.
• Science: Biology

Selected Indonesian Universities

The scholarship is open to Indonesia citizens looking to study at the following universities in Indonesia:

• Universitas Indonesia
• Universitas Gadjah Mada
• Institut Pertanian Bogor
• Institut Teknologi Bandung
• Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember

Value of Scholarship (Local)The scholarship covers the following:

• Full tuition and academic fees
• Monthly board and lodging Allowance
• Annual books / equipment allowance
• Thesis allowance
• Graduation fees
• One-off computer allowance

Recipients of scholarship will have the opportunity to undergo Scholars Development Programme and experience work exposure through internship within Sime Darby Group of Companies.

Scholarship Application

Please email your scholarship application toscholarship.indonesia@simedarby.com before 5.00 pm, 15 April 2011 by stating“S1 - name of university – your full name” on the email subject:

 Download SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM here

UNESCO/Republic of Korea Co-Sponsored Fellowships Programme

In line with the strategy and objectives approved in 34 C/5 for UNESCO’s Fellowship Programme in application of the Memorandum of Understanding signed by UNESCO and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) in 2010, the Government of the Republic of Korea is offering thirty (30) fellowships of no more than two months’ duration. The medium of instruction is English.

Aimed at enhancing human resources and national capacity-building in least developed countries (LDCs) in Africa, Asia and the Pacific Regions, these fellowships will enable candidates to conduct research work or participate in a training course in the Republic of Korea. Given that UNESCO and the Government of the Republic of Korea grant priority to gender equality, special attention will be given to women's candidatures. English is the medium of instruction. FIELD OF STUDY: EDUCATION  Course Title: • Teacher Training in Basic Education • Use of ICT for Education (or e-Learning); and • Leadership in Global Education The field of study is aligned with UNESCO’s objectives and programme priorities approved in 34 C/5 and in accordance with the decision made by the Executive Board (i.e. 161 EX/Decision 3.6.3 and 165 EX/Decision 8.6). DURATION 23 June 2011 - 22 August 2011 (61 days)  QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED  UNESCO will solicit applications from least developed countries (LDCs) in Africa and Asia and the Pacific regions (see Annex I of the announcement letter). A. Candidatures must comply with the following criteria: a) Candidates must hold at least a Bachelor’s Degree b) Candidates must be proficient in English c) Candidates must not be more than 50 years of age d) Candidates must be in good health, both mentally and physically e) Candidates must have a minimum of five (5) years career in the field of Education with practical experience in the specific areas, namely: teaching/schooling, educational policy-making, development of curriculum (i.e., educational material, course of study, etc.)  B. All applications must be endorsed by the National Commission for UNESCO of invited Member States and must be made on a UNESCO fellowship application form  C. The implementing agency in the Republic of Korea will be the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and Asia-Pacific Centre of Education for International Understanding (APCEIU). D. The following documents must be attached to the application form in duplicate: a) Photocopies of diplomas and school-certified transcript of academic records; b) Certificate of English Language Proficiency by an official authority (if English is not the medium of instruction in the home country); and c) Two photographs E. Each invited Member State will be requested to nominate (not more than) two (2) candidates. F. National Commissions of invited Member States are requested to submit the applications /candidatures along with ALL supporting documentation. Files which are incomplete or received after the deadline for submission of applications/candidatures, or do not fulfill the above-mentioned requirements, will not be taken into consideration. G. UNESCO will submit the pre-selected applications to KOICA and APCEIU for final selection with copy to the Permanent Delegation of the Republic of Korea to UNESCO. It is understood that KOICA will cooperate with APCEIU in the evaluation and approval of these files during the final selection. SELECTION OF BENEFICIARIES  1. The final selection of beneficiaries lies with KOICA and APCEIU. 2. Candidates not informed of their selection by 25 April 2011 should consider that the donor Government has not approved their applications. FACILITIES OFFERED BY THE GOVERNMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA 1. Beneficiaries of these fellowships will be exempt from tuition fees for the duration of study/training programme. 2. Fellows will undertake studies/training under the supervision of an advisor or a study director designated by the host institution. 3. The donor Government will pay stipends to beneficiaries on a monthly basis, in local currency. The stipends are intended to cover the cost towards living expenses such as accommodation, meals, pocket expenses, and incidentals. 4. The donor will determine the stipend amount to be granted to beneficiaries. 5. The donor Government will offer the health insurance. FACILITIES OFFERED BY UNESCO 1. UNESCO will cover the cost of airfare to and from Seoul and a one-time travel allowance amounting to US $200 per beneficiary. OTHER CONDITIONS  1. No provision to finance or lodge beneficiary’s’ family members can be made. 2. A comprehensive final report, co-signed by beneficiaries’ advisors or study/training directors should be communicated to UNESCO with copy to KOICA and APCEIU not later than one (1) month after completion of training. DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS:  15 April 2011  Taken from: Official Website of Unesco Fellowship

FULBRIGHT MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAM

Preference will be given to applicants who serve as faculty members of state and private institutions of higher education in Indonesia. However, others who are not lecturers may apply.  Applicants will possess: a Bachelor (S1) degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (4.00 scale) leadership qualities a good understanding of Indonesian and international cultures  demonstrated commitment to the chosen field of study a willingness to return to Indonesia upon completion of the Fulbright program a minimum institutional TOEFL score of 550 or IELTS score of 6.0 DISCIPLINES All disciplines and fields of study are eligible for a Fulbright award. The fields of study covered by the Fulbright scholarship program in the past were limited to the Social Sciences and Humanities.  Since 2004, however, the policy has been changed to include also other disciplines with the exception of fields related to patient care or medical training nor to continue their study at medical school. HOW TO APPLY  Candidates should complete the appropriate application forms. Forms are available either by mail or in person at the AMINEF Office at CIMB NIAGA Plaza, 3rd Floor, Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 25, Jakarta 12920. Shall you decide to send your application by mail, please send them to the following address: AMINEF, PO BOX 2939, JKP 10029. Please return to AMINEF your complete application package by the application deadline that includes: Completed application form. This includes a clearly written and concise study objective. Copy of your most recent, less than two years old, institutional TOEFL or IELTS score report. One letter of reference, either from your current employer or previous lecturer. Copy of academic transcript (English translation). Copy of identity document (KTP or passport). CONTACT INFORMATION  Specific questions regarding the application process may be addressed via e-mail to the following address:infofulbright_ind@aminef.or.id. We do not accept email applications. Hard copies must be sent or delivered to American Indonesian Exchange Foundation. DEADLINE  The deadline for the submission of application materials for all programs is April 15, 2011. Note: Program requirements are subject to change without notice. The form can be downloaded here:

To download form click here