Eligibility

Open to international students in science and engineering related disciplines who are :

• Undergraduate students in their third or fourth year; or
• Master students.

Coverage

• Monthly stipend of $1,500 (up to a maximum of 6 months)
• Airfare, accommodation, bench fees and other additional allowance will not be provided.
• Research attachment periods may vary from 2 to 6 months.

Application Procedure

• SIPGA applications are invited through nominations by A*STAR Research Institutes and Consortia only.
• Interested students are to contact A*STAR Research Institutes and Consortia directly for attachment opportunities.

Contact Information

• Email A*GA Scholarship Officer, Joanna Ng (joanna_ng@a-star.edu.sg) or contact her at (+65) 6826 6234

Further scholarship information:
http://www.a-star.edu.sg/AwardsScholarships/ScholarshipsAttachments/ForUndergraduateStudies/SingaporeInternationalPreGraduateAward/tabid/209/Default.aspx

The R&D topics will cover:

• Bioconversion of waste to energy and other valuable products
• Biological treatment of toxic compounds and nutrients
• Novel bioprocess design
• Microbial ecophysiology and community dynamics in environmental systems
• Environmental molecular techniques development

Self-motivated and team-oriented individuals interested in environmental bioprocess engineering and microbiology/biotechnology are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have good communication skill in English and good academic records.

Candidates with experience in anaerobic bioprocess engineering (i.e., set up, operation, and monitoring of bioreactors) and in molecular/microbiological techniques will be given preference. A Master’s degree in environmental engineering, microbiology or a closely related field is a plus, but the position is open to Bachelor’s degree holders too.

A 4-year scholarship will be given through the School to the qualified candidate. The scholarship covers all tuition fees and stipend of S$2,000-2,500/month. The monthly living cost on campus is about S$800-900. Special support for students to attend oversea conferences is also available.

Applicants with qualified academic records and good TOFEL (or IELTS) and GRE (or GATE) scores will be considered immediately. International applicants must submit the test scores (tested within 2 years) to the School to get the final admission. Local students do not need the scores.

Interested applicants, even with no scores ready, are highly suggested to contact Dr. Changsoo Lee first. Please e-mail your CV, academic transcripts, and TOFEL (or IELTS) and GRE (or GATE) scores (if applicable) at LeeChangsoo@ntu.edu.sg

Positions are open until filled and only the shortlisted applicants will be notified.

The Master of Management in Hospitality is on offer for commencement of study in Semester 1, 2011 (May).
Applications close 24 September 2010.

Master of Management in Hospitality (MBA Equivalent) 1 Year Programme

• 1 Year Master Scholarship Available
• To commence Semester 1, 2011 (May)
• Scholarship offers a grant of SGD$15,000 towards CNI Tuition Fees
• Application closing date is 24 September 2010.
• Master of Management in Hospitality (MBA Equivalent) Course information

Note: On-line Scholarship application will be available shortly

For more information on eligibility criteria and to apply, please complete your details at the Log in section. This will enable you to access and download the Scholarship Application and Criteria Forms.

• Download Master of Management in Hospitality Scholarship Application and Criteria Form

For enquiries on scholarship opportunities, please email scholarships@the-ice.org

Closing date: May, 31 is deadline for preliminary applications at the National Commission. June, 30 is deadline for application done by the Netherlands National Commission for UNESCO at UNESCO headquarters in Paris .

Availability: l’Oréal – UNESCO offers yearly 15 fellowships worldwide to young female researchers, for each UN election group 3 fellowships are available.

Grant provider: L’Oréal – UNESCO

Application procedure

Please contact the National Commission for UNESCO of the country of origin.

Application must include:

Application form; diplomas; results of TOEFL-test; letter of recommendation; host institute’s letter of acceptance; detailed description of research work

Additional information

The Netherlands National Commission for UNESCO every year can propose four Dutch candidates for the fellowship to the UNESCO headquarters in Paris . Non-Dutch nationals are requested to contact their National Commission for UNESCO of their country of origin. However, information about the fellowship of course can be obtained via The Netherlands National Commission for UNESCO: (+31)70 – 42 60 263.

The fellowship programme advocates the establishment of an international network. Candidates are encouraged to study in a country abroad for at least 12 months. Hence a letter of acceptance of a host institute is requested.

For more information see:

http://www.unesco.org/en/fellowships/l’oreal

Topics include:

• Bayesian multiscale modeling of cell physiology
• Bayesian modeling of protein structure
• stochastic modeling and control engineering in the context of tissue generation.

See the following links for more information:

• Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research & Technology (SMART)
• Information on living in Singapore;
• General information on graduate studies in Singapore;
• Information about the research in the lab.

Please send detailed curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, three references, and relevant publications (if applicable) electronically to:

Prof. Justin Dauwels
Nanyang Technological University
School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Singapore

Web Link:
http://web.mit.edu/smart/

Scholarships are available for undergraduates (Srata Satu – S1) and postgraduates (Strata Dua – S2) in local and overseas universities.

For further enquiries, please contact us:
E-mail: scholarship.indonesia@simedarby.com

SCHOLARSHIPS

SMU MBA Scholarships

The SMU MBA programme does offer scholarships for both Full-time and Flex-time students, but only after students are admitted into the programme. Currently we offer scholarships for academic excellence, leadership, diversity, and/or sector interest (family business & entrepreneurship, energy, technology, and finance). Students can apply for more than one scholarship. Scholarships are awarded based on merit and need. Over half of this year’s pioneer class has been awarded some form of scholarship funding ranging from 5,000 – 20,000 SGD. There is no bond attached to the scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria

• Successfully accepted into the SMU Full-time or Flex-time MBA programme
• Open to all nationalities

BW Maritime Scholarships

BW Maritime is a part of the BW Group, which is one of the world’s leading maritime companies involved in offshore oil and gas production and delivery of energy and other vital commodities for more than 70 years ( www.bwshipping.com ).

The BW Maritime Scholarship is targeted at SMU MBA students with experience and/or interest in the energy sector. Awards range from $10,000 – 15,000 SGD and are bond-free.

Eligibility criteria:

• Successfully accepted into the SMU Full-time or Flex-time MBA programme
• Open to all nationalities
• Keen sectoral interest in the maritime/shipping/oil and gas industries
• Strong leadership skills and outstanding character
• Solid academic achievement
• Special consideration for those with demonstrated financial need

SPRING Singapore ’s Management Development Scholarship (MDS)

SPRING Singapore is committed to shaping Singapore ’s enterprise landscape by upgrading management capabilities in Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) through the Management Development Scholarship (MDS).

MDS will provide funding at the following levels:

• Full-time MBA : SPRING will provide grant value of up to 70% of expenses which includes tuition fees, basic stipend and other related expenses, including monthly allowance for full-time MBA scholars. The remaining costs are borne by the sponsoring SME .
• Flex-time MBA: SPRING will provide grant value of up to 90% of tuition fees and other related expenses. The SME will bear the full salaries throughout the course of study. The remaining costs are borne by the sponsoring SME .

Eligibility criteria:

• Currently working in a SME or interested in joining one
• A Singapore citizen or Singapore permanent resident
• Have 3-8 years of working experience

You will need to:

• Apply to the SMU MBA programme and be successfully admitted.
• Seek a SME to participate as a Sponsor Company, before embarking on the programme
• Go through a joint selection process by SPRING and the participating SME
• Serve a 3-month internship in the SME prior to embarking on the course if you are a new recruit. Performance must be deemed satisfactory by the SME
• Serve a bond of up to 2 years in the SME upon completion of your studies

For more information and to apply, please visit www.spring.gov.sg/mds

Source:
http://www.business.smu.edu.sg/MBA/Financing%20your%20MBA.asp

Eligibility

• Open to all nationalities.
• Successful awardees should read a full-time undergraduate degree programme leading to a first degree, with the exception of Biomedical Sciences & Chinese Medicine and the NTU-Georgia Tech Integrated Programmes where it will cover only the first three years of study in NTU.
• Possess outstanding Singapore-Cambridge GCE ‘A’ level, Local Polytechnic Diploma, NUS High School Diploma, IB Diploma or Year 12 equivalent qualifications.
• Excellent CCA records.
• Strong leadership qualities and potential.

Benefits of award

Nanyang Scholarship covers up to the normal programme duration on condition that the scholar maintains a record of good academic performance and conduct satisfactory to the University.
Subsidised tuition fees (after Tuition Grant) will be fully covered

• Living allowance of S$6,000 per academic year
• Book allowance of S$500 per academic year
• Accommodation allowance up to S$2,000 per academic year*
• Computer allowance of S$1,500 (one-off)
• Settling-in allowance of S$250 (one-off)
• Unique leadership training programme
• Priority for Global Immersion Programme
• No bond is attached to the Nanyang Scholarship apart from the three-year bond applicable to all Singapore PRs and international students under the MOE Tuition Grant Scheme
• Applicable for scholars who reside in NTU hostels only.

Terms & Conditions

• Scholar may not, without the approval of the University, hold concurrently any other scholarships, bursaries or university loans (except for one-time award or book prize).
• Nanyang Scholar is required to maintain a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.5 out of 5.0. Academic performance will be reviewed every semester.
• Nanyang Scholar is required to stay for at least one year in a hall of residence during your course of study and participate in university campus life.
• Nanyang Scholar is to undertake the role of Student Ambassador, or any other similar role, to represent the University as and when called upon.
• The Scholarship may be withdrawn at any time if, in the opinion of the University, the scholar’s progress or behaviour is deemed unsatisfactory.
• If the scholar decides to terminate the scholarship prematurely, the University reserves the right to impose a repayment on a case-by-case basis.
• Nanyang Scholar is required to attend all the Nanyang Scholars Programmes, i.e., Orientation, Award Ceremony and Leadership Training Programme, conducted by Office of Admissions and Financial Aid.

Application Procedures

The same application period for admissions applies. Scholarships are awarded based on competition amongst shortlisted candidates.

Applicants are required to submit your application for admission before submitting your application for scholarship.

Applicants with the following qualifications:

• Singapore-Cambridge GCE ‘A’ level
• Local Polytechnic Diploma
• NUS High School Diploma
• IB Diploma

The scholarship application form can be found at the link ‘Application for Scholarship’ at the end of your online application for admission. You are required to login with the application number assigned to you.
Applicants are required to submit a recent passport-size photo (digital image) online after completing your application form.

Applicants are also required to submit a referee’s appraisal online.
If you have reserved an undergraduate degree programme in NTU, you can login here to access the scholarship application form.

Applicants with Year 12 equivalent results:

Click here to apply for the scholarship with your assigned application number.
Applicants are required to submit a recent passport-size photo (digital image) online after completing your application form.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified for an interview.

Eligibility

• Top undergraduates from Biomedical, Physical Science, Engineering and Computing at NUS or NTU
• Open to Singaporeans, Singaporean Permanent Residents and ASEAN Nationals
• Candidates must be on track to attain at least a good 2nd Upper Class of Honours or equivalent
• Candidates must not concurrently hold any other scholarships or awards

Coverage

Successful candidates will be provided with financial support for the duration of their undergraduate studies:

• Tuition fees subsidy
• Monthly sustenance allowance (depending on year of study)
• Research attachment opportunities at A*STAR Research Institutes
• One overseas exchange programme throughout the entire PGS programme. Funding include one economy return airfare and monthly sustenance allowance up to 6 months. Awardees will have to gain admission into the exchange programme through their respective universities based on their own merit.

Candidates must maintain good academic standing for the award to be renewed the following year.

• All rates/allowances are subject to A*STAR adjustments from time to time

Continuing with PhD Studies

Upon completion of their undergraduate studies, candidates are required to embark on a PhD programme in Science and Engineering related disciplines within six months. Candidates can apply to A*STAR scholarships in their final year of studies at NUS or NTU.

Application Procedure

Applications are opened throughout the year. Interested applicants may apply through their universities:

National University of Singapore
NUS Graduate School for Integrative Sciences & Engineering (NGS)
Centre for Life Sciences (CeLS), #05-01
28 Medical Drive
Singapore 117456
http://www.nus.edu.sg/ngs/PGSawards

Nanyang Technological University
Graduate Studies Office
Student Services Centre, Level 3
42 Nanyang Avenue
Singapore 639815
http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/graduate/scholarships/Pages/ASTARPre-GraduateAward.aspx

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Contact Information

Email A*GA Scholarship Officer, Jolin Chua at jolin_chua@a-star.edu.sg

Graduate student positions and postdoctoral research positions are available in the area of medical engineering at the School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering of Nanyang Technological University in Singapore.

Students with research interests at the interface of electrical engineering and biology are especially encouraged to apply.

Topics include:

• modeling of epileptic seizures (from abstract network models to detailed biophysical models);
• neural implants for seizure suppression (from control/game theoretic analysis to hardware design);
• diagnosis of brain disorders, from EEG and other brain signals (Alzheimer’s disease and epilepsy);
• graphical models and nonparametric statistical models for analyzing electrophysiological data (e.g., spike sorting and decoding); and,
• principled statistical models for merging different brain imaging modalities (EEG/MEG/fMRI/DTI/single-unit recordings/etc.).

The research is conducted in collaboration with partners at the RIKEN Brain Science Institute, MIT, and MGH/Harvard.

Graduate student applicants will pursue PhD.s in Electrical Engineering.

Please send detailed curriculum vitae, statements of research interests, three references and relevant publications (if applicable), electronically, to:

Prof. Justin Dauwels
Nanyang Technological University
School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Singapore
Email: recruitment@dauwels.com

More information on:
http://www.dauwels.com/Jobs.htm