Friday, June 3, 2016

TWAS-USM Postgraduate Fellowship Programme, Malaysia

For young scientists from developing countries (other than Malaysia) who wish to pursue studies towards a PhD degree in the natural sciences at the Universiti Sains Malaysia.




Programme Details
  • TWAS-USM Postgraduate Fellowships are tenable in the departments, institutions and laboratories of theUniversiti Sains Malaysia (USM) for a period of up to three years for studies leading to a PhD degree in the natural sciences.
  • The academic year in Malaysia begins in September and the second semester in February of each year, following the year of application. Candidates will enrol for their PhD at a USM department/laboratory and must observe USM's academic calendar and be ready to start their fellowship on the first day of classes/courses.
  • The award of the fellowship is subject to obtaining in due course a final offer letter of admission from USM that must be approved by the relevant USM School. Upon receipt of the USM-TWAS award letter from TWAS, candidates will need to contact in due course the Institute of Postgraduate Studies (IPS) of USM to apply for the final offer letter. In case the application for the final offer letter of admission is not approved by USM, the award will become null and void.
  • USM will provide a standard monthly allowance which should be used to cover living costs, such as accommodation and food
  • The language of instruction is English.

Eligibility
Applicants for these fellowships must meet the following criteria:
  • Be a maximum age of 35 years on 31 December of the application year.
  • Be nationals of a developing country (other than Malaysia).
  • Must not hold any visa for temporary or permanent residency in Malaysia or any developed country.
  • Hold a Master's degree in a field of natural sciences.
  • Provide an official Acceptance Letter from the USM Institute of Postgraduate Studies (IPS) (see sample on page 5 of the application form)Requests for Acceptance Letters must be directed to Prof. Rozman Hj Din,  Dean, Institute of Postgraduate Studies (IPS) (at emails: twasusm@gmail.com and dean_ips@usm.my) who will facilitate assignment of a host supervisor. The acceptance letter must come from the IPS Dean (and not from any Head of Department or supervisors at USM).
  • In contacting the IPS Dean applicants must accompany their request for an Acceptance Letter with ALL the following documents:
    - copy of an updated CV;
    - a short write-up of research proposal (maximum 5 pages);
    - scanned copies of certificates, academic transcripts (certified true copy of Bachelor and Master degree certificates) with CGPA 3.5 and above and related credentials;
    - two referee letters;
    - provide evidence of proficiency in English (TOFEL or IELTS);
    - a scanned copy of the front page of their publications.
    Only requests for acceptance letters that contain ALL the above required documents will be processed by the IPS, USM.
  • The deadline for submitting requests for an acceptance letter to the Dean of the Institute of Postgraduate Studies (IPS), USM, is 1 September 2016. Therefore, please apply for the acceptance letter from the IPS Dean before this date. NB: Acceptance letter will not be issued by the Dean of IPS, USM after 1 September.
  • Be financially responsible for any accompanying family members.
  • Provide evidence of proficiency in English, if medium of education was not English;
  • Provide evidence that s/he will return to her/his home country on completion of the fellowship;
  • Not take up other assignments during the period of her/his fellowship.

Submitting your application
  • The deadline for receipt of applications to TWAS is 15 September of each year.
  • Applicants must submit the Preliminary Acceptance Letter from the Institute of Postgraduate Studies (IPS), USM when applying to TWAS or by the deadline at the latest. Without Preliminary Acceptance Letter, the application will not be considered for selection.
  • Reference letters must be on letter-headed paper, SIGNED and sent as attachments via e-mail to TWAS and USM. The subject line must contain USM/PG/ and the candidate’s surname. N.B. Only signed reference letters can be accepted. The letters can be submitted either by the referee or by the applicant directly.
  • Applicants for the TWAS-USM Postgraduate Fellowship Programme should send their application to TWAS and USM (by email).

Are you a potential applicant for a full-time PhD in a field related to atmospheric science, climate and climate change, hydrology, multi-hazard early-warning or disaster-risk reduction? If so, you may be interested in applying for a World Meteorological Organization (WMO) travel grant as a complement to the PhD fellowship.
Contact Details
TWAS Fellowships Office
ICTP Campus, Strada Costiera 11
34151 Trieste, Italy
Phone: +39 040 2240-314
Fax: +39 040 2240-689
E-mail: fellowships@twas.org
Prof. Rozman Hj Din
Dean
Institute of Postgraduate Studies (IPS)
Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
11800 Penang, Malaysia
Tel:          +60 4 6532 930
Fax:         +60 4 6532 931
Email:      twasusm@gmail.comdean_ips@usm.my

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Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship

Science, technology and education

The Developing Solutions Scholarship Fund will reach out to students who have the potential to make a real difference to the development and prosperity of their home countries.
10 awards of 100% tuition fee scholarships are available for students from the developing and third world countries registering for taught Masters programmes at Malaysia Campus in areas related to science, technology and education, including the following courses:


MSc Chemical Engineering
  • The MSc in Chemical Engineering is a 12-month course consisting of 3 semesters of lectures, project work, continuous assessment and examinations, followed by an individual research project, leading to the submission of an MSc dissertation. The course has been designed to assist holders of relevant degrees in science and engineering to upgrade their academic qualifications and enhance their professional standing. The syllabus covers, amongst other topics, Process Synthesis and Design, Computational Fluid Dynamics and Advanced Process Control.

    Course structure

    The programme is operated on a modular basis and consists of two semesters during which you will follow a series of taught modules (60 credits per semester) followed by a research project (60 credits) undertaken during the summer period. You will be taught using the latest advances in teaching methods and electronic resources. You will carry out an individual research project from June to September.
    Modules are worth 10 credits unless shown otherwise. You must choose modules worth a total of 70 credits from those listed in autumn and spring semesters. To meet IChemE’s ‘further learning’ requirement the choice must include at least 40 credits of specified modules (marked with # in module list, right). You must complete the ‘full-year’ and project modules listed separately, leading to a total of 180 credits for the course.

    If you have taken any of the modules as part of a BEng/MEng degree course at The University of Nottingham, you are not allowed to take modules for a second time.

    Career opportunities

    Students completing this programme have found jobs in a range of industries, including oil and gas, petrochemicals, food, environmental protection, nanotechnology, consultancy and management. The programme also aims to provide a strong foundation for further study to PhD level and pursuit of a career in research.
MSc Civil Engineering
Our MSc in Civil Engineering provides a comprehensive programme of study across a range of subject areas. You may prefer to opt for a more specialised approach by choosing specific modules in the area of your interest in the first two semesters. Furthermore, you could focus your research project in the same area.
You may choose from the following subject areas.
  • Geotechnical Engineering
  • Structural Engineering
  • Management
  • Pavement Engineering
  • Transportation
  • Water Resources
  • Environment

Course structure

The course consists of 120 credits of core and optional taught modules along with a 60-credit major individual research based project. Please be aware that modules are subject to change. In addition to the core modules, you will be able to choose from a number of optional modules to create a more generalised path of study for the award of MSc in Civil
Engineering or to augment your degree is a specific area of interest. Following the successful completion of the taught modules, the major individual project is undertaken over the summer term. 
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MSc Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical engineers apply their scientific knowledge to solve challenging problems and design machines that help us to improve people’s lives. As a Mechanical Engineer, you may work in design, development, research, consultancy, manufacture or marketing, combining technical and managerial experience. This MSc course offers you the opportunity to study advanced topics in Mechanical Engineering, covering engineering science, design and technology. From a broad base, it builds on our key research and academic strengths and concludes with an individual project.
You will develop the skills to able to solve problems using both logic and creative/innovative approaches, excellent numerate, computer and analytical skills, the ability to plan, prioritise and work to deadlines under pressure, and the ability to communicate with others.

Course structure

This is a full-time masters degree course which consists of
50 credits of core, and 70 credits of optional taught modules along with a 60-credit summer individual project often linked with industrially-sponsored research.
Projects include:
  • experimental analyses
  • design oriented studies
  • development of mathematical or computational models
You will study compulsory modules such as Integrated Systems Analysis, Process of Engineering Alloys, Advanced Dynamics of Machines as well as Advanced Technology Review – where you will learn about the latest, cutting-edge developments in engineering from our world-leading research groups. You will also be able to choose from a number of optional modules to allow you to focus your studies for the award of MSc in Mechanical Engineering.
This MSc is designed to provide instruction and training in the most recent developments in the areas of technology covering electronics, communications and computer engineering. The course aims to provide you with advanced and comprehensive coverage of specialist skills required by an engineer working in electronic instrumentation, electronic systems, telecommunications (both wireless and wired)and computer hardware and software aspects of computer engineering. The programme also provides an excellent basis for engineers wishing to update their knowledge, or students who wish to go on to do research, or to enhance their training.
The programme offers exciting opportunities for research, industrial collaboration and learning in the fast-growing field of communications and computer engineering.

Career prospects

Excellent opportunities are available with mobile communications manufacturers, mobile communications operators, wired telecommunications companies, Internet providers, optical communications industry. The graduates also have the option of pursuing a PhD programme or working in the academic field.

Course structure

The programme is operated on a modular basis and consists of two semesters during which you will follow a series of taught modules (120 credits), followed by a research project (60 credits) undertaken during the summer period. You will be taught using the latest advances in teaching methods and electronic resources.
If you have taken any of the modules as part of a BEng/MEng degree course at The University of Nottingham you are not allowed to take those modules for a second time.
  • MSc Crop Biotechnology
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    Qualification: MSc
    Fees: MSc: Malaysian – RM47,690, Non-Malaysian – RM50,600
    Mode: Full-time, 1 year / Part-time, 2 years
    Intake: September
    Campus: Malaysia
    Our MSc Crop Biotechnology explores the application and future potential of plant biotechnology in crop production systems. It will provide you with an advanced knowledge and comprehensive understanding of the theoretical, practical and transferable skills of crop biotechnology and allied biotechnologies.
    The MSc offers the exciting opportunity to study at advanced level in an internationally important and rapidly advancing area which offers prestigious career opportunities for well qualified graduates. We also offer the crop biotechnology programme at postgraduate diploma and postgraduate certificate level.
    The MSc Crop Biotechnology is designed to encourage you
    to learn the practical aspects of biotechnology companies,research stations, plantations and other relevant institutions.It will provide you with an advanced knowledge and comprehensive understanding of the theoretical, practical and transferable skills of crop biotechnology and allied biotechnologies, placing you in an excellent position to undertake research or develop a leading career in the fields of crop biotechnology, genome research and related agro-industries.

    Career prospects

    Completion of the MSc Crop Biotechnology leads to a wide range of career and employment opportunities in biotechnology and agro-industry. Career opportunities include research scientists in institutes and biotechnology companies; lecturers and teachers; laboratory officers; data management (pharmaceuticals); administrative positions; technical and sales positions in biotechnology or agro-industry; as well as science writers.

    Course structure

    The MSc in Crop Biotechnology course can be completed either one year full-time or two years part-time and is comprised of taught modules and a research project. In a full-time course, you will take 60 credits of modules each semester and then undertake a laboratory or field-based research project in the third semester.
     
  • MSc Environmental Monitoring & Management
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    Qualification: MSc
    Fees: Malaysian – RM47,690 per year, Non-Malaysian – RM51,870 per year
    Mode: Full-time, 1 year / Part-time, 2 years
    Intake: September
    Campus: Malaysia
Management of environmental impacts is an increasingly important aspect of economic development and is conducted within a regulatory framework governed by national laws and international treaties. However, both the framing of these regulations and the practice of environmental management require reliable sources of information and a holistic but rigorous understanding of the physical, chemical and biological interactions with and within the environment.
The basis of the course is to develop an understanding of the information needs of environmental management and the practical techniques available to meet those needs, with a particular focus on the tropical environment. The course is interdisciplinary in nature, combining the integrated study of the physical environment with monitoring and investigative techniques and includes social and economic aspects of environmental management. The development of environmental research training is an integral part of the course, culminating in the completion of a dissertation for the MSc.

Course structure

You must complete 180 module credits. Each credit is equivalent to 10 hours of study. The course consists of two elements: 120 taught credits over two semesters full-time (or four semesters part-time), and 60 credits of individual dissertation-based research in the period after the end of the taught course.
  
The dissertation module will require you to research an environmental issue under the supervision of an appropriate member of staff and to report your findings in the form of a written dissertation (12,000 words). Key skills developed include those of independent study, critical analysis and report writing.
The Masters in Educational and Leadership Management is a core programme of study for leaders and managers in education. It is designed to meet the interests of leaders at all levels who are keen to improve their leadership and management understanding and practices.
The course aims to strengthen your leadership and management skills, and to enable you to apply theory and ideas within your workplace and utilise existing and emerging research-informed knowledge of educational leadership internationally. It will enable you to develop, broaden and deepen your critical understanding of your organisation and the environment in which you operate, manage change and promote the development of yourself, your colleagues and your organisation.
The programme is vitally relevant for middle and senior managers and leaders in schools and post-compulsory educational organisations in the UK and overseas, as well as those who advise these managers and leaders – for example local authority staff, educational consultants, and policy advisors.
Throughout the course, you will develop your skills in critical reflection, critical reading and critical writing; practice-relevant research skills; research design; literature searches; and ethics in educational research. You will carry out independent study in an area relevant to your needs and/or those of your organisation.

Course structure

You can study for an MA in Educational Leadership and Management or a Postgraduate Diploma or Certificate . For the MA in Educational Leadership and Management, you will need to successfully complete 180 credits. This will be composed of four core modules, including written work, of thirty credits each. In addition, you will need to submit a dissertation (or equivalent), worth sixty credits, in a subject related to one of the modules and approved by your tutor.
For the Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Leadership and Management, you will need to successfully complete all modules and associated assignments to the value of 120 credits. There is no dissertation requirement. For the Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Leadership and Management you will need to successfully complete modules and associated assignments to the value of 60 credits.
Modules are taught within a block over four days. At the end  of each face-to-face teaching period, students are provided  opportunities for tutorials, individual study in groups and/or  using other means of communication such as emails, telephone  and video conference.

Assessment

Each of the modules has a contact time of 30 hours. In addition, you will be expected to undertake 270 hours of private study, assignment preparation and tutorial support. The module assignments have been designed to incrementally increase your skills and criticality.
Each 30-credit module will usually be assessed by a written assignment of 5,000–6,000 words. Your dissertation is an original piece of work and should be of 12,000–15,000 words (or their equivalent) related to an approved topic on one of the selected modules.

Cohort applications

We welcome approaches from educational organisations who may wish to develop a bespoke cohort programme. The programme is taught by experienced specialist staff with outstanding national and international reputations and teaching is informed by current research.
This programme is designed for teachers or other professionals who have an interest in increasing their knowledge and skills in the field of special needs.
The MA Special Needs is suitable if you are:
  • interested in developing your knowledge and understanding of children and young people with special educational needs 
  • working as a teacher or associated professional in mainstream education or specialised settings wishing to extend your skills and practice 
  • an experienced professional or new to working with children with additional needs 
  • Malaysia-based or an international student
The programme offers a comprehensive focus on contemporary debates within special and inclusive education including local, national and international policies and approaches. We focus on the specific needs of children with learning difficulties and disabilities, communication impairments, literacy difficulties/dyslexia, autism and ADHD to illustrate the challenges encountered in professional practice.

Critical exploration of current theory and research inform consideration of pedagogical approaches as well as the development of effective systems and structures for working with parents/carers and different agencies.

This programme provides high quality professional development that offers flexibility for students to pursue areas of interest and specialisms.


Advantages of studying MA Special Needs at Nottingham

The internationally respected MA Special Needs qualification supports career progression through:
  • evaluating effective approaches to supporting disabled children and young people including those with moderate to severe and complex learning difficulties and/or personal, social, emotional and behaviour difficulties 
  • exploring values and beliefs, policy, legislation, multi-agency working and involvement of families and disabled children and young people 
  • building confidence in your professional practice skills 
  • promoting personal development through reflection and critical analysis of your own beliefs and practices
  • increasing your academic and research skills which will support future doctorate level study including, for example, a Doctorate in Education or Educational Psychology or a PhD Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators

Course structure

You can study for an MA in Education: Special Needs, or a  Postgraduate Diploma or Certificate. For the MA in Education:  Special Needs, you will need to successfully complete 180  credits. This will be composed of four core modules, including  written work, of 30 credits each. In addition, you will need to  submit a dissertation, worth 60 credits, in a subject  related to  one of the modules and approved by your tutor.
For the Postgraduate Diploma in Special Needs you will need to successfully complete four modules and associated assignments to the value of 120 credits. There is no dissertation requirement. For the Postgraduate Certificate in Special Needs you will need to successfully complete two modules and associated assignments to the value of 60 credits.
Modules are taught within a block of four days over two consecutive weekends. At the end of each face-to-face teaching period, you are provided opportunities for tutorials individually, in groups and/or using other means of communication such as email, telephone or video conference.


Assessment

Modules are assessed via a 6,000 word assignment. The dissertation is an original piece of work and should be of approximately 12,000–15,000 words on an approved topic.

  • MA TESOL 
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Qualification: MA
Intake: June and December
Campus: Malaysia

Course overview
Entry requirements
Modules
Funding
Fees: Malaysian – RM45,970, Non-Malaysian – RM50,070
Mode: 1-2 years full-time, 2-4 years part-time
This course is designed for professionals who wish to develop their critical understanding of recent developments in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL). You will cover theory and practice, reflect on your own teaching, and conduct independent research into teaching and learning.
If you are a teacher of English to speakers of other languages (TESOL) or working in a related profession, this course can help you build on your existing knowledge and experience, improve your career prospects, take up a more senior position within your institution. It will also prepare you for researching your own teaching or applying for a research degree (MPhil/ PhD/EdD).
Our TESOL programme offers a range of modules which provide you with considerable freedom in selecting course components to suit your individual needs and interests. We also encourage you to develop your own areas of interest through your dissertation research.

Course structure

For the MA in TESOL you will need to successfully complete 180 credits. Core and elective modules, including written work, will make up 120 credits. In addition, you will need to submit a dissertation worth 60 credits in a subject related to one of the modules and approved by your tutor.
For the Postgraduate Diploma in TESOL you will need to successfully complete core and elective modules and associated assignments to the value of 120 credits. There is no dissertation requirement. For the Postgraduate Certificate in TESOL you will need to successfully complete three core modules, one elective module and associated assignments to the value of 60 credits.
Modules are taught within a block of three days over extended weekends. At the end of each face-to-face teaching period,you are provided opportunities for tutorials individually, in groups and/or using other means of communication such as email, telephone or video conference.
You can study for an postgraduate diploma or postgraduate certificate.

Assessment

Modules are assessed by a 3,500-4,000 word assignment or equivalent. The dissertation is an original piece of work and should be approximately 12,000-15,000 words on an approved topic.
The MSc degree in International Development Management investigates the practical and theoretical issues around the promotion of international development. It provides the practical skills required for employment in the development sector, including how to design, implement and manage development projects.
International Development is the multidisciplinary study of how communities and states attain the economic, socio-political and other characteristics associated with development. This programme is designed to give you the opportunity to:
  • develop a comprehensive multidisciplinary understanding of international development
  • examine the possibilities for development in a globalising world
  • understand the reasons for the persistence of global poverty and inequality and how current development paradigms contribute to poverty reduction and human development
  • apply development theory to enhance development practice at the grassroots
  • identify, design and implement appropriate interventions to improve development outcomes
This course is taught through evening classes at our Teaching Centre in central Kuala Lumpur and therefore appropriate for individuals living and working in the city. The degree is eligible for the University’s Developing Solutions Scholarship – see ‘scholarship page’ for further details.

Career prospects

The degree is open to applicants from any background. It equips you with the transferable skills required by most agencies working in the development sector, and therefore provides an excellent springboard if you wish to further or pursue your professional career in development agencies, aid and relief organisations, charities and NGOs, international organisations, local and national government, think-tanks, policy advice and lobbying.

Course structure

The course is delivered in English and is delivered in either full-time (12 months) or part-time formats. You will be required to complete 180 credit points of work over the period of your studies: 120 credit points of taught modules and a 60 credit point dissertation, based on your own original research.
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How to apply



In order to apply for one of these scholarships you must;
  • be holding an unconditional offer letter and accepted the offer by paying USD1000 for full time Masters degree programme at The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus for 2016/17 intakes. Copy of unconditional offer letter and acceptance form must be attached together with the application.
  • be classified as an ‘overseas’ student for fee purposes.
  • have at least 1 full year working experience after completion of undergraduate programme. Fresh graduates will not be considered.
  • must sufficiently enable to support cost of living throughout the duration of studies.
  • complete our scholarship application form online. Please take note only completed form with all supporting documents will be considered.
  • submission of application will be open from March 2016
  • application for September 2016 intake is open from 15 March 2016 and closed by 31 July 2016. Successful applicants will be notified by 15 August 2016
  • application for December 2016 intake is open from 1 June 2016 and closed by 15 October 2016. Successful applicants will be notified by 30 October 2016
  • current students and graduates of UNMC will not be considered for this scholarship as to give new students an opportunity.
  • only complete applications and meet the above requirements will be entertained.

Once the form has been filled in, please save and attach the form to your email and send it to Developing Solutions Malaysia.  

Finding out if your application has been successful



  • a decision on your application will be made by a panel of University staff.
  • only successful applicant will be notified by the staff of university via email.

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