10 fully-funded PhD studentships, University of Edinburgh - 11 December 2015

How to Apply

We expect to offer 10 fully-funded PhD studentships per year. Students with a strong background in computer science, mathematics, physics, or engineering are particularly encouraged to apply.

The CDT in Data Science is a 4-year programme at the University of Edinburgh: the first year provides Masters level training in the core areas of data science, along with a significant project. In years 2-4 students will carry out PhD research in data science, guided by PhD supervisors from within the centre.

The programme is now accepting applications for PhD studentships beginning in September 2016. There will be three application deadlines:

• 11 December 2015 – all overseas applicants are encouraged to apply by this deadline for full consideration
• 29 January 2016 – all UK and EU applicants are encouraged to apply by this deadline for full consideration
• mid-March 2016* – any remaining UK and EU studentships will be allocated in the third round

* Applications after the mid-March 2016 deadline can still be considered if places are still available, but are not guaranteed full funding consideration.

**The programme is no longer accepting applications for PhD studentships beginning in September 2015.**

Funding

Due to constraints from the CDT in Data Science's funding agencies, there are different rules for funding depending on your fee status:

• UK and EU students: Full funding (fees and stipend) is available.
• Non-EU students: Funding is significantly more competitive; see more detailed information for non-EU students.

If you are unsure about which of these two categories applies, please read the University web pages about fees and fee status.

Apply

Entry Requirements

Before applying, please read the admissions information at the following links:

• Entry Requirements – School of Informatics, University of Edinburgh (where the CDT is based)
• Frequently Asked Questions - CDT in Data Science
• Frequently Asked Questions – School of Informatics, University of Edinburgh (where the CDT is based)

References

All applicants should ensure that their references are aware that applicants are applying for the full 1 year MSc by Research + 3 year PhD programme at the University of Edinburgh. Reference letters should include information about an applicant’s ability to undertake a PhD as well as an MSc by Research. We have a web page directed to referees to alert them to this. You might wish to send them a link to that page.

Letters of reference should be signed, dated, and on letter-headed paper:www.ed.ac.uk/studying/postgraduate/applying/references

Research Proposal

When you apply, you will be asked to include a personal statement statement where you can note your reasons for wishing to undertake PhD training in data science. This is separate from the research proposal.

A formal research proposal is required as part of the application process for the CDT in Data Science. In the research proposal you should indicate the area you believe would be of most interest to you for a PhD topic. If you are not familiar with the field, the proposal can be quite broad and your actual PhD project can differ from what you propose during your application. It is possible, and even likely, that you will change your interest during the course of the first year. Nevertheless, the motivation and research proposal are very important in our selection, so please pay attention to it! It is probably easier to attach a file  (either via “Upload a research proposal” or “Upload an unspecified document”) rather than to enter it all on the web form.

Before writing your proposal, you should visit the Research and Supervisor pages of our website. Both of these should give you a background on areas of research as well as current and potential research projects for postgraduate students.

There is no specific guidance for research proposals for applications to the CDT in Data Science; however, you may find it useful to refer to this document about writing a postgraduate research proposal for the University of Edinburgh.

Apply

To apply to the CDT in Data Science, use the standard University of Edinburgh website to apply for the programme called “Informatics: EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Data Science: MSc by Research Data Science – 1 Year (Full-time)“. All CDT students should apply to this MSc programme as applications will automatically be considered for the full 1 year MSc by Research + 3 year PhD programme.

If you decide that you are more interested in other areas of computer science or informatics, the School of Informatics has many other postgraduate programmes available. Please see the School of Informatics pages about postgraduate study.

Please contact us if you have any queries.

Ph.D Scholarships King Abdulaziz University (KAU), 2016-17

Postgraduate Scholarships for international students (male only) for the academic year 2016/2017.

King Abdulaziz University (KAU), Saudi Arabia, Jeddah, is pleased to offer Postgraduate Scholarships for international students (male only) for the academic year 2016/2017. Disciplines Available for Ph.D Faculty of Science BIOLOGY, STATISTICS,  CHEMISTRY, BIOCHEMISTRY, MATHEMATICS, PHYSICS, ASTRONOMICAL SCIENCES  Faculty of Engineering CIVIL ENGINEERING, THERMAL ENGINEERING AND DESALINATION, MINING ENGINEERING, ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING, CHEMICAL ENGINEERING, AERONAUTIC ENGINEERING, MECHANICALENGINEERING Faculty of Meteorology, Environment Arid Land Agriculture ARID LAND AGRICULTURE,  ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES, METEOROLOGY, HYDROLOGY AND WATER RESOURCES MAN Faculty of Marine Science MARINE BIOLOGY, MARINE PHYSICS, MARINE CHEMISTRY, MARINE GEOLOGY Faculty of Environmental Design URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING Faculty of Computing & Information Technology COMPUTER SCIENCE Disciplines available for M.Sc Faculty of Science BIOLOGY,  CHEMISTRY, BIOCHEMISTRY, MATHEMATICS, PHYSICS, ASTRONOMICAL SCIENCES  Faculty of Engineering THERMAL ENGINEERING AND DESALINATION, MINING ENGINEERING,ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING, MEDICAL ENGINEERING, CHEMICAL ENGINEERING, AERONAUTIC ENGINEERING, PRODUCTION ENGINEERING & MECHANICAL SYSTEM DESIGN, INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING Faculty of Meteorology, Environment Arid Land Agriculture ARID LAND AGRICULTURE,  ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES, METEOROLOGY, HYDROLOGY AND WATER RESOURCES MAN Faculty of Marine Science MARINE BIOLOGY, MARINE PHYSICS, MARINE CHEMISTRY, MARINE GEOLOGY Faculty of Environmental Design URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING, Architecture Faculty of Computing & Information Technology COMPUTER SCIENCE, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INFORMATION SYSTEM Admission Requirements 1)      The Applicant’s age doesn’t exceed (35) years For PhD, and (30) years for Masters. 2)      The Applicant must have a university degree from an accredited college or university and should have a degree with “very good” at least. 3)    An approved exam in English is required for applicant whose first language is not English. The approved exams and minimum required scores are listed below: Exams Scores TOEFL (PBT) 500 TOEFL (CBT) 173 TOEFL (IBT) 61 IELTS 5  (Please note that exams are valid for 2 years from date of exam) 4)      He must have a record of good Conduct and must be medically fit. 5)      He must not have been dismissed from any university in the kingdom. Scholarship Privileges 1. A monthly bursary of SR 1,900 2. A preparation allowance when coming for the first time of  SR 1,800. 3. The candidate would receive the health care. 4. Providing an accommodation and facilities. 5. Subsidized meals can be provided for the candidate.  6. A total sum of SR 4,000 for PhD, and SR 3.000 for masters' allowance for printing the thesis. 7. An allowance of SR 2,700 for shipping books (when graduated). 8. Providing the candidate with a two-way ticket annually.  Tasks and Duties of Scholarship Student Graduate scholarship students are expected to fulfill their research obligations to the best of their knowledge, training, and ability; to carry out their responsibilities and perform their duties in accordance with all relevant KAU rules and regulations. They should devote a sufficient amount of time and energy towards achieving their degree. Apply for Admission International students should submit the online application, for more detailed information, please read the instructions, admission requirements, required documents and transcripts, deadlines and more for your program choices before beginning your application.admission period from 1/11/2015 to 28/02/2016. Required Documents 1.      Curriculum vitae for the applicant. 2.      Statement of purpose must be in English for all programs except in Islamic Studies and Arabic Language. 3.      A copy of graduation certificate (certified from Saudi Embassy). 4.      A copy of transcript (certified from Saudi Embassy). 5.      Recommendation letters should be submitted from two of his former professors. 6.      A copy of a valid passport at least one year. Contact and inquiry Dr. Fahad Al-Abbasi – Vice dean of Graduate Studies for International Students, Tel. 00966126952000 – ext. 73278  Fax :00966126951281 E-mail: dgs.scholarships@kau.edu.sa          http://dgsscholarship.kau.edu.sa Like Us @ XploreSwat  for different scholarships

Mawista Scholarship for Students Studying Abroad with a Child

General Information:

Variety enriches the education infrastructure this is also the motto for the new scholarship of MAWISTA. That’s why we would like to offer the scholarship to a person studying abroad with a child. One semester, or even the complete study abroad, is going to be more and more popular and gives many students the opportunity to let their dreams of living abroad come true and also to get some advantages for their future career.

But the study, a foreign country and a child is a real challenge, it doesn’t matter if you are in a partnership or if you are a single parent. Studying with a child means to have more additional stress. It is a big challenge and requires a lot of organizational skills. Every student has to organize his/her studies. The student has to find a suitable flat, to pass the exams and to find a position for the practical semester. Further he has to handle the foreign language. For students with a child there is still one question left – who is going to take care of my child? This is certainly the most important question which has to be answered before going to study abroad. That means, you have to inform yourself where you can find a childcare in the place you are going to stay and how much it will cost. For MAWISTA it is very important to promote especiallyyoung people with a child who decided to study abroad. The focus is on your history/career, your personality and your personal background but not on the grade point average or the duration of the study. Tell us why you should be the one who should be promoted and how you are going to manage your daily life.

We are looking for students who won’t give up and who would like to finish their study even with double stress (study and child) because this is very important to us. If you think, that you are the one, send your application now!

International students with a child who are going to manage their studies here in Germany also have the possibility to apply for the scholarship.

The scholarship:

The winner of the scholarship will receive a monthly scholarship of 500 Euro during a 12-month period. That way, you will have more time to take care of your child. 

How to apply:

You can easily apply by sending us the attached application form and a short curriculum vitae to the following e-mail address: info@mawista.com

Selection process:

• Interested parties have the possibility to apply online until 15.01. (Annual)
• Our jury will select five finalists until 30.01.
• A winner of the five selected finalists will be chosen through public vote starting from 01.02. until 15.02.

MAWISTA will offer scholarships every year! 

Past scholarships:

• Mawista Scholarship for Students Studying Abroad with a Child 2014/2015 – Winner
• Mawista Scholarship for Extraordinary Personalities 2013/2014 – Winner
• Mawista Scholarship Contest and Sweepstake 2013 –  Winners

How to Apply / Download Scholarships Form / Documents Required

Attach all the documents required

Click on the link to download the scholarship form Application Form

Contact us

Albstraße 26

73240 Wendlingen

Deutschland

Tel: +49 7024 469510

Fax: +49 7024 4695120

Email: info@mawista.com

Last Date to Apply / Deadline

15^th January (Annual)

Official Website

Visit official website for more information’s and details Official Site

MS/PHD Scholarships - King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), 2016

Applying to KAUST

Now accepting all program applications for Fall 2016 through to January 1st, 2016

Thank you for your interest in King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST). We suggest you carefully review the list of requirements below and prepare your application in advance of the deadline.

Application Requirements

KAUST requires a minimum TOEFL score of 79 on the IBT (Internet Based Test) or 6.0 on the IELTS (International English Language Testing System). The KAUST admissions code is 4107. Only official TOEFL or IELTS scores will be accepted. TOEFL or IELTS scores for tests administered by an educational institution for admission to that particular institution are not acceptable.

A TOEFL or IELTS score is not required if the applicant received a degree from an accredited institution in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, or New Zealand.

KAUST does not require the GRE exam for admission. However, we strongly encourage students to take the GRE general test. A high quantitative score on the GRE will enhance a student's application. Official test results should be sent directly from ETS. The KAUST admissions code is 4139. The average GRE quantitative score for admitted students is currently 774 out of 800.

Submit an official complete university Transcript/ Mark sheets/ Graduation Certificate/ Academic Record from every institution previously attended. A scan of the official transcript provided by the university in the native language must be uploaded into the online application along with the certified English translation. Your transcript must include the university grading scale for all documents submitted. If offered admission, an official final transcript must be sent to the Office of Admissions prior to arrival (during the onboarding process) in a sealed envelope to:

• Office of Admissions
• Graduate Affairs
• Building 9, Suite 4328
• 4700 King Abdullah University of Science and Technology
• Thuwal, Jeddah 23955-6900
• Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

You must have three letters of recommendation submitted on your behalf. Letters of recommendation are important and should be written by professors or advisors under whom you have pursued research or taken courses in your major field of study. Recommendation letters should be submitted through the application directly from the recommender. Recommenders should provide details about how he/she knows your work, as well as comparative statements (e.g., top 1% of class, best in past five years, etc.), and insight into your research ability.

Also please add your Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Financial Support

All admitted students receive the benefits of the KAUST Fellowship which supports students for the duration of their graduate studies. The benefits of the KAUST Fellowship include:

• Full tuition support
• Monthly living allowance (ranging between $20,000-30,000 annual, depending on qualifications and progression through degree programs)
• Housing*
• Medical and dental coverage*
• Relocation support

* Charges may apply to dependent housing and medical and dental coverage.

Contact the Office of Admissions

Mailing Address
Graduate Affairs
Engineering Building (Building 9), Suite 4328
4700 King Abdullah University of Science and Technology
Thuwal 23955-6900
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

admissions@kaust.edu.sa

Official Website of the University

http://www.kaust.edu.sa/application-form-kaust.html

HEC Indigenous Ph.D. Fellowship Program

OBJECTIVES • Faculty is the heart and soul of the university, and only with a well-qualified faculty will it be possible to have meaningful development in this sector. Qualified faculty is globally recognized as the key of success in learning institutions because they plays important role in promoting “CHANGE” and lead and to prepare others to lead. • Investing in “human capital” is one of the most important values of any society and one of the most effective means to promote democratic understanding and social justice. In order to cultivate a set of leaders, it is necessary that the path to leadership be visibly open to talented and qualified individuals of every race and ethnicity.  • To enhance the education level and encourage our young talent so that they can contribute in nation building with their technical and professional knowledge. • To promote activities to enhance the quality of learning and teaching across the sector and assists institutions in identifying and fostering excellence. • To enhance the research and development activities in Universities /Degree Awarding Institutions (DAIs) in Pakistan by providing funds to the Universities for upgrading their research facilities particularly small laboratory equipment, chemicals, IT equipment etc. which will not only facilitates research of the HEC scholar but also serves as an asset for the department to establish up to date research laboratories to meet the international standards. • To addressed the funds constraints in all income level groups of Pakistan by providing the opportunities to enthusiastic researchers to enhanced / refined tuning of their expertise and capabilities with educational support. • To develop a research sector that is dynamic, and has the capacity to respond flexibly to a changing research environment and which will address the issues of entire sectors of Pakistan. • To develop professional and technical sound manpower to supplement the need of the Industrial growth that is considered to be a back bone of the economy. • To develop a manpower who can serve in industry, R&D, agriculture and defense related organizations. • To facilitate enhancement of enrollment in Post-graduate programs.  BASIC ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA  a) Pakistani/AJK National b) For MS/MPhil, the candidates must have minimum of 16 years of education with no 3rd division or Grade D in degree/certificate in the entire academic career. c) Candidates applying for direct PhD scholarships must have minimum CGPA 3.0( out of 4.0 in the semester system) or first division (in the annual system) in MS/MPhil/Equivalent degree is required along with the condition mentioned above in clause (b). d) Maximum age at the closing date of application i.e. December 15, 2015: i. 40 years for full-time regular faculty members of public sector university/DAIs and regular employee of the public sector/R&D organizations ii. 35 years for all others. e) The candidates who are already availing any other HEC/Government scholarship are NOT eligible to apply. HOW TO APPLY For Users who have got their Degree Attested from HEC, please use your existing User ID (Login ID) and Password to apply for the“Indigenous PhD Fellowship Program – Batch III”: APPLY ONLINE  For New Users; please get yourself registered first with Your CNIC (National Identification Number) and then Apply for Scholarship here: APPLY ONLINE      User Manual for Indigenous PhD Fellowship Program  TERMS & CONDITIONS    The following are the terms & conditions for award of Indigenous Ph.D. 5000 fellowship and the acceptance of the award is an acknowledgement of these obligations: ·         An awardee will not change the course of study specified by the awardee on the application form or in the letter of award without obtaining prior approval of the Higher Education Commission. ·         An awardee is not to hold any other scholarship/stipend during the fellowship period of his/her study. ·         Fresh awardee must take/get admission in the department/universities mentioned in the list of universities ·         Already enrolled scholars in Ph.D. program must be a full time Ph.D. student in a Department/Institute which has a minimum of 03 Ph.D. faculty members out of which at least 02 are HEC Approved Supervisors and must be conducting studies under the Supervision of an HEC Approved PhD Supervisor and the number of Ph.D. students enrolled with that supervisor is below the maximum as specified by the HEC. ·         The awardee must be supervised by an HEC approved supervisor. ·         Number of PhD scholars must not exceed more than 5 (five) under the supervision of one (1) HEC approved supervisor. ·         Change of university/institute at any stage of study is not encouraged but due to unavoidable circumstances will only be admissible giving logical justification for prior approval of the Higher Education Commission. ·         An awardee would obtain Study leave from his employer to join the institution of his study on full-time basis. This is mandatory. ·         An awardee has to execute a bond with the HEC/Government of Pakistan to serve in the country for 5 years after completion of study, preferably in an Institution of Higher Education. ·         An awardee shall sign an agreement with the Higher Education Commission (HEC) on non-judicial paper (stamp paper) to the effect that in case the awardee fails to complete his/her study, he/she will refund to the HEC the total amount spent on his/her studies by the HEC. The format of the agreement is available at Annex-I.  ·         In addition, a personal guarantee of a person of means on non-judicial (stamp) paper to the effect of ensuring the recovery in case of default would need to be furnished available at (Annex- II and Annex-III) ·         The Higher Education Commission would monitor the Academic progress/performance of the Awardee on quarterly basis and the financial utilization six monthly basis. Format of Deed of Agreement  Format of Certificate of Surety  Format of Certificate of Guarantee   POLICY GUIDELINES FOR DISBURSEMENT/UTILIZATION OF FUNDS RELEASED AGAINST HEC- INDIGENOUS SCHOLARS  FINANCIAL SUPPORT UNDER PHASE-I FOR SCHOLARS.  Sr. No. Description Rates a. Scholar’s stipend. Rs. 10,000 per month in MS/MPhil Rs. 13,000 per month in PhD b. Support to University for tuition fee, reference books, back volumes, chemical abstracts, stationery, software, internet etc. Rs.75,000/ per year c. Support to University for laboratory/workshop equipment, lab material, consumables and supplies etc. Rs. 75,000/- per year Only in PhD Sciences Subjects d. Book allowance (for scholar) Rs.5,000/- per year e. Thesis evaluation from abroad charges on completion. Rs. 18,000/- once during the award period. f. Thesis charges to scholar in last year. Rs.5,000/- once at time of completion of study.    HONORARIUM FOR SUPERVISORS.   On approval of PhD Synopsis from Board of Advanced Studies and Research. Rs.50, 000/- once are being paid. On Publication with co-authorship of HEC supervisee in ISI Journal @ Rs.30,000/- to be paid to Supervisor once in a year for three years. OR On publication with co-authorship of HEC supervisee in HEC approved Journal @ Rs.15, 000/- two times each year for three years. On completion of PhD Thesis writing and sending for evaluation abroad Rs.50, 000/- once are being paid. On successful evaluation from Foreign Reviewers Rs.20, 000/- once are being paid. On PhD Completion/degree notification Rs.50,000/- once are being paid. FINANCIAL SUPPORT UNDER PHASE-II 1 Scholar Payment i. Stipend to Scholars for 1st 02 years during MS period @ Rs.12,000/- pm with Rs. 1000/- increment per year ii. Stipend to Scholars for last 03 years during PhD period @ Rs.18,000/ p.m. with Rs. 1500/- increment per year iii. Book Allowance @ Rs.5000/ p.a. iv. Thesis charges @ Rs.10,000/- to scholar (once at completion) v. Laptop for Scholars @ Rs. 60,000/-  (once) 2 Support to University: i Tuition fee, reference books, back volumes, chemical abstracts, stationery, software, internet etc. @ Rs. 100,000/- p.a. ii. Support to University during PhD duration (03 years) for lab/workshop equip., consumables and supplies etc. @ Rs.  60,000/ p.a. iii. Thesis evaluation charges to university from abroad on completion. @ Rs. 20000/- (once) 3 Grant /Research incentives to Supervisor( BASR approval, PhD completion, thesis submission etc @ Rs. 150,000/- FOR FURTHER DETAIL http://www.hec.gov.pk/InsideHEC/Divisions/HRD/Scholarships/LocalScholarships/IPHDFP5000F/Pages/Objectives.aspx