Oxford University Clarendon Fund Scholarships for Graduate Studies
Overview
The Clarendon Fund offers 100 full scholarships every year to academically excellent international graduate students at the University of Oxford.
Clarendon Scholarships cover tuition and college fees in full and a generous grant for living expenses, which this section gives details about.
Eligibility criteria
Clarendon Scholarships are highly competitive, with less than 10% of applicants selected for the scholarship. This section has information about the eligibility criteria of the Clarendon Scholarships, which are open to international graduate students in all subject areas who will be starting a new course.
Application process
This section tells you what you need to do to apply for a Clarendon Scholarship, which is done at the same time as you apply to the University of Oxford for graduate study. The deadline is in January of the year you wish to begin your studies.
Awards linked to the Clarendon Fund
Around half of all colleges as well as an increasing number of external organsations offer awards linked to the Clarendon Fund each year. In these cases scholars are offered a partnership Clarendon Scholarship, which this section has full details about, including the process whereby your application may be moved to a college that is not your first or second choice in order to take up a college linked Clarendon Scholarship.
Selection criteria
See the What is a Clarendon Scholarship page of this website for more information.
Nationality
Applicants liable to pay the overseas fee rate at the University of Oxford are eligible. If you are unsure whether you count as an `overseas` or international student for fees purposes, the Fee Status page should help.
Clarendon scholars come from all continents in the world: from the USA to Australia, Venezuela to Vietnam and from Norway to Nigeria!
Level of study
All degree-bearing courses at graduate level are eligible.
This encompasses all full-time and part-time Master`s courses (MSt, MSc, BCL/MJur, MBA, MFE, MPhil, BPhil, MSc by Research, MTh) and all DPhil programmes. A list of the all the graduate courses offered by the University of Oxford can be found on the Courses A-Z page.
Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma courses are not eligible for this scholarship.
Subject
All subjects can be funded by a Clarendon Scholarship. There is no quota by subject or preference for any particular course type.
Type of student
Candidates applying to start a new graduate course at Oxford are eligible. This includes students who are currently studying for a Master`s degree at Oxford but who will be re-applying for a DPhil (you would be eligible for funding for the DPhil). Students who will continue to study for the same degree at Oxford in the next year are not eligible for this scholarship.
Application process
See the Application process page of this website for more information about how to apply, how many scholarships are available and the closing date for applications.
For entry in 2011-12 the deadline will be in January 2011 and further information will be published here in September 2010.
http://www.clarendon.ox.ac.uk/about/
07 August 2010
Oxford University Clarendon Fund Scholarships for Graduate Studies
06 August 2010
05 August 2010
Postdoctoral Fellowship for Foreign Researchers in Japan
This program was established to assist promising and highly qualified young foreign researchers wishing to conduct research in Japan. It is aimed at providing opportunities for such researchers to, under the guidance of their hosts, conduct cooperative research with leading research groups in universities and other Japanese institutions, thereby permitting them to advance their own research while stimulating Japanese academic circles, particularly young Japanese researchers, through close collaboration in scientific activities. Such collaboration is also intended to advance scientific research in the counterpart countries. (Fellowships are awarded for a period of 12 to 24 months.)
Two application channels are provided.
For more information:
(1) Application through Open Recruitment in Japan (Application by a Japanese host researcher)
- Application Guidelines (FY2010), (FY2011)
- Application Form (FY2010), (FY2011)
- Points to Keep in Mind When Preparing an Application Form (FY2010), (FY2011)
- Selection Process
(2) Application through an Overseas Nominating Authority
For Successful Candidates
Reference
List of Fellows Selected through Open Recruitment in Japan
Map of Fellows Countries
03 August 2010
Postdoctoral Scholarship in artificial light and ecosystems at Wageningen University (NCP-WU)
Postdoctoral Scholarship in artificial light and ecosystems at Wageningen University (NCP-WU)
Overview
A post-doc, who will be responsible for the day to day running of the project to assess the impact of artificial light on flora and fauna a large-scale project has been funded by STW, Philips and the NAM.
The project will be carried out jointly by the Nature Conservation and Plant Ecology Group at Wageningen University (NCP-WU) and the Animal Ecology Department of the Netherlands Institute of Ecology (NIOO-KNAW), in close collaboration with the Netherlands Society for Research on Flora and Fauna (VOFF), Philips Lighting and the NAM.
Especially the collection and analysis of the data from a large scale experiment on 40 different sites are the tasks for the post-doc. After a base line year, these sites will be randomly assigned to different light treatments. Flora and fauna around these sites will be monitored by the VOFF. The two PhD students will carry out in-depth projects on the impact of artificial light, closely linked to the large scale project.
Enthusiastic candidates with a PhD in Ecology or equivalent, experience with large scale data sets, statistical analysis methods and affinity for field work, as evidenced by publications, good social skills and a thorough knowledge of the Dutch flora and fauna.
Research Fields
Physics
Benefits
A temporary position of 0.8 fte for 36 months with possible prolongation of another 12 months, max salary is € 3.755,-- (based on a full-time position).
Additional information about these positions are available upon request from Prof. Marcel E. Visser (m.visser@nioo.knaw.nl or 026-4791253) and from Prof. F. Berendse (F.berendse@wur.nl 0317-484973) or Dr. Elmar M. Veenendaal (Elmar.veenendaal@wur.nl 0317-483815 ).
More information about the NIOO can be found at www.nioo.knaw.nl , about the WUR at www.wur.nl and the VOFF at www.voff.nl.
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21 June 2010
[Switzerland] Full or Associate Professor of Physical Geography
The Faculty of Science at the University of Zurich invites applications for the position of Full or Associate Professor of Physical Geography We seek outstanding applicants with a clearly demonstrable record of excellence in research and teaching in glaciology and/or geomorphology. Applications are particularly encouraged from the fields of glacial and periglacial geomorphology, landscape change and evolution, climate change impacts, and natural hazard research. A focus on processes in high mountain regions would be an asset.
The successful candidate will lead one of the units of the Department of Geography and is expected to develop a strong, independent research program and manage and deliver graduate and undergraduate teaching (in English or German) within the above area of specialization.We seek evidence of the ability to attract and direct substantial research projects and to collaborate with colleagues both within and beyond the discipline. Experience in collaboration with and knowledge transfer to political authorities is considered advantageous.
The Department of Geography of the University of Zurich is the largest of its kind in Switzerland, with an excellent reputation for research and teaching. Its Glaciology, Geomorphodynamics and Geochronology (3G) unit is internationally well-established and contributes to both undergraduate teaching and MSc and PhD specializations in Physical Geography. The Department also hosts the World Glacier Monitoring Service (WGMS) under the auspices of several international organizations. Zurich offers a stimulating scientific and cultural environment, including a rich spectrum of research activities in the environmental and geoscience arenas. The University of Zurich provides generous research support, including earmarked funds for personnel and operating expenses, and competitive start-up packages. The position will start on or around February 1st, 2012.
Applications should be submitted by July 15th, 2010 and should include curriculum vitae, publication list, outline of current and future research plans, teaching vision and names and addresses of three potential referees. The full application package should be addressed to Prof. Michael Hengartner, Dean of the Faculty of Science, University of Zurich, and should be submitted as a single PDF file to jobs@mnf.uzh.ch. For further information, please contact Prof. Robert Weibel at robert.weibel@geo.uzh.ch.
The University of Zurich is an equal opportunities employer. Applications from women are particularly encouraged.
Read more: http://scholarshipdb.com/full-associate-professor-physical-geography.html#ixzz0rTgNEBtl
17 June 2010
[Denmark] PhD Scholarship in Political Science at Department of Political Science, University of Southern Denmark
At the Department of Political Science and Public Management, one PhD scholarship within the programme “Political institutions, political communication and the participation and attitudes of citizens” is available for appointment for a period of three years as of 1 August 2010 or as soon as possible hereafter. The PhD scholarship must be completed over a three-year period and the workplace will be in Odense. The allocation of a PhD scholarship presupposes enrolment in the PhD programme in Political Science at the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Southern Denmark.
The application should include a detailed description of the PhD project. In addition to a general problem formulation, it should discuss relevant theory, research design and methods, and include a work schedule. The project description must not exceed 8 pages.
The project must relate to the theme of the programme. In particular, we welcome projects dealing with the supply of public communication and the political, institutional, and organizational determinants of political strategies, including political actors’ communication strategies. Applicants are encouraged to adopt a comparative perspective, although this is not a requirement.
As a part of the scholarship, an individual programme must be followed, covering PhD courses, seminars, and active participation in conferences and workshops. The PhD student is expected to obtain teaching experiences and competences in other forms of communication and presentation. As a part of the PhD study programme, the PhD student is expected to make an extended visit to a research institution abroad. It is likewise expected that the student participates in the Department’s various activities and spends regular hours at the Department.
Applications are invited from candidates with a Master’s Degree. Only candidates with top academic qualifications will be considered for enrolment.
For further information about the PhD programme please contact PhD coordinator, Associate Professor Niels Ejersbo, tel. +45 6550 3193, e-mail: niels@sam.sdu.dk or Professor Asbjørn Sonne Nørgaard, tel. +45 6550 4305, e-mail: ano@sam.sdu.dk. Information about the PhD programme at the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Southern Denmark are available at: www.sdu.dk/sam/phduk.
10 April 2010
[Australia] Undergraduate Scholarship for International Students at University of Queensland
University of Queensland International offers a limited number of scholarship opportunities for outstanding international students intending to study in an undergraduate program at The University of Queensland.
Any undergraduate program offered at the University except quota programmes: Oral Health, Dental Science, Physiotherapy, Occupational Health and Safety Science, Medicine/Surgery, Arts and Medicine/Surgery dual, Health Sciences and Medicine/Surgery dual, Science and Medicine/Surgery dual, Nursing and Midwifery dual, Nursing, Midwifery, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Pharmacy and Veterinary Science. Please note this list may not be exhaustive.
