:: Info Beasiswa Indonesia (Scholarship)3/28/2008

[France] MBA Scholarship at ESSEC Business School Paris-Singapore

ESSEC launches the 2008 Excellence Scholarship Program Don`t miss this unique opportunity.

ESSEC, one of the best Business Schools in Europe, will provide scholarships for at least 10 outstanding International ESSEC MBA candidates. On average, Excellence Scholarships will amount to €12 000 and will result in a fee-waiver for that amount.

To be considered for the Excellence Scholarship Program, applicants need to:

* Be non-European Uni Nationals (double nationalities with one European cannot be considered)
* Meet the regular standards for admission onto the ESSEC MBA Program
* Submit a personal essay of one page describing their outstanding qualities and achievements
* Have a GMAT score over 680, or a Tage Mage score over 380


In order to apply for the ESSEC Business School Scholarship Program, you should send your completed application for the ESSEC MBA Program with your personal essay.

Candidates who have already sent their application can send their essay by email to Elizabeth DEMARS.
The deadline for applications is April 30th, 2008.

For more information click here: http://examenfrancais.com/?p=31

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[Korea] Scholarship for Master Students in Computer Science at Korea University

Korea University embraces the challenges of the 21st Century by building new bridges across old boundaries.

These bridges include new educational programs that stress multiple majors and interdisciplinary studies; strategic partnerships with private and public R&D centers that pool resources and promote innovative research; and new international relationships that bring Korea University students together with students, faculty and programs of other leading universities around the world.

Aggressive investments in new research facilities, information systems and infrastructure give these bridges the strength and flexibility to extend far into the next century. Today, Korea University is ranking top 150 in world, top 14 in Asia and 2nd best in South Korea. Our , Department of Computer Science and Engineering, which was founded in 1984, is now training high-quality human resources in computer research and industry field, furthermore leading domestic info-generation technologically, and studying world class of research in computer science.

We are now recruiting Master students (with IITA Korean Government scholarship) who will be active in research projects of both theoretical and practical character. The main focus will be on wireless sensor networks, Ubiquitous Computing Networks and s.

The main application areas are object tracking in wireless sensor networks, RFID middleware, and security issues in WSN, depending on the interest of the student. Students who have experience in programming and especially have hand on experience in simulation will be preferred.

Interested s-tudents , contact me with their CV as soon as possible. so we can send them applications form and futher documents. Scholarship:

1. 100% tuition fee discount for one year (Korea University scholarship)
2. 75% tuition fee discount for one year (Korea University scholarship)
3. IITA Korean Government scholarship ( 800,000 won , around 800 US $ per month) for two years

Ali Kashif Bashir. PhD.
Student / RA Internet Computing Lab
Asan-Science Building.
Room #221 Dept. Of Computer Science,
Korea University, 5ga,
Anam-Dong, Sungbuk-Gu, Seoul,
Korea 136-701

E-mail: ali@ilab.korea.ac.kr
Office: 0082-02-3290- 3568
Fax: +82-02-927-3797
Cell: +82-10-3841- 0138

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Beasiswa: MSc Scholarships in Management and Information Systems

Two scholarships are being made available to developing country applicants wishing to study on either of the following University of Manchester one-year Masters degrees:

* MSc in ICTs for Development
* MSc in Management and Information Systems: Change & Development

One full (£21,000) scholarship is available on a competitive basis for applicants to any development- related Masters degrees. One partial fee-waiver (£5,500) scholarship is available exclusively for applicants to these two information systems and development- related Masters degrees.
Applicants must have applied, received and accepted a formal offer by 30 June 2008 to be considered.

Further details of these programmes can be found at: http://www.sed.manchester.ac.uk/idpm/postgraduate/taught/courses/

Do please pass on details to any relevant final-year undergraduates.
Richard Heeks
E-mail : richard.heeks@manchester.ac.uk
Development Informatics Group, IDPM, SED,
University of Manchester, UK

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:: Info Beasiswa Indonesia (Scholarship)3/23/2008

Beasiswa S2: International Business Master’s programs in Switzerland

The University of St.Gallen (HSG), Switzerland’s leading business schools, is doing A concerted effort to become a central meeting place for students of a variety of cultures from countries outside the European Union. HSG was founded as a business college in 1898 and continued with the aim of providing its more than 5000 students with a leader, internationally focused in practice-oriented education.

* HSG is constantly ranked amongst the top business schools in Europe
* Accreditations by EQUIS and AACSB
* Strong international orientation (34% of students from 79 nations worldwide)
* Scholarships available

Receive your business Master’s title in Switzerland and boost your career prospects. Inform yourself now about our international Master’s programs which are taught in English:

* Strategy and International Management (SIM)
* Quantitative Economics and Finance (MiQE/F)
* International Affairs and Governance (MIA)
* Banking and Finance (MBF)

Time window for enrollment for Master’s programs in the Fall Semester 2008: 1 February to 30 April 2008.

For more information contact:
University of St.Gallen
Dufourstrasse 50
CH-9000 St.Gallen
Phone+41 (0)71 224 2111
Fax +41 (0)71 224 2816
E-Mail:info@unisg.ch
http://www.unisg.ch

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Scholarships in Physics, Astronomy, and Maths - UK

Faculty of Science and Technology University of Central Lancashire UK are able to offer a number of scholarships to help you through your studies and made duty-free. All scholarships are obviously subject to a student continues to study on a course qualify for University of Central Lancashire (UCLan).
Institute of Physics Bursary
The Institute of Physics (IoP - the world organization of professional physicists) has awarded a grant from the ministry, which must be given to a student on one of our courses accredited IoP. They are:
* MPhys / BSc Physics
* MPhys / BSc Applied Physics
* MPhys / BSc Astrophysics
* MPhys / BSc Physics with Astrophysics
* All physics courses via combined Awards

The IoP scholarship has a value for the student to € 1000 for each year of their study - in other words, the award of the student will receive this year for all three (BSc) or four (MPhys) years. If a student is eligible for a Ones to Watch scholarships, bursaries will be additional to these funds. The Department is to be awarded annually to a student of a school in the region around UCLan, who would otherwise find it difficult to attend the university. Contact the Department for details.

From University

In addition to the excellence awards and IoP departmental scholarships, students can apply for support UCLan with students from other departments. The schemes managed by the University include:

* Ones to Watch Awards
* Excellence Awards in sport
* Harris Bursary

Ones to Watch

UCLan’s Ones to Watch scholarships are very simple. Any UK or EU students pay the £ 3000 top-up fee full-time degree courses UCLan is eligible for a Ones to Watch scholarships, provided that the high income in the family has a gross salary less than £ 60000. Note this is the income of high-income, and not the total income for the family. Holders of excellence awards or awards for excellence in sport are not eligible to hold a Ones to Watch scholarships in the same year. However, they may require one in the second and subsequent years of their study.

Any student meeting this criterion will receive £ 1000 for each year of study at UCLan. More details on the Ones to Watch page Scholarships available shortly.

Awards for excellence in sport

UCLan offers up to 20 scholarships for students who demonstrate excellence in one of:

* Women’s Football.
* Cycling.
* Golf.
* Additional sports - any person who got the county / representative honours should contact sports @ uclan group for more details.

These are managed centrally. See excellence in sports pages for all the details available shortly. The winners of these scholarships will receive £ 2000 in their first year of study, are eligible to apply for the Ones to Watch Awards in their second and subsequent years of the study.

Harris Bursary

The Harris Fellowship is named after the patron of the Institute Harris, a first runner UCLan. The fund is financed by donations from students, alumni and staff of the University. These awards are managed centrally, and you should see the top of the award of Harris for details (available soon).

For more Information, Contact

School of Computing, Engineering & Physical Sciences,
University of Central Lancashire,
Preston,
PR1 2HE
United Kingdom
Tel 01772 893540
Fax 01772 892996
Email: info4pasm@uclan.ac.uk

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Beasiswa S2: MBA Scholarships Sampoerna Foundation 2009 Intake

Sampoerna Foundation provides qualified individuals the opportunity to pursue a Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) degree at leading Business schools in the USA, France, Singapore and UK.

Are You a Future Leader?
Apply for Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarships 2009 Intake.

To apply this scholarship, applicants also must apply for admission to any universities in USA, Australia, France, and UK that recommended by Sampoerna.

Information Session:
Wednesday, March 5th, 2008 at 7P.M – 9 P.M
Sampoerna Strategic Tower , North Tower, 25th Floor, Room 01
Jl. Jenderal Sudirman Kav. 45 Jakarta 12930

For Information:
E-Mail: utami.permatasari@sampoernafoundation.org OR ella.cecilia@sampoernafoundation.org
Tel: (021) 577-2340
Website: www.sampoernafoundation.org
Application Deadline: May 30th, 2008

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:: Info Beasiswa Indonesia (Scholarship)3/16/2008

Beasiswa S1 di Inggris: The University of Exeter - Undergraduate Science Scholarships

The University of Exeter - Undergraduate Science Scholarships. 2,000 pounds - £ 3,000 per year
(Exeter and Cornwall campus)
Jubilee and Science Millhayes Scholarships are available for high-achieving students who make their first choice Exeter University. By offering these scholarships for high value they intend to attract the best students to study science, mathematics and engineering at the University of Exeter.

Available for 2008 entry

Jubilee Science Scholarships 2000 € per year are available from October 2008 to students at three and four years in the programs:
* Biosciences
* Computer Science
* Engineering
* Geography (only programs Degree) and Earth Resources
* Mathematics
* Physics

These prizes will be awarded to students with better results at the entrance to the University through the fields that may be Exeter who make their first choice. The scholarships are renewable annually based on their academic performance in Exeter.

Students candidates for the degree courses through UCAS in 2007/08 for deferred entry in 2009 should also submit applications. Successful applicants will be notified at the same time that the market in 2008 confers a prize at the beginning of his studies at the University in October 2009.

Millhayes Science Scholarships pounds a year 1000 are also available for outstanding students Jubilee, making a total Millhayes scholarship and Jubilee 3000 pounds per year. They are available to students who have outstanding or have obtained three A grades at a level CME (excluding General Studies), or equivalent, and make your first choice Exeter.

Up to 25 awards will be available for 2008 entry.

Eligible degree subjects

Biosciences:
Animal Behaviour
Biology and Animal Behaviour
Biological Sciences
Biological Science with Study Abroad
Biological and Medicinal Chemistry
Biological and Medicinal Chemistry with Industrial Experience
Biological and Medicinal Chemistry with Study Abroad
Conservation Biology and Ecology
Conservation Biology and Ecology with Study Abroad
Conservation Biology and Geography
Evolutionary Biology
Evolutionary Biology with Study Abroad
Human Biosciences
Molecular Biology
Molecular Biology with Study Abroad
Zoology
Zoology with Study Abroad

Computer Science:
Computer Science
Information Technology Management for Business
Internet Computing

Engineering:
Civil Engineering (BEng 3 year)
Civil Engineering (MEng 4 year)
Electronic Engineering (BEng 3 year)
Electronic Engineering (MEng 4 year)
Engineering (BEng 3 year)
Engineering (MEng 4 year)
Engineering and Management (BEng 3 year)
Engineering and Management (MEng 4 year)
Materials Engineering (BEng 3 year)
Materials Engineering (MEng 4 year)
Mechanical Engineering (BEng 3 year)
Mechanical Engineering (MEng 4 year)
Mining Engineering

Mathematics:
BSc Mathematics (3 year)
MMath Mathematics (4 year)
Mathematics with Accounting
Mathematics with Computer Science
Mathematics with Economics
Mathematics with Finance
Mathematics with Management
Mathematics and Physics

Geography and Earth Resources:
Applied Geology
Engineering Technology and Geotechnics
BSc Geography (Cornwall and Exeter campuses)
Geography with Earth Systems Science
Geography with Environmental Management
Geography, Environment and Society
Renewable Energy

Physics:
BSc Physics
MPhys Physics
BSc Physics with Astrophysics
MPhys Physics with Astrophysics
MPhys Physics with Australian Study
MPhys Physics with European Study
BSc Physics with Medical Applications
MPhys Physics with Medical Physics
MPhysics with North American Study
MPhysics with Professional Experience
BSc Physics with Quantum and Laser Technology
MPhys Quantum Science and Lasers
MPhys Physics w Study in New Zealand

How to Apply

The application process begins once you have applied and an offer conditional or unconditional place on a program of study at the University of Exeter. If it is deemed eligible, we will write to you with more details and ask you to submit an application and a reference in support of the scholarships.

The deadline for receipt of applications is normally on February 29, 2008.
The initial selection and notification process will be carried out before you have to confirm your final choice of options for UCAS and the final decision will be made in August, once we have received all the results of the examination pending ( if applicable).

For more information, please contact the administrator Fellowships, Admissions Office, Tel: 01392 262469 E-mail: admissions-scholarships@exeter.ac.uk

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:: Info Beasiswa Indonesia (Scholarship)3/12/2008

Beasiswa Jepang: Japan Airlines (JAL) SCHOLARSHIP 2008

2008 JAL Scholarship Program 2008
JAL Scholarship Program is recruiting University students We are inviting those university students from Asia and Oceania who want to make a contribution to society, care about the environmental issues and have an interest in Japan, to come to Japan.


Introduction to the 2008 Program
- Theme : "The world in 20 years - problems and solutions"
- Duration : June 29 - July 15, 2008 (17 days)
- Program Contents :

1. Lectures for Globally Minded Citizens
2. Students will gain knowledge in such areas as Japanese culture, the environment and social issues. Student Sessions
3. Students will participate in group discussions based on the program`s theme. Asia Forum
4. The forum will be made up of lectures and a public symposium, as well as Japanese cultural experiences. It will take place in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. Field Trip
5. An overnight trip to a location outside of Tokyo. Homestays

The students will deepen their understanding of Japan by experiencing Japanese customs and lifestyles first-hand.


How to apply
All interested students with appropriate qualifications are invited to submit an application essay in English. The essay should be 800 words or less in length, and discuss an engaging issue that is based upon the program`s theme.

Application essays should be submitted to your nearest JAL branch office (or Japan Asia Airways in Taiwan). The JAL Foundation reserves the right to use the submitted essays for various purposes. The branch office committees will interview applicants who successfully complete the first round of judging. For more details regarding the program and application procedures, please contact your nearest JAL branch office shown below.

Japan Airlines branch offices
Australia Level14 201 Sussex Street Sydney,
NSW 2000
Email: jalscholarships@jal.com

Indonesia
Wisma Kyoei Prince Building 2nd Floor
Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 3-4
Jakarta Pusat 10220
Tel: 021-572-3235
Fax: 021-572-3236

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Beasiswa S2 - MBA Scholarships Sampoerna Foundation 2009 Intake

MBA Scholarships Sampoerna Foundation 2009 Intake

Sampoerna Foundation provides qualified individuals the opportunity to pursue a Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) degree at leading Business schools in the USA, France, Singapore and UK.

Are You a Future Leader?
Apply for Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarships 2009 Intake.

To apply this scholarship, applicants also must apply for admission to any universities in USA, Australia, France, and UK that recommended by Sampoerna.

Information Session:
Wednesday, March 5th, 2008 at 7P.M – 9 P.M
Sampoerna Strategic Tower , North Tower, 25th Floor, Room 01
Jl. Jenderal Sudirman Kav. 45 Jakarta 12930

For Information:
E-Mail: utami.permatasari@sampoernafoundation.org OR ella.cecilia@sampoernafoundation.org
Tel: (021) 577-2340
Website: www.sampoernafoundation.org
Application Deadline: May 30th, 2008

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:: Info Beasiswa Indonesia (Scholarship)3/06/2008

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Discovery Scholarship

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is being built in Saudi Arabia as an international, graduate-level research university dedicated to inspiring a new age of scientific achievement in the Kingdom that will also benefit the region and the world.

The KAUST Discovery Scholarship is the general scholarship program of the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST).

The KAUST Discovery Scholarship program is designed to ensure that any highly talented student who is qualified and eligible to enroll in KAUST will receive full financial support while at the University. Those who receive a Discovery Scholarship will receive full tuition support, a living stipend, and summer and career enrichment programs.

To qualify for a KAUST Discovery Scholarship, you:
• Must be able to provide an official first-university or bachelor’s university record or transcript documenting coursework taken and highest academic achievement;
• Must be currently enrolled in a first university or bachelor’s degree program in a field of study that is related to the overall KAUST mission (engineering, science, mathematics, environmental science, computer science, etc.);
• Must have the equivalent of a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 and a minimum major-field-of-study GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale
• Must have, at a minimum, one of the following as an English language proficiency test score:
1. 550 TOEFL Paper-Based Test (TOEFL ITP also accepted)
2. 213 TOEFL Computer-Based Test
3. 79-80 TOEFL Internet-Based Test
4. 6.0 IELTS
• Must have completed 80 credit hours, or equivalent, of coursework by the end of the 2008 academic year.
• Must demonstrate academic and research interest and/or leadership potential that can be documented in your Statement of Purpose on the application;
• Must be able and willing to matriculate at KAUST in Saudi Arabia in September 2009 or September 2010; and
• Must be able to travel outside your home country to attend KAUST-sponsored enrichment activities.

KAUST has developed a fair, consistent and transparent selection process for the KAUST Discovery Scholarship. Applicants will be evaluated by the following criteria:
• Academic achievement
• First university or bachelor’s field of study
• Commitment to KAUST goals
• Statement of Purpose
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Involvement in related extracurricular activities
• Commitment to matriculate at KAUST upon graduation
• Interview with KAUST representatives or faculty (for finalists only)

Selection Process
• Applications are first reviewed for minimum eligibility.
• The applications of the highest merit are then reviewed by the KAUST global selection panel.
• The global selection panel will then recommend finalists for in-person interviews with KAUST representatives or faculty prior to final selection as Discovery Scholarship recipients.

There are four components to the KAUST Discovery Scholarship application:
• Online student section with essays
• Letters of recommendation
• Official university record of achievement (transcripts)
• Official TOEFL or IELTS English language proficiency score

All four components must be completed by the deadlines below in order for your application to be reviewed. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered and extensions will not be granted.

The Discovery Application closes May 11, 11:59 pm UTC/GMT -6 hours

You must mail supplemental documents not included in your online application (postmarked) by May 11 or earlier to the KAUST Scholarships application processing center in Houston, USA.

You must scan and e-mail copies of official TOEFL/ IELTS results to scholarships@kaust.edu.sa by July 16. KAUST will not accept practice or predictor tests.

Institute of International Education
KAUST Scholarships
520 Post Oak Boulevard, Suite 740
Houston, Texas 77027
U.S.A.

Contact Information for Student Applicants:
e-mail: scholarships@kaust.edu.sa
Tel: +1 (713) 621-6300, ext 23
Fax: +1 (713) 621-0876

Contact Information for Current Recipients:
Tel: +1 (713) 621-6300, ext 23
Fax: +1 (713) 621-0876

Contact Information for University Faculty/Administrators/Recommenders:
Tel: +1 (713) 621-6300, ext 23
Fax: +1 (713) 621-0876

Website: http://www.kaust.edu.sa

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:: Info Beasiswa Indonesia (Scholarship)3/02/2008

Beasiswa: ASEAN Foundation Scholarships for Postgraduate Studies

The ASEAN Foundation (AF) and the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) have reached an agreement to develop quality human resources in the member countries of ASEAN through the offering of the AF-AIT scholarships.

The ASEAN Foundation, an initiative of the leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations South-East Asian Nations (ASEAN) was established on December 15, 1997 to contribute to the prosperity and a sustainable future for the peoples of all ASEAN countries that now comprise Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and VietNam. He was
charged with promoting a greater awareness of the ASEAN and greater interaction between people and their increased participation in the activities of ASEAN as well as to undertake development cooperation activities that promote the ‘Mutual, address equitable economic development and reduce poverty.

The scholarship programme is part of the ASEAN Foundation Scholarships for postgraduate studies and funded by the Japan-ASEAN Solidarity Fund. The Asian Institute of Technology, on the other hand, is an institute post-1959, is a pioneer of the `Asia institution created to help meet the Irkutsk Region, growing needs for advanced training in engineering, science, technology and management, research and capacity building. AIT `s mission is to develop highly skilled and committed professionals who will play a leading role in the sustainable development of the region and its integration into the global economy.

AIT is based in Thailand and has affiliated centres in other parts of the world. Ten (10) graduate scholarships are available for ASEAN nationals who wish to pursue a master’s degree in AIT. The scholarship covers tuition and other academic expenses, and living allowances for a program of 2 years.

Four (4) grants will be awarded slots under the project “Capacity Building for Women, Poverty and the analysis of mobility development of road transport in the Greater Mekong.”
The six (6) scholarships will be awarded for the different fields of study identified by the ASEAN Foundation as described below.

Eligibility

To be eligible, candidates must:

1. Be a true national ASEAN
2. Keep businesses (normally from a four-year program) or its equivalent in an appropriate field
3. Have above average undergraduate classes (minimum 2.75 CGPA)
4. Fulfil other requirements specified by the school, you apply to
5. AIT is an international institute whose English is the only language of instruction

Admission to the AIT requires proof of proficiency in the English language that can be met in one of the following areas: Presentation of an official test from any customer of the English standardized tests: TOEFL, IELTS , CU-TEP (Thailand), ARC (Lao PDR).

Accept return and / or to serve for at least 2 years in any ASEAN countries after completion of their studies.

Area Studies

The scholarships can be taken in the field of study: School of Environment, Resources and Development (SERD) www.serd.ait.ac.th

* Agricultural Systems and Engineering
* Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management
* Energy
* Environmental Engineering and Management
* Food Engineering and Technology Bioprocess
* Gender and Development Studies
* Natural resource management
* Technology Pulp and Paper
* Regional and rural development planning
* Management of the urban environment

Interdisciplinary Programs

* Cleaner Production
* Integrated coastal zone management tropical
* Integrated Watershed Development and Management
* Tools modelling environment and resource management
* Disaster preparedness, mitigation and management
* Agribusiness Management

School of Engineering and Technology (SET) www.set.ait.ac.th

* Construction, engineering and infrastructure management (CEMI)
* Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering (GTE)
* Structural Engineering (STE)
* Transportation Engineering (TAR)
* Water Engineering and Management (WEM)

Interdisciplinary Programs

* Information technology and communications technology (ICT)

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

All interested applicants must meet the following two rounds of applications and submit them to the Admissions Office of the AIT.

* AIT application form (http://www.ait.ac.th/apply)
* ASEAN Foundation scholarships for higher education application form (downloadable)

For the provision of January 2008, the application shall be made on or before December 21, 2007.
Deadline for admission for the month of August is March 31, 2008.
For the month of January 2009 for admission, requests must be made no later than October 31, 2008.

For more information, please contact:
Postal address:
Admissions and Awards Unit
Asian Institute of Technology
P.O. Box 4 12120,
THAILAND

Address:
Admissions and Awards Unit
Asian Institute of Technology 50 Moo 9, km. 42,
Paholyothin Road Pathumthani 12120,
THAILAND

Telephone: (662) 5245031-5033
Fax: (662) 524-6326
E-mail: admissions@ait.ac.th
http://www.ait.ac.th/interimpage/ait_visitor/freepage/AF_Scholarships.asp

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Beasiswa Australia - 2008 - 2009 Australian Leadership Awards Scholarships

The Australian Leadership Awards (ALA) Scholarships are a component of the Australian Leadership Awards, a regional program under the Australian Scholarships initiative. Australian Leadership Awards aim to develop leadership, build partnerships and linkages within the Asia-Pacific.

They are intended for those who are already leaders or have the potential to assume leadership roles that can influence social and economic policy reform and development outcomes, both in their own countries and in the Asia-Pacific region. The ALA program comprises of Scholarships and Fellowships.

ALA Scholarships are academically elite awards offered to high achievers from the Asia-Pacific region each year to undertake postgraduate study (Masters or Doctorate) and a Leadership Development Program in Australia.
Selection for ALA Scholarships is highly competitive, based on leadership qualities and on academic excellence.

ALA Scholarships are an investment in the future of the Asia-Pacific region. In this regard, ALA scholars are required to return to their home country or the region for two years after they have completed their studies.

In future years, ALA scholars will belong to a unique group - the Australian Scholarships Alumni Network (ASAN) - that will maintain strong and enduring links to Australia. Managed by AusAID as part of Australia`s overseas aid program, ALA Scholarships are open only to citizens of countries in the Asia-Pacific region with which Australia has a significant aid program.
Objectives of ALA Scholarships

ALA Scholarships aim to:

* develop a cadre of leaders advancing regional reform, development and governance
* increase exchange of knowledge and information within the region
* build common purpose and understanding between Australia and the region
* build capacity to address priority regional issues
* build effective networks between Australia and the region
* demonstrate the benefits of Australian education through the provision of high quality education.

Fields of study

Awards are open to all fields of study, however, study programs that relate to the priority themes of international trade, pandemics, security and climate change (including clean energy) are encouraged. Scholarships are not available for military training, or training in areas related to nuclear technology and flying aircraft.
Levels of study

An ALA Scholarship enables candidates to undertake studies leading to a Masters or Doctorate degree in Australia. It does not include Graduate Diplomas, with the exception of those Masters courses that require the completion of a Graduate Diploma as part of the Masters degree.
Who should apply

Outstanding applicants with:

* a very high level of academic achievement at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level
* a high level of English language proficiency
* demonstrated leadership potential and good prospects to influence social and economic policy reform and development outcomes in their home country and in the Asia-Pacific region
* a commitment to participate ASAN on their return home.

Links to specific eligibility requirements are found below.

Applicants seeking to migrate to Australia should NOT apply.
Scholarship benefits

An ALA Scholarship has a total value of up to A$110,000 for Masters degrees and A$220,000 for Doctoral programs, not including provisions for the leadership development program.. Benefits include:

* return air travel
* visa support
* establishment allowance
* full tuition fees
* contribution to living expenses
* Introductory Academic program (IAP)
* Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of the award (for award holder only).

Participating Higher Education Institutions

ALA Scholarships students commencing in 2008 may attend any of the participating Australian higher education institutions.
Further information

If the material found on this website does not provide the necessary help, please direct enquiries by email to: ala[a-t]ausaid.gov.au

See also ALA Scholarships fact sheet [PDF 97KB]

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Fulbright Master’s Degree Program 2008 - AMINEF:

Preference will be given to applicants who will serve as faculty members of the state and private institutions of higher learning in Indonesia. Candidates who possess:

* A Sarjana (S1) degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (4.00 scale)
* Leadership Qualities
* A good understanding of Indonesian culture and an international
* The proof of their commitment to restraint field of study
* A desire to return to Indonesia at the completion of the Fulbright Program
* A minimum TOEFL score of 550

How to Apply

Applicants must complete the appropriate application form. Forms are available by mail or in person at the Office AMINEF, Gedung Balai Pustaka, 6th Floor, Jl. Sahara Gunung Raya 4, Jakarta 10720.

AMINEF Please go back to your complete application by the deadline which includes:

1. Application form duly filled. This includes well-written and concise objective study.
2. A copy of your most recent, less than two years, TOEFL score report.
3. A letter of reference, either from your current employer or previous speaker.
4. A copy of the transcript of records (English translation).
5. A copy of the identity document (passport or KTP).

Contact Information

Specific questions regarding the application process may be sent by e-mail to the following address: infofulbright_ind@aminef.or.id. We do not accept e-mail applications. Hard copies should be sent or delivered to the American Indonesian Exchange Foundation.

Application Deadline

The deadline for submission of application for all programs is May 31, 2008.

Note: The requirements of the program are subject to change without notice.

The form can be downloaded here: To download the application form, click here
For more detail information and ask a question please contact infofulbright_ind@aminef.or.id or visit aminef.or.id

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