Graduate Student Grant Competition, Stanford University

March 28, 2016 - April 15, 2016

Twice per academic year (Fall and Spring), The Europe Center invites applications from graduate and professional students at Stanford University whose research or work focuses on Europe. Funds are available for Ph.D. candidates across a wide range of disciplines in the humanities and social sciences to prepare for dissertation research and to conduct research on approved dissertation projects. The Europe Center also supports early graduate students who wish to determine the feasibility of a dissertation topic or acquire training relevant for that topic. Additionally, funds are available for professional students whose interests focus on some aspect of European politics, economics, history, or culture; the latter may be used to support an internship or a research project.  Travel on this grant must be completed by October 1, 2016.  Grants range from $500 to $5000.

A brief written report of the experience must be submitted at the completion of the project. Recipients may be asked to offer a seminar or presentation of their project results when they return to the Stanford campus. Any publication or public presentations resulting from their projects should acknowledge the support of “The Europe Center at Stanford University.”

Application Information:

•     Spring Competition Application Period Opens:  Monday, March 28, 2016.
•     Spring Competition Application Deadline:  Friday, April 15, 2016.
•     Applicants must submit a completed online application form including cover letter, written description of project description, budget, resume, unofficial transcript of Stanford courses, and attestation of proficiency in the language(s) of the project site.
•     There are no citizenship restrictions on these grants.
•     Winners will be notified by Monday, May 2, 2016.
•     If you have questions about The Europe Center’s support of student research, please contact Professor Ken Scheve at scheve@stanford.edu.

Restrictions to Use of Grant:

The Europe Center reserves the right to audit the use of its funds. Recipients are advised to keep a log of all expenses associated with their projects, and to save all receipts in case an audit is requested for any reason. If recipients travel under the award, submission of the used airline ticket upon completion of the project may be required.

Stanford University policy requires that certain types of research projects involving human subjects be reviewed and approved by an Institutional Review Board (IRB) prior to the start of the study to ensure that the project meets University policy and any other applicable regulations. To see if your project needs to be reviewed, for advice on working with human subjects, and for more information about the IRB process and requirements please visit http://humansubjects.stanford.edu/.

Fellowship Coordinator

Karen Haley

616 Serra Street
Encina Hall
Stanford, CA 94305-6165
(650) 724-9656 (voice)
(650) 723-0089 (fax)
khaley@stanford.edu

The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme 2016/2017 for Pakistan

HEC invites applications from Pakistani/AJ&K nationals for the Stipendium Hungarian Scholarship Programme 2016-17, launched by the Hungarian Government under bilateral Higher Education and Scientific Exchange Programme. All awards will be made on the basis of the academic merit, quality of the research proposal, potential of the candidate, and the likely impact of the work on the development of Pakistan. The Programme is managed by the Higher Education Commission, Islamabad and the Tempus Public Foundation, Hungary.

SCHOLARSHIP TYPES

Stipendium Hungaricum scholarships are available for Pakistani students fulfilling the basic eligibility criteria and other requirements of Hungarian universities under following programs:

1.   Bachelor Degree (04 Years Degree programme after 12 years education)
2.   Master Degree (02 Years Degree programme after 16 years education)
3.   PhD Degree (03 years doctoral degree (PhD) after 18 years education)

SCOPE AND PRIORITIZED AREAS OF STUDY

  1. Undergraduate studies Bachelor (full BA or BSc programmes): In the fields of agriculture, technical

      and natural sciences

  2. Graduate programs Master (full MA or MSc programmes): In technology, engineering, economics and

      natural sciences

  3. Full PhD studies: in English language in any field of interest. Prior to commencing higher education

      studies in Hungarian, students shall take part in a one - year preparatory course at Balassi Institute or

      the host institution. The students applying for programmes in the English language shall have an

      appropriate knowledge of English at a certain level that is defined by the host Hungarian Institution.

   FINANCIAL COVERAGE/BENEFITS UNDER THE PROGRAMME:

Tuition-free education: exemption from the payment of tuition fee
    Monthly stipend:

 a. Non-degree, bachelor, master and one-tier master level: monthly HUF 40460/- (cca EUR 130) contribution to the living expenses, for 12 months a year, until the completion of studies

 b.  Doctoral level: according to the current Hungarian legislation, it is monthly HUF 100000/-(cca EUR 325) at present - for 12 months a year, until the completion of studies but the legislation is to be changed, consequently the amount is expected to be raised.

 Accommodation:

dormitory place or a contribution of HUF 30000/- to accommodation costs for the whole duration of the scholarship period

Medical insurance

health care services according to the relevant Hungarian legislation (Act No. 80 of 1997, national health insurance card) and supplementary medical insurance

Return Airfare

As per actual (Economy Class) at the time of final selection/ departure to Hungary and return ticket to Pakistan just after successful completion of degree

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS AND HOST INSTITUTIONS

The list of available study programmes and host institutions is accessible on Hungarian website click here.

Each applicant is entitled to apply for up to three different study programmes, in order of preference. After submitting the application, the order of preference cannot be changed by the applicant.



Applicants are eligible to apply for those scholarship types and study fields that are determined in the educational cooperation programmes in effect between Hungary and the HEC.

PROGRAMS OFFERED AND SUPPORTED FIELD OF STUDY

Please visit the following websites for information about the programs offered and supported field of study:
 

    http://tka.hu/international-programmes/3554/partner-countries-and-supported-study-fields

    ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

·         Applicant must be citizens of Pakistan/AJ&K.

·         Must be between the age of 18-22 for undergraduate programmes, for which they are applying for admission and the age should not exceed from 35 for candidates who are applying for postgraduate Master (18 years) & PhD programs on 01st March 2016.

·         The applicant must have completed HSSC / Intermediate or equivalent for application in 04 year Bachelor Program.

·         The applicant must have completed 16 years Bachelors / or equivalent Degree for application in postgraduate Master's (18 Years) and

·         The applicant must have completed 18 years Degree / or equivalent for application in PhD Program.

·         The applicant must fill all the fields of the Hungary Application Form and HEC application form in MS Word (Times New Roman 12 ) and no column or field should be left unfilled.

·         Certificates / Transcript/Degrees to be attached must be attested by the attesting authorities such as IBCC and HEC. Equivalence of O & A level is mandatory to be issued by IBCC.

·         Candidates have to make sure that all technical / engineering/ professional programmes they are seeking admission in, must be accredited by the respective councils / governing bodies such as PEC, PMDC etc.

·         The applicant must provide Police Clearance Certificate with his application.

·         IELTS/TOEFL scores as required, where applicable.

·         All applicants must submit medical certificate of satisfactory health condition (issued not earlier than 1 month, a written certificate from a physician to prove that the applicant does not have the following illnesses: AIDS, Hepatitis A, B, C or any other epidemic conditions)

·         Applicants must fulfill all other requirements set by host Hungarian university.

NON-ELIGIBILITY (INELIGIBILITY)

Applications will not be considered in the following cases:  

a.     Hungarian citizens (including those with dual citizenships)

b.     former Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship holders, who are re-applying for studies in the same

        cycle of education (e.g. bachelor, master, doctoral)

DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED / HOW TO APPLY

i.   Download HEC application form available at HEC website (Click Here), type the same HEC form in MS Word (Times New Roman 12) and get its printed copy already filled in and attach the payment receipt of Rs. 500/- with HEC Application form only. All payments are to be made to HEC through HBL online facility. This facility is available in all branches of Habib Bank Ltd. A separate bank Account No. 17427900133401 at HBL, H-9, Branch, Islamabad is being maintained for online transfer of fee to HEC.

ii. Tempus Public Foundation

a.  All applications shall be submitted through the online application system of Tempus Public Foundation. After registration, the applicants are able to access the application surface and upload the required documents. Please note that no applications will be accepted without the online submission and after the deadline. After applying online get its printed copies (02 sets) and attach all requisite documents with each set separately. Prepare two application sets one each in Spiral binding separately containing print out of online Hungarian application form along with all requisite documents attached with each set. To apply online please visit: http://www.tka.hu/international-programmes/2966/stipendium-hungaricum/



b.  For requisite documents to be attached in Spiral binding with online Hungarian application form, please (Click Here).



c.  HEC may conduct interviews of initially shortlisted candidates through the subject experts at HEC



d.  Incomplete applications or applications received after due date will NOT be accepted. The recommendation of nominating agency i.e. HEC will be final and binding.



e.  All applicants should note that all nominations from Pakistan will be routed via HEC. Please send two sets of Hungarian application form along-with required documents in Spiral binding and one copy of HEC application form separately on or before, 1st March, 2016 on the address given below:



The online application system opens in January 2016. The deadline for submitting the complete application package: 1st March 2016.

FOR FURTHER QUERIES

Please visit the below mentioned website for more information.

http://www.tka.hu/international-programmes/3491/frequently-asked-questions

Contact Details

Deputy Director HRD

In-charge Hungarian Scholarship Programme/FFSP

HRD Division, Higher Education Commission

Sector H-9, Islamabad.

E-mail: srshah@hec.gov.pk

Darmasiswa Scholarship Programme 2016, Indonesia

DARMASISWA is a scholarship program offered to all foreign students from countries which have diplomatic relationship with Indonesia to study Indonesian language (Bahasa Indonesia), arts, music and craft in 54 universities in Indonesia. This program was established in 1974 as part of ASEAN initiative, admitting only students from ASEAN. However, in 1976 this program was extended further to other countries. Until to date, the number of countries participating in this program is more than 111 countries and organized by the Ministry of Education and Culture (MoEC), Republic of Indonesia.

The main purpose of DARMASISWA program is to promote and increase the interest in the language and culture of Indonesia among youth of other countries. It has also been designed to provide stronger cultural links and understanding among participating countries.

• 28 December 2015 Open Registratrion Darmasiswa Scholarship Program 2016/2017
• 22 February 2016 Close Registratrion Darmasiswa Scholarship Program 2016/2017
• 30 May 2016 Announcement Selection Results & Confirmation Participants Darmasiswa Scholarship Program 2016/2017
• 17 June 2016 Deadline Confirmation Darmasiswa Scholarship Program 2016/2017
• End of August 2016 Orientation Darmasiswa Scholarship Program 2016/2017
• September 2016 – August 2017 Commencement

Ir. Suharti, M.A., Ph.D.
Head, Bureau of Planning and International Cooperation
Ministry of Education and Culture (MoEC)

Further Information / Application