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Thursday, March 31, 2011

Malta Government Scholarship for Foreign Nationals

Overview

Malta is witnessing a significant overall expansion in the higher education sector. In a knowledge-based economy, it is to have a strong base of Masters and Doctorate programmes researching innovative and creative hypothesis that ultimately bring intellectual and economic growth to society.

High quality postgraduate education is of central importance to a number of objectives among others:

•The increase of research and development activity in Malta;
•The development of new academics and fields of study and research;
•An ever more highly skilled workforce;
•The precious impact and social benefit of groundbreaking discoveries.

Postgraduate education forms an increasingly important part of any country’s economic and social agenda. It is a key element in lifelong learning. For this purpose, the Malta Government Scholarships Post-Graduate Scheme aims at providing more opportunities to promote further specialisation at higher levels of education particularly at a Masters and Doctoral level.


Eligibility

In order to apply for the MGSS, an Applicant should:

(a) Be a Maltese citizen who has been residing in Malta for the past five (5) years. Provided that for the purposes of calculating this 5 year requirement, consideration shall not be given to such period of time during which such Maltese citizen has been residing outside Malta for study, health or work purposes or any other purpose which the Board may consider, or

(b) Be a Maltese Citizen who is a worker or self-employed person in Malta, or

(c) Be a national of an EU/EEA state or a family member of such EU/EEA national (as defined in LN 191 of 2007 and in LN 205 of 2004 respectively for EU and EEA nationals), provided that such person has obtained permanent residence in Malta in accordance with LN 191 of 2007 and in LN 205 of 2004 respectively for EU and EEA nationals, or

(d) Be a national of an EU/EEA state who is in Malta exercising his/her Treaty rights as a worker, self-employed person or person retaining such status in accordance with LN 191 of 2007; or

(e) Be a third country national who has been granted long-term residence status under LN 278 of 2006.

Be applying for either Masters degree studies equivalent to MQF Level 7 or Doctoral degree studies equivalent to MQF Level 8.

Not be in possession of a degree at the same level of that they are applying for (Applicants with doctoral degrees from the Faculty of Laws and Faculty of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Malta, are eligible to apply under this scheme, and shall apply for a Masters or a Doctoral level Scholarship).

Hold by application deadline the following qualifications from a recognised higher education institution:

Applicants for Masters degree scholarships:

•an Honours degree of at least a second class standard, or
•a post graduate qualification (excluding Masters) with a first general degree of at least an upper second class standard.

Provided that Applicants with a General Degree of Grade 1 classification, for which no Honours Degree was available in Malta, can also apply.

Applicants for Doctorate degree scholarships:

•an Honours degree of at least a second class standard, or

•post graduate qualification (excluding Masters) with a first general degree of at least a second class standard, orr

• a Masters degree.

Provided that Applicants with a General Degree of Grade 1 classification, for which no Honours Degree was available in Malta, can also apply.

Types of Scholarships


The Malta Government Scholarships Post-Graduate Scheme shall support:
(a)Full-time Masters (of up to 24 calendar months) or Doctoral postgraduate courses (of up to 48 calendar months). Joint degrees or split-site programmes may be considered as long as documentation is provided indicating the lead degree awarding institution.
(b)Masters and Doctoral programmes offered on a part-time or distance learning basis shall be considered, provided that the duration of the course for Masters does not exceed sixty (60) calendar months and for Doctoral programme does not exceed eighty four (84) calendar months.

Priority Areas of Study


All Applicants are expected to present their research proposals and all applications will be duly evaluated.

In consultation with the Malta Council for Science and Technology (MCST) it has been established that the following areas should be considered as High Priority Areas of Study. For the purpose of Article 13 (Value of Awards), the following are considered to be High Priority Areas of Studies:
• Aerospace- Aeronautics, aircraft maintenance and composite structures.
• Education:- Quality of curricula.

- Quality assurance.

- Specialisation in inclusive educational services and special needs.

- Educational Psychologists.

- Counsellors.

• Environment:- Energy efficiency and alternative energy (solar energy, solar cooling, wind energy, bio-energy/bio fuel, energy from waste and energy efficient buildings).

- Water (conservation of rainwater, consumption efficiency and efficient desalination).

- Waste (Waste Rehabilitation Technologies).

- Soil

- Marine Sciences, Marine Management, Maritime affairs and fisheries.

- Climate change.

- Physical sciences, in particular seismology and atmospheric monitoring.

• Digital Games Production
• Food:- Food safety and Quality.
• Health
Biotechnology:
- eHealth, telemedicine and bio-informatics as relating to local health, including diabetes, asthma, obesity, heart disease, cancer.

- Development of human genetics and genealogy databases to support clinical trials including, pharmacogenetics ones.

- Biotechnology particularly bio-generic production and contract research as a follow-on for generic pharma industry.

- GMO analysis

• High Value Added
Manufacturing
- Digital manufacturing.

- High tech materials.

- Nanotechnology.

- Production Design.

• ICT:- Software development related to bridging technologies in security, hardware, telecommunications, health, marine and specialised applications.

- Software technologies related to hardware and other telecommunications equipment related to satellites, switches, GIS.

- ICT and security

- Microelectronics.

- Hardware Software

- Telecoms and Satellite Software.

- Specialised applications such as GIS.

• Social science &
Humanities:
- Science education and popularization

- Science-society studies

- S & T curricula.

- Research and innovation policy.

- Innovation Economics and econometrics.

- Research and Innovation Statistics.

- Knowledge transfer

- Intellectual property management.

- Technology entrepreneurship.

• Social Work

The MGSS Board may further receive recommendations from the Ministry of Education, Employment and the Family with regards to the above list of High Priority Areas of Study, according to national needs and criteria. Any recommendations will be incorporated in the selection criteria to be used by the MGSS Board.

Tenure and Placement


Awards are tenable at any local or international university or higher education institution for a specific programme of study or research. Only those institutions recognised by the Maltese authorities shall be taken into consideration by the MGSS Board.

It shall be the responsibility of Applicants, applying for qualifications awarded by foreign Universities/tertiary education institutions, to produce an evaluation report on comparability of qualifications issued by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC) within the Ministry of Education, Employment and the Family. A copy of the said report issued by the MQRIC, should be attached to the application, with the original presented at the interview.

Applicants whose course is at a foreign University or Higher Education Institution listed on the website of MQRIC as Approved Institutions (http://www.mqc.gov.mt/mqric), are not required to produce the evaluation report on comparability of qualifications as long as the qualification was obtained after following a reular course of study.

The MQRIC may be contacted as follows:

Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC)
16/18 Tower Promenade,
St. Lucia, SLC 1019
Tel. No.: (+356) 2754 0051
Fax No.: (+356) 2180 8758
E-mail: mqc@gov.mt



Value of Awards

1. Value of award for full-time Masters Programme in Malta or outside Malta:


• For Masters Courses provided by a recognised University, the Scholarship grant will be Euro 6,000 per annum, provided that for courses listed in Clause 6.2 as High Priority Areas of Study, additional funds may be allocated by MGSS Board if proof is provided by the Applicant that the course fee/s exceeds Euro 6,000 per annum. The additional funds that may be allocated cannot exceed Euro 7,000 per annum, that is, the total Scholarship cannot exceed the sum of Euro 13,000 per annum. The additional funds will be limited to cover pro-rata that part of course fee/s that exceeds Euro 6,000 per annum.

• Applicants will be generally expected to follow one academic year courses, however programmes of a longer duration up to a maximum period of twenty four (24) calendar months will be considered by the MGSS Board.


2. Value of award for full-time Doctoral Programme in Malta or outside Malta:


• For Doctoral programmes provided by a recognised University, the Scholarship grant will be Euro 8,500 per annum, provided that for courses listed in Clause 6.2 as High Priority Areas of Study, additional funds may be allocated by MGSS Board if proof is provided by the Applicant that the course fee/s exceeds Euro 8,500 per annum. The additional funds that may be allocated cannot exceed Euro 13,500 per annum, that is, the total Scholarship cannot exceed the sum of Euro 22,000 per annum. The additional funds will be limited to cover pro-rata that part of course fee/s that exceeds Euro 8,500 per annum.

• The above mentioned additional funds may be allocated during the first three (3) years of Doctoral programme if Applicant holds a Masters Degree at the beginning of this programme OR may be allocated during the second, third and fourth year of studies of Doctoral programme if Applicant does not hold a Masters Degree at the beginning of this programme. No additional funds may be allocated during other years.

• The MGSS Board may allocate additional funds to successful Scholarship Awardees if part of the research is undertaken at a Research Institute approved by the Malta Council for Science and Technology (MCST). The research has to be approved by the University as part of the programme of studies undertaken by the Scholarship Awardee and accredited by the same University. The research must be related to one of the High Priority Areas of Study as listed in Clause 6.2. The additional funds that may be allocated cannot exceed Euro 13,500 per annum, that is, the total Scholarship cannot exceed the sum of Euro 22,000 per annum. The amount of additional funds allocated to the Scholarship Awardee will be determined by the MGSS Board and the MCST.

• Applicants will be generally expected to follow programmes lasting three years; however programmes of a longer duration up to a maximum period of four (4) years will be considered by the MGSS Board.

• The MGSS Board may consider under exceptional circumstances to extend by a further 12 months the period of completion of the studies in the case of studies leading to a Doctoral degree. If this extension is granted by the MGSS Board, the scheme does not allocate funds during this extension.

3. Value of award for part-time or distance learning Masters programmes in Malta or outside Malta:


• For Masters courses provided by a recognised University through distance learning or on a part-time basis, the Scholarship grant will be Euro 6,000 for the entire duration of the course. The grant shall be split in equal instalments over the whole duration of the course.

4. Value of award for part-time or distance learning Doctoral programmes in Malta or outside Malta:


• For Doctoral courses provided by a recognised University through distance learning or on a part-time basis, the Scholarship grant will be Euro 12,000 for the entire duration of the course, provided that for courses listed in Clause 6.2 as High Priority Areas of Study, additional funds may be allocated by MGSS Board if proof is provided by the Applicant that the course fee/s exceeds Euro 12,000 for the entire programme. The additional funds that may be allocated cannot exceed Euro 13,000 for the entire programme, that is, the total Scholarship cannot exceed the sum of Euro 25,000 for the entire programme. The additional funds will be limited to cover pro-rata that part of course fee/s that exceeds Euro 12,000 for the entire programme. The grant shall be split in equal instalments over the whole duration of the course.

Application Forms

Applicants are invited to apply using the appropriate Application Forms which are available from the Customer Care Office, Directorates for Education, Great Siege Road, Floriana, VLT2000, or online from the following here.

Further Information

For further queries, please contact:

The Secretary
Malta Government Scholarships Scheme Board
Ministry of Education, Employment and the Family
Directorate for Lifelong Learning
Great Siege Road,
Floriana VLT2000, Malta.

Tel. No.: (+356) 2598 2250 / 2598 2230
Fax No.: (+356) 2598 2120
E-mail: pgscholarships.meef@gov.mt
Website: www.education.gov.mt/mgss_pg.htm


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British Chevening Scholarship for Foreign Nationals

Overview

The Chevening Scholarship Programme is a prestigious awards scheme that funds international postgraduate students who want to study in the UK for one academic year. Funded by the UK’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office and administered by the British Council, the scheme operates in over 150 countries and annually provides funding for over 2,300 scholars.

This is a prestigious award that gives you the chance to experience a world-renowned educational system. In addition, it provides you with the opportunity to experience UK life and meet other Chevening scholars. Once you become a Chevening scholar, you will discover a lot of opportunities to develop your career and become a future leader in your field.

Eligible Candidates

You can apply for a Chevening scholarship if:
You are a postgraduate student who can prove your academic success and who has already begun a career in your chosen field.
You you have between two and five years working experience (depending on the country you are applying in), with an excellent track record illustrating your achievements and your potential to use the skills gained during your scholarship to make a difference in your country.
You have achieved an excellent mark for you undergraduate degree and can provide a transcript of your academic record. Specific academic requirements are available from the British Council offices in your country.
You are 21 years or older (there are upper age limits for specific countries so please ensure you check this during your applications process).
You are a resident in your country when you apply and provide your birth certificate (with translation).
You must have good English language skills (most UK Higher Education institutions require a minimum IELTS of 6.5 for admission into postgraduate courses).



What costs are covered by a Chevening Scholarship?

A full scholarship will cover the cost for a UK visa, a return air ticket to the UK, all tuition fees, and a monthly stipend and allowances.

When to apply ?

Applications are only open at certain times of the year and differ per country. The dates will be advertised here on this site and in the local newspapers.

Areas of study

Applicants will normally be selected from those who wish to take courses in:
Economics
Finance
Banking
Law
Human rights
Public administration
Management
Project planning
Media
Political science
International relations
Diplomatic training
Environmental studies


Although applicants for other courses (as varied as counter-terrorism, religion and energy/climate change) may be considered. You are expected to show a commitment to return to your country, where you will contribute to the country's socio-economic development using the new skills and knowledge acquired during your stay in the UK.

HOW TO APPLY?
You will need to submit the following documents to us when the application season is open:
Complete the application online
Birth certificate (with translation).
Supporting letters from two referees.
Photocopies of academic certificates.
Transcript/record of exams that you have passed.

The application and selection process for the Chevening scheme is underway in many countries. However, before making an application you should visit the local British Embassy or High Commission or British Council office website, where any details about how the scheme will run locally will be published; including if the Chevening programme is running in your country, any local guidance or criteria, as well as application opening and closing dates.


Source: http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/about-us/what-we-do/scholarships/

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