Overview
VLIR-UOS Environmental Sanitation Scholarships for students from developing countries to study in Belgium. Master of Environmental Sanitation is an accredited two-year study programme in English leading to the degree of 'Master of Environmental Sanitation'.
The general objective of the study programme is the education of environmental specialists with ample knowledge of (1) the concepts and issues associated with environmental pollution, (2) the detection and quantification of environmental contamination, (3) the possible impact of environmental pollutants on the ecosystems and biota, together with the current techniques for risk assessment, and (4) the available technologies for the prevention and remediation of environmental pollution and the way they are designed and applied in practice.
Course structure
The study programme is structured around the following topics:
- basic study of non-polluted environments;
- sources and causes of environmental pollution;
- methodologies for the detection and analysis of environmental pollution;
- environmental toxicology and risk assessment, both in the eco-toxicological and human toxicological field;
- prevention and sanitation of environmental pollution;
- clean technology;
- treatment of waste.
Target group
The main target group are students from developing countries who are professionally concerned with the environment, e.g. staff members of governmental institutions, universities and NGOs. People interested in environmental problems in an international context, who have acquired adequate prior education, are welcome as well.
Academic admission
Each application file is evaluated by an admission board and has to be approved by the Faculty Council and by the Rector's office, irrespective of the diploma obtained.
Applicants must have at least a Bachelor's degree in exact or applied sciences of minimum 3 years with good overall scores (at least a second class or equivalent, preferably higher) from a university or recognized equivalent. Adequate knowledge of mathematics, physics and chemistry at university level is an absolute requirement. Previous knowledge of biology, microbiology and/or soil science is an advantage but not a prerequisite.
Applicants must have at least a Bachelor's degree in exact or applied sciences of minimum 3 years with good overall scores (at least a second class or equivalent, preferably higher) from a university or recognized equivalent. Adequate knowledge of mathematics, physics and chemistry at university level is an absolute requirement. Previous knowledge of biology, microbiology and/or soil science is an advantage but not a prerequisite.
Language requirements
The applicant must be proficient in English. With the exception of those who have a diploma (Secondary Education, Academic Bachelor Degree, Master Degree) issued by an institution officially recognized by the Flemish Government, applicants must be able to prove their proficiency in English. There are 5 possibilities to supply this proof:
- Knowledge level B1 of the Common European Framework
- TOEFL certificate with a minimum total score of 550 on the paper based test, or a minimum total score of 79 on an internet based test (The UGent TOEFL code is 2643 - the test validity is max. 2 years)
- IELTS with a minimum overall band score of 6 (The test validity is max. 2 years)
- Proof of at least 1 year of comprehensive English-based instruction at a university or recognized equivalent.
- Proof of a successful “Intermediate Academic English” test at the Ghent University Language Center.
Remark: TOEFL/IELTS predictive tests are not acceptable.
Scholarship
- Allowance 800€
- Family supplement 62€
- Accomodation premium 200€
- 1 return ticket, economy class
How to apply for academic admission ?
Online application for the Environmental Sanitation programme for next session (2012-2014) is accessible through the following links :
For those students who want to apply for a VLIR-UOS scholarship (see country list)
- Step 1 : you have to apply first through the following VLIR-UOS website : enter here. Once you have applied through the VLIR-UOS website and if your application is valid, you will receive a VLIR-UOS file number. With this VLIR-UOS file number you can apply for our programme.
- Step 2 : activate your personal CES application account : enter regis.asp?frm=369
- Step 3 : fill in the application form : enter applicationform.asp?frmid=7415
The deadline for VLIR-UOS students is February 1, 2012
Period: September 2011 - September 2013
Language: English
Number of VLIR-UOS Scholarships: 10
Promoter: Prof. M. Van den Heede (UGent)
Contact:
Mrs S. Bauwens
Centre for Environmental Sanitation
Ghent University
T +32 (0)9 264 37 69
F +32 (0)9 264 37 72
info.cms@ugent.be
http://www.cms.ugent.be
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