PhD Studentship Doctorate Program in Human or Physical Geography,UK

The School of Geography at the University of Nottingham invites applications from qualified students full scholarships funded graduate school in all areas of human geography or physics.
The scholarship covers the cost of tuition at home / EU rate and grant includes a maintenance agreement (at the level recommended by the Research Councils) for three years. To be eligible for the scholarship, students must apply for Research Council grants, as applicable.

The studentship will commence in September 2011.
Information on the School’s research themes in Cultural and Historical Geography, Environment and Society, Geosciences and New Economic Geographies is available at: www.nottingham.ac.uk/geography.
Further details and application forms are available at: https://pgapps.nottingham.ac.uk or from Andrea Payne, Postgraduate Administrator, School of Geography, The University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham, NG7 2RD. Tel: 0115 951 5575. Email: andrea.payne@nottingham.ac.uk. Potential students should give an indication of their area of research interest, and will be required to submit a research proposal with their application. Applications should be clearly marked ‘Geography Studentships’

Deadline: 04-05-2011

2012-2013 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowships Doctorate Program for International Students, USA

Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme for International Mid Career Professionals , USA

Study Subject: Agricultural and Rural Development, Communications/Journalism, Economic Development, Educational Administration, Planning and Policy, Finance and Banking, Higher Education Administration, HIV/AIDS Policy and Prevention, Human Resource Management, Law and Human Rights, Natural Resources, Environmental Policy, and Climate Change, Public Health Policy and Management, Public Policy Analysis and Public Administration. Substance Abuse Education, Treatment and Preventio, Teaching of English as a Foreign Language, Technology Policy and Management, Trafficking in Persons Policy and Prevention, Urban and Regional Planning
Employer: Department for International Development’s
Level: Mid Career Professionals
Scholarship Description: The Humphrey Fellowship Program is for experienced professionals interested in strengthening their leadership skills through a mutual exchange of knowledge and understanding about issues of common concern in the U.S. and Fellows’ home countries. As a non-degree program, the Fellowship offers valuable opportunities for professional development through selected university courses, attending conferences, networking, and practical work experiences. During the year, Fellows pursue both their individual program goals and work closely with their Humphrey colleagues in workshops and seminars. Unlike a typical graduate school experience, the Program encourages Fellows to travel away from their host campus to learn more about American culture and to network with their American peers. If you are interested in broadening your perspectives and becoming a global leader, the Humphrey Fellowship is for you.
Eligibility:undergraduate (first university or Bachelor’s) degree

a minimum of five years of full-time, professional experience

limited or no prior experience in the United States

demonstrated leadership qualities

a record of public service in the community

English language ability

Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadlines for applicants vary by country.

Further Scholarship Information and Application

Scholarships Doctorate Program at Newcastle University 2011 – UK

2011-2012 Nigeria Scholarships at Newcastle University – UK

Scholarship Description:
The International Office is delighted to announce 2 Newcastle University Nigeria Scholarship (NU Nigeria Scholarship) awards. These are available for high achieving Nigerian students applying for entry onto postgraduate taught degree or research programmes within the Faculties of Humanities Arts and Social Sciences (HASS), Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE), and Medical Sciences (FMS) commencing their studies in September 2011. Each scholarship will have a value of £3,000, payable towards the first year of tuition fees.

Eligibility:
You could be eligible to apply for a NU Nigeria Scholarship if: You have been offered a place on any postgraduate degree programme in the faculties of HASS, SAgE or FMS.You are a Nigerian national and have been assessed as international/overseas for fees purposes. You have an First Class Bachelors degree from a recognised Nigerian University and satisfy all other requirements.You intend to register to start your studies during the 2011-12 academic yearYou are a self-funded student and not in receipt of other University or external awards

How to Apply:
The scheme is applied for via separate application form including a personal statement of no more than 500 words.Completed application forms should be sent to: africa.io@ncl.ac.uk

Scholarship Application Deadline: 30th June 2011

Contacts:
International Office
Newcastle University
King’s Gate
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 7RU,United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 191 222 6856
Email: africa.io@ncl.ac.uk

Source: http://www.ncl.ac.uk/