University of Birmingham Excellence Scholarships

At Birmingham we are keen to attract the brightest and best students. The College of Engineering and Physical Sciences will be offering around 10 Excellence Scholarships for new undergraduate students joining the University in September 2010. The admissions tutors in each school will nominate the highest achieving candidates who will then be shortlisted by a college selection panel. The Scholarships will be for £5,000 per annum and are available in the following subject areas:

• Chemistry
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Science
• Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering
• Mathematics
• Metallurgy and Materials
• Mechanical Engineering
• Physics and Astronomy

Scholarships will be renewed for each year of undergraduate study, provided that the recipient is performing to first class degree level.

Scholarship holders will also be able to enjoy other benefits such as the opportunity to attend a Universitas 21 conference. In return, students will be expected to act as ambassadors for the University, College and their subject area and to make regular reports on their academic and other progress to the alumni and donors who have made these Scholarships possible.

How to apply

You do not need to apply for this scholarship. You will be nominated by your School once all results have been published.

Other scholarship opportunities

We also offer a wide range of additional Department-based scholarships to high achieving students. For more information visit:

• www.undergraduate.bham.ac.uk/finance/scholarships.shtml
• www.as.bham.ac.uk/study/prospective/scholarships/

You are advised to read the Terms and Conditions (PDF 118KB, opens new window).

Undergraduate Scholarship in Engineering at UTS, Australia 2011

The Dr John Nutt International Undergraduate Scholarship offers students the opportunity to obtain an undergraduate qualification at UTS: Engineering. The next scholarship will be awarded in 2011 to a student who commenced their BE in Autumn (Feb) 2010 or Spring 2009.

This scholarship offers 50% of tuition fee for duration of course (conditions apply)

Eligibility

To be eligible for a John Nutt International Undergraduate Scholarship, an applicant must meet the following requirements:

1. Must be a student who has completed two semesters at UTS: Engineering in a Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering Diploma Engineering Practice with a minimum of 75 (distinction) average; or
2. Must be a student who has been granted Advanced Standing by having completed the UTS INSEARCH Diploma of Science and Engineering and two semesters at UTS: Engineering in a BE or BEDipEngPrac with a minimum of 75 (distinction) average; or
3. Must be a student who has been granted Advanced Standing by having completed a Diploma of Engineering overseas and two semesters at UTS: Engineering in a BE or BEDipEngPrac with a minimum of 75 (distinction) average;
4. Must not be an Australian citizen;
5. Must be full-time, on-campus enrolment in a Bachelor of Engineering or BEDipEngPrac degree;

For more information refer to http://www.feit.uts.edu.au/scholarships/forms/JohnNuttGuidelines.pdf

Closing date: 10 January 2011

How to apply: To apply online, click on to the link below.

Contact

Name: Beate Buckenmaier, International & Enterprise Development
Phone: +61 2 9514 2590
Email: Beate.Buckenmaier@uts.edu.au
Website: http://www.feit.uts.edu.au/scholarships/forms/JohnNuttApplicationForm.pdf

Postal Address:
UTS:Eng & IT – International & Enterprise Development
PO Box 123
Broadway NSW 2007
Australia

2011/12 Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students, Aston University, UK

School of Engineering and Applied Science International Scholarship Scheme

The School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS)
Many programmes within the School of Engineering & Applied Science (SEAS) offer a substantial entrance bursary to all International students. The bursary offers a £3000 annual award to those international students proven to excel in their subject area.
This bursary is based strictly on merit, given to applicants with a record of academic excellence and is renewable on progression providing the high-level performance is sustained throughout your time at Aston.

Please note that scholarships do not apply to the foundation year or placement year.

For further information, and a list of eligible programmes and conditions, please contact:
Ms Ady Yong
International Admissions Co-ordinator
School of Engineering & Applied Science
Email:a.w.k.yong@aston.ac.uk

School of Engineering and Applied Sciences/Interdisciplinary Studies International Sceme A number ofscholarships for students applying for an Interdisciplinary Studies degree with subjects from the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences are available. For further information, and a list of eligible programmes and conditions, please contact: Ms Ady Yong International Admissions Co-ordinator School of Engineering & Applied Science Email:a.w.k.yong@aston.ac.uk

Aston Business School Scholarship Award Scheme

The Aston Business School is pleased to announce several scholarships of £1,000 each in value for each academic year of undergraduate studies and £500 for the placement year.

Scholarships are available to international students entering one of the full-time BSc programmes in 2011/12 detailed below. Scholarships are awarded competitively to help with the cost of tuition fees.

A complete list of the qualifying programmes can be found at www.abs.aston.ac.uk/newweb/programmes/undergraduate/degrees.asp

(Please note that the International Foundation Year does not qualify)

How to apply

Applicants should write a letter of application and a letter of motivation (500 words) along with providing an academic reference supporting the application. The applicants or the applicants’ representative should submit the complete application to:

The Admissions Tutor – Academic Excellence Award
Aston Business School
Undergraduate Admissions Office
Aston University
Aston Triangle
Birmingham
B4 7ET
UNITED KINGDOM

Email: absugentry@aston.ac.uk

Fax: +44 (0) 121 204 3197

Conditions:

Please ensure that you state your full name, UCAS number and your contact details including correct email address as they appear on your UCAS form and the name of programme you have applied for. Without these details scholarship applications cannot be considered.

Scholarships are allocated on academic merit and scholarship applications will be considered in conjunction with your academic application via your completed UCAS form.

Please label your essay “Undergraduate Scholarship Application Letter of Motivation” at the top of the first page.

1. Scholarships to the value of £1000 are for each year of undergraduate study for a maximum of three years. The scholarship for the placement year is £500.00. The maximum total scholarship over four years is therefore £3,500.

2. The scholarship will be awarded as a reduction in academic study fees – no cash alternative is available.

3. Scholarships are only available for international students who are self-funded. UK and EU applicants and students sponsored by an organisation are not eligible.

4. To be eligible applicants must place Aston as their Firm choice institution through UCAS and Aston must have been notified of this decision by UCAS.

5. Applications must be received by post, fax or email before June 30th 2011. An email acknowledgement of receipt will be sent.

6. The Aston Business School Scholarship Panel will make their decision by 31st July 2011. Successful applicants/their representatives will be informed whether they have been successful or not by 31st July 2011 by email correspondence.

7. The decision of the Aston Business School Scholarship Panel is final. No further discussion will be entered into and there is no right of appeal.

8. The Aston Business School Scholarship Panel reserves the right to conduct a telephone interview with suitable candidates.

9. For successful applicants the award will be evaluated on an annual basis and is dependent upon students achieving a pass grade in each year of study. Students who repeat a year will not be eligible for a continuing scholarship.

For details, visit

http://www1.aston.ac.uk/international-students/finance/undergraduate-scholarships

Nottingham Malaysia - Psychology High Achievers Scholarship 2010

The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus is very happy to announce that for the BSc Psychology starting this September 2010 there will be 2 full academic scholarships (tuition fees only) offered to deserving students. This Scholarship will be awarded to Psychology students for their 1st year of study for this coming September 2010 intake.

Qualifying Requirements: Applicants are required to demonstrate good general education achievements further they must demonstrate in their application why they are deserving of this scholarship, their passion for the subject of psychology, and why they wish to pursue their education at The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus.

How to apply: Application forms can be obtained from the Admissions Office or downloaded from the website. Applications are now invited and the closing date is Friday, 20 August 2010. Candidates will be notified by early September.

Psychology High Achievers Scholarship 2010 Application Form

http://www.nottingham.edu.my/Students/Scholarships/Pages/8_PsychologyHighAchieversScholarship.aspx

Jardine Scholarship Award 2011

The Jardine Foundation was established in 1982 and Jardine Matheson Group has granted awards to over 100 students to study in selected colleges at Oxford and Cambridge Universities.

The scholars come from countries where Jardine Matheson operates such as Hong Kong, China, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam.

Applications for Jardine Scholarship Award 2011 will open on Aug 13.

Interested applicants can visit www.jardine-foundation.org for details.

Pittsburgh State U. offers Malaysian students scholarships.

Malaysian Student Scholarships

Malaysian High Achiever Scholarship

Malaysian students pursuing any undergraduate major at PSU may apply to receive a tuition waiver of $1,000 per semester. A limit of 2 scholarships per year will be awarded.

Criteria:

1. A minimum of 3.5 CGPA in the American Transfer Program, or Student with CGPA of 3.2 to 3.5 with a significant record of active involvement in extra-curricular activities.

2. Recommendation of the ATP advisor.

Condition for renewal: Recipient may continue to receive the scholarship each semester by maintaining at least a 3.2 GPA each semester. The scholarship recipient is also expected to have active involvement in campus activities at PSU.

• Malaysian High Achiever Scholarship Application Form

Malaysian Technology Major Scholarship

One Malaysian student each year majoring in any of our undergraduate Technology majors in the Kansas Technology Center will receive admission at the reduced in-state resident tuition rate. The estimated worth of the scholarship is about $2,500 per semester.

Criteria:

1. A minimum of 3.5 CGPA in the American Transfer Program (ATP), or Student with CGPA of 3.2 to 3.5 with a significant record of active involvement in extra-curricular activities.

2. Recommendation of the ATP advisor.

Condition for renewal: Recipient may continue to receive the scholarship each semester by maintaining at least a 3.2 GPA each semester. The scholarship recipient is also expected to have active involvement in campus activities at PSU.

• Malaysian Technology Major Scholarship Application Form

For additional information, contact International Programs and Services: i-admit@pittstate.edu.

Info on High Achiever & Technology majors Scholarships at http://is.gd/dpJCd.

Intel Scholarship for Malaysian Students

The Intel Penang Design Center (PDC), established in 1992, is one of the largest and most advanced Intel Design and Development centers in the Asia Pacific region. Intel PDC designs Intel® Core™2 processors, Intel® Atom™ processors, and Advanced IA Platform Chipsets. Our Design Engineers architect and create innovative IP and features for the next platform system-on-a-chip solutions on 45nm (nanometer) and 32nm process technology. Intel PDC grants R&D scholarships every year to outstanding students from local universities throughout the country.

Eligibility criteria:
• Malaysian citizen
• Currently pursuing or going to pursue a full-time course at a local university
• Does not hold any other scholarship from other companies, organizations, or Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam (JPA) (Perbadanan Tabung Pendidikan Tinggi Nasional Malaysia (PTPTN) loan holders are allowed to apply.)

Academic qualifications:
• SPM: A1 for mathematics and all science subjects
• STPM: Grade A for a minimum of three subjects
• Matriculation: Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 and above
• Undergraduate: Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5

Areas of study:
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical and Electronics
• Mechatronics

Award benefits:
• Tuition fee of RM10,000 per year for undergraduate students
• Tuition fee of RM13,000 per year for postgraduate students
• Partnership with a Senior Design Engineer to mentor and guide your studies and career planning
• Industrial training opportunities at Intel

Application procedures:
• Download the scholarship application form here
• Email you completed form along with a copy of your resume to grp_Intel_Scholarship@intel.com between 1 July 2010 and 31 August 2010. Bumiputeras are encouraged to apply.

For more information, visit the Intel scholarship website