Selasa, 01 Juni 2010

International Ph.D. Programs in the Life Sciences Zurich Graduate School

Life Science Zurich Graduate School
International Ph.D. Programs in the Life Sciences

The Life Science Zurich Graduate School houses several highly competitive Ph.D. programs, run jointly by the ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich. Each program offers research and education opportunities in a stimulating international environment for ambitious students who wish to work towards a Ph.D. degree.

Accepted students perform their research project in one of the participating research groups of their favorite program, according to their scientific interest. Advanced teaching and training courses are offered throughout the curriculum. The program language is English throughout. Ph.D. studies usually last 3-4 years.

Applicants must hold or anticipate receiving a Masters degree or equivalent from a university in a relevant field before starting the Ph.D. program. Applicants accepted for the program will have to register with either the University of Zurich or ETH Zurich, depending on the affiliation of their future research group.

Our web pages provide detailed information for submission of application. Please refer to the guidelines as we only take into consideration applications received in the required format: http://www.lifescience-graduateschool.ch/index.php?id=108

Application deadlines are July 1 and December 1

Contact Person: Dr. Susanna Bachmann
Tel: ++41 44 635 31 35
E-Mail: gradschoollifescience.uzh.ch
Country: Switzerland
Application Deadline: 01-Jul-10

via: http://www.career.edu/index.php?post_id=7670&what=&where=

International Master in Digital Media Application at University of Bremen, Germany

Program aims
Following the impressive success of computer-based interactive media in nearly all fields of business and private life, Digital Media is also emerging as a scientific discipline – a field of research that goes further than just combining the knowledge of designers and computer scientists: It also takes their different communities seriously, taking their respective approaches and attitudes into account.

The comprehensive international Master of Digital Media program of study in Bremen seeks for excellence in design, informatics and media theory alike. This is an international program – the language of instruction is English.

Degrees
The Master in Digital Media is a two-year program leading to a Master of Science (M.Sc.) or a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree. The Master of Arts is issued at the University of the Arts Bremen. The other Universities (University of Bremen, University of Applied Sciences Bremen and University of Applied Sciences Bremerhaven) issue the Master of Sciences degree.

Requirements
In order to be accepted for the program, applicants will need a surpassing Bachelor degree in a relevant field (e.g. Digital Media, Computer Science, Media Design) and proof of good English language Skills (TOEFL, IELTS or similar). Furthermore, applicants have to hand in several accompanying documents, such as letters of recommendation, a letter of motivation and a portfolio of relevant prior academic and non-academic work.

Program structure
The Master program is four semesters long and structured in a very flexible way. The first semester offers introductory and regular courses. A major part of the second and third semester is reserved for the Master`s Project, which constitutes a significant part of the program. It is accompanied with regular courses. The last semester is primarily intended for the Master Thesis.

Final Application deadline: 31st May 2010
Original/attested copies of certificates have to be filed in: 30th September
Start of classes: October 2010

Free education
The German tradition of offering education virtually free of charge is of great benefit to students. Honoring this tradition, this master`s program comes at nearly no cost. Thus, being accepted into our program is as good as winning a scholarship. We also do not impose an application fee.

Enrolled students are charged an administration fee of roughly 170 Euro per semester, most of which is accounted for by the Semesterticket that allows students to use public transportation in and around Bremen free of charge, including travels to the cities of Hamburg and Hanover. If you never use your Semesterticket, you can get a full refund for it.

How to Apply
We strongly recommend that you read first all information about the upcoming Master projects first. You have to select one for your online application. The online application system is activated from April until May 31st 2010. We will send you the admission or rejection of your application a.s.a.p. You have to send all your documents in paper to our admission office by September 30th.

Postal Address
Please send the paper versions of your application documents to the administration office:

Master in Digital Media Application
University of Bremen
SfS -International
Bibliothekstrasse 1
D-28359 Bremen
Germany

For further details:
http://www.digitale-medien-bremen.de/en/study/master/master-program.html

Ruth Arnold & Jonathan Croft Memorial Bursary at Curtin University of Technology

The Ruth Arnold & Jonathan Croft Memorial Bursary is intended to help students, who would be unable to complete their studies due to financial hardships and are currently studying at Curtin University of Technology.

Honouring the memory of Ruth Arnold & Jonathan Croft, the bursary was established by Maxine Croft, daughter of Ruth and Jonathan in their memory. Both her parents joined the army in World War II and missed out on the opportunity to further their education.

Download (.doc) application form.

Closing Date: 31 May, 2010
Faculty: All Faculties
Area of Interest: All Areas of Interest
Scholarship Type: Need Based
Year of Study: All Years of Study

Eligibility:
Any undergraduate or postgraduate Australian or international student studying full time or part time at Curtin who are in severe financial difficulty.

Criteria:
The Bursary is awarded based on the following selection criteria:

* Demonstrated Severe financial Hardship

Applicable to: Current Students
Nationality: All Nationalities

Value: $500
Tenable at: Curtin University of Technology, Bentley
Further Information: Should you require more information than is available above, please contact:
Scholarships Office
Email: scholarships@curtin.edu.au
Telephone: 9266 2992

http://www.curtin.edu.au/