The Miles Morland Foundation African Scholarship

Deadline: 15th May 2018.

The Miles Morland Foundation African Scholarship is awarded to a Postgraduate student within the School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing to enable them to study on the MA Creative Writing (Prose Fiction) course.

Eligibility

  • Level: Postgraduate
  • Fees: International
  • School: Literature, Drama and Creative Writing
  • Course: MA  Creative Writing (Prose Fiction)
  • Country of Birth: Any country within Africa or
  • Nationality: Any country within Africa or
  • Other Criteria: Both parents born in Africa (If the scholarship is awarded on this basis, copies of both parents’ passports must be provided as evidence to UEA at point of acceptance of the scholarship.)

Benefits

  • Total Value: Up to £25,000 to cover tuition fees and a maintenance grant.
  • Tuition fees or maintenance: Both

Click here to apply

If you apply for this scholarship, you will be considered for any of the scholarships below for which you are eligible. There is no need to submit a second application for any of the scholarships below:

The UEA Booker Prize Foundation Scholarship

The UEA Crowdfunded BAME Writers’ Scholarship
The Kowitz Scholarship
The Malcolm Bradbury Memorial Scholarship
The David Higham Scholarship in Prose Fiction
The John Boyne Scholarship
The Annabel Abbs Scholarship
The Seth Donaldson Memorial Bursary

Terms and Conditions

Please read the Postgraduate Scholarship Terms and Conditions before submitting your application. If you are offered the Scholarship, you must be prepared to accept these terms.

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Western Union Scholarship For Undergraduates

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The Western Union Foundation Global Scholarship Program, also referred to as WU Scholars, is a program designed to support young people and their efforts to pursue a post-secondary education.

The Institute of International Education, Inc. (IIE), a US non-profit, administers the program on behalf of the Western Union Foundation and its contributors.

The WU Scholars program was created to help give young people a boost toward a better life. The Western Union Foundation believes education is the surest path to economic opportunity. Educational pursuits to gain knowledge and skills for in-demand, 21st-century careers are helping people all over the world climb the economic ladder.

Eligibility

  • Scholarships must be used at an accredited post-secondary institution seeking an undergraduate degree.
  • All applicants must be pursuing a degree/field of study in one of the following categories: science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and business/entrepreneurship.
  • All applicants for scholarships must be between the ages of 18 – 26 years of age on June 1, 2018.

Timeline

  • Application Period Opens: Thursday, March 8, 2018
  • Application Period Closes: Monday, April 30, 2018 at 11:59pm EST
  • Selection and Notification to All Applicants: July 2018

Click here to apply

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Coin Grand Challenge for undergraduates for a full paid trip to the US

Deadline: 6th April 2018

The COINS Grand Challenge is a global competition to uncover innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders with ideas that can improve the built environment.

Eligibility

  • The idea must meet all the requirements for submission detailed in the guidance notes and terms and conditions
  • The applicant must present a clear case for how their idea will address one of the three challenges.
  • The applicant must speak English fluently.
  • The applicant must be 18 years of age or older on 1st September 2017.
  • The applicant must be able to attend the Grand Final on Tuesday 5th June 2018.
  • The applicant must be able to obtain legal entry to the USA for judging if selected as a finalist.
  • The idea must be able to be applied to the construction industry.

Focus

Challenge 1: New and Emerging Technology

Challenge 2: Leadership

Offer

  • Showcase yourself and your ideas to some of the world’s leading construction companies, private investors, and academics.
  • Win valuable prizes that could significantly benefit you and your career.
  • Enjoy travel and networking opportunities to the COINS 2018 Innovation Day.
  • Be a Force for Good – Undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate, young entrepreneur or already working in the industry, share your ideas to help improve the construction industry and society as a whole.
  • Receive an expense paid trip to San Antonio, TX for the Grand Final

Resources

Guidance Notes

Terms & Conditions.

Click here to apply

 

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Global Campus Visual Contest for photographers and videomakers

Deadline:  4th May 2018

The visual contest will be open from 1st March and will accept submissions through 4th May 2018The Global Campus Visual Contest originates from the belief that photography and videos are powerful tools that can raise awareness and push for social change. It is also aimed to create a network of artists, intellectuals, and professionals interested in strengthening the protection of human rights and the promotion of democracy and peace.

Theme 

“Diversity and Inclusion”.

The Jury

An international jury comprised of renowned international photographers such as Nick Dazinger, Maja Nydal Eriksen, and experts in media and social campaigns such as Una Bejtovic and from academia such as Rod Stoneman, Emeritus Professor at the National University of Galway, Ireland, will select the best photos and videos.

The Selection

The best pictures and short videos could receive special mentions by the partners of the contest and will be presented at the events of the Regional Masters of the Global Campus in Africa, Asia-Pacific, Caucasus, Latin America and the Caribbean, Middle East and North Africa, South East Europe.

This initiative is funded by the European Union and receives the patronage of the United Nations Regional Information centre for Western Europe (UNRIC).

 

 

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Apply for the Africa’s Young Entrepreneurs Empowerment Nigeria (AYEEN) 2018

AYEEN was conceived to effectively affect the business space and entrepreneurial minds of young Nigerians. The conception has led to the identification of viable business ideas, start-ups and existing businesses which have been generously aided with funding, business mentorship, and training. The peculiarity of AYEEN is that there will be no ultimate winner rather hundreds of people walk away annually with various degrees of business funding and other forms of empowerment.

Offer

  • Funding
  • Mentorship and Training
  • Equipment Finance
  • Business/ idea Showcase on Reality TV Show

Click here to apply

 

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Halcyon 2018 Incubation Programme for Social Entrepreneurs in the US

Deadline: 4th April 2018

Halcyon seeks and celebrates creativity in all forms and galvanizes creative individuals aspiring to promote social good. Halcyon brings together diverse groups of changemakers in art and social enterprise and provides a safe haven for their bold ideas to take flight. Halcyon offers an ecosystem of advocacy that encourages socially engaged creatives to learn, freely experiment, sometimes fail, and advance their talents and visions. In doing so, they foster new pathways to knowledge and resources and help innovators transform their inspiration into impact.

Offer

  • Five months of free housing at the historic Halcyon House (Residency Phase)
  • 13 months of free workspace at Halcyon House (Post-Residency Phase)
  • A $10,000 stipend per venture for food and living expenses during the Residency Phase
  • Strategy and operations consulting provided by Deloitte
  • Legal and business advice through Arnold and Porter LLP 
  • Technical advice and hosting credits through Amazon Web Services
  • One-on-one executive coaching provided in partnership with The HR Sage
  • Each venture is paired with an experienced, field-specific mentor who provides weekly guidance and support during the Residency Phase.
  • Select dinners and events engage fellows with a robust network of supporters, advisors, and potential funders.
  • Access to entrepreneurs, press, and supporters during a formal debut at Kick-Off, an event at the beginning of the Residency Phase
  • Access to potential funders, investors, and partners during the Halcyon Showcase, an event at the end of the Residency Phase
  • Access to key community figures and innovators at conferences and other events

Eligibility

  • Entrepreneurs must have a transformative idea in any sector and a commitment to turning that idea into a venture
  • Entrepreneurs must be founders or co-founders of a potentially high-impact social enterprise
  • Entrepreneurs must be available 100% of the time during the Incubator Intensive; participation in simultaneous programs is not advised
  • Entrepreneurs must secure their own visas and/or legal documentation for entrance into the United States; Halcyon can provide official invitation letters for each participant if necessary
  • Entrepreneurs must be a positive, collaborative and open-minded individuals with a willingness to learn and work hard

 Click here to apply

 

 

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World Food Programme Innovation Accelerator Programme In Germany with $100,000 funding

Deadline: 1st April,2018

Based in Munich, Germany, the WFP Innovation Accelerator helps identify, develop and roll out bold new ideas for a world with zero hunger. As of July 2017, more than 20 internal-WFP innovation projects or startups are supported, addressing a range of challenges from growing food in the desert, to helping smallholder farmers access local markets.

Focus

  • High potential to reach Zero Hunger
  • High level of innovation – could be on the technology, business model or systems
  • Strong team – team track record together, individual skills
  • Scalability potential
  • Financial sustainability of the project – have a sustainable business model that doesn’t rely on WFP
  • Proven problem and traction

Offer

  • Teams/start-ups selected for the ‘Sprint Programme’ will receive up to USD 100,000 in sprint funding, access to WFP’s global operations and access to WFP’s global network of partners and resources.
  • Further funding is dependent upon progress and achievement of key targets
  • Innovation projects/startups selected by the Accelerator participate in an intensive 3–6 month ‘Sprint Programme’ that helps them reach proof of concept, develop prototypes ready for implementation, and/or scale
  • Teams receive guidance, and space to bring their idea to life from the Munich-based Accelerator

Click here to apply

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Emerging Public Leaders of Ghana (EPL Ghana) Fellowship for Ghanians

Emerging Public Leaders of Ghana (EPL Ghana) is a two-year fellowship that equips high-achieving university graduates of Ghanaian nationality with transferable leadership skills to effect change into the public sector and beyond.

EPL Ghana provides an opportunity for top-performing graduates and young professionals to join the public service in a prestigious role that includes monthly professional training, robust supervision and mentoring, opportunity to travel, and ongoing career support and development

Eligibility

  • Ghanaian national with no criminal history
  • Enrolled in the final year of an undergraduate or graduate degree; or a recent graduate with minimum of 2:1
  • Entering the National Service Scheme the same year they apply to EPL Ghana
  • Commitment to public service and demonstrated leadership potential
  • Track record for community involvement and a passion for Ghana
  • Strong written and verbal English skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced professional environment

Application

  • Current CV/Resume
  • Passport photo (to be uploaded online)
  • 2 letters of recommendation (one academic & one personal)
  • 2 essays:

    Describe your interest in the Civil Service and how being selected as an  Emerging Public Leaders (EPL) fellow fits into your personal and professional goals?

    Describe a situation when you demonstrated initiative and leadership.

  • Interested applicants can apply through this link

Notes

  • Candidates who are shortlisted for first-round interviews are required to bring a copy of their most recent transcript and 2 letters of recommendation (one academic and one personal).
  • Candidates who successfully reach the final round will be given a conditional offer based on their police clearance and final transcript.
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African Development Bank writing competition for a fully funded trip to Korea

Deadline: 26th Mar 2018.

As an African organization serving Africans, the African Development Bank’s dream is to build today a better future for Africa tomorrow.

Ahead of the Annual Meetings, that will be held on the theme “Accelerating Africa’s Industrialization”, in Busan, Korea, in May 2018, the bank have launched a writing competition for young Africans to unlock creativity on #Africaofmydream

Focus

To particpate, all you have to do is write an article (no longer than 1,000 words) on the Africa of your dreams, based on any of the following sub-themes.

  • Smart Cities and Urban Development
  • The Internet of Things
  • Agriculture as a Business
  • 4th Industrial Revolution
  • ICTs and the video game industry
  • Inclusive and sustainable industrial development
  • Integrating Africa through Entertainment
  • Blockchain and cryptocurrency
  • The future of entrepreneurship
  • Health innovation

Offer:

Four winners will receive an all-expense paid trip to attend the Korea event. Winners in each category will also take home a laptop computer, and runners-up will get tablets

Eligibility

  • Must be 20 years of age, and legally allowed to travel internationally.
  • Must hold a valid passport, or be able to obtain one prior to attending the Annual Meetings.
  • Must be a citizen of one of the 54 African countries.
  • Must not be older than 29 years old as of May 31, 2018 to enter the Contest;
  • Entries must be submitted in English or French (the African Development Bank’s official languages).
  • Young Media Practitioners: Must submit an unpublished piece no longer than 1,000 words, related to the contest’s theme.
  • Young Contestants: Must submit an essay, article or creative writing piece, no longer than 1,000 words, related to the contest’s theme.

In addition to their submitted pieces, participants will be required to submit a proof of identity – passport, birth certificate or national id card.

Application

https://www.afdb.org/en/annual-meetings-2018/the-africa-of-my-dreams-writing-contest/submission/

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TÜRKİYE Scholarship for undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Turkey

Eligibility:

  • Applicants who apply to Türkiye Scholarships must be a graduate or able to graduate at the end of the current academic year
  • Candidates have to meet the criteria of the university and department which they choose. If it is requested by the university or department, candidates must submit the necessary documents such as the scores of SAT, TOEFL, DELF, YDS, etc. Applications of candidates who do not submit the required documents will not be evaluated.
  • Candidates must not be older than 21 years of age for undergraduate degree, 30 years of age for master’s degree and 35 years of age for doctoral degree
  • The list of countries open for undergraduate and postgraduate applications in the second round are as follows:

Afghanistan, Albania, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Belgium, Burundi, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Iceland, Ireland, Japan, Kyrgyzstan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Macau (SAR), Malta, Micronesia, Moldova, Monaco, Myanmar, Nepal, Norway, Pakistan, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, San Marino, South Sudan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkmenistan, United Arab Emirates, United States, Ukraine, and Vietnam.

  • The list of countries open only for postgraduate applications in the second round are as follows:

Algeria, Andora, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Benin, Belarus, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Djibouti, Cambodia, Cameroon, Chad, China, Comoros, Congo, Croatia, Cuba, Democratic Republic of Congo, Dominica, Egypt, Equatorial Eritrea, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, French Guiana, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Greece, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Grenada, Guyana, Georgia, Haiti, Hungary, Indonesia, Iraq, Iran, Israel, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jordan,  Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kuwait, Laos, Latvia, Liberia, Libya, Lithuania, Lebanon, Madagascar, Macedonia, Malawi, Mali, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Mexico, Montenegro, Mongolia, Morocco, Niger, Nigeria, North Korea, Oman, Palau, Palestine, Poland, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saudi Arabia, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Serbia, Sierra Leone, Slovakia, Slovenia, Somalia, Sudan, Suriname, Syria, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Taiwan, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Yemen

Application :

Application can only be made online through www.turkiyeburslari.gov.tr. Candidates are required to submit/upload all the required information and/or documents through the application system.

Applications made by post, courier or by hand will not be accepted.

 

 

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