Becas Rotary para maestría y cursos en paz y resolución de conflictos

The Rotary Foundation is now accepting applications for the world-competitive Rotary Peace Fellowship. The fellowship provides academic and practical training to prepare scholars for leadership roles in solving conflicts around the world.

Up to 100 fellows are selected every year in a globally competitive process based on personal, academic, and professional achievements. Fellows earn a master’s-level degree or a professional development certificate in peace and conflict studies at one of six Rotary Peace Centers at leading universities in Australia, England, Sweden, Japan, the United States and Thailand.

 “Building the leaders of tomorrow” - Master’s Degree Option

• 15-24 months of Rotary-funded graduate study toward a master’s degree at one of our five Rotary Centers
• Training in the root causes of conflict, theories of international relations, and effective models of cooperation, conflict resolution, and negotiation including course work and applied field experience
• A growing network of committed alumni employed around the world in diplomacy, government, non-governmental organizations and private corporations.

“Strengthening the leaders of today” -Professional Certificate Option

• Three month professional development certificate program
• Designed specifically for candidates already working in the field of peace and conflict studies to further their understanding of conflict resolution
• Theoretical foundational knowledge during eight weeks in the classroom and practical experience during two to three weeks on site fieldwork

Both programs require, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree in a related field; three years of relevant work experience and proficiency in a second language for the MA program and five years for the professional development certificate and proficiency in English.

The 2014 Academic term deadline is 1 July 2013. Applications are available at: www.rotary.org/rotarycenters. Please pay close attention to the language and academic test requirements for each center.

All Rotary Peace Fellowship applications need the endorsement of your local Rotary district. You can find your nearest local Rotary Club by using the Club Locator tool on the Rotary International web site athttp://www.rotary.org/en/AboutUs/SiteTools/ClubLocator/Pages/ridefa....

Please email niki.fritz@rotary.org with questions.

Becas Santander para estudios de maestría en la Universidad de Valladolid - España

Mayor información http://www.relint.uva.es/otrosProgramas/santander/convocatoria.asp

Becas para Maestría en Matemáticas - The Lebesgue Center of Mathematics - Francia

The Lebesgue Center of Mathematics offers up to ten master scholarships for international students. The scholarship is available for students applying for a master program in mathematics at Universities of Rennes and University of Nantes. There are two types of scholarships namely M1 scholarships (open to all students who have completed a bachelor’s degree in mathematics) and M2 scholarships (open to all students who have completed the first year of a master in mathematics). Applications will be closed on June 10, 2013.

Study Subject(s): The scholarship is available for students applying for a master program in mathematics in Rennes or Nantes.

Course Level: The scholarship is available for pursuing master’s program at Universities of Rennes and University of Nantes.

Scholarship Provider: The Lebesgue Center of Mathematics, France

Scholarship can be taken at: France

Eligibility: The M1 scholarships are open to all students who have completed a bachelor’s degree in mathematics (or related) at the end of the academic year 2012-2013 and have not started a master in mathematics. The M2 scholarships are open to all students who have completed the first year of a master in mathematics (or related) at the end of the academic year 2012-13.

Scholarship Open for International Students: The international students can apply for the scholarship.

Scholarship Description: The Lebesgue Center offers 10000€ scholarships to up to ten outstanding mathematics students applying for a master program in mathematics in Rennes or Nantes.

Number of award(s): Up to ten scholarships are offered.

What does it cover? The stipend is 10,000 euros per year. A student applying for the first year of a master (M1) will be allowed to apply for another scholarship for the second year (M2). Foreign students will have assistance to get housing. The Lebesgue Center also provides French courses for foreign students.

Selection Criteria: The selection will be carried out by the Lebesgue Scientific Committee and the heads of the Master programs in Rennes and Nantes. The selection process will be based on the academic quality of the transcript and recommendation letters.

Notification: Applicants will be informed of the outcome of the selection process at the end of June 2013.

How to Apply: Registration for 2013-2014 is now open. Complete the online form and send it before June 10, 2013. Only electronic submission using the online form will be considered.

Scholarship Application Deadline: Applications for the 2013-2014 Lebesgue Master program will be closed on June 10, 2013.

http://www.lebesgue.fr/content/master-lebesgue-scholarships-2013-2014

Becas para PhD en Sistemas Urbanos - University of Duisburg-Essen - Alemania

University of Duisburg-Essen offers ARUS International Doctoral Program in Germany. International doctoral candidates can apply for this scholarship. The scholarship is provided for Advanced Research in Urban Systems (ARUS). Two scholarships are offered for the tenure of six semesters (3 years). The scholarship covers a stipend of € 1,000.00 / month. Scholarships are available in graduates ARUS engineering, planning, space, social sciences and humanities courses that locate their research subjects in an urban context. The International Doctoral Program application closing date is April 30, 2013. Applications should be sent by post.

Study Subject(s): The scholarship is provided for Advanced Research in Urban Systems (ARUS). Placing great emphasis on trans-departmental collaboration and interdisciplinary research on crucial issues in urban studies.

Course Level: This scholarship is for pursuing PhD degree level.

Scholarship Provider: German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF)

Scholarship can be taken at: Germany

Eligibility: -The program is ARUS Aimed at graduates with backgrounds in the social sciences, humanities, education, engineering, or urban planning.

-Graduates from Germany and abroad (or Comparable Masters degree, with above-average final marks) can apply.

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Graduates from Germany and abroad can apply for this program.

Scholarship Description: Training for reflection competent experts for the sustainable development of urban space with career opportunities in science and practice. The scientific study of the graduates will enable ARUS identify in prominent positions with responsibility complex urban problems, to describe, to analyze, to find solutions and to accompany their successful implementation competent.

Number of awards offered: Two scholarships are awarded.

Duration of award(s): ARUS is a demanding three-year research program of high academic quality and offers candidates a variety of academic advising and support opportunities. Selected foreign doctoral students receive a stipend of € 1,000.00 / month granted over three to four years.

What does it cover? ARUS and the DAAD award two scholarships (1000 € per month for two years, option for extension) for dissertations (in English or German) to be written by a foreign student (students from emerging nations are preferred) in the field of urban studies.

Selection Criteria: Not Known

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: By submitting the application, applicants are applying for a scholarship automatically. If they are among the best candidates / inside, then they will receive a scholarship.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The International PhD application closing date is April 30, 2013.

http://www.uni-due.de/urbane-systeme/us_advanced-research-in-urban-systems.shtml

Premio Rolex para jóvenes emprendedores

Rolex is accepting applications for the 2014 Awards for Enterprise, which are dedicated to young candidates aged between 18 and 30.

The Rolex Awards support pioneering work in five areas: applied technology, cultural heritage, environment, exploration and discovery, and science and health. However, projects may be submitted in almost any area of activity, provided they have the potential to bring benefits for mankind. Projects are assessed based on the feasibility, originality, potential for sustained impact, and, above all, on the candidate’s own spirit of enterprise. 

Applications close on 31 May 2013.

http://www.rolexawards.com/about/apply

Concurso Cambia tu Mundo para jóvenes emprendedores sociales

Convocatoria jóvenes emprendedores de entre 14 y 24 años que tengan una idea para crear un impacto positivo en sus comunidades, con el objetivo de que la desarrollen y presenten un proyecto que genere un beneficio social. Conscientes de la existencia de proyectos ya en marcha, los organizadores del concurso también invitan a aquellos jóvenes que ya están desarrollando una iniciativa a presentarla y poder así continuar con sus caminos de cambio e innovación.

Una vez recibidos los proyectos, un panel de expertos en emprendimiento social, incluyendo representantes de Ashoka, BBVA y expertos temáticos de las áreas que trabajen los proyectos presentados, seleccionarán aquellos que destaquen por generar un mayor impacto social y sean realmente ideas pensadas, desarrolladas y coordinadas por los jóvenes.

En la pasada edición se presentaron más de 350 proyectos, y al igual que entonces, se premiarán 20 equipos provenientes de los siguientes países: Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Panamá, Paraguay, Perú, Venezuela, México, España y Portugal, que recibirán un capital semilla de hasta 400 euros para la implementación de su proyecto, además de la posibilidad de pertenecer a la Red Global de Jóvenes Changemakers, que tiene presencia en 18 países a nivel mundial e integra a más de 60,000 jóvenes. 

Las fechas de presentación de proyectos van desde el 7 de febrero al 29 de abril de 2013.

http://www.concursocambiatumundo.org/

Becas para maestría en la Universidad de Salamanca - España

Becas para maestría en la Universidad de Salamanca - España

Mayor información http://rel-int.usal.es/contenidoVer.php?id=105