This division of Academic blog furnishes different scholarship schemes specifically for PhD programmes. Here we have jotted down useful financial aid opportunities for large number of Indian students. Below stated scholarships are provided by some of the renowned universities such as Deakin University, University of Edinburgh, Bangor University, University of Sydney, RMIT University and lots more. Check out the below mentioned monetary aids and apply as per your requirements.
1. Scholarship Program: University of Sydney International Scholarship (USydIS)
Employer: University of Sydney
Level of Study: PhD
Brief Scholarship Description: The University of Sydney invites candidates who are eligible to undertake a Postgraduate Research Degree or Master’s by Research program at this University to apply for the University of Sydney International Research Scholarship (USydIS). The objective of the USydIS is to attract top quality international postgraduate students to undertake research projects which will enhance the University’s research activities.
Scholarship Website: http://sydney.edu.au/future_students/international_postgraduate_research/costs_scholarships/scholarships/index.shtml#usi
2. Scholarship Program: Victoria Fernandes Scholarship at University of Warwick, UK
Employer: School of Engineering-University of Warwick
Level of Study: PhD, Research
Brief Scholarship Description: The Victoria Fernandes Scholarship has been established by The School of Engineering in memory of one of our former PhD students, Victoria Fernandes. Victoria sadly died shortly before submitting her PhD thesis in 2006. Vicky (as she was widely referred to) had obtained a first class Warwick MEng in 2003 and continued onto our research degree programme, examining aspects of cementitious materials and their application to low-cost housing in the tropics. Throughout her studies she was ill with an infection that often incapacitated her, yet after every medical setback she returned to her studies with renewed determination. Her commitment to completing those studies was exceptional and extraordinary and she consciously risked her life for them. This Scholarship has been established in recognition and memory of her commitment, dedication and courage. She set an example for us all.
Scholarship Website: http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/eng/pg/funding/
3. Scholarship Program: Tercentenary International PhD Scholarships at University of Edinburgh, UK
Employer: University of Edinburgh
Level of Study: PhD
Brief Scholarship Description: The Tercentenary International Scholarships Scheme helps outstanding research students from outside the United Kingdom and European Community to study in the School of Chemistry by providing for some of the costs of their training and supervision. The scholarships are offered to overseas applicants starting full-time PhD programmes in the School of Chemistry in 2012-2013, with start dates between 1 September 2012 and 1 June 2013. A minimum of ten scholarships will be available in session 2012-2013. The scholarships worth £5,000 each pa will be offered for a period of three years.
Scholarship Website: http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/student-funding/postgraduate/international/science-engineering/tercent-phd
4. Scholarship Program: Belgium Government Scholarships for Indian Students, 2012-2013
Employer: Belgium Government
Level of Study: Postgraduate or PhD
Brief Scholarship Description: Typed applications in the prescribed format are invited from Indian Nationals residing in India for the award of 3 (three) Belgium Government Scholarships, of duration of 10 months each for the academic year 2012-2013 in the subjects such as Agronomy, Environmental Science and Photonics.
Scholarship Website: http://mhrd.gov.in/sites/upload_files/mhrd/files/Belgium-2012-13.pdf
5. Scholarship Program: Netherlands Fellowship Programmes (NFP)
Employer: Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Level of Study: Master’s, PhD
Brief Scholarship Description: The Netherlands Fellowship Programmes (NFP) are designed to promote capacity building within organisations in 61 countries by providing training and education to mid-career staff. The NFP is funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs under the budget for development cooperation. Fellowships are available for a selected number of master’s degree programmes, Short courses and PhD studies.
Scholarship Website: http://www.nuffic.nl/international-students/scholarships/scholarships-administered-by-nuffic/netherlands-fellowships-programmes-nfp
6. Scholarship Program: Deakin University PhD scholarships for Indian Students
Employer: Deakin University
Level of Study: PhD
Brief Scholarship Description: Scholarships valued at $A140 000 each offered by Deakin University for five Indian students who study with Deakin in Australia in 2012.
Scholarship Website: http://www.deakin.edu.au/future-students/international/scholarships/indian-research-scholarships.php
7. Scholarship Program: Fulbright-Nehru Doctoral and Professional Research Fellowships for Indian Students, USA, 2012-13
Employer: USIEF
Level of Study: PhD
Brief Scholarship Description: These research fellowships, for a maximum period of nine months, are designed for scholars who are registered for a Ph.D. at an Indian institution and also for professionals with significant work experience and accomplishments.
Scholarship Website: http://www.usief.org.in/FIC-Fulbright-Nehru-Doctoral-and-Professional-Research-Fellowships.aspx
8. Scholarship Program: DAAD PhD Scholarship for Indian Students, 2012-2013
Employer: DAAD
Level of Study: PhD
Brief Scholarship Description: To do a PhD degree at one of the German Universities or Research Institutions.Highly qualified post graduates from any discipline.
Scholarship Website: http://newdelhi.daad.de/mainFrame/home/PhD.pdf
9. Scholarship Program: PhD Scholarships in France for Students of University of Delhi
Employer: French Embassy
Level of Study: PhD
Brief Scholarship Description: Scholarships for PhD students offered by French Embassy. The duration of scholarship is two months. The scholarship includes round trip ticket to France, Euros 615/- per month for boarding and lodging expenses, medical insuranceand free visa.
Scholarship Website: http://www.du.ac.in/fileadmin/DU/DUCorner/pdf/301111_Scolarship_France.pdf
10. Scholarship Program: 2012 PhD Research Scholarship in Materials Sciences at RMIT University, Australia
Employer: RMIT University
Level of Study: PhD
Brief Scholarship Description: If you are interested in undertaking a chemical sensors/materials sciences research project, this scholarship could provide you financial assistance.Each scholarship is valued at $27,000 per year for 3 years. Top-up Scholarship of up to $10,000 per annum is available to doctoral students who gain an Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) scholarship starting in 2013.
Scholarship Website: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=o9yr2gyzvrf8
11. Scholarship Program: 2012-2013, Masters PhD ENS Cachan International Scholarship Programme, France
Employer: ENS Cachan
Level of Study: Master’s, PhD
Brief Scholarship Description: The ENS Cachan International Scholarship Programme is aimed at international students who are currently studying or have studied and obtained their latest diploma outside of France, who have a proven high academic level and who aspire to a career in the research and/or high education fields. This programme is aimed at students wishing to apply for a second year Research Master (RM2) or for a joint PhD in order to follow or pursue their research training in one of the departments or laboratories of the ENS Cachan.The grant amounts to 1000 euros/month. Specific funding conditions may exist for some countries; the concerned candidates will be informed by the ENS Cachan during the selection process.
Scholarship Website: http://www.ens-cachan.fr/version-anglaise/profiles/coming-to-the-ens-cachan-students/ens-cachan-international-scholarship-programme-2012-2013-138047.kjsp
12. Scholarship Program: Chinese Government Scholarship for Indian Students, China, 2012-2013
Employer: Chinese Government
Level of Study: Master’s and PhD
Brief Scholarship Description: Applications are invited from Indian nationals, on plain paper, in the format given below, for the award of Chinese Government Scholarship tenable from September, 2012 for higher studies/research/specialized training in the subject fields of Chinese Language and Literature, Business Management (MBA), Plant Breeding and Genetics, Environmental Science, Fine Arts (Painting and Sculpture), Agronomy, Sericulture and Botany.
Scholarship Website: http://mhrd.gov.in/sites/upload_files/mhrd/files/Chinese02012-13.pdf
13. Scholarship Program: MA & PhD Bursaries for International Students at Bangor University, UK, 2012-13
Employer: Bangor University
Level of Study: Master’s and PhD
Brief Scholarship Description: The School is offering a number of bursaries for MA and PhD students in the academic year 2012-13. The value of bursaries will range from £1000 up to the full amount of UK/EU fees and will be open to UK/EU and overseas students. Bursaries will be allocated on a competitive basis.
Scholarship Website: http://www.bangor.ac.uk/so/postgraduate/funding/index.php.en#Bursaries
