Estonian School of Diplomacy Scholarships

Estonian School of Diplomacy offers limited amount of scholarships to participate in the nine-month training program 'International Relations and European Integration'.

Scholarships for academic year 2014/2015 will be given to following countries (ONLY):  Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgystan, Montenegro, Moldova, Tajikistan, Ukraine.

The scholarship covers the following expenses related to the participation in the training course:

• tuition fee in full amount
• costs of visa/residence permit
• costs of local health insurance
• costs of accommodation in Tallinn
• monthly allowance to cover everyday living expenses during the study period
• NB! Students are expected to bring their own laptop computer for the studies.

Documents needed for application:

• ESD application form (available HERE)
• CV in English 
• Motivation letter (1 page: explaining previous experience, the reasons for applying and how the studies will benefit the student’s future development)
• copies of university transcript in (unofficial) English translation, i.e. diploma of higher education and academic record
• copy of (international) passport
• 1 passport-sized photo (to be added to the application form)
• academic essay (3-4 pages with references) to be written on one of the topics (indicated inside the respective country`s scholarship offer, see below)

Application documents can be submitted using the Online Scholarship Application System (accessible only during the application period) or sent by regular mail to:

Estonian School of Diplomacy
Tõnismägi street 2
10122 Tallinn
Estonia

Detailed information on scholarship programs of the respective countries for 2014/2015 can be found here: http://www.edu-active.com/Trainings/2014/apr/07/international-relations-and-european-integration.html

Scholarships of the Government of Slovak Republic

The provision of scholarships of the Government of the Slovak Republic is a long-term component of development assistance by the SR, which is a programme and project activity of the SR Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the framework of the international community. The provision of scholarships of the SR Government in the framework of conditions set out by the OECD for realization of ODA includes also scholarships of the SR Government for Slovak nationals living abroad.

The Slovak Republic Ministry of Education, Science, Research & Sport shall provide a foreigner an SR Government scholarship during the standard length of studies as a student of a public university in the SR as follows:

1. Language and vocational training – €280 monthly; €0 merit scholarship;
2. Higher education: first degree - €280 monthly; €50 merit scholarship;
3. Higher education: second degree - €280 monthly; €50 merit scholarship;
4. Higher education: third degree - €330 monthly; €170 merit scholarship.

Scholarships are open to applicants from Afghanistan, Kenya, Moldova, Albania, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Ukraine, Mongolia, Palestinian National Authority and Vietnam.

The deadline for the academic year 2014/2015 is 29 May 2014.

Online application form is available on the website: www.vladnestipendia.sk

Read more: http://www.minedu.sk/scholarships-of-the-government-of-the-slovak-republic/

Mitrovica Summer University 2014

We are delighted to inform you that this year, for the seventh time, Mitrovica Summer University 2014 (MSU14) will be organized. We are looking for highly motivated students who want to participate in the MSU14 and to make it an unforgettable experience. 
 

Mitrovica Summer University 2014 will take place in Mitrovica between the 11th and 25th of July 2014.
 

Continuing with the original format, the program for MSU14 will bring together local and international professors and students, providing an opportunity to learn and share experiences.
 

During the Mitrovica Summer University 2014, four courses will take place on the following topics:
1. EU integration/ Western Balkan Accession;
2. Economy/Entrepreneurship;
3. Environmental Protection;
4. WEB Design;
 

All courses will be taught by local and international professors and will be in English.
 

Successful participants will gain an official Certificate of the Mitrovica Summer University which includes between 3 to 4 ECTS credits.
 

The two-week courses are organized together with cultural excursions and a recreational program. In addition, public discussions, lectures and other interactive events on prominent issues in society will take place. MSU14 offers a unique opportunity to expand academic knowledge and skills, while enjoying an exciting international atmosphere.

Lectures and classes are tuition free. Participants who study in Mitrovica and students from South East Europe can apply for a scholarship, which covers accommodation and food. In addition, they will receive a one-time stipend covering their travel costs. (For more information we kindly recommend you to read the Information Guide for Participants which can be downloaded from www.my-program.org)
 

You are invited to apply online before the 1th of June 2014.
 

For more information concerning the programme or the application process, please visit www.my-program.org or contact us at msu@spark-online.org