HAGUE SCHOLARSHIP

The World Citizen Talent Scholarship

International Court of Justice

The Hague University of Applied Sciences invites you to apply for the annual Talent Scholarship: This program searching for young, intelligent, talented and ambitious  people who view themselves as citizens of the world. If this sounds like you and the conditions listed above apply to you, all you need to do is complete the application form and write an essay of 950 to 1100 words that would convince us to provide you with a scholarship.

Key Scholarship Points:

Where? At Hague University of Applied Sciences.
When? Applications must be submitted before the 1st of April in order to study for the period of 2013-2014.
Value of scholarship: the value of the scholarship is €5,000 (EUROS). This is equivalent to almost two-thirds of the total first year university's tuition fee. It will only be awarded once.
Who is eligible? Candidates from outside of the European Union (and not from Iceland, Norway, Liectenstein, Switzerland or Surinam).
Requirements: Candidates must be:

• enrolling for the first time in one of the Bachelor Programmes at the Hague University of Applied Sciences.
• in a position where they have never been awarded this particular scholarship before
• prepared to complete the scholarship application form before the final deadline (1st of April 2013)
• provisionally accepted as a student at Hague University of Applied Sciences on or before the 31st of March. 
• able to complete the essay component of the application before said deadline.  

Number of places? There will 54 scholarships offered to students who plan to start their bachelor programme during the academic years of 2013-2014.

Essay component information:

In the essay,  describe your cultural background and explain why and how you can contribute to the multinational, multicultural beehive that is The Hague University of Applied Sciences.  

When you are writing your essay, try picturing yourself as a member of this community. The university has appointed a committee to judge all essays, which should be submitted before 1 April, 2013. The judges will select the 54 students whose essays will have impressed them most and reward them with a scholarship. The decision of the jury will be binding.

About Hague University of Applied Sciences: The University itself is an educational united nations of 146 nationalities, where everyone speaks English. You will be taught by both local and international lecturers who have an easy way of interacting with the students. The social contact among the  students  also makes for an enriching study period.

The Hague is the perfect home for our university,  it is a very international city which deserves its title  - The International City of Peace & Justice. The vibrant seaside resort of Scheveningen, historic city centre and international diplomatic community all add to its international atmosphere. We know from experience that young people of every origin, colour and creed find both The Hague and The Hague University of Applied Sciences stimulating and inspiring.

You can access the application form here.

Hague University of Applied Sciences links:

• Hague University of Applied Sciences - Website
• Why study in Holland?
• English Prep School
• International Student Services
• Bachelor Studies Available
• facebook page

If you have any questions relating to the program or university before you apply, please send an email to talentscholarship@hhs.nl

Please note that allocation of these scholarships, is only possible after you have been conditionally accepted. 

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STUDY IN GERMANY

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STUDY IN GERMANY (POSTGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES):

After listening to your feedback and requests from many other ESE members we have decided to take a closer look at the many opportunities available for students from developing countries hoping to study in Germany.

Within this post Equal Student Exchange focuses on the many programs within the DAAD Framework. DAAD or Deutcscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst is the German Academic Exchange Service Organisation. DAAD is the largest funding organisation in the world supporting the international exchange of students and scholars. As an organisation which works with many German institutions of higher education and student bodies, DAAD provides a wide range of scholarships. 

It also goes far beyond simply awarding grants and scholarships. DAAD also works to internationalize German Universities and export German language and cultural understanding. Furthermore DAAD has worked towards assisting developing countries in establishing effective universities and advises decision makers on matters of cultural, education and development policy. 

•          Read more about DAAD.
•          For information on specific country partnerships.
•          General information on scholarships.

o   for Undergraduates

o   Graduates

o   PhD

o   FAQ

•          Use the DAAD Scholarship search.
•          10 steps to studying in Germany.
•          German Higher Education Institutions.
•          DAAD as a partner in development cooperation.

While the majority of DAAD past scholarship/award winners have been from the United States, DAAD may be focusing towards strengthening the U.S.-German relationship through supporting both undergraduate and postgraduate exchange programs. However, there are also some postgraduate opportunities for students from developing countries:

The scholarships offered by DAAD for the programmes Postgraduate Courses with special relevance to Developing Countries are provided by the Federal Ministry for economic Co-operation and Development.

These degree courses, which consist of one to two years of concentrated study, provide academically-trained young professionals in first leading positions from developing countries with the opportunity to engage in postgraduate education and training in their particular field or profession.

Within this program is the MIPLC (Munich Intellectual Property Law Centre) as well as a number of other partner German institutions.

For those interested in German language, culture and work opportunities you may find the Goethe Institute worth visiting:

•          Arts, society and knowledge
•          German language + internship program

For those interested in studying fine arts, music, dance and architecture:

• DAAD Scholarships
• Funding Program for Musicians and Artists
• FAQ about study in Germany

For much more useful information about study in Germany and particularly in Berlin, visit the Studentenwerk Berlin. The network has been designed to assist students with their particular problems and to answer their questions relating to a number of areas:

·         Dining facilities

·         Housing

·         Counselling and support

·         Employment agencies

·         Finances

·         Child health care

·         Campus culture

·         Scholarships and funding

If there is any additional information which you feel is missing or any information which you would like us to provide feel free to leave a comment.  We will continue to update this post based on your feedback.

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ESE Opportunities Map

The Equal Student Exchange (ESE) Opportunities Map illustrates just some examples of the student exchange and study abroad opportunities covered by ESE over the past year. The Map is useful in displaying the regional distribution of scholarship programs and other study opportunities available for students from developing countries. The Equal Student Exchange Community hopes to raise awareness of these opportunities so that these students, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds may gain access to study and personal development opportunities that would otherwise remain outside of their reach. 

Credits go to Ferdi A. and AIESEC at Universitas Gadjah Mada for helping us compose this map. Stay tuned for many more additions to come in 2013. 

GIMUN 2013

Geneva International Model United Nations Annual Conference 2013 (GIMUN 2013)

Date: Saturday 16th to Friday 22nd of March 2013
Register before: 31st of January 2013

GIMUN at a glance

The Geneva International Model United Nations (GIMUN) is a fully student run Non Governmental Organisation in Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council. Our goal is to promote the ideals and principles of the United Nations among the youth - university students in particular. We seek to provide young adults with a multilateral platform to discuss various global issues that are handled by the UN. Our core event is the Annual MUN Conference, but we also organise a whole range of other activities throughout the year.

Recruitment Information :Please make sure to read all the information carefully before applying.
Recruitment functions by roll-on admissions. Positions are given to candidates progressively. This means that as soon as all the positions are filled, registration will close (even if this is before the 31st of January 2013). So the earlier that you apply, the better!

Questions? E-mail info@gimun.org.

UNISCA MUN Academy

Join The Most Rewarding Summer Academy: UNISCA!

UNISCA is a Model United Nations (MUN) organised by the University of Amsterdam. It is a program which consists of a two week long Summer Academy, in which a simulation of an United Nations Conference takes place.

The Summer Academy, UNISCA is open for students of all universities and offers programmes for both Bachelor’s and Master’s levels. UNISCA is an interdisciplinary course worth 6 ECs based on the Model United Nations principle. The academic accreditation of 6 ECs makes UNISCA unique in comparison to other MUN organisations.

UNISCA comprises of two weeks, which each have a different goal. The first week (lecture week) is a preparatory week in which all participants partake in lectures and workshops in preparation for the Conference. The second week is all about the Conference (conference week). During the Conference, students represent a country during a fully-fledged United Nations Conference simulation. Resolutions are to be written, coalitions will be made or broken and an international court case will be simulated. All these events will be reviewed, reported and commented upon by the Press Department via a daily newspaper.

Throughout the Conference, UNISCA will provide an evening programme for relaxation after a long day’s work. In short, UNISCA combines an invaluable academic opportunity with the possibility to expand your network with people from all over the world.

Students can participate in UNISCA in different positions:

- United Nations delegate in  one of the 4 Committees or the Security Council.
- United Nations Committee or Security Council Chair.
- International Court of Justice Moot Court lawyer.
- International Court of Justice Moot Court Judge.
- journalist in the UNISCA Press Department.
- Chief Editor in the UNISCA Press Department.

Application deadlines:

• Delegate Programme: There are 20 positions left! Please register fast, we will be accepting delegates on a first come, first served basis.
• Chair Programme: The deadline has passed. Master’s students can also apply for the delegate programme. The downside is that you won’t be able to use the study credits. The upside is that you can still have the best time at the UNISCA conference!
• Lawyer Programme: There are some lawyer positions open, please contact us for more information.
• Judge Programme: The deadline has passed.
• Journalist Programme: We are still looking for writing talent. If you’re interested in journalism and politics, please do apply.

Contact UNISCA at secretary@unisca.org

AMUNC2013

The 2013 Asia-Pacific Model United Nations Conference (AMUNC)

AMUNC is one of the world's premier university-level model United Nations Conferences. Organised entirely by youth for youth, it offers future leaders an opportunity to experience the world of diplomacy while also articulating their vision for a brighter future.

AMUNC is first and foremost a Model United Nations. Students are given the opportunity to represent one of the UN's 193 member states, as well as a number of other non-country entities, on a diverse range of committees simulating either UN or supra-national bodies. As it also offers students the chance to hear from inspiring speakers and experts on a wide variety of topics, AMUNC is a unique educational opportunity for anyone with an interest in international relations generally or any of the numerous global issues we collectively face.

Also featuring an exciting program of social events that are a highlight of the conference every year, AMUNC is very much an exercise in bringing people together. The Asia-Pacific is the most diverse region on the planet. With attendees at AMUNC embodying this diversity, it represents a unique coming together of young people who all care about the world and their place in it.

In 2013, AMUNC will be held at Victoria University of Wellington from the 7^th – 12^th of July. To find out how you can be involved, visit www.amunc.net.

Asia-Pacific Model United Nations Conference 

July 7th-12th Wellington, New Zealand

Contact AMUNC via the following link

WorldMUN 2013

The World Model United Nations Conference (WorldMUN) is the most diverse college-level Model UN conference in the world, attracting more than 2,000 college students from more than 60 countries each year for a youth summit.  WorldMUN moves to a new international city each year, after traveling to locations like The Hague in the Netherlands; Puebla, Mexico; Geneva, Switzerland; Beijing, China; Belo Horizonte, Brazil; and Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. 

The conference lasts one week and combines committee sessions during the day with nightly social events. The events provide delegates with a great way to experience the host-country’s culture and to learn from students from around the world.

This year WorldMUN will be held in Melbourne by Monash University and the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) University.

• For fees and dates
• For further information follow this link to the WORLDMUN2013 Prospectus.
• WorldMUN2013 advertisemet video

Contact the organising teams at (info@worldmun.org)