2012 UNU-WIDER PhD Research Internship Programme, Finland

Research Internship Programme for PhD candidate for research at UNU-WIDER
Study Subject(s):Research and Communication, Development under Climate Change, Land inequality and Decentralized Governance in LDCs, Learning to Compete (L2C): Accelerating Industrial Development in Africa, New Approaches to Measuring Poverty and Vulnerability, New Directions in Development Economics , The Political Economy of Food Price Policy , Regional Impact of Economic Crisis: Latin America
Course Level:PhD
Scholarship Provider: UNU-WIDER
Scholarship can be taken at: Finland
Eligibility:Applicants should-
(a) be currently enrolled into a PhD programme.
(b) have shown ability to conduct research on developing or transition economies. Candidates working in other social sciences may apply but should keep in mind that UNU-WIDER is an economics-focused institute.
(c) be fluent in oral and written English.
(d) possess good quantitative and statistical analysis skills.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Description: The UNU-WIDER PhD Research Internship Programme aims to provide PhD (doctoral degree) students registered at a university and similar research institutions the opportunity
1-to utilise the resources and facilities available at UNU-WIDER for their PhD thesis research
2-to produce papers suitable for publication in the Research Paper series and elsewhere
3-to work jointly with UNU-WIDER researchers in areas of mutual interest.


How to Apply: By Post


Scholarship Application Deadline: 30 September 2011


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2011 CIMO India Fellowships for Doctoral Students, Finland

CIMO India Fellowships for PhD applicants from India, Finland
Study Subject: Any
Employer: Study in Finland
Level: Doctoral
Scholarship Description: The CIMO India Fellowships are offered for Doctoral level studies, research and teaching at universities and university research institutes in Finland. The scholarships are intended for Indian applicants who have completed a Master’s degree. Neither studies at Master’s level nor are post-doctoral studies supported in the programme. The amount provided by the scholarship varies from 900 to 1200 euros per month. Also, an additional travel grant of 500 euros is awarded to applicants who will be invited from India to Finland. The scholarship period may vary from 3 to 12 months. How to apply: Please note that prospective students cannot apply for a CIMO India Fellowship independently. The CIMO India Fellowships are applied for by the Finnish university departments wishing to host the visiting student or researcher. The applying department is expected to commit to common objectives with the prospective scholarship holder. The scholarship is personal.
The application form for the CIMO India Fellowship can be downloaded below. Additionally, the following attachments are required for a CIMO India Fellowship application: A motivation letter from the applicant (the hosting Finnish university), max 1 page, Complete CV of the scholarship candidate, Research plan (2-5 pages)
Scholarship Application Deadline: In the CIMO India Fellowships programme, there is a rolling deadline – that is, applications are considered at all times. However, the application should be submitted at least 5 months before the intended scholarship period. Decisions will be made within approximately 3 months after receipt of application.


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