ADB-Japan Scholarship Program, Departement of Economics National University of Singapore - Master in Social Sciences (Economics)

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) - Japan Scholarship Program (JSP) was established in April 1988 with financing from the Government of Japan. It aims to provide an opportunity for well-qualified citizens of ADB`s developing member countries to pursue postgraduate studies in economics, management, science and technology, and other development- related fields at participating academic institutions in the Asian and Pacific Region. The ADB-JSP enrolls about 300 students annually in 20 academic institutions located in 10 countries within the Region.

Department of Economics, National University of Singapore is one of institution participating in this ADB-JSP scholarship program.

Below is program offered:
-Master in Social Sciences (Economics)

SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION
The ADB-JSP provides full scholarships for one to two years.

• full tuition fees
• a monthly subsistence and housing allowance
• an allowance for books and instructional materials
• medical insurance
• travel expenses

The scholarship is for one year with an extension to the second year of study, as appropriate, which shall be conditional on the scholar maintaining a satisfactory level of performance as determined by the institute. The maximum duration of scholarship award is two years for masters and doctorate programs.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

1. A national of an ADB borrowing member country (applicants from countries that are no longer borrowing from ADB are not eligible for the ADB-JSP Scholarship).
2. Gained admission to an approved post graduate course in any of the participating academic institutions. (Department of Economics, National University of Singapore)
3. A bachelor`s degree or its equivalent with superior academic record.
4. At least two (2) years of full-time professional working experience
5. Proficiency in oral and written English communication skills to be able to pursue studies.
6. Not more than 35 years old at the time of application.
7. In good health.
8. Should agree to return to his/her home county after completion of studies under the Program.
9. Staff of participating academic institutions are not eligible for the Scholarship.
10. Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of ADB, consultants, and relatives of the aforementioned are not eligible for the Scholarship.
11. Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of the other international organizations are not eligible for the Scholarship.
12. Applicants living or working in a country other than his/her home country are not eligible for the Scholarship.

Upon completion of their study programs, scholars are expected to contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries.

MORE INFORMATION:
ADB-JSP Coordinators
Department of Economics
Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences
AS2 Level 6, 1 Arts Link, Singapore 117570
Email: ecssec@nus.edu.sg, ecsbox2@nus.edu.sg

Or you can also visit ADB- Japan Scholarship Program`s website at www.adb.org/jsp for more detail information about this program.

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SINGAPORE SCHOLARSHIP INVITATION FOR APPLICATIONS ACADEMIC YEAR 2009/2010

The Singapore Government awards the scholarship to Government-endorsed students from the other member countries of the ASEAN. Each Scholarship is for a full-time undergraduate degree course at the Nanyang Technological University, the National University of Singapore and the Singapore Management University. All disciplines except for Medicine and Dentistry are open to Scholars. The duration of each scholarships is for three or four years, depending on the discipline.

The award based on academic merit and places will allocated by open competition. If necessary, a one-year bridging or foundation programme, in addition to the undergraduate studies, will be provided.

To be eligible, a candidate must:

• Be a citizen in an ASEAN country (Except Singapore)
• Possess excellent academic records; and
• Have a good command of English

Candidates must meet the entry requirements for Nanyang Technological University, National University of Singapore, and Singapore Management University. A recipient of the Scholarship may not concurrently hold any other Scholarship, Fellowship, Grant or Award without prior approval of the Singapore Government. The Scholars are also expected to return to their countries upon graduation to contribute to the development of their countries.

The scholarship will cover tuition fees for the duration of the award, a living allowance of S$4,300 per annum, an accommodation allowance based on the different room rates at each university and one return economy class air ticket passage from his/her home country to Singapore for the duration of studies.

Applications must be endorsed and submitted by the Indonesian Department of National Education (Bureau of Planning and Foreign Cooperation) at Building C, 6th Floor, Jl. Jend.Sudirman, Senayan, Jakarta Pusat. Candidates are required to produce the following :

1. Certificate, endorsement by the former school, for graduated applicants;
2. Recommendation from the school principal, for applicants who are still in Grade 3 at SMU.

For more information on the Singapore Scholarships, Please contact Embassy in Jakarta:
Tel: 021-520 1489 / 5296 1433
Website: www.mfa.gov.sg/scp or write to:
The Singapore Scholarship
Technical Cooperation Directorate
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Tanglin, Singapore 248163
Tel: (65) 6379 8000
Fax: (65) 6479 3357
E-Mail: mfa_scp@mfa.gov.sg
Deadline: 22nd December 2008

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Asian Development Bank-Japan Scholarship Program

Funded by the Government of Japan

Qualified citizens od developing member countries of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), who intend to pursue postgraduate studies in economics, management, science and technology, and other development related field are invited to apply for scholarships under the Asian Development Bank-Japan Scholarship Program. The program especially welcomes quailed women applicants who have limited financial means to obtain university education.

The Scholarship

Level of Education: Post graduate (Diploma, Masters, and Doctorate degrees)
Duration: from 1-2 years
Coverage: tuition fees, books, subsistence and housing allowance, insurance, economy airfare, and research subsidy

Academic Institutions

• Australia
  National Centre for Development Studies/ Australian National University, University of Melbourne, University of Sydney

• China, People’s of Republic of
  University of Hong Kong

• Japan
  International University of Japan, Nagoya University ( Graduate School of International Development), Keio University ( International Graduate Programs on Advanced Science and Technology), National Graduate Institute for Policies Studies, Ritsumeikan University (Master in Economic), Seitama University (Department of Civil and Environment Engineering), University of Tokyo (Department of Civil Engineering, School of International Health, Institute of Environmental Studies, and Department of Urban Engineering)

• New Zealand
  University of Auckland

• Pakistan
  Lahore University of Management Sciences

• Philippines
  Asian Institute of Management International Rice Research Institute/ Unisersity of the Philippines in Los Banos

• Singapore
  National University of Singapore

• Thailand
  Asian Institute of Technology, Thammasat University

• USA
  East-West Center

Eligibility Requirements

Prospective applicants must:

• be a citizen of an ADB developing member country
• Have at least 2 years work experience
• Have gained admission to an approved course in a designated institution
• Be proficient in Spoken and Written English communication skills to be able to pursue studies
• Be in good health
• Not more than 35 years old at the time of application

(Staff of ADB and the designed institutions and their close relatives is not eligible to apply)

Application Requirements

Applications should obtain application forms from the designed institution of their choice and submit the completed form and required documentation to the institution. applicants should indicate on the application form that they wish to be considered for an Asian Development Bank-Japan Scholarship. (ADB will select the scholars from among those admitted by the institution. A separate application to ADB is not necessary.) For further information, visit the ADB-JSP website.

Website: www.adb.org/jsp

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