London South Bank University Scholarships for East and South African Students (Full Distance Learning) - Ugandans can also apply

London South Bank Univ
Online Masters (MS) Degree
Deadline: 17 May 2010 (annual)
Study in: any Country
Course starts September 2010


Brief description:

Fully-funded distance learning scholarships are available in 2010 for student/scholars from East and Southern African Commonwealth countries to study the MSc in Education for Sustainability at London South Bank University.



Host Institution(s):

London South Bank University, UK



Field of study:


MSc in Education for Sustainability


Number of Scholarships:

15 scholarships will be awarded for 2010.


Target group:

African Commonwealth Citizens living and working in: Botswana, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda and Zambia. Applications from women, who are underrepresented in leadership roles are particularly welcomed.



Scholarship value/inclusions:


Funding will cover all the costs of tutoring, assessment, study guides and readers, together with a travel grant for attendance at the residential week.


Eligibility:

Are you eligible to apply?

• Are you an African Commonwealth citizen working in Botswana, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda or Zambia?

• Do you have a first degree?

• Do you have the written English skills for a Masters programme?

• Are you involved in the field of education in the broadest terms? e.g. advocacy/ communication / training / teaching / marketing etc?

• Are you in a leadership position or one with leadership potential?

• Are you committed to making a difference within your workplace and within your country?

• Do you understand the requirements and challenges of a distance learning course?

• Do you have regular, reliable and easy access to a computer with email and internet facilities?

• Will you be able to attend the Introductory Residential Week in Nairobi in October 2010 exact dates to be confirmed

• Do you have the support of your employer?

• Do you have the support of your family?

Important Note: You cannot be enrolled on another post graduate course during the time of the scholarship.

Application instructions:



Applicants must apply using the online application form. Instructions on how to complete the application form is found at this Word file. Application must be completed by 17 May 2010.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.


Contact information:

If you need any further information please contact Veronica Leacock on leacockv@lsbu.ac.uk or phone 0207 815 8257



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