University of Groningen Online Course on Introduction to Dutch

This session the University of Groningen will be offering an open online version of course, ‘Introduction to Dutch’. This course is intended for people who have a strong interest in learning languages.

The overall objective of this course is to learn speak, write and understand basic Dutch. The course starts on February 27, 2017.

Course At A Glance

Length: 3 weeks
Effort:  3 hours/week
Subject: Dutch Language
Institution: University of Groningen and FutureLearn
Languages: English
Price:  Free
Certificate Available: Yes
Session: Starts on February 27, 2017

Providers’ Details

This University of Groningen is offering the course via renowned online platform FutureLearn. The University of Groningen is a research university with a global outlook, deeply rooted in Groningen, in the north of the Netherlands. University is currently in or around the top 100 on several influential ranking lists.

FutureLearn offers the diverse selection of courses from leading universities and cultural institutions from around the world. These are delivered one step at a time, and are accessible on mobile, tablet and desktop, so applicant can fit learning around their life.

About This Course

Are applicants planning to visit, or work or study in the Netherlands soon? This free online course is perfect if applicant have little or no prior knowledge of Dutch, but would like to master the fundamentals in order to survive life in the Low Countries. Learn basic Dutch. The course will run over three weeks, helping them to:
-introduce themselves and get to know other learners
-talk about their family, friends, work and study
-and experience life in the Netherlands.

During the course, applicants will learn Dutch phrases, greetings, vocabulary, numbers, spelling and grammar. Being able to understand the language will make everyday activities, such as shopping or going out to a restaurant, much more enjoyable.

By the end of the course, they will be able to recognise familiar words and phrases about themselves and their family. Applicant will be taught to use simple sentences to describe where they live and the people they know.

Finally, applicants will be able to write short texts such as an email or fill in forms with personal details. The main focus will be on receptive skills such as reading and listening.

 Why Take This Course?

This is a free online course. Applicants can buy a Statement of Participation for this course — a personalized certificate in both digital and printed formats — to show that they have taken part.

The course will be taught in English by lecturers of Dutch and English from the University of Groningen in the Netherlands. The main focus will be on receptive skills like reading and listening. It will be taught in English.

Learning Outcomes

During the course, Applicant will learn Dutch phrases, greetings, vocabulary, numbers, spelling and grammar. Being able to understand the language will make everyday activities, such as shopping or going out to a restaurant, much more enjoyable. By the end of the course, they will be able to recognize familiar words and phrases about themselves and their family. Applicant will be taught to use simple sentences to describe where they live and the people they know.

 Instructors

– Birgit, Jeroen and Margriet
(Lead educators)
Senior Lecturers
University of Groningen Language Centre

Requirements

This course is aimed at people with no prior knowledge of the Dutch language, who have a strong interest in learning languages. It will give applicant a taste of language skills that will help them to survive in Dutch-speaking countries. The main focus will be on receptive skills like reading and listening. It will be taught in English.

How To Join This Course

• Go to the course website link.
• Sign Up At FutureLearn
• Select a course and Join
• Once a course has started, applicant will be able to access the course material
• After the start date, student will be able to access the course by following the Go To Course link on My Courses page.
• Applicants can buy, to show that they have completed a FutureLearn course.
• On some FutureLearn courses, learners will be able to pay to take an exam to qualify for a Statement of Attainment. (These are university-branded, printed certificates that provide proof of learning on the course topic(s)).

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University of York | Free Online Course on Exploring Everyday Chemistry

The University of York is offering free online course to gain an insightful look into everyday chemistry. Topics include searching for new antibiotics, how to make the most delicious coffee and designing performance enhancing sports wear.

The overall objective of this course is to explore the organic chemistry behind perfume, medicine, brewing and sport from one of the UK’s leading universities.  The course will start on January 23, 2017.

Course At Glance

Length: 4 weeks
Effort: 4 hours/week
Subject: Chemistry
Institution: University of York and Future learn
Languages: English
Price: Free
Certificate Available: Yes
Session: Course starts on January 23, 2017

Providers’ Details

The University of York combines the pursuit of academic excellence with a culture of inclusion, which encourages everyone – from a variety of backgrounds – to achieve their best. We are a high-performing, research-intensive Russell Group university, committed to providing an environment where great minds can thrive.

About This Course

This free online course explores a range of chemistry-based topics relating to our everyday lives, with an emphasis on the important role of organic chemistry – the study of carbon-containing organic compounds. Activities include experimenting ‘in the kitchen’ with hands-on projects ranging from extracting a plant fragrance, to testing the activity of spices against microbes. The course will be particularly useful for sixth formers who are interested in developing independent learning skills to help the transition to university.

Why Take This Course?

This is a free online course. This MOOC will be offered with Video Transcripts in English.  Applicants can get a verified certificate.

Learning Outcomes

During each week of the course, we will use real-life examples to show you how an understanding of the structure and shape of organic compounds can be used to explain their reactivity and properties.

Week 1: The chemical attraction of perfumes and pheromones

We’ll identify a range of natural and synthetic attractants; understand current theories that help to explain how chemical structure is related to smell; and make a molecular model.

Week 2: The race for new antibiotics

We’ll describe the mode of action of antibiotics; understand bacterial resistance; identify promising new areas of research to design smarter drugs; and explore pattern recognition in structure-activity relationships.

Week 3: The chemistry of brewing

We’ll describe the process of brewing; identify key flavouring compounds in beer, tea and coffee; understand the role of modern analytical methods; and analyse spectroscopic data.

Week 4: The chemistry of sport

We’ll explore innovations that are changing the game; identify modern materials that improve performance and aid protection; and model the structures of polymers.

Requirements

The course is designed for anyone with an interest in chemistry (a GCSE level of science is recommended), but will be particularly useful for sixth formers to aid the transition to study science at university. You can use the course to support your UCAS personal statement and prepare for university study, by broadening your chemistry knowledge and developing your independent learning skills.

Instructors

Andy Parsons

Andy Parsons is a Professor of Chemistry at the University of York. His textbooks include Chemistry3 (co-author) & his teaching has been recognised by a Royal Society of Chemistry HE Teaching Award.

How To Join This Course

• Go to the course website link
• Sign Up At FutureLearn
• Select a course and Join
• Once a course has started, applicant will be able to access the course material
• After the start date, students will be able to access the course by following the Go To Course link on My Courses page.
• Applicants can buy, to show that they have completed a FutureLearn course.
• On some FutureLearn courses, learners will be able to pay to take an exam to qualify for a Statement of Attainment. (These are university-branded, printed certificates that provide proof of learning on the course topic(s)).

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International Business Fees Scholarship in UK, 2017

Leeds University Business School is offering a scholarship for UK, EU and international fee rated applicants. This scholarship is available to support full-time or part-time PhD study commencing on either 1st October 2017 or 1st February 2018.

Leeds University Business School, is a full-service business school, a faculty of the University of Leeds and a member of the Russell group of research-intensive universities, located in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England.

Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the Business School’s minimum English Language requirements prior to registration (EU/International applicants only).

Course Level: Scholarship is available for pursuing PhD programme.

Study Subject: Scholarship is awarded in the field of business.

List of Subjects: University particularly welcome applications in the following International Business research topics: Theory of the Multinational Enterprise, Conflict and Litigation in International Business, Foreign Direct Investment in and from Emerging Economies such as China and India, International Strategy and Firm Competitiveness, Cross-Cultural Management and Language, Corporate Governance in the International Firm and  Global Innovation

Scholarship Award: Tuition fees at the relevant UK/EU or international rate.  There are no additional allowances for maintenance, travel or research costs.

Scholarship can be taken in the UK

Eligibility:

• Applicants must first submit a research degree study application form and be in receipt of a University BANNER ID Number (Student ID Number) to be eligible for a Leeds University Business School: School Scholarship.
• For PhD study, applicants must hold a First Degree at undergraduate level equivalent to at least a UK Upper Second Class Honours degree and a British Masters degree, (or equivalent qualification) in an appropriate academic discipline, with a minimum average score of 60 per cent
• The awards are available for new research students undertaking full-time study for 3 years, or part-time study for 5 years, leading to the degree of PhD:
• Students who are currently registered for PhD research study are not eligible for this competition.
• Students who have previously been registered for PhD research study are not eligible for this competition.
• These awards are not open to individuals who have already been awarded a PhD degree.

Nationality: This scholarship is open to UK, EU and international fee rated applicants.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: Candidates should hold a British Masters degree (or equivalent degree from an overseas university) or an equivalent professional qualification:

• With a minimum average score of 60 percent (or equivalent); and
• In an appropriate academic discipline.

English Language Requirement: Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the Business School’s minimum English Language requirements prior to registration (EU/International applicants only).

How to Apply:

Step 1

Applicants msut first submit a research degree study application form and be in receipt of a University BANNER ID Number (Student ID Number) to be eligible to apply for a Leeds University Business School: International Business Fees Scholarship. Applications without a valid University ID Number will be rejected.

Step 2

All applicants must complete the Leeds University Business School Scholarship Application Form.

Step 3

The following documents must be uploaded with your PhD application or sent with your scholarship application by the deadline date:

1. a) PhD application form: apply online
2. b) Scholarship application form: this form must be completed in full.
3. c) Research proposal: a 1000-2000 word document, in Word or .pdf format, outlining your proposed research topic and programme of research. Please see Writing Your Research Proposal for further details.
4. d) Locating your Research in Leeds University Business School Form:download the Locating Your Research Form from the Business School website
5. e) Two academic references: you must submit two academic letters of reference from two people who have taught you at Masters (or Bachelors) level who are able to comment on your academic ability and suitability to study on the programme. References must either:

• Be written on headed paper; or
• Bear the institution’s stamp/logo; or
• Be typed and stamped with the institution’s stamp on the University of Leeds Referee’s Report.

Application Form

Application Deadline: The application deadline is June 1, 2017.

Scholarship Link

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University of British Columbia Undergraduate Scholarships in Canada 2017

The University of British Columbia offers Vantage One Excellence Award for international students to study in Canada. Awards are available to pursue the undergraduate programme in the fields of endeavor such as the performing arts, sports, debating or creative writing, or external academic competitions and examinations.

Awards ranging in value up to the full cost of the student’s academic program and living costs are offered to students beginning their undergraduate studies at UBC in the UBC Vantage One Program.

UBC recognizes the academic achievement of outstanding students from around the world by devoting more than $10 million CAD annually to awards, scholarships, and other forms of financial support for international undergraduate students.

The University of British Columbia is a global center for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the 40 best universities in the world. Since 1915, UBC’s West Coast spirit has embraced innovation and challenged the status quo.

English is the primary language of instruction at UBC. All prospective students are required to demonstrate a minimum level of English before they’re admitted.

Course Level: Award is available to pursue undergraduate programme.

Study Subject: Award is available in the fields of endeavor such as the performing arts, sports, debating or creative writing, or external academic competitions and examinations.

Scholarship Award: Excellence Award winners will receive an award-level commensurate with their financial need as determined by the costs of their tuition and student fees, plus their living and other related costs at UBC, minus the financial contribution the student and their family can make annually towards these costs. A standard needs-assessment will be made, based on the financial information provided by students and their families.

Scholarship can be taken in Canada

Eligibility: To be considered for the Vantage One Excellence Award at UBC, the nominee must:

• be an international student, who is neither a Canadian citizen nor a permanent resident of Canada, and who will be studying in Canada on a Canadian Study Permit (visa);
• be entering a UBC undergraduate degree program at Vancouver campus from a recognized secondary school, or transferring from a recognized college or other universities;
• be applying for their first undergraduate degree;
• be admissible to the program they are applying to, including meeting UBC Vantage College’s English Language Admission Standard (visit vintage college.ubc.ca/admissions for detailed admissions information);
• have an excellent academic record (at least an “A” average or equivalent standard);
• be nominated by the academic institution they are currently attending or have recently graduated from;
• Demonstrate a significant level of financial need that would otherwise prevent them from pursuing a UBC degree.

Nationality: International students are eligible to apply for this scholarship.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirements: Applicants must be entering a UBC undergraduate degree program at Vancouver campus from a recognized secondary school, or transferring from a recognized college or another university.

English language Requirements: English is the primary language of instruction at UBC. All prospective students are required to demonstrate a minimum level of English before they’re admitted.

Canada Scholarships

How to Apply: THE SCHOOL:

The nominating school/institution must complete Sections 2.1 – 2.2.

Required Documents for Undergraduate Admission Once the online application is submitted, UBC will send the applicant an acknowledgement email detailing what documents are required. Nominees must ensure their school is aware of these document requirements. For timely evaluation of the Admission Application, we ask that schools submit the required documents, if available, with the nomination package, by the deadline of March 15, 2017.

Transcript(s):

1. a) For high school students: Grades 9 to 11 and Grade 12 interim/mid-year transcript and if applicable, official mock, preboard or predicted final grades for courses that are still in progress. In British-patterned education, certified copies of GCSE ‘O’ Level, GCE ‘AS’, ‘A’ Level certificates, and predicted ‘AS’ or ‘A’ Level grades are required. The UBC Admissions Office will accept scanned transcripts and certificates that are uploaded by the student or mailed by the school from an official school email address, but at a later stage will require official transcripts and certificates to formalize any offer of admission.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Transcripts must be in the original language of instruction. If the transcript is in a language other than English or French, a certified translation by a recognized translation agency must be provided.

A school profile or description of the institution the nominee is currently attending, if available.

Application Form

Application Deadline: Scholarship application deadline is January 15, 2017.

Scholarship Link

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Scholarships for Masters of Engineering Program in France, 2017

Applications are invited for “Centrale Nantes Elite Scholarship” + Masters of engineering programmes in France. EU and Non-EU students are eligible to apply for this scholarship.

Centrale Nantes is a Top- French Grande Ecole that delivers an academic programme and an applied research of the highest quality with the support of numerous strong institutional and industrial partners.

Course Level: Scholarships are available to pursue Master degree programme.

Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded in following fields:

• Computational Mechanics (Erasmus Mundus Label of excellence)
• Energetics and Propulsion
• Hydrodynamics and Ocean Engineering (Erasmus Mundus Label of excellence)
• Materials Processes and Technology of Composites
• Design of Systems and Products
• Civil Engineering
• Ship operation and naval engineering
• Advanced Robotics (Erasmus Mundus Label of excellence)
• Automatic Control, Signal and Image
• Real Time, Steering and supervision
• Atmosphere, Water and Urban environment

Scholarship Award: Scholarship amount varies.

Scholarship can be taken in France

Eligibility: The following criteria must be met in order for applicants to be eligible for the scholarship:

• Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of engineering.
• An applicant whose native language is not English is required to pass a recognized international English test such as TOEFL (score 220 CBT, 550 PBT, 80 IBT), Cambridge Advanced English Test (score B or higher), IELTS (score 6.5 or higher), TOEIC (800) or other English equivalent test.
• An applicant who has undertaken his studies in English is eligible, passing a recognized test provides a higher chance of acceptance (official confirmation letter is needed). The English test result must be sent before the application deadline.
• There is no French level requirement as the courses are taught in English.

Nationality: EU and Non-EU students are eligible to apply for this scholarship.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirements: Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of engineering.

English language Requirements: An applicant whose native language is not English is required to pass a recognized international English test such as TOEFL (score 220 CBT, 550 PBT, 80 IBT), Cambridge Advanced English Test (score B or higher), IELTS (score 6.5 or higher), TOEIC (800) or other English equivalent test.

• An applicant who has undertaken his studies in English is eligible, passing a recognized test provides a higher chance of acceptance (official confirmation letter is needed). The English test result must be sent before the application deadline.
• There is no French level requirement as the courses are taught in English.

How to Apply: The mode of application is online.

Application Form

Application Deadline: Scholarship application deadline is March 31, 2017.

Scholarship Link

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Scholarships for International Students in Sweden, 2017

The Blekinge Institute of Technology is offering scholarships for citizens of non-EU/EEA countries. These scholarships are open to prospective students applying to a campus-based programme or single subject course in 2017/2018 academic year.

BTH´s vision is to conduct education and research in which engineering and IT can be integrated with other disciplines such as urban planning, industrial economics, and design and health sciences to contribute to solving the challenges facing society.

BTH accepts all Academic IELTS, TOEFL tests, University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, Cambridge Michigan English Language Assessment Battery and Pearson PTE Academic. English proficiency letters are not accepted as proof of English skills.

Course Level: Scholarships are open to prospective students applying to a campus-based programme or single subject course at Blekinge Institute of Technology.

Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded to learn any of the courses offer by the university.

Scholarship Award: This scholarship programme offers scholarships covering tuition fees in part. The available levels of tuition fee reductions are 50% and 75%.

Scholarship can be taken in Sweden

Eligibility: BTH scholarship programme for prospective students is available for citizens from non-EU/EEA countries who are required to pay tuition fees for Swedish university education. You apply for a BTH scholarship after you have applied for a BTH campus-based programme or single subject course on Universityadmissions.se. Applicants to distance education at BTH are not eligible to apply for this scholarship.

Nationality: Citizens of non-EU/EEA countries can apply for these scholarships.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: BTH Scholarship programme is available for a prospective student is available for citizens from non-EU/EEA countries who are required to pay tuition fees for Swedish university education.

English language requirements: In order to be eligible for university studies in Sweden, applicants have to demonstrate that they meet the English requirements for the course or programme they wish to apply for.

• BTH accepts all Academic IELTS, TOEFL tests, University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, Cambridge Michigan English Language Assessment Battery and Pearson PTE Academic.
• A copy of the IELTS test results has to be sent to University Admissions in Sweden. All IELTS results will be verified online. BTH only accepts Academic IELTS tests. The General IELTS test is not accepted for admission to higher education.
• TOEFL tests must always be delivered as an original, from ETS directly to University admission’s postal address: University Admissions in Sweden (code 3477).
• Please note that TOEFL tests sent by students along with other application documents will not be accepted.
• English proficiency letters are not accepted as proof of English skills.

Sweden Scholarships

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.

Application Form

Application Deadline: Application form for BTH scholarship for prospective students closes on January 16th, 2017.

Scholarship Link

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British Council Free Online Course

British Council is offering an open online course to Explore English: Shakespeare. This six-week course is for people who are learning English and interested in the language and legacy of William Shakespeare.

The overall objective of this course is to improve English language skills by looking at the life and works of William Shakespeare and his enduring popularity. The course will start on February 27, 2017.

Course At A Glance

Length: 6 weeks
Effort:  2 hours/week
Subject: Exploring English: Shakespeare
Institution: British Council and FutureLearn
Languages: English
Price:  Free
Certificate Available: Yes
Session: Starts on February 27, 2017.

Providers’ Details

British Council and FutureLearn are providing this online course in the English language. The British Council’s high profile work in English, the Arts and Education & Society helps hundreds of millions of people worldwide to learn about and experience creativity and excellence from the UK. Millions of talented people of all ages – but particularly younger people – engage face-to-face and online learning English, developing new skills, experiencing life and study in the UK and earning UK qualifications.

FutureLearn offers a diverse selection of courses from leading universities and cultural institutions from around the world. These are delivered one step at a time, and are accessible on mobile, tablet and desktop, so you can fit learning around your life.

About This Course

This free online course will look at the life and works of William Shakespeare and take you from his Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon to the Globe Theatre in London, from where he secured his central place in English literature.

University will look at five of Shakespeare’s plays with the help of actors and experts from around the world. They will explain and explore the universal themes Shakespeare addressed in his work. The plays are Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, Much Ado About Nothing, The Tempest and Macbeth.

Why Take This Course?

This is a free online course. This MOOC will be offered with Video Transcripts in English.  Applicants can get a verified certificate.

Learning Outcomes

Applicants will improve English language skills by looking at the life and works of William Shakespeare and his enduring popularity.

Requirements

• This course is for people who are learning English and interested in the language and legacy of William Shakespeare.
• The material is designed for non-native English speakers who have studied English to around intermediate level (approximately B1 on the CEFR).

Instructors

David Lewis

He has been working in English language teaching for over twenty years in Europe and Africa, teaching a wide range of classes to everyone from 5 years old and up!

How To Join This Course

• Go to the course website
• Sign Up At FutureLearn
• Select a course and Join
• Once a course has started, applicant will be able to access the course material
• After the start date, they will be able to access the course by following the Go To Course link on their My Courses page.
• Applicants can buy, to show that they have completed a FutureLearn course.
• On some FutureLearn courses, learners will be able to pay to take an exam to qualify for a Statement of Attainment. (These are university-branded, printed certificates that provide proof of learning on the course topic(s)).

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