2015 SPDC Niger Delta Oversea Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme

The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria (SPDC) is delighted to announce the sixth annual SPDC Niger Delta Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme for applicants from Rivers, Delta and Bayelsa States. The objective of the scheme is to provide an opportunity for qualifying students from these Niger Delta States to further their education in courses that are relevant to the oil and gas industry.

In the five years of this programme, 50 students have so far benefitted from the opportunity to study at top rated Universities in the UK on an all expenses paid scholarship.

For the academic year commencing September 2015, SPDC will award ten scholarships for one year MSc studies in partnership with three Universities in the UK - Imperial College London, University College, London and the University of Leeds.

2015 SPDC NIGER DELTA OVERSEA POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME

The following courses qualify for the scholarship at the three institutions:

Imperial College London

MSc Petroleum EngineeringMSc Petroleum GeoscienceMSc Petroleum Geophysics

University College London

MSc Chemical/Process EngineeringMSc Mechanical EngineeringMSc Civil Engineering

University of Leeds

Msc Exploration GeophysicsMSc Electronic/Electrical Engineering

Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must:

Display intellectual ability and leadership potentialMeet the individual University’s English language requirements (usually at least 6.5 in IELTS score valid for Sept 2015 admission). Please note that TOEFL is no longer recognised by most UK universities. Candidates are advised that failure to meet each University’s English language requirement first time at the time of selection will invalidate their application.Be aged between 21-28 years by 30th September, 2015Be an indigene of Rivers, Delta or Bayelsa States (documentary proof of this will be required)Currently reside in NigeriaReturn to Nigeria on completion of the proposed programme of studyHave obtained a university degree (at least of equivalent standard to a UK Second Class Upper (Honours Degree)Not have studied previously in’ the UK or any other developed countryHave a Nigerian international passport valid to end December 2016Be neither a current nor former employee (who has left employment less than 5 years before) of SPDC, the Royal Dutch Shell Group of Companies, SCS or Karamat ltd;Not be a spouse, child or ward of staff of Shell Companies in Nigeria, SCS or Karamat ltd

Application Deadline
Completed scholarship application forms must reach participating Universities not later than 23rd January, 2015

Method of Application

Submit application for admission to the respective University for any of the qualifying coursesApplication forms for the scholarship will ONLY be available through the websites of the participating universities following an offer of admission by the UniversityUniversities will process applications and select candidates to attend an interview with a Consultant before being considered for final selectionThe scholarship will cover tuition fees, one return flight ticket from Nigeria to the UK and a contribution towards living expenses onlyMORE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED AT: info@nigerdeltascholar.org or through the individual universitiesPlease note that the stipends are based on the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) published living rates and are limited to this only

2014/2015 Sir Emeka Offor Foundation Scholarship Awards

The Sir Emeka Offor Foundation (SEOF) is calling for applications for its 2014/2015 scholarship awards.

2014/2015 Sir Emeka Offor Foundation Scholarship Awards

Applications are invited from interested and qualified indigent, full-time, Nigerian students towards:

Secondary School Scholarship (Only open to JSS 1-2 and SS 1-2)Undergraduate Scholarship (Only open to 200 Level Students)Postgraduate Scholarship

Eligibility

This scholarship is focused at supporting indigent yet brilliant studentsAny student currently enjoying any form of scholarship need not applyCandidate must be a bona-fide student of an accredited Nigerian Institution(Secondary/Tertiary Applications)Only undergraduates of 200 Level need applyApplicants must not be more than 24 years for Undergraduates and not more than 40 years for PostgraduatesUndergraduates wishing to apply must have a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.00 and above

Requirements

Birth certificateID Card (for Undergraduates and Postgraduates only)Admission letter from the Tertiary Institution (Undergraduates & Postgraduates)JAMB resultWAEC/NECO/Degree result with at least 2,,d class Upper DivisionTranscripts & Results (SS-1 and SS-11 results)Testimonial from last Secondary School attendedNYSC Discharge Certificate (For Postgraduate Students only)Letters from two referees, one of which must be from the Principal/Head of Department of Your last School and the other from a respectable member of your community.

Method of Application
Forms are available free of charge at any SEOF Office
Available for download on http://www.sireofforfoundation.org/
Or
Click here to download SEOF Scholarship Form (PDF)

Completed application forms should be returned through to: SEOFoundation@yahoo.com and info@sireofforfoundation.org or directly to the Foundation’s Office at Oraifite, Anambra State. All applications must reach the Sir Emeka Offor Foundation Office in Oraifite, Anambra State

Please Note:
Final Year students are not eligible for this Scholarship (Primary 6, JSS-3, SSS-3, 400 level, etc.)

Contact
For further information contact us at SEOFoundation@yahoo.com and info@sireofforfoundation.org

Nigeria LNG Limited Post-Graduate Scholarship Scheme 2015

Applications are now being accepted into the Nigeria LNG Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme for entry into Masters Programmes in the United Kingdom in September 2015.

Application form for the scholarships can be downloaded here or click the download tab.  Completed application form, along with an attached coloured passport photograph of the applicant should be submitted via email to nlngpgscholarship@ng.britishcouncil.org. Please click here for Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs).

Criteria for Award

Potential beneficiaries must:

Be entering into a Master’s programme in Engineering, Geosciences, Environmental Sciences,  Management Sciences, Information Technology, Law and Medicine.Possess a 2nd Class Upper degree in a relevant field of studyHave completed the NYSC programme.Be no more than 30 years of ageBe Nigerian nationals resident in NigeriaProvide identification documents from their LGAsPossess an international travel passport valid for at least one year after September 2015Provide evidence that they are available to travel in September 2015 if selected

The Application Process

The application form is to be completed and submitted along with a coloured recent passport photo of the applicant. Documents are not to be attached to the form as these will not be accepted. Applications into the NLNG Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme will be received only via email at nlngpgscholarship@ng.britishcouncil.org. Exceptions will be given only to applicants with ‘special needs’.

Application deadline is midnight on Friday, 21st November 2014. Applications received after this time will not be accepted.

Agbonjagwe Leemon Ikpea Foundation (ALIF) 2014/2015 Scholarship Award

Agbonjagwe Leemon Ikpea Foundation was founded by Chief (Dr) Leemon A. Ikpea, Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, LEE ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LIMITED. ALIF was officially inaugurated on November 17, 2012 with sincere desire to benefit humanity through charitable activities which includes:

Extending scholarship scheme to indigent students and young persons of school age, especially orphans.Catering for the aged.Promoting youth employment through skills acquisition.Ensuring easy access to primary health care services for people living in rural communities.Providing infrastructure to ameliorate the hardship of life such as borehole projects for the provision of potable water in rural communities within Edo State and beyond.Empowering rural women, particularly widows.

Agbonjagwe Leemon Ikpea Foundation (ALIF) 2014/2015 Scholarship Award

Agbonjagwe Leemon Ikpea Foundation (ALIF) annual scholarship is for indigent students of Nigeria public secondary and tertiary institutions is now open for application. The award is in the following categories:

A.) Secondary School
B.) Polytechnics and/or Colleges of Education, and
C.) University undergraduates

Eligibility Criteria

Applicant must be indigent and exhibits brilliance in his or her academic pursuit.Applicant in category "A" must produce a letter of attestation from school principal alongside a copy of last term result.Applicant in categories "B" and must be a registered student in any public tertiary institution in Nigeria i.e. Universities, Polytechnic or College of Education.Applicants must have exemplary character and good academic performances.

Method of Application
Each applicant shall submit an application letter, not more than two pages. The letter must include the name of the candidate, GSM contact, and name of school, state of origin and in the case of tertiary institutions course of study, year of study, and why the candidate believes that he or she should be given the scholarship award.

The application letter must be accompanied by:

A duly completed Application Form APS-2A photocopy of the candidate's current identity card.A letter from the candidate's current Principal and in the case of tertiary institutions, a duly completed Form AV-1, including correct information of the candidate's CGPA for the last academic semester.A copy of the candidates registration form for the current semester.

Application forms are available at the following collection centres:

St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Ewatto.Agba Grammar School, Uromi, Edo StateTSJ Center, 68b Ujoelen Road, By Zionspot Junction, Ekpoma, Edo State.Lee Group Holdings Ltd, 16b AllenAvenue, Ikeja LagosLee Engineering & Construction Co. Ltd, KM 7, NPA Expressway, Ekpan, Warn, Delta State.

All electronic applications should be forwarded to: admin@alikpea-foundation.org

Note: Only Short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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2013/2014 Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC) Joint Venture University Scholarship Award Scheme

Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC) Scholarship

Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC) - This is to notify indigenes of Ondo State Oil Producing Areas in tertiary Institutions of learning in the country that application forms for the OSOPADEC 2012/2013 Scholarship / Bursary Scheme will be available on-line free-of-charge as from Friday 12th September to Monday 13th October, 2014.

Eligibility

Applicants must be indigenes of the Oil Producing Areas of Ondo State.He /She must have been a bonafide student of a recognized Tertiary Institution within the country in the 201 2/20l3Academic year;Postgraduate and Law school students are also eligible for the scheme (201 2/2013Academic year).Part-time / Sandwich, Pre-degree, NTI, Certificate/Diploma students are NOT eligible for the Award.Dishonesty, multiple registrations, fraud and malpractice of any form will attract outright disqualification.Please note that the bursary scheme runs only for the normal duration of study of each course.No change of Bank details will be entertained after submission of application.Applicants are mandated to use their personal Bank Account details.Late registration will not be entertained.Applicants are mandated to read through the instructional guidelines for the scheme on the website and adhere strictly to all instructionsIncomplete registration will not be processed

Method of Application
Qualified applicants are to visitwww.osopadec.org for their registration

Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation (SABMF) Scholarship 2013/2014

The Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation (SABMF) - Established in 2009 by the friends, associates and well-wishers of Sir Ahmadu Bello, the late Premier of the defunct Northern Region and Sardauna of Sokoto in collaboration with the governments of the 19 northern states of Nigeria to
promote the exemplary ideals and legacy of Sir Ahmadu Bello. SABMF focal areas are Education, Health, Agriculture, Leadership and Good Governance, Entrepreneurship Development, Peace and Security.

As part of its focus on the advancement of education in Northern Nigeria, the Foundation provides financial support for 190 eligible undergraduates and Higher National Diploma students of Northern Nigeria origin in accredited public universities and polytechnics in Nigeria annually through the award of scholarships.

Applications are hereby invited for the 2013/2014 session and successful applicants will receive their awards during the 2013/2014 academic session. The scholarship is available to qualified and successful applicants of northern state origin who gained admission into 100 level (through IME), 200 levels (through Direct Entry) for degree and HND 1 programme in the 2013/2014 academic session and have commenced their studies.

Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation (SABMF) Scholarship for Undergraduate and Higher National Diploma Studies 2013/2014 Academic Session
The scholarship award is worth N100,000,00 (One hundred thousand Naira) per student for the duration of an academic session. Upon award, it will be renewed subject to a minimum CGPA equivalent of "Second Class, Lower Division" for University students and "Upper Credit" for polytechnic students.Course Requirement

Only candidates who were admitted into science and technology courses in public universities and polytechnics are eligible to apply for the scholarship. Eligibility Criteria
Offer of admission into a full time degree or HND programme in a public university or polytechnicSatisfy the minimum requirement for registration in the institution and the department or faculty as a full time student Credit in 5 'O' level papers including English and Mathematics at not more than two sittingsMust be indigenes of any of the 19 states of Northern Nigeria (Evidence of State of Origin will be required).Must not be more than 25 years of age by the date of entry into the university or polytechnicA letter of reference from a community leaderNote: However, meeting these eligibility criteria would not guarantee award of the scholarship which is subject to availability and candidate’s ranking in the selection exercise. Any falsification of information at any stage will result in the withdrawal of the scholarship.

General Instruction
Interested and qualified candidates are required to apply onlineIncomplete applications will not be processed.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Names of successful candidates will be published in a national daily and on the Foundation's website.Applicants who have already been awarded scholarships under other schemes will not be considered.
Method of Application
Qualified and interested candidates should send their personal information (not more than one page) in the following format using MS Word and as an attached document to: sabmfscholarship@gmail.com
Full Names (in the order of first name, middle name, surname)GSM phone number(s)Email addressAge, Date of Birth, Place of BirthGender (male or female)State of OriginLocal Government AreaName & phone number of a community leader from the applicant's LGA known to him/her.Name of University/Polytechnic.Course of Study & Level.Scholarship and/or Bursary held currently.WAEC/NECO Result (list subject and grades).Screening
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a screening exercise during which they will be required to present the following:
3 passport photographs (each measuring 2 inches x 2 inches).Certificate of State of Origin.Birth Certificate.JAMB examination result.Original copy of admission letter from JAMB and the institution.Evidence of fees payment and faculty/departmental registration.Valid student identification card.WAEC or NECO senior secondary school examination result(s).A letter of reference from a community leader in the applicant's LGA.Application Deadline 25th April, 2014.

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Scholarships in Australia 2014 – Mabel Pingel Scholarship for Undergraduate Students

 University of Queensland is offering Honours scholarship for students who have completed the BA and are undertaking the BA honours program in French language and literature. The value of scholarship is $962 (approximate, based on the last year of award). The scholarship shall be awarded on the basis of academic merit. The tenure of the scholarship shall be one year. The application deadline is 1 April 2014.

Study Subjects: Scholarship is awarded in the field of French language and literature at University of Queensland.
Course Level: Scholarship is available for undertaking the BA honours program at University of Queensland in Australia.
Scholarship Provider: University of Queensland, Australia
Scholarship can be taken at: Australia

Eligibility Check: Open to students who have completed the BA and are undertaking the BA honours program in French language and literature. If there are no Honours candidates of sufficient merit, the scholarship shall be open to students undertaking the BA who have completed at in French courses and are taking a double major in French.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Australia/New Zealand and International students (who have completed the BA) can apply for this Honours scholarship.

Scholarship Description: Established in 1991 and maintained by the income from a gift of
$10,000 from Mrs Mabel Barnett, nee Pingel, who graduated from the University in 1935.

Number of award(s): One Honours scholarship will be awarded.

Duration of award(s): This Honours scholarship is awarded for one year.

Scholarship cover: The value of scholarship is $962 (approximate, based on the last year of award).

Selection Criteria: The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit.

Applying: The mode of applying is online.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 1 April 2014.

OFFICIAL SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITE: Click

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Bayelsa State 2013 - 2014 Lincoln University, USA, Undergraduate Scholarship

The Bayelsa State Scholarship Board hereby informs interested applicants of Bayelsa State Origin who are residing in their respective Local Government Areas that the 2013 - 2014 Lincoln University, USA, undergraduate scholarship forms, for the following degree programmes: Business and Entrepreneurial Studies Environmental Sciences Foreign Languages and Literatures Mass Communications Mathematics and Computer Science Visual and Performing Arts

Are available for collection, free of charge at the eight (8) Local Government Area Headquarters, with effect from Tuesday, November12, 2013.

Method Of Application
Applicants resident in Yenagoa and its environs, can go to the Scholarship Board’s Office, on:
Major Andrew Oputa Road,
Off old Assembly Quarters Road,
Ekeki-Yenagoa, to complete the Application Forms. Please ensure that the form is filled and submit instantly to the committee on the spot, at the Local Government Headquarters, collection point. Applicants outside Bayelsa State can access the forms on-line, at: www.bssb-gov.com print out a colour copy, complete the form with 1½ x 1½ inch colour passport photography, sign the form and e-mail it with the required documents to: bssb-gov.com and II.) bssbluaf@gmail.com Requirements for filling the forms are:
1½ x 1½ inch colour passport, SSCE, GCE or NECO O’level Birth certificate or age declaration and Local Government Identification Certificate or LetterAll screened and shortlisted candidates will be notified and invited to sit for the competitive examinations on Tuesday 19th November, 2013 at 9am prompt.

Accreditation
Accreditation will be at the Peace Park, opposite the Bayelsa State Government House, Yenagoa.

Application Closing Date
19th November, 2013

Hon Dakuku Peterside 2014/2015 Overseas Post-Graduate Scholarship Awards

The Andoni-Opobo-Nkoro Economic Zone Development Foundation invites applications from suitably qualified candidates of Andoni and Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Areas, Rivers State for selection in the Hon. Dakuku Peterside Overseas Post-Graduate (12-month Masters Degree) Scholarship Programme for 2014/2015 Session

List of Institutions and Courses

University of Aberdeen, United kingdom Energy and Environmental Law Oil and Gas Engineering

Kingston University, London Architecture (Design) Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Engineering Environmental Law and Sustainability

University of Bristol, United Kingdom Economics/Public Policy Translational and Cardiovascular MedicineUniversity of London Education and Technology

University of Bedfordshire Applied Computing and Information Technology Information Management and Security

Anglia Ruskin University Civil Engineering Electronic/Electrical Engineering Information and Communication Technology

University of Kent, United Kingdom Reproductive Medicine

Requirements Candidate must be an indigene of Andoni or Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Area of Rivers State Not above 35 years of age Graduate of a recognized University with not Less than Second-Class Lower Division at the under-graduate Level in the courses Listed above Year of graduation not earlier than 2004 academic session Must have gained admission to study any of the courses in the institutions listed above for the 2014/2015 academic session

Application Closing Date
9th May, 2014

Method Of Application Application forms can be physically collected and submitted at the designated points listed below: S/N Designated Point Contact Person Phone Number 1 Office of the Chairman,
Andoni Local Government Council, Ngo Town, Rivers State Callistus w.Oke 08139210901 2 Office of the Secretary,
Opodo-Nkoro Local Government Council, Opobo Town, Rivers State Sunny J. Pepple 08033096204 3 Room 342, Old Pan African Bank Building, 3 Azikiwe Road, Port Harcourt Chief Gad Harry Ekpirikpo 08033401416 4 Faculty of Technical and Science Education, Annex 1, RSUT, Port Harcourt Dr. (Mrs) Boma I. Dambo 08033415678 5 Foisi Global Investment Ltd., 2nd Floor, 55 Old Aba Road (Behind Shandee's Fast Food), Rumuomasi, Port Harcourt Emmanuel Sampson 08032389555 Candidates are required to register their names and sign in the notebook provided at the submission centres (for manual submission of forms only) Candidates are advised to ensure that active contact phone number(s) and/or email addresses are stated in the application form

Important Information on Application Timeline
S/N. Information Timeline 1. Collection of application forms Monday, 18th November, 2013 - Friday 17th January, 2014 2. Return of completed Application form Monday, 24th February, 2014 - Friday 9th May, 2014
Candidates should attach photocopies of the following documents: Local Government Identification Certificate Letter of Identification from Applicant’s Traditional Ruler Birth Certificate/Age declaration Secondary School Certificate Degree Certificate 2014/2015 Post Graduate Admission Letterfor further enquires, please contact:
Barr. Njideka Amadi-Oparaeli (Programme Manager)
08030658869, Email: mails4njiks@yahoo.com

Nigeria LNG Limited Post-Graduate OverSea Scholarship Scheme 2014

Nigeria LNG Limited  is pleased to call for applications from qualified candidates into the NLNG Post-Graduate Scholarship Scheme for entry into Masters Programmes in the United Kingdom in September 2014. The Scheme is administered by British Council Nigeria.

Nigeria LNG Limited Post-Graduate Scholarship Scheme 2014

Criteria for Award
Potential beneficiaries must: be entering into a Masters programme in Engineering, Geosciences, Environmental Sciences, Management Sciences, Information Technology, Law and Medicine possess a 2 Class Upper degree in a relevant field of study have completed the NYSC programme be no more than 30 years of age be Nigerian nationals resident in Nigeria provide identification documents from their L.G.A.s provide evidence that they are available to travel in September 2014 if selected.

Application Closing Date
Friday, 15th November 2013

Method of Application
Application forms for the scholarship can be downloaded by clicking here or visiting www.britishcouncil.org.ng Completed application form, along with an attached coloured passport photograph of applicant should be submitted via email to:  nlngpgscholarship@ng.britishcouncil.org

Please do not attach any documents to the completed application form. Only application forms accompanied by a single passport photograph will be considered.

Applications into the Nigeria LNG Post-Graduate Scholarship Scheme will be received only via email; if you do not have regular access to the internet, you can download the form onto your personal computer and email it back after you have completed it.
Only applications sent to: nlngpgscholarship@ng.britishcouncil.org will be considered. Exceptions will only be given to applicants with ‘special needs’.

The Selection Process
Candidates whose applications are successful will be invited to sit for a test. On the basis of the results of the test, applicants will be invited for interviews from which the final selection will be made.
Please note that only those who make it into the various stages of the selection process will be contacted. Copied from: www.hotnigerianjobs.com
More information about the Nigeria LNG Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme can be found in the FAQ document here.