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July 24, 2015

DOST-Newton PhD Scholarships for Filipino Students in UK, 2015

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Applications are invited for DOST-Newton PhD Scholarships jointly funded by the Newton Fund and the Department of Science and Technology (DOST).  These full-time PhD scholarships for Filipino researchers are available at a UK higher education institution from December 2015 until January 2019. The deadline for receipt of applications is 17th August 2015.

Study Subject(s): The Newton Fund forms part of the UK’s ODA commitment to develop the Philippines, and each project must fall within the following priority areas: Health and life sciences, Improving environmental resilience, Improving energy security, Future cities, Agritech and Digital, innovation and creativity.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for full-time PhD progarmme at a UK higher education institution.
Scholarship Provider: The programme is jointly funded by the Newton Fund and the Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility: For an applicant to be considered for the DOST-Newton PhD Scholarship, the applicant must:
-be a Filipino Citizen not over 45 years of age at the time of admission to the Graduate Program;
-have a Master’s degree in a related field;
-be in good health condition, as certified by licenced medical doctor;
-have no pending criminal/administrative charges or must not have been convicted for violation of any Philippine Law (certification must be obtained from National Bureau of Investigation); and
-pass all screening procedures, including a formal letter of acceptance to a PhD programme in a UK university.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Filipino Citizens can apply for these PhD Scholarships.

Scholarship Description: The aim of the Newton PhD programme is to facilitate the capacity building of individuals, and the building of sustainable, long-lasting links between UK and Philippine institutions, through the DOST Newton PhD scholarships. The spread of opportunities from individuals to institutional partnership will ensure that individual excellence and potential is recognised, as well as embedding the approach in institutions to bring benefit to future generations of students and allow them to build on the strengthened relationships between the UK and the Philippines. These opportunities will be focused on research areas which have been identified at the country level as important for fulfilling Newton Fund goals. The programme will be managed in partnership by British Council and the HE International Unit, together with the Department of Science and Technology. Calls for proposals will be open, competitive and coordinated in the UK and the Philippines

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): PhD scholarships are available for Filipino researchers at a UK higher education institution from December 2015 until January 2019.

What does it cover? 
The Department of Science and Technology will cover the following costs:
-Filipino scholars’ travel, visa, and insurance fees; and
-Monthly accommodation and living allowance for the duration of the study.
The Newton Fund will cover the following costs:
-Tuition fees, including bench fees, at the UK institution; and
-One-time grant for consumables and special needs costs

Selection Criteria: The applicants should ensure their applications meet the criteria set out below. The principles underlying the assessment of applications will be:
-All questions on the application form are answered;
-The proposed PhD project outlines a clear pathway to development;
-The support offered to the researcher will ensure that the scholarship is as productive as possible;
-The research is relevant to the priority areas of the country; and
-The researcher clearly outlines how he/she can contribute towards long-term sustainable partnership between UK and the Philippines.

Notification: Applicant will be notified of outcome of selection process on 19 October 2015.

How to Apply: All applicants should submit the form online and upload the supporting documents.

Online Application

Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for receipt of applications is 17th August 2015.

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

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