IWC WATER LEADER SCHOLARSHIPS 2010 – AUSTRALIAN CITIZENS / INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
IWC Water Leader Scholarships for Australian Citizens & International Students
The IWC Water Leader Scholarships offer full and partial tuition scholarships for Australian citizens, permanent residents and international applicants for the Master of Integrated Water Management program.
Master of Integrated Water Management: The IWC Water Leader Scholarships are available for the Masters program full-time or part-time/distance study mode. The course commences in March 2010.
Download the Master of Integrated Water Management brochure: http://www.watercentre.org/education/Master_of_Integrated_Water_Management.pdf
Scholarship value:
Australia/NZ citizens and permanent residents
Scholarships include both full-tuition and partial-tuition fees for both full-time and part-time/distance study options.
International scholarships
International scholarships cover full tuition costs of the three-semester full-time Masters program, as well as overseas student health cover for the duration of the program.
Scholarship does not include
- Travel
- Accommodation allowance
- Living stipend
- Field work or course material costs.
It will be the responsibility of successful applicants to cover these costs.
Entry requirements:
- A completed undergraduate degree in a related field of study from an internationally-recognised institution. You must have completed a university level qualification which is at least equivalent in standard to an Australian four year degree. If you are unsure whether your previous university qualification(s) is equivalent in standard to an Australian four year degree, you should seek advice from the Australian Education Centre in your home country or region, or contact UQ International Education Directorate.
- Demonstrated English language proficiency (see http://www.uq.edu.au/international/language-requirements
- Two years practical experience in a related field is preferred but not required
Timeline:
- Closing date: Applications must be received by IWC and UQ. 1 August 2009
- Notification of scholarship decision sent out to all scholarship applicants. 10 September 2009
- Final date for receipt of Agreement and Response to Scholarship Offer by successful applicants. 29 September 2009
- Preparation for study in Australia for international students (including visa application, travel and accommodation arrangements, etc.) October 2009– February 2010
- International students attend compulsory international student orientation programs prior to commencement of Program February 2010
- Master of International Water Management Program commences 2 March 2010
Selection criteria:
* Commitment to the whole-of-water cycle, integrated and interdisciplinary approaches to water management.
* Leadership qualities: As demonstrated by professional, educational, community and other achievements. Leadership qualities include collaboration and team work, flexibility, initiative, communication skills, integrity and vision.
* Academic record: You will demonstrate a high level of academic achievement and likelihood of success in further study.
* Professional record: As demonstrated by employment experience, awards and achievements, membership of professional bodies and professional references.
* Potential impact and outcomes: The likelihood of positive impacts on the individual and the water sector from participating in the MIWM Program.
Details: http://www.watercentre.org/education/programs/scholarships/iwc-scholarships
I’ve just completed my first degree in Agriculture under the department of Soil Science and Resource Conservation, in the National University of Lesotho and obtained a Second Class First Division pass. I would like to further my studies in Intergrated Water Management as one of the natural resources.