[Bioinformatics] New Zealand post graduate fellowships available

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Dear colleagues

I would appreciate it if you could bring the following announcement to 
the attention of any eligible students.

Thanks very much in advance. Best
Allen Rodrigo

 >Please find attached further information on NZ Postgraduate Research 
Scholarships, which are intended to attract top international students 
from China, Korea, ASEAN countries, Mexico, Chile and Brazil to 
undertake Masters and PhD degrees in NZ.  Students already enrolled in a 
NZ university are also eligible to apply.

The average value of the scholarships is $40,000 per year, and up to 20 
scholarships will be offered for 2005. The closing date for applications 
is 29 October 2004. Application details and further information are 
given in the attached file.


New Zealand International Postgraduate Research Scholarships
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The New Zealand International Postgraduate Research Scholarships provide
financial support for postgraduate students from designated countries 
seeking
postgraduate degrees by research in New Zealand universities.

Funded by the New Zealand Government and administered by the Education
New Zealand Trust, the scholarships aim to:

• Attract top international students
• Maximise the research capability, and output of New Zealand tertiary 
providers
• Build deeper education partnerships with participating countries and 
regions
• Enhance the international profile and reputation of New Zealand’s
   tertiary education institutions.

Scholarships for 2005
There will be up to twenty scholarships awarded for enrolment in 2005
to students from the following countries China, Korea, ASEAN countries,
Mexico, Chile, and Brazil.

Applications will be considered from international postgraduate students
from these countries, including those who are already in the process of
applying for entry to a New Zealand university, with a limited number of
scholarships available to students who are already enrolled in a
New Zealand university.

Value of Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded for three years of full-time study for a doctoral
degree, or two years of fulltime study for a master’s degree. The
scholarship funding covers international tuition fees, a monthly
living allowance ($1,500 per month), a travel allowance (up to $2,000),
a health insurance allowance ($600), an establishment allowance ($600),
and a book and thesis allowance ($800). The average value of the 
scholarships
is approximately NZ$40,000 per year. Funds are not available to
support accompanying dependents.

Eligibility criteria for 2005
To be eligible for a scholarship in 2005, students must:

• be citizens or permanent residents of China, Korea, ASEAN countries,
   Mexico, Chile, or Brazil
• meet the requirements for entry into a research-based postgraduate
   degree programme at a New Zealand university (note that this will
   include proof of English language proficiency).

Selection Criteria
The following criteria will apply in evaluating applications:
• The applicant has a record of sustained academic excellence,
   particularly in the chosen field of study, as supported by transcripts
   and letters of reference.
• The applicant has a well-defined research programme, and wishes to study
   at a NZ university with the expertise and resources to support that
   research.
• The applicant meets all eligibility requirements.

Selection Process
A selection committee, appointed by ENZ, will consider applications for
2005 according to the following timeline.

Deadline for applications: Friday 29 October 2004
Awards announced: Wednesday, 8 December 2005

Conditions of Awards

The following conditions apply to all scholarship holders:
• Scholarship holders must be enrolled for a research-based
   postgraduate programme of study at a New Zealand university.
   “Research-based postgraduate programme of study” is defined
   in the Tertiary Education Commission’s Interim Guide to Tertiary Funding
   for 2004 Section 4.4.3.3 – Postgraduate Education – Research-based
   post graduate courses

   http://www.tec.govt.nz/funding_guide/index.html

• The scholarship is conditional upon gaining entry to a
   research-based postgraduate degree programme at a New Zealand university.
• Scholarship holders may not change their degree programme during tenure of
   the scholarship without written permission from their university and
   Education New Zealand.
• The scholarship must be taken up in the academic year following selection,
   and may be withdrawn at the discretion of Education New Zealand if 
this is
   not possible.
• Scholarships holders may not simultaneously hold other scholarships funded
   by the New Zealand government.
• Scholarship holders are responsible for securing an appropriate entry visa
   to New Zealand, and for any fees associated with the visa, including a
   medical examination. The offer of a scholarship does not guarantee 
that such
   a visa will be granted.
• Scholarship holders are permitted to undertake up to 8 hours employment
   per week at their host university in a teaching or research capacity
   within their field of study.
• Scholarship holders are expected to be resident in New Zealand throughout
   the tenure of the scholarship, and to inform their host university of
   any travel outside New Zealand.
• Scholarship holders must maintain satisfactory progress and good standing
   as stipulated by their host university and degree programme, or
   the scholarship will be withdrawn.
• Scholarship holders must follow the rules and regulations of their
   host university and degree programme. Any suspension from the university
   will result in immediate suspension of the scholarship
• Monthly stipends are not payable during suspensions, including suspension
   due to illness.

How to Apply
1 Download the application form from www.educationnz.org.nz.
2 Complete the application form in English. Sign and date the form.
3 Attach the supporting documents as stipulated on the application form.
4 Send four copies of your application form, and four copies of all
   supporting documents to:

Postgraduate Scholarships Administrator
The Education New Zealand Trust
P O Box 10-500
Wellington
NEW ZEALAND
Phone: +64-4-4720788
Fax: +64-4-4712828
Email: scholarships@educationnz.org.nz
Your application must be received by ENZ no later than 29 October 2004.

Enquiries
For further information or clarification about this scholarship programme
please contact the Scholarships Administration at the above address or
by email or phone.