The NNPC/ESSO International
Postgraduate Scholarship Awards
is an annual scholarship program by Mobile Producing Nigeria for Nigerian Students
In it’ s efforts to provide opportunities for developing
careers in the petroleum
industry, Esso Exploration and
Production Nigeria Limited (EEPNL)
offers International Scholarships to outstanding Nigerian
graduates wishing to pursue
postgraduate studies in the
under-listed disciplines:
• Geosciences
• Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical,
Electrical,Sub-Sea and Marine)
Eligibility Requirements
1. An applicant must be a
graduate from Nigerian
Universities with relevant
degree.
2. Candidate should possess a
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of second class upper division in
any of the engineering and
Geosciences disciplines.
3. Must have provisional
admission/accommodation into
any reputable university. Scholarship Worth The EEPNL scholarship award
applies to tuition, books, accommodation and living
expenses, for the duration of
the selected course of study
including air fare to and from the location of study. If you are qualified and
interested to apply for this
scholarship,
Visit
www.mpn-essoscholarships.com/reg-temp.php?idx=1
to Apply.
Applicants are advised to
complete the online application form in the above page and
submit as instructed. Shortlisted candidates should be
prepared to take a skills test.
Strict compliance with the
guidelines is advisable. Application Dealine Applications not received within 2 weeks of this announcement will
not be accepted. Only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
Tuesday, 7 June 2011
Wednesday, 1 June 2011
SCHOLARSHIP IN ITALY PHD SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS AT IMT-2012
Category: PhD Scholarship, Scholarship in Italy PhD Scholarship Programs
at IMT - 2012 Italy-
Economics, Computer
Science and Engineering
etc 2 The IMT Institute for Advanced
Studies , Italy offers PhD
Scholarship for International students in Economics, Computer Science and Engineering,
Management of Cultural Heritage
and Institutions, Politics and
Policies. IMT Institute for
Advanced Studies Lucca is an
international Graduate School and Institute of Technology that
acts as a research university
with the aim of forming human capital -specifically with regard to its PhD programs- in
disciplines characterized by their
high potential for concrete application. IMT strives to reach the fusion of theoretical
comprehension and practical
relevance. The following goals
are at the core of IMT's mission
statement:
*to establish itself as a research center that promotes cutting-
edge research in key areas,
structuring its Ph.D. Programs in
close connection with research
activity;
*to attract top students, researchers and scholars
through competitive
international selections;
*to contribute to technological
innovation, economic growth and
social development Field of Study Economics, Computer Science and
Engineering, Management of
Cultural Heritage and
Institutions, Politics and Policies Eligibility: Applicants must have Knowledge
of the English language as
courses and seminars are held in
English. English is the official
language of all academic and
administrative activities. Foreign Ph.D. students will benefit from
Italian language and culture
courses. Italian Degree holders: - "Laurea Magistrale" (or "Specialistica"),
according to DM n° 509, of
November 3, 1999 - Four- or
five-year degree according to
the previous rules of the Italian
higher education system Foreign Degree holders: Foreign
degrees are considered and
their eligibility is assessed by the
Selection Committee. The
minimum duration of university
studies is equivalent to four years full time. If admitted,
foreign degree holders are
required to hand in a
"Dichiarazione di valore". This
document is not required to
apply (see documents for enrollment). Graduating Applicants: applicants
obtaining their degree by no
later than December 24, 2009
may apply (Italian or foreign
degree according to the
previous descriptions). Graduating applicants will be
accepted "under reserve" and
must send by e-mail to
phdapplications-at-imtlucca.it the
MS certificate or a declaration under their own responsibility
including a full list of exams with
obtained marks, not later than
the first working day after the
announced deadline for
graduating applicants. All applications would be
submitted Online Application Deadline September 28 2011 Contact Detail:
phdapplications@imtlucca.it
+39 0583 4326 561
FEQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION AND ANSWER
What kind of Ph.D. Programs are
offered at IMT? What kind of professional profile
will I acquire attending IMT Ph.D.
Programs ? How many students are enrolled
in each Program? How is the Ph.D. Program
organised? How long does it take to
complete the Program? Are courses held in English?
Should I learn Italian? Should I have to attend classes
and/or take exams? Could a Ph.D. Student be
excluded from the Program? Could I work while attending the
Ph.D. Program? Is there a final exam? Who can apply? Are there any scholarships? How much is the scholarship
amount? Are scholarships concurrent? Could the scholarship be
increased for special needs? What does it happen to the
scholarship if I interrupt the Ph.D.
Program? Should a non scholarship
recipient attend courses? Are there any assigned
accomodation? Is the canteen service free for
every student? Are there other facilities? When do classes start? Who should I further inquire
about? Answers: What kind of Ph.D. Programs
are offered at IMT? Competitions are open for
admission to the following Ph.D.
Programs at IMT:
- Computer Science and
Engineering
- Economics, Markets, Institutions - Management and Development
of Cultural Heritage
- Political Systems and
Institutional Change ^ Top of page What kind of professional
profile will I acquire
attending IMT Ph.D.
Programs ? Computer Science and
Engineering:
Graduates from the program are
qualified to work in universities,
public and industrial research
centers, and to take on professional roles and high-
profile tasks and responsibilities
in both private companies and
public institutions
Perspective students should
preferably have an undergraduate background in
computer science, engineering,
mathematics, physics, or
management science. Economics, Markets, Institutions
The main job opportunities are c/
o national and international,
public and private agencies and
institutions analyzing political
economics, public finance, market analysis and evaluation of the
reforms’ impact on the economic system; consultancy societies,
sectoral or national authorities,
big enterprises, national
institutions (Ministries, Local
Authorities) and EC institutions;
national and international universities. Institutions, Politics and Policies
As already stated while
describing the objectives of the
PhD, this Program aims at
forming students able to analyse
and compare political institutions and processes and public policies.
Holding this title, Doctors will
then be able to apply for jobs in:
-international organisations, the
institutions of the European
Union, NGOs; -national public administrations,
in positions where a particular
competence is required in the
evaluation of public policies and
institutional change;
-independent regulation authorities;
agencies producing geopolitical
and geoeconomics analyses for
private investors and think-
tanks;
-private firms requiring competence in the fields of
politics and public policies, above
all if internationally-oriented;
-consultancy to political decision-
makers; the academia. Management and Development of
Cultural Heritage
The program will enable
professionals to work at the
highest levels in the following
tipology of institutions: 1) Research Institutions involved
in the filed of Cultural Heritage;
History and modes of fruition of
immaterial goods; Art History;
History of Architecture and
Urbanism; History of the production, use and effect of
images.
2)Public and private Institutions
dealing with the concrete
management of Cultural
Heritage; Promotion of Culture and Tourism; Organization of
cultural events; Diffusion and
teaching of culture. ^ Top of page How many students are
enrolled in each Program? Up to 12 available student
positions per Ph.D. Program.
In the event of renunciation or
exclusion within 60 days from
the start of the Ph.D.course, the
first eligible applicant according to the general ranking will be
admitted to enrollment. In the
case of renunciation or exclusion
within the end of first academic
year, the Scientific Board can
cover the vacant position(s) with the first eligible applicant
according to the general ranking. ^ Top of page How is the Ph.D. Program
organised? IMT Ph.D. Programs, a natural
outgrowth of the Research
Areas, are taught in English. Ph.D. Programs at IMT have a
minimum duration of three years,
including off-campus study
periods, internships and research
in Italy or abroad, at public or
private institutions. The standard time for degree
completion ranges from three to
four years. Students play an active role
within the School research
projects, they are encouraged in
being creative in problem
solving,and can benefit from
study periods abroad in companies and institutions. Currently, the Ph.D. Programs
are divided into three phases:
- 4 terms: dedicated to in-depth
study through educational and
activities seminars, to education
interacting with research activity. Students have the
opportunity to focus on the
research fields they will work on
in the succeeding years;
- following year: dedicated to
the completion of the course of study and to research activity,
carried out mainly off-campus, in
international universities and
research centers. This period is
focused on data gathering and
analysis, as well as on reports on the various research phases;
- final semester: students finalize
their research project and write
the thesis. ^ Top of page How long does it take to
complete the Program? Ph.D. Programs at IMT have a
minimum duration of three years,
including off-campus study
periods, internships and research
in Italy or abroad, at public or
private institutions. The standard time for degree
completion ranges from three to
four years. ^ Top of page Are courses held in English?
Should I learn Italian? Knowledge of the English
language is compulsory. Courses
and seminars are held in English.
English is the official language of
all academic and administrative
activities. Foreign Ph.D. students will benefit
from Italian language and culture
courses. ^ Top of page Should I have to attend
classes and/or take exams? Ph.D. candidates, scholarship
holders or not, have to attend
classes, and take exams in order
to pass to next academic year.
They have to carry out research
and study activities scheduled in the program, at IMT or in
another institution, as
authorized by the Coordinator
or by the Scientific Board. ^ Top of page Could a Ph.D. Student be
excluded from the
Program? The Scientific Board may exclude
students from the School, with
the consequent loss of right to
the scholarship, in the following
circumstances:
- Negative assessment by the Scientific Board of the PhD
student's performance during
the previous academic year. For
this reason the Scientific Board
will assess the achievement of
expected results (Ph.D. students have to pass all exams) and the
regular attendance as well as
the commitment demonstrated
by Ph.D. student in her/his study
and research activities each
year; - Unjustified and prolonged
absences;
- The acceptance of a job not
consistent with students duties
and not authorized by the
Scientific Board; - False declarations;
- Other serious cases specified in
IMT Regulations. ^ Top of page Could I work while
attending the Ph.D.
Program? Work and regular job can be
accepted or covered with the
Scientific Board authorization, if
consistent with students duties. ^ Top of page Is there a final exam? At the end of their Ph.D.
Program, Ph.D. Students must
submit a thesis dissertation,
consisting of a suitable body of
original academic research. The
final exam takes place in front of the Evaluation Committee, and
consists of the public discussion
of the thesis. If sudents pass the
final exam, they obtain the Ph.D.
degree.
In case of failure, the final examination can be repeated
only once. ^ Top of page Who can apply? Applications are open to
applicants who meet the
requirements mentioned herein,
without regard to religion,
nationality, age, or gender. Italian Degree holders:
- "Laurea Magistrale" (or
"Specialistica"), according to DM n
° 509, of November 3, 1999
- Four- or five-year degree
according to the previous rules of the Italian higher education
system Foreign Degree holders:
Foreign degrees are considered
and their eligibility is assessed by
the Selection Committee.
The minimum duration of
university studies is equivalent to four years full time.
If admitted, foreign degree
holders are required to hand in
a "Dichiarazione di valore". This
document is not required to
apply (see documents for enrollment). Graduating Applicants:
applicants obtaining their degree
by no later than December 24,
2009 may apply (Italian or
foreign degree according to the
previous descriptions). Graduating applicants will be
accepted "under reserve" and
must send by e-mail to
phdapplications@imtlucca.it the
MS certificate or a declaration
under their own responsibility including a full list of exams with
obtained marks, not later than
the first working day after the
announced deadline for
graduating applicants. ^ Top of page Are there any scholarships? 6 scholarships will be assigned to
eligible candidates for each PhD
Program, according to the
ranking order resulting from the
admissions process. Some applicants may be eligible
for 3 additional INPDAP (Istituto
Nazionale di Previdenza per i
Dipendenti dell'Amministrazione
Pubblica) scholarships. More
details about INPDAP in attachment "A" of the Call. ^ Top of page How much is the scholarship
amount? Annual scholarship amounts are
+/- 13.638,00 Euros gross,
corresponding to +/- 2.260,00
Euros gross paid every two
months. ^ Top of page Are scholarships
concurrent? Scholarships cannot be combined
with other scholarships awarded
for any purpose, except for
those obtained to support
research activity during the
study period abroad. Students who had already
benefited from other Ph.D.
scholarship in Italy, can't be
entitled with a new one. ^ Top of page Could the scholarship be
increased for special
needs? After the first 14-16 months
dedicated to in-depth study
through educational and seminar
activities, other 6-12 months of
the Ph.D. Program are dedicated
to the completion of the educational path and to
research activity, carried out
mainly off-campus in
international universities and
research centers. This period is
directed towards data gathering and analysis, as well as towards
the drafting of reports on the
various research phases. At least 50% increase of the
scholarship amount may be
granted for such periods spent
abroad. ^ Top of page What does it happen to the
scholarship if I interrupt
the Ph.D. Program? Scholarships may be stopped in
cases of exclusion from the
school and at the end of each
year if a Ph.D. student
performance is not considered
satisfactory by the Scientific Board.
In case of exclusion due to
unjustified and prolonged
absences, the Ph.D. student will
be required to reimburse the
amount paid for the period during which the PhD student did
not attend courses and/or take
part in the activities defined by
the Scientific Board. ^ Top of page Should a non scholarship
recipient attend courses? All students who have enrolled
must attend the doctoral
courses and carry out scheduled
research and study activities at
IMT or in another institution as
authorized by the Coordinator or by the Scientific Board. ^ Top of page Are there any assigned
accomodation? PhD students may benefit from
free accomodation in shared
double rooms en-suite with
bathroom in Lucca (not available
during research/study periods
abroad). Accomodations will be assigned to eligible candidates,
according to the ranking order
resulting from the admissions
process. ^ Top of page Is the canteen service free
for every student? All Ph.D. students benefit from
free meals (lunch and dinner) 7
days a week, excepted during
the closing period of the School
(no more than 25 days a year). ^ Top of page Are there other facilities? Ph.D. students:
• Have access to the library facilities.
• Are covered by insurance against accidents and injuries
which may occur while they are
carrying out their Ph.D. activities.
• Benefit from IT experts support for: technical support,
software download for study /
research activities
• Have access to other facilities • Benefit from these facilities until obtainment of the Ph.D.
qualification.
Foreign Ph.D. students will benefit
from Italian language courses. ^ Top of page When do classes start? Classes begin in February 2012. ^ Top of page Who should I further inquire
about? Please, contact:
phdapplications@imtlucca.it
+39 0583 4326 561
at IMT - 2012 Italy-
Economics, Computer
Science and Engineering
etc 2 The IMT Institute for Advanced
Studies , Italy offers PhD
Scholarship for International students in Economics, Computer Science and Engineering,
Management of Cultural Heritage
and Institutions, Politics and
Policies. IMT Institute for
Advanced Studies Lucca is an
international Graduate School and Institute of Technology that
acts as a research university
with the aim of forming human capital -specifically with regard to its PhD programs- in
disciplines characterized by their
high potential for concrete application. IMT strives to reach the fusion of theoretical
comprehension and practical
relevance. The following goals
are at the core of IMT's mission
statement:
*to establish itself as a research center that promotes cutting-
edge research in key areas,
structuring its Ph.D. Programs in
close connection with research
activity;
*to attract top students, researchers and scholars
through competitive
international selections;
*to contribute to technological
innovation, economic growth and
social development Field of Study Economics, Computer Science and
Engineering, Management of
Cultural Heritage and
Institutions, Politics and Policies Eligibility: Applicants must have Knowledge
of the English language as
courses and seminars are held in
English. English is the official
language of all academic and
administrative activities. Foreign Ph.D. students will benefit from
Italian language and culture
courses. Italian Degree holders: - "Laurea Magistrale" (or "Specialistica"),
according to DM n° 509, of
November 3, 1999 - Four- or
five-year degree according to
the previous rules of the Italian
higher education system Foreign Degree holders: Foreign
degrees are considered and
their eligibility is assessed by the
Selection Committee. The
minimum duration of university
studies is equivalent to four years full time. If admitted,
foreign degree holders are
required to hand in a
"Dichiarazione di valore". This
document is not required to
apply (see documents for enrollment). Graduating Applicants: applicants
obtaining their degree by no
later than December 24, 2009
may apply (Italian or foreign
degree according to the
previous descriptions). Graduating applicants will be
accepted "under reserve" and
must send by e-mail to
phdapplications-at-imtlucca.it the
MS certificate or a declaration under their own responsibility
including a full list of exams with
obtained marks, not later than
the first working day after the
announced deadline for
graduating applicants. All applications would be
submitted Online Application Deadline September 28 2011 Contact Detail:
phdapplications@imtlucca.it
+39 0583 4326 561
FEQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION AND ANSWER
What kind of Ph.D. Programs are
offered at IMT? What kind of professional profile
will I acquire attending IMT Ph.D.
Programs ? How many students are enrolled
in each Program? How is the Ph.D. Program
organised? How long does it take to
complete the Program? Are courses held in English?
Should I learn Italian? Should I have to attend classes
and/or take exams? Could a Ph.D. Student be
excluded from the Program? Could I work while attending the
Ph.D. Program? Is there a final exam? Who can apply? Are there any scholarships? How much is the scholarship
amount? Are scholarships concurrent? Could the scholarship be
increased for special needs? What does it happen to the
scholarship if I interrupt the Ph.D.
Program? Should a non scholarship
recipient attend courses? Are there any assigned
accomodation? Is the canteen service free for
every student? Are there other facilities? When do classes start? Who should I further inquire
about? Answers: What kind of Ph.D. Programs
are offered at IMT? Competitions are open for
admission to the following Ph.D.
Programs at IMT:
- Computer Science and
Engineering
- Economics, Markets, Institutions - Management and Development
of Cultural Heritage
- Political Systems and
Institutional Change ^ Top of page What kind of professional
profile will I acquire
attending IMT Ph.D.
Programs ? Computer Science and
Engineering:
Graduates from the program are
qualified to work in universities,
public and industrial research
centers, and to take on professional roles and high-
profile tasks and responsibilities
in both private companies and
public institutions
Perspective students should
preferably have an undergraduate background in
computer science, engineering,
mathematics, physics, or
management science. Economics, Markets, Institutions
The main job opportunities are c/
o national and international,
public and private agencies and
institutions analyzing political
economics, public finance, market analysis and evaluation of the
reforms’ impact on the economic system; consultancy societies,
sectoral or national authorities,
big enterprises, national
institutions (Ministries, Local
Authorities) and EC institutions;
national and international universities. Institutions, Politics and Policies
As already stated while
describing the objectives of the
PhD, this Program aims at
forming students able to analyse
and compare political institutions and processes and public policies.
Holding this title, Doctors will
then be able to apply for jobs in:
-international organisations, the
institutions of the European
Union, NGOs; -national public administrations,
in positions where a particular
competence is required in the
evaluation of public policies and
institutional change;
-independent regulation authorities;
agencies producing geopolitical
and geoeconomics analyses for
private investors and think-
tanks;
-private firms requiring competence in the fields of
politics and public policies, above
all if internationally-oriented;
-consultancy to political decision-
makers; the academia. Management and Development of
Cultural Heritage
The program will enable
professionals to work at the
highest levels in the following
tipology of institutions: 1) Research Institutions involved
in the filed of Cultural Heritage;
History and modes of fruition of
immaterial goods; Art History;
History of Architecture and
Urbanism; History of the production, use and effect of
images.
2)Public and private Institutions
dealing with the concrete
management of Cultural
Heritage; Promotion of Culture and Tourism; Organization of
cultural events; Diffusion and
teaching of culture. ^ Top of page How many students are
enrolled in each Program? Up to 12 available student
positions per Ph.D. Program.
In the event of renunciation or
exclusion within 60 days from
the start of the Ph.D.course, the
first eligible applicant according to the general ranking will be
admitted to enrollment. In the
case of renunciation or exclusion
within the end of first academic
year, the Scientific Board can
cover the vacant position(s) with the first eligible applicant
according to the general ranking. ^ Top of page How is the Ph.D. Program
organised? IMT Ph.D. Programs, a natural
outgrowth of the Research
Areas, are taught in English. Ph.D. Programs at IMT have a
minimum duration of three years,
including off-campus study
periods, internships and research
in Italy or abroad, at public or
private institutions. The standard time for degree
completion ranges from three to
four years. Students play an active role
within the School research
projects, they are encouraged in
being creative in problem
solving,and can benefit from
study periods abroad in companies and institutions. Currently, the Ph.D. Programs
are divided into three phases:
- 4 terms: dedicated to in-depth
study through educational and
activities seminars, to education
interacting with research activity. Students have the
opportunity to focus on the
research fields they will work on
in the succeeding years;
- following year: dedicated to
the completion of the course of study and to research activity,
carried out mainly off-campus, in
international universities and
research centers. This period is
focused on data gathering and
analysis, as well as on reports on the various research phases;
- final semester: students finalize
their research project and write
the thesis. ^ Top of page How long does it take to
complete the Program? Ph.D. Programs at IMT have a
minimum duration of three years,
including off-campus study
periods, internships and research
in Italy or abroad, at public or
private institutions. The standard time for degree
completion ranges from three to
four years. ^ Top of page Are courses held in English?
Should I learn Italian? Knowledge of the English
language is compulsory. Courses
and seminars are held in English.
English is the official language of
all academic and administrative
activities. Foreign Ph.D. students will benefit
from Italian language and culture
courses. ^ Top of page Should I have to attend
classes and/or take exams? Ph.D. candidates, scholarship
holders or not, have to attend
classes, and take exams in order
to pass to next academic year.
They have to carry out research
and study activities scheduled in the program, at IMT or in
another institution, as
authorized by the Coordinator
or by the Scientific Board. ^ Top of page Could a Ph.D. Student be
excluded from the
Program? The Scientific Board may exclude
students from the School, with
the consequent loss of right to
the scholarship, in the following
circumstances:
- Negative assessment by the Scientific Board of the PhD
student's performance during
the previous academic year. For
this reason the Scientific Board
will assess the achievement of
expected results (Ph.D. students have to pass all exams) and the
regular attendance as well as
the commitment demonstrated
by Ph.D. student in her/his study
and research activities each
year; - Unjustified and prolonged
absences;
- The acceptance of a job not
consistent with students duties
and not authorized by the
Scientific Board; - False declarations;
- Other serious cases specified in
IMT Regulations. ^ Top of page Could I work while
attending the Ph.D.
Program? Work and regular job can be
accepted or covered with the
Scientific Board authorization, if
consistent with students duties. ^ Top of page Is there a final exam? At the end of their Ph.D.
Program, Ph.D. Students must
submit a thesis dissertation,
consisting of a suitable body of
original academic research. The
final exam takes place in front of the Evaluation Committee, and
consists of the public discussion
of the thesis. If sudents pass the
final exam, they obtain the Ph.D.
degree.
In case of failure, the final examination can be repeated
only once. ^ Top of page Who can apply? Applications are open to
applicants who meet the
requirements mentioned herein,
without regard to religion,
nationality, age, or gender. Italian Degree holders:
- "Laurea Magistrale" (or
"Specialistica"), according to DM n
° 509, of November 3, 1999
- Four- or five-year degree
according to the previous rules of the Italian higher education
system Foreign Degree holders:
Foreign degrees are considered
and their eligibility is assessed by
the Selection Committee.
The minimum duration of
university studies is equivalent to four years full time.
If admitted, foreign degree
holders are required to hand in
a "Dichiarazione di valore". This
document is not required to
apply (see documents for enrollment). Graduating Applicants:
applicants obtaining their degree
by no later than December 24,
2009 may apply (Italian or
foreign degree according to the
previous descriptions). Graduating applicants will be
accepted "under reserve" and
must send by e-mail to
phdapplications@imtlucca.it the
MS certificate or a declaration
under their own responsibility including a full list of exams with
obtained marks, not later than
the first working day after the
announced deadline for
graduating applicants. ^ Top of page Are there any scholarships? 6 scholarships will be assigned to
eligible candidates for each PhD
Program, according to the
ranking order resulting from the
admissions process. Some applicants may be eligible
for 3 additional INPDAP (Istituto
Nazionale di Previdenza per i
Dipendenti dell'Amministrazione
Pubblica) scholarships. More
details about INPDAP in attachment "A" of the Call. ^ Top of page How much is the scholarship
amount? Annual scholarship amounts are
+/- 13.638,00 Euros gross,
corresponding to +/- 2.260,00
Euros gross paid every two
months. ^ Top of page Are scholarships
concurrent? Scholarships cannot be combined
with other scholarships awarded
for any purpose, except for
those obtained to support
research activity during the
study period abroad. Students who had already
benefited from other Ph.D.
scholarship in Italy, can't be
entitled with a new one. ^ Top of page Could the scholarship be
increased for special
needs? After the first 14-16 months
dedicated to in-depth study
through educational and seminar
activities, other 6-12 months of
the Ph.D. Program are dedicated
to the completion of the educational path and to
research activity, carried out
mainly off-campus in
international universities and
research centers. This period is
directed towards data gathering and analysis, as well as towards
the drafting of reports on the
various research phases. At least 50% increase of the
scholarship amount may be
granted for such periods spent
abroad. ^ Top of page What does it happen to the
scholarship if I interrupt
the Ph.D. Program? Scholarships may be stopped in
cases of exclusion from the
school and at the end of each
year if a Ph.D. student
performance is not considered
satisfactory by the Scientific Board.
In case of exclusion due to
unjustified and prolonged
absences, the Ph.D. student will
be required to reimburse the
amount paid for the period during which the PhD student did
not attend courses and/or take
part in the activities defined by
the Scientific Board. ^ Top of page Should a non scholarship
recipient attend courses? All students who have enrolled
must attend the doctoral
courses and carry out scheduled
research and study activities at
IMT or in another institution as
authorized by the Coordinator or by the Scientific Board. ^ Top of page Are there any assigned
accomodation? PhD students may benefit from
free accomodation in shared
double rooms en-suite with
bathroom in Lucca (not available
during research/study periods
abroad). Accomodations will be assigned to eligible candidates,
according to the ranking order
resulting from the admissions
process. ^ Top of page Is the canteen service free
for every student? All Ph.D. students benefit from
free meals (lunch and dinner) 7
days a week, excepted during
the closing period of the School
(no more than 25 days a year). ^ Top of page Are there other facilities? Ph.D. students:
• Have access to the library facilities.
• Are covered by insurance against accidents and injuries
which may occur while they are
carrying out their Ph.D. activities.
• Benefit from IT experts support for: technical support,
software download for study /
research activities
• Have access to other facilities • Benefit from these facilities until obtainment of the Ph.D.
qualification.
Foreign Ph.D. students will benefit
from Italian language courses. ^ Top of page When do classes start? Classes begin in February 2012. ^ Top of page Who should I further inquire
about? Please, contact:
phdapplications@imtlucca.it
+39 0583 4326 561
Saturday, 21 May 2011
SHELL NIGERIA UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT 2010/2011.
The 2010/2011 Shell University
Undergraduate Scholarship
Scheme for Nigerian Students is
currently available until 20th of
June 2011. Shell Petroleum
Development Company of Nigeria Limited (Operator of the NNPC/
SHELL /TEPN/AGIP Joint Venture)
is offering first year students in
all Nigerian universities the
opportunity to study with an
annual grant from the SPDC Joint Venture for the full
duration of their course. The
programme aims to promote
academic excellence and improve
skills among young Nigerians. This
scholarship program is offered annually. Eligibility There are two categories within
the scholarship - the National
Merit Award (NM) and the Areas
of Operation Merit Award, East
or West (OE or OW). 1. National Merit Award
(NM) The National Merit Award (NM)
University Scholarship is open to
all Nigerian first year degree
students in Nigerian universities
who are NOT indigenes of SPDC’ s operational areas (in Abia, Akwa
Ibom, Bayelsa, Delta, Imo, and
Rivers States). Applications must
be sent in writing using the
application format below only
and sent in an envelope clearly marked 2010/2011 NM Award. 2a. Areas of Operation
Merit Award, East (OE) The Areas of Operation Merit
Award, East (OE) University
Scholarship is open to first year
degree students in Nigerian
universities who are indigenes of
SPDC’ s operational areas in Abia, Akwa Ibom, Imo, Rivers and
Bayelsa States (excluding
indigenes of Ekeremor and
Sagbama Local Government
Areas). Applications must be sent
in writing using the format below only and sent in an envelope
clearly marked 2010/2011 OE
Award. 2b. Areas of Operation
Merit Award, West (OW) The Areas of Operation Merit
Award, West (OW) University
Scholarship is open to first year
degree students in Nigerian
universities who are indigenes of
SPDC’ s operational areas in Bayelsa (i.e. indigenes of
Ekeremor and Sagbama Local
Government Areas), and Delta
States. Applications must be sent
in writing using the format below
only and sent in an envelope clearly marked 2010/2011 OW
Award. How to Apply Undergraduate students who
meet the above entry
qualifications should apply by
submitting a resume containing
the information listed below: * Surname
* Other Name(s)
* Title (i.e. Mr, Mrs, or Miss).
* Award Type applied for (i.e.
Quoting one of the above
References) * Session of Admission
* Mode of Admission (i.e.
Remedial, UTME, Direct Entry)
* Entry Level
* Programme Type (i.e. CEC,
Distance Learning, Diploma, Full Time, ISLT, or Part Time)
* University
* Course & Duration
* Matriculation Number
* Degree in View
* JAMB Registration Number * JAMB (UME) Score
* State of Origin
* Local Government Area
* Home Town
* Community (for OE /OW Award
Applicants) * Postal Address: {Do not use
post office boxes, as mails will be
posted, by courier, except
otherwise indicated}
* Residential Address: {This
should reflect the House Number, Street, Town / City, and State}
* Email Address
* Telephone Number
* Physical Disability (If any,
attach evidence)
* Signature and Date Applications must be accompanied
by:
1. Two recent passport-sized
photographs of the applicant
stapled to the top right hand
corner of the resume (including name, school & course written
on the back of the
photographs);
2. Photocopy of university or
JAMB (UTME or D/E) admission
letter; 3. Photocopy of Unified Tertiary
Matriculation Examinations
(UTME) scores;
4. Photocopy of ‘ O’ Level result (s); and ‘ A’ Level /OND /NCE result(s) as applicable; and
5. Letter of identification from
State of origin (showing Local
Government).
6. For applicants for the
Operational Area Award, letters of identification must be stamped
and signed by:
a) The paramount ruler of the
community; and
b) The Chairman of the
Community Development or Executive Council (CDC or CEC). Submission Procedure Applications must be addressed
to:
The Head, Tertiary Scholarships,
(CXUI/F)
The Shell Petroleum Development
Company of Nigeria Limited P. O. Box. 230, Warri, Delta State. Application Deadline Applications must be sent to the
above address on or before
Monday, 20 June, 2011.
Only shortlisted candidates will
be contacted.
Source:
Shell Scholarship announcement Webpage
Undergraduate Scholarship
Scheme for Nigerian Students is
currently available until 20th of
June 2011. Shell Petroleum
Development Company of Nigeria Limited (Operator of the NNPC/
SHELL /TEPN/AGIP Joint Venture)
is offering first year students in
all Nigerian universities the
opportunity to study with an
annual grant from the SPDC Joint Venture for the full
duration of their course. The
programme aims to promote
academic excellence and improve
skills among young Nigerians. This
scholarship program is offered annually. Eligibility There are two categories within
the scholarship - the National
Merit Award (NM) and the Areas
of Operation Merit Award, East
or West (OE or OW). 1. National Merit Award
(NM) The National Merit Award (NM)
University Scholarship is open to
all Nigerian first year degree
students in Nigerian universities
who are NOT indigenes of SPDC’ s operational areas (in Abia, Akwa
Ibom, Bayelsa, Delta, Imo, and
Rivers States). Applications must
be sent in writing using the
application format below only
and sent in an envelope clearly marked 2010/2011 NM Award. 2a. Areas of Operation
Merit Award, East (OE) The Areas of Operation Merit
Award, East (OE) University
Scholarship is open to first year
degree students in Nigerian
universities who are indigenes of
SPDC’ s operational areas in Abia, Akwa Ibom, Imo, Rivers and
Bayelsa States (excluding
indigenes of Ekeremor and
Sagbama Local Government
Areas). Applications must be sent
in writing using the format below only and sent in an envelope
clearly marked 2010/2011 OE
Award. 2b. Areas of Operation
Merit Award, West (OW) The Areas of Operation Merit
Award, West (OW) University
Scholarship is open to first year
degree students in Nigerian
universities who are indigenes of
SPDC’ s operational areas in Bayelsa (i.e. indigenes of
Ekeremor and Sagbama Local
Government Areas), and Delta
States. Applications must be sent
in writing using the format below
only and sent in an envelope clearly marked 2010/2011 OW
Award. How to Apply Undergraduate students who
meet the above entry
qualifications should apply by
submitting a resume containing
the information listed below: * Surname
* Other Name(s)
* Title (i.e. Mr, Mrs, or Miss).
* Award Type applied for (i.e.
Quoting one of the above
References) * Session of Admission
* Mode of Admission (i.e.
Remedial, UTME, Direct Entry)
* Entry Level
* Programme Type (i.e. CEC,
Distance Learning, Diploma, Full Time, ISLT, or Part Time)
* University
* Course & Duration
* Matriculation Number
* Degree in View
* JAMB Registration Number * JAMB (UME) Score
* State of Origin
* Local Government Area
* Home Town
* Community (for OE /OW Award
Applicants) * Postal Address: {Do not use
post office boxes, as mails will be
posted, by courier, except
otherwise indicated}
* Residential Address: {This
should reflect the House Number, Street, Town / City, and State}
* Email Address
* Telephone Number
* Physical Disability (If any,
attach evidence)
* Signature and Date Applications must be accompanied
by:
1. Two recent passport-sized
photographs of the applicant
stapled to the top right hand
corner of the resume (including name, school & course written
on the back of the
photographs);
2. Photocopy of university or
JAMB (UTME or D/E) admission
letter; 3. Photocopy of Unified Tertiary
Matriculation Examinations
(UTME) scores;
4. Photocopy of ‘ O’ Level result (s); and ‘ A’ Level /OND /NCE result(s) as applicable; and
5. Letter of identification from
State of origin (showing Local
Government).
6. For applicants for the
Operational Area Award, letters of identification must be stamped
and signed by:
a) The paramount ruler of the
community; and
b) The Chairman of the
Community Development or Executive Council (CDC or CEC). Submission Procedure Applications must be addressed
to:
The Head, Tertiary Scholarships,
(CXUI/F)
The Shell Petroleum Development
Company of Nigeria Limited P. O. Box. 230, Warri, Delta State. Application Deadline Applications must be sent to the
above address on or before
Monday, 20 June, 2011.
Only shortlisted candidates will
be contacted.
Source:
Shell Scholarship announcement Webpage
Friday, 20 May 2011
Friday, 13 May 2011
MURTALA MOHAMMED POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP 2011 FOR NIGERIAN STUDENTS AT LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY UK
London Metropolitan University is pleased to announce the Murtala
Mohammed Scholarship for
2011/2012 academic year open
to Nigerian postgraduate
students to study for Masters in
Science Degrees. The scholarship is a full tuition fee scholarship
for a Nigerian student in the
name of the Late General
Murtala Mohammed, in any of
the university's Business and
Management Masters programme.
All applications must be made via the Nigeria Office. Eligibility Criteria: • First Class Degree in a Business and Management related course
• Obtain a conditional offer of admission to London Metropolitan
University. Eligible Course of Study * Business and Management
MRes
* Business Economics MA * Business Economics MSc
* Business Economics and Finance
MSc
* Business and Management
MRes
* Business Psychology MSc * Corporate Social Responsibility
MA
* International Business MA
* International Business and
Banking MA
* International Business and Finance MSc * International Business and
Marketing MA
* International Business
Management MA
* International Sports
Management MA * Marketing MA
* Masters of Business Administration MBA (requires 3 yrs managerial work experience)
* Health and Social Care Management MA
* Information Management MRes
* Information Management MA
* International Tourism
Management MA
* International Hotel and Restaurant Management MA
* International Events
Management MA
* International Sports
Management MSc
* Management MRes * Management Studies MA
* Master of Public Administration
MPA
* Music Industry Management MA
* Public Services Management MA
* Purchasing and Supply Chain Management MSc How to Apply: Submit a completed London
Metropolitan University application form Obtain a conditional offer of
admission, then apply in writing
to the Nigeria Office.
Include your CV and a personal
statement (which should state
the reasons why you should be awarded the scholarship).
Only successful applicants will be
contacted and will be required to
attend an interview. Application Deadline 14 June 2010 Direct Application Form For further enquiries please
contact
London Metropolitan University
Nigeria Office
4th Floor Africa Re. Building
Plot 1679 Karimu Kotun Street Victoria Island, Lagos
Tel: 01 4613751, 01 2704241
Fax: 01 4613750
Email: Nigeria[at]londonmet.ac.uk Source: Dr Murtala Mohammed Scholarship for Nigerian Students
Mohammed Scholarship for
2011/2012 academic year open
to Nigerian postgraduate
students to study for Masters in
Science Degrees. The scholarship is a full tuition fee scholarship
for a Nigerian student in the
name of the Late General
Murtala Mohammed, in any of
the university's Business and
Management Masters programme.
All applications must be made via the Nigeria Office. Eligibility Criteria: • First Class Degree in a Business and Management related course
• Obtain a conditional offer of admission to London Metropolitan
University. Eligible Course of Study * Business and Management
MRes
* Business Economics MA * Business Economics MSc
* Business Economics and Finance
MSc
* Business and Management
MRes
* Business Psychology MSc * Corporate Social Responsibility
MA
* International Business MA
* International Business and
Banking MA
* International Business and Finance MSc * International Business and
Marketing MA
* International Business
Management MA
* International Sports
Management MA * Marketing MA
* Masters of Business Administration MBA (requires 3 yrs managerial work experience)
* Health and Social Care Management MA
* Information Management MRes
* Information Management MA
* International Tourism
Management MA
* International Hotel and Restaurant Management MA
* International Events
Management MA
* International Sports
Management MSc
* Management MRes * Management Studies MA
* Master of Public Administration
MPA
* Music Industry Management MA
* Public Services Management MA
* Purchasing and Supply Chain Management MSc How to Apply: Submit a completed London
Metropolitan University application form Obtain a conditional offer of
admission, then apply in writing
to the Nigeria Office.
Include your CV and a personal
statement (which should state
the reasons why you should be awarded the scholarship).
Only successful applicants will be
contacted and will be required to
attend an interview. Application Deadline 14 June 2010 Direct Application Form For further enquiries please
contact
London Metropolitan University
Nigeria Office
4th Floor Africa Re. Building
Plot 1679 Karimu Kotun Street Victoria Island, Lagos
Tel: 01 4613751, 01 2704241
Fax: 01 4613750
Email: Nigeria[at]londonmet.ac.uk Source: Dr Murtala Mohammed Scholarship for Nigerian Students
NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY NIGERIA SCHOLARSHIPS-MASTERS
Newcastle University is pleased
to offer a scholarship scheme
specifically for high achieving
Nigerian students looking to
study a postgraduate
programme in the 2011/2012 academic year. Closing Date: 30th June 2011 The Newcastle University’ s International Office is offering
two (2) Newcastle University Nigeria Scholarship (NU Nigeria Scholarship) awards to Nigerian
students for postgraduate
studies. The scholarships are available for high achieving
Nigerian students applying for
entry onto postgraduate taught
degree or research programmes
within the Faculties of Humanities
Arts and Social Sciences (HASS), Science, Agriculture and
Engineering (SAgE), and Medical Sciences (FMS) commencing their
studies in September 2011. Scholarship Worth Each scholarship recipient will
receive £3,000, payable towards
the first year of tuition fees. Course of study Faculties of;
• Humanities Arts and Social Sciences (HASS),
• Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE), an
• Medical Sciences (FMS) Eligibility To be eligible to apply for a NU
Nigeria Scholarship:
• You must have been offered a place on any postgraduate
degree programme in the
faculties of HASS, SAgE or FMS
• You should be a Nigerian national and have been assessed
as international/overseas for
fees purposes.
• You have a First Class Bachelors degree from a recognized Nigerian University
and satisfy all other
requirements
• You intend to register to start your studies during the 2011-12
academic year
• You are a self-funded student and not in receipt of other
University or external awards How to Apply The scholarship scheme is applied
for via separate application form including a personal statement of
no more than 500 words.
Completed application forms
should be sent to: africa.io@
ncl.ac.uk Application Deadline The closing date for receipt of
applications is Thursday, 30th
June 2011. Country managers will award
scholarship on the basis of best
qualified students and content of
personal statement - in
consultation with Head of
International Recruitment and faculty representatives.
Please note that NU Nigeria
Scholarship applications cannot
be considered for candidates
unless they have already applied
for and been offered a place to study at the University. English Language
Requirements Students from Nigeria require an English language qualification to enter programmes at the
University. English language
requirements can vary from
programme to programme. See
below for the Newcastle
University equivalence of Nigerian English language qualifications to
IELTS score as published in NU
online prospectuses at
www.ncl.ac.uk:
IELTS Requirement (score)
Equivalent Nigerian Qualification Requirement (WAEC/SSCE)
• IELTS 6.0 C6
• IELTS 6.5 C5
• IELTS 7.0 C4
• IELTS 7.0 C4
• IELTS 7.0 C4
• IELTS 7.5 B3
Contact Details International Office
Newcastle University
King's Gate
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 7RU
United Kingdom Telephone: +44 191 222 6856
Email: africa.io@ncl.ac.uk http://www.ncl.ac.uk/
postgraduate/assets/documents/
country
to offer a scholarship scheme
specifically for high achieving
Nigerian students looking to
study a postgraduate
programme in the 2011/2012 academic year. Closing Date: 30th June 2011 The Newcastle University’ s International Office is offering
two (2) Newcastle University Nigeria Scholarship (NU Nigeria Scholarship) awards to Nigerian
students for postgraduate
studies. The scholarships are available for high achieving
Nigerian students applying for
entry onto postgraduate taught
degree or research programmes
within the Faculties of Humanities
Arts and Social Sciences (HASS), Science, Agriculture and
Engineering (SAgE), and Medical Sciences (FMS) commencing their
studies in September 2011. Scholarship Worth Each scholarship recipient will
receive £3,000, payable towards
the first year of tuition fees. Course of study Faculties of;
• Humanities Arts and Social Sciences (HASS),
• Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE), an
• Medical Sciences (FMS) Eligibility To be eligible to apply for a NU
Nigeria Scholarship:
• You must have been offered a place on any postgraduate
degree programme in the
faculties of HASS, SAgE or FMS
• You should be a Nigerian national and have been assessed
as international/overseas for
fees purposes.
• You have a First Class Bachelors degree from a recognized Nigerian University
and satisfy all other
requirements
• You intend to register to start your studies during the 2011-12
academic year
• You are a self-funded student and not in receipt of other
University or external awards How to Apply The scholarship scheme is applied
for via separate application form including a personal statement of
no more than 500 words.
Completed application forms
should be sent to: africa.io@
ncl.ac.uk Application Deadline The closing date for receipt of
applications is Thursday, 30th
June 2011. Country managers will award
scholarship on the basis of best
qualified students and content of
personal statement - in
consultation with Head of
International Recruitment and faculty representatives.
Please note that NU Nigeria
Scholarship applications cannot
be considered for candidates
unless they have already applied
for and been offered a place to study at the University. English Language
Requirements Students from Nigeria require an English language qualification to enter programmes at the
University. English language
requirements can vary from
programme to programme. See
below for the Newcastle
University equivalence of Nigerian English language qualifications to
IELTS score as published in NU
online prospectuses at
www.ncl.ac.uk:
IELTS Requirement (score)
Equivalent Nigerian Qualification Requirement (WAEC/SSCE)
• IELTS 6.0 C6
• IELTS 6.5 C5
• IELTS 7.0 C4
• IELTS 7.0 C4
• IELTS 7.0 C4
• IELTS 7.5 B3
Contact Details International Office
Newcastle University
King's Gate
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 7RU
United Kingdom Telephone: +44 191 222 6856
Email: africa.io@ncl.ac.uk http://www.ncl.ac.uk/
postgraduate/assets/documents/
country
UK STUDENT VISA IN NIGERIA 2011 - REQUIREMENTS AND HOW TO APPLY
I have put this information
together on how you can apply
and process your UK Student
Visa in Nigeria risk free from the Official UK Visa Application
Website and officer in Nigeria. VFS Global is a commercial
company, working in partnership
with UK Border Agency in Nigeria
to provide services to help
people apply for visa to enter the UK.
VFS also manages visa application
centres for the UK Border
Agency here in Nigeria, where
you should submit your visa
application, supporting documents and biometric data. From 2 November all student,
first time visitor and points-
based applications will be
processed by the UK Border
Agency in Abuja. Your documents
and passport will be forwarded by commercial courier from the
visa application centre where
you made your application to the
UK Border Agency at the British
High Commission in Abuja, where
your visa application will be processed and a decision taken.
There will be no extra cost for
these internal courier services. When to Apply for Visa You can apply 3 months in
advance of your intended date
of travel to the UK to commence
study. Applicants are strongly
advised not to make their travel
arrangements to enter the UK until they have received their
visa. Fees for Study Visa -
Points Based System Tier 4 Student applicant - main
applicant and dependants
(visa duration for main applicants
and their dependants is subject
to length of study. Study below
degree level is limited to three years maximum duration)
N55,000
Chevening Scholarship or
Fellowship
Free of charge
British Marshall Scholarship Free of charge
Fulbright Scholarship
Free of charge
Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships Plan
Free of charge How to Pay Visa Application Fees You can pay your visa application
fee in one of two ways:
* At a Sterling Bank. Sterling
Bank is contracted to collect UK
visa application fees. Payment
can be made at one of 50 bank branches nationwide.
* At the visa application centre.
If you are paying at one of the
visa application centres a service
charge of 500 Naira will be made.
Any other request for payment should be refused and reported
to the UK Border Agency at the
British High Commission in Abuja
or the British Deputy High
Commission in Lagos. Once you have paid the visa fee,
there is nothing else to pay,
either before or after the
decision has been made on your
application. If anyone contacts
you and asks for more money in connection with your application,
it is a scam suspect. If anyone
tells you that they can get you
a visa if you pay a bribe, it is
also a scam suspect. Report scam at Lagos.VisaFraud@fco.gov.uk Refunds: Your visa application fee
will be refunded only if the
application is withdrawn in
writing prior to any processing
taking place or if your biometric
information has not been taken. Refunds will not be given if your
application is refused or if a long
term visit visa is granted for less
than the period applied for.
These fees are effective for all
visa applications made from 22 November 2010. How to apply There are 8 steps to complete
the visa application process
Step 1 - Check if you need a
visa
Obviously, you will need a
student visa to study in UK as a Nigerian student.
Step 2 - Read the information on
your visa category
Before you decide to apply for a visa please make sure you familiarize yourself with the
information on the visa category
you are applying for; in this case
you are applying for a study
visa. Quick links to information on
visa categories and other helpful information can be found on the
'Visa Information' page on the official website. Step 3 - Complete your visa application form Complete a visa application form
for the study visa. Visa
application forms and guidance
are available on the UK Border
Agency website. Ensure that you
complete all the sections correctly. Sections 1 and 2 are
vital to considering your
application. If you make a
mistake in filling in any of the
sections you will need to make
the change on the form and sign against it.
Step 4 - Prepare your
supporting documents
Please refer to the 'required documents' page on the website, as well as the guidance
and the supporting documents
listed on the back of your visa
application form.
You must submit original
documents or attested copies, with a photocopy of each of
these documents. Ensure to
provide translations of any
supporting documents that are
not in English.
Step 5 - Pay your visa application fee
See above for information about
how to pay your visa application
fee.
Step 6. Visit the visa application
centre You must submit your visa
application and all your
supporting documents in person
at a visa application centre. You
cannot submit your visa
application through an agent, friend or family member because
you will need to submit your
biometric data. The contact
details of the visa application
centres can be found below this
page. A visa application can only be processed after your
biometrics have been taken. Required Documents You will need to bring along the
following documents:
* Completed and signed visa
application form.
* Supporting documents relevant
to the study visa category you are applying for with copy of
each original document.
* The visa application fee or
proof of payment from the
Sterling Bank.
* Your signed and valid passport or refugee travel document with
at least 1 blank page (both
sides) so the visa can be
inserted.
* A photocopy of your passport
and data page (the page which has your photograph and
personal details)
* 1 recent passport-sized (45mm
high x 35mm wide) colour
photograph of yourself. The
photograph should be: - Taken against a light grey or
cream background. It should be
in sharp focus, clear and of good
quality, free from shadows.
- Printed on normal photographic
paper. - Taken with nothing covering
the face, without sunglasses or
tinted spectacles, or a head
covering unless worn for
religious or medical reasons. The
subject should have their mouth closed (no grinning, frowning or
raised eyebrows) and the
applicant should be facing
forwarding, looking straight
ahead.
- The photograph should be a recent true likeness and taken
within the last 6 months.
Please note: Photographs which
do not meet these specifications
will not be accepted.
Step 7. Wait for a decision Please wait for a decision on
your visa application. You can
refer to the 'Processing Times' page on the website for information on processing times. Interviews Issue or refusal of a visa is
based on the assessment of
your application by a UK Border
Agency visa officer. The visa
officer may decide to interview
you if they need more information before making a
decision on your application. All
interviews will be conducted by
UK Border Agency staff. Should
an interview be required then
you will be offered the first available interview date.
Step 8. Collect the decision on
your visa
VFS will inform you when your
documents are ready for
collection. You can collect the decision on your visa and
documents from the visa
application centre where you
submitted your visa application. If you are issued a visa, please
check it. You should make sure
that:
* your personal details are
correct
* it correctly states the purpose for which you want to travel to
the UK, and
* it is valid for the date on
which you want to travel. (You
can ask for it to be post-dated
for up to three months if you do not plan to travel immediately).
If you think there is anything
wrong with your visa, please
contact the visa application
centre immediately. Using Visa/Travel Agents You may decide to submit your
visa application using an
independent travel agent,
immigration agent or consultant.
These agents will charge for
their services. You should be careful when
dealing with agents who make
unrealistic claims. Agents cannot
guarantee that they will be able
to obtain a work or study visa
for you. They cannot guarantee that your application will be
resolved without an interview.
They cannot guarantee the
outcome of your visa application.
Some agents charge exorbitant
fees for their services - often many times the actual cost of
the visa. If an agent charges you
anything more than a small and
reasonable service charge, they
may be overcharging you or
they may be supplying you with false documents and statements.
Visa officers will detect false
documents and statements, and
your visa application will be
refused. If you provide false
information, documents or passports in support of your
visa application, you will be
refused a visa and all future
applications will be refused for
up to 10 years. Remember the
visa application is your application. You are the owner of
the information and any
supporting documentation. A
genuine agent will only be able
to help you to complete the
form and advise you what supporting documents you need
to include. If you consider that
you have been misled or cheated
by an agent, then you should
report the matter to the police. Visa Application Centres in
Nigeria Abuja - Nigeria
VF Global Services Nigeria Ltd.
No 38, Lobito Crescent, Wuse II
Abuja - Nigeria
Lagos - (Lekki)
Block - 94, Plot No. 23, Providence Street,
Lekki EPE Express Way,
Lekki Schemen 1, Lagos
Lagos - (Ikeja)
Ground and 1 Floor, 16,
Billingsway Oregun Industrial Area, Ikeja
Operating hours
Application submission
Monday - Friday: 08.00 - 15:00
Passport collection
Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 16.00 Visa enquiries
VFS call centre
Landline: 07042848040
Operating hours: Monday to
Friday: 08:00-15:00.
info.ukng@vfshelpline.com. UK Border Agency
addresses UK Border Agency
British High Commission
Dangote House
Aguyi Ironsi Street
Maitama District
Abuja UK Border Agency
British Deputy High Commission
11 Walter Carrington Crescent
Victoria Island
Lagos
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together on how you can apply
and process your UK Student
Visa in Nigeria risk free from the Official UK Visa Application
Website and officer in Nigeria. VFS Global is a commercial
company, working in partnership
with UK Border Agency in Nigeria
to provide services to help
people apply for visa to enter the UK.
VFS also manages visa application
centres for the UK Border
Agency here in Nigeria, where
you should submit your visa
application, supporting documents and biometric data. From 2 November all student,
first time visitor and points-
based applications will be
processed by the UK Border
Agency in Abuja. Your documents
and passport will be forwarded by commercial courier from the
visa application centre where
you made your application to the
UK Border Agency at the British
High Commission in Abuja, where
your visa application will be processed and a decision taken.
There will be no extra cost for
these internal courier services. When to Apply for Visa You can apply 3 months in
advance of your intended date
of travel to the UK to commence
study. Applicants are strongly
advised not to make their travel
arrangements to enter the UK until they have received their
visa. Fees for Study Visa -
Points Based System Tier 4 Student applicant - main
applicant and dependants
(visa duration for main applicants
and their dependants is subject
to length of study. Study below
degree level is limited to three years maximum duration)
N55,000
Chevening Scholarship or
Fellowship
Free of charge
British Marshall Scholarship Free of charge
Fulbright Scholarship
Free of charge
Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships Plan
Free of charge How to Pay Visa Application Fees You can pay your visa application
fee in one of two ways:
* At a Sterling Bank. Sterling
Bank is contracted to collect UK
visa application fees. Payment
can be made at one of 50 bank branches nationwide.
* At the visa application centre.
If you are paying at one of the
visa application centres a service
charge of 500 Naira will be made.
Any other request for payment should be refused and reported
to the UK Border Agency at the
British High Commission in Abuja
or the British Deputy High
Commission in Lagos. Once you have paid the visa fee,
there is nothing else to pay,
either before or after the
decision has been made on your
application. If anyone contacts
you and asks for more money in connection with your application,
it is a scam suspect. If anyone
tells you that they can get you
a visa if you pay a bribe, it is
also a scam suspect. Report scam at Lagos.VisaFraud@fco.gov.uk Refunds: Your visa application fee
will be refunded only if the
application is withdrawn in
writing prior to any processing
taking place or if your biometric
information has not been taken. Refunds will not be given if your
application is refused or if a long
term visit visa is granted for less
than the period applied for.
These fees are effective for all
visa applications made from 22 November 2010. How to apply There are 8 steps to complete
the visa application process
Step 1 - Check if you need a
visa
Obviously, you will need a
student visa to study in UK as a Nigerian student.
Step 2 - Read the information on
your visa category
Before you decide to apply for a visa please make sure you familiarize yourself with the
information on the visa category
you are applying for; in this case
you are applying for a study
visa. Quick links to information on
visa categories and other helpful information can be found on the
'Visa Information' page on the official website. Step 3 - Complete your visa application form Complete a visa application form
for the study visa. Visa
application forms and guidance
are available on the UK Border
Agency website. Ensure that you
complete all the sections correctly. Sections 1 and 2 are
vital to considering your
application. If you make a
mistake in filling in any of the
sections you will need to make
the change on the form and sign against it.
Step 4 - Prepare your
supporting documents
Please refer to the 'required documents' page on the website, as well as the guidance
and the supporting documents
listed on the back of your visa
application form.
You must submit original
documents or attested copies, with a photocopy of each of
these documents. Ensure to
provide translations of any
supporting documents that are
not in English.
Step 5 - Pay your visa application fee
See above for information about
how to pay your visa application
fee.
Step 6. Visit the visa application
centre You must submit your visa
application and all your
supporting documents in person
at a visa application centre. You
cannot submit your visa
application through an agent, friend or family member because
you will need to submit your
biometric data. The contact
details of the visa application
centres can be found below this
page. A visa application can only be processed after your
biometrics have been taken. Required Documents You will need to bring along the
following documents:
* Completed and signed visa
application form.
* Supporting documents relevant
to the study visa category you are applying for with copy of
each original document.
* The visa application fee or
proof of payment from the
Sterling Bank.
* Your signed and valid passport or refugee travel document with
at least 1 blank page (both
sides) so the visa can be
inserted.
* A photocopy of your passport
and data page (the page which has your photograph and
personal details)
* 1 recent passport-sized (45mm
high x 35mm wide) colour
photograph of yourself. The
photograph should be: - Taken against a light grey or
cream background. It should be
in sharp focus, clear and of good
quality, free from shadows.
- Printed on normal photographic
paper. - Taken with nothing covering
the face, without sunglasses or
tinted spectacles, or a head
covering unless worn for
religious or medical reasons. The
subject should have their mouth closed (no grinning, frowning or
raised eyebrows) and the
applicant should be facing
forwarding, looking straight
ahead.
- The photograph should be a recent true likeness and taken
within the last 6 months.
Please note: Photographs which
do not meet these specifications
will not be accepted.
Step 7. Wait for a decision Please wait for a decision on
your visa application. You can
refer to the 'Processing Times' page on the website for information on processing times. Interviews Issue or refusal of a visa is
based on the assessment of
your application by a UK Border
Agency visa officer. The visa
officer may decide to interview
you if they need more information before making a
decision on your application. All
interviews will be conducted by
UK Border Agency staff. Should
an interview be required then
you will be offered the first available interview date.
Step 8. Collect the decision on
your visa
VFS will inform you when your
documents are ready for
collection. You can collect the decision on your visa and
documents from the visa
application centre where you
submitted your visa application. If you are issued a visa, please
check it. You should make sure
that:
* your personal details are
correct
* it correctly states the purpose for which you want to travel to
the UK, and
* it is valid for the date on
which you want to travel. (You
can ask for it to be post-dated
for up to three months if you do not plan to travel immediately).
If you think there is anything
wrong with your visa, please
contact the visa application
centre immediately. Using Visa/Travel Agents You may decide to submit your
visa application using an
independent travel agent,
immigration agent or consultant.
These agents will charge for
their services. You should be careful when
dealing with agents who make
unrealistic claims. Agents cannot
guarantee that they will be able
to obtain a work or study visa
for you. They cannot guarantee that your application will be
resolved without an interview.
They cannot guarantee the
outcome of your visa application.
Some agents charge exorbitant
fees for their services - often many times the actual cost of
the visa. If an agent charges you
anything more than a small and
reasonable service charge, they
may be overcharging you or
they may be supplying you with false documents and statements.
Visa officers will detect false
documents and statements, and
your visa application will be
refused. If you provide false
information, documents or passports in support of your
visa application, you will be
refused a visa and all future
applications will be refused for
up to 10 years. Remember the
visa application is your application. You are the owner of
the information and any
supporting documentation. A
genuine agent will only be able
to help you to complete the
form and advise you what supporting documents you need
to include. If you consider that
you have been misled or cheated
by an agent, then you should
report the matter to the police. Visa Application Centres in
Nigeria Abuja - Nigeria
VF Global Services Nigeria Ltd.
No 38, Lobito Crescent, Wuse II
Abuja - Nigeria
Lagos - (Lekki)
Block - 94, Plot No. 23, Providence Street,
Lekki EPE Express Way,
Lekki Schemen 1, Lagos
Lagos - (Ikeja)
Ground and 1 Floor, 16,
Billingsway Oregun Industrial Area, Ikeja
Operating hours
Application submission
Monday - Friday: 08.00 - 15:00
Passport collection
Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 16.00 Visa enquiries
VFS call centre
Landline: 07042848040
Operating hours: Monday to
Friday: 08:00-15:00.
info.ukng@vfshelpline.com. UK Border Agency
addresses UK Border Agency
British High Commission
Dangote House
Aguyi Ironsi Street
Maitama District
Abuja UK Border Agency
British Deputy High Commission
11 Walter Carrington Crescent
Victoria Island
Lagos
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