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School of Earth and Environment Undergraduate International Excellence Scholarship in the UK

Posted by | March 22, 2023 | Jobs in UK, Undergraduate

The School of Earth and Environment is delivering the Undergraduate International Excellence Scholarship at the University of Leeds. These awards are open for the academic session 2023-2024.

The scholarships are available to support high-achieving and excellent international applicants who want to commence an undergraduate degree program at the School of Earth and Environment in the UK. Successful applicants will get a scholarship is up to £5,000 in total, with £3,000 awarded in the first year and £1,000 in subsequent years, subject to satisfactory performance.

The University of Leeds is a world-renowned research-intensive institute found in Leeds, West Yorkshire, in the United Kingdom. It was established in 1904 and has since grown to become one of the most prominent institutes in the UK, with over 38,000 learners from more than 170 nations. The institute is consistently ranked in the top 100 universities and brings together some of the world’s leading research universities.

Why study at the University of Leeds? Leeds is a well-respected institution with a history of academic excellence. It consistently ranks highly in global university rankings, including the QS World University Rankings and the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses across many different subject areas.

Location :UK

Closing Date : 18 May 2023.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP

Click Here to Submit your Application on the University Website

 

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Full Computer Science International Scholarship at St. Mary’s University UK

Posted by | March 10, 2023 | Jobs in UK, Scholarships, Undergraduate

If you want to gain the skills you need to succeed in building a career in computer science, you must check out the Full Computer Science Scholarship offered in the UK by St. Mary’s University for the scholastic year 2023-2024. The scholarship, as its name suggests, is for international and domestic students undertaking studies in the field of computer science at St. Mary’s University. They must apply for the BSc of Computer Science to be considered. One student will be selected for this scholarship worth three years’ tuition fee.

Founded as a college for training Catholic schoolmasters, St Mary’s University, Twickenham, is a public university in Strawberry Hill, Twickenham, in South West London. It proudly ranks 39th in the nation and is committed to the mission of the Catholic Church in higher education.

Why study at St. Mary’s University? St. Mary’s University is truly committed to ensuring that its students indulge in a transformational educational experience. It prepares its students to be highly skilled, informed, and civically engaged, to not just fulfill their career goals but also build on and add to past successes.

Location :UK

Closing Date :8th June 2023.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP

Click Here to Submit your Application on the University Website

 

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GREAT Scholarships in UK for International Students

Posted by | March 3, 2023 | Jobs in UK, Scholarships

Brief description:

GREAT Scholarships offer students from 14 countries the opportunity to have £10,000 towards their tuition fees for a wide range of one-year taught postgraduate courses.

Host Institution(s):

49 universities across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Level/Field of study:

Eligible Master’s programme offered by participating Universities (check the university page to check the specific courses being funded)

Number of Awards:

Around 200

Target group:

Students from the following countries: Bangladesh, China, Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Thailand, Turkey, Vietnam

Scholarship value/duration:

The scholarship covers £10,000 towards their tuition fees for one year.

Eligibility:

You must come from a participating country (see above). You must have an undergraduate degree, be motivated, and have an interest in the proposed subject area.  You must meet the English language requirement of the UK HEI.

Each country has its eligiblity criteria and can be found in the country pages at the official website.

Location :UK

Closing Date :Apr-June 2023

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP

Click Here to Submit your Application on the University Website

 

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International Excellence Scholarships at University of Leeds

Posted by | March 3, 2023 | Jobs in UK, Scholarships

Brief description: 

The University of Leeds offers up to 50% fee reduction scholarships are available for international students commencing studies in 2023.

Host Institution(s):

University of Leeds, UK

Field of study:

Eligible postgraduate degrees offered at University of Leeds in the following Schools:

Arts, Humanities and Cultures

  • • Fine Art, History of Art and Cultural Studies
  • • History
  • • Languages, Cultures and Societies
  • • Media and Communication
  • • Philosophy, Religion and History of Science

Biological Sciences, Medicine and Health

  • • Biological Sciences
  • • Psychology

Education, Social Sciences and Law

  • • Education
  • • Law
  • • Politics and International Studies
  • • Sociology and Social Policy

Engineering and Physical Sciences

  • • Chemical and Process Engineering
  • • Chemistry
  • • Civil Engineering (excluding Water, Sanitation and Health Engineering)
  • • Civil Engineering (Water, Sanitation and Health Engineering MSc)
  • • Computing
  • • Electronic and Electrical Engineering
  • • Mathematics
  • • Mechanical Engineering
  • • Physics and Astronomy

Environment

  • • Transport Studies
  • • Earth and Environment
  • • Food Science and Nutrition
  • • Geography (Geographical Information Systems MSc)
  • • Geography (Urban Data Science and Analytics MSc)

Leeds University Business School

Number of Awards:

See the allocation of awards in each school’s webpage.

Target group:

International students

Scholarship value/inclusions:

This scholarship provides 25%-50% tuition fee reduction.

Eligibility:

To be considered for the scholarship you must:

• be classified as an International student for fee purposes
• have applied for 2023/2024 entry for a Masters programme included in the eligible courses section
• be a self-funding student
• demonstrate an excellent academic track record, and be predicted to achieve or have achieved a Bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) or equivalent
• show excellent professional and personal skills evidenced through work experience and/or extracurricular activities
• demonstrate the potential to contribute to the social and cultural diversity of our Masters programmes and student community.See the specific eligiblity requirements listed at the website of each faculty/school.

Location : UK

Closing Date :10 March/12 May 2023

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP

Click Here to Submit your Application on the University Website

 

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Griffith Remarkable Scholarship

Posted by | March 3, 2023 | Jobs in UK, Scholarships

Brief description:

Griffith University is making available the Griffith Remarkable Scholarship for exceptional students applying for undergraduate and postgraduate coursework studies at Griffith University.

Host Institution(s):

Griffith University

Level/Field(s) of study:

Full-time undergraduate or postgraduate coursework programs offered at the University

Number of Scholarships:

Limited

Target group:

Citizens of countries other than Australia or New Zealand.

Scholarship value/inclusions:

The scholarship covers 50% of tuition fees that will be deducted from undergraduate or postgraduate coursework tuition fees for the duration of the program.

Eligibility:

  • • Be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand.
  • • Have a minimum GPA in previous studies of 5.5 or above on a 7 point scale or equivalent. Check your suitability in the Minimum GPA criteria (PDF).
  • • Have applied to study at Griffith by the scholarship application closing date.
  • • Satisfy all academic and English language entry requirements for your chosen undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program.
  • • Be a full-time student starting in Trimester 1, 2, or 3 2023.

Location : Australia

Closing Date :15 Apr/4 Aug 2023

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP

Click Here to Submit your Application on the University Website

 

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Australia Awards Scholarships

Posted by | March 3, 2023 | Jobs in UK, Scholarships

Brief description: 

Australia Awards Scholarships, formerly known as Australian Development Scholarships (ADS), provide opportunities for people from developing countries, particularly those countries located in the Indo-Pacific region, to undertake full time undergraduate or postgraduate study at participating Australian universities and Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutions.

Host Institution(s):

Any of the Participating Australian Institutions

Level/Field(s) of study:

Undergraduate or Postgraduate Programmes that are related to your country’s priority areas for development which are listed on the participating country profiles.

Australia Awards are not available for training in areas related to flying aircraft, nuclear technology or military training.

Number of Scholarships:

Not specified.

Target group:

Citizens of one of the participating countries in Asia, Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. See the complete list of participating countries.

Scholarship value/inclusions/duration:

The scholarship benefits generally include: full tuition fees, return air travel, establishment allowance, contribution to living expenses (CLE), Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), Introductory Academic Program (IAP), Pre-course English (PCE) fees, etc. See the complete list of benefits at the official website.

The scholarships are offered for the minimum period necessary for the individual to complete the academic program specified by the Australian higher education institution, including any preparatory training.

Eligibility:

To be eligible to receive a Scholarship, applicants must:

  1. be a minimum of 18 years of age on 1 February of the year of commencing the scholarship;
  2. be a citizen of a participating country (as listed on the Australia Awards website) and be residing in and applying for the scholarship from their country of citizenship;
  3. not be a citizen of Australia, hold permanent residency in Australia or be applying for a visa to live in Australia permanently;
  4. not be married to, engaged to, or a de facto of a person who holds, or is eligible to hold, Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency, at any time during the application, selection or mobilisation phases (note: residents of Cook Islands, Niue and Tokelau with New Zealand citizenship are eligible but must apply for a Student visa [subclass 500]);
  5. not be current serving military personnel;
  6. not have previously received a long-term Australia Award unless they have resided outside of Australia for twice the length of the total time that they were in Australia (for example, a previous awardee who has been on an Australia Awards Scholarship in Australia for four years will not be eligible to apply for another Australia Awards Scholarship until they have resided outside Australia for eight years);
  7. not hold convictions of criminal activities (including in their home country) including those relating to Child Protection and PSEAH;
  8. recipients under the Pacific Secondary School Scholarship Program (PSSSP) who have completed their secondary school education in Australia in the year prior are eligible to apply for a long-term Australia Award;
  9. have satisfied any specific criteria established by the Program Area or the government of the applicant’s country of citizenship (e.g. having worked a certain number of years in an appropriate
    sector);
  10. be able to satisfy the admission requirements of the institution at which the award is to be undertaken (this may mean that Program Areas will need to withdraw an award offer if the recipient cannot satisfy the institution’s admission requirements. This may not be known until Program Areas request a placement at selected institutions);
  11. be able to satisfy all requirements of the Department of Home Affairs to hold a Student Visa. This may mean that the Program Area will need to withdraw an award offer if the recipient cannot satisfy the visa requirements;
  12. not be applying for a scholarship for a course of study at an academic level lower than already achieved (e.g. be applying for a Master’s scholarship when they already hold a PhD); and
  13. applicants must inform the Program Area of any connection or relationship to staff employed at Program Areas (including locally engaged staff at post) or with managing contractors so that the
    application may be properly and transparently managed.

Read the complete eligibility criteria in the Australia Awards Policy Handbook (PDF)

Location : Australia

Closing Date :1 May 2023

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP

Click Here to Submit your Application on the University Website

 

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Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships for Developing Commonwealth Countries

Posted by | March 3, 2023 | Jobs in UK, Scholarships

Brief description: 

Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships are for candidates from least developed and lower middle income Commonwealth countries, for part-time Master’s study by distance learning on selected courses offered by UK universities.

Host Institution(s) and Online Courses offered:

See the list of eligible distance learning Master’s courses offered by participating UK institutions for 2023

Number of Scholarships:

Not specified.

Target group:

Nationals of Commonwealth Developing Countries:

Bangladesh, Belize, Cameroon, Eswatini, Ghana, India, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Rwanda, Samoa, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, The Gambia, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Zambia

Scholarship value/inclusions:

A Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarship covers tuition fees and study grants where required.

Eligibility:

To apply for the scholarship, you must:

• Be a citizen of or have been granted refugee status by an eligible Commonwealth country, or be a British Protected Person

• Be permanently resident in a developing Commonwealth country

• Hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) standard. A lower qualification and sufficient relevant experience may be considered in certain cases

• Be unable to afford to study the programme without this scholarship

Location :any Country

Closing Date : 28 March 2023

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP

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Fully-Funded Rotary Peace Fellowships

Posted by | March 3, 2023 | Jobs in UK, Scholarships

Brief description: 

Each year, Rotary selects up to 90 peace and development leaders from around the world to receive fully funded academic fellowships to pursue a Professional Development Certificate Program or Masters Degree Program related to peace and conflict resolution and prevention at one of the participating peace centers around the world (USA, Japan, UK, Australia, Sweden, Uganda)

Host Institution(s):

•  Duke University and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA: Master of International Development Policy Program (MIDP) or various degrees offered by the University of North Carolina

•  International Christian University, Japan: Master’s Degree in Peace Studies

•  University of Bradford, England: Advanced Practice in Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution MA

•  University of Queensland, Australia: Master of Peace and Conflict Studies (MPACS)

•  Uppsala University, Sweden: Peace and Conflict Studies (MS.Sc.)

• Makerere University, Uganda (certificate program): Post-Graduate Diploma in Peace and Development Studies

Important Note: Fellowship recipients may not study at a Rotary Peace Center in their home country, with the exception of candidates from Uganda, who may attend the center at Makerere University.

Level/Field of study:

Professional Development Certificate Program or Master’s Degree Program in fields related to peace and conflict resolution and prevention

Target group:

Global peace and development leaders with an undergraduate degree who meet the eligibility criteria.

No. of Scholarships:

Up to 50 fellowships for master’s degree and 40 for certificate studies are awarded each year.

Scholarship value/inclusions:

The fellowships cover tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and all internship and field-study expenses.

Eligibility:

The Rotary Peace Fellowship is designed for professionals with work experience in international development or peace and conflict prevention and resolution. Applicants must also meet the following requirements:

• Have three years of related work experience for the master’s program
• Have five years of related work experience for the certificate program and be able to explain how their plan to promote peace aligns with Rotary’s mission (Candidates for Makerere University must either be from Africa, have worked in Africa, or work with African communities or initiatives outside the continent.)
• Be proficient in English (Master’s candidates whose first language is not English must provide English language standardized test scores.)
• Have a bachelor’s degree (Master’s candidates must provide a copy of their transcripts.)
• Demonstrate leadership skills
• Have a strong commitment to cross-cultural understanding and peace worked in Africa, or work with African communities or initiatives outside the continent.

Location :USA, Japan, UK, Australia, Sweden, Uganda

Closing Date :15 May 2023

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP

Click Here to Submit your Application on the University Website

 

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Laboratory Assistant at Scottish Water

Posted by | November 29, 2022 | Jobs in UK

Full Job Description

Together we are Trusted to Serve Scotland.
Do you care about the quality of Scotland’s water? Would you like to join Scotland’s premier water laboratory service?
At Scottish Water, we do a huge amount of work behind the scenes to ensure that Scotland has a constant and fresh supply of safe, high-quality water. Laboratory sampling and analysis is one of the unseen activities our customers see, yet this service plays a critical role in the public health of Scotland.
A team of about 320 samplers, scientists and support staff provide an extensive analytical testing service. Over the course of a year, the labs carry out tests at a rate of one per minute – both for Scottish Water and for other customers.
We’re looking for a conscientious Laboratory Assistant who loves hands-on lab work to join our Organics section in Edinburgh.
This is a part time position for 22.2 hours per week. The contracted hours can be worked flexibly, with a start time between 7.00 am to 10.00 am, Monday to Friday.
What you’ll be doing:
As the Laboratory Assistant, you’ll be responsible for carrying out daily checks on laboratory equipment to ensure compliance within the required specifications. In order to keep a high volume of work flowing, you’ll help schedule and prioritise work within your team environment and carry out routine calibration and maintenance of specialist instrumentation to ensure the team isn’t impacted by unplanned downtime.
You’ll make sure that your work meets the requirements of the Scientific Services management system, ISO17025 and Drinking Water Testing Specification (DWTS) standards.
You’ll also be responsible for maintaining appropriate stock levels, ordering lab consumables where required, archiving of analytical data and laboratory records and the receipt/disposal of samples, waste chemicals and sample extracts as required.
For your own safety, and the safety of your colleagues and our customers, you will follow Scottish Water’s Health and Safety policies consistently and ensure 100% compliance with all relevant legislative, regulatory and SW policy requirements.
And like all our employees, you’ll pride yourself on being able to provide excellent levels of customer service and advice to internal and external customers.
What you’ll need:
You’ll need an interest in working within Scientific Services,. You’ll need to be computer literate with experience of using Microsoft Office packages. You’ll also need a commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace for you and your colleagues
We’re looking for a very organised, self-motivated and efficient worker who can take the initiative and work independently but also support team members.
What you’ll get:
The salary band for this role is £21,053.00 – £28,425.00 per annum (part time pro rata).
You can also expect:
  • 38 days of holiday per year (including public holidays) with the option to buy 5 more (pro-rata for part-time employees).
  • Eligibility to join the defined benefit, contributory pension scheme.
  • Annual company bonus.
  • Life assurance scheme.
  • Paid time off for community volunteering.
  • Opportunities to be involved in sports, social and fundraising activities.
  • Access to “SW Splash”, saving you money on holidays, bills and shopping.
  • Excellent family friendly policies around Adoption, Maternity, Parental Leave, and Flexible Working.
  • Free parking and good public transport links at our Laboratory site next to the Heriot Watt campus on the west of Edinburgh.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 11 December 2022.
Do you have any support needs?
Please let us know if there are any changes we can make to our application and selection process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Email us

here

with the vacancy reference number in the subject line so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.

Working at Scottish Water
Scottish Water is one of the UK’s leading water companies, the quality of drinking water and satisfaction with the service we provide our customers has never been higher – but we want to be even better – and you could help play an important part!
We take employee engagement very seriously and have an inclusive and collaborative work environment where we respect people’s differences. We are committed to creating an engaging environment and a positive experience for our employees.
We were recently recognised as a Top 10 Flexible Employer in Scotland at the Flexibility Works Awards 2021 and by The Times as a Top 50 Employer for Women in 2019.
In 2019 we also won the Age Inclusive Award at The Herald and GenAnalytics Diversity Awards and were winners of the Best Public Sector Employer at the Family Friendly Working Scotland Awards 2020.
We have Carers Positive Exemplary Status and were Silver Award 2019 & Gold Award winners 2020 of the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (DERS).
We aim for work to be an energising and fulfilling experience and everyone plays their part to ensure that Scottish Water is trusted to serve our customers and communities.
We are passionate about creating opportunities for young people and are proud to have achieved the Gold standard in the Investors in Young People accreditation, demonstrating our commitment to creating rewarding opportunities for young people.
You will have access to a host of benefits which include 38 days holiday a year, a defined benefit pension scheme, a discounted medical cash plan and cycle to work, plus a variety of agile working arrangements and family-friendly policies designed to support your wellbeing.
Next Steps
Any offer of employment with Scottish Water will be subject to the successful completion of a mandatory pre-employment screening process, including Disclosure Scotland and eligibility to work in the UK. Details can be found on our website.
For more information about this role or if you require any additional support throughout the application process please contact the recruitment team:

SWRecruitment@scottishwater.co.uk
As part of our commitment to developing a flourishing Scotland, it is important that Scottish Water employees are resident in Scotland and contribute to the Scottish economy by paying Scottish income tax on their earnings. As a result we ask all potential employees to confirm that they are resident in Scotland, or to confirm their intentions to move to Scotland within 6 months of their start date

Location :Edinburgh

Closing Date :11 December 2022

HOW TO APPLY

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Security Officer Support at Mitie

Posted by | November 29, 2022 | Jobs in UK

Job Description

Mitie has a great opportunity for a Support Security Officer to join the Total Security Management Team.

Support Security Officers must be available to cover various shift patterns as well as being flexible in their approach to working locations and potential changes to working patterns.

Main Duties

  • The support security officer will demonstrate their character as determined, trustworthy, attentive and approachable at all times when welcoming clients and customers – ensuring ID badges are created, allocated and collected when appropriate.
  • As the first point of contact for to all customers and clients, the Security Agents must have geographically aware of their local surroundings.
  • Travel to various retail client sites to cover sickness, holiday and provide support to the core team when required.
  • Must be able to man the phones, emails, IT systems, CCTV and Alarms, Doors and Car park if need be.
  • The support security officer must spot and stop all suspicious sightings or potential criminal activity and retain full control until the arrival of emergency services.
  • Report to the Security Operations Manager – they must record, report and escalate all sightings and arrests on a regular basis.

Qualifications

Person Specification

  • The support security officer will need to be a team player with an enthusiastic attitude.
  • The support security officer should be able to work on own initiative.
  • Retail Security experience.
  • Ability to travel to various sites.
  • Flexible Approach to work to suit the business needs.
  • Excellent communication skills are required both written and verbal.
  • It is important the Security Officer is calm under pressure.
  • Understand the Health and Safety at Work Act, relevant Criminal, Civil Law and Police and Criminal Evidence Act.
  • Door Supervision or Security Guarding License essential.
  • A Full UK Driving licence is required.

Additional information

It’s the little things that count –

On top of the usual rewards you’d expect to see from a large company, such as – holidays, pension, tax-free childcare schemes and cycle to work schemes, we also provide many extra benefits to enhance our people’s well-being and enjoyment at work.

Note:
This job description Is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for this position and the range of duties undertaken. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder throughout the period of employment. The job description may be varied from time to time by the Company to reflect changes in the post holder’s role and/or the needs of the business.

For all internal applicants, please note Terms and Conditions are non-transferable

Mities Values:
Delivering the exceptional, every day

  • Our purpose: our expertise, care, technology and insight create amazing work environments, helping our customers be exceptional every day.
  • Our promise to our people: a place to work where you can thrive and be your best every day.
  • Our promise to our customers: a trusted partner creating exceptional environments for your customers and people, adding value every day.
  • Our culture – our core values and how we behave:

1. We are one Mitie: we work as one to deliver a seamless, unrivalled service. We are all in it together, if we can help a customer or colleague in any way, we will. We are one Mitie.
2. We are built on integrity and trust: integrity and trust are at the heart of all we do. We are the face of company. We treat others as we would like to be treated. We are proud to work for Mitie.
3. We go the extra mile: whether it’s keeping things running smoothly in a safe environment, looking for new ways to do things better or fixing problems, going the extra mile for our colleagues and customers and keeping our promises is in our DNA.
4. Our diversity makes us stronger: we are very proud of our rich and diverse culture and backgrounds. Our diversity creates ideas and insights. Everyone at Mitie has a voice and is treated as an equal.
5. Our customers’ business, is our business: we are a partner, trusted for our expertise and for putting our customers at the heart of everything we do.

Location :Edinburgh 

Closing Date :29th December, 2022 

HOW TO APPLY

Click Here to Submit your CV and Application on Company Website

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