Admission open for BBA from King's College (Scholarship Available)

King's College, located at Babar Mahal Kathmandu, announces admission open for BBA affiliated to International American University(IAU),California, USA.

King’s college was conferred with the Best Emerging B-School of Nepal & Fifth Best Overall B-School in Everest Bank National Business School- Rating Ranking Awards 2013.

About BBA

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program prepares students for executive career in business and other organizations. The BBA degree is many a times referred to as the golden passport, since it gives its holder an edge in the job market by opening more doors of opportunity. The degree helps the graduate to fulfill potential for high earnings, increased responsibility, and greater personal development. 

BBA Program Goals

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree program will allow students to:

> Be prepared for positions of leadership and responsibility in business and industry, governmental and not-for-profit organizations.

> Acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and function effectively in a business and administrative organization.

> Familiarize with the fundamental bodies of theoretical and applied knowledge of business; and

> Experience self-improvement and professional growth.

Admission Criteria

>A minimum 45% score or 2 CGPA in the prerequisite program.

> Performance in the college admission test,interview and presentation.

Interested students for King's BBA program can FILL UP FORM for further information regarding course, career opportunities, placement and SCHOLARSHIPS.

Admissions in medical schools in state of limbo

Enrollment process for fresh batch of students at several medical colleges has been halted after the Ministry of Health and Population interfered in Nepal Medical Council’s decision of allocating additional MBBS seats for the next academic session.

The MoHP directed NMC, the only medical education regulatory body, to instruct all the medical colleges in the country not to proceed with fresh enrollment of students for MBBS and BDS courses. “The Ministry in its letter issued on Thursday has told the NMC not to implement its decision of allocating additional seats for MBBS until further notice,” a NMC member said.

NMC had stayed put in number of BDS seats but revised MBBS seats for different medical colleges last week. “The ministry halted admission process after receiving complaints against NMC over its alleged irregularities in allocation of MBBS quotas,” an official at the ministry said.

Earlier, boards of the Institute of Medicine and NMC had jointly fixed MBBS and BDS seats for Tribhuvan University affiliated colleges after monitoring all medical colleges. However, NMC increased MBBS intake of Nepali Sena Swasthya Bigyan Sansthan run by the Nepali Army at Sano Bharyang, Kathmandu from 100 to 150 seats and Lalitpur-based KIST Medical College from 75 to 135 students for new academic session.

Similarly, Bhairahawa-based Universal College of Medical Sciences was given 135 seats slashing its earlier intake of 150 students while Chitwan Medical Colleges was allocated 140 seats, 10 seats lower than previous session. However, 70 seats alloted to Pokhara-based Gandaki Medical College Teaching Hospital & Research Pvt Ltd was not altered.

“We have not received official letter from NMC regarding the matter yet. Once we receive the letter, we will move forward accordingly,” informed Dr Rishikesh Narayan Shrestha, Director, KIST Medical College.

There are 18 medical colleges across the country offering MBBS and BDS courses.

source: the himalayan times,20 sept 2014

Abroad study guides: Study in Norway

With a wide range of high quality courses and great flexibility, Norwegian institutions prove to be an ideal study destination. From vocational subjects to postgraduate and doctorate level, there are plenty of opportunities for students to fulfill their ambitions.

Norway offers you a unique student experience and Norwegian institutions of higher education welcome applications sent by qualified students from all over the world.

Internationalization is a priority within all sectors of the Norwegian education system, and universities and university colleges are constantly working to facilitate for international students. Around 14 000 foreign nationals are currently enrolled at Norwegian institutions of higher education. International students may apply for admission to a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. You may come to Norway as student through established exchange programs, institutional agreements or as a so called "free mover", where you arrange the stay by yourself (type of study, length and financing).

Quality education

With a wide range of high quality courses and great flexibility, Norwegian institutions prove to be an ideal study destination. From vocational subjects to postgraduate and doctorate level, there are plenty of opportunities for students to fulfill their ambitions. You will also benefit from the informal atmosphere at Norwegian universities and university colleges, where teachers are easily approachable and tuition often takes place in small groups. Most institutions also have well equipped computer facilities with free Internet access.

Study off the beaten track

In our northern corner of the world you can combine your studies with exciting outdoor activities, both winter and summer. You can see the Aurora Borealis ("Northern lights"), experience the midnight sun, fjords and mountains. Challenge yourself with skiing, white water rafting or climbing. Or simply enjoy the fresh air, clean water and lots and lots of space. As a student in Norway you will never be short of possibilities for unique nature experiences.

Admission & Application

In order to obtain the necessary application forms and information about the application deadlines you will have to contact each university or university college. In general the application deadline for foreign students is between December 1 to March 15 for courses starting the following autumn (August).Please note that some institutions have separate "pre-qualification" deadlines that are earlier than this.

Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education (NOKUT):The Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education (NOKUT) supervises and helps to develop the quality of higher education in Norway through evaluation, accreditation and recognition of quality systems, institutions and course provisions. NOKUT is the official Norwegian ENIC-NARIC center.

For students with a Norwegian identity number most applications to undergraduate studies at public institutions of higher education in Norway are processed by a centralised application processing center called Universities and Colleges Admission Service (UCAS - Samordna opptak).

Below you will find the general requirements to previous education. These are minimum requirements determined by NOKUT. Please note that institutions may have higher and/or additional requirements for all or some programs.

Academic requirements

A compilation of country-specific information called the GSU-list (formerly SIS list) states what level of education applicants from different countries need to meet for entry into Norwegian higher education, including any requirements concerning proficiency in English. For courses where the language of instruction is Norwegian, proficiency in the Norwegian language is also required.

Undergraduate studies

Completion of secondary education at advanced level, equivalent to passing the exam at the end of Norwegian secondary school, is the general basic requirement for entry to Norwegian universities and university colleges. For students from some countries at least one year of completed studies at the university level is required in addition.

Please check the GSU-list for detailed information regarding additional requirements for your country.

Some study programs have special admission requirements, usually relating to specialist subjects or fields of study from secondary school. Please check with the institution for information about these special qualifications.

Masters programs

Admission requirements are decided by each university and university college based on an academic evaluation of the applicants.Applicants for Masters programs have normally obtained an undergraduate/Bachelor's degree or equivalent of at least 3 years' duration. The degree must include courses equal to at least 1 1/2 years of full-time studies in a subject relevant to that of the program applied for.

In special cases, the first (and sometimes the second) year of study at a foreign higher education institution will not be recognized as higher education in Norway.

For more information and original link visit :www.studyinnorway.no, accessed 20 September 2011

Which is Better, the IELTS or the TOEFL Test?

The IELTS is often considered to be the only test that can compete with the TOEFL test in the United States.

Peterson's Staff 

For many years, the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) was the exam most U.S. colleges and universities relied on to measure and test English language skills exhibited by applicants from non-English speaking countries. Worldwide, that was not the case. Another test, the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), was the exam required by most other English-speaking countries, including Britain and Australia, to test English language skills. The IELTS is often considered to be the only test that can compete with the TOEFL test in the United States.

The TOEFL test did not match the IELTS in all areas

With its live, one-on-one component, the IELTS has been viewed by many as a superior exam for evaluating the spoken English skills of potential students. Until recently, the TOEFL had no such component and many of the countries requiring the IELTS felt that a speech component to an English proficiency exam was crucial.

Whether or not the IELTS is a better exam really seems to be a matter of opinion. However, its acceptance as an assessment tool has grown in the United States in recent years. In addition to the TOEFL, more than 3,000 U.S. institutions and programs now accept the IELTS as well. You can see a list of these institutions and programs, the IELTS Recognition List, at http://ielts.org/usa.aspx. For the most part, the choice of which test to take is up to you.

The TOEFL iBT is playing catch up

So, which test is better? It depends on who you ask! Some schools remain firmly devoted to the IELTS and its interactive, personalized-speech format. On the other hand, the TOEFL gained some ground globally when it introduced its Internet-based test (TOEFL iBT) format with its new recorded-speech portion. With both tests now offering the ability to test spoken language, and the TOEFL spreading its Internet-based testing ability across the globe, the TOEFL has seen upward spikes in number of users in various parts of the world.

Do you need to prepare for the IELTS or the TOEFL test?

Internet-based testing is just getting started for the IELTS. The current IELTS format is expected to stay around for at least a few more years and, worldwide, many test-prep and coaching companies prepare students for the IELTS. On the other hand, test-prep companies are still a bit stumped by the TOEFL iBT, and preparation lessons and techniques for the iBT are still being developed. Certainly, both tests offer sample materials to potential test-takers, but if you have the choice of preparing for one test or the other with a professional test coach, you may prefer the IELTS, as long as the schools you're applying to will accept it.

Both the TOEFL iBT and the IELTS now evaluate speech

As far as speech evaluation goes, there is no definitive rule on which test is better. Some say the individualized IELTS format is great, while others think there's a potential for bias and an even greater chance of inconsistency in scoring due to individual nuances of the examiners. Critics of the IELTS believe that the panel review of recorded speech for the TOEFL test is a more accurate, less biased mechanism for evaluation.

Which will you take, the IELTS or the TOEFL test?

Ultimately, the test you take will probably be guided by which test is required by the school(s) to which you are applying. If both are acceptable, the availability of testing locations and cost will probably play a significant role in your decision. Both tests have Web sites that can answer many of your questions and that maintain up-to-date news on the progression of their Internet-based test expansions. For most testing dates and locations, you can register online for most testing dates and locations. The Web is also a good access point for sample test materials and testing tips. It is a great place to begin planning your IELTS or TOEFL preparation so that in the end, you earn the best IELTS or TOEFL score you can.

Also, even as you're planning for the IELTS or TOEFL tests, make sure that you prepare for all the parts of the application that will matter, including the admissions essay. For that, there's no better source for help than the essay editing service of EssayEdge, which is staffed by expert Ivy League graduates who can provide you with tips and assistance to perfect your essay. Visit EssayEdge today and get to work on improving your essay!

source: Peterson's Staff, 24 Jan 2013

To New Zealand-New Zealand grads are valued the world over

The recent introduction of Post Study Work (PSW) and part-time job facilities by New Zealand authorities have increased the country’s popularity among those seeking foreign degrees.

Nepal and New Zealand have shared a close bond ever since  Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa’s successful 1953 ascent of Everest. New Zealand is a land that welcomes Nepalis, and the country is increasingly becoming a popular education destination for Nepali students.

Qualifications from New Zealand are ranked amongst the best in the world as guarantees of practical and theoretical competency in graduates. The recent introduction of Post Study Work (PSW) and part-time job facilities by New Zealand authorities have increased the country’s popularity among those seeking foreign degrees. The country has eight government-run universities, 18 polytechnic schools and 100 private colleges and is mostly known for the quality of its technical education. 

All of these academic institutions are regularly inspected by the Education Review Office (ERO), a government quality assurance agency. Nepali students applying to colleges in New Zealand must have at least a 6.0 IELTS score or a 550 TOEFL score besides having a sound academic background. However, there are many universities which assist students in reaching the required English-language level competency. As in Australia, there is a legal provision in New Zealand to secure students’ investments. 

Payments to academic institutions can only be made once a student visa has been confirmed. College tuition for graduate and postgraduate studies range from NZ$ 11,000 to NZ$ 18,000 per year while the annual cost of living has been fixed at NZ $10,000 by The New Zealand High Commission. Mahesh Babu Timilsena, managing  director at Kangaroo Education, says there are numerous options for accommodation—halls of residence, hostels and dormitories (single or double bedrooms) to choose from. “There is also the option of sharing a flat with friends or the ‘home stay’ alternative, both of which will amount to NZ$ 600 per month.” Students can work fulltime on vacations and up to 20 hours per week on college days. The average per hour wage is NZ$ 15. PSW facilities are available to international students for one to two years depending on their graduating courses and education consultants believe all costs of study can be recovered during the PSW period.

source: the kathmandu post,28 march 2014

Chartered Accountancy: Much more than auditing and accounting

“CA courses provide students with knowledge on a variety of topics like auditing, accounting, taxation, corporate finance as well as management.

SUPRASANNA ARYAL

 “The number of students pursuing Chartered Accountancy (CA) courses has increased a lot over the years. This is mainly because the job market has an increasing demand of the expertise that CA courses ensure,” shares Umesh Raj Pandeya, a Chartered Accountant, who also teaches Taxation at Kathmandu Model Center of Professional Education in Hattisar. CA students are preferred in the market compared to other management students, he adds.

He elaborates, “CA courses provide students with knowledge on a variety of topics like auditing, accounting, taxation, corporate finance as well as management.” He further informs that these skills are highly regarded in almost all fields including manufacturing, insurance, investments and policy making.

As informed by Pandeya, students can also study on their own and take the examinations after compiling study materials as per the syllabus prescribed by Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nepal (ICAN). However, most students prefer going to coaching classes provided by various institutions so that they can have a general idea of how examinations are taken, he observes.

Mandeep Bashistha, 22, is preparing to complete the final level of his CA course of Nepali Board. There are three levels in the course. “I completed two levels attending CCMA College in Putalisadak. I’m planning to complete the third level on my own,” he says. “The last two levels were pretty tough. Seeking help from the institution was helpful,” he recalls.

Unlike the previous levels, an internship is compulsory for the final level. He has started working with an audit firm where he’s been practicing whatever he studied in the previous years, related with auditing, accounting and taxation. “We also give consultations on various financial matters to different organizations when required,” he shares.

Since this is his first ever professional experience, he’s pretty much satisfied with all the people he gets to meet and everything he gets to learn about. “I’ve been getting the opportunity to meet professionals from different walks of life and learning a lot from them,” he says, adding, “Also, since it’s a paid internship, it feels very good to be financially independent finally.”

Likewise, Shankar Pokharel, 25, is also preparing to complete the final level of his CA course. He completed the previous levels from Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and will be taking the remaining examinations from Nepal.

However, despite the enrollment of a large number of students in the CA course, comparatively only very few students complete the course. Regarding this, Pokharel observes, “Many people feel that CA is a tough course and they quit without completing all the levels. But it isn’t really that difficult if one has the patience and perseverance to do well.” Another reason why many students quit is because they’re already offered high-paying jobs after completing the first levels, he adds.

He says that he has no regret over deciding to pursue CA as the course will ensure financial security in future because there are a wide range of options to choose from when it comes to career.

As shared by Pandeya, in Nepal, ICAN issues Certificate of Practice to the students after they complete the CA course and then they can start practicing. However, those who complete their CA as per India’s or the UK’s education system, they have to study more and appear additional examinations to get the certificate in Nepal, he adds.

Talking about the challenges of studying CA in Nepal, Bashishta observes, “We have faced some problems while finding the relevant study materials. But many new Nepali writers have been coming up with their findings, so the new CA students may not have to face the same difficulties.”

The course requires a lot of hard work and concentration, and students shouldn’t give up so easily, he concludes.

source: SUPRASANNA ARYAL, "Chartered Accountancy: Much more than auditing and accounting", republica,19 sept 2014

List of Scholarship of University of Cambridge (World Rank 5)

1.PhD Awards

2.MPhil Awards

3.Allen, Meek and Read Scholarships (MPhil awards)

4.Le Bas Scholarships (MPhil awards)

5.Millenium Fund (PhD)

6.Newton Trust (PhD)

7.Pigott Scholarships (PhD)

8.Thalman Scholarships (PhD and MPhil)

9.Vergottis Scholarships (PhD and MPhil)

Want to Apply? Know the application process from here;

University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge was established in c.1209. It is one of the oldest universities of the world. University of Cambridge is in Cambridge, England, United Kingdom. University of Cambridge is the third oldest university of the world. This university has campus consisting of 366,444 square meters. There are more than 599 academic staffs and 3124 admin staffs working in this university. The number of students of University of Cambridge is around 18000.

Courses of University of Cambridge:

University of Cambridge is an University of more than 18000 students. This university has some of world famous professors. With proper resource, University of Cambridge offers a lot of courses in each semester. The courses of University of Cambridge is given below:

• Undergraduate Courses
• Postgraduate Taught Courses
• Postgraduate Research Programs

Scholarship in University of Cambridge:

University of Cambridge provides a lot of financial support to its students. Eligible students can complete their education from University of Cambridge with the help of scholarship. University of Cambridge provides scholarship in various form. Some scholarship are in form of tuition fee loan, some scholarship are in form of living cost, some scholarship are in form of part time job opportunity.

For more about Scholarship in University of Cambridge click on the link below:

Notice for admission MBBS/BDS/BSc. Nursing 2014 from Nepal Medical College (Kathmandu University)

Notice for Admission MBBS/BDS/B.Sc. Nursing Educational Program 2014

This is to inform all students who have passed the KUMET/KU entrance examinations for 2014, that admission s are open now at Nepal Medical College for MBBS/BDS/B.Sc. Nursing Programs. The successful candidate must fill the required application form and attach their academic testimonials (Marksheets) along with the form for submission at the college. The filled forms must be submitted between 15th to 17th of September 2014. The dates for interviews will be given at the time of the form's submission. Forms are also available online at www.nmcth.edu

Admission Committee 2014
Nepal Medical College
& Nepal Medical College Teaching Hospital
(Affiliated to Kathmandu University and Recognized by Nepal Medical Council)

Financial Aid Awards to international students from Amherst College, USA

Amherst College offers financial aid award to international students. Since its founding in 1821, Amherst College has become one of the premier liberal arts colleges in the USA, enrolling some 1,800 talented, energetic and diverse young men and women.Renowned for its talented students, committed faculty, and rigorous academic life, Amherst offers the B.A. degree in 36 fields of study. With a faculty-student ratio of 1 to 8, Amherst’s classes are characterized by spirited interchange among students and acclaimed faculty skilled at asking challenging questions.Amherst is a member of the Five Colleges, a consortium with nearby Smith, Mount Holyoke and Hampshire Colleges and the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. 

Financial Aid Awards Details:

Once your financial need is determined by College, a financial aid award that is equal to your need will be offered. Notices of financial aid awards will be sent soon after admission letters are mailed to first-year and transfer applicants. The award is sometimes called an "aid package" because it may include both self-help (employment) and gift aid (scholarships and grants). Students with lower financial need will be offered self-help. Students with greater need will be offered a combination of self-help and gift aid.   

Amherst College has replace all initially packaged, need based student loans with grant assistance and also offers $1,800 in an employment opportunity

Application Deadlines:

Early Decision- November 1

Regular Decision- February 15

Fall Transfer- March 15

Spring Transfer- October 15

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

For more details and Original Scholarship link:

Financial Aid Awards from Amherst College, USA

IoM fixes 760 MBBS seats for TU colleges

Institute of Medicine today fixed 760 MBBS seats for six medical colleges and teaching hospitals affiliated to Tribhuvan University for the upcoming academic session.

A joint IoM faculty, comprising the representatives from Ministry of Education and TU, also decided to slash 25 seats of Birgunj-based National Medical College allowing it to admit only 125 MBBS students.

“A meeting of the IoM’s full faculty also decided to allow Bhairahawa-based Universal College of Medical Sciences to admit only 135 new students, instead of 150,” sources said, adding that the IoM has allocated 140 seats for Chitwan Medical College, 10 less than the previous session.

A member of faculty board told THT that the meeting also decided to increase MBBS intake of Nepali Sena Swasthya Bigyan Sansthan run by Nepali Army at Sano Bharyang in Kathmandu from 100 to 150 seats.

Lalitpur-based KIST Medical College has been allowed to admit 135 students this year, 60 more than the last year.

Pokhara-based Gandaki Medical College Teaching Hospital & Research Pvt Ltd has retained its 75 seats.

The meeting also decided not to make any changes to the last year’s BDS seats allocated for the seven TU-affiliated colleges.

Earlier, a joint team of IoM and Nepal Medical Council reviewed colleges in terms of physical infrastructure, facilities, number of beds and occupancy, number of patients, lab and ambulances for allocating MBBS seats.

The formal admission process will begin once the NMC board reviews IoM decision. “NMC will endorse IoM decision, as it was based on the report of joint inspection team,” NMC sources said.

source: the himalayan times,9 sept 2014

Admission Open for BHM and Culinary Arts from Silver Mountain School of Hotel Management

Silver Mountain School of Hotel Management, one of the Nepal's leading Tourism/Hotel Management College, announces admission open for BHM and Higher Diploma in International Culinary Arts course.

100% Placement Opportunity

Paid internships in USA, UK, UAE,Malaysia, Maldives, India,Thailand and Qatar

About BHM, Queen Margaret University, UK

BHM (Bachelor’s Degree in International Hospitability & Tourism Management) four year programmeis designed to emphasis the importance of Operational Management within the context of commercialrealism. Upon the completion of four years,student receives a Bachelor Degree in International Hospitability and Tourism Management from Queen Margaret University, UK.

Eligibility For Admission

The candidates applying for BHM must have completed 10+2 or equivalent examination in any academic stream with good command of English.

Higher Diploma in International Culinary Arts, from American Hospitality Academy, USA

With the exponential growth in demand for qualified manpower in Hotels and Restaurants both in Nepal and abroad, Silver Mountain, a leader in hospitality education field, has taken the challenge to prepare aspiring Chefs for the position.

Out of six semesters, the first three semesters will be conducted in Silver Mountain’s own state of the art facilities at Lainchour. Kitchen has been designed and built specially for the course. Students intern at a Five Star Hotels in Nepal on the fourth semester. Fifth and sixth semesters however will be paid internship in the USA. Diploma in Culinary Arts course is specially designed for students who have decided on their career path and want to specialize in food production. Students who have completed 12th class with 50% aggregate are eligible to apply for DICA program.

Interested students for above programs can fill up the form below for further information regarding course, career opportunities, placement and SCHOLARSHIPS.

Apply online: Registration Form

International Scholarships from Central Queensland University, Australia

Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship from Central Queensland University Australia are available to future undergraduate and postgraduate international students .

Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship

The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship is available to future undergraduate and postgraduate international students. Each merit based scholarship rewards exceptional students with a 20% reduction in tuition fees for the duration of their studies. It is a general scholarship and students can choose their preferred program for this scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria

All Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship recipients are governed by these terms and conditions:

> The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship is awarded, at the discretion of the University, to exceptional students, undertaking on-campus, full-time degree study at CQUniversity Australia.

> The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship is only available for students applying for Undergraduate or Postgraduate (course work) award programs

> The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship is only for full degree programs (full bachelor or masters only)

> The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship is not available to students, for a program they are currently studying at CQUniversity or in conjunction with any other CQUniversity Scholarship

Click the link below for more details/Orginal Scholarship Link

International Scholarships from Central Queensland University,Australia

International Merit Scholarships from Monash University, Australia

Monash University,one of the leading University in Australia is offering Monash International Merit Scholarship for outstanding international students.

Benefits (Total average value of up to $50,000 (based on a 5 year degree))
> $10,000 for a full time study load (48 credit points) paid per year until the minimum number of points for your degree are completed
> Recipients may be asked to participate or be profiled in relevant Monash marketing, recruitment and promotional materials and/or events

Number Offered
31 scholarships will be available in 2015. Applications from students from all countries are invited and countries with strategic priorities for Monash will be given preference.

Selection
> Based on academic achievement
> Students will also be assessed on their scholarship application statement (1000 words), and their potential to be an ambassador for Monash University
> Preference will be given to commencing students, particularly commencing students who are not enrolled in a Monash pathway course

Eligibility (All conditions must be met)
> International student
> Commencing students with a full Monash course offer or continuing students, and
> Undertaking a full time undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) degree at a Monash campus in Australia, or

Note: the following students are not eligible to apply for this scholarship: 
Students studying Australian Year 12 (these students may be eligible for the Monash International Scholarship for Excellence)

For more details and Original Scholarship link:
Monash International Merit Scholarship

International Master and Doctoral Student Awards from University of Waterloo, Canada

The University of Waterloo, located at the heart of Canada’s technology hub, has become a leading comprehensive university with 35,100 full- and part-time students in undergraduate and graduate programs. Consistently ranked Canada’s most innovative university, Waterloo is home to advanced research and teaching in science and engineering, health, environment, arts and social sciences. From quantum computing and nanotechnology to clinical psychology and health sciences research, Waterloo brings ideas and brilliant minds together, inspiring innovations with real impact today and in the future.

University of Waterloo offers Master's and Doctoral Student Awards to international students.

International Master's and Doctoral Student Awards (IMSA / IDSA / IDSA4)

Basic eligibility requirements

Eligible students must be enrolled full-time in research-based graduate degree programs at the University of Waterloo and hold a valid Canadian study permit. Students must meet the academic progress requirements of their program, and not have outstanding probationary admission requirements, or be concurrently receiving external awards or sponsorships.

Master’s students

International graduate students registered full-time in a MA, MASC, MES, MFA,MMATH OR MSC degree program will receive an IMSA valued at $1,755 per term (the value is approximate to one-half of the differential fee per term) for 2 years (up to term 6.0).

Doctoral students

International graduate students registered full-time in a research-based PhD program will receive an IDSA valued at $3,510 per term (the value is approximate to the full differential fee per term) for 3 years (up to term 9.0).

Doctoral year 4 support (admitted from a master's degree)

International graduate students registered full-time in a research-based PhD program and who were admitted from a master's degree will receive an International Doctoral Student Award Year 4 (IDSA4) valued at $3,510 per term (the value is approximate to the full differential fee per term) for year 4 (terms 10 to 12) and will be funded as follows:

> 2/3 from University/Faculty (1/3 from each) totalling $2,340 per term as an award (IDSA4)

> 1/3 from the supervisor/department in the amount of $1,170 per term as an award (example, as GRS, UW scholarship, etc.)

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Official Scholarship Website link below:

International Masters and Doctoral Student Awards from University of Waterloo, Canada

65.29pc pass supplementary SLC exams

The Office of the Controller of the Examinations on Sunday published the results of School Leaving Certificate (SLC) supplementary exams held last month. Altogether 65.29 percent examinees managed to pass the supplementary examination this year. According to Examination Controller Bishnu Bahadur Dware, 78,453 students passed the examination held for nine days starting on August 5. A total of 120,317 students who failed in maximum two subjects in the regular examination were given the chance for supplementary exams. Among the successful candidates, 2,001 passed in first division, 59,086 in second division and 17,336 with third division marks. Of the total 65,378 girls appearing in the exam, 41,622 passed the exam while of the total 54,939 boys, 36,831 managed to pas the test.

source: the kathmandu post,7 sept 2014

2015/2016 Chevening UK government Scholarship Awards

Application Deadline: 2014-11-15

Applications for 2015/2016 Chevening Scholarships are now open, and will close on 15 November at 23:59 GMT.

About Chevening Scholarships

Chevening Scholarships are the UK government’s global scholarship programme, funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations. The programme makes awards to outstanding scholars with leadership potential from around the world to study postgraduate courses at universities in the UK.

The Chevening programme was established in 1983 and has developed into a prestigious international scheme. Chevening Scholars come from more than 150 countries and territories worldwide (excluding the USA and the EU), and this year the Scholarships will support more than 1500 individuals. There are over 43,000 Chevening alumni around the world who together comprise an influential and highly regarded global network.

The programme provides full or part funding for full-time courses at postgraduate level, normally a one-year Master’s degree, in any subject and at any UK university.

To be eligible for a Chevening Award, you must:

> Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country, and intend to return there for a minimum of 2 years after your Chevening Award has finished.

> Hold a degree that is equivalent to at least an upper-second class (2:1) honours degree in the UK before applying.

> Have completed at least two years' work experience before applying. This can include voluntary work and paid or unpaid internships.

> Meet the Chevening English language requirement by 15 July 2015.

> Apply to three different eligible UK university courses (unless otherwise specified in your award category). For further information visit ‘what courses should I apply to?’

> Not hold British citizenship or dual British citizenship, unless you are a citizen of a British Overseas Territory or hold BN(O) and are applying from Hong Kong.

> Not have previously studied in the UK under a UK government-funded scholarship.

> Not be an employee, relative of employee, or former employee (since July 2012) of Her Majesty’s Government (including British Embassies/High Commissions, the Department for International Development, the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills, UK Trade and Investment, the Ministry of Defence and the Home Office), the British Council, a partner, a sponsoring UK university, or a staff member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities.

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

For more details/Original Scholarship Link:

2015/2016 Chevening Scholarships

Start the journey to your dream career with the University of Greenwich, London (UK)

The University of Greenwich is one of London’s leading universities.

We are home to a thriving international community of students from over 140 countries. Each year, more than 4,000 international students from around the world choose to study with us, part of a diverse community of nearly 39,000 students studying in the UK and overseas. 

As a top choice for nationals of Nepal studying with us in the UK, our Nepalese students are drawn to us by high-quality, research-led teaching in first-class facilities.We are at the center of an international network of partners and clients. Based on three attractive, historic campuses in London and Kent, we can offer something for everyone; the bright lights of a major capital city or the quiet pleasures of the English countryside.  

We are proud of our excellent standards of teaching and put student satisfaction at the heart of our work. Recent league tables have seen the university voted top in the country for student satisfaction in a variety of subjects, including marketing, economics, civil engineering and mathematics.  Many of our other subjects have rated in the top 10.  

Whether you are looking to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level, we are sure to have a program to suit you.  At the University of Greenwich, we offer an excellent, globally recognized education that aims to put you ahead in your career.

Why choose University of Greenwich?

• £1,000 Nationality scholarship for nationals of Nepal, plus prompt payment discount available
• Our students consistently rate us highly for our innovative and enthusiastic teaching (NSS 2013, CUG 2014, and Guardian University Guide 2014)
• Accommodation is guaranteed to new students for the September intake
• The university celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2015, so you will be joining an institution with a well-established reputation and a long history
• We are one of the top 10 greenest universities in the UK (People & Planet Green League 2013), with an Outstanding Contribution to Sustainable Development(2013 THE Awards)
• We have won three prestigious Queen’s Anniversary Prizes for Higher and Further Education
• Our modern facilities include the new award-winning £76 million Stockwell Street development in the heart of Greenwich
• We are listed as a Highly Trusted Sponsor, the highest level of compliance required by UKVI, so you can be confident that you are choosing a university which is fully recognized by UK immigration authorities
• Our vibrant international student community has rated the university a great place to study (International Graduate Insight Group). The latest Student Barometer survey highlighted strengths such as the quality of our campus environment and student support services
• Our diverse range of award-winning academic research and collaborations is helping to improve lives and advance society around the world
• Our Greenwich Campus is based on a beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site on the banks of the River Thames - which frequently serves as a location for Hollywood films

Complete the REGISTRATION FORM to register your interest in meeting us on our next visit, to request further information or if you wish to apply for our next  intake!

International Students Scholarship and Graduate Assistantships from East Tennessee State University, USA

In the heart of Johnson City, East Tennessee State University's main campus sits on 340 beautiful acres in the shadow of Buffalo and Cherokee Mountains.East Tennessee State University offers International Students Academic Merit Scholarship and Graduate Assistantships & Tuition Scholarships to international students.

International Students Academic Merit Scholarship

The International Students Academic Merit Scholarship is open to new international students seeking a graduate or undergraduate degree. The scholarship covers 50 percent of the total of in and out-of-state tuition and maintenance fees only. No additional fees or costs are covered. The scholarship award can only be used for study at ETSU. The award is available for:

> Eight semesters for undergraduate recipients

> Five semesters for recipients seeking a master's degree, or commensurate with the length of the program.

> Eight semesters for doctoral students, or commensurate with the length of the program (see ETSU graduate catalog).

> Scholarship can be applied to summer semesters.

When to Apply

Completed applications, including letters of recommendation, need to be submitted by the following dates:

> Fall semester deadline: no later than July 1st

> Spring semester deadline: no later than October 1st

Students are encouraged to submit scholarship applications as soon as they are admitted to ETSU. An application cannot be reviewed until the applicant is admitted to the university. Applications received after the deadline will not be reviewed.

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

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International Students Academic Merit Scholarship from East Tennessee State University, USA

Graduate Assistantships and Tuition Scholarships 

International graduate students are eligible for graduate assistantships (GA) and tuition scholarships (TS). GA and TS positions require students to work in exchange for receiving tuition or maintenance fee waivers. Students receiving a GA receive monthly stipends in addition to the tuition waiver. For international students, GA and TS positions include a waiver of out-of-state tuition (GA positions also include a monthly stipend). In order to be eligible for a GA, international students must be admitted unconditionally as graduate students. To be eligible for a TS, students must be in their first period of enrollment as graduate students.

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

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Graduate Assistantships and Tuition Scholarships from East Tennessee State University,USA

Engineering scholarships for Nepali students

BML Munjal University in Gurgaon, India is giving away scholarships to Nepali students who want to pursue engineering there.

Education Park at Civil Mall in Sundhara, which has been assigned to regulate the scholarship procedure in Nepal has opened applications for students who have passed +2 in Science, said Bhupendra Sitaula, Chairperson of the Park.“The University has allotted 40 quotas of scholarship for Nepali students,” informed Sitaula, adding, “The scholarship covers tuition fees, accommodation and living costs.” According to him, the University will select students who have secured more than 80% marks in high school. The shortlisted students will then have to submit an essay, and then face an online interview (via Skype) with a representative from the University.

Aashma Shrestha from Baneshwar was at the Education Park to fill up the application form on Sunday. “I researched on the Internet about BML Munjal University and after being convinced that it’s a good University, I came here to file my application,” she told Republica.

BML Munjal University’s Regional Chief Mandip Chaudhary said that 40 seats have been reserved for Nepali students recognizing their talent. “We are facilitating scholarships for engineering students in three different categories. To students with more than 80% marks in their +2, we are giving them a 100% scholarship; those with more than 76% marks will have their tuition fees and accommodation fees waived, and students with over 70% marks will get discount in their tuition fees,” Chaudhary told Republica.

source: republica,1 september 2014

Highly preferred in job market-BIM

BIM plays a major role in bridging the gap between management and IT sectors. Many banks, manufacturing agencies and other corporate houses prefer the graduates of this course these days as they are dynamic in both IT and management

Sushma Shrestha, 21, is currently studying Bachelor’s in Information Management (BIM), at St Xavier’s College in Maitighar. Her interest in Information Technology (IT) as well as management studies made her pursue the four-year course.

“IT is very useful in today’s context and management is equally important. I’m glad I chose a course that features a combination of both the streams,” shares Shrestha, adding that since she aspires to be an entrepreneur and handle own business, excelling in the two faculties simultaneously will prove to be very beneficial.

Likewise, Bharat Khanal, 22, a final year student at Kantipur College of Management and Information Technology (KCMIT) in Mid Baneshwar, says, “What I like the most about BIM is that the course provides an intense knowledge on subjects like networking, database, programming, multimedia and computer architecture along with various management subjects.”He suggests that those students, who, like himself, aspire to become an application developer, can opt for BIM. “The course will not only give ample knowledge on technology related subjects to the students for coming up with programs and software, but also on how to promote the product in the market,” he says. He highlights that BIM will make a student compatible in proper communication and marketing, too.

Regarding the enrollment requirements, Shiva Dangol, the coordinator of National College of Computer Studies (NCCS) in Paknajole, informs, “Students first have to pass the Tribhuvan University’s test called Central Management Admission Test (CMAT). Then the college’s faculty reviews the students’ past academic performances and candidates are selected for interview.”

At NCCS, 60 students are enrolled each year for the course. “The popularity of BIM is increasing tremendously over the years. And due to limited seats in the colleges, there’s a tough competition among the applicants,” he observes.

“The course covers subjects like Sociology, English, Statistics, Mathematics, Business Communication and Economics along with fundamental courses of programming,” shares Sujan Kayastha, Director of Thames International College in Old Baneshwar. Due to the variety in the subjects, undergraduate students get to broaden their horizons, he adds.

“BIM plays a major role in bridging the gap between management and IT sectors. Many banks, manufacturing agencies and other corporate houses prefer the graduates of this course these days as they are dynamic in both IT and management,” Kayastha informs.

Adding to what Kayastha says about BIM’s scope, Dangol highlights, “Since BIM makes students proficient in both management as well as IT, after completing the course, they will be able to compete with Bachelor’s in Business Management (BBA) graduates as well as Bachelor’s in Information Technology (BIT) graduates in the job market.” Students can choose from MBA (Master’s in Business Administration) as well as (Master’s in Information Technology) MIT while pursuing higher studies, he concludes.

The colleges’ admission for BIM will be open after CMAT’s results are published. 

source: republica,1 sept 2014

International students Scholarships from University of Arkansas, USA

Application Deadline: 2015-02-01

International students Scholarships are offered from University of Arkansas and are highly competitive and consideration is available only for students planning to enter in Fall terms. Scholarship consideration is not available for those students planning to enter in a Spring term.

International students are eligible to apply for the following scholarships in University of Arkansas :

> Chancellor's Scholarship

> Silas Hunt Scholarship

> University Scholarship

> John and Marie Lavallard Scholarship

> Jack Kent Cooke Transfer Scholarship

> Alumni Scholarships (apply through the Alumni Association)

> The Leo S. Rowe Pan American Fund - The Rowe Fund awards educational loans to qualified persons from Latin American and Caribbean countries.

> Additional Scholarship Opportunities

> Funding Opportunities for Study in the U.S. for Students From Europe and Eurasia

> Selected Funding Sources Open to Non-US Citizens

The deadline to apply for scholarships is February 1, but applying early is critical in order to have maximum consideration.  It is important to submit your application for admission to the University, all supporting documents and official test scores (especially SAT or ACT) far in advance of the scholarship deadline. You must apply separately for scholarships by going to the Office of Scholarships website at http://scholarships.uark.edu/.

Scholarship applications are not held until February 1 to be reviewed all at the same time; rather, scholarships are awarded at periodic intervals to qualifying candidates upon review and approval by the Scholarship Committee.  Therefore, not all qualifying students who apply by February 1 may be awarded a scholarship if funding runs out.  If you are an outstanding student with high test scores and excellent grades, we encourage you to apply early for admission and scholarships.

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Original Scholarship link

International students Scholarships from University of Arkansas,USA