Ranked in the top 30 UK universities by The Guardian 2017 and a leader in graduate employment, it offers the following scholarships for international students for the 2017/2018 academic year:

Business Faculty Undergraduate Scholarship Scholarship Award Scheme 2017

Aston's Faculty of Business provides several scholarships for international students enrolled in undergraduate programs in 2017/18. The amount of the scholarship is £ 1000 for each year of undergraduate studies and £ 500 for the period of a one-year work internship. Thus, the total amount of the scholarship provided is £ 3500 for the entire duration of the undergraduate studies. The scholarship is provided in the form of a discount on the cost of the education program.

An application for participation in the competition for a scholarship is submitted online on the university website.

Scholarships for MBA Students

  • Aston Excellence Scholarship

The scholarship up to £ 6,000 is awarded to students with exceptional academic, professional and personal achievement, and the ability to promote the program after graduation.

  • Future Leader / Entrepreneur Scholarship

Applicants for this scholarship up to £ 10,000 must demonstrate leadership / entrepreneurial skills and a willingness to contribute personally to the development of the program.

20% discount for university graduates

Students who have received a diploma of first higher education at Aston and decide to continue their studies at the university are given a discount at the rate of 20% to pay for the chosen education program.

Chevening Scholarship

Chevening is the UK Government's international scholarship program to support international students with the makings of global leaders. Aston University is a member of the Chevening program and provides this scholarship to students.

In the coming academic year, numerous educational institutions of the Russian Federation envisage changes in training programs that are aimed at improving the quality and structure of education.

The innovations affected both the preschool and school education systems, as well as the sphere of higher educational institutions.

Education news 2017 - 2018

The Ministry of Education of the Russian Federation in 2017 - 2018 has developed a number of innovations that both teachers and parents need to have a general idea of.

Higher and global education in 2017-2018 will be somewhat redirected towards expanding budget places in more popular areas. Global Education 2017 - 2018, whose scholarships are fully subsidized by the state, provides for the development of areas in demand in modern industry.

The priority areas are:

  • construction specialization;

    The country is actively building in the civil and industrial areas. The lack of specialists directly affects the quality of the construction work performed. Therefore, the state sponsors training in this direction.

  • computer specializations;

    Modern programming is developing very actively. The development of new technologies in all areas of the national economy depends on the level of professionalism of computer technology specialists. The state allocates significant funds for training specialists in this area.

  • the field of communications;

    Since the country is renovating old communications and building new systems, training in this area is fully subsidized by the state.

  • legal specialties.

    Jurisprudence has always been a priority area in a modern rule-of-law state that seeks to ensure order for its citizens in all spheres of life.

    The tasks of higher education for the 2017-2018 academic year also include expanding the opportunities for training foreign citizens, especially from problematic Syria, as well as from countries such as Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan. Moreover, the free type of education is provided taking into account the needs of their home countries.

    Preschool education 2017 - 2018

    Small innovations in education for 2017 - 2018 also affected preschool institutions.

    Innovations in education 2017 - 2018 relate to the introduction of a financial education program for kids.

    Children will be taught the simplest calculations, the elementary principles of calculating for goods upon purchase, as well as the ability to distinguish between banknotes of the Russian Federation.

    Instructive - methodological letter 2017 - 2018, preschool education

    To conduct financial training, specialists have developed special training programs that make it possible to teach complex financial science in a playful way, available for every certain age.

    In the coming academic year, it is planned to introduce new programs in almost all preschool institutions, including private kindergartens.

    Changes in education 2017-2018 academic year

    A detailed instructional and methodological letter 2017 - 2018 brings secondary education to a more modern progressive level.

    Certain measures are envisaged that will allow to quickly introduce innovations in education in 2017 - 2018. School education is being redirected towards strengthening the study of computer technology and the scientific sphere.

    New training programs include:

    • study of special computer terminology;
    • mastering computer equipment;
    • study of the basic principles of operation of various automated systems.

    For the practical study of computer technologies by students and methods of working with them, the ministry provides for additional equipping of schools with modern computer equipment.

    It also introduces an absolutely new, but quite such relevant subject in modern conditions as the basics of cybersecurity. The study of cybersecurity will enable children to independently protect themselves from the negative impact of the Internet.

    Also, such necessary subjects as psychology and astronomy are introduced. An educational program in psychology will provide an opportunity to reduce the growth of drug and alcohol addiction among the younger generation.

    In connection with the emergence of new subjects, textbooks have been developed that were approved by the Ministry of Education in 2017-2018. An electronic base of textbooks is also provided, making training more attractive and convenient. Any educational material can now be simply downloaded to your phone and studied directly in transport or while walking on the street.

    Education primary school 2017 - 2018

    Small changes are also taking place in the system of primary education in the Russian Federation, contributing to the improvement of the quality of education.

    The innovations include:

    • inclusive learning;
    • one-shift lessons;
    • increase in hours of physical training.

    Traditional August Conference of Educators 2017 2018

    The conference for educators, which is held annually in all regions of the country, informs educators about the introduction of innovations. At the conference there is an opportunity for the acquisition of new materials and programs, and the exchange of experience. Educators can talk about improving the quality and learning opportunities of the younger generation.

The decision to extend the Global Education program until 2025, I think
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(I have a direct personal interest
no, because as the winner of the competition I was already guaranteed funding
even if the program is not extended).

Russia should integrate into the world educational
space by sending its citizens to study abroad. After graduation
training, grantees must work for three years in Russia or return
the amount of the grant is threefold. An increase in
employment quotas for Moscow and St. Petersburg by 25%. I understand the logic
quotas for the "capitals", the federal center wants to develop the regions, but this
the requirement reduces the number of people willing to participate in the competition for a grant.

The decision to leave the annual grant amount unchanged (2.7
million rubles), I think it is wrong. Let me explain with my example, the total costs (training
+ accommodation) at Rutgers University is about $ 70 thousand. "Global
education "gives 38 thousand dollars. Fortunately, I will study in graduate school, and
the university provides me with financial assistance in the amount of 32 thousand dollars.

In trade for
I will have to teach the students. However, American universities
quite rarely provide financial assistance to those who study in
magistracy because for them it is one of the main sources of income, and even for undergraduates
cannot be used in the educational process. In my opinion, the size of the grant
should be increased to bring it in line with tuition fees for
abroad.

Another feature of the program is the need for employment in a strictly limited list of employers, which significantly limits the freedom of the graduate, and, again, reduces the number of those wishing to participate. The grantee can apply for the inclusion of a particular organization in the list, however, such requests are not always satisfied.

In addition, a rather unpleasant feature is that
that the grantee bears all currency risks. The grant is nominated for
rubles and with a significant increase in the dollar exchange rate, the program participant risks
find yourself in an extremely difficult situation. Again, I am calm for myself. in such
the case, Rutgers University is likely to increase the size of the financial
help because he is interested in
relatively cheap labor. But people who study programs
master's degrees are at great risk. All this again reduces the number of applicants.
take part in the competition for the program.

And finally, the weight of the criteria for competitive selection to me
seems to be incorrect. Now the place in the queue "weighs" the most at
registration (the earlier you registered, the better), then goes
seniority, and only at the very end of publication in foreign scientific journals. On
in my opinion, the criterion of “publication in
foreign scientific journals ”, and only then“ seniority ”. Again, I already
I am the winner of the competition, and for me it has no personal meaning.

However, the reluctance of the Russian government to increase the attractiveness of the program is understandable, because no additional funding has been allocated for 2017-2025, respectively, we are talking about, in fact, completing the education of the existing grantees. The possibilities of attracting extrabudgetary funding are questionable.

When submitting an application, you must provide a plan for future scientific research and a letter of recommendation in English from the alma mater (i.e. the university where the basic education was received). During its existence, the program has provided funding for scientific works of 750 scientists.

Scholarship Master mind

In 2015, the Flemish government launched a funding program aimed at financially supporting international Master's level students. Every year, the government allocates 45 grants operating in university colleges and major universities in Belgium in all faculties. The prospective master receives a scholarship of € 7,500 per year. The duration of the scholarship corresponds to the duration of the study program: students of two-year master's programs, respectively, receive a total of € 15,000.

Belgian National Research Foundation Scholarship

A PhD holder with a degree less than three years ago can apply for this scholarship. The program is suitable for researchers in any field and provides funding for a period of up to 3 years. The total amount of payments for research activities ranges from € 29,000 to € 45,000. The decision to award a scholarship is made based on the relevance of the research project.

RF Presidential Scholarship "Global Education"

Launched in 2014, the presidential program is aimed at supporting students who independently continue their studies outside the Russian Federation after completing their bachelor's degree at a Russian university. Six of the largest universities in Belgium - the Free University of Brussels, the Universities of Ghent and Liege, the Catholic Universities of Louvain and Leuven, and the University of Antwerp - cooperate with the Global Education program.

The amount of scholarship payments varies depending on the direction and can reach the cost of tuition and living in Belgium. Students of the faculties of exact sciences, technology, medicine and social management can apply for the Global Education scholarship.

Independent scholarships

ScholarshipThe International Lhoist Berghmans

The scholarship applies to holders of a bachelor's degree wishing to continue their studies in one of the following areas: mechanical engineering, electromechanics, chemical engineering and materials science, or civil engineering. The candidate must provide proof of a high average score (at least 3.4 out of 4) and a certificate of proficiency in English (TOEFL iBT at least 85 or IELTS at least 6.5). There are 5 Lhoist Berghmans scholarships awarded annually, each worth € 10,000. The amount covers the student fee and part of the living expenses for the two years of the master's program.

The Erasmus Plus scholarship, led by the European Commission, provides financial assistance to students of exchange programs between universities in Europe and non-EU countries, including Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan and Belarus. Erasmus monthly payments cover living expenses in Belgium and exempts the student from tuition fees at the host university. Students of those universities that have a bilateral agreement on participation in the program in conjunction with a Belgian university can take part in the Erasmus program.

ScholarshipErasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree Student "(IMRD)

Another option for help from Erasmus is the IMRD scholarship, which gives you the opportunity to obtain a master's degree in several European universities at once. Under this program, the student spends the first semester at the University of Ghent (Belgium), the second at the University of Pisa (Italy), the third at Humboldt (Germany) and the fourth at Wageninsky (Netherlands). Funding covers the cost of tuition (everything except the cost of teaching materials) and insurance; the rest of the expenses will be covered by the fellow. The applicant must provide proof of completion of courses in a number of disciplines (mathematics / statistics, biology / agronomy / ecology, sociology / agricultural development) and have excellent command of English (IELTS 6.5). The decision to award a scholarship is made based on the nationality of the student (candidates from less developed countries have priority), the average grade of his diploma and the result in the certificate of knowledge of the English language.

University scholarships

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The Leuven Catholic University Scholarship is for international students who come to Leuven for Master's and Doctorate degrees. This program covers the following scientific areas: astronomy and astrophysics, biology, chemistry, geography, mathematics, physics and statistics. The scholarship covers annual tuition and insurance costs; the amount of housing assistance assistance varies. The maximum amount is € 10,000 per year.

Research Scholarship at the University of Leuven

Catholic University of Leuven offers a monthly scholarship of € 1,500 to post-doctoral students, as well as travel expenses (up to € 1,200) and health insurance. The program is available to candidates from the following CIS countries: Armenia, Moldova, Turkmenistan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan. To apply, you must provide proof of doctoral degree and a certificate of proficiency in English or French (IELTS 6.5 or DALF C1).

Vlerick Business School Scholarship

An annual scholarship of € 14,500 is offered by the Vlerick Business School in Ghent. The scholarship amount partially or fully covers the cost of studying for a master's program at a business school (including an MBA program). Applications are accepted from students with a bachelor's degree or higher, the decision to award a scholarship is made based on individual criteria.