The Rhodes Scholarships at Oxford University

Every year, scholars from 14 countries around the world, including two from Kenya, earn the privilege of becoming Rhodes Scholars by demonstrating their outstanding intellectual and academic ability, integrity of character, strong leadership abilities, energy and drive, and their commitment to public service.

The Rhodes Scholarships offer full funding for two years’ study and are tenable only for full time post-graduate study at the University of Oxford.

The Rhodes Scholarships Selection Committee for Kenya, invites applications for the year of study commencing October 2015.
In addition to exhibiting the above characteristics, applicants must meet the following basic minimum criteria:be holders of a first class or a high upper second class degree (Min. 68% or GPA 3.7)be Kenyan citizenshave been resident in Kenya for at least 5 of last 10 yearswill be 19 years old or over and under 25 years on 1st October 2015Rhodes Scholarships Selection Committee for Kenya on: Rhodes.Selection.Kenya@gmail.comDeadline for applications: 31st August 2014

Kenyatta University

Scholarships for 2014 / 2015

Kenyatta University announces 100 new scholarships for needy and talented students for the academic year starting September 2014/2015. 

This is in line with the KU mission of enhancing access to higher education. A further 20 scholarships are available for Masters Students.
 Kenyatta University is offering Ninety (90) Scholarships for Orphans and Vulnerable Students (OVS) from Kenya seeking to pursue undergraduate degrees at KU. The scholarships will cover the full tuition cost beginning the academic year 2014/2015 for OVS who are admitted to KU programmes.
Partial OVS scholarships are also available for continuing students pursuing various degrees at KU.
 
There are Five (5) Scholarships for exceptionally talented sportsmen and women to study Bachelor degrees in Recreation Science and Sports Management, and Exercise and Sports Science.
 C: Scholarship for Performing Arts
There are Five (5) Scholarships for exceptionally talented students in Music, Fine Art and Theatre Arts.
 
Minimum C+ Mean grade in 2012 or 2013 KCSE
Interested applicants are advised to seek admission from KU.
Applicants must also provide evidence of being needy and/or talented for the indicated degrees. Special consideration will be given to students who are vulnerable including orphans, students from marginalized and geographical disadvantaged areas. The scholarships are awarded as a grant from Kenyatta University in collaboration with Higher Education Loans Board (HELB). HELB will offer a loan for part of the tuition fee which will be repaid subject to recovery conditions upon completion of your degree.
All interested applicants must submit the following to KU Financial Aid Office by June 27th 2014: Filled application form, copy of admission letter to KU, certified copies of relevant certificates / transcripts and, reference letter and copy of Kenyan National ID.
Further information on KU, Financial Aid requirements can be obtained from:
Director, Financial Aid Office
Tel. +254-0725847914 or +254-20-871 0901 ext 4535
Email: financial-aid@ku.ac.ke
Those who do not hear from us by July 8th 2014 should consider their application unsuccessful. Students who have benefited from other funding sources are not eligible for the scholarships.
There are twenty (20) postgraduate scholarships to cover tuition for the Masters programme. These scholarships will be awarded to graduate student admitted in September 2014/2015 academic year and will be based on proven high academic performance. Note: The application is made through the Dean, Graduate School.

The Rhodes Scholarships at Oxford University

Every year, scholars from 14 countries around the world, including two from Kenya, earn the privilege of becoming Rhodes Scholars by demonstrating their outstanding intellectual and academic ability, integrity of character, strong leadership abilities, energy and drive, and their commitment to public service.

The Rhodes Scholarships offer full funding for two years’ study and are tenable only for full time post-graduate study at the University of Oxford.

The Rhodes Scholarships Selection Committee for Kenya, invites applications for the year of study commencing October 2013.

In addition to exhibiting the above characteristics, applicants must meet the following basic minimum criteria:

be holders of a first class or a high upper second class degree (Min. 68% or GPA 3.7)be Kenyan citizenshave been resident in Kenya for at least 5 of last 10 yearswill be 19 years old or over and under 27 years on 15th October 2013
Alternatively, application forms are available at http://www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/ or may be obtained by writing to The National Secretary, Rhodes Scholarships Selection Committee for Kenya on: Rhodes.Selection.Kenya@gmail.com.

Deadline for applications: 31st August 2012

Ministry of Higher Education Science and Technology
Sri Lanka Government Scholarships 2012/2013
The Government of Sri Lanka is offering scholarships in undergraduate and postgraduate studies to qualified Kenyans as follows:
The Scholarships are open for courses of studies other than Medical & Dental Sciences.
Applicants must meet the following conditions:
 Should hold bachelors degree of at least upper second class honors level.For PhD applicants they must have a very good Master’s Degree.Are serving the country in the public sectorAre below 35 years for masters and 45 years for PhDMinimum KCSE Mean Grade of B plainNot more than 23 years of ageStrong grades on the major subjects that are key to the preferred specialityPreliminary application forms are obtainable from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology Offices at Teleposta Towers, 27th Floor, Room 2702.The application forms can also be downloaded from the Ministry’s website: http://www.scienceandtechnology.go.ke/. Applicants for postgraduate studies should submit their applications through their Heads of Departments.
Completed application forms with attached certified copies of ID, academic/professional certificates, transcripts, birth certificates, birth certificate, proposal on the area of study (for PhD applicants) and other testimonials should be sent to:
Director Higher Education,
Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology,
P. O. Box 9583 – 00200, Nairobi
Or delivered to: Teleposta Towers, 27th floor Room 2702
The application forms should reach the Ministry not later than 31st May, 2012.
Director Higher Education
For: Permanent Secretary

Ministry of Higher Education, Science & Education

Advertising for Scholarships

Swiss and Czech Government Scholarships for the Academic Year 2012/2013

The Swiss and Czech Governments have offered scholarships to Kenyans in postgraduate studies as shown below:

Country: Swiss
Number: Unspecified
Financial Support: Partial
Level: Master / Research Fellow
Area of Study: Open (except for studies in Art and Music)

Country: Czech
Number: One(1)
Financial Support: Full
Level: Masters, PHD
Area of Study: Agriculture, Economics(Trade), Information Technologies

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following conditions:

Must be employed in the public sector including research institutions and parastatals.Be under the age of thirty five(35) for Masters and fourty four (44) years for PHDMust have worked for at least Two (2) years since completing their last degree.Have graduated within the last Ten (10) years.Applicants for PHD Programme must attach a proposal and those for the Masters/fellowship must attach a detailed study plan.Additionally applicants for the Swiss Government scholarship must:
Have proof of contact with a professor of an accredited University of Switzerland and.Have a good and documented knowledge of French, German, or Italian language.Application Procedure

Preliminary application forms are obtainable from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology at Telposta Towers, 27th floor or Provincial Technical Training offices.

The application forms can also be downloaded from the Ministry’s website
http://www.scienceandtechnology.go.ke/

All application forms must be forwarded by the respective Heads of Department. Completed application forms with attached certified photocopies of ID, Academic/ Professional Certificates, Transcripts, Birth Certificates, other Testimonials, a proposal and study plan should be sent or delivered to:

Director of Higher Education
Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology
P. O Box 9583-00200
Nairobi

The application forms should reach the ministry not later than 7th November 2011.

Director of Higher Education
For: Permanent Secretary

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Oshwal Aid - a welfare arm of the Oshwal Education and Relief Board (OE&RB), in association with the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), invites eligible university students to apply for Scholarships.

Application forms may be downloaded from the HELB web site [http://www.helb.co.ke/]

Vision: OSHWAL AID envisages healthy communities, prospering in harmony with the natural environment and in which people are inspired to improve the quality of their own and lives of others.

Mission: OSHWAL AID assists communities around East Africa through a wide range of programmes in education, health, disaster relief and sustainable development, where such aid is delivered efficiently and effectively by Oshwal Community members throughout East Africa.

The scholarships will fund 20 students for the total tenure of study for an undergraduate degree program for both tuition and partial upkeep at Kshs.100,000/= per student per annum. The fund seeks to support needy first year students in Kenyan universities.

The courses of study for which the scholarships will finance are:

Business Studies and ManagementFine ArtsPolitical ScienceLawArchitectureInformation Systems and TechnologySocio1ogyEnvironmental StudiesAgriculturalEconomicsPharmacyOshwal Aid emphasizes societal development of an individual. The establishment of this Scholarship Scheme in collaboration with the Higher Education Loans Board aims at assisting bright but financially needy students to pursue Higher Education at a Kenyan University.

This is in line with the Aims and Objectives of Oshwal Aid: “Sensitivity and Responsiveness to Societal needs and the right of every person to attain knowledge through education’

Eligibility

The applicant must:

(a) Be a Kenyan Citizen with a Residential Status in Kenya;

(b) Have sat for the KCSE or GCE or equivalent level not more than one year prior to the application;

(c) Have obtained a mean grade of B+ or equivalent and above, with at least B plain in English and Mathematics;

(d) Demonstrate financial need;

(e) Demonstrate leadership qualities, community service/spirit, concern for others, talent, concern about the environment and a solid character;

(f) Provide reference letters from two referees one of whom must be the secondary school head teacher.

Conditions of the Scholarship

The applicant:

Must show proof of placement at a university;Is expected to provide progress reports from the university on a yearly basis to maintain funding for the ongoing period of study. Oshwal Aid and the Higher Education Loans Board reserves the right to discontinue the scholarship for students who fail to obtain the required grades for progression in the course of study or do not obtain satisfactory progress report from the university.
The deadline for the submission of applications is 2nd September, 2011.

Applications should be submitted to:

The Secretary
Higher Education Loans Board
18th Floor, Anniversary Towers
P.O. Box 69489-00400
Nairobi.

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Oshwal Aid - a welfare arm of the Oshwal Education and Relief Board (OE&RB), in association with the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), invites eligible university students to apply for Scholarships.

Application forms may be downloaded from the HELB web site [http://www.helb.co.ke/]

Vision: OSHWAL AID envisages healthy communities, prospering in harmony with the natural environment and in which people are inspired to improve the quality of their own and lives of others.

Mission: OSHWAL AID assists communities around East Africa through a wide range of programmes in education, health, disaster relief and sustainable development, where such aid is delivered efficiently and effectively by Oshwal Community members throughout East Africa.

The scholarships will fund 20 students for the total tenure of study for an undergraduate degree program for both tuition and partial upkeep at Kshs.100,000/= per student per annum. The fund seeks to support needy first year students in Kenyan universities.

The courses of study for which the scholarships will finance are:

Business Studies and ManagementFine ArtsPolitical ScienceLawArchitectureInformation Systems and TechnologySocio1ogyEnvironmental StudiesAgriculturalEconomicsPharmacyOshwal Aid emphasizes societal development of an individual. The establishment of this Scholarship Scheme in collaboration with the Higher Education Loans Board aims at assisting bright but financially needy students to pursue Higher Education at a Kenyan University.

This is in line with the Aims and Objectives of Oshwal Aid: “Sensitivity and Responsiveness to Societal needs and the right of every person to attain knowledge through education’

Eligibility

The applicant must:

(a) Be a Kenyan Citizen with a Residential Status in Kenya;

(b) Have sat for the KCSE or GCE or equivalent level not more than one year prior to the application;

(c) Have obtained a mean grade of B+ or equivalent and above, with at least B plain in English and Mathematics;

(d) Demonstrate financial need;

(e) Demonstrate leadership qualities, community service/spirit, concern for others, talent, concern about the environment and a solid character;

(f) Provide reference letters from two referees one of whom must be the secondary school head teacher.

Conditions of the Scholarship

The applicant:

Must show proof of placement at a university;Is expected to provide progress reports from the university on a yearly basis to maintain funding for the ongoing period of study. Oshwal Aid and the Higher Education Loans Board reserves the right to discontinue the scholarship for students who fail to obtain the required grades for progression in the course of study or do not obtain satisfactory progress report from the university.
The deadline for the submission of applications is 2nd September, 2011.

Applications should be submitted to:

The Secretary
Higher Education Loans Board
18th Floor, Anniversary Towers
P.O. Box 69489-00400
Nairobi.

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Republic of Kenya

Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology

Algeria Government Scholarships 2011/2012

The Government of Algeria is offering five (5) Scholarships to Kenyan students in the following specialties:

(a) Undergraduate Courses in French Language

Medicine: One (01)Dental Surgery: One (01)Agronomy: One (01)Eligibility

The applicants for undergraduate should be:

Holders of a minimum of KCSE grade B (Plain) with strong grades in the subjects relevant to the desired course (at least B Plain)Under 23 years of ageThose who completed school not more than three years ago and have original KCSE Certificate.(b) Postgraduate (Masters and Doctorate) in French language
Mathematics and informatics: One (01)Science of matter: One (01)Eligibility

The applicants for Postgraduate should be:

Those serving in the Public SectorThose who have completed at least two (2) years of continuous service since their last degree studiesThose who graduated in the last ten (10) yearsUnder 34 years for Masters and have 1st or Upper 2nd class Honours degree from a recognized universityUnder 44 years for PhD degree and must be holders of Masters degree from a recognized universityApplication Procedure

Preliminary application forms are obtainable from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology offices at Telposta Towers, 27th floor room 2702.

The application forms can also be downloaded from the Ministry’s website:

www.scienceandtechnology.go.ke

Candidates for postgraduate courses should submit their application forms through their heads of departments.

Completed application forms with attached certified photocopies of ID, academic/professional certificates, transcripts, Birth Certificate, other testimonials and a proposal in the area of study should be sent to:

Director of Higher Education
Ministry of Higher Education,
Science and Technology,
P. O. Box 9583 -00200
Nairobi

Or delivered to:

Telposta Towers, 27th floor Room 2702

The application forms should reach the Ministry not later than 1st August 2011.

NB: Applications for Morocco Government Scholarships whose advert appeared in the media on 20th July, should reach the Ministry not later than 27th July, 2011.

Director of Higher Education
For: Permanent Secretary

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The Gandhi Smarak Nidhi fund will offer a limited number of partial scholarships tenable at the University of Nairobi, for Masters and Postgraduate Diploma studies during the 2011/2012 academic year.

Interested candidates are invited to apply for the scholarship by filling in a formal application/re-application
form available in Room A112 Administration Block, Main Campus after presenting a receipt of a non-refundable application fees of Kenya Shillings Five Hundred Only (KShs. 500.00).

This amount should be deposited into the University of Nairobi Account Number: 03-094-8245531, Barclays Bank of Kenya - Queensway House Branch at any Barclays Bank of Kenya branch. The bank deposit slip should then be taken to the Student Finance Office (Room G4), for
receipting.

Applicants must attach to the completed form a letter of offer (Notice of eligibility) to study at the University of Nairobi for a Masters or Postgraduate Diploma programme (not PhD) and must have attained at least an Upper Second Class Honours or its equivalent at Bachelors Level.

Completed application forms may be send to the Secretary, Gandhi Smarak Nidhi Fund, University of Nairobi, P. O. Box 30197 –00100 G.P.O. Nairobi, or delivered to Room A112 Administration Block, Main Campus so as to reach by Friday July 29, 2011.

Only successful applicants will be notified

Every year, scholars from 14 countries around the world including two from Kenya, earn the privilege of becoming Rhodes Scholars by demonstrating their outstanding intellectual and academic ability, integrity of character, strong leadership abilities, energy and drive, and their commitment to public service.

The Rhodes Scholarships offer full funding for two years study and are tenable only for full time post graduate study at the University of Oxford.

The Rhodes Scholarships Selection Committee for Kenya, invites applications for the year of study commencing October 2012.

In addition to exhibiting the above characteristics, applicants must meet the following basic minimum criteria:

be holders of a first class or a high upper second class degree(Min.68% or GPA 3.7)be Kenyan citizenshave been resident in Kenya for at least 5 of last 10 yearswill be aged between 19 and 27 on 1st October 2012Application forms are available at http://www.rhodestrust.org/ or may be obtained by writing to:

The National Secretary
Rhodes Scholarships Selection Committee for Kenya
P.O. Box 2588 00202
Nairobi

or Rhodes.Selection.Kenya@gmail.com

Deadline for applications: 31st August 2011

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Scholarships in Kenya.
Every year, scholars from 14 countries around the world including two from Kenya, earn the privilege of becoming Rhodes Scholars by demonstrating their outstanding intellectual and academic ability, integrity of character, strong leadership abilities, energy and drive, and their commitment to public service.
The Rhodes Scholarships offer full funding for two years study and are tenable only for full time post graduate study at the University of Oxford.

The Rhodes Scholarships Selection Committee for Kenya, invites applications for the year of study commencing October 2012.

In addition to exhibiting the above characteristics, applicants must meet the following basic minimum criteria:
* be holders of a first class or a high upper second class degree(Min.68% or GPA 3.7)
* be Kenyan citizens
* have been resident in Kenya for at least 5 of last 10 years
* will be aged between 19 and 27 on 1st October 2012

Application forms are available at www.rhodestrust.org or may be obtained by writing to:

The National Secretary
Rhodes Scholarships Selection Committee for Kenya
P.O. Box 2588 00202
Nairobi

or Rhodes.Selection.Kenya@gmail.com

Deadline for applications: 31st August 2011

Kenyatta University’s Philosophy is sensitivity and responsiveness to societal needs and the right of every person to knowledge

OVS Scholarships

Kenyatta University is offering Two (2) Scholarships for Orphans and Vulnerable Students(OVS) from Kenya seeking to pursue undergraduate degrees at KU.

The scholarships will cover the full tuition cost beginning the academic year 2011/2012 for OVS who have already been admitted to KU programmes.

Requirements: Minimum C+ Mean grade in 2009 or 2010 KCSE.

OVS Scholarships for Continuing Students

There are Ten (10) Partial Scholarships for tuition for full time students already in session at KU for the year beginning September 2011/2012.

The scholarship will cover 40% tuition costs beginning the academic year 2011/2012 for students with proven high performance and genuine need of financial assistance.

RUSA Scholarships

There are Ten (10) Partial Scholarship for tuition for full time students who must have been in session in the previous semester.

The scholarship will cover 25% tuition costs beginning the academic year September 2011/2012 for students with proven high performance and genuine need of financial assistance.

KU Internal Bursary

Internal bursaries are for students already enrolled into Kenyatta University programmes and are awarded based on the need of vulnerable students.

The application should be supported by a Letter from either the principal/head teacher, chief or pastor.

Note: The application is made through the Dean of Students.

KU Postgraduate Scholarships

The University will give Twenty (20) postgraduate scholarships to cover tuition for the Masters programme.

These scholarships will be awarded to graduate students admitted in September 2011/2012 academic year and will be based on proven high academic performance.

The application is made through the Dean, Graduate School.

Note: Application Procedure

ALL interested applicants must submit the following to the KU Financial Aid Office by July 15th 2011: Application letter, filled application form, certified copies of relevant certificates / transcripts, reference letter by Principal/Head Teacher or chief/pastor; and a short essay of 400
words on why you deserve the scholarship

Further information on KU, Financial Aid requirements can be obtained from:

Director, Financial Aid Office
Tel. +254-20-8711949 or +254-20-8710901 ext 522
Email: financial-aid@ku.ac.ke

Applicants for these scholarships should visit the KU website at www.ku.ac.ke/fao to download the application form or visit the Financial Aid Office on Nigeria Street, office No. 2

Those who do not hear from us by July 29th 2011 should consider their application unsuccessful

Students who have benefited from other funding sources are not eligible for the scholarships

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Kenyatta University In Kenya Scholarships Year 2011.
Kenyatta University’s Philosophy is sensitivity and responsiveness to societal needs and the right of every person to knowledge Kenyatta University is offering Two (2) Scholarships for Orphans and Vulnerable Students(OVS) from Kenya seeking to pursue undergraduate degrees at KU.

The scholarships will cover the full tuition cost beginning the academic year 2011/2012 for OVS who have already been admitted to KU programmes.

Requirements: Minimum C+ Mean grade in 2009 or 2010 KCSE.
OVS Scholarships for Continuing StudentsThere are Ten (10) Partial Scholarships for tuition for full time students already in session at KU for the year beginning September 2011/2012.

The scholarship will cover 40% tuition costs beginning the academic year 2011/2012 for students with proven high performance and genuine need of financial assistance.

There are Ten (10) Partial Scholarship for tuition for full time students who must have been in session in the previous semester.
The scholarship will cover 25% tuition costs beginning the academic year September 2011/2012 for students with proven high performance and genuine need of financial assistance. Internal bursaries are for students already enrolled into Kenyatta University programmes and are awarded based on the need of vulnerable students.

The application should be supported by a Letter from either the principal/head teacher, chief or pastor.
Note: The application is made through the Dean of Students.

The University will give Twenty (20) postgraduate scholarships to cover tuition for the Masters programme.
These scholarships will be awarded to graduate students admitted in September 2011/2012 academic year and will be based on proven high academic performance.

The application is made through the Dean, Graduate School.

ALL interested applicants must submit the following to the KU Financial Aid Office by July 15th 2011: Application letter, filled application form, certified copies of relevant certificates / transcripts, reference letter by Principal/Head Teacher or chief/pastor; and a short essay of 400
words on why you deserve the scholarship

Further information on KU, Financial Aid requirements can be obtained from:

Director, Financial Aid Office
Tel. +254-20-8711949 or +254-20-8710901 ext 522
Email: financial-aid@ku.ac.ke

Applicants for these scholarships should visit the KU website at www.ku.ac.ke/fao to download the application form or visit the Financial Aid Office on Nigeria Street, office No. 2

Those who do not hear from us by July 29th 2011 should consider their application unsuccessful
Students who have benefited from other funding sources are not eligible for the scholarships

Scholarships funding  in Kenya.

Call for Scholarships Application

Development Support Initiatives for Education & Research in Africa (DESIRE—Africa) is an International Non Governmental Organization founded to promote post secondary, postgraduate education and Research in Africa.

The organization is awarding partial and full scholarships to Undergraduate / Postgraduate and Research to students to study in African Accredited Universities, limited chances are also available for overseas Universities and it is open to all African citizens.

This is to inform and clarify to interested applicants to DESIRE-Africa Scholarship awards that the deadline for application is 15th April 2010.

Eligibility Requirements and Application Forms are downloadable from DESIRE-Africa website: www.desireafrica.org. Successful applicants will be notified through mail and press.

If you have any questions about the application, Please email: info @ desireafrica.org or visit our website www.desireafrica.org.

II Career Opportunity

Grants/Fundraising Manager HR/REF/006/2-2010

Qualifications

* Degree in related field/Masters degree will be an added advantage
* At least 5 years’ experience of charitable fundraising, with a verifiable track record of personal achievement.
* At least three years’ experience of managing a multidisciplinary fundraising team, with a verifiable track record of successful team development.
* Developed experience in at least three of the following fundraising areas – community, corporate, trust, statutory, major donor, events and legacies.
* An ability to be proactive in developing relationships with funders and influential decision makers.
* Experience of detailed budgeting and presentation of financial information.
* Excellent presentation and communication skills.
* Highly organized and target driven with the tenacity to see through challenging projects.
* Relentless in driving team performance forward.
* An entrepreneurial and highly developed business instinct..
* Understanding of, and sympathy with, the overall aims of the Trust.

If you meet the above requirements please submit your application together with updated curriculum vitae so as to reach the undersigned not later than 30th April 2010.

Late applications will not be considered.

The Country Director
Desire-Africa
P.O Box 104183 – 00101, Nairobi.
Along Ngong Road, Near Adams
Next to A-Plus Motors
1st Mansionette (Royal Family Saloon)

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The Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA), a state corporation with die mandate to supervise, regulate and develop the insurance industry in Kenya is offering six (6) scholarships to Kenyans interested in pursuing Actuarial Science courses at the Cass Business School, United Kingdom.

The scholarship will cater for tuition, travel, accommodation and any other incidental expenses.

1. Scholarships for Bachelor of Actuarial Science

Eligible candidates must meet the following requirements:

Should have scored a mean grade of A in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with an A grade in Mathematics and EnglishShould have completed secondary education in the last 3 years.2. Scholarship for Master of Science Degree in Actuarial Management/ Science

Eligible candidates must meet the following requirements:

Should have obtained Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science (First Class Honours) or an equivalent Actuarial Science qualification.Should have graduated not more than five years ago.Should have obtained a mean grade of "A"in the KCSE examsShould have made significant progress towards becoming Associate Members of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries.Preliminary application forms are available and can be downloaded from the IRA website i.e. http://www.ira.go.ke/

Completed application forms together with copies of identification, result slips/ transcripts, academic certificate, birth certificate and school leaving certificate should be sent to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Insurance Regulatory Authority
P.O.Box 43505-00100
Nairobi

The applications should reach IRA offices not later than 13th June, 2011.

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Scholarships for Kenyans.

Every year, scholars from14 countries around the world, including two from Kenya, earn the privilege of becoming Rhodes Scholars by demonstrating their outstanding intellectual and academic ability, integrity of character, strong leadership abilities, energy and drive, and their commitment to public service.

The Rhodes Scholarships offer full funding for two years study and are tenable only for full time post graduate study at the University of Oxford.

The Rhodes Scholarships Selection Committee for Kenya, invites Scholarships applications  from Kenyans for the year of study commencing October 2012.

In addition to exhibiting the above characteristics, Kenyan applicants must meet the following basic minimum criteria:

be holders of a first class or a high upper second class degree(Min.68% or GPA 3.7)
be Kenyan citizens
have been resident in Kenya for at least 5 of last 10 years
will be aged between 19 and 27 on 1st October 2012

Application forms are available at www.rhodestrust.org or may be obtained by writing to:

The National Secretary
Rhodes Scholarships Selection Committee for Kenya
P.O. Box 2588 00202
Nairobi, Kenya

or Rhodes.Selection.Kenya@gmail.com

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Republic of Kenya

Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology

Government Scholarships for the People’s Republic of China 2011/2012

The China Government is offering twenty nine (29) scholarships to Kenyans in both undergraduate and post graduate studies.

They are in the following categories:

* Undergraduates : 13
* Postgraduates : 16

Eligibility

Undergraduate:

Studies in Engineering and Medicine

* Minimum KCSE mean grade of B+ with a minimum of grade ‘B’ in Mathematics, Physics, Biology and Chemistry
* Not more than 23 years of age.
* Only those candidates who completed secondary education in the last 3 years need apply.

Postgraduate:

Studies in Engineering, Medicine, Computer Science and Pharmacy.

Eligible candidates are only those who:

* Are serving the country in the public sector.
* Completed two (2) years of continuous service since their last degree studies
* Graduated in the last ten (10) years
* Are below 34 years for Masters and 40 years old for PhD. Programmes.

Note:

* For masters degree application one must have attained 1st class or Upper Second Class Honours degree from a recognized university.
* For PhD studies application one must be a holder of a Masters degree with good grades from a recognized university

Application Procedure

Preliminary application forms are obtainable from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology offices at Telposta Towers, 27th floor room 2702 or Provincial Technical Training Offices.

The application forms can also be downloaded from the Ministry’s website: www.scienceandtechnology.go.ke.

Candidates for postgraduate studies should submit their application forms through their heads of departments (HODS).

Completed application forms with attached certified photocopies of ID, academic/professional certificates, transcripts, birth Certificate, school leaving certificate and other testimonials should be sent or delivered to:

Director Higher Education
Ministry of Higher Education,
Science and Technology,
P. O. Box 9583 -00200
Nairobi

Or delivered to: Telposta Towers, 27th floor room 2702

The application should reach the Ministry not later than 7th April, 2011.

Director of Higher Education
For: Permanent Secretary

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Republic of Kenya

Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology

Government Scholarships for the People’s Republic of China 2011/2012

The China Government is offering twenty nine (29) scholarships to Kenyans in both undergraduate and post graduate studies.

They are in the following categories:

* Undergraduates : 13
* Postgraduates : 16

Eligibility

Undergraduate:

Studies in Engineering and Medicine

* Minimum KCSE mean grade of B+ with a minimum of grade ‘B’ in Mathematics, Physics, Biology and Chemistry
* Not more than 23 years of age.
* Only those candidates who completed secondary education in the last 3 years need apply.

Postgraduate:

Studies in Engineering, Medicine, Computer Science and Pharmacy.

Eligible candidates are only those who:

* Are serving the country in the public sector.
* Completed two (2) years of continuous service since their last degree studies
* Graduated in the last ten (10) years
* Are below 34 years for Masters and 40 years old for PhD. Programmes.

Note:

* For masters degree application one must have attained 1st class or Upper Second Class Honours degree from a recognized university.
* For PhD studies application one must be a holder of a Masters degree with good grades from a recognized university

Application Procedure

Preliminary application forms are obtainable from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology offices at Telposta Towers, 27th floor room 2702 or Provincial Technical Training Offices.

The application forms can also be downloaded from the Ministry’s website: www.scienceandtechnology.go.ke.

Candidates for postgraduate studies should submit their application forms through their heads of departments (HODS).

Completed application forms with attached certified photocopies of ID, academic/professional certificates, transcripts, birth Certificate, school leaving certificate and other testimonials should be sent or delivered to:

Director Higher Education
Ministry of Higher Education,
Science and Technology,
P. O. Box 9583 -00200
Nairobi

Or delivered to: Telposta Towers, 27th floor room 2702

The application should reach the Ministry not later than 7th April, 2011.

Director of Higher Education
For: Permanent Secretary

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Republic of Kenya

Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology

Government Scholarships for the People’s Republic of China 2011/2012

The China Government is offering twenty nine (29) scholarships to Kenyans in both undergraduate and post graduate studies.

They are in the following categories:

Undergraduates : 13Postgraduates : 16Eligibility

Undergraduate: Studies in Engineering and Medicine

Minimum KCSE mean grade of B+ with a minimum of grade ‘B’ in Mathematics, Physics, Biology and ChemistryNot more than 23 years of age.Only those candidates who completed secondary education in the last 3 years need apply.Postgraduate: Studies in Engineering, Medicine, Computer Science and Pharmacy.

Eligible candidates are only those who:

Are serving the country in the public sector.Completed two (2) years of continuous service since their last degree studiesGraduated in the last ten (10) yearsAre below 34 years for Masters and 40 years old for PhD. Programmes.For masters degree application one must have attained 1st class or Upper Second Class Honours degree from a recognized university.For PhD studies application one must be a holder of a Masters degree with good grades from a recognized universityApplication Procedure

Preliminary application forms are obtainable from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology offices at Telposta Towers, 27th floor room 2702 or Provincial Technical Training Offices.

The application forms can also be downloaded from the Ministry’s website: www.scienceandtechnology.go.ke.

Candidates for postgraduate studies should submit their application forms through their heads of departments (HODS).

Completed application forms with attached certified photocopies of ID, academic/professional certificates, transcripts, birth Certificate, school leaving certificate and other testimonials should be sent or delivered to:

Director Higher Education
Ministry of Higher Education,
Science and Technology,
P. O. Box 9583 -00200
Nairobi

Or delivered to: Telposta Towers, 27th floor room 2702

The application should reach the Ministry not later than 7th April, 2011.

Director of Higher Education
For: Permanent Secretary

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The Kenya National Committee of UWC is offering 1 full and 3 partial scholarships as well as 2 non funded place to attend United World Colleges overseas for a two year international experience and academic study leading to an IB Diploma.

Requirements:

* Kenyan citizen 16-18 years by September 2010.
* B+ or above KCSE grade average and “A” for G.C.E. or I.G.C.S.E.
* Proof of involvement in extra and co-curricular activities
* Demonstrated leadership potential

Mail a HAND WRITTEN application, including copies of school leaving certificate, result slip and other supportive documents to:

Kenya National Committee of UWC
P.O. Box 51916-00200 Nairobi

to reach no later than 27th March 2010

N.B. Only successful applicants will receive acknowledgment by early April 2010.

No registered mail please

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