Scholarship for MSc International Development Programme at University of Birmingham, 2012 UK

Mo Ibrahim Foundation funded Masters Scholarship in the field of International Development (Governance and State-building) for the applicants of Africa at University of Birmingham, 2012 UK
Study Subject(s):International Development (Governance and State-building)
Course Level:Masters
Scholarship Provider: Mo Ibrahim Foundation
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility:The entry requirements consist of:
-At least an upper second-class Honours degree or equivalent from an approved university.
-Adequate capacity in written and spoken English.
-For those whose first language is not English, evidence of this capacity is required.
-Applicants should reach at least level 6.5 in the IELTS or 580 /93 for TOEFL. Please check the University website for more information on English language requirements.
-Experience in economics and statistics, demonstrated through a good mark received for at least one course at undergraduate level.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Africa
Scholarship Description: The Governance and State building programme is one of the specialized streams within international development, and takes an interdisciplinary standpoint, combining the theoretical rigor of political economy and the practical experience of development. The good governance agenda occurs now increasingly alongside debate on state-building, which encompasses issues such as accountability and transparency, corruption, conflict, political settlement, human rights, participation, access to justice and democratization.
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: 11th June, 2012
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