MSc in International Environmental Management

The University of Northampton and the University of Madras would now be offering a joint MSc degree in International Environmental Management.

This programme will be delivered through a blended learning format consisting of online resources and intensive face-to-face tuition at the University of Madras.

The Masters course is flexible by design and would allow candidates to study at a pace which suits their circumstances and permits them to read for a UK degree whilst working and living in India.

Higgs boson course for online learners

Online learners around the world are being offered the chance to study the work of Edinburgh particle physicist Professor Peter Higgs as part of a free course.

The seven-week course, entitled The Discovery of the Higgs boson, describes the scientific advancements that have led to the building of the Large Hadron Collider, in Switzerland, and to the detection of the boson. It highlights the cross-fertilisation between theory and experiment in particle physics during the past 100 years.

The University of Edinburgh is offering the course as its first Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) via the FutureLearn platform.

Storytelling Workshop

The British Council is organising a storytelling workshop by Godfrey Duncan in Bangalore on September 30 from 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm.

For more information, contact 080-22489220 or bl.bangalore@in.britishcouncil.org.

World Convention at IIMB

The Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) is hosting the sixth edition of the Eduniversal World Convention on October 9-12, 2013. 

The four-day convention will bring together deans, business educators, academics and professionals in the field of Education.

The participants registered before the convention (2 weeks ahead) will appear in a handbook (delivered to all participants) and on the website. Convention website (http://convention.eduniversal.com/index.php)

PhD admissions

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal, has announced its Ph D Programme Admission.

Eligibility:  M.Sc/M.Tech Degree  minimum 55% marks along with a valid GATE/UGC/CSIR/JEST/ICMR/DBT/NBHM or any  other recognized score. Fellowships: Financial aid (Assistantship/Scholarship) as per rule.

Reservation: According to Government of India norms.
Detailed information and  application form can be downloaded via www.iiserb.ac.in/phd_admission.php

Last date for receipt of completed applications: Oct 15, 2013
Ph D  Programmes: Ph D in Biological Sciences, Ph D in Earth and Environmental Sciences,  PhD in Physics, PhD in Chemistry.

Disciplines: Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Sciences, and Physics.

Charles Wallace India Trust Scholarships 2014

The deadline for applications for 2014 -15 grants is 31  Dec 2013.

Shortlisted Applicants will be contacted in March-April, 2014.

Apply directly to CWIT in London by e-mail  cwit@btinternet.com.

Applications  should include: Brief CV including e-mail and postal address and photo. Emergency name and contact details in India. A clear statement of what you want to achieve in the UK  and for academic researchers what sources you wish to consult - specific  and not more than 2-3 pages. An indication of how much time you wish to spend in the  UK.

The CWIT grant is reckoned to be sufficient for about 3 weeks. Names and addresses of two referees who know your work  well and who have agreed to be referees   
Fields  covered: History, literature, archaeology, history of art,  philosophy, performing and creative arts.

Eligibility: Applicants should be Indian citizens living in India; be  between 25 and 45; have good knowledge of English  

Applicants should have completed their studies and have 4  or more years of research or experience in their specialization, or be in the  final stages of their doctorate state clearly and exactly what they want to do  in the UK.

Seminar on opportunities in biotechnology

British Council in partnership with Bangalore University, Department of Microbiology & Biotechnology, is organising a one-day seminar on “Opportunities in Biotechnology” on 28 September 2013. 

The purpose of this seminar is to familiarise the students and faculty of biotechnology on current trends and the latest developments in some of the emerging fields of Biotechnology.  The seminar will be held at the Jnana Jyothi Auditorium, Central College Campus in Bangalore. 

The seminar would be useful for students and teachers of biotechnology at undergraduate and postgraduate level. 

All participants attending the seminar will receive a participation certificate. Spot registrations are available to interested students. Registration fee is Rs 250/- . Registration is on a first-cum-first-served basis. 

For more information, contact British Council at 044 - 4205 0630 or Department of Biotechnology, Bangalore University on 080 - 22961461

PhD / MPhil for 2013-14

Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, Coimbatore has invited applications for PhD/ M Phil for 2013-14.

Last date for receipt of applications: 04th Oct, 2013.
Entrance Test & Interview: 19th Oct, 2013.

Admissions & candidates join the respective Departments / Schools: 06th Dec, 2013.
Subject registration for course work: 24th Jan, 2014.

Applications may be downloaded from Karunya website www.karunya.edu.
Filled in application forms may be sent to Admissions Officer, Karunya University, Coimbatore – 641 114, Tamil Nadu, India to reach on or before 04 October 2013.

Master of International Business

University of Delhi, Faculty of Commerce has invited applications to the XXth batch (2014-16) of Master of International Business (MIB) and Master of Human Resource and Organisational Development (MHROD).

Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from the University of Delhi or any other recognised University with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
For details, visit Delhi University website: (www.du.ac.in)

Homoeopathic degree

University of Delhi has invited applications for admission to Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery (BHMS) 5½ years Course-2013-2014 at Nehru Homoeopathic Medical College, New Delhi. 

Application Form may also be downloaded from websites www.du.ac.in or www.fmsc.ac.in and www.nhmc.delhigovt.nic.in

The Application Form can also be obtained from the office of the Principal, Nehru Homoeopathic Medical College, B -Block, Defence Colony, New Delhi.
The last date for submission of Application Form is 27-09-2013.

For details please see websites www.du.ac.in or www.fmsc.ac.in and www.nhmc.delhigovt.nic.in

MBA (International Business)

The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, New Delhi, is conducting a programme in MBA (International Business).

The last Date of receipt of application 7th October 2013. Application Forms can also be downloaded from IIFT’s website: www.iift.edu

Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree from any recognized University or Institution.

A minimum Managerial experience (including self employed) of not less than three years as on November 30, 2013.

Global trade logistics course

The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, New Delhi is organising a certificate programme in global trade logistics and operations.

Eligibility: Should possess minimum Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from a recognized Indian or a foreign university or Diploma holders with two years full time work experience at executive/supervisory level as on 31 st October 2013.

Complete details of the programme are also available at our website: www.iift.edu

IIMC journalism course

The Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi, is conducting a IIMC Diploma Course in Journalism (Urdu) 2013-14. The application form can be downloaded from www.iimc.gov.in

Duration: Nov 2013 to April 2014.
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Good Knowledge of Urdu.
Date of Birth: 1.8.1983 or later.
No of Seats: 25