PhD at IISER, Mohali

Applications are invited by the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Mohali for admission to the PhD programme in biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics, earth & environment science and humanities & social sciences for the session beginning in August 2015.

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Eligibility: The applicant should have a master’s degree in science / BTech / MBBS / MTech with a good academic record and should be GATE / CSIR or UGC-NET / JEST / NBHM-JRF / ICAR-JRF / ICMR-JRF / DBT-JRF / DST- INSPIRE qualified.

How to apply: Prospective candidates should apply online using the "Online Application Facility" at http://www.iisermohali.ac.in/acad/phd_instAug2015.html

Short-listed candidates will be invited for a screening-test / interview at IISER Mohali.

Deadline: March 20, 2015

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www.iisermohali.ac.in/acad/phdAdmissionAug15.html

MSc in Digital Media Systems

Loughborough University campus in London has invited applications for its MSc in Digital Media Systems course. The programme will grant the students an opportunity to engage with research- motivated problems in the exciting areas of media capturing, processing, rendering, user perception testing.

Eligibility: Interested candidates are required to have a minimum second class honours degree in electronics, physics and related degree course from a UK university or equivalent overseas qualification recognised by Loughborough University.

For the English language requirements, a candidate must score an overall 6.5 in IELTS, with a minimum of 6.0 in each subtest that includes reading, listening, writing and speaking or equivalent.

Fee:£19,950

Deadline: March 2015.

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www.lboro.ac.uk/study/apply/postgraduate

Soft skills training

Rajasthan Institute of Engineering and Technology (RIET), Jaipur, invites applications for a soft-skills training programme for various job roles in the telecom industry. The programme is being offered in collaboration with the Telecom Sector Skill Council (TSSC). The courses will provide theoretical as well as practical knowledge about every aspect of the telecom industry and make them eligible through certification.

About the programme: A Training Program that will allow students from diverse backgrounds to gain basic concepts and knowledge in the Telecom industry.

How to apply: The dates for applying will be in two phases for every month — Phase-1 (dates 1st and 2nd) and Phase-2 (dates 15th -16th). This programme will emphasise mostly on the technical know-how that are required for building a successful career in the telecom industry. It will train students in advanced, comprehensive practical skills and techniques employed for specialised applications in the telecom industry. Both RIET and TSSC will jointly identify the job role that is necessary for training and placement for the students.

The above fee will include the cost of study material which is to be provided to the candidate. Examination fee is Rs1000 which is to be borne by the candidate.

How to apply: Application form can obtained from the admission office of Rajasthan Institute of Engineering and Technology, RIET, Ajmer Road, Bhankrota, Jaipur, Rajasthan- 302024 on all working days (9 am- 5 pm). You can also apply online and download forms from their website: www.rietjaipur.com

Deadline: April 2015

Check out: www.rietjaipur.com

Baking and pastry programme

Kendall College of Culinary Arts, Chicago, invites applications for baking and pastry programme for its summer 2015 session. The college offers a curriculum that combines strong academics with practical experience that help give graduates the skills and expertise to be leaders in their professions. Associate of Applied Science Degree in Baking and Pastry is a six-quarter programme that prepares students to enter the baking and pastry profession with confidence. The students are given chocolate and confectionery classes as well as a unique wedding cake course. During the programme the students are trained under Michelin recommended fine-dining restaurants to provide them with on-shore training.

Eligibility: The candidates

should be:

• 18 years old at the start of programme
• Have minimum ACT composite score of 18 or greater or three-part SAT score of 1290 or higher. Students who did not take the ACT or SAT exam, or who graduated more than five years from the intended start date, will be required to take a placement exam prior to admission.
• English requirements- Students who are not native English speakers, should enclose one of the following:
• TOEFL: Minimum score of 71 on the internet based test. All components must meet minimum level of 17
• I.E.L.T.S. Academic Module minimum Overall Band Score of 5.5 (min 5.5 in speaking and listening & 5.0 in reading and writing)
• Documents requirement-
• Official Secondary-School Transcripts, Marks Sheets, or Ending Examination Results.
• Official High-School transcript with graduation date and, if applicable, Official College or University transcripts.

Contact the Enrollment Advisor for more details. Applicants who do not meet the Academic Entry Requirements will be required to take the Kendall College New Student Assessment as a part of the admission process.

How to apply: Log on www.kendall.edu/admissions/international-admissions/application-process-international-students Enter your details on the landing page and a Kendall College counselor will connect to assist.

Deadline: June 1, 2015

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www.kendall.edu/admissions/international-admissions/application-process-international-students/

Fashion and textile designing

LISAA School of Design, Delhi, a French Design School recognised by French Ministry of Culture and Communication offers two-year course in “Fashion Design and Textile Design”.

The course: The course introduces students to the enormous opportunities that the fashion design discipline offers through conceptual exercises / projects students learn about fashion design.

Eligibility: Class XII pass. Prospective students have to clear LISAA Creative Aptitude test and show examples of their interest and passion for the design field.

How to apply: Application forms are available at LISAA School of Design, Okhla New Delhi.

Exam date: April 18, 2015

Check out: www.lisaadelhi.com

MSc Automotive Systems Engineering

The Department of Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering at UK’s Loughborough University is inviting applications for MSc in Automotive Systems Engineering course. Ranked 11th for its aeronautical and manufacturing engineering by the Times Good University Guide 2015, the department is a specialist centre within one of the UK’s largest engineering universities.

The course: The one-year full-time programme, accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, has been devised for students interested in the automotive industry with knowledge and technical expertise in a wide range of automotive disciplines. The curriculum consists of three compulsory core modules on Vehicle and Powertrain Functional Performance, Vehicle Systems Analysis and Manufacturing Systems and Integrated Design. Students can additionally choose three modules from a choice of five. The full-time programme also involves a university-based project for the students to work on.

Eligibility: Students who wish to apply for the programme must have a first class degree in engineering or physical sciences. In exceptional circumstances, lower academic standards may be compensated by experience in the automotive industry.

Fee: £17,950 and the programme commences on September 28, 2015.

How to apply: Candidates can apply for the course at http://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/howtoapply/.

Deadline: The last date to apply for the first round of scholarships is March 31.

Check out: For further details students can contact Aaepgadmissions@lboro.ac.uk