{"id":5696,"date":"2011-10-19T15:57:38","date_gmt":"2011-10-19T15:57:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.faceofmalawi.com\/?p=5696"},"modified":"2011-10-19T15:57:38","modified_gmt":"2011-10-19T15:57:38","slug":"canon-collins-trust-scholarships-at-chancellor-college-malawi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.faceofmalawi.com\/index.php\/2011\/10\/19\/canon-collins-trust-scholarships-at-chancellor-college-malawi\/","title":{"rendered":"Canon Collins Trust scholarships at Chancellor College, Malawi"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>We currently support scholars studying for a Masters in Education Leadership, Policy and Planning at Chancellor College, Zomba. Only students accepted onto the course at the university will be invited to apply.<\/p>\n

Only invited scholars may apply.
\nWhat we offer
\nIn 2012 we will offer a maximum of 2 scholarships. Each scholarship covers tuition fees only.
\nAre you eligible?
\nTo apply for a scholarship you must
\naccepted to study of a MA in Education Leadership, Policy and Planning at Chancellor College
\nbe a national of and resident in Malawi<\/p>\n

James Learmonth Scholarship Programme for the Masters in Educational Leadership, Policy and Planning at Chancellor College, Malawi Application Guidelines<\/p>\n

General Information
\nCanon Collins Trust administers the James Learmonth scholarship programme. We will offer support to two scholars studying for a Masters in Education Leadership, Policy and Planning at Chancellor College, Zomba.\u00a0 This is a partial scholarship covering tuition fees.\u00a0 Scholars will need to cover living costs and other costs themselves.<\/p>\n

James Learmonth was an influential educational practitioner in the UK who believed strongly that education was the key to greater inclusion, social stability and international co-operation. He also believed that teachers and educational leaders can only be effective if they continue learning. When James died of cancer in 2003, his wife, family and numerous colleagues and friends decided to establish the James Learmonth Scholarship Programme in his memory. The aim of this programme is to support teachers and educational leaders in Malawi to pursue studies in education.<\/p>\n

Are you eligible?<\/p>\n

Applicants must be
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0accepted to study of a MA in Education Leadership, Policy and Planning at Chancellor College
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0a national of and resident in Malawi
\nApplication Process:<\/p>\n

The application form is of primary importance as assessment is made on the basis of this. The form can be completed on a computer (preferable), typed, or hand written. It MUST be neat and easy to read. The following supporting documents must be included, and must be sent with the application form in one envelope:
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Certified copy of undergraduate degree certificate
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Certified academic transcripts (from university only)
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Reference letters from two referees
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0A copy of your two most recent payslips, if applicable
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0A thesis proposal for your PhD, if applicable<\/p>\n

We will not assess applications that have documents missing. Please do not submit your application until you have all the necessary information.<\/p>\n

Please post (do not fax or email) completed application forms and supporting documents to:<\/p>\n

Canon Collins Trust
\n22, The Ivories
\nNorthampton Street
\nLondon
\nN1 2HY
\nUnited Kingdom<\/p>\n

Or email completed application forms and supporting documents to chanco@canoncollins.org.uk by 23rd September 2011.\u00a0 If you are sending applications by email, please make sure that all emails include a relevant subject heading, including your name.\u00a0 Try to avoid sending multiple emails, and if you have to do so, make sure that each email contains a clear heading in order to help us process your application.<\/p>\n

Timetable<\/p>\n

The deadline for applications is September 23rd 2011. Late applications will not be considered.<\/p>\n

We will acknowledge receipt of your application once it has been processed \u2013 please be patient.<\/p>\n

We will let you know the outcome of your application by the end of September 2011.<\/p>\n

Please do not email us to ask about the outcome of your application, as we are unable to respond. All notifications will be by email so please make sure you provide an accurate email address.<\/p>\n

References<\/p>\n

Ideally, you should submit an academic reference and a reference from an employer.\u00a0 If you are not currently employed, we will accept a reference from voluntary work, or two academic references.\u00a0 If you have been out of education for five years or more we will accept two work references.<\/p>\n

You should ask your referees to provide you with a reference that relates to your application for this scholarship.\u00a0 It should outline your strengths as an applicant, demonstrate your capacity to study at the level required, and identify your potential impact in the future.<\/p>\n

Selection Criteria<\/p>\n

The Trust assesses applications on the basis of the information given in the application form. We apply the following criteria:<\/p>\n

1. Academic Record and References
\nApplicants should have a minimum of a good second-class (2.1) undergraduate degree and excellent references<\/p>\n

2. Relevance of Proposed Course of Study to the needs of Southern Africa
\nWe fund applicants from a wide range of disciplines. We favour applications for courses or degrees that are relevant to the development needs of Southern Africa<\/p>\n

3. Work Experience
\nWe favour applications where there is a demonstrable continuity between applicant\u2019s past study and career and their proposed course of study.<\/p>\n

4. Commitment to Country\/Community
\nWe will favour applicants who most clearly show a desire to be part of and to contribute to the future prosperity of southern Africa.<\/p>\n

5. Motivation for Study
\nWe favour applicants who are able to articulate
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Why their chosen institution fits with their ambitions
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Why their chosen course fits with their ambitions
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0How, once qualified, they intend to \u2018make a difference\u2019.<\/p>\n

6. Application form
\nThe application form matters. Applicants should
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Demonstrate a good command of English
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Answer all of the questions properly and completely
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Complete the application and deliver all supporting documents in a timely manner
\n7. Overall Impression
\nWe are aware that all of these are judgement calls. We give some weight to the assessor\u2019s general impression of the candidate and application.<\/p>\n

Completion of form<\/p>\n

Given that Canon Collins Trust receives hundreds of applications it is important that you take care in completing your form.\u00a0 You should:
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Demonstrate a high standard of English with no spelling and language errors
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Answer all of the questions fully and with attention to detail
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Provide all the necessary documentation and supporting documents.
\nfor more information;<\/p>\n

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