GlobaLinks December 2023 (Issue 58)

Call for application

The following programmes are open for application:

McDonnell International Scholars Academy Graduate Fellowship Programme

The Washington University in St. Louis (WUSTL), USA, is inviting applications from graduates of its partner universities, including CUHK, to the McDonnell International Scholars Academy (McDonnell Academy) for fall 2024 enrolment. The programme aims to cultivate a community of culturally and academically diverse leaders who will address the world’s most complex challenges by driving positive and lasting change. 

Terms of award

  1. Full tuition for study in a graduate or professional degree programme at WUSTL (please refer to the webpage for a list of the programmes)
  2. A monthly living stipend
  3. A relocation allowance and travel allowance

Eligibility

Applicants must be graduates of CUHK (either undergraduate or postgraduate) and must be admitted to one of the selected full-time doctoral or master’s degree programmes at WUSTL.

Application to the McDonnell Academy is separate from, and in addition to, an application to a graduate or professional degree programme at WUSTL. Applicants are advised to observe the different application requirements and deadlines on the individual programme websites.

Application

Shortlisted applicants should submit the personal essay as required by the McDonnell Academy to the Office of Academic Links (c/o Ms. Carol Lee; carolkmlee@cuhk.edu.hk) by 12 January 2024 for review. A full application with the essay, a recommendation letter and a short video should be submitted online by 31 January 2024. For the specific requirements of the application materials, please refer to the programme website.

For details, please refer to the webpage. For enquiries, please contact Ms. Carol Lee at carolkmlee@cuhk.edu.hk.

 

Global Fellowship Scheme offered by the University of St Andrews, UK

The Global Fellowship Scheme offered by the University of St Andrews (St Andrews), UK is now calling for applications.

Aim Global Fellowship Scheme provides funding support to enable talented scholars from around the globe to spend up to one month at the University of St Andrews.

Awarded fellows will be able to undertake a course of research and study, explore potential collaborations, enhance existing relationships, advance research work, and find the space to think in an inspirational environment.
Date
  • Awarded fellows will engage virtually with students and colleagues throughout the 2024-2025 academic year
  • One-month visit at St Andrews will be conducted during 1 August 2024 to 31 July 2025
Eligibility
  • Applicants must hold an academic position
  • Should be recognised as a significant scholar in their field or an emerging leader who has contributed to original research that extends the frontier of knowledge
  • Have completed a PhD degree or equivalent
  • Employed in a university or research institute based outside of the UK
Terms of Award
  • Stipend of GBP 1,000 per 28 day visit (or per day sum for shorter visits)
  • Self-catered accommodation in a one-bedroom apartment or equivalent
  • Return airfare in economy class to be arranged by St Andrews
  • Airport transfers to and from St Andrews
  • Access to University IT and library facilities
Application Interested participants should complete the application form and submit it with an academic CV both in PDF format to globalfellows@st-andrews.ac.uk by 1:00am, 2 March 2024 (HKT).

For more information, please refer to the flyer and the programme website. Should there be any question, please feel free to contact globalfellows@st-andrews.ac.uk. Applicants are advised to send a copy of their application to the Office of Academic Links (c/o Ms. Carol Lee; carolkmlee@cuhk.edu.hk) for record.