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Image not found Beasiswahttps://s.beasiswaindo.com/images/logo.jpg Indonesia Beasiswa Indonesia https://beasiswaindo.com/scholarships Jardine Scholarship Awards – Jardine Foundation https://beasiswaindo.com/scholarships/jardine-scholarship-awards-jardine-foundation/ The Jardine Foundation was set up in 1982 to mark the 150th anniversary of the Jardine Matheson Group. The Foundation offers qualified students from Asia full scholarships to study at Oxford and Cambridge Universities. The goal is to develop future leaders who will give back to the communities where the Group operates. Scholarships are available for courses at Oxford and Cambridge Universities, with strong preference being given to undergraduate courses at the following Colleges: 1. University of Cambridge – Downing, Magdalene, Peterhouse, Trinity 2. University of Oxford – Exeter, Oriel, The Queen’s, Trinity In addition to scholarships for undergraduate studies, the Foundation also offers a limited number of scholarships for postgraduate studies. Potential candidates are recommended through the preferred Colleges at Oxford and Cambridge for students who have already been accepted by the Universities. Since the launch of the Foundation, scholarships have been awarded to over 370 outstanding students from Cambodia, mainland China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam. Tenure and Conditions For first degree courses, the scholarships are for periods of three or four years or such longer period as the Scholarship Committee may decide and are for courses at Oxford University and the Cambridge University in the United Kingdom. Preference will be given to undergraduate courses in the following Colleges at: University of Oxford: Exeter College Oriel College The Queen’s College Trinity College University of Cambridge: Downing College Magdalene College Peterhouse Trinity College The Scholarship is conditional upon the candidate being selected for and taking up a place at one of the above preferred Colleges. Since the Universities make their own choice in admitting students, there is no guarantee of a place. Scholarship awards will not be confirmed by the Scholarship Committee until the candidate has been accepted by one of the preferred Colleges. All Scholarship Awardees shall abide by the Regulations Governing Scholarships. Eligibility Applicants must normally be within seven years of having completed the secondary school education, at the date of entry to any one of our preferred Colleges, which include Exeter, Oriel, The Queen’s and Trinity at the University of Oxford, and Downing, Magdalene, Peterhouse and Trinity at the University of Cambridge, and must: have reached an academic standard to qualify for entry to any one of such Colleges. be resident in any of the countries or territories in which Jardine Matheson Group has significant business interests, which include Cambodia, mainland China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam. For applications from Singapore, male applicants must have either completed or be exempted from National Service. Generally, applications will not be accepted from candidates whose parents have not resided in such relevant country or territory for at least seven years prior to the proposed date of entry to University. be in a satisfactory state of health. Application for a study programme leading to a second first degree or a study programme currently being pursued will not be considered. Applicants who have already been awarded other fully-covered scholarships to study overseas at the time of application will also not be considered. Basis of Selection In making awards, the Scholarship Committee will take into account not only academic achievement but also: personal qualities and character to which the applicant has demonstrated exceptional qualities of leadership and fellowship; achievements in non-curricular activities, including sports; community involvement and activities; and other attributes which, in the opinion of the Scholarship Committee, indicate that the applicants is likely to become an outstanding citizen with a high commitment to the performance of public duties and/or community involvement. Value of Scholarships Each Scholarship awarded will generally be sufficient to cover fees, tuition, the cost of books and equipment, board and lodging (preferably on a living-in basis where this is available at the University), and reasonable living expenses and travel expenses to and from the University at the beginning and at the end of the course for which the Scholarship is awarded. The Scholarship will include : university tuition fees payable directly to the University; college fees excluding board and lodging payable directly to the College; an annual stipend to cover board and lodging and all other incidental expenses (subject to the discretion of the Trustees, this will be payable in four instalments. The first instalment will be larger to cover initial costs); the cost of the UK Immigration Health Surcharge; and a standard economy class airfare to be reimbursed at cost to the Scholar from the place of residence to the United Kingdom at the beginning of the Scholarship and for the return journey to the place of residence on completion of the Scholarship period. Applications The Jardine Foundation Undergraduate Scheme is now open for applications for students who are applying to the selected Colleges at the University of Oxford and University of Cambridge for academic year commencing in 2022. Please ensure you have the following materials ready for online submission: Method of Application: A personal statement describing the applicant’s objectives, aspirations, plans after graduation and particulars of extra-curricular activities, including sports, and their level of community involvement; A recent passport-size photograph; A copy of the completed UCAS application form; and Certified copies of GCSE, A/AS Level and IB transcripts, or of equivalent qualifications subject to the examination system of the relevant country or territory as and when available. These include, but are not limited to, HKDSE certificates, SPM or STPM certificates, and SKHU certificates. A testimonial signed by the school principal setting out: The applicant’s achieved and/or predicted academic results; Remarks which will assist the Scholarship Committee in its assessment; and Any other relevant information for the application. If the testimonial is submitted directly from the secondary school, an email will be sent to the principal/referee requesting a reference letter and, information on pending qualifications or predicted grades. Applicants are required to provide the name and contact details of their principal/referee on the application form. Interviews: Whilst the preliminary evaluation of each application will be based on the details submitted by applicants, shortlisted candidates will be invited to the next stage of our interview process – an automated video interview, and in some cases a personal interview in November. The final selection will require applicants to attend a personal interview in Hong Kong in January 2022. Applicants who have not been invited for an interview before that date should consider the application unsuccessful. Applicants who cannot attend the final interview in Hong Kong will not be considered. Apply NOW Closing date on 22nd October 2021 (Friday) (8:00pm Hong Kong time). FAQs About Eligibility What is the residency requirement for a student to apply for the Scholarships?Applicants must be resident in any of the countries or territories in which the Jardine Matheson Group has significant business interests, which primarily include Cambodia, mainland China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam. For residents of the above countries or territories who are now studying overseas, if they have sufficient connection with any of the countries or territories, they are eligible to apply for the Scholarships. Generally, applications will not be accepted from candidates whose parents have not resided in a relevant country or territory for at least seven years prior to the date of entry to University. Can I make an open application rather than applying to the eight preferred Colleges?Scholarships will only be granted to applicants who apply for first degree courses from the following preferred Colleges: University of Oxford – Exeter, Oriel, The Queen’s, Trinity University of Cambridge – Downing, Magdalene, Peterhouse, Trinity If I am awarded other scholarships to study overseas, can I still apply for the Jardine Foundation Scholarship?Jardine Scholars may not accept any other scholarships either in name or in substance during the term of the Scholarship from the Jardine Foundation. I already have a first degree, am I eligible to apply for the Jardine Scholarships for a second undergraduate degree course?No. The Scholarship aims to support students to pursue their first undergraduate degree or postgraduate degree. If I am in the first year of an undergraduate programme, am I eligible to apply for the Scholarships?No. We will not consider applicants who are already pursuing an undergraduate programme. About the Scholarship Requirements What are the basic academic requirements for the Scholarships?The selection committee reviews the applications based on the academic requirements of the undergraduate courses at Oxford or Cambridge. All applicants are advised