Seerin Ahmad

There are two ways to apply for the MEXT scholarship. Via Japanese Embassy in India (also called Embassy Recommendation) Via Japanese Universities Channel (also called University Recommendation) You can choose any of the above options.  More chances of selection via University Recommendation. Deadline varies for both channels.  Embassy Recommendation application announced around April/May of the previous year. University Recommendation application announced around late September/October of the previous year. Benefits/Scholarship Amount Exemption from paying tuition fees Monthly stipend Research Students: JPY 143,000/month  Master’s Degree/ Professional Degree Students: JPY 144,000/month  PhD Students: JPY 145,000/month  Undergraduate Students: JPY 117,000/month Cost of Living Adjustment: JPY 2,000 – 3,000 in selected areas  Round-trip flight ticket to Japan (covered by MEXT or the university).  Note: Only the international portion of the ticket i...

I had/have few dreams, and Allah SWT completed 2 of the difficult one for me. 1) Exploring Europe which was impossible with a tourist visa, that's why I wanted to study there, and it is completed when I got acceptance from Budapest University of Technology and Economics, Hungary for MS program in EE and explored more than 20 EU Countries or 45 Cities during my stay in Hungary. 2) Studying one of the degree programs at US University and it will be completed now InshaAllah after getting admitted to TAMU Kingsville, Texas. What things led me to decide on higher studies in Foreign University? The only reason is exploring the world while studying as it is tough to save time later and explore the world by spending lots of money (I say this as Fazul Kharchi). I always used to go in the path of Allah (Dawat-o-Tableegh) and listen to our Akabir's bayan that they work in England, America, Europe, etc., and junoon in teenagers that was two reason that motivates me very high and shapes my ...

Why South Korea?  There are a large number (1000+) of companies in South Korea.  The top companies in Korea are Samsung, LG, POSCO, Hyundai, Daewoo, Daelim, Lotte, Hynix etc.  These companies pay professors for the R&D section of the company.  So, here is the point. If you study in Korea, you will have the chances to work on projects offered by such big and small companies.  When you graduate with a degree from Korea, you will have chances to get a job in such big companies there due to collaborations with universities. Many Indians are working in these companies.  If you do not want to do a job after doing your masters from Korea. Then you will have many research publications in conferences/journals in your masters due to working on different projects of companies and publishing your results, which will enable you to get top PhD positions anywhere in the world of your choice.  Even after PhD from Korea, you will have a better profile than people w...

Introduction C ommonwealth Scholarships Commission offers various scholarships throughout the year for Master, Ph.D., Visiting Ph.D., etc. Unfortunately, it is not exposed, and we don't try for it due to its competitiveness and fear of non-selection. But, you should make your profile strong enough and try it again and again—very  high funding and highly prestigious. Under the Commonwealth Scheme, around 800 students are given a chance to undertake postgraduate degrees with UK universities each year.  You can apply only to Commonwealth designated UK Universities and their programs. But it is very diverse. It is almost impossible that you won't find your program. So, be cool and apply. Official Website:  https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/  Types of Awards for Indian The Commonwealth Scholarships Commission offers: Commonwealth Split-site Scholarships (for low and middle-income countries) - For Visiting Ph.D. Students up to 12 Months. Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships  -...

This blog discusses complete information about Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJMD) in brief. INTRODUCTION (Read these points carefully) An Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJMD), is a prestigious, integrated, international study program, jointly delivered by an international group of higher education institutions. If you are looking for Jobs in Europe after study, then you must apply as Erasmus people get priority over other candidates. They also have lots of professional activities to do during their studies. You will spend your semester in at least 2 countries in Europe. You can apply for a maximum of 3 programs from EMJMD Catalogue. If you apply for more than 3, your all previous application will be rejected. So, be careful. Duration: An EMJMD is a study program of 60 (roughly equals to 1 year Master), 90 or 120 ECTS (Roughly 2 years) credits. This means that it lasts from a minimum of 12 months to a maximum of 24 months. If you have already completed a Maste...

How to secure a Summer/Winter Internship Abroad? Introduction Before you begin to start applying for Abroad Internships, please remember that it is a very demanding and grueling task. Be prepared to put in lots of hours and hard work on creating your resume, shortlisting universities, emailing the professors, reading their research papers, visa process, etc. This is by no means a simple task and requires lots of dedication and patience. You will get international exposure during your Bachelor or Master Degree and High-Quality Profile which will lead you to successfully secure scholarships for MS/Ph.D. Degree in top reputed universities of the world. Procedure It is basically a 3-step process towards finding that perfect internship with full funding and visa sponsorship. This process can also be used to do a Bachelor/Master Thesis in abroad with full funding. Step 1: Research and Shortlist  Step 2: Resume and Cover Letter  Step 3: Email, Email, and Email Step 1: Research and...