Scholarship: Google Anita Borg Scholarship for Female Students from Europe, Middle East, Africa

Bachelors, Masters or PhD Scholarship for Female Students from Europe, Middle East in the field of Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Informatics, or a closely related technical field, Africa
Study Subject(s):Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Informatics, or a closely related technical field
Course Level:Bachelors, Masters or PhD
Scholarship Provider: The Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology
Scholarship can be taken at: Africa
Eligibility:
Candidates must:
-Be a female student enrolled in a Bachelors, Masters or PhD programme (or equivalent) in 2012/2013.
-Be enrolled at a University in Europe, the Middle East, or Africa. Citizens, permanent residents, and international students are eligible to apply.
-Be studying Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Informatics, or a closely related technical field.
-Maintain an excellent academic record (e.g. a First Class Honours degree).
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Europe, Middle East, Africa
Scholarship Description: Dr. Anita Borg devoted her adult life to revolutionising the way we think about technology and dismantling barriers that keep women and minorities from entering computing and technology fields. Her combination of technical expertise and fearless vision continues to inspire and motivate countless women to become active participants and leaders in creating technology. As part of Google’s ongoing commitment to furthering Anita’s vision, we are pleased to announce The Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship: Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Through the scholarship, we aim to encourage women to excel in computing and technology, and become active role models and leaders. Multiple scholarships will be awarded based on the strength of candidates’ academic performance, leadership experience and demonstrated passion for computer science. A group of female Bachelors, Masters, and PhD student finalists will be chosen from the applicant pool. The scholarship recipients will each receive a €7,000 (or equivalent) scholarship. In June 2012, all scholarship recipients and finalists will be invited to visit a Google office in Europe for a networking retreat. It will include workshops with a series of speakers, panels, breakout sessions and social activities, and will provide an opportunity for all finalists to meet and share their experiences.
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: 1st February annually
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