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FAO KING BHUMBOL WORLD SOIL DAY AWARD

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Application Deadline: 15 September 2023

LOCATION: Thailand

The Award is sponsored by the Kingdom of Thailand, the champion country in the establishment of the now-famous World Soil Day. The UN General Assembly decided in December 2013 to officially designate 5 December as World Soil Day to acknowledge the lifelong work and commitment of His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand who has significantly contributed to improving the quality of lives of millions through sustainable soil management.

ELIGIBILITY:

The Award may be granted to individuals, institutions, NGOs, academia, colleges and universities, private companies or any other entities;

A wide range of WSD events can be considered for the award. The event has to follow the WSD theme of the year and has to take place between 1 – 15 Dec.

BENEFITS:

The award consists of a medal, a USD 15 000 cheque, as well as a trip to Thailand (if feasible) to receive the prize. 

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master's, Opportunities, PhD/post doctoral, Scholarships

UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD CLARENDON SCHOLARSHIP 

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Application Deadline: December or January, annually

LOCATION: Oxford, England

Clarendon not only offers over 200 new, fully-funded scholarships each year to assist outstanding graduate scholars, but also the opportunity to join one of the most active, internationally diverse, and multidisciplinary communities at Oxford.

ELIGIBILITY:

You will be automatically considered for Clarendon if you apply by the December or January deadline, whichever is relevant to your course. You do not need to submit a separate application.

There are no restrictions on nationality, ordinary residence or field of study. All full-time and part-time DPhil and Master’s courses are eligible.

For further information on the deadlines for your chosen course, please see the relevant course page.

BENEFITS:

Clarendon offers fully-funded scholarships covering course fees, as well as a grant for living expenses for the period of fee liability.

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