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Temporary Activity visa Subclass 408
This visa allows you to come to Australia to do specific types of work on a short-term, temporary basis.
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Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408)
Special Program
This visa lets you stay in Australia to take part in an approved special program. Special programs can include youth exchange, cultural enrichment or community programs, school language assistants or "gap year school volunteering ".
Stay
Up to 12 months
Cost
From AUD310
Processing Time
We process:
- 75% of applications: 45 days
- 90% of applications: 50 days
- Take part in a special program in Australia to exchange culture, knowledge and social experiences
- Stay in Australia for usually up to 12 months with members of your family unit
- Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance
With this visa the applicant can
- Take part in a special program in Australia to exchange culture, knowledge and social experiences
- Stay in Australia for usually up to 12 months with members of the family unit
- Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance
You must
- have an invitation to participate in an approved special program
- be supported or sponsored depending on your circumstances
- apply online
With this visa, you can
- stay in Australia for usually up to 12 months
- travel to and from Australia as many times as you want
- include members of the family unit in your visa application
This activity aims to enhance international relations and cultural exchange by allowing people to share cultural and social experiences and knowledge in the Australian community through participation in activity-specific programs.
Cultural exchange should be the main purpose of the program.
There are 4 special program types under this visa.
Cultural enrichment or community benefits program
Other Programs
This program type lets you take part in activities in Australia to exchange ideas, beliefs, rituals, customs and traditions with people of different or similar ethnic or social backgrounds.
We encourage approved Australian organisations to promote these exchanges to foster mutual understanding and tolerance in the Australian community.
The program should last between 3 and 12 months.
Your activities might include:
- learning about Australian Indigenous languages and cultures
- pastoral care, religious teaching or evangelism
- social research, environmental conservation or outdoor education
- teaching other languages and cultures
- volunteering with a charity to do outreach work
You can't undertake training or tourism as your primary activity.
Your sponsor must sign a special program agreement with us.
School Language Assistants program
This program type lets you assist an Australian language teacher at an Australian school for up to 12 months.
You must intend to pursue a career in teaching.
You must only work as a teaching assistant at the school. You will assist qualified Australian language teachers in language and cultural matters.
The Australian school does not need a special program agreement with us.
School-to-school Interchange program
This program lets you to come to Australia as a school assistant for up to 12 months.
You must have recently completed your schooling and be on a gap year before starting work, further studies or training.
You will work as a voluntary assistant. You will not replace qualified teaching staff or take formal classes by yourself.
Your home school (usually a boarding school) does not need a special program agreement with us
Youth exchange program
This program allows for stay in Australia for between 3 and 12 months to partcipate in a youth exchange program. Your sponsor must be part of a broader organisation that sends young Australians overseas for a similar experience. Your sponsor must have a Special Program Agreement with us.
The program should usually last between 3 and 12 months.
Your home organisation must allow an Australian to have a similar experience in a foreign country.
Your sponsor must sign a special program agreement with us.
How long you can stay
This is a temporary visa. We grant the length of stay based on the activity we approve you to do on the visa.
We usually grant this visa for no more than 12 months.
The visa is granted with multiple entry. You can leave and re-enter Australia as many times as you want while the visa is valid.
If you are overseas when the visa is granted, the visa stay period starts on the day that you enter Australia. If you are in Australia, the visa starts on the day that it is granted.
Your visa grant letter will tell you how long you can stay.
Stay longer
You can't stay in Australia longer by extending this visa. Explore your visa options.
Include family
You can:
- include members of the family unit in your application when you apply, or
- add family members to your application at any time before we make a decision
Family members who apply for the visa with you must also meet our health and character requirements.
Subsequent entrants
If we grant you the visa, your family members might be able to apply to join you in Australia later as subsequent entrant.
Cost
The visa costs AUD310 for the main applicant.
There is also a charge for each family member who applies for the visa with you.
You might also have to pay other costs for health checks, police certificates and biometrics.
To work out what your visa will cost use the Visa Pricing Estimator. The estimator does not take into account the other costs.
Apply from
You can be in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance, when you apply for the visa and when we decide on your application.
Processing times
Your application might take longer to process if:
- you don't fill it in correctly
- you don't include all the documents we need, or we need more information from you
- it takes us time to verify your information
We can't process your application if you don't pay the correct visa application charge. We will let you know if this is the case.
Your obligations
Your activities must not harm the work, training or job conditions of Australian citizens or permanent residents.
You and your family must meet all visa conditions and follow Australian laws.
Learn more about conditions for this visa.
If your sponsor, supporting organisation or individual stops your activity or employment, you must do one of the following:
- if eligible, apply for a new visa; or
- leave Australia within 28 days of stopping work for your sponsor/supporter, or earlier if your visa is expiring
Travel
You can travel outside Australia and return as many times as you want while the visa is valid.
The time you spend outside Australia does not extend the visa.
Visa label
We will digitally link your visa to your passport. You will not get a label in your passport.
If we grant you a visa, we will send you a grant notification letter containing the visa grant number. You can use this number to access your digital visa record.
Sunday, 15 September 2019
OIST Internship in Japan 2020 [Fully Funded] Japan Internship Program
Applications are Now Invited to apply for the 2020 Fully Funded OIST Internship in Japan. The OIST Internship in Japan will be at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST). This internship is Fully Funded. All Cost will be Covered in Japan Internship Program
The Duration of the OIST Internship will be between 2 & 6 months, Normally 10 to 12 weeks. There will be No Extension. Students from all over the world are eligible to apply for the Japan Internship program. Enjoy Summer Internship Program Japan.
Roundtrip Airfare travel Tickets for successful applicants is arranged by the OIST Graduate School.
This is a paid internship in Japan. The internship Japan for international students is a Great Opportunity to complete Summer Internship in Japan & explore & they will see the Door open towards their Future Career. The Undergraduate & Graduate Students can apply for the OIST Internship in Japan.
OIST Internship in Japan 2020 Details
Country: Japan
Duration: 10 to 12 weeks
Cost: Fully Funded
Eligible Countries: All Nationalities
Available Fields: Multiple Fields
Deadline: 15th October 2019
The OIST Graduate School offers internship Opportunities in Multiple fields to Undergraduate & Graduate Students as Research Interns. This will give them an opportunity to gain experience & learn a specific technique. They will work under the direction of a Professor at OIST.
OIST Internship Fields
As an Intern, the following fields are available to do Research. The fields are given below.
Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Neuroscience, Mathematics, Computational Science, Environmental, Ecological and Marine Sciences, Science, Engineering, and Medical.
Additionally, You Can Learn about More of the Research Going on at OIST Here
Eligibility Criteria
The Following Eligibility Criteria will be Consider for OIST internship in Japan.
Students who are enrolled in a Graduate Degree program in Universities, Colleges, Junior colleges, & vocational schools.
Students who are enrolled in an Undergraduate Degree program in universities, colleges, junior colleges, and vocational schools in Japan OR Overseas.
Recent Graduates of such institutions are also eligible to apply.
Currently, Enrolled students must have approval from their home institution. If you are currently a student, please confirm with your institution.
Bachelor Year 3 and 4 and Master Year 1 & 2 students are particularly encouraged to apply
Financial Coverage
All cost of the Selected participants will be covered Under OIST internship. This is a paid internship in Japan
Insurance
Visa support
On or off-campus housing accommodation
Commuting support
Allowance (Stipend) – 2,400 JPY per day (taxable)
Required Application Materials
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Interest
A letter of Recommendation
Academic Transcript
ID Photo
Note: You must enter all the details in the application form (Given below) at once and cannot resubmit an application.
Please fill out the Online Application Form (Link Given Below) and submit the following materials.
Curriculum Vitae Sheet.
Personal Statement.
Academic Transcript – Upload a scan of your current academic transcript in PDF format. Unofficial partial transcripts are accepted for those who have not yet graduated.
Recommendation Letter – A letter of reference from an academic or research professional familiar with your work is required. Please note that the request for a recommendation letter will not be sent until your application is submitted. The application system will ask him/her directly, using the email contact details that you provide. Applicants will be automatically notified by the application system when a letter of recommendation is received.
ID Photo – Upload a recent photo Passport Size (image must be in JPG format, and less than 5 MB).
Once you have obtained all the documents above, please attach and apply to the program through Online Application (Given Below)
Application Deadline (Important)
The Applications Opens on 15th September 2019 & the Deadline to Apply for the OIST Internship in Japan 2020 is 15th October 2019 & You Must Start Your Internship Between April 2020 to September 2020. The Result will be in January 2020.
How to Apply for OIST Internship in Japan
Please fill the Online Application Form & Attach all the Required Documents Listed Above. For any type of Help Visit, the Official Website Listed Below. OIST will only accept applications for OIST Internship in Japan through this online form.
Sport Science: Fully Funded PhD Scholarship at Swansea: The effect of dietary supplementation
Sport and Exercise Science: Fully Funded PhD Scholarship: The effect of dietary supplementation on cardio-metabolic response and human performance during thermal challenge
This scholarship is funded by Swansea University's College of Engineering.
Start date: January 2020
Subject areas: Exercise physiology, thermal physiology
Project background and description:
Prolonged exposure to the thermal stress (e.g. heat, cold) of the environment can incur a strain that degrades human health and performance (for all populations and demographics). This applies to physically active individuals, from both athletic and occupational settings. The negative consequences of thermal stress often result in impaired autonomic control and dysregulation of cardio-metabolic processes. This results in progressive changes in body temperature, an inability to optimally perform physically or cognitively demanding tasks, and limited exercise tolerance.
Prolonged exposure to the thermal stress (e.g. heat, cold) of the environment can incur a strain that degrades human health and performance (for all populations and demographics). This applies to physically active individuals, from both athletic and occupational settings. The negative consequences of thermal stress often result in impaired autonomic control and dysregulation of cardio-metabolic processes. This results in progressive changes in body temperature, an inability to optimally perform physically or cognitively demanding tasks, and limited exercise tolerance.
This exciting project will explore novel use of dietary supplements with the intent to enhance performance and to safely manage the cardio-metabolic responses to physical work during heat and cold stress (i.e. the thermal challenge). In particular, this research will identify the mechanisms by which the chosen supplement(s) may offset the deleterious effects of hot or cold exposure on physical and mental performance. Candidates are invited to propose their research plan (in compliance with the requirements for a PhD) and technical rationale to explain how it is designed to meet this project’s objectives. This should be a one page document, which includes a brief general background, individual project aims and general proposed methods.
Project supervisors:
- Dr Mark Waldron https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Mark_Waldron
- Dr Shane Heffernan https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Shane_Heffernan
- Dr Melitta McNarry https://www.swansea.ac.uk/staff/engineering/m.mcnarry/
- Professor Liam Kilduff https://www.swansea.ac.uk/staff/engineering/l.kilduff/
Project advisor (Industry liaison):
Mr V. René Nevola, UK Defence science and technology laboratory (Dstl)
Available resources/facilities:
Suitable laboratory facilities, equipment and consumables are available for completing this project.
This is a scholarship by
Swansea University
Swansea, is a coastal city and county, officially known as the City and County of Swansea in Wales.
Eligibility
Candidates should hold an MSc (or its equivalent) in Sports Science or similar relevant science discipline (Human Physiology, Sports and Exercise Sciences, Biomedical Sciences).
Evidence of completing high-quality research projects at BSc and MSc level is required. Experience working in climatic chambers is desirable but not necessary.
We would normally expect the academic and English Language requirements (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent result) to be met by point of application. For details on the University’s English Language entry requirements, please visit our website.
Due to funding restrictions, this scholarship is open to UK/EU candidates only.
Benefits
This scholarship covers the full cost of UK/EU tuition fees and an annual stipend of £15,009.
There will be additional funds available for research expenses.
Application
Thursday, 7 March 2019
Roadmap Guide to Fulbright Scholarship 2019/20
Fulbright Pakistan 2020 Complete Guide
The Fulbright journey takes approximately 19 months, starting in February (when the application opens) to September of next year when you depart to the USA for your studies.
Step 1: GRE Test Preparation
✓ Preparation for GRE:
The first step of the Fulbright journey is preparing for the GRE General Test. In Pakistan, you must appear for the GRE test before you submit your Fulbright Degree Application. For this year, the deadline for Fulbright application is 15 May 2019. However, there are certain exceptions to the GRE submission deadline and based on the past practices, the United States Educational Foundations of Pakistan (USEFP) extended the GRE deadline beyond the deadline date till the end of May. Such an exception is announced well in advance i.e. a month before the deadline date. But please note that you STILL need to submit your application before 15 May, no matter if they extend the deadline for GRE Test.
✓ Target Scores:
Based on the successful students' data, the following score ranges will provide you with an overview of the score required depending upon where you want to apply.
+290 = Less Competitive Schools
+310 = Competitive Schools
+320 = Top 15 Schools
Please do not confuse the above scores with the minimum eligibility scores of 138 in the verbal and 136 in the quantitative sections for the Fulbright scholarship.
✓ GRE Registering:
You can register for the GRE test and check the schedule on www.ets.org. We recommend you create an account first, check the schedule and then pay the fees. You should register for the GRE test as soon as possible as there can be other students across Pakistan taking GRE exam close to the deadline date, therefore, finding a vacant slot would be difficult close to the deadline.
✓ Ideal Time:
GRE can be taken any day before 15 May 2019 or whatever the deadline date is for the year. You can even take the test one day before the deadline but ideally, we recommend taking the test at least 30 days before the deadline and keeping the last crucial days for the application.
✓ How to send GRE scores:
You would get the unofficial scores right after the exam on the computer screen. At the GRE test center, after the exam, you would be given an opportunity to send FREE scores to 4 institutions. We recommend sending 2 scores to USEFP (9388) and IIE (2326). Official scores will be available to you after 10-15 days. Please note it is completely fine if you just send unofficial scores (Scan copies) with the application.
✓ Smart NIC or Passport:
You would need either a SMART NIC or Passport to take GRE Exam. Please note, you don’t need to have a Passport for the application.
Step 2: Application Process
Application opened in mid-February and submission date is on 15 May 2019 this year.
The important components of Application processes are as follows:
Important Components:
● Personal Statement (PS)
● Study / Research Objective
● Recommendation Letters
● GRE Scores
● Academic Records (GPA)
● Universities (USA) Shortlisting
● Resume (One-Page)
● Publications (Ph.D. Applicants Only)
● Other:
- Achievements & Awards
- Community Work
- Leadership Skills
- What benefits/impact will you bring back to Pakistan after studies?
- What’s so unique about you that no one else can replace you?
- How aligned your future program is with your current and historic profile?
- People from rural background & Females are given priority too.
Now individual parts of the application:
✓ Personal Statement:
1. A personal statement is about who you are and what makes you tick. Why would you want to go back to school? Why do you want to fix whatever you want to fix? Ignore word or line limits and try to come up with something that would excite the reader. You don't have to be extravagant and deviate from reality, it should be a mix of emotion and pragmatism. Why they should take you seriously? Ask yourself this question every time you revise the statement.
2. Write it yourself and proof-read yourself and by the experts who have already availed the Fulbright. It usually takes a minimum of 4-5 iterations to prepare a reasonable Personal Statement.
✓ Study / Research Objective:
In study/research objective the admissions committee tries to gauge a student’s focus and his commitment to the field of study and his or her overall aspirations. In your study/research objectives document, you are going to state your overall objective for studying in the US, subjects you are going to take (this can also include research work and is also applicable for students of master’s program), the exact outcome you wish to achieve with what you are planning to study and how it will help you and your country. You will mention your long-term goals and your plans once you come back to your home country with a clear and concise roadmap if applicable.
It should clearly define the following points:
● Your proposed research and its title.
● Why did you choose it?
● Its logistics and cost-benefit comparisons.
● How are you planning to execute each part?
✓ Recommendations Letters (Minimum 3):
You will also need a minimum of 3 letters of recommendation (you should follow the format given on your application and these letters of recommendations
should be posted independently in a sealed envelope by the referees).
✓ University Shortlisting:
Shortlisting is a very important component of the Fulbright admissions process it helps IIE to shortlist universities for candidates. Also, it is helpful in the interview process, sometimes the admissions panel asks the candidates about their university selection and it helps them judge candidates’ seriousness level of research and overall aspirations.
Do include universities of all tiers in your choices do not limit your selection to only top tier schools. While shortlisting, be realistic and mention only those schools where you think your profile matches with university program class profile (you can get those details from university websites).
✓ Resume (one-Page):
Resume or CV must be a one-page document for masters’ students and it can be more than 1 page for Ph.D. students (in case if you have many publications or at least 10 years of experience). Resumes must be error-free; formatting should be correct and should look professional to impress the shortlisting committee.
✓ Degree Verification:
Scanned transcripts, including an explanation of the grading scale of the university issuing the degree, should be uploaded. Please note that HEC- attested documents are not required with the application. Only UniversitiesDegrees and transcripts photocopy needs to be attested by the issuing authority at your university (Professors or Head of Department or Registrar etc.)
There is no need to attest Matric/O-Level, FSC or A-Levels Certificates.
Step 3: Interviews
Fulbright Interview is the most crucial stage of your selection.
Based on the years of experience, Fulbright Interview is getting tougher and tougher, so you need to prepare really well as most of the applicants shortlisted until this stage have exceptional profiles.
The Interview can last for 2 minutes usually or 15 minutes at maximum. All Interview will be conducted at the USEFP center in Islamabad.
If you got shortlisted, you will be called for interviews from around mid-August till Mid-September. Usually, MS applicants are called earlier and PhDs are called for interviews in early September but to be honest, there is no such rule that applies to the interview process every year.
Step 4: TOEFL
TOEFL is not required for the application (the one which you submit on 15 May 2019), however, if you are shortlisted for interview, you are required to at least register for the TOEFL exam before you appear for the interview. The TOEFL exam date needs to be within 2 weeks after the interview date.
Step 5: Final Selection
All principal candidates (final selected ones) are informed in the last week of September or first week of October 2019. After you are selected you would need to do documents verification and would be contacted by USEFP Program Officers (PO).
✓ Documents verification:
After you are selected, degree and transcript attestation would be required from HEC. The verification takes only one day. You would need to go to the HEC office early, get the token, have the lamination removed from your documents and submit them, you will get everything back by 4 pm the same day.
✓ Passport:
If you don’t have a passport or if it’s getting expired within 6 months, you will have to make a new one for 10 years period (72 Pages). The process takes 2 days. Get the draft made on day 1 and do the necessary passport processes on day 2.
✓ Schools Placements:
Based on your profile and list of schools you mentioned in the application, USEFP will send those schools to IIE (Institute of International Education USA) for the placement. If IIE selects a school that does not match your academic goal, do write to them and request for a change.
✓ Dependents:
After placement at US University, all those with dependent family members will receive an email.
Please be advised to send the scanned passport copies of your dependents (only spouse and children) within the next five working days from the day email was received if you are planning to take them along to the U.S. during your first semester. The reason for asking the scanned passport copies is because they need to issue a J-2 form (DS-2019) for your dependents, which is an important document for their visa interviews.
Step 6: Medical
During medical, you need to go for certain vaccinations. USEFP will give you a form and you need to submit it by the due date.
Step 7: Visa
USEFP will apply for your J-1 visa. For some students, it can take 1 day or for some other, it can maximum up to 4 months. In worse case scenarios, you can get a visa after 1 year based on your security clearance/sensitive program etc.
Step 8: Bonding Process
There are certain bonds to be made with HEC as well as USEFP. The aim is to ensure that the candidate will return and serve the country for at least 2 years in case of Masters and for at least 5 years in case of Ph.D.
Step 9: Departure to the USA
Around August next 2020, you would be leaving for the USA for your masters or Ph.D. programs. In case, if you did not score well in the TOEFL exam, you will have to leave for the USA and enroll in an English training program of at least 3-4 months prior to the program start date. To apply for the Fulbright Scholarship 2020, visit Fulbright Official Website
Tuesday, 21 June 2016
Shanghai Government Scholarships for International Students
Shanghai Government Scholarships for International Students
In order to further the development of international student education and attract more outstanding international students to study in Shanghai, the Shanghai Municipal Education Commission established the Shanghai Government Scholarships (SGS) for International Students in 2005. It offers funds to prospective international students to pursue a bachelor’s degree or higher at institutions of higher education in Shanghai.
The scholarship is divided into three categories: Class A, Class B and Class C. Class A (Full Scholarship) offers funds to prospective students applying for graduate programs in Shanghai. It includes tuition, living expenses and Comprehensive Medical Insurance for International Students in China. Class B (Partial Scholarship) funds prospective students applying to pursue a bachelor’s degree or higher in Shanghai. The scholarship covers tuition. Class C (Excellent Student Award) aims to offer support to excellent international students currently pursuing studies at institutions of higher education in Shanghai. Recipients receive a one-off payment during the academic year.
Pilot Scheme of Shanghai Government Scholarships for International Students Click To Download
Application Rules for SGS Category A (Full Scholarship) Click To Download
Application Rules for SGS Category B (Partial Scholarship) Click To Download
Application Rules for SGS Category C (Excellent Student Scholarship) Click To Download
Universities to Apply for:
- FUDAN UNIVERSITY
- SHANGHAI JIAOTONG UNIVERSITY
- SHANGHAI JIAOTONG UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
- EAST CHINA NORMAL UNIVERSITY
- SHANGHAI INTERNATIONAL STUDIES UNIVERSITY
- TONGJI UNIVERSITY
- SHANGHAI UNIVERSITY
- SHANGHAI UNIVERSITY OF FINANCE & ECONOMICS
- SHANGHAI UNIVERSITY OF TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE
- SHANGHAI UNIVERSITY OF FOREIGN TRADE
- DONGHUA UNIVERSITY
- EAST CHINA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
- EAST CHINA UNIVERSITY OF POLITICAL SCIENCE AND LAW
- SHANGHAI THEATRE ACADEMY
- SHANGHAI NORMAL UNIVERSITY
- SHANGHAI CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC
- SHANGHAI UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING SCIENCE
- SHANGHAI UNIVERSITY OF SPORT
- UNIVERSITY OF SHANGHAI FOR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
- SHANGHAI FINANCE UNIVERSITY
- SHANGHAI OCEAN UNIVERSITY
- SHANGHAI MARITIME UNIVERSITY
- Shanghai Institute of Health Sciences
- SHANGHAI UNIVERSITY OF ELECTRIC POWER
- SHANGHAI INSTITUTE OF TECHINOLOGY
- SHANGHAI IDIAN JI UNIVERSITY
- SHANGHAI LIXIN UNIVERSITY OF COMMERCE
- CHINA EUROPE INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS SCHOOL
- Shanghai Polytechnic University
- Shanghai University of Political Science and Law
- NYU Shanghai
- SHANGHAI BUSINESS SCHOOL
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