All candidates who made the Federal University of Technology, Akure their first or/and second choice and obtained a minimum score of 200 in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME ) conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB ) in June, 2011 are invited for computer- based screening exercise in the University from Wednesday, 17 th August to Friday, 19 th August, 2011. Similarly, candidates who made FUTA their First and Second choice for the Direct Entry Admission for the 2011/2012 academic session are invited for a computer- based Pre-Admission screening exercise on Saturday, 20 th August, 2011. The computer-based screening exercise will hold as scheduled below:
Day/Date
School
Departments
Day 1
Wednesday, 17 th August, 2011
School of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Agric Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical / Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering and Mining Engineering
Day 2
Thursday, 18 th August, 2011
School of Sciences
Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science Micro-Biology, Statistics, Mathematics and Physics
Day 3
Friday, 19 th August, 2011
Schools of Agric & Agric Tech, Earth and Mineral Sciences, Environmental Tech and Management Technology
SAAT
Agric. Economics & Extension, Animal Production and Health, Crop, Soil & Pest Mgt., Ecotourism and Wildlife Management, Fisheries and Aquaculture Technology, Food Science Technology, Forestry and Wood Technology.
SEMS
Applied Geology, Applied Geophysics, Meteorology.
SET
Architecture, Estate Management, Industrial Design, Quantity Surveying, Urban and Regional Planning.
SMAT
Project Management Technology, Transport Management Technology.
Day 4
Saturday, 20 th August, 2011 Direct Entry All Departments
Candidates are to come strictly according to the screening schedule slip obtained automatically from the University website after their registration. Registration Procedure Each candidate is to make a payment of N1, 000 (exclusive of e-transact transaction fee) for the registration and electronic screening processes and N1, 000 for processing and checking of results to the bank for his/her respective School using the e-transact platform at the bank. NOTE: YOU ARE PAYING 2 KINDS OF FEES.
The banks are:
School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology (SAAT ) and School of Management Technology (SMAT ) Spring Bank plc
School of Engineering and Engineering Technology (SEET ) First Bank of Nigeria Plc
School of Environmental Technology (SET ) Wema Bank Plc
School of Earth and Mineral Sciences ( SEMS) Wema Bank Plc
School of Sciences ( SOS) United Bank for Africa (UBA ) Plc
However, candidates can also make payments to other banks aside from those listed above, provided such banks are on e-transact platform. Please note that the CANDIDATE’S UTME/DE REGISTRATION NUMBER and the full names should be correctly provided at the point of payment. After the payment, each candidate should visit the University website ( http://www .futa. edu. ng/ utme_ verification) and complete an online registration form. The completed form which will indicate the exact date and time for the screening exercise should be printed for the candidate’ s use. The registration exercise which will commence on Monday, 1 st August, 2011, will close at 12.00 midnight on Friday, 12 th August, 2011.
1. All candidates are requested to bring along the following items to the screening venue: (i ) Print out of e-transact receipt (collected from the bank) (ii ) Completed Registration Form (downloaded from the FUTA website) (iii) JAMB UTME Notification of Results/JAMB slips for Direct Entry candidates. (iv) A copy of the screening schedule slip obtained automatically after the online registration
2. The Venue of the Screening exercise is the Electronic Test Centre, (ETC) “Obakekere Campus” Federal University of Technology, Akure.
3. Candidates are NOT allowed to bring cell phones or other electronic gadgets to the Screening Venue.
4. Any UTME/DE candidate who fails to present himself/herself for the computer-based screening exercise will NOT be considered for admission. 5. Candidates are requested in their own interest to have a feel (practice) of the computer based test by visiting http:/ / test. jkketc.net 6. The under-listed helplines could be contacted for clarification on issues bordering on the screening exercise: 0703 265 4973, 0705 258 5159, 0809 150 9470 or visit the University website: www. futa. edu. ng
(SIGNED )
Dr. (Mrs) M. O. Ajayi
Registrar
2011 Indomie Nigeria Scholarship Award for Postgraduate Students
The Indomie Nigeria National Postgraduate Nutrition Scholarship Awards for postgraduate Students to study Nutrition and Dietetics at master’s level was initiated in 2009. The first round of the scholarship was awarded to 12 Nigerian students to study for Masters Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. So far 24 Nigerian students have benefited from this scholarship since it began in 2009. Application for the 2011 Indomie Nigeria National Postgraduate Nutrition Scholarship, the third edition, is currently open, from now untill 31 August 2011. 12 successful candidates will be awarded scholarship to pursue their masters program for 2011/2012 academic year. As part of its commitment to social responsibilities towards educational empowerment and development of Nigeria , Dufil Prima Foods Plc, maker of Nigeria’ s No 1 children favorite meal, indomie instant noodles is offering Scholarship for Nigerian students studying Nutrition and Dietetics at Postgraduate Degree level. The programme aims to assist in the training of high level Nutrition and Dietetic manpower in the country. It is hoped that over a period of time this will produce a critical mass of highly trained nutritionists that will continue to sustainably chart and guide the way for optimum nutrition for all Nigerians. The scholarship was initiated after the company identified the wide gap in Nutrition and dietetics in Nigeria and decided to build manpower capacity in this profession.
Eligibility
The postgraduate scholarship is open to all Nigerian students qualified for admission to M. Sc Programme in Nutrition (and Nutrition and Dietetics) in any Nigerian University. Awards will be given to qualified and suitable students from every geopolitical zone of the Federation including the FCT.
Institution of study
The programme is currently based in the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (UNAAB ).
Application Guidelines
Eligible candidates should apply in writing, providing:
their full names,
photocopy of admission letter into the program, application for admission,
with details of educational history,
evidence of state of origin obtained from the appropriate Local Government Area and duly signed by the Chairman or secretary and
photocopy of NYSC certificate.
The completed documents should be endorsed in an A4 envelop and should be marked “APRIL 2011 AWARD ” on the top left corner addressed to::
The Co-coordinator .
Application Checklist
• A copy of the letter of admission into programme (or photocopy of application for admission)
• Evidence of state of origin obtained from the appropriate Local Government Area and duly signed by the Chairman or Secretary.
• Photocopy of NYSC certificate
• Photocopy of all certificates ("O" level and degree)
Submission Guidelines
All documents should be forwarded to: Co-ordinator Dufil-Nutrition Awards Programme P.O. Box 1983 Sapon, Abeokuta Ogun State Or via Email to acadaservices@ gmail.com Application Deadline All application should be submitted not later than August 31, 2011
Eligibility
The postgraduate scholarship is open to all Nigerian students qualified for admission to M. Sc Programme in Nutrition (and Nutrition and Dietetics) in any Nigerian University. Awards will be given to qualified and suitable students from every geopolitical zone of the Federation including the FCT.
Institution of study
The programme is currently based in the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (UNAAB ).
Application Guidelines
Eligible candidates should apply in writing, providing:
their full names,
photocopy of admission letter into the program, application for admission,
with details of educational history,
evidence of state of origin obtained from the appropriate Local Government Area and duly signed by the Chairman or secretary and
photocopy of NYSC certificate.
The completed documents should be endorsed in an A4 envelop and should be marked “APRIL 2011 AWARD ” on the top left corner addressed to::
The Co-coordinator .
Application Checklist
• A copy of the letter of admission into programme (or photocopy of application for admission)
• Evidence of state of origin obtained from the appropriate Local Government Area and duly signed by the Chairman or Secretary.
• Photocopy of NYSC certificate
• Photocopy of all certificates ("O" level and degree)
Submission Guidelines
All documents should be forwarded to: Co-ordinator Dufil-Nutrition Awards Programme P.O. Box 1983 Sapon, Abeokuta Ogun State Or via Email to acadaservices@ gmail.com Application Deadline All application should be submitted not later than August 31, 2011
2011/2012 Scholarships for 10000 Ghanian Students by the Government of Ghana
The Federal Ministry of Environment, Science and Technology under the Government of Ghana is providing 10,000 scholarship opportunities for Ghanaian students studying Pure and Applied Sciences, Mathematics and Engineering Courses at the various Secondary, Tertiary and Vocational and Technical schools for the 2011/2012 academic year. Applications for this year's scholarship is open from June 27th 2011.
According to the Sector Minister, Madam Sherry Ayittey, this is the second phase of the Mathematics, Science and Technology Scholarship Scheme (MASTESS) introduced in the 2010/2011 academic year.
Course of Study
Mathematics, Pure and Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology
Application Guidelines
Interested students can obtain application forms from the various District Education Directorates across the country. Some application forms are also available at the Ministry of Environment, Science and Technology in Accra.
Eligibility:
The scholarship targets brilliant but needy students and it is opened to both students who are now enrolling into institutions and continuing students.
Parents, guardians and all interested applicants are urged to respond promptly to the publications by picking forms, completing them and submitting them early to allow the Assessment Committee ample time to review the applications. Students who were also not successful with their applications in the first phase are also encouraged to re-apply.
The committee will use factors extracted from the application form, such as income level of parents, number of siblings who are still in school e.t.c in determining the neediness of an applicant. On the issue of brilliancy, the committee will look at BECE results slips for those enrolling into Senior High Schools and WASSCE result for those entering tertiary institutions. Continuing students' school records will also be considered to determine the brilliancy.
Source: Modern Ghana
According to the Sector Minister, Madam Sherry Ayittey, this is the second phase of the Mathematics, Science and Technology Scholarship Scheme (MASTESS) introduced in the 2010/2011 academic year.
Course of Study
Mathematics, Pure and Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology
Application Guidelines
Interested students can obtain application forms from the various District Education Directorates across the country. Some application forms are also available at the Ministry of Environment, Science and Technology in Accra.
Eligibility:
The scholarship targets brilliant but needy students and it is opened to both students who are now enrolling into institutions and continuing students.
Parents, guardians and all interested applicants are urged to respond promptly to the publications by picking forms, completing them and submitting them early to allow the Assessment Committee ample time to review the applications. Students who were also not successful with their applications in the first phase are also encouraged to re-apply.
The committee will use factors extracted from the application form, such as income level of parents, number of siblings who are still in school e.t.c in determining the neediness of an applicant. On the issue of brilliancy, the committee will look at BECE results slips for those enrolling into Senior High Schools and WASSCE result for those entering tertiary institutions. Continuing students' school records will also be considered to determine the brilliancy.
Source: Modern Ghana
Give 2 Nigeria 2011 Student Essay Contest for Undergraduate and Secondary School Students
Give 2 Nigeria (G2N) invites senior secondaryschool (High Schools) and undergraduates for the Responsible Citizen Student Essay Competition 2011, to submit essay on the subject of Responsible Citizenship.
The aims of the essay contest are: To
* Deepen understanding and appreciation of the expectation and benefits of responsible citizenship;
* Engage students in the debate on the role of citizens in the Nigerian society;
* Strengthen students' research, writing, and reasoning skills; and
* Develop a culture of giving amongst Nigerian students.
Essay Topic
Each essay submission should cover the following:
1. What are the key responsibilities of Nigerian citizens?
2. Describe your role and impact in a social cause or community initiative?
Who is Eligible?
The essay contest is open to all senior secondary school (high school) and undergraduate students in Nigeria or overseas.
Guideline
Eligible students are invited to submit their original work, highlighting the value of responsible citizenship, as well as their personal contributions to a social cause or community issue. The essay should be no longer than 900 words, in English.
Submission Guideline
Applicants are invited to submit their essays in MS Word or PDF format only to info@give2nigeria.org with "Essay Submission" as the subject of the e-mail.
All informations required, including name, contact information, educational institution, and essay should be included in a single document. One essay is allowed per applicant. Joint submissions are not eligible for the prize.
Submission Deadline
The deadline for submission is August 31, 2011 at 12 a.m. GMT. Winners will be announced on October 1, 2011. All submissions must adhere to contest requirements.
The submitted essays are reviewed and judged by a panel selected by Give 2 Nigeria. The panel will evaluate the essays according to the criteria described and select 1st prize winners, one each, from the senior secondary school and undergraduate level, and 2nd prize winners, one each, from the senior secondary school andundergraduate level.
All winners will receive an award certificate. In line with its effort to encourage a culture of giving while supporting local charities, Give 2 Nigeria will make a cash donation of $500each to two registered charities in Nigeria, selected by each of the first prize winners. In addition, Give 2 Nigeria will make a cash donation of $250 each to two registered charities in Nigeria, selected by each of the second prize winners. The winning essays will be published online at http://www.give2nigeria.org, and in Give 2 Nigeria's newsletters.
For more details on the essay contest visit http://www.give2nigeria.org/page/essay-award
The aims of the essay contest are: To
* Deepen understanding and appreciation of the expectation and benefits of responsible citizenship;
* Engage students in the debate on the role of citizens in the Nigerian society;
* Strengthen students' research, writing, and reasoning skills; and
* Develop a culture of giving amongst Nigerian students.
Essay Topic
Each essay submission should cover the following:
1. What are the key responsibilities of Nigerian citizens?
2. Describe your role and impact in a social cause or community initiative?
Who is Eligible?
The essay contest is open to all senior secondary school (high school) and undergraduate students in Nigeria or overseas.
Guideline
Eligible students are invited to submit their original work, highlighting the value of responsible citizenship, as well as their personal contributions to a social cause or community issue. The essay should be no longer than 900 words, in English.
Submission Guideline
Applicants are invited to submit their essays in MS Word or PDF format only to info@give2nigeria.org with "Essay Submission" as the subject of the e-mail.
All informations required, including name, contact information, educational institution, and essay should be included in a single document. One essay is allowed per applicant. Joint submissions are not eligible for the prize.
Submission Deadline
The deadline for submission is August 31, 2011 at 12 a.m. GMT. Winners will be announced on October 1, 2011. All submissions must adhere to contest requirements.
The submitted essays are reviewed and judged by a panel selected by Give 2 Nigeria. The panel will evaluate the essays according to the criteria described and select 1st prize winners, one each, from the senior secondary school and undergraduate level, and 2nd prize winners, one each, from the senior secondary school andundergraduate level.
All winners will receive an award certificate. In line with its effort to encourage a culture of giving while supporting local charities, Give 2 Nigeria will make a cash donation of $500each to two registered charities in Nigeria, selected by each of the first prize winners. In addition, Give 2 Nigeria will make a cash donation of $250 each to two registered charities in Nigeria, selected by each of the second prize winners. The winning essays will be published online at http://www.give2nigeria.org, and in Give 2 Nigeria's newsletters.
For more details on the essay contest visit http://www.give2nigeria.org/page/essay-award
The Nigerian Stock Exchange 10th Annual National Essay Competition For 2011
The Nigerian Stock Exchange 10th Annual National Essay Competition For 2011
Deadline: 29 July 2011
The Nigerian Stock Exchange Annual National Essay Competition is out again for both tertiary and secondary institutions. The following are the topics you are required to write your essay on:
For Tertiary Institutions
(1) What is Demutualization?
(2) How can it contribute to the development of the Stock Market in Nigeria?
The Cash prizes for the competition:
The Nigerian Stock Exchange Annual National Essay Competition is out again for both tertiary and secondary institutions. The following are the topics you are required to write your essay on:
For Tertiary Institutions
(1) What is Demutualization?
(2) How can it contribute to the development of the Stock Market in Nigeria?
The Cash prizes for the competition:
· 1st Prize winner- N150,000.00
· 2nd Prize winner - N120,000.00
· 3rd Prize winner - N100,000.00
Consolation Prizes:
· 10 Runner-up - N75,000.00 (each
· 37 Zonal Winners - N50,000.00 (each)
For Secondary Institutions:
(1) Who are the Capital Market Operators?
(2) Discuss the functions of any three operators.
The Cash Prizes for the Competition:
(1) Who are the Capital Market Operators?
(2) Discuss the functions of any three operators.
The Cash Prizes for the Competition:
· 1st Prize winner - N120,000.00
· 2nd Prize winner - N100,000.00
· 3rd Prize winner - N80,000.00
Consolation Prizes
· 10 Runners-up - N60,000.00 (each
· 37 Zonal Winners - N40,000.00 (each)
Terms And Conditions:
· Only one entry per person is allowed
· The Nigerian Stock Exchange Panel of judges’ Decision shall be final
· All entries must be accompanied with the competitors form
· The competition is open to SS1, SS2, SS3, and Tertiary Institutions only.
· All entries must reach any of the listed address on or before Friday July 29th, 2011.
Note:
· All national winners are entitled to a certificate and plaque
· 1st winner Institutions shall receive a trophy each
· 10 Runners-up shall receive consolation prizes
· 37 zonal winners representing each state/Abuja shall receive consolation prizes.
· 76 winner essays will be published in some National Dailies
Entry forms are available at all the Nigerian Stock Exchange Branches, all Secondary and Tertiary Institutions, as well as our website:
http://www.nigerianstockexchange.com
or any branch of: First Bank, Access Bank, Zenith Bank and also at the Records Unit of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Contact Info:
Submissions: must be addressed to;
Contact Info:
Submissions: must be addressed to;
The Co-ordinator, Essay Competition at any of the listed addresses on the entry form
Website: http://www.nigerianstockexchange.com
Website: http://www.nigerianstockexchange.com
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