CALL FOR APPLICATION For Master of Arts Programs: Economics, International Development Studies and Social Sciences Academic Year 2013 The Heinrich Böll Stiftung (hbs) Southeast Asia Regional Office invites candidates living and working in Myanmar to apply for its Scholarship Program for Master of Arts Programs at selected partner Universities in Thailand. Up to six full scholarships are available for the academic year 2013 for the following fulltime international M.A. programs: 1. Master of Arts in Economics (International Program, 2 academic years) at Thammasat University, Faculty of Economics, Bangkok 2. Master of Arts in Social Science (Development Studies), (International Program, 2 academic years) at Chiang Mai University, at the Regional Center for Social Science and Sustainable Development (RCSD), Faculty of Social Sciences, Chiang Mai 3. Master of Arts in International Development Studies (MAIDS), (International Program, 1 academic year) at Chulalongkorn University, Faculty of Political Science, Bangkok *Please visit respective program websites for updates on dates and deadlines Application schedule for the academic year 2013 Program/University Application Opening* Application Deadline* M.econ Thammasat University, Bangkok November 2012 21 December 2012 (extended deadline: 28 Dec) Social Science, RCSD Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai October 2012 31 March 2013 MAIDS Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok January 2013 31 March 2013 A. Preconditions to be eligible for the Scholarship Program: 1. All applicants with a bachelor’s degree in all disciplines are eligible to apply for the scholarship (applicants for the economics program should hold a BA degree in economics or similar and demonstrate a strong proven background in mathematics and statistics). 2. Applicants must live and work in Myanmar and be willing and likely to return to Myanmar after graduation. 3. Candidates must prove a very good spoken and written command of English, according to the required TOEFL and IELTS etc. score of the respective university and program. 4. Applicants accept to maintain student status throughout the period of the study. They should devote themselves fulltime and with ambition to the study and abide by all terms and conditions outlined in a Memorandum of Understanding signed by an hbs representative and the scholarship recipient. 5. Hbs gives priority to applicants with relevant working experience and social commitment who seek employment with local civil society organizations, the public sector or research institutes/think-tanks in Myanmar. 6. Hbs pays particular attention to have a balanced participation of women and men in the Scholarship Program and invites applicants from all ethnic groups. B. Financial benefits of the scholarship The objective of the Scholarship Program is to provide an opportunity for students to develop their academic, intellectual and personal skills and capacities, their perspective on national, regional and international politics as well as concepts of development and sustainability. The Scholarship Program is designed to provide sufficient financial support to students who are enrolled in one of the M.A programs as mentioned above. The scholarship will cover the regular period of study as defined by the program (1 or 2 academic years respectively). The scholarship includes: 1. Tuition & registration fees 2. Travelling costs: 2.1 Return trip from Myanmar to Thailand 2.2 Travelling costs for field trip for data collection (if necessary) 3. Fixed monthly allowance for food, accommodation etc. (expenses exceeding allowance have to be covered by student) 4. Book and thesis allowance 5. Health insurance C. Application procedure step by step: 1. Go to the respective website of the program you are interested in (see URL below), study the application procedure and download application forms. 2. The official application form and all needed support documents must be submitted in hard copy directly to the address of the University program before the application deadline. (Please note that the final deadline might be subject to change, consult the website of the Respective program accordingly) It is NOT necessary to send the application documents to the office of the Heinrich Böll Stiftung! 3. The University will only accept complete applications! Please check your documents carefully! If you expect some documents to be available only after application deadline please tell the University (program officer) in advance! 4. Indicate in your application form to the University that you seek a scholarship from Heinrich Böll Stiftung. 5. For questions concerning the application process please contact the respective University (program officer) directly. 6. Only candidates with sufficient academic qualifications and strong proven English skills will be admitted to the University. Subsequently, only the documents of applicants who have been admitted to the program will be forwarded to Heinrich Böll Stiftung to be considered for a scholarship. 7. Hbs and the respective Universities will select the final candidates for the scholarship from the short list of admitted candidates together. 8. Hbs and the respective University program may contact applicants for interviews during the selection process in early 2013. The interviews will be held in Yangon. Applicants have to cover the travel costs to the interview venue themselves. Invitations for the interview will be sent out a few weeks in advance. 9. Decisions made are final. Only selected candidates will be contacted. 10. Applicants can re-apply for the Scholarship Program the following year. Applicants already admitted to the University but not awarded a scholarship may keep this admission for re-application for the scholarship. 11. Selected candidates may need to attend a mandatory preparation-course before the official start of the program, if necessary. D. Short description of M.A. programs: 1. Master of Arts in Economics International Program (two years program) at Thammasat University Objective of the Program  To generate economics graduates equipped with economic theory and methodology sufficient to conduct research and study in economic fields at a high quality level.  To generate economics graduates who are capable of undertaking high-level duty such as lecturers, with ability to encourage analytical thinking in students at the secondary and tertiary levels, and specialists with expertise in economic analysis and planning in public and private organizations. Course Description: Compulsory courses: Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Mathematical Economics, Statistics for Economics, Econometrics, Research Methods in Economics Electives: Political Economics, Economic Theory, Quantitative Economics, Mathematical Economics, Econometrics, Monetary Economics, Public Economics, International Economics, Development Economics, Human Resource & Natural Resource Economics, Human Resource Economics, Natural Resource & Environment Economics, Industrial Economics, Agricultural Economics Please note that not all elective courses are available each year. For more information refer to: http://www.econ.tu.ac.th (Click on “English” language button/”Academic programs”/”Master of Arts in English”) 2. Master of Arts in Social Science (Development Studies), RCSD, International Program (two years program) at Chiang Mai University Program Aims The M.A. in Social Science (Development Studies) strives to develop a methodology that is not strictly bound by static or essentialist modes of thinking. The body of knowledge taught; therefore, is derived from dynamic models which are suited to social and environmental contexts. It uses multiple methods to encourage learning from local experience, and promotes local participation in the management and development of natural resources. The sustainability of natural life support systems and equitability of resource use are also explored. We encourage our students to search for alternative policies and to strive for the promotion of sustainable development based on ecological sustainability and security of local livelihoods through the participation of local people. Research topics focus on, among other things, resource management, local knowledge, sustainable development, health, cross- border migration and gender. Course Description: Core Courses: Social Sciences Theories, Conceptualization in Social Research, Development Theories, Seminar: Special Issues on Development Studies Electives: Development Studies, Ethnicity and Development, Women’s Studies, Health Social Sciences For more information refer to: http://rcsd.soc.cmu.ac.th 3. Master of Arts in International Development Studies (MAIDS), International Program (one year program) at Chulalongkorn University Program Aims The Master of Arts in International Development Studies, known for short as MAIDS, is intended for people who are making, or have the potential to make, a meaningful contribution as researchers, practitioners and leaders in the field of international development. The graduate program expects applicants to be talented graduates with some work or volunteer experience in international development, generally in the non-profit or governmental sectors. The program particularly encourages applications from citizens and residents of the Greater Mekong Sub-region countries. The program is looking for individuals with sensitivity to and involvement in issues such as the promotion of social change, human rights, local community development, media freedom and humanitarian aid. The curriculum combines the study of rigorous theoretical frameworks with practical field experience. Students have the opportunity to network with a wide range of practitioners working with government, international and civil society organizations. The thesis project allows the student to develop expertise in an area of interest. Course Description: Compulsory Courses: Development Theory and Practice, Globalization and Development in Asia and the Pacific, Politics of Public Policy, Research Methodology in Development Studies Electives: Communication, Democratization and Development; Conflict Resolution, Development Project Management, Human Rights and Gender Problems in Asia and the Pacific, Migration as a Development Issue, Selected Topics in Development and Economy Environmental Politics and Policy, Development Practicum Please note that not all elective courses are available each year. For more information refer to: http://www.ids.polsci.chula.ac.th/ E. Contacts to submit applications Graduate Studies Program, Faculty of Economics Thammasat University 2 Prachan Rd., Bangkok 10200, Thailand Contact person: Ms. Wannah Vejbrahm Email: wannah@econ.tu.ac.th Tel: +66-2-613-2422, +66-2-613-2425 Fax: +66-2-224-9428 Website: http://www.econ.tu.ac.th (Click on “English” language button/”Academic programs”/”Master of Arts in English”; The application information on the website will be updated within the next weeks) Master of Arts in Social Sciences (Development Studies) Program Regional Center for Social Science and Sustainable Development (RCSD) Faculty of Social Sciences, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand Contact person: Ms. Muttika Thungsuphuti, Email: muttikarcsd@gmail.com, rcsd@cmu.ac.th Tel: +66-53-943595 to 6 ext. 15 Fax: +66-53-893279  Website: http://rcsd.soc.cmu.ac.th   Master of Arts in International Development Studies (MAIDS) Program Faculty of Political Science, Chulalongkorn University Henri-Dunant Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand Contact person: Mr. Sorasich Swangsilp, Mr. Thananaj Siriyakul Email: s_sorasich@hotmail.com, thananaj.s@gmail.com Tel: +66-2-218-7313 Fax: +66-2-252-6277 Website: http://www.ids.polsci.chula.ac.th    F. Contact Heinrich Böll Stiftung Southeast Asia: Contact person: Ms. Nwet Kay Khine (Yangon), Mr. Rainer Einzenberger (Bangkok) Email: boell.yangon@gmail.com Tel: (Yangon): 09420101070 Tel: (Bangkok):+66-2-66259-60 ext. 109 For further information see also: http://www.boell-southeastasia.org  . CALL FOR APPLICATION For Master of Arts Programs: Economics, International Development Studies and Social Sciences Academic Year 2013 The. Faculty of Social Sciences, Chiang Mai 3. Master of Arts in International Development Studies (MAIDS), (International Program, 1 academic year) at