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Call to apply for #QuadFellowships for the period August 2023 - May 2024 is now open

Details of the application, benefits of the fellowships, eligibility criteria, and other details are at: https://lnkd.in/d7qBE4Yu

Quad partners #India, #Australia, #Japan, and the #UnitedStatesofAmerica announced the Quad Fellowship on September 24, 2021. It is a scholarship program designed to build ties among the next generation of scientists and technologists and offers a unique combination of financial benefits, cross-cultural exchange, networking, and content programming for STEM students. 25 students will be awarded from each QUAD country.

Combined Study and Practice Stays for Engineers from Developing Countries (KOSPIE) with Indian IITs

Overview Objective: The scholarships offer students from the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) the opportunity to complete project work as part of their master’s thesis under the guidance of a German professor at one of the TU9 technical universities.

Who can apply? Students from the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) in the 2nd semester of their 2 year Master’s programme or 4th Semester of their 3-year master’s programme or the 8th semester of an integrated/dual degree programme.

Semester Exchange Program

A student exchange program is a study program in which students pursue education at one of the international partner institutions for a period of 6 months to 1 year.

NIT Calicut encourages all types of collaborations and exchange programs with foreign universities. Study abroad programs are typically intended for undergraduates & graduate students who would like to spend a semester abroad taking courses/project work. International exchanges propel students towards multi-faceted approaches to learning. These experiences play an important role in their self-development and awareness leading to enhanced self-confidence, self-esteem and exposure to ‘foreign’ environments.

  • The student must select a University based on information available on the Office of International Relations website (https://ir.NITC.ac.in). Institutions with whom NIT Calicut has a current MOU typically offer a tuition fee waiver.
  • The student will then have to identify a set of courses to be taken during the semester abroad, check the suitability of semester duration as well as the language of instruction.
  • He / She must then consult with the Faculty Advisor regarding the suitability of the proposed courses. The approval of the Faculty Advisor is an essential step of the process.
  • The student must obtain the approval of the Head of the Department.
  • The student must then obtain the necessary clearances from the Academic section and Dean, Academic Courses approval before submitting the request to the Office of International Relations.
  • The Student carrying backlogs will not be allowed to participate in “study-abroad” programs.
  • The student can submit his application form and other necessary documents to the Office of International Relations (OIR).
  • The OIR will then nominate the applicant to the relevant Office at the foreign university and facilitate the process of admission.
  • Students have to bear their travel and other expenses to participate in the exchange program.

  • What kind of Visa should I apply for?
    - The instructions for the Visa type will be provided by the Host University.
  • Can I do my coursework exchange in my first year of UG and PG?
    - Foreign students (UG) who want to apply for course work exchange are expected to have completed at least 3 to 4 semesters at their home institution.
    - PG students are expected to have completed at least one semester at their home institution.
  • Can I take courses across different departments at Host University?
    - Yes, students can register for courses from different departments at the host University with prior permission from the Faculty advisor of Home University
  • Are there any instructions for students on the exchange program?
    - The students are requested to have a minimum of 85% attendance and abide by the rules and regulations of the university and the law of the Land

General Program

Research scholars are allowed to pursue their research interests at one of the international partner institutions for a period of 6 months to 1 year.

When an MS/PhD scholar spends significant time abroad at a research facility for thesis/ project work/research work, there is a measurable gain to the scholar and the Institutes/Universities involved.

  • Initial arrangements to be made through the Supervisor/Guide at home institution & Counterpart in the foreign institution.
  • Scope of work and deliverables must be established and documented before the research exchange visit begins.
  • He / She must then consult with the Faculty Advisor regarding the suitability of the proposed area of research. The approval of the Faculty Advisor is an essential step of the process.
  • The student must obtain the approval of the Head of the Department.
  • The student must then obtain the necessary clearances from the Academic section and Dean, Academic Research approval before submitting the request to the Office of International Relations.
  • The student can submit his application form and other necessary documents to the Office of International relations (OIR).
  • The OIR will then nominate the applicant to the relevant Office at the foreign university and facilitate the process of admission.
  • The parent institution/host University/faculty/OIR office will then assist as needed with travel funding.
  • Students need to check with the host institution/faculty regarding their stipend to cover the living expenses while on exchange.

  • What kind of Visa should I apply for?
    - The instructions for the Visa type will be provided by the Host University.
  • Can a UG student do research work?
    - Yes, UG students can apply for research work if the host University is accepting and the Faculty advisor at the home institute approves.
  • Can I apply for research work without an acceptance letter from the NITC professor?
    - No, you can apply for research work only after an NITC faculty accepts to be your guide
  • Are there any instructions for students on the Research exchange program?
    - The research scholars are requested to report to the Supervisor/Guide at the home institution and update the progress in their research regularly. The Research Scholars/students have to abide by the rules and regulations of the university and the law of Land
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