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Fellowships Ph.D Type Programme in Engineering edition 2016 B conduct UNESCO
The UNESCO Chair for Science, Technology and Engineering at the AGH University of Science and Technology in Krakow are inviting potential candidates to submit your interest with the fellowships focusing on Ph.D. degree, at the AGH UST Poland, in Engineering, cycle 2016 B, starting from 1st October 2016. The beneficiaries of these fellowships will be given the opportunity to undertake an individual research programme in the field of Science, Technology and Engineering.
Eligibility : Any Post Graduate
Location : Anywhere in India
Last Date : 30 May 2016
Hiring Process : Written-test
How to apply : Deadline for submission is 30th May 2016
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