Google Rise Science & Engineering Awards for Africa, Europe, Middle east & Asia 2011

The Google RISE Awards are now open for applications.
Google RISE (Roots in Science and Engineering) Awards are designed to promote and support Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) and Computer Science (CS) education initiatives. Google provide awards to organizations working with primary & secondary schools and university students to provide enrichment programs in these fields.
Google believes that technology will continue to play an important role in shaping our future and knows that the youth of today will help innovate and drive these technologies for years to come. Through the Google RISE Awards Program, Google aspire to help students by offering growth and development opportunities.

12th NIIT Nigeria Scholarship 2011- Information Technology – Reminder

12th NIIT Nigeria Scholarship 2011

NIIT Nigeria chapter recently announced the 12th edition of its scholarship for Nigerian Students to apply for IT training program. The scholarship application is scheduled to close on 15th JULY, 2011. Hence application is still open for Secondary leavers, College, Polytechnic, University, and Graduate and postgraduate students (Employed and Unemployed).
To apply for the scholarship, applicants are invited to fill an application form Online or at the nearest NIIT centre. See links below.

5th AfriHUB International ICT Scholarship 2011 Nigeria

2011 Information Technology Scholarship Opportunity for Students, Graduates and Professionals in Nigeria

If you want to give your profession a boost with Information and Communications Technologies- ICT skills, build your career profile and stand a greater chance of getting a better job, the 5th AfriHUB International ICT Scholarship 2011 offer young Nigerians the opportunity to apply for scholarship.

You Can Study Masters in Information Technology in UK without Prior IT or Computer Knowledge

If you do not have an academic background in computer and information technology, but want to greatly enhance your CV and build a career in the dynamic IT industry, there are universities in UK that offer Master’s course in Computer, Communication Technology and Information Systems/ Technology specifically designed for postgraduate students who want to embark on an IT career. Students on these courses are provided with specialized knowledge in programming, networks, operating systems, web design, databases and software engineering, in Information and Technology. Graduates from the IT programme can take up a variety of career such as computer programming, Web design and management, technical/IT consultancy, Software training and media specialists. You may also find these programmes suitable if you are already working in the IT industry but wish to update your skills.