SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME FOR CITIZENS OF THE OIC AND …

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Republic of Azerbaijan

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M in istry of E ducation Repu blic of a ze r h a iia n

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMMEFOR CITIZENS OF THE OIC AND THE NAM MEMBER COUNTRIES

APPLICATION FORM

Please fill with capital letters

Perso n al details

First name __________________________________________

Surname ___________________________________________ _

Female

Married Divorced Widowed

_____ C itizenship__________________

______ Passport Expiration D a te _____

Gender Male

Marital status Single

Date of b irth _________(ddmmyy)

Passport N um ber_____

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C o n ta ct details

Home address_____________

Current address (if different)

Home telephone nu m b er___________________ Mobile phone number

Fax n um ber________________________________ _ E m a il______ ___________

Contact person in case of emergency

Name Surname __________________________ _ Relationship to you _

Telephone n um ber___________________________ E-m ail_____________

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A cademic Background

Please list ail academic institutions you have attended and qualifications you have obtained (the most recent first)

Professional Experience

Please list the institutions where you have worked (the mast recent first)

Year institutions Position

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Please list the languages you have proficiency (rate yourself as ldquoexcellent good fair and indicate IELTS or TOEFL test score if you have)

Knowledge of Languages

Pro po sed stu d y in A zerbaijan

A Which academic qualification would you like to obtain within current scholarship programme

Bachelor Master Doctoral General medicineresidency

B Which subject would you like to study

C In which language would you like to study Azerbaijani Russian English

D Please prioritise three universities based on your preference at which you would like to study (refer to the attached list of universities)

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Statement of Purpose

Please reflect on your interest to study in Azerbaijan your aspiration to obtain relevant academic qualification for your proposed subject and your future plans after successful accomplishment of this programme (no more than 500 wordsj

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RefereesPlease provide the names of two referees below who can evaluate your suitability for the program of study

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Checklist for application Package

Please be sure that you have included the following items in your application package

Completed application form

Diplomas and transcripts from prior high school or university studies

Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume

Copy of international passport

Document on general health status (including HIVAIDS Hepatitis В and C tests)

Certificate on language proficiency (if available)

S ignature

I confirm that the information provided in this form is accurate and correct to the best of my knowledge

Signed Date

5

The Scholarship Programme f o r the_citizens of the OIC NAM

member countriesmz

Brief informationldquoThe Educational Grant Programme for the Citizens of the Member Countries of the Organization for Islamic Cooperationrdquo and

The Educational Grant Programme for the Citizens of the Member Countries of the Non-Aligned Movementrdquo was approved

by the orders of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan on December 6 2017 and on January 10 2018 respectively

Programmes provide an opportunity tor selected candidates on annual basis to study in the

leading universities of Azerbaijan atbull bull bull

Who can apply

bull Preparatory coursesbull Undergraduate graduatebull Doctoralbull General medicineresidency programmes

What does the scholarship covers

bull Tuition feesbull International flight (once in a year econom y class)bull Monthly allow ance (800 AZN includes meals accom m odation and cost of utilities)bull Medical insurancebull Visa and registration cost

bull Citizens of the O IC and the NAM member countriesbull Forundergraduate and general medicine programmes - citizens younger than 25bull For graduate and residency programmes - citizens younger than 30bull For doctoral programmes - citizens younger than 40

Selection procedures and resultsThe selection process will cover two stages

bull Review of the relevant documentsbull Interviews (onlineSkype)bull The candidates will be informed

about the results by July 2021

Note Universities will get in touch with the shortlisted applicants for institutional admission procedures

Submission of ApplicationThe candidates must

bull be officially nominated by respective state entities of their country (Ministries Embassies etc) to the Embassies or to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan

The application deadline is February 282021

Required Documentsbull Com pleted application formbull Diplomas or Transcripts from prior High School or University studiesbull C o py of Passportbull Document on general health status (including HIVAIDS Hepatitis В and C tests)bull CV or Resumebull Motivation Letterbull Proof of EnglishProficiency (for programmes in foreign languages forundergraduate programmes IELTS 5 TOEFL 40 for other programmes IELTS 55 TOEFL 50)

Note All documents must be translated into English or Russian and notarized

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan Azerbaijan International Development Agency

scholarsmfagovaz wwwmfagovaz | wwwaidaaz

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME

FOR CITIZENS OF THE OIC AND THE NAM MEMBER COUNTRIES

List of Universities

bull ADA University - httpwwwadaeduazen-USPageshonneaspx

bull Azerbaijan University of Languages - httpadueduazen

bull Azerbaijan State Agricultural University - httpwwwadaueduaz

bull Azerbaijan State University of Economics - httpuneceduazen

bull Azerbaijan State University of Culture and Arts - httpwwwadmiueduazenphp

bull Azerbaijan State Oil and Industry University - httpwwwasoiueduazen

bull Baku Higher Oil School - httpwwwbhoseduazenindex

bull Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University - httpwwwadpueduaz

bull Azerbaijan Arts Academy - httpswwwazraeduazeng

bull Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction - httpazmiueduazlang=en

bull Azerbaijan National Conservatory - httpconservatoryeduazen

bull Azerbaijan Technical University - httpaztueduazazp

bull Azerbaijan Medical University - httpamueduazen

bull Azerbaijan University of Tourism and Management -httpatmueduaz

bull Baku State University - httpbsueduazen

bull Baku Engineering University - httpbeueduazen

bull Baku Slavic University - httpbsu-unieduazen

bull Nakhchivan State University - httpndueduazen

bull Baku Music Academy named after Uzeyir Hajibeyov - httpmusicacademyeduaz

bull Khazar University - httokhazaroraen

bull Ganja State University -httpadueduaz

NOTE If applicants are interested to get more information about education opportunities in

Azerbaijan and above mentioned universities they may look at the studvinazerbaiianeduaz portal


Can I apply individually for the scholarship- No Please take into account that directly subm itted applications will not be

considered The candidates must be officially nom inated by the respective state

entities o f their country (Ministries Embassies etc)

JpoundTf Where and how should I submit my application- Please be inform ed that candidates documents must be officially subm itted by the

respective state entities o f their country (Ministries Embassies etc) to any Embassy

or to the M inistry o f Foreign Affairs o f the Republic o f Azerbaijan

Jtdf What happens if Azerbaijan does not have a diplomatic mission in my country- Since we receive the nomination o f candidates through diplomatic channels the

application can be sent to any Embassy or to the M inistry o f Foreign Affairs o f the

Republic o f Azerbaijan

Should I apply to the universities separately- You are not required to apply to the university separately The documents o f the

shortlisted candidates will be sent to the universities by the Selection Committee

Is the English proficiency certificate (IELTS TOEFL) mandatory- The English proficiency certificate is not mandatory but preferable

Jgf Is there a specific form for the document on general health status- There is no specific form for this document However it should include HIVAIDS

Hepatitis В and C tests and be issued by an internationally recognized hospital

JrTj The citizens of which countries are eligible for the scholarship- The citizens o f the m em ber countries o f the Organization fo r Islamic Cooperation

andor the Non-Aligned M ovem ent are eligible fo r the scholarship

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME FOR CITIZENS OF THE OJC AND THE NAM MEMBER COUNTRIES

Guidelines for International Students in Azerbaijan


Introduction

This document is intended to provide general information and practical guide to international students who are granted with the Scholarship Programme for the citizens of the OIC and theNAM Member Countries by the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan This guideline draws a framework of the rights and obligations as a foreign student and constitutes a basic source of the information that students can use However international students are highly encouraged to obtain more extensive information from respective bodies of admitted educational institutions and consider this guidance as a complementary source

Students rights and obligations

What are the rights of student in the context of scholarship coverage

The agreement on an educational grant is to be signed between a grant awarded student and relevant university

According to the signed agreement a student has a right to

bull be freed from tuition fees of the admitted educational institutionbull be explained with the education process and internal rules of the educational institutionbull be provided with visa registration transportation medical expenses (insurance] and monthly

allowance (for accommodation meals transportation books and utility costs] for a duration of no more than 10 months of each educational year and in accordance with the terms of the agreement

bull be provided with the official documentation on study after successfully completing education program

bull ask for an extension of educational grant for a maximum period of 1 semester in a case of experiencing unplanned emergency situation and etc

Please check the regulations of the respective educational institution in order to learn about additional rights

Please check the detailed information about rights and freedoms of foreigners in the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan at

What are the obligations of student in the context of scholarship coverage

According to the signed agreement a student has an obligation to

The Scholarship Programme for Che citizens of the OIC and the NAM Member Countries - 2020


bull meet the required minimum average point [51] in order to get the educational grant any semester

bull bear the responsibility of paying 50 percentage of the education fee to the bank accounts of the educational institution in a case of failing to meet above mentioned requirement

bull follow internal rules of the educational institution and the legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan and etc

Please check the regulations of the respective educational institution in order to learn about additional obligations

Questions related with documentations

How can a student get a visa

bull A single entry visa for scientific and educational purposes for students awarded with a scholarship is to be issued at the Heydar Aliyev International Airport [Baku Azerbaijan) A student is provided with relevant support letter in order to foster their travel to Azerbaijan smoothly Implementation of the visa issuance at the international airports of the Republic of Azerbaijan and payment of visa fee is provided through the ASAN Visardquo system and ASAN Paymentrdquo system respectively The visa fee is 20 USD The amount of visa fee is to be reimbursed to a student by respective educational institution

bull The citizens of some countries may also get an electronic visa via the ASAN Visa system [seelist of eligible countries ) The electronic visa is issuedwithin 3 [three) working days and determines the duration of stay in the country up to 30 days The visa fee for an electronic visa is 20 USD [excluding service fee) Despite of non-working days and holidays urgent visa issuing opportunity within 3 hours through ASAN Visardquo system had been also created In order to get detailed information please visit

bull The citizens of the CIS member countries are not required to obtain a visa for entering Azerbaijan

bull For the most current visa information please visit

What are the migration rules in Azerbaijan

bull The rights and obligations of foreigners and stateless persons on the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan are defined by the Migration Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan According to Article 763 of the Migration Code foreigners and stateless persons on the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan must adhere to the declared purposes of arrival in the country

bull Foreigners or stateless persons who stay temporarily in the Republic of Azerbaijan for more than 15 days should get registered upon place of stay Temporary staying period of foreigners

The Scholarship Programme for the citizens of the OIC and the NAM Member Countries - 2020


and stateless persons who enter the Republic of Azerbaijan upon visa cannot be more than the staying period indicated on the visa

bull Since a foreign student resides temporarily on the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan heshe should get a relevant permit for it Permit for temporary residence on the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan is issued to foreigners and stateless persons by the State Migration Service of Azerbaijan Republic

bull Foreigners and stateless persons should apply to the State Migration Service of Azerbaijan Republic to obtain permit in this regard at least 30 days before the expiry of the temporary staying or temporary residence period

bull In case temporary residence permit is issued to foreigners and stateless persons those persons are provided with a permission card for temporary residence in the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan by the State Migration Service of the Republic of Azerbaijan

bull The respective bodies of the universities assist foreign students to get permit for temporary residence in the country

bull For the most current migration information for foreigners please visit

Which documents should be submitted to the particular educational institution for registration

bull In order to register for university a student should submit an application letter addressed to the rector of particular educational institution indicating the specialty language of study

bull Diploma and transcripts from prior high school or university studies (translated to the required languages and notarized copies]

bull International passportbull Health certificate (reference confirming that the person is not carrier of a virus of any

disease included AIDS Hepatitis В and Hepatitis C]bull 6 photos (34 sized]bull Language Certificate (if available]bull Copies of other certificates and diplomas

Note If the candidates are admitted to the postgraduate programs their diplomas and transcripts must have an apostille or legalized by relevant public entities at the given countries

Who will provide a student with flight details tofrom Azerbaijan



bull To get more information about flight details tofrom Azerbaijan a student should apply to the particular university

bull Travel costs include single entry and return ticket (economy class) to the Republic of Azerbaijan at the beginning and end of each academic year

bull The particular university should provide economy class ticket tofrom the Republic of Azerbaijan for the student In order to get a ticket a student should apply to the relevant educational institution with copies of valid passport and issued visa to Azerbaijan

bull in the case of self-paid tickets a student should apply to the particular university with boarding passes copies of relevant pages of passport and electronic ticket to get reimbursement Self-paid tickets should be in economy class and should include travel information from the sending country to the receiving country

How to find accommodation

bull In order to get an accommodation a student should apply to the particular universitybull The universities provide granted students with particular dormitory at the student

campus in the framework of their potentialbull The universities may assist students to find available rental housesbull The cost of dormitory and housing rentals is included to the monthly scholarships

How can a student open a bank account

bull A student should send hisher passport copy to the admission staff of the relevant educational institution to open a new bank account



Other useful information

Transport system in Azerbaijan

There are various alternative transport systems in order to get around Azerbaijan Road and railway network in Azerbaijan is highly diversified and connects all parts of Azerbaijan While Baku is the largest most populated and the capital city of Azerbaijan besides being a location of most of the higher educational institutions you can find different modes of transportation for travelling around

bull BakiKart

In order to use Baku metro and buses you need to purchase BakiKart from metro stations or bus stops which permanent usable card costs 2 AZN The price for the one use of transportation will cost 030 AZN which can be considered as inexpensive mode of travel

bull Baku MetroCurrently the Baku metro system has 25 stations and 3 lines For more information about the map and metro stations click on the link below

bull BusesBuses are usually most convenient mode of travel around Baku Bus schedules and routes are generally available at bus stops If you want to travel within Baku you can use in city buses which are provided by the BakuBus Further information is available atAlthough for travelling to the regions of Azerbaijan and cities of the neighboring countries including Russia Georgia Turkey and Iran you have to use all-inclusive modern buses at the Baku Internationa] Bus Terminal Further information about tickets and the terms of use is available at

bull Taxi services

Taxis can be considered relatively expensive way to get around Baku There are a number of different taxi companies in Azerbaijan which can be booked over the telephone or through particular applications See the list of taxi services at

bull Alol41 platform



The 141 hotline of Baku Transport Agency is operating 724 for receiving registration of all kinds of proposals and comments information requests related to public transport and forwarding them to the relevant departments For more information please visitbull Railways

High standard passenger trains are operating between regions of Azerbaijan and foreign countries Further information about tickets and the terms of use is available at

Maps

Detailed map of Azerbaijan is available atAlso you can use AzNav GPS navigation system Please visit and download the mobile application from

Public holidays

There are several official public holidays in Azerbaijan While some of them are considered as nonshyworking days transportation system shopping centers amusement places mainly have full working regimes during those days A full list of the Azerbaijans public holidays is available at

Emergency situations

In case of below mentioned emergency situations please call 112 hotline

bull man-made disasters and natural disastersbull fires and conditions fraught with firebull children elderly or sick people locked indoors or in urgent need of helpbull serious traffic accidentsbull accidents in industrial facilities or construction sites or threats thereofbull need in rescue operations at water reservoirsbull exposure or loss of containers with radioactive chemical and other hazardous materials as

well as firearms and explosivesbull required aid in cases of other emergenciesbull lack of access to 102 (police) 103 (ambulance) and 104 (gas service) hotlines

112 hotline may be reached from ground telephone lines in Baku Sumgayit and Absheron District and through GSM or CDMA wireless telephone lines (Azercell Bakcell Nar Mobile) as well as pay telephones all over the country 112 service is a toll free call 112 hotline operates in 247 regime and maintains constant communication with all related services

Safety



In general crime levels are very low in Azerbaijan and Baku is one of the safest capitals However it would be better to avoid actions that can cause any risk for your safety You can report a crime at any local police station or by telephoning the police on 102

Diplomatic missions

You can get the list of diplomatic mission in the Republic of Azerbaijan at

Telephone numbers

You can find the list of useful telephone numbers at

Weather

Azerbaijan has very rich climate resources in general summer and spring have relatively hot sunny weather while autumn and winter are relatively cold Average temperature for September is estimated to change from 18deg to 26deg rain and fog are also expected Due to the high climatic and landscape diversity the temperature and the weather conditions are extremely differ among regions within Azerbaijan However Baku has moderate climate as a result of tempering effect of the Caspian Sea Please check the monthly weather forecast for Baku at


A cademic Background

Please list ail academic institutions you have attended and qualifications you have obtained (the most recent first)

Professional Experience

Please list the institutions where you have worked (the mast recent first)

Year institutions Position

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Signed Date

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Diplomatic missions


Telephone numbers


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bull BakiKart




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Diplomatic missions


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Weather




























































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bull BakiKart




bull Taxi services







Maps


Public holidays







Safety




Diplomatic missions


Telephone numbers


Weather

















































Introduction




























































bull BakiKart




bull Taxi services







Maps


Public holidays







Safety




Diplomatic missions


Telephone numbers


Weather























Introduction




























































bull BakiKart




bull Taxi services







Maps


Public holidays







Safety




Diplomatic missions


Telephone numbers


Weather






Introduction




























































bull BakiKart




bull Taxi services







Maps


Public holidays







Safety




Diplomatic missions


Telephone numbers


Weather




Introduction




























































bull BakiKart




bull Taxi services







Maps


Public holidays







Safety




Diplomatic missions


Telephone numbers


Weather
















































bull BakiKart




bull Taxi services







Maps


Public holidays







Safety




Diplomatic missions


Telephone numbers


Weather

































bull BakiKart




bull Taxi services







Maps


Public holidays







Safety




Diplomatic missions


Telephone numbers


Weather


















bull BakiKart




bull Taxi services







Maps


Public holidays







Safety




Diplomatic missions


Telephone numbers


Weather







bull BakiKart




bull Taxi services







Maps


Public holidays







Safety




Diplomatic missions


Telephone numbers


Weather






Maps


Public holidays







Safety




Diplomatic missions


Telephone numbers


Weather





Diplomatic missions


Telephone numbers


Weather

