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From: Stephanie Borg Psaila <steph...@diplomacy.edu>
Date: Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:04:31 +0200
Subject: Call for applications: advanced thematic course in
Infrastructure and Critical Internet Resources
To: ig...@diplomacy.edu
Dear Alumni,
Diplo is currently accepting applications for the advanced thematic course
in *Infrastructure and Critical Internet Resources, *which starts on 22
July 2013.
The course offers an excellent opportunity to gain a deeper understanding
of topics and issues related to infrastructure development, connection
costs, regulatory framework, protocol upgrades and IPv6, Network
Neutrality, and more, while benefiting from collaborative discussions with
other professionals following the course.
The call for applications is below. More information about the course is
available at http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-Infrastructure. The
deadline for applications is 20 May for the accredited course, and 17 June
for the certificate course.
We would appreciate if you could forward this message to others whom you
think may benefit from this course.
Thanks in advance,
Stephanie
--
Stephanie Borg Psaila
DiploFoundation
www.diplomacy.edu
*The latest from Diplo...* Stay networked; get informed; broadcast your
projects. Join our Internet governance community at
www.diplointernetgovernance.org
Advanced thematic course in Infrastructure and Critical Internet Resources
Countries require a developed and scalable ICT infrastructure, to promote
social, economic, and individual progress. ICT can enable better access to
government services, increased training opportunities through distance
learning, delivery of healthcare services through telemedicine, improved
literacy, and access to economic opportunities. These new uses of
technology should be part of a country’s development strategy; investment
in them is important to enhance a country’s standard of living.
Whether you are involved in technical aspects, or are interested in
furthering your knowledge, Diplo’s advanced thematic course
inInfrastructure and Critical Internet Resourcescan help you gain a
deeper understanding of topics and issues related to
infrastructure development, connection costs, regulatory framework,
protocol upgrades and IPv6, Network Neutrality, and more.
Call for applications
DiploFoundation is currently accepting applications for its online
course in Infrastructure
and Critical Internet
Resources<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-Infrastructure>.
The course is designed to help participants gain deeper understanding of
the concepts and issues related to ICT infrastructure and infrastructure
development; discuss local, regional and international developments with
other practitioners; and be prepared to join or further one’s involvement
in the policy process.
About the course
The course on Infrastructure and Critical Internet Resources takes place
over 10 weeks, starting with an orientation week, followed by 8 weeks of
substantive coursework and discussion, and a final assignment week. The
course starts on 22 July, 2013.
The course topics include ICT infrastructure development; connection costs;
protocol upgrades; regulatory framework, network neutrality, and more. A
full list of topics is available in the Course details section at
www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-Infrastructure
Learning activities take place in an online classroom and include the
analysis of course materials; interactive group discussions using a variety
of communication tools; assignments to test one’s understanding; and other
dynamic methodologies.
The course materials, the e-learning platform, and the working language of
this course is English. Applicants should consider whether their reading
and writing skills in English are sufficient to follow postgraduate level
materials and discussion.
The course forms part of the Thematic Phase of Diplo’s Internet Governance
Capacity Building Programme (IGCBP). This phase offers in-depth courses
that provide deeper understanding of a particular issue. Other courses
forming part of this phase - which may run simultaneously or at a later
date - include Cybersecurity,<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-security>
E-participation,
<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-eparticipation> History
of Internet Governance,
<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-history> ICT
Policy and Strategic
Planning,<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-ICTstrategy>
Infrastructure
and Critical Internet
Resources,<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-Infrastructure>
Intellectual
Property Rights, <http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-IPR> and Privacy
and Personal Data
Protection.<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-Privacy>
This course can be taken:
-
As a DiploFoundation Certificate course
<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-foundation>
-
As a University of Malta Accredited Course
-
As part of DiploFoundation’s and the University of Malta’s Master/PGD in
Contemporary Diplomacy, with a specialisation area in Internet
governance<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/MAPGD>(Request more
information from
admis...@diplomacy.edu) <http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/MAPGD>
Target audience
Diplo seeks applications from the following categories of individuals from
both developed and developing countries:
-
Officials in government ministries, departments, or institutions dealing
with Information Society, Internet and ICT-related policy issues (e.g.
telecommunications, education, foreign affairs, justice).
-
Postgraduate students, academics and researchers in the IG field (e.g.
in telecommunications, electrical engineering, law, economics, development
studies).
-
Civil society activists in the IG and Information Society fields.
-
Journalists covering IG issues.
-
Individuals in Internet business-related fields (e.g. ISPs, software
developers).
This course may also be of interest to:
-
Practising diplomats, civil servants, and others working in
international relations who want to refresh or expand their knowledge of
more technical issues, under the guidance of experienced practitioners and
academics.
-
Postgraduate students of diplomacy or international relations wishing to
study topics not offered through their university programmes or diplomatic
academies and to gain deeper insight through interaction with practising
diplomats.
Fees and scholarships
Course fees depend on whether you wish to obtain university credit for the
course:
-
€790 (University of Malta Accredited Course)
-
€600 (Diplo Certificate Course)
A limited number of partial scholarships may be offered to participants
from developing and emerging countries.
As Diplo's ability to offer scholarship support is limited, you are
strongly encouraged to seek scholarship funding directly from local or
international institutions. Our guide to Finding Scholarships for Online
Study <http://www.diplomacy.edu/poolbin.asp?IDPool=725> may provide you
with some useful starting points.
Requirements
Applicants for the certificate course must have:
-
IG knowledge and/or experience of the multistakeholder approach in
international affairs, together with basic knowledge of the Internet
infrastructure.
-
Sufficient ability in the English language to undertake postgraduate
level studies (including reading academic texts, discussing complex
concepts with other course participants, and submitting written essay
assignments).
-
Fluency in the second language for the applicants to any of the
bilingual groups (if offered).
-
Regular access to the Internet (dial-up connection is sufficient,
although broadband is preferable).
-
A minimum of 5-7 hours commitment per week, and the readiness to
participate in class online sessions (once a week at specified times).
-
An undergraduate university degree OR three years of related work
experience.
In addition to the above, applicants for the accredited course must also
meet University of Malta prerequisites:
-
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject with at least Second Class
Honours.
-
Proof of English language proficiency obtained within the last two years
(minimum requirements TOEFL: paper-based – 650; Internet-based – 95. IELTS:
6.5. Cambridge: Proficiency Certificate with Grade C or better). If, when
applying, you are still waiting for your English language proficiency
results, the University may issue a conditional letter of acceptance.
Deadlines
The deadline for applications for the accredited course is 20 May, 2013
The deadline for applications for the certificate course is 17 June, 2013
How to apply
Choose your preferred option:
-
Apply for this course as a Diplo Certificate Course using this Online
Application Form<http://archive1.diplomacy.edu/registration/Register.aspx?IDprogramme=dcf27ff4-81a7-425e-8b1e-90a00a264930>
;<http://archive1.diplomacy.edu/registration/Register.aspx?IDprogramme=490f3075-f740-410b-b39f-58c2d9122f90>
-
Apply for this course as a University of Malta Accredited Course using
the University of Malta application form
<http://www.diplomacy.edu/poolbin.asp?IDPool=1433>or writing to
admis...@diplomacy.edu for more information;
-
Take this course as part of the Master/PGD in Contemporary
Diplomacy<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/MAPGD>(request more
information from
admis...@diplomacy.edu).
<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/MAPGD>
For more information, please visit
http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-Infrastructure.
<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-foundation>
Contact us at i...@diplomacy.edu (certificate course) or
admis...@diplomacy.edu (University of Malta accredited course and
Master/PGD).
--
SCHOMBE BAUDOUIN
Téléphone mobile:+243998983491
email : b.sc...@gmail.com
skype : b.schombe
blog : http://akimambo.unblog.fr
Site Web : www.ticafrica.net
From: Stephanie Borg Psaila <steph...@diplomacy.edu>
Date: Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:04:31 +0200
Subject: Call for applications: advanced thematic course in
Infrastructure and Critical Internet Resources
To: ig...@diplomacy.edu
Dear Alumni,
Diplo is currently accepting applications for the advanced thematic course
in *Infrastructure and Critical Internet Resources, *which starts on 22
July 2013.
The course offers an excellent opportunity to gain a deeper understanding
of topics and issues related to infrastructure development, connection
costs, regulatory framework, protocol upgrades and IPv6, Network
Neutrality, and more, while benefiting from collaborative discussions with
other professionals following the course.
The call for applications is below. More information about the course is
available at http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-Infrastructure. The
deadline for applications is 20 May for the accredited course, and 17 June
for the certificate course.
We would appreciate if you could forward this message to others whom you
think may benefit from this course.
Thanks in advance,
Stephanie
--
Stephanie Borg Psaila
DiploFoundation
www.diplomacy.edu
*The latest from Diplo...* Stay networked; get informed; broadcast your
projects. Join our Internet governance community at
www.diplointernetgovernance.org
Advanced thematic course in Infrastructure and Critical Internet Resources
Countries require a developed and scalable ICT infrastructure, to promote
social, economic, and individual progress. ICT can enable better access to
government services, increased training opportunities through distance
learning, delivery of healthcare services through telemedicine, improved
literacy, and access to economic opportunities. These new uses of
technology should be part of a country’s development strategy; investment
in them is important to enhance a country’s standard of living.
Whether you are involved in technical aspects, or are interested in
furthering your knowledge, Diplo’s advanced thematic course
inInfrastructure and Critical Internet Resourcescan help you gain a
deeper understanding of topics and issues related to
infrastructure development, connection costs, regulatory framework,
protocol upgrades and IPv6, Network Neutrality, and more.
Call for applications
DiploFoundation is currently accepting applications for its online
course in Infrastructure
and Critical Internet
Resources<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-Infrastructure>.
The course is designed to help participants gain deeper understanding of
the concepts and issues related to ICT infrastructure and infrastructure
development; discuss local, regional and international developments with
other practitioners; and be prepared to join or further one’s involvement
in the policy process.
About the course
The course on Infrastructure and Critical Internet Resources takes place
over 10 weeks, starting with an orientation week, followed by 8 weeks of
substantive coursework and discussion, and a final assignment week. The
course starts on 22 July, 2013.
The course topics include ICT infrastructure development; connection costs;
protocol upgrades; regulatory framework, network neutrality, and more. A
full list of topics is available in the Course details section at
www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-Infrastructure
Learning activities take place in an online classroom and include the
analysis of course materials; interactive group discussions using a variety
of communication tools; assignments to test one’s understanding; and other
dynamic methodologies.
The course materials, the e-learning platform, and the working language of
this course is English. Applicants should consider whether their reading
and writing skills in English are sufficient to follow postgraduate level
materials and discussion.
The course forms part of the Thematic Phase of Diplo’s Internet Governance
Capacity Building Programme (IGCBP). This phase offers in-depth courses
that provide deeper understanding of a particular issue. Other courses
forming part of this phase - which may run simultaneously or at a later
date - include Cybersecurity,<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-security>
E-participation,
<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-eparticipation> History
of Internet Governance,
<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-history> ICT
Policy and Strategic
Planning,<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-ICTstrategy>
Infrastructure
and Critical Internet
Resources,<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-Infrastructure>
Intellectual
Property Rights, <http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-IPR> and Privacy
and Personal Data
Protection.<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-Privacy>
This course can be taken:
-
As a DiploFoundation Certificate course
<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-foundation>
-
As a University of Malta Accredited Course
-
As part of DiploFoundation’s and the University of Malta’s Master/PGD in
Contemporary Diplomacy, with a specialisation area in Internet
governance<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/MAPGD>(Request more
information from
admis...@diplomacy.edu) <http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/MAPGD>
Target audience
Diplo seeks applications from the following categories of individuals from
both developed and developing countries:
-
Officials in government ministries, departments, or institutions dealing
with Information Society, Internet and ICT-related policy issues (e.g.
telecommunications, education, foreign affairs, justice).
-
Postgraduate students, academics and researchers in the IG field (e.g.
in telecommunications, electrical engineering, law, economics, development
studies).
-
Civil society activists in the IG and Information Society fields.
-
Journalists covering IG issues.
-
Individuals in Internet business-related fields (e.g. ISPs, software
developers).
This course may also be of interest to:
-
Practising diplomats, civil servants, and others working in
international relations who want to refresh or expand their knowledge of
more technical issues, under the guidance of experienced practitioners and
academics.
-
Postgraduate students of diplomacy or international relations wishing to
study topics not offered through their university programmes or diplomatic
academies and to gain deeper insight through interaction with practising
diplomats.
Fees and scholarships
Course fees depend on whether you wish to obtain university credit for the
course:
-
€790 (University of Malta Accredited Course)
-
€600 (Diplo Certificate Course)
A limited number of partial scholarships may be offered to participants
from developing and emerging countries.
As Diplo's ability to offer scholarship support is limited, you are
strongly encouraged to seek scholarship funding directly from local or
international institutions. Our guide to Finding Scholarships for Online
Study <http://www.diplomacy.edu/poolbin.asp?IDPool=725> may provide you
with some useful starting points.
Requirements
Applicants for the certificate course must have:
-
IG knowledge and/or experience of the multistakeholder approach in
international affairs, together with basic knowledge of the Internet
infrastructure.
-
Sufficient ability in the English language to undertake postgraduate
level studies (including reading academic texts, discussing complex
concepts with other course participants, and submitting written essay
assignments).
-
Fluency in the second language for the applicants to any of the
bilingual groups (if offered).
-
Regular access to the Internet (dial-up connection is sufficient,
although broadband is preferable).
-
A minimum of 5-7 hours commitment per week, and the readiness to
participate in class online sessions (once a week at specified times).
-
An undergraduate university degree OR three years of related work
experience.
In addition to the above, applicants for the accredited course must also
meet University of Malta prerequisites:
-
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject with at least Second Class
Honours.
-
Proof of English language proficiency obtained within the last two years
(minimum requirements TOEFL: paper-based – 650; Internet-based – 95. IELTS:
6.5. Cambridge: Proficiency Certificate with Grade C or better). If, when
applying, you are still waiting for your English language proficiency
results, the University may issue a conditional letter of acceptance.
Deadlines
The deadline for applications for the accredited course is 20 May, 2013
The deadline for applications for the certificate course is 17 June, 2013
How to apply
Choose your preferred option:
-
Apply for this course as a Diplo Certificate Course using this Online
Application Form<http://archive1.diplomacy.edu/registration/Register.aspx?IDprogramme=dcf27ff4-81a7-425e-8b1e-90a00a264930>
;<http://archive1.diplomacy.edu/registration/Register.aspx?IDprogramme=490f3075-f740-410b-b39f-58c2d9122f90>
-
Apply for this course as a University of Malta Accredited Course using
the University of Malta application form
<http://www.diplomacy.edu/poolbin.asp?IDPool=1433>or writing to
admis...@diplomacy.edu for more information;
-
Take this course as part of the Master/PGD in Contemporary
Diplomacy<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/MAPGD>(request more
information from
admis...@diplomacy.edu).
<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/MAPGD>
For more information, please visit
http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-Adv-Infrastructure.
<http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/IGCBP-foundation>
Contact us at i...@diplomacy.edu (certificate course) or
admis...@diplomacy.edu (University of Malta accredited course and
Master/PGD).
--
SCHOMBE BAUDOUIN
Téléphone mobile:+243998983491
email : b.sc...@gmail.com
skype : b.schombe
blog : http://akimambo.unblog.fr
Site Web : www.ticafrica.net
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