The Scotland Pakistan Scholarships for Young Women and Girls Program funds graduate studies for Pakistani women in any HEC-recognized university across Pakistan. Funded by the Scottish Government, these grants aim to make higher education more accessible to women, supporting them in achieving their potential and ambition.
The Scotland Pakistan Scholarships Scheme Scotland Pakistan Scholarship for Young Women and Girls Master’s levels fund a maximum two-year master’s/MPhil degree for Pakistani women in any HEC-recognized university across Pakistan.
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British Council will administer the scheme in Pakistan and coordinate with selected scholars and universities either directly or through nominated university focal persons.
The Award:
The Scotland Pakistan Scholarships for Young Women and Girls Scheme will facilitate award-holders with the following:
- Tuition fees for courses in eligible fields
- University hostel costs (where applicable)
- Travel to and from home to university two times a year for students staying in on-campus hostels
Subject Areas:
The scholarship will cover a two-year master’s/MPhil degree at an HEC-recognized Pakistani university in one of the following subject areas only:
- Education
- Sustainable Energy
- Food Security and Agriculture
- Health Sciences
- STEM
Eligibility Criteria:
- These scholarships are open to female applicants only.
- In addition, applicants must:
Be Pakistani nationals currently residing in Pakistan
Be pursuing a two-year master’s degree in the above-listed subject areas
Hold a confirmed admission offer from an HEC-recognized university in Pakistan.
Young women with disabilities, from rural areas and/or minority groups are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
Click here to apply
Deadline:
The last date to apply is 15th September 2023. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted or considered.
For further information or queries, please write to [email protected] or call toll free number 0800-22000
