ISLAMABAD: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has extended an invitation to Pakistani students, providing an opportunity for educational excellence through applications for the esteemed London Commonwealth Scholarship Programme.
This program offers Masters and PhD opportunities.The Commonwealth and Development Office in London generously funds this program. It represents a significant opportunity for ambitious scholars.
There are a total of 30,000 scholarships available, with 26 programs dedicated to Masters and 30 to PhD disciplines. Aspiring candidates should mark their calendars for the application deadline, which is October 17. To apply, candidates must submit their applications through both the HEC and Commonwealth Masters and PhD portals.
In a parallel effort to enhance educational opportunities, the Government of Switzerland, in collaboration with the HEC, has also introduced the Excellence Scholarship Programme for Pakistani students for the academic year 2024-25. This initiative includes various programs such as one-year post-Masters research, three-year post-Masters, PhD, and one-year Post-Doctoral Programmes (PDP).
Applicants for the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships should be aware that the deadline for submissions to the Swiss embassy is September 30. You can find comprehensive information on the official HEC website.
These scholarship opportunities highlight the commitment of both the Commonwealth and Switzerland to promote international educational cooperation and provide foreign scholars pursuing Masters or PhD degrees with the means to achieve their academic goals. The Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students will oversee the selection process for scholarship recipients.
