Overview of the 2025 Scotland–Pakistan Scholarships for Young Women & Girls
What’s Covered
This scholarship supports Pakistani women pursuing higher education at HEC-recognized universities in Pakistan, providing:
- Tuition fees for eligible programs
- Hostel costs (where applicable)
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Travel support: two round trips per year between home and university for students residing in campus hostels
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Eligible Programs
You can apply for:
- Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) — 4-year degree
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Postgraduate (Master’s / MPhil) — up to 2 years
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Eligible Fields of Study
The scholarship covers:
- Education
- Sustainable Energy
- Food Security and Agriculture
- Health Sciences
- STEM (only for Master’s/MPhil level)
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Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be female Pakistani nationals residing in Pakistan
- Have a confirmed admission offer from an HEC-recognized Pakistani university in one of the eligible fields
- Note: Young women with disabilities, from rural areas, and/or minority groups are especially encouraged to apply
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How to Apply
- Bachelor’s track: Apply via the designated form linked on the British Council’s page (“Apply Now” to a Research.net form) https://www.britishcouncil.pk/scotland-pakistan-scholarships-young-women-and-girls
- Master’s/MPhil track: A similar Research.net application link is provided separately
- Detailed FAQs for both streams (Bachelor’s, Master’s, and general) are available for download on the page
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Summary Table
Aspect | Details |
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Target Group | Pakistani young women only |
Study Levels | 4-year Bachelor’s or up to 2-year Master’s/MPhil |
Fields Covered | Education, Sustainable Energy, Food Security & Agriculture, Health Sciences, (STEM for Master’s only) |
Support Offered | Tuition, hostel (if applicable), and biannual travel |
Eligibility | Pakistani national, residing in Pakistan, confirmed admission offer, special consideration for women from marginalized groups |
Application | Via Research.net form; download detailed FAQs from the site |
Why It Matters
This funding opportunity aims to expand access to higher education for young women, especially those in disadvantaged situations, and addresses systemic barriers to their academic advancement in Pakistan. The inclusion of travel and living support makes it more accessible to students from rural or underserved areas.
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