Commonwealth Scholarships for Masters & PhD in 2023 for Pakistan students is a golden opportunity to study at top ranked university in UK. Every student dreams of studying at higher institutes. That is a free of cost scholarship for Pakistani students. Here we will detail discuss how to apply and what is it eligibility criteria.
What is the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission?
The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission is a fully funded scholarship open to students from Commonwealth countries. The scholarship covers all expenses related to UK study, including tuition fees, living expenses, travel costs, and books.
We use the abbreviation ‘CSC‘ in this article, which stands for ‘Commonwealth Scholarship Commission‘.
Introduction Of Commonwealth Scholarships for Masters & PhD in 2023:
- CSC offers UK government-supported scholarships for Master’s and PhD students to promote international development.
- Since 1960, CSC has assisted over 30,000 students in studying in the UK, acquiring skills, and building global networks for development.
- Applications for these scholarships are open on the CSC portal until October 17, 2023.
- There are 26 scholarships for Masters and 30 for PhD programs.
- It’s a chance to advance your education and contribute to global development.
Eligibility Criteria for Scholarships:
Nationality: You must be a Pakistani or AJ&K national and live permanently in Pakistan or AJ&K. Dual nationals can’t apply.
Education:
For Master’s Scholarship: You need a first division in your 16-year Bachelors or Master’s degree in the relevant field.
For PhD Scholarship: You need a first division in your 17/18-year Masters/MS/MPhil degree in the relevant field.
You can’t have a Second/Third division in your last degree, but applicants awaiting results can apply.
HAT Test: All applicants must provide an HAT test score. You need a minimum score of 60 out of 100 in the HAT test.
Merit: Your selection will mainly depend on your HAT test score.
More Points Of Eligibility Criteria:
Study Start Date: You must be ready to begin your studies in the UK by the start of the academic year in September 2024.
Second Master’s: Normally, CSC doesn’t fund a second UK Master’s degree. If you’re applying for a second one, explain why.
Financial Need: You should cannot afford to study in the UK without this scholarship.
Transcripts: You need to provide transcripts for all your higher education qualifications, including current ones, with certified translations if not in English.
References: You must have references from at least two people.
For Ph.D. Candidates:
Current Registration: they should not register you for a Ph.D. or an MPhil leading to a Ph.D. in a UK university or your home country before September/October 2024.
Supporting Statement: You need a supporting statement from a proposed supervisor in the UK from one institution you mention on your application.
Applying Procedure:
Step 1 (Commonwealth Online Application):
- Apply online using the CSC’s website.
- Use the online application system provided by CSC.
- There are separate links for Master’s and PhD applications.
- They must submit applications online before the closing date.
Step 2 (HEC Online Application):
- Apply online on the HEC website: https://scholarships.hec.gov.pk/#/auth/login
- Register and fill in your profile.
- After you finish filling out your profile, choose “Learning Opportunities Abroad.”
- After submission, print the application and sign it.
- The HEC online application portal closes on October 17, 2023, at 04:00 PM Pakistan Time.
- Update your HEC profile with the latest contact information.
- Submit your application early to prevent a last-minute rush.
Important Notes:
- You must submit both the Commonwealth Application form and the online HEC form. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
- Keep copies of your HEC and Commonwealth online applications for your records.
- Don’t send paper copies of your applications to HEC.
- HEC encourages equal opportunity, with a minimum of 45% female nominations.
- The HEC portal will close as per the deadline, and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
- HEC’s role is to facilitate the nomination process; the donor country makes the final selection.
- Providing false information can cause application cancellation and future department.
- Ensure you apply on both the Commonwealth and HEC portals before the October 17, 2023, deadline.
Conclusion:
The Commonwealth Scholarships offer fully funded opportunities for Pakistani students to study in the UK, supporting international development. Apply by October 17, 2023, meeting strict eligibility criteria. Submit applications on both Commonwealth and HEC portals to maximize chances.
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