Applications for the HEC Commonwealth Scholarship 2025 are now open for students from Commonwealth countries, including Pakistan, looking to pursue MS and PhD degrees in the United Kingdom.
This prestigious, fully funded scholarship is backed by the UK Department for International Development (DFID), offering talented students an opportunity to study abroad without the burden of financial costs. The scholarship provides a one-year Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship and a three-year PhD Scholarship, covering a wide range of academic fields. With all expenses covered, recipients can focus entirely on achieving their academic ambitions in the UK.
Key Details of the HEC Commonwealth Scholarship 2025
Program Type: Fully Funded Scholarship
Provided By: UK Department for International Development (DFID)
Eligibility: Commonwealth Countries
Host Country: United Kingdom
Degree Levels: Master's, PhD
Available Programs under the HEC Commonwealth Scholarship 2025
- Science and technology for development
- Strengthening global peace, security, and governance
- Strengthening resilience and response to crises
- Access, inclusion, and opportunity
- Strengthening health systems and capacity
- Promoting global prosperity
Application Guidelines for HEC Commonwealth Scholarship 2025
1. Applications must be submitted through HEC: Direct applications to Commonwealth UK will not be accepted.
2. Encouragement for female candidates: HEC strongly promotes equal opportunities and encourages women to apply.
3. Selection process: HEC may conduct tests, interviews, or both to shortlist candidates.
4. False information consequences: Providing false information at any stage can lead to disqualification, scholarship bans, and penalties from HEC.
5. Deadline: Applicants must complete both the HEC and EAS online applications by October 15, 2024. Late applications will not be considered.
Scholarship Benefits
- Thesis grant: Assistance with thesis or dissertation preparation.
- Study travel grant: Coverage for travel expenses related to academic studies, within the UK or overseas.
- Paid mid-term visit: A return airfare to your home country unless claiming spouse/child allowances or airfare for fieldwork.
- Round-trip airfare: Coverage from your home country to the UK and back upon program completion.
- Tuition fees: Full coverage of approved tuition costs.
- Living allowance: Monthly stipend of £1,378 (or £1,690 for those in the London metropolitan area).
- Warm clothing allowance: If applicable.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a Pakistani or AJ&K national and permanent resident.
- Age limits: Under 30 for Master's programs and under 35 for PhD programs.
- Start your UK studies in September/October 2025.
- For a Master's degree, applicants must have a first-class graduate degree (16 years of education: MSC/MA/MBA/BS/BBA) in a relevant field.
- For a PhD, candidates should hold a first-class postgraduate degree (17/18 years: MS/MPhil) in a relevant field.
- Must not be registered for a PhD, MPhil, or Master's in the UK before September/October 2025.
- Should not have studied at the same level in the UK previously.
- Financial need: Applicants should not be able to afford UK studies without this scholarship.
How to Apply for the HEC Commonwealth Scholarship 2025
Step 1: Apply via Commonwealth Online Application
Complete the online application through the Commonwealth Electronic Application System (EAS).
Step 2: Apply via HEC Online Application
Register and apply online at the HEC website.
Steps:
1. Fill out your profile.
2. Select "Learning Opportunities Abroad" under the "Scholarship and Grant" menu.
3. Submit your application and print a signed copy.
Note: You cannot apply without going through HEC.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: October 15, 2024.
Make sure to check the official advertisement and update your HEC e-portal profile with your current contact information before applying. For further details, visit the official HEC website.
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