Fellowship Title : Scotland Pakistan Scholarships for Women and Girls
Expiry Date : 2026-08-31
Organization Name : British Council
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Fellowship Overview
The Scottish Government, in partnership with the British Council Pakistan, has announced applications for the Scotland Pakistan Scholarships for Young Women and Girls 2026. The scholarship aims to improve access to higher education for talented Pakistani women by covering the cost of university education in selected disciplines.
The programme supports women who face financial barriers to higher education and particularly encourages applications from women with disabilities, applicants from rural areas, and those belonging to minority communities.
What Does the Scholarship Cover?
Successful applicants will receive financial support for:
Full tuition fees
University hostel costs (where applicable)
Travel expenses between home and university twice a year for students residing in university hostels.
Eligible Degree Programmes
The scholarship is available for:
Four-year Bachelor's degree programmes
Master's/MPhil programmes (up to two years)
Applicants must be enrolled in an HEC-recognised university in Pakistan.
Eligible Subject Areas
Scholarships are available for students pursuing degrees in:
Education
Sustainable Energy
Food Security and Agriculture
Health Sciences
Climate
STEM (Master's/MPhil applicants only)
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Be female.
Be a Pakistani national currently residing in Pakistan.
Have a confirmed admission offer from an HEC-recognised university.
Be enrolled (or planning to enrol) in an eligible Bachelor's or Master's programme in one of the approved subject areas.
Women with disabilities, applicants from rural areas, and members of minority communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Applications are submitted online through the British Council Pakistan.
Before applying, applicants should:
Secure admission in an eligible programme at an HEC-recognised university.
