Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Overseas Scholarships for MS/MPhil leading to PhD in Selected Fields, Phase-2 Batch4
Applications are invited from outstanding Pakistani/AJK nationals for the award of scholarships for higher studies leading to PhD. The scholarships will be awarded for Fall 2009 or Spring 2010 session in HEC identified world top ranked discipline wise Universities of the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, Singapore etc.
Scholarship-Faculty Development Program
Department of Robotics & Artificial Intelligence, NUST offers 8 scholarships for MS Leading to PhD / PhD for a period of three years. The selected candidates will form part of the faculty of the above department in successful completion of the studies.
HEC Post Doctoral Fellowships
The HEC is taking a holistic approach to the development of the higher education sector in Pakistan. Pakistan with a population of 140 million has one of the lowest tertiary education enrolment rates in the world, estimated 2.6% in 2000- Even compared to other countries in the South Asia region such, as Bangladesh with 5% tertiary enrolment, Pakistan stands out as having a strikingly low level of participation. The country has 117 university-level institutions: 51 public universities and 9 degree awarding institutes, and in private sector 39 universities, 18 degree awards institutes. The public institutions have poorly trained, generally low-quality faculty and poor academic facilities (i.e. weak computer, laboratory, - and library infrastructure.). Post-doctoral research and training facilities are occasionally offered under a number of different foreign assistance programs. Research within the universities is infrequent and of generally poor quality, as measured by international publications and research expenditure. The faculty have little opportunity or incentive for enhancing their knowledge base, conducting research, or improving their overall competence and performance.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Brunei Darussalam Government Scholarships to Foreign Students for the Academic Session 2009/2010
With His Majesty’s consent, the Government of Brunei Darussalam is offering annual scholarships under a special scholarship award scheme, commencing in 2009-10 academic session. Under this program following courses are being offered in various universities of Brunei Darussalam.
Introduction
With His Majesty’s consent, the Government of Brunei Darussalam is offering annual scholarships under a special scholarship award scheme, commencing in 2009-10 academic session. Under this program following courses are being offered in various universities of Brunei Darussalam:
• Bachelor Degree (Honors)
• Master Degree
• HND (Higher National Diploma)
• DN (Diploma in Nursing)
Objectives
The aim of the scholarship award is to provide students, with the opportunity to stay at University Brunei Darussalam [UBD], University Islam Sultan Sharif Ali [UNISSA], Institute of Technology Brunei [ITB] and Pengiron Anak Puteri Rashidah Sa’adatul Balkiah College of Nursing [PAPRSBCN].
Eligibility Criteria
Applicant must be citizens of ASEAN, OIC, Commonwealth member countries and others and must be between the age of 18-25 ate the commencement of the academic session for which they are applying for admission. However, under exceptional case, the age limit requirement may be waived for candidates who are applying for Master programs at UBD.
Minimum Entry Qualification
Applicants for admission to first degree programs must satisfy the following minimum entry requirements: At least Credit Passes in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects, and at least three Advanced Level passes all at grade C or better or equivalent qualifications relevant to the degree program applied for (obtained within the last two years). For English Medium programs, at least a credit 6 in English Language at GCE Ordinary Level examination or the equivalent (e.g. a score of 550 and above in the TOEFL examination or an average score of 6.5 and above in the British Council IELTS obtained within the last two years.
For Malay-Medium programmer, at least a credit 6 in Malay Language at GCE Ordinary Level examination or an equivalent qualification in Malay Language recognized by the University Senate. For Bilingual programmers, at least a credit 6 in Malay Language and at least a pass in English Language at GCE Ordinary Level examination or the equivalent recognized by the University Senate. Applicants for the Master's degree programmer must hold a Bachelor's Degree (normally at least Second Class Honors) in the relevant discipline, where applicable, from a recognized institution or any equivalent qualification accepted by the University Senate and for English Medium programmers at least a Credit 6 in English Language at GCE Ordinary Level examination or the equivalent (e.g. a score of 550 and above in the TOEFL examination or an average score 6.5 and above in the British Council l.E.L.T.S. obtained within the last two years).
For Admission to UNISSA
Applicants for admission to first degree programmer must satisfy the following minimum entry requirements:-For Arabic-Medium degree programmer must have obtained the High School Certificate of Religious Education or its equivalent with an average grade of 'jayyid jiddan (very good)'.For English-Medium degree programmer must have obtained 3 GCE 'A' level passes in English medium subjects at grade C or better (obtained within the last two years); and at least a credit 6 in English Language at GCE Ordinary Level or grade C in IGCSE English (as a First Language) or an IELTS an average score of 6.5 or TOEFL minimum overall score of 550.For a degree programmer which has a major or a minor component in English-Medium, must have obtained GCE '0' level passes in Mathematics. The University may require applicants applying for admission to Arabic-Medium degree programmer to sit and pass an Arabic Language Test. Applicants may be required to sit and pass a University Entrance Test.5.2.2 Applicants for the Master's degree programmer must hold a Bachelor's Degree (normally at least Second Class Honors) or 'jayyid' in the relevant discipline. Evidence of adequate training and ability to undertake the programmer must also be submitted. The University may require applicants to sit and pass an Arabic Language Test. The programmers can be undertaken either by research or coursework and dissertation. The Masters programmed by coursework and dissertation will only be offered if there are at least five (5) candidates registered for each of the programmes.5.2.3 Applicants for PhD programmers is normally a relevant Master's degree or its equivalent from institutions recognized by the University. Evidence of adequate training and ability to undertake the programmed must also be submitted.
For admissions to ITB
At least Credit Passes in four GCE Ordinary Level subjects which must include Mathematics and one GCE Advanced Level (obtained within the last two years) or its equivalent relevant to the programmer applied for;ORa BTEC National Diploma or its equivalent in subjects relevant to the programmer applied for; and applicants must obtain at least a Credit Pass in English Language at GCE Ordinary Level examination or an average score of 6.0 and above in the British Council I.E.L.T.S. obtained within the last two years.
For admissions to PAPRSBCN
At least Credit Passes in five GCE Ordinary level obtained within the last two years. These should include: English or IELTS with an average score of 6.5MathematicsTwo of the following subjects namely Biology, Physics or Chemistry. Another English subject OR other qualifications which are deemed to be equivalent by the College.
Terms & Conditions
• The scholarship may not be held concurrently with any other award without the prior approval of the Government of Brunei Darussalam and the awarding body;
• The scholar may not undertake paid employment during the award or serve in the staff of their country’s representative in Brunei Darussalam;
• The Government of Brunei Darussalam will not be responsible for securing employment for the scholar after graduation;
• An applicant may be required to appear for an interview at such place(s) as may be determined by the institutions offering the programmers, and to sit a written examination to asses his / her proficiency in the English Language / Malay language / Arabic Language (where applicable);
• To abide with the rules and regulations of each individual institution;
• Successful applicants are required to undergo medical examination in Brunei Darussalam;
• The Government of Brunei Darussalam reserves the right to terminate the scholarship as recommended by the institutions as they found it deemed to be justifiable;
• Upon completion of the course, graduates are required to return to their home country with immediate effect;
• Successful applicants are recommended / advised to acquire travel and health insurance cover (24 hours cover) at their own expense for the whole duration of their stay here in Brunei Darussalam;
• Successful applicants should get a security clearance from their National Security Agency / Police (clear from civil and criminal record);
• Successful applicants are responsible to deposit an amount of money as determined and required by the immigration Department of Brunei Darussalam before a student pass can be issued upon reporting for enrolment at the offering institution.
Health
• Successful applicants are required to submit a Certificate of Medical Fitness from a registered medical practitioner to the Scholarships Section at the address given in paragraph 9. An award will only be confirmed / granted upon producing certificate of medical fitness. All charges for medical expenses to be borne by the applicant concerned.
How to Apply
Sending Application Package
Click here to Download “Brunei Darussalam Govt. Scholarship to Foreign Student” Application Form
1. Print the application forms available on the above referred link.
2. Fill the Application forms very neatly, using the capital letters.
3. Attached Rs.300/- Bank Draft / Pay Order drawn in favor of D.G Finance HEC, (Non Refundable), as application processing fee.
4. Kindly note that HEC is the authorized agency who would send nomination from Pakistan, hence you should not send application directly to Brunei. Last Date for receipt of application in HEC is 10 February, 2009. Late received applications will NOT be entertained.
5. Send completely filled application form, with no documents missing, to the address given below:
Rezwana Siddiqui
Project Director (FFSP / BRUNEI)
Higher Education Commission
H-9, Islamabad
Introduction
With His Majesty’s consent, the Government of Brunei Darussalam is offering annual scholarships under a special scholarship award scheme, commencing in 2009-10 academic session. Under this program following courses are being offered in various universities of Brunei Darussalam:
• Bachelor Degree (Honors)
• Master Degree
• HND (Higher National Diploma)
• DN (Diploma in Nursing)
Objectives
The aim of the scholarship award is to provide students, with the opportunity to stay at University Brunei Darussalam [UBD], University Islam Sultan Sharif Ali [UNISSA], Institute of Technology Brunei [ITB] and Pengiron Anak Puteri Rashidah Sa’adatul Balkiah College of Nursing [PAPRSBCN].
Eligibility Criteria
Applicant must be citizens of ASEAN, OIC, Commonwealth member countries and others and must be between the age of 18-25 ate the commencement of the academic session for which they are applying for admission. However, under exceptional case, the age limit requirement may be waived for candidates who are applying for Master programs at UBD.
Minimum Entry Qualification
Applicants for admission to first degree programs must satisfy the following minimum entry requirements: At least Credit Passes in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects, and at least three Advanced Level passes all at grade C or better or equivalent qualifications relevant to the degree program applied for (obtained within the last two years). For English Medium programs, at least a credit 6 in English Language at GCE Ordinary Level examination or the equivalent (e.g. a score of 550 and above in the TOEFL examination or an average score of 6.5 and above in the British Council IELTS obtained within the last two years.
For Malay-Medium programmer, at least a credit 6 in Malay Language at GCE Ordinary Level examination or an equivalent qualification in Malay Language recognized by the University Senate. For Bilingual programmers, at least a credit 6 in Malay Language and at least a pass in English Language at GCE Ordinary Level examination or the equivalent recognized by the University Senate. Applicants for the Master's degree programmer must hold a Bachelor's Degree (normally at least Second Class Honors) in the relevant discipline, where applicable, from a recognized institution or any equivalent qualification accepted by the University Senate and for English Medium programmers at least a Credit 6 in English Language at GCE Ordinary Level examination or the equivalent (e.g. a score of 550 and above in the TOEFL examination or an average score 6.5 and above in the British Council l.E.L.T.S. obtained within the last two years).
For Admission to UNISSA
Applicants for admission to first degree programmer must satisfy the following minimum entry requirements:-For Arabic-Medium degree programmer must have obtained the High School Certificate of Religious Education or its equivalent with an average grade of 'jayyid jiddan (very good)'.For English-Medium degree programmer must have obtained 3 GCE 'A' level passes in English medium subjects at grade C or better (obtained within the last two years); and at least a credit 6 in English Language at GCE Ordinary Level or grade C in IGCSE English (as a First Language) or an IELTS an average score of 6.5 or TOEFL minimum overall score of 550.For a degree programmer which has a major or a minor component in English-Medium, must have obtained GCE '0' level passes in Mathematics. The University may require applicants applying for admission to Arabic-Medium degree programmer to sit and pass an Arabic Language Test. Applicants may be required to sit and pass a University Entrance Test.5.2.2 Applicants for the Master's degree programmer must hold a Bachelor's Degree (normally at least Second Class Honors) or 'jayyid' in the relevant discipline. Evidence of adequate training and ability to undertake the programmer must also be submitted. The University may require applicants to sit and pass an Arabic Language Test. The programmers can be undertaken either by research or coursework and dissertation. The Masters programmed by coursework and dissertation will only be offered if there are at least five (5) candidates registered for each of the programmes.5.2.3 Applicants for PhD programmers is normally a relevant Master's degree or its equivalent from institutions recognized by the University. Evidence of adequate training and ability to undertake the programmed must also be submitted.
For admissions to ITB
At least Credit Passes in four GCE Ordinary Level subjects which must include Mathematics and one GCE Advanced Level (obtained within the last two years) or its equivalent relevant to the programmer applied for;ORa BTEC National Diploma or its equivalent in subjects relevant to the programmer applied for; and applicants must obtain at least a Credit Pass in English Language at GCE Ordinary Level examination or an average score of 6.0 and above in the British Council I.E.L.T.S. obtained within the last two years.
For admissions to PAPRSBCN
At least Credit Passes in five GCE Ordinary level obtained within the last two years. These should include: English or IELTS with an average score of 6.5MathematicsTwo of the following subjects namely Biology, Physics or Chemistry. Another English subject OR other qualifications which are deemed to be equivalent by the College.
Terms & Conditions
• The scholarship may not be held concurrently with any other award without the prior approval of the Government of Brunei Darussalam and the awarding body;
• The scholar may not undertake paid employment during the award or serve in the staff of their country’s representative in Brunei Darussalam;
• The Government of Brunei Darussalam will not be responsible for securing employment for the scholar after graduation;
• An applicant may be required to appear for an interview at such place(s) as may be determined by the institutions offering the programmers, and to sit a written examination to asses his / her proficiency in the English Language / Malay language / Arabic Language (where applicable);
• To abide with the rules and regulations of each individual institution;
• Successful applicants are required to undergo medical examination in Brunei Darussalam;
• The Government of Brunei Darussalam reserves the right to terminate the scholarship as recommended by the institutions as they found it deemed to be justifiable;
• Upon completion of the course, graduates are required to return to their home country with immediate effect;
• Successful applicants are recommended / advised to acquire travel and health insurance cover (24 hours cover) at their own expense for the whole duration of their stay here in Brunei Darussalam;
• Successful applicants should get a security clearance from their National Security Agency / Police (clear from civil and criminal record);
• Successful applicants are responsible to deposit an amount of money as determined and required by the immigration Department of Brunei Darussalam before a student pass can be issued upon reporting for enrolment at the offering institution.
Health
• Successful applicants are required to submit a Certificate of Medical Fitness from a registered medical practitioner to the Scholarships Section at the address given in paragraph 9. An award will only be confirmed / granted upon producing certificate of medical fitness. All charges for medical expenses to be borne by the applicant concerned.
How to Apply
Sending Application Package
Click here to Download “Brunei Darussalam Govt. Scholarship to Foreign Student” Application Form
1. Print the application forms available on the above referred link.
2. Fill the Application forms very neatly, using the capital letters.
3. Attached Rs.300/- Bank Draft / Pay Order drawn in favor of D.G Finance HEC, (Non Refundable), as application processing fee.
4. Kindly note that HEC is the authorized agency who would send nomination from Pakistan, hence you should not send application directly to Brunei. Last Date for receipt of application in HEC is 10 February, 2009. Late received applications will NOT be entertained.
5. Send completely filled application form, with no documents missing, to the address given below:
Rezwana Siddiqui
Project Director (FFSP / BRUNEI)
Higher Education Commission
H-9, Islamabad
PhD Foreign Scholarships
Applications under Higher Education Commission Funded project are invited from candidates possessing medical or health professional qualifications after 16 years of education, duly recognized by relevant statutory regulatory bodies of the country i.e. Pakistan Medical & Dental Council / Pakistan Nursing Council and Higher Education Commission in the following disciplines for the grant of scholarships for pursuing higher studies leading to the award of PhD degree in the HEC identified world top ranked discipline wise Universities.
Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Physiotherapy, Nursing, Public Health, Vision Sciences and Medical Education
After completion of their respective PhD degrees, the selectees shall be required to serve on the faculty of Khyber Medical University, Peshawar for at least Five (05) years.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Pakistani / AJK nationals only
2. Maximum two 2nd Divisions throughout the academic career
3. No 3rd division (less than 50% marks) or D-Grade in academic career.
4. Maximum age on the closing date of submission of application:-
1. 40-years for full time faculty members of public sector Universities / Colleges and R&D Organization.
2. 35-years for all others.
5. Should have minimum cumulative 50% academic marks as per HEC Academic Evaluation Formula (HEC-AEF).
6. Candidates who are availing any other HEC Scholarship are not eligible to apply.
7. The selected applicant will have to secure admission into PhD program or mater’s leading to a PhD in the specified disciplines in the HEC identified world top ranked discipline wiseuniversities. The list of these universities & disciplines is available at HEC website (www.hec.edu.pk/ossphase2batch4).
Selection Criteria:
The selection of the candidates for PhD will be through open national competition by merit established through HEC AEF (Academic Evaluation Formula) for faculty members and other candidates.The applicants fulfilling the criteria will be required to appear before a selection committee of Khyber Medical University. Job will be offered to the successful candidates by the University.
Application Procedure:
1. Application form may be downloaded from the university website i.e. www.kmu.edu.pk
2. Last date for submission of the application is 11th July, 2009.
Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Physiotherapy, Nursing, Public Health, Vision Sciences and Medical Education
After completion of their respective PhD degrees, the selectees shall be required to serve on the faculty of Khyber Medical University, Peshawar for at least Five (05) years.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Pakistani / AJK nationals only
2. Maximum two 2nd Divisions throughout the academic career
3. No 3rd division (less than 50% marks) or D-Grade in academic career.
4. Maximum age on the closing date of submission of application:-
1. 40-years for full time faculty members of public sector Universities / Colleges and R&D Organization.
2. 35-years for all others.
5. Should have minimum cumulative 50% academic marks as per HEC Academic Evaluation Formula (HEC-AEF).
6. Candidates who are availing any other HEC Scholarship are not eligible to apply.
7. The selected applicant will have to secure admission into PhD program or mater’s leading to a PhD in the specified disciplines in the HEC identified world top ranked discipline wiseuniversities. The list of these universities & disciplines is available at HEC website (www.hec.edu.pk/ossphase2batch4).
Selection Criteria:
The selection of the candidates for PhD will be through open national competition by merit established through HEC AEF (Academic Evaluation Formula) for faculty members and other candidates.The applicants fulfilling the criteria will be required to appear before a selection committee of Khyber Medical University. Job will be offered to the successful candidates by the University.
Application Procedure:
1. Application form may be downloaded from the university website i.e. www.kmu.edu.pk
2. Last date for submission of the application is 11th July, 2009.
Scholarships for Higher Studies Abroad: Phase II
Fatima Jinnah Women University (FJWU), Rawalpindi, provides unique opportunity to enterprising young women of Pakistan for academic growth and professional development. Under Phase I of its Human Resource Development (HRD) Program, FJWU has already awarded a number of overseas scholarships for Ph.D. studies to highly competitive women round Pakistan. The Phase II of University’s HRD Program also provides equal opportunity to compete for overseas doctoral degree studies scholarships. However, the awardees of scholarships from other sources, Higher Education Commission (HEC), for example, are not eligible to apply. The Phase II awards are offered in the following disciplines.
• Behavioral Sciences
• Education
• Business Administration/Public Administration
• Mathematical Sciences
• Communication Sciences
• Gender Studies
• Computer Sciences
• Islamic Studies
Eligibility Criteria:
Pakistani/AJK nationals (females only);
Degree level qualification from a recognized university with minimum sixteen years of education (4 year Bachelor’s, two year Master’s and higher, all three categories are eligible);
No more than two 2nd divisions, and NO 3rd division and/or D grade in the academic record;
Admission offer letter from a HEC recognized overseas university;
GRE/GAT (general) valid test certificate or proof of enrollment (a special GRE/GAT test will take place at FJWU on July 26, 2009, from 9:00-12:15 hrs. Candidates interested to avail this opportunity are required to enroll by July 15, 2009, at the latest. The information regarding the enrollment procedure can be accessed on
http://www.nts.org.pk/NTSWeb/FJWU26July2009/FJWU.htm
Age not exceeding 40 years on July 15, 2009. This concession is only permissible for permanently employed teachers and researchers in public sector universities/degree level colleges and R&D organizations respectively. The upper age limit for all other qualifying candidates is 35 years.
Application Procedure:
The application forms, @ Rs.600 each, should be obtained from the main branches of First Women Bank Ltd (FWBL) in Peshawar, Karachi, Multan, Lahore, Rawalpindi and Islamabad. The application form complete in all respects must be submitted also to the main branches of FWBL in all these cities by July 15, 2009, at the latest. A candidate employed in the public sector must attach with the application form No Objection Certificate (NOC) duly issued by her parent organization. Incomplete applications and/or applications without GRE/GAT (general)valid test certificate/proof of enrollment will not be entertained.
Conditions for Final Award:
• Selected candidates will be required to appear before FJWU Selection Board for induction as permanent faculty members;
• Selected candidates, if recommended for permanent induction, will be required to join FJWU within four weeks of the formal offer of appointment;
• The offer of permanent appoint will remain valid only if the HRD scholarship is availed within the stipulated time limit;
• The award covers overseas tuition fee, onetime round single person travel as well as single person maintenance cost for a stipulated duration of doctoral studies. Therefore, before proceeding for overseas studies, all awardees will be required to sign a 5 year service bond with FJWU after the successful completion of doctoral degree. Defaulters and unsuccessful awardees will be liable for full cost recovery under the terms and conditions of the service bond.
N.B. University reserves the right to shortlist the candidates in accordance with a standardized and uniform criteria and/or cancel the scheme without providing any cause/justification.
Registrar
Fatima Jinnah Women University
Rawalpindi.
Tel. 051- 9271170
University website: http://www.fjwu.edu.pk
• Behavioral Sciences
• Education
• Business Administration/Public Administration
• Mathematical Sciences
• Communication Sciences
• Gender Studies
• Computer Sciences
• Islamic Studies
Eligibility Criteria:
Pakistani/AJK nationals (females only);
Degree level qualification from a recognized university with minimum sixteen years of education (4 year Bachelor’s, two year Master’s and higher, all three categories are eligible);
No more than two 2nd divisions, and NO 3rd division and/or D grade in the academic record;
Admission offer letter from a HEC recognized overseas university;
GRE/GAT (general) valid test certificate or proof of enrollment (a special GRE/GAT test will take place at FJWU on July 26, 2009, from 9:00-12:15 hrs. Candidates interested to avail this opportunity are required to enroll by July 15, 2009, at the latest. The information regarding the enrollment procedure can be accessed on
http://www.nts.org.pk/NTSWeb/FJWU26July2009/FJWU.htm
Age not exceeding 40 years on July 15, 2009. This concession is only permissible for permanently employed teachers and researchers in public sector universities/degree level colleges and R&D organizations respectively. The upper age limit for all other qualifying candidates is 35 years.
Application Procedure:
The application forms, @ Rs.600 each, should be obtained from the main branches of First Women Bank Ltd (FWBL) in Peshawar, Karachi, Multan, Lahore, Rawalpindi and Islamabad. The application form complete in all respects must be submitted also to the main branches of FWBL in all these cities by July 15, 2009, at the latest. A candidate employed in the public sector must attach with the application form No Objection Certificate (NOC) duly issued by her parent organization. Incomplete applications and/or applications without GRE/GAT (general)valid test certificate/proof of enrollment will not be entertained.
Conditions for Final Award:
• Selected candidates will be required to appear before FJWU Selection Board for induction as permanent faculty members;
• Selected candidates, if recommended for permanent induction, will be required to join FJWU within four weeks of the formal offer of appointment;
• The offer of permanent appoint will remain valid only if the HRD scholarship is availed within the stipulated time limit;
• The award covers overseas tuition fee, onetime round single person travel as well as single person maintenance cost for a stipulated duration of doctoral studies. Therefore, before proceeding for overseas studies, all awardees will be required to sign a 5 year service bond with FJWU after the successful completion of doctoral degree. Defaulters and unsuccessful awardees will be liable for full cost recovery under the terms and conditions of the service bond.
N.B. University reserves the right to shortlist the candidates in accordance with a standardized and uniform criteria and/or cancel the scheme without providing any cause/justification.
Registrar
Fatima Jinnah Women University
Rawalpindi.
Tel. 051- 9271170
University website: http://www.fjwu.edu.pk
MS & PhD Foreign Scholarships
Applications under Higher Education Commission funded project are invited from candidates possessing medical, dental or health professional qualifications duly recognized by Pakistan Medical & Dental Council and / or Higher Education Commission of Pakistan in the following disciplines for the grant of scholarships for pursuing higher studies leading the award of MS or PhD degree in HEC identified world top ranked universities.
Friday, October 2, 2009
HEC Post Doctoral Fellowships
The HEC is taking a holistic approach to the development of the higher education sector in Pakistan. Pakistan with a population of 140 million has one of the lowest tertiary education enrolment rates in the world, estimated 2.6% in 2000- Even compared to other countries in the South Asia region such, as Bangladesh with 5% tertiary enrolment, Pakistan stands out as having a strikingly low level of participation. The country has 117 university-level institutions: 51 public universities and 9 degree awarding institutes, and in private sector 39 universities, 18 degree awarding institutes. The public institutions have poorly trained, generally low-quality faculty and poor academic facilities (i.e. weak computer, laboratory, - and library infrastructure.). Post-doctoral research and training facilities are occasionally offered under a number of different foreign assistance program. Research within the universities is infrequent and of generally poor quality, as measured by international publications and research expenditure. The faculty have little opportunity or incentive for enhancing their knowledge base, conducting research, or improving their overall competence and performance.
British Chevening Fellowship 2010
British High Commission is pleased to announce five new courses for the Chevening Fellowship 2010. Last date for applying is 10th August 2009. Hurry Up!
Education Rhodes Scholarship for the year 2010
Applications are invited from Pakistani citizens (Men & Women) for one scholarship to be awarded under the terms of the Rhodes Trust.
Student Academic Scholarships
In addition to the other competitions sponsored by TMS, student members have the opportunity to apply for a number of scholarships. Except for the International Symposium on Superalloys Scholarship, all TMS academic scholarships are available only to sophomore and junior undergraduate applicants. Additional competition opportunities can be found on the View Material Advantage web site.
Scholarship Details
J. Keith Brimacombe Presidential Scholarship
Funding By: TMS Foundation
One $5,000 cash award scholarship is made to an undergraduate student majoring in metallurgical engineering, materials science and engineering, or minerals processing/extraction programs. In addition, a travel stipend of $1,000 is available for the recipient to attend the TMS Annual Meeting, to formally receive the scholarship.
Light Metals Division Scholarship
Funding By: TMS Light Metals Division
Three $4,000 scholarships are available to full-time undergraduate applicants in their sophomore or junior years, who are majoring in metallurgical and/or materials science and engineering with an emphasis on both traditional (aluminum, magnesium, beryllium, titanium, lithium and other reactive metals) and emerging (composites, laminates, etc.) light metals. Additionally, recipients may select up to $300 worth of Light Metals Division-sponsored conference proceedings or textbooks to be donated in the recipient’s name to his/her college or university library. Each recipient may also choose up to $400 worth of books for his/her personal use. As the awards are presented during the Light Metals Division luncheon at the TMS Annual Meeting and Exhibition, up to $600 for travel expenses is available to each recipient. Scholarship recipients are known as LMD Scholars.
Materials Processing & Manufacturing Division Scholarship
Funding By: TMS Materials Processing & Manufacturing Division
Two $2,500 scholarships are awarded to undergraduate students in their sophomore or junior years, who are majoring in metallurgical and/or materials science and engineering with an emphasis on manufacturing from product design to production, integrating process control technology into manufacturing, and basic and applied research into key materials technologies that impact manufacturing processes. Additionally, each recipient receives up to $500 for travel expenses to attend the meeting to accept the award. Recipients are known as MPMD Scholars.
Structural Materials Division Scholarship
Funding By: TMS Structural Materials Division
Two $2,500 scholarships are available to full-time undergraduate applicants in their sophomore or junior years, who are majoring in metallurgical and/or materials science and engineering with an emphasis on the science and engineering of load-bearing materials, including studies into the nature of a material’s physical properties based upon its microstructure and operating environment. Awards are presented at the TMS Annual Meeting and Exhibition, and up to $500 is available for each recipient’s travel expenses. Scholarship recipients are known as SMD Scholars.
Extraction & Processing Division Scholarship
Funding By: TMS Extraction & Processing Division
Four $2,000 scholarships are available to full-time undergraduate applicants in their sophomore or junior years, who are majoring in the extraction and processing of minerals, metals and materials. Each scholarship recipient is also given the opportunity to select up to five Extraction & Processing Division-sponsored conference proceedings or textbooks to be donated in the recipient’s name to his/her college or university library. Awards are presented during the Extraction & Processing Division luncheon at the TMS Annual Meeting and Exhibition. Up to $500 for travel expenses is available to each recipient in order to accept the award at the luncheon. Scholarship recipients are known as EPD Scholars.
Electronic, Magnetic & Photonic Materials Division Gilbert Chin Scholarship
Funding By: TMS Electronic, Magnetic & Photonic Materials Division
One $2,000 scholarship is available to an undergraduate students in their sophomore and junior years, who are studying subjects in relation to synthesis and processing, structure, properties, and performance of electronic, photonic, magnetic, and superconducting materials as well as materials used in packaging, and interconnecting such materials in device structures. An additional $500 for travel expenses is available to the recipient in order to personally accept the award at the TMS Annual Meeting and Exhibition. The scholarship recipient is known as the EMPMD Gilbert Chin Scholar.
International Symposium on Superalloys Scholarship
Funding By: Organizing Committee of the International Symposium on Superalloys
Two $2,000 scholarships with up to $500 in travel reimbursements are available to undergraduate and graduate students majoring in metallurgical and/or materials science and engineering with an emphasis on all aspects of the high-temperature, high-performance materials used in the gas turbine industry and all other applications. Awards are presented in conjunction with the Materials Science and Technology Conference. This scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students.
Eligibility and Judging Requirements
1. The applicant must be a student member of TMS.
2. Applicants must be undergraduate sophomores or junior unless otherwise noted.
3. Applicants must be enrolled full time in a metallurgical/materials science engineering program at a qualified college or university.
4. Relatives of members of the TMS Student Affairs Committee or of the funding committee/division are not eligible.
5. Submitted coursework must be relevant to the scholarship for which the student is applying.
Judging Criteria
Scholarship recipients are chosen by specially appointed selection committees of the TMS Student Affairs Committee. The following judging criteria are employed:
• Relevance of Coursework/Experience to division's focus
• Scholarship Application
• Academic Achievement
• Activities in and out of School, Including Work Experience
• Leadership
• Personal Profile Statement
• Letters of Recommendation
How to Enter
Submission Deadline: The submission deadline is March 15th of each year.
• Applicants must submit their typed information on the Scholarship Application Form. Applications are only accepted via mail.
o Comprehensive Application Brochure with background and all forms
o Scholarship Application Form Only
o Scholarship Recommendation Form Only
• Applications for TMS scholarships are to be made by the students themselves.
• Photocopies of the official Scholarship Forms may be reproduced locally.
• In addition to information requested on the Scholarship Form, applicants must attach an individual statement of 200 words or less, typed, double-spaced, describing career plans, reports on special projects, leadership roles, work experience, and community involvement. This is an opportunity for the applicant to convey specific career plans relating to a particular area of interest.
• Evidence of academic achievement (including rank in class) is an important factor; therefore, a transcript or facsimile of recent academic record and current GPA is required.
• Applications should include three official Recommendation Forms from educators or employers.
• Applicants may apply for up to two scholarship programs. This must be indicated at the bottom of the Scholarship Application Form.
For More Information...
TMS Student Awards Program
184 Thorn Hill Road
Warrendale, PA 15086 USA
Telephone (724) 776-9000
Fax (724) 776-3770
E-mail students@tms.org
Scholarship Details
J. Keith Brimacombe Presidential Scholarship
Funding By: TMS Foundation
One $5,000 cash award scholarship is made to an undergraduate student majoring in metallurgical engineering, materials science and engineering, or minerals processing/extraction programs. In addition, a travel stipend of $1,000 is available for the recipient to attend the TMS Annual Meeting, to formally receive the scholarship.
Light Metals Division Scholarship
Funding By: TMS Light Metals Division
Three $4,000 scholarships are available to full-time undergraduate applicants in their sophomore or junior years, who are majoring in metallurgical and/or materials science and engineering with an emphasis on both traditional (aluminum, magnesium, beryllium, titanium, lithium and other reactive metals) and emerging (composites, laminates, etc.) light metals. Additionally, recipients may select up to $300 worth of Light Metals Division-sponsored conference proceedings or textbooks to be donated in the recipient’s name to his/her college or university library. Each recipient may also choose up to $400 worth of books for his/her personal use. As the awards are presented during the Light Metals Division luncheon at the TMS Annual Meeting and Exhibition, up to $600 for travel expenses is available to each recipient. Scholarship recipients are known as LMD Scholars.
Materials Processing & Manufacturing Division Scholarship
Funding By: TMS Materials Processing & Manufacturing Division
Two $2,500 scholarships are awarded to undergraduate students in their sophomore or junior years, who are majoring in metallurgical and/or materials science and engineering with an emphasis on manufacturing from product design to production, integrating process control technology into manufacturing, and basic and applied research into key materials technologies that impact manufacturing processes. Additionally, each recipient receives up to $500 for travel expenses to attend the meeting to accept the award. Recipients are known as MPMD Scholars.
Structural Materials Division Scholarship
Funding By: TMS Structural Materials Division
Two $2,500 scholarships are available to full-time undergraduate applicants in their sophomore or junior years, who are majoring in metallurgical and/or materials science and engineering with an emphasis on the science and engineering of load-bearing materials, including studies into the nature of a material’s physical properties based upon its microstructure and operating environment. Awards are presented at the TMS Annual Meeting and Exhibition, and up to $500 is available for each recipient’s travel expenses. Scholarship recipients are known as SMD Scholars.
Extraction & Processing Division Scholarship
Funding By: TMS Extraction & Processing Division
Four $2,000 scholarships are available to full-time undergraduate applicants in their sophomore or junior years, who are majoring in the extraction and processing of minerals, metals and materials. Each scholarship recipient is also given the opportunity to select up to five Extraction & Processing Division-sponsored conference proceedings or textbooks to be donated in the recipient’s name to his/her college or university library. Awards are presented during the Extraction & Processing Division luncheon at the TMS Annual Meeting and Exhibition. Up to $500 for travel expenses is available to each recipient in order to accept the award at the luncheon. Scholarship recipients are known as EPD Scholars.
Electronic, Magnetic & Photonic Materials Division Gilbert Chin Scholarship
Funding By: TMS Electronic, Magnetic & Photonic Materials Division
One $2,000 scholarship is available to an undergraduate students in their sophomore and junior years, who are studying subjects in relation to synthesis and processing, structure, properties, and performance of electronic, photonic, magnetic, and superconducting materials as well as materials used in packaging, and interconnecting such materials in device structures. An additional $500 for travel expenses is available to the recipient in order to personally accept the award at the TMS Annual Meeting and Exhibition. The scholarship recipient is known as the EMPMD Gilbert Chin Scholar.
International Symposium on Superalloys Scholarship
Funding By: Organizing Committee of the International Symposium on Superalloys
Two $2,000 scholarships with up to $500 in travel reimbursements are available to undergraduate and graduate students majoring in metallurgical and/or materials science and engineering with an emphasis on all aspects of the high-temperature, high-performance materials used in the gas turbine industry and all other applications. Awards are presented in conjunction with the Materials Science and Technology Conference. This scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students.
Eligibility and Judging Requirements
1. The applicant must be a student member of TMS.
2. Applicants must be undergraduate sophomores or junior unless otherwise noted.
3. Applicants must be enrolled full time in a metallurgical/materials science engineering program at a qualified college or university.
4. Relatives of members of the TMS Student Affairs Committee or of the funding committee/division are not eligible.
5. Submitted coursework must be relevant to the scholarship for which the student is applying.
Judging Criteria
Scholarship recipients are chosen by specially appointed selection committees of the TMS Student Affairs Committee. The following judging criteria are employed:
• Relevance of Coursework/Experience to division's focus
• Scholarship Application
• Academic Achievement
• Activities in and out of School, Including Work Experience
• Leadership
• Personal Profile Statement
• Letters of Recommendation
How to Enter
Submission Deadline: The submission deadline is March 15th of each year.
• Applicants must submit their typed information on the Scholarship Application Form. Applications are only accepted via mail.
o Comprehensive Application Brochure with background and all forms
o Scholarship Application Form Only
o Scholarship Recommendation Form Only
• Applications for TMS scholarships are to be made by the students themselves.
• Photocopies of the official Scholarship Forms may be reproduced locally.
• In addition to information requested on the Scholarship Form, applicants must attach an individual statement of 200 words or less, typed, double-spaced, describing career plans, reports on special projects, leadership roles, work experience, and community involvement. This is an opportunity for the applicant to convey specific career plans relating to a particular area of interest.
• Evidence of academic achievement (including rank in class) is an important factor; therefore, a transcript or facsimile of recent academic record and current GPA is required.
• Applications should include three official Recommendation Forms from educators or employers.
• Applicants may apply for up to two scholarship programs. This must be indicated at the bottom of the Scholarship Application Form.
For More Information...
TMS Student Awards Program
184 Thorn Hill Road
Warrendale, PA 15086 USA
Telephone (724) 776-9000
Fax (724) 776-3770
E-mail students@tms.org
Other Scholarships
The Michael Kidger Memorial Scholarship in Optical Design
The 2009 Michael Kidger Memorial Scholarship in Optical Design will be awarded to Dewen Cheng, PhD candidate at the College of Optoelectronics, Beijing Institute of Technology. For more infomration and to apply, go to www.kidger.com. Deadline is March 31, 2009.
The SPIE scholarship program also includes awards named in honor of individuals or programs. They are:
D.J. Lovell Scholarship ($11,000 annually)
The D.J. Lovell Scholarship is the Society's largest and most prestigious scholarship. This scholarship is sponsored in part by SPIE with contributions from Labsphere, Inc.
John Kiel Scholarship ($10,000 annually)
This scholarship is in honor of SPIE founding member, John Kiel, in recognition of his long-standing and significant contributions to the society. This scholarship is sponsored by SPIE and is awarded for student's potential for long-term contribution to the field of optics and optical engineering.
Laser Technology, Engineering, and Applications Scholarship
The Laser Technology, Engineering, and Applications Scholarship is awarded in recognition of a student's scholarly achievement in laser technology, engineering, or applications. Funds are provided in part by a gift from the former Forum for Military Applications of Directed Energy, and in part by SPIE.
Optical Design and Engineering Scholarship
The Optical Design and Engineering Scholarship was established in honor of Bill Price and Warren Smith, both well-respected members of SPIE's technical community. This scholarship is awarded to a full-time undergraduate or graduate student in the field of optical design and engineering.
BACUS Scholarship
Two BACUS Scholarships in the amount of $2,000 each is awarded to two full-time undergraduate or undergraduate students in the field of microlithography with an emphasis on optical tooling and/or semiconductor manufacturing technologies. These scholarships are sponsored by BACUS, the International Technical Group of SPIE dedicated to the advancement of photomask technology.
The 2009 Michael Kidger Memorial Scholarship in Optical Design will be awarded to Dewen Cheng, PhD candidate at the College of Optoelectronics, Beijing Institute of Technology. For more infomration and to apply, go to www.kidger.com. Deadline is March 31, 2009.
The SPIE scholarship program also includes awards named in honor of individuals or programs. They are:
D.J. Lovell Scholarship ($11,000 annually)
The D.J. Lovell Scholarship is the Society's largest and most prestigious scholarship. This scholarship is sponsored in part by SPIE with contributions from Labsphere, Inc.
John Kiel Scholarship ($10,000 annually)
This scholarship is in honor of SPIE founding member, John Kiel, in recognition of his long-standing and significant contributions to the society. This scholarship is sponsored by SPIE and is awarded for student's potential for long-term contribution to the field of optics and optical engineering.
Laser Technology, Engineering, and Applications Scholarship
The Laser Technology, Engineering, and Applications Scholarship is awarded in recognition of a student's scholarly achievement in laser technology, engineering, or applications. Funds are provided in part by a gift from the former Forum for Military Applications of Directed Energy, and in part by SPIE.
Optical Design and Engineering Scholarship
The Optical Design and Engineering Scholarship was established in honor of Bill Price and Warren Smith, both well-respected members of SPIE's technical community. This scholarship is awarded to a full-time undergraduate or graduate student in the field of optical design and engineering.
BACUS Scholarship
Two BACUS Scholarships in the amount of $2,000 each is awarded to two full-time undergraduate or undergraduate students in the field of microlithography with an emphasis on optical tooling and/or semiconductor manufacturing technologies. These scholarships are sponsored by BACUS, the International Technical Group of SPIE dedicated to the advancement of photomask technology.
Scholarships
Through 2009 SPIE has distributed over $2.8 million in scholarships to 1,233 students across 86 countries.
SPIE will be awarding over $320,000 in 2010 with individual scholarships ranging from $2,000 to $11,000. All students studying worldwide in an optics, photonics, imaging, or optoelectronics program or related discipline are eligible to apply.
Start early and apply now! Deadline is January 15, 2010.
Note: SPIE scholarships are open to full- and part-time students. All scholarship applications are judged on their own merit based on the experience and education level of the individual student. High school (pre-university/secondary school) and 1st/2nd year college undergraduate, post-secondary students are encouraged to apply and will be judged relative to other applicants with similar educational backgrounds.
To be eligible to apply, students must:
• Be a Member* of SPIE
• Be enrolled in an optics, photonics, imaging, or optoelectronics program or related discipline (e.g., physics, electrical engineering) at an accredited school for the full year beginning Fall 2010 (Sept 2010-July 2011)
• Be in high school or secondary school, undergraduate or post-secondary school, or graduate school
* High school students will receive a one-time, one-year complimentary Membership. Contact scholarships@spie.org and request a Pre-College Membership Application Form. All other students who are not members and are interested in becoming an SPIE Student Member, click here.
SPIE is incorporated in the state of California, USA, and abides by U.S. laws that may restrict cash awards to residents of some countries. To qualify for an award, students and institutions must be eligible to receive funds under U.S. federal guidelines.
SPIE will be awarding over $320,000 in 2010 with individual scholarships ranging from $2,000 to $11,000. All students studying worldwide in an optics, photonics, imaging, or optoelectronics program or related discipline are eligible to apply.
Start early and apply now! Deadline is January 15, 2010.
Note: SPIE scholarships are open to full- and part-time students. All scholarship applications are judged on their own merit based on the experience and education level of the individual student. High school (pre-university/secondary school) and 1st/2nd year college undergraduate, post-secondary students are encouraged to apply and will be judged relative to other applicants with similar educational backgrounds.
To be eligible to apply, students must:
• Be a Member* of SPIE
• Be enrolled in an optics, photonics, imaging, or optoelectronics program or related discipline (e.g., physics, electrical engineering) at an accredited school for the full year beginning Fall 2010 (Sept 2010-July 2011)
• Be in high school or secondary school, undergraduate or post-secondary school, or graduate school
* High school students will receive a one-time, one-year complimentary Membership. Contact scholarships@spie.org and request a Pre-College Membership Application Form. All other students who are not members and are interested in becoming an SPIE Student Member, click here.
SPIE is incorporated in the state of California, USA, and abides by U.S. laws that may restrict cash awards to residents of some countries. To qualify for an award, students and institutions must be eligible to receive funds under U.S. federal guidelines.
Student CFA Scholarship Program
This program offers reduced costs for college or university students enrolling in the CFA Program.
Who is eligible to sponsor students?
A sponsoring professor must be a CFA charterholder in good standing and a full-time faculty member at the student’s university and must teach at least six credit hours per quarter or semester. Administrators must teach a minimum of three hours. The university must offer a U.S. bachelor's degree (or equivalent) or higher. Professors on leave or sabbatical from their primary university six months before the exam are not eligible. Professors may establish their own criteria for selecting student scholars. Discrimination on the basis of race, religion, gender, or nationality is prohibited. Suggestions for criteria include financial need, scholastic grades, or essays.
Who is eligible to apply for the scholarship?
Student scholarships are only available to new Level I candidates enrolling and registering for the first time. Applicants must be full-time college or university students in their final undergraduate year, scheduled to receive a U.S. bachelor’s degree or comparable non-U.S. degree, or full- or part-time graduate students. Applicants must attend the same university where the sponsoring professor teaches. Applicants must fulfill all CFA candidate requirements to enroll and must confirm receipt of their degree in writing to progress to the next exam.
How many scholarships can a professor award?
A professor may award a maximum of five student scholarships per fiscal year. Universities with more than one qualified professor on staff may award a maximum of 10 scholarships per fiscal year. Each fiscal year incorporates the December exam and the June exam of the following year.
What does the scholarship cover?
For the current exam offering, the CFA Program enrollment fee (if applicable) is waived and the exam registration fee is discounted. Student scholars pay only the cost of curriculum (December 2009 exam curriculum is US$220; June 2010 exam curriculum is US$225) plus any applicable taxes and import duties. The fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. Scholarships cannot be deferred to another exam offering.
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB are accepted. CFA Institute does not accept Discover, debit cards, or other cards and does not invoice for payment. Checks and money orders are accepted. If you have already enrolled and registered for the current exam offering, you may request a refund in the appropriate section of the Scholarship Verification Form.
Who is eligible to sponsor students?
A sponsoring professor must be a CFA charterholder in good standing and a full-time faculty member at the student’s university and must teach at least six credit hours per quarter or semester. Administrators must teach a minimum of three hours. The university must offer a U.S. bachelor's degree (or equivalent) or higher. Professors on leave or sabbatical from their primary university six months before the exam are not eligible. Professors may establish their own criteria for selecting student scholars. Discrimination on the basis of race, religion, gender, or nationality is prohibited. Suggestions for criteria include financial need, scholastic grades, or essays.
Who is eligible to apply for the scholarship?
Student scholarships are only available to new Level I candidates enrolling and registering for the first time. Applicants must be full-time college or university students in their final undergraduate year, scheduled to receive a U.S. bachelor’s degree or comparable non-U.S. degree, or full- or part-time graduate students. Applicants must attend the same university where the sponsoring professor teaches. Applicants must fulfill all CFA candidate requirements to enroll and must confirm receipt of their degree in writing to progress to the next exam.
How many scholarships can a professor award?
A professor may award a maximum of five student scholarships per fiscal year. Universities with more than one qualified professor on staff may award a maximum of 10 scholarships per fiscal year. Each fiscal year incorporates the December exam and the June exam of the following year.
What does the scholarship cover?
For the current exam offering, the CFA Program enrollment fee (if applicable) is waived and the exam registration fee is discounted. Student scholars pay only the cost of curriculum (December 2009 exam curriculum is US$220; June 2010 exam curriculum is US$225) plus any applicable taxes and import duties. The fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. Scholarships cannot be deferred to another exam offering.
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB are accepted. CFA Institute does not accept Discover, debit cards, or other cards and does not invoice for payment. Checks and money orders are accepted. If you have already enrolled and registered for the current exam offering, you may request a refund in the appropriate section of the Scholarship Verification Form.
The International Student Loan Center
Each year over 200,000 Americans study abroad and nearly 600,000 international students come to the USA to study. However, studying abroad often requires financial assistance for extra expenses such as travel, accommodations and materials, which can make it a greater financial commitment. InternationalStudentLoan.com is here to help, by offering access to a range of international student loans and study abroad loans to international students and Canadian students in the USA and for US Students studying around the world.
Why get an International Student Loan?
For the most part, students struggle to fund their international education. Scholarships and grants are always available, but if you are one of the lucky ones to receive one it will still not cover all your expenses. That is where an International Student Loan can help. Through our lender partners, students with creditworthy cosigners at eligible schools can apply for up to the cost of attendance as certified by your school and confirmed by your lender, less other financial aid received.
Borrow Responsibly.
US students should maximize their borrowing under Stafford and other federally subsidized loans before resorting to private loans. Both US and international students should use scholarships, personal and family funds, and any other money you can first.
Please take the time to visit and learn more about our international student loans, canadian student loans and us student loans. We also have a dedicated customer support center to help students with your loan application and research - please contact us with any questions.
Why get an International Student Loan?
For the most part, students struggle to fund their international education. Scholarships and grants are always available, but if you are one of the lucky ones to receive one it will still not cover all your expenses. That is where an International Student Loan can help. Through our lender partners, students with creditworthy cosigners at eligible schools can apply for up to the cost of attendance as certified by your school and confirmed by your lender, less other financial aid received.
Borrow Responsibly.
US students should maximize their borrowing under Stafford and other federally subsidized loans before resorting to private loans. Both US and international students should use scholarships, personal and family funds, and any other money you can first.
Please take the time to visit and learn more about our international student loans, canadian student loans and us student loans. We also have a dedicated customer support center to help students with your loan application and research - please contact us with any questions.
Academics want centralised mechanism for student scholarships
A number of government as well as private organisations offer scholarships to needy as well as talented students. Nevertheless, one wonders and feels sorry when reports emerge about the students who could not continue education due to extreme poverty and end up their lives by committing suicides.
Recently in the provincial metropolis, a girl student committed suicide by swallowing poisonous pills when her father told her that he was not in a position to deposit her BA examination fee.
The student had earlier failed to pass the exam but, being enthusiastic about studies, she wanted to appear again and pass the exam but circumstances led her to pass away. This is not a single incident of this type rather such stories do appear on and off in our part of the world.
Former Chief Minister Punjab Shahbaz Sharif had recently established Punjab Educational Endowment Fund (PEEF) to bear the educational expenses of needy but talented students. There are other government agencies as well as private organisations which have been offering scholarships to the students over the years. It is generally observed that the students, seeking support through scholarships, have to face a lot of troubles owing to negligence of the authorities concerned.
The Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) had announced the scholarships (Phase-II) in April 2007 for BS, MS and MPhil/PhD students in various disciplines for Punjab domiciled, academically talented and financially needy students.
After the selection of the successful candidates, scholarship deed was signed by students and their parents/guardians. But what could be more tragic and unfortunate that since then the selected students had been waiting for funds from the government to pay for their studies.
Academic circles are of the view that the government should evolve a centralised mechanism for the award of scholarships to students of schools, colleges and universities. The scattered efforts, no doubt, create troubles for the funding agencies too while stressing a more focused approach.
The other important factor, which the academicians stress, is the provision of financial assistance to needy students through newly launched PEEF which at present is aiming to accommodate only talented-needy students. They are of the view that there should be a helpline available to the students so that those who are really in dire need of financial assistance can contact the respective agency or department.
Tree plantation campaigns
With the advent of spring season, a number of educational institutions, especially universities, have started organising tree plantation campaigns on varsity campuses.
It is generally observed that after a particular launching ceremony, the entire campaign goes silently which, in fact, mars the very spirit of such healthy and essential campaigns.
In order to achieve maximum out of such campaigns is maximum involvement of the students which is only possible when a student is practically invited to plant a sapling by himself/ herself.
Moreover, there should be a close liaison between provincial forest department and educational institutions to create awareness at massive level, as the growth of trees is mandatory to maintain ecological balance and protection and preservation of natural environment. -lachvee@gmail.com (The News)
BISE Girls Inter-College Games FCW clinch overall trophy Hina declared best athlete
Peshawar: Hina Jan of Frontier College for Women grabbed two gold medals and one silver and was declared best athlete of the Year_2009 in the BISE Inter-College Athletic Meet held here Saturday. Hina Jan claimed gold medal in discuss throw, shot put and took silver medal in 400m race, she was closely followed by Aysha Khan of with two gold medal while Nagina of FEF Nodhia took one gold and on bronze medal.
In the overall games Frontier College for Women secured 41 points by winning general trophy while the same college took the winner trophy of the Athletic with 39 points. City District Girls College won the runners-up trophy by scoring 18 points and Govt. Girls College Charsadda got third position by scoring 15 points. On the final day athletic events, in the shot put Hina of Frontier College took gold medal, followed by Habeeba of Chamkani and Hira of Charsadda, in the 800m Anum of City District took gold, followed by Monaza of Charsadda Girls College and Sabeen of City District while in long jump Tabinda of PMDC took gold medal, followed by Anila Gul of FCW and Farkhanda of Chamkani, in 400m Anum of City District, Hina of FCW and Marium of PMDC got the positions. In 4X100m relay, FCW team comprising Gul Zeb, Abeer, Amina, Layba, PMDC got runners-up trophy as the team comprising Faryal, Tabinda, Faqiya and Ghazal while City District team including Rabia, Neelam, Sabeen and Anum took third position. In the overall games results, FCW won winners trophies of Badminton, Cycling, Cricket, Handball, Hockey and athletics. In Badminton GHSS Hayatabad won winners trophy, followed by City District, University Town won runners trophy in Cycling and PMDC won third position.
The cricket runners-up trophy won by GHSS, University Town and GGDC Charsadda got third position, in Handball GGHSS Comprehensive took second position, followed by Charsadda. PMDC won runners up trophy in hockey while GGHSS Comprehensive took third position, PMDC and Charsadda won runners-up and third position trophies in table tennis, Jinnah college won Net ball trophy, followed by FCW and PMDC. At the end Chairman BISE Professor Farhad Jan gave away trophies. Secretary BISE Islamuddin Khan, Controller Nasir Ali, International athlete Bahre Karam, Mehdi Jan, President BISE Girls Games Nasim Habib, Vice Principal FCW Tasleem Akhtar, Director Sports Manzar Khan, players and officials were also present. App
Recently in the provincial metropolis, a girl student committed suicide by swallowing poisonous pills when her father told her that he was not in a position to deposit her BA examination fee.
The student had earlier failed to pass the exam but, being enthusiastic about studies, she wanted to appear again and pass the exam but circumstances led her to pass away. This is not a single incident of this type rather such stories do appear on and off in our part of the world.
Former Chief Minister Punjab Shahbaz Sharif had recently established Punjab Educational Endowment Fund (PEEF) to bear the educational expenses of needy but talented students. There are other government agencies as well as private organisations which have been offering scholarships to the students over the years. It is generally observed that the students, seeking support through scholarships, have to face a lot of troubles owing to negligence of the authorities concerned.
The Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) had announced the scholarships (Phase-II) in April 2007 for BS, MS and MPhil/PhD students in various disciplines for Punjab domiciled, academically talented and financially needy students.
After the selection of the successful candidates, scholarship deed was signed by students and their parents/guardians. But what could be more tragic and unfortunate that since then the selected students had been waiting for funds from the government to pay for their studies.
Academic circles are of the view that the government should evolve a centralised mechanism for the award of scholarships to students of schools, colleges and universities. The scattered efforts, no doubt, create troubles for the funding agencies too while stressing a more focused approach.
The other important factor, which the academicians stress, is the provision of financial assistance to needy students through newly launched PEEF which at present is aiming to accommodate only talented-needy students. They are of the view that there should be a helpline available to the students so that those who are really in dire need of financial assistance can contact the respective agency or department.
Tree plantation campaigns
With the advent of spring season, a number of educational institutions, especially universities, have started organising tree plantation campaigns on varsity campuses.
It is generally observed that after a particular launching ceremony, the entire campaign goes silently which, in fact, mars the very spirit of such healthy and essential campaigns.
In order to achieve maximum out of such campaigns is maximum involvement of the students which is only possible when a student is practically invited to plant a sapling by himself/ herself.
Moreover, there should be a close liaison between provincial forest department and educational institutions to create awareness at massive level, as the growth of trees is mandatory to maintain ecological balance and protection and preservation of natural environment. -lachvee@gmail.com (The News)
BISE Girls Inter-College Games FCW clinch overall trophy Hina declared best athlete
Peshawar: Hina Jan of Frontier College for Women grabbed two gold medals and one silver and was declared best athlete of the Year_2009 in the BISE Inter-College Athletic Meet held here Saturday. Hina Jan claimed gold medal in discuss throw, shot put and took silver medal in 400m race, she was closely followed by Aysha Khan of with two gold medal while Nagina of FEF Nodhia took one gold and on bronze medal.
In the overall games Frontier College for Women secured 41 points by winning general trophy while the same college took the winner trophy of the Athletic with 39 points. City District Girls College won the runners-up trophy by scoring 18 points and Govt. Girls College Charsadda got third position by scoring 15 points. On the final day athletic events, in the shot put Hina of Frontier College took gold medal, followed by Habeeba of Chamkani and Hira of Charsadda, in the 800m Anum of City District took gold, followed by Monaza of Charsadda Girls College and Sabeen of City District while in long jump Tabinda of PMDC took gold medal, followed by Anila Gul of FCW and Farkhanda of Chamkani, in 400m Anum of City District, Hina of FCW and Marium of PMDC got the positions. In 4X100m relay, FCW team comprising Gul Zeb, Abeer, Amina, Layba, PMDC got runners-up trophy as the team comprising Faryal, Tabinda, Faqiya and Ghazal while City District team including Rabia, Neelam, Sabeen and Anum took third position. In the overall games results, FCW won winners trophies of Badminton, Cycling, Cricket, Handball, Hockey and athletics. In Badminton GHSS Hayatabad won winners trophy, followed by City District, University Town won runners trophy in Cycling and PMDC won third position.
The cricket runners-up trophy won by GHSS, University Town and GGDC Charsadda got third position, in Handball GGHSS Comprehensive took second position, followed by Charsadda. PMDC won runners up trophy in hockey while GGHSS Comprehensive took third position, PMDC and Charsadda won runners-up and third position trophies in table tennis, Jinnah college won Net ball trophy, followed by FCW and PMDC. At the end Chairman BISE Professor Farhad Jan gave away trophies. Secretary BISE Islamuddin Khan, Controller Nasir Ali, International athlete Bahre Karam, Mehdi Jan, President BISE Girls Games Nasim Habib, Vice Principal FCW Tasleem Akhtar, Director Sports Manzar Khan, players and officials were also present. App
Higher edu no more a priority | Scholarship's mechanism
In Higher education, something is going wrong, and going wrong very badly
Lahore, Mar 09: Education unfortunately has remained one of the most neglected sectors in the country. Although no one denies, and neither can if anyone even chooses to, its importance and the prevailing realities present a very gloomy picture. Everyone knows who is responsible but not those who are at the helm of affairs.
There are many questions needing immediate answers. If we look at the higher education one can easily feel that something is going wrong, and going wrong very badly. Is it true that the present regime is ignorant of the importance of higher education in science and technology for the development and progress of the country, as it has drastically slashed the budget for the Higher Education Commission (HEC)? Whether it wants to reverse the progress and consciously or unconsciously undo the achievements made in the promotion of higher education during the past over 8 years when the public sector universities expanded and grew tremendously? Whether the cut imposed in the HEC budget is result of a conspiracy, bad governance or corrupt practices?
There is no denying the fact that curtailment of the funds allocated for HEC has denied the opportunity to the public sector institutions to grow at par with private counterparts with quality education at competitive tuition fee. Now, the private sector will find an open opportunity to fetch students at their campuses, which had suffered a set back with the better facilities at public sector varsities through HEC funding.
Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani's orders to maintain the recurrent budget of HEC to Rs23 billion from the previous Rs44 billion means almost half the cut in the three years time. The cabinet has approved an annual increase of only 10 per cent in the amount in view of the inflationary trend while ignoring the fact that inflation is climbing at a rate of almost 23 percent. The Nation
'No compromise on girls' education'
Peshawar: The Awami National Party-led government will never compromise on women's education and rights, ANP NWFP President Afrasiab Khattak said on Sunday. Addressing a meeting organised by the ANP Women's Wing on the Role of Women in Peace and Security – held in connection with International Women's Day - the ANP NWFP president said new bills would be tabled in the provincial assembly to empower the women of the province. Daily Times
Lahore, Mar 09: Education unfortunately has remained one of the most neglected sectors in the country. Although no one denies, and neither can if anyone even chooses to, its importance and the prevailing realities present a very gloomy picture. Everyone knows who is responsible but not those who are at the helm of affairs.
There are many questions needing immediate answers. If we look at the higher education one can easily feel that something is going wrong, and going wrong very badly. Is it true that the present regime is ignorant of the importance of higher education in science and technology for the development and progress of the country, as it has drastically slashed the budget for the Higher Education Commission (HEC)? Whether it wants to reverse the progress and consciously or unconsciously undo the achievements made in the promotion of higher education during the past over 8 years when the public sector universities expanded and grew tremendously? Whether the cut imposed in the HEC budget is result of a conspiracy, bad governance or corrupt practices?
There is no denying the fact that curtailment of the funds allocated for HEC has denied the opportunity to the public sector institutions to grow at par with private counterparts with quality education at competitive tuition fee. Now, the private sector will find an open opportunity to fetch students at their campuses, which had suffered a set back with the better facilities at public sector varsities through HEC funding.
Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani's orders to maintain the recurrent budget of HEC to Rs23 billion from the previous Rs44 billion means almost half the cut in the three years time. The cabinet has approved an annual increase of only 10 per cent in the amount in view of the inflationary trend while ignoring the fact that inflation is climbing at a rate of almost 23 percent. The Nation
'No compromise on girls' education'
Peshawar: The Awami National Party-led government will never compromise on women's education and rights, ANP NWFP President Afrasiab Khattak said on Sunday. Addressing a meeting organised by the ANP Women's Wing on the Role of Women in Peace and Security – held in connection with International Women's Day - the ANP NWFP president said new bills would be tabled in the provincial assembly to empower the women of the province. Daily Times
GDC Student Scholarships
The IGDA has awarded 25 scholarships to send qualified students to the 2009 Game Developers Conference. GDC is where game development professionals gather to share ideas and build the skills that the industry needs. Located in San Francisco, California, this year's GDC will be held March 23-27, 2009.
"Attending GDC was everything I had expected. What the IGDA provided through the mentor program, introductory luncheon, and [studio site] trip set this conference experience apart from all of the other huge conferences I have ever attended." - Eric Webster Brown, 2006 Scholarship Recipient
Scholarship Application
• The scholarship application ended on Thursday, January 15th.
"I highly recommend that anyone who is working towards breaking into the game industry attempt to attend as many GDCs as possible – the networking alone is worth the trip, and the diversity of sessions will keep all flavors of game developer interested well past the conference's end date." - Matthew Raymond Billock, 2006 Scholarship Recipient
"Attending GDC was everything I had expected. What the IGDA provided through the mentor program, introductory luncheon, and [studio site] trip set this conference experience apart from all of the other huge conferences I have ever attended." - Eric Webster Brown, 2006 Scholarship Recipient
Scholarship Application
• The scholarship application ended on Thursday, January 15th.
"I highly recommend that anyone who is working towards breaking into the game industry attempt to attend as many GDCs as possible – the networking alone is worth the trip, and the diversity of sessions will keep all flavors of game developer interested well past the conference's end date." - Matthew Raymond Billock, 2006 Scholarship Recipient
Qualifications & Scholarship Details
• Scholarship applications must be submitted on or before Thursday, January 15th, 2009.
• Only full-time university (or similar) students are eligible, and must be 18 years of age or older as of March 23, 2009.
• Applicant must be an IGDA Student Member in good standing. If you are not currently a Student Member, you must join the IGDA before applying for the scholarship. All applications will be verified.
• Past scholarship recipients are not eligible.
• Recipients will be awarded one Main Conference Pass, with access to all sessions, roundtables, and keynotes. Breakfast and lunch included.
• Students are responsible for all travel arrangements and related costs.
• Scholarship applications will be judged by a panel of professional game developers.
• Each scholarship recipient will be paired with an industry mentor.
• Scholarship recipients will participate in a local studio visit and orientation session on March 24th.
• Recipients will be announced before February 12th, 2009 (the early rate pricing deadline).
Judging Criteria
To help students hone their applications and to better understand what the judges are looking for, here's the basic criteria that judges will use to rate applicants:
1. Relevance - Will attending GDC help the student achieve his or her specific educational and/or career goals?
2. Initiative - Has the student demonstrated continued dedication to game development and effort to educate themselves?
3. Special Circumstances - Has the student overcome any unusual challenges or obstacles?
4. Communication - Are the ideas expressed in the essays communicated effectively and efficiently?
5. Tilt Factor - Overall, does it seem like this student would be fun and interesting to have around at GDC?
6. Bonus: Veteran judge Dave Weinstein has shared his personal guidance/insight for judging
• Only full-time university (or similar) students are eligible, and must be 18 years of age or older as of March 23, 2009.
• Applicant must be an IGDA Student Member in good standing. If you are not currently a Student Member, you must join the IGDA before applying for the scholarship. All applications will be verified.
• Past scholarship recipients are not eligible.
• Recipients will be awarded one Main Conference Pass, with access to all sessions, roundtables, and keynotes. Breakfast and lunch included.
• Students are responsible for all travel arrangements and related costs.
• Scholarship applications will be judged by a panel of professional game developers.
• Each scholarship recipient will be paired with an industry mentor.
• Scholarship recipients will participate in a local studio visit and orientation session on March 24th.
• Recipients will be announced before February 12th, 2009 (the early rate pricing deadline).
Judging Criteria
To help students hone their applications and to better understand what the judges are looking for, here's the basic criteria that judges will use to rate applicants:
1. Relevance - Will attending GDC help the student achieve his or her specific educational and/or career goals?
2. Initiative - Has the student demonstrated continued dedication to game development and effort to educate themselves?
3. Special Circumstances - Has the student overcome any unusual challenges or obstacles?
4. Communication - Are the ideas expressed in the essays communicated effectively and efficiently?
5. Tilt Factor - Overall, does it seem like this student would be fun and interesting to have around at GDC?
6. Bonus: Veteran judge Dave Weinstein has shared his personal guidance/insight for judging
International Scholarship Search
It is our goal to provide you - the international student - with the best study abroad and international student scholarship search online. Find college scholarship programs by country, field of study or university name. Programs available include the Fulbright Scholarship, Rotary Scholarships, Postdoctoral Fellowships, Merit Scholarships, College Loans and much more. Programs are available for graduate and undergraduate students anywhere in the world. Including International students and US study abroad students.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
The British Chevening Scholarships 2010-11
The British Government’s British Chevening Scholarship, are the most prestigious awards available to international students for study in the United Kingdom. They enable future leaders, decision-makers and opinion formers from around the world to become familiar with the UK, to gain new skills, or update current professional skills. The ultimate objective is to benefit their countries upon their return.
Overseas Scholarship Scheme for PhD in Selected Fields (Phase-II) 10% - Batch-V (Spring 2010)
Applications are invited from outstanding Pakistani/AJK nationals for the award of scholarships for higher studies leading to PhD. The scholarships will be awarded for spring 2010 session in HEC identified world top ranked discipline wise Universities of the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, Singapore etc.
FC College Scholarships
Quality education is expensive, but FC College makes it affordable. At FC College we respect talent and support students in need of financial assistance. As in previous years, we offer merit and/or need-based financial assistance to make your career dreams come true.
Common-Wealth General Scholarship Program 2010
The Ministry of Education has assigned the task of conducting the Local GRE-General test for Higher Studies to the National Testing Services (NTS). Applications are invited for studying abroad under the Commonwealth General Scholarships Program for the year 2010. Scholarships are Fully Funded and final selection will be made by the donor country. Scholarships are expected to be offered by U.K, Canada, Brunei, New Zealand and Malaysia.
Need based scholarship for Matric pass students
Male/Female students who have qualified Matric in 2009 and cannot continue studies because of financial hardship, may apply with the attestes copies of their educational and Father/Guardian's income certificates to obtain scholrships.
University of Cambridge 800th Anniversary Scholarships
The University of Cambridge has introduced a new scholarship scheme for applicants of undergraduate admissions from Pakistan for 2010 entry onwards. The 800th Anniversary Scholarships have been created with funding from Cambridge Assessment, parent of Cambridge International Examinations who provide school exams throughout Pakistan and around the world.
UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE 800TH ANNIVERSARY SCHOLARSHIPS
for Pakistani students
The University of Cambridge has introduced a new scholarship scheme for applicants of undergraduate admissions from Pakistan for 2010 entry onwards. The 800th Anniversary Scholarships have been created with funding from Cambridge Assessment, parent of Cambridge International Examinations who provide school exams throughout Pakistan and around the world.
The scholarships at the University of Cambridge are for school-leavers from Pakistan who meet the usual examination qualifications for admission to Cambridge. Applicants for all courses except Medicine and Veterinary Medicine are eligible to apply.
The scholarships will cover the cost of your tuition and College fees together with a grant towards maintenance and travel costs for each year of your course. The maintenance element of the scholarship will take account of your financial circumstances.
The scholarships are competitive and are conditional on a College offer to study at Cambridge, including meeting any immigration and English language requirements. Continuation of the scholarship from year to year will be conditional on satisfactory examination performance.
If you meet the conditions above and wish to be considered for an 800th Anniversary Scholarship, complete a scholarship application form and apply for a place at Cambridge in the usual way, submitting a UCAS application and a Cambridge Overseas Application Form (COAF) together with your 800th Anniversary Scholarship application form by 20 September 2009.
Applicants for the scholarships will be interviewed in Pakistan in October/November 2009.
UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE 800TH ANNIVERSARY SCHOLARSHIPS
for Pakistani students
The University of Cambridge has introduced a new scholarship scheme for applicants of undergraduate admissions from Pakistan for 2010 entry onwards. The 800th Anniversary Scholarships have been created with funding from Cambridge Assessment, parent of Cambridge International Examinations who provide school exams throughout Pakistan and around the world.
The scholarships at the University of Cambridge are for school-leavers from Pakistan who meet the usual examination qualifications for admission to Cambridge. Applicants for all courses except Medicine and Veterinary Medicine are eligible to apply.
The scholarships will cover the cost of your tuition and College fees together with a grant towards maintenance and travel costs for each year of your course. The maintenance element of the scholarship will take account of your financial circumstances.
The scholarships are competitive and are conditional on a College offer to study at Cambridge, including meeting any immigration and English language requirements. Continuation of the scholarship from year to year will be conditional on satisfactory examination performance.
If you meet the conditions above and wish to be considered for an 800th Anniversary Scholarship, complete a scholarship application form and apply for a place at Cambridge in the usual way, submitting a UCAS application and a Cambridge Overseas Application Form (COAF) together with your 800th Anniversary Scholarship application form by 20 September 2009.
Applicants for the scholarships will be interviewed in Pakistan in October/November 2009.
Fully Funded MS leading to PhD Scholarships for UIUC,USA
Fully Funded MS leading to PhD Scholarships for University of illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC),USA.
The Comsats Institute of Information Technology (CIIT) has embarked upon a faculty development program (FDP) to upgrade the quality of its faculty to meets its continuously growing requirements.
Quaid-E-Azam Law College Scholarships
Quaid-E-Azam Law College is providing the opportunity fot those who have the potential to go an extra mile and excel. We offer Scholarships to make your career dreams come true.
Overseas Scholarship for PhD in selected specialized fields under HEC approved Project Establishment of Undergraduate Marine Sciences, LUAWMS
Applications are invited from the eligible fresh applicants and existing faculty members through competitive procedure both male and female in the specialized fields of Marine Sciences, Veteneary and Animal Sciences, Crop and Plants Sciences, Water Sciences and Economics.
Overseas Ph.D. Scholarship
Application are invited for award of Ph.D. Scholarships under HEC funded projects in the following disciplines: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering and Physics.
Scholarships: To study MBBS in China
Xianning University through its regional office in Pakistan announces 30 Scholarships (No Tuition Fee) for its 5 year undergraduate MBBS program (International Students).
Student Scholarships in Pakistan
Creation of a pool of talented Pakistani youth; contributing towards economic and social development, to realize the dream of a moderate, progressive and prosperous nation.
Building a critical mass of human capital, participating in nation building; through provision of equitable opportunities to less privileged but academically brilliant boys and girls in Punjab.
Punjab Educational Endowment Fund (PEEF) is one of the flagship programs of Government of the Punjab. The fund aims to provide equitable opportunities of education to under privileged but brightest boys and girls especially from the southern districts of the province. This fund is nurturing much needed human capital which would, one day, contribute for social and economic development of Pakistan. Our objective is to bring brilliant but needy students to the best academic institutions and help them realize their potential and fulfill their dreams. This is akin to realizing the dream of a progressive and prosperous Pakistan.
1. What is PEEF?
Punjab Educational Endowment Fund (PEEF) is an initiative of the Government of Punjab under the leadership of Chief Minister, Mr. Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif. PEEF endeavors to bring best educational opportunities to the less privileged and talented youth of Punjab in order to bring them at par with the more fortunate ones. Punjab Educational Endowment Fund (PEEF) provides scholarships to the talented and less privileged students. In the first/current phase, PEEF is planning to award 5,000 scholarships.
2. What is the registration status of PEEF?
PEEF is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan under Section 42 of the Companies Ordinance, 1984.
3. Who is eligible for scholarship?
PEEF scholarships are need-based Merit Scholarships and will be disbursed amongst students who have passed Secondary and Intermediate Examinations in 2008 (annual) from Government schools / colleges and have secured top positions in their respective Districts, Tehsils, Levels (Secondary or Intermediate) and Streams (Science, Arts, Commerce, IT, etc.).Students from Private institutions will also be included in the next phase.
4. PEEF scholarships are awarded to which educational levels?
In the first phase, scholarships are given to students who have been enrolled in the next higher classes on the basis of their Secondary and Intermediate Examinations held in 2008 (annual).
5. What streams are included in the scholarship program?
All academic streams introduced by the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education have been included in the scholarship program e.g. Science, Arts, Commerce, IT, etc.
6. How will the scholarships be distributed?
These scholarships will be distributed through the educational institutes in which the students are currently enrolled.
7. What is the eligibility criteria for the scholarship?
The minimum criterion set for the selection of candidates is “First Division” (60%) in their last Secondary/Intermediate Examination held in 2008 (annual).
8. Are there any quotas for less privileged students?
PEEF provides Special Quota Scholarships to orphans, children of Govt. Servants in BPS 1-4, ch minorities and Special Children (Disabled).
9. Do other provinces get any scholarships?
5% quota has been allocated for the students of other provinces to share the benefits of this scheme with the talented students of other provinces including Azad Jammu Kashmir and FATA.
10. What are LDDs?
LDDs represent the 15 Less Developed Districts of Punjab.
11. What are DDs?
DDs represent the 20 relatively more Developed Districts of Punjab.
12. How many scholarships does a LDD get?
LDDs get more scholarships (167 per district) as compared to DDs (125 scholarships per district).
13. Do I need to apply for scholarship?
PEEF has adopted a pro-active approach and will itself contact the eligible students. This means that you do not need to apply for the first phase of scholarships. Applications will be invited only from the eligible students identified and contacted by PEEF.
14. What is the process for award of scholarship?
After obtaining the relevant data from BISEs, PEEF writes letters to prospective students informing them that they have been shortlisted for scholarship. PEEF involves District Focal Committees (DFCs) for verification of student credentials to finalize lists of the selected candidates. These selected students are informed through confirmation letters that they have been awarded the “PEEF Scholarship”, and finally the scholarships are disbursed to the selected candidates through the institutions in which the they are currently enrolled.
15. Who will disburse the scholarship?
Scholarships are disbursed through Heads of educational institutions where the students are currently enrolled.
16. For how long will I get the scholarship?
Scholarships are offered for the duration of the course in which the student is currently enrolled, subject to satisfactory academic performance.
17. What are the percentages allocated to different levels and streams of education?
Level Group Streams % allotted
Post Matric (60%) Science 70%
Arts 30%
Post Intermediate (40%) Group A (70%) Pre-Medical 35%
Pre-Engineering 35%
Group B (30%) Commerce 10%
Humanities 10%
General Science / IT 10%
18. Can the scholarships be shifted to other priority streams of the same group?
If sufficient number of students are not available in a stream in any tehsil/district, the scholarships allotted for that stream may be shifted to the other priority stream of same group (e.g, from Commerce to Pre–Engg., Pre–Medical, etc.).
19. Can students from one Group be adjusted in another Group?
If the required number of students are not available for a group, then the scholarships may be adjusted in another group (but for the same gender) of the same Tehsil/District.
20. If candidates of the same gender are not enough in a particular stream/group?
If there are not enough numbers of candidates of one gender in any given stream/group, the same number of scholarships may be shifted to other gender of the same stream/group in same Tehsil / District
21. What if there are not enough candidates in a given Tehsil?
If there are not enough candidates in a Tehsil, for a certain group, the same number with equal gender distribution, will be divided equally amongst other Tehsils of the same District.
22. What if there are not enough Boarders of a specific stream?
If we cannot find the required number of Boarders in a specific stream, the same number may be shifted to Day Scholars of the same gender in that stream and vice versa.
23. What are the instructions for students who are short listed but are getting part time education in private academies?
Only FULL TIME students in regular institutes, if selected, will be awarded scholarships.
24. Is there any monitoring process for the successful candidates
PEEF will monitor the academic performance of students through the Principals/Head Teachers of the institutions in which they are currently enrolled, on quarterly basis.
25. What if the required number of special quota scholarships (SQS) applicants is not available in certain tehsils / districts? Will the quota for those tehsils / districts lapse or is there any other alternate available?
If such situation arises, PEEF will adopt following guidelines in order of priority to prevent SQS of a certain tehsil / district from lapsing and to maintain the total number of scholarship allocated to a district:
1. Monitering of Scholarship Holders
PEEF is developing a monitoring system that will enable to monitor and evaluate academic and general conduct performance of the scholarship holders on quarterly / bi annual basis. This will ensure that the scholarship holders maintain the benchmark performance and achieve much better academic excellences in periodic assessments.
The results will be shared with concerned education institutes that will convey the reports to respective students.
If students from one category (orphan, disable etc.) are not available at tehsil level, all the four categories shall be clubbed at tehsil level (this will happen as the number of special quota scholarship at tehsil level is too small and individual quota may go in fractions).
2. If number of applications for special quota scholarship is less than the number of scholarships allocated to one tehsil, the number of special quota scholarships shall be adjusted against the total allocation of Special Quota Scholarships at district level.
3. If the number of applications for special quota scholarships is less than the number of scholarships allocated to a district, the remaining number of (unutilized) Special Quota Scholarship (SQS) shall be adjusted to the merit Scholarships of the Tehsil where the original shortfall of SQS existed. This will keep the originally allocated number of scholarships within the same tehsil and total number of scholarships within that district constant.
4. If the number of applications for special quota scholarships and merit scholarships are less than the allocated number in any district, the same may be adjusted in other districts of the same BISE; first by adjusting the special quota scholarship applicants and then the merit scholarship applicants. This will ensure that the total number of scholarships allocated to a certain BISE remains constant.
Building a critical mass of human capital, participating in nation building; through provision of equitable opportunities to less privileged but academically brilliant boys and girls in Punjab.
Punjab Educational Endowment Fund (PEEF) is one of the flagship programs of Government of the Punjab. The fund aims to provide equitable opportunities of education to under privileged but brightest boys and girls especially from the southern districts of the province. This fund is nurturing much needed human capital which would, one day, contribute for social and economic development of Pakistan. Our objective is to bring brilliant but needy students to the best academic institutions and help them realize their potential and fulfill their dreams. This is akin to realizing the dream of a progressive and prosperous Pakistan.
1. What is PEEF?
Punjab Educational Endowment Fund (PEEF) is an initiative of the Government of Punjab under the leadership of Chief Minister, Mr. Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif. PEEF endeavors to bring best educational opportunities to the less privileged and talented youth of Punjab in order to bring them at par with the more fortunate ones. Punjab Educational Endowment Fund (PEEF) provides scholarships to the talented and less privileged students. In the first/current phase, PEEF is planning to award 5,000 scholarships.
2. What is the registration status of PEEF?
PEEF is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan under Section 42 of the Companies Ordinance, 1984.
3. Who is eligible for scholarship?
PEEF scholarships are need-based Merit Scholarships and will be disbursed amongst students who have passed Secondary and Intermediate Examinations in 2008 (annual) from Government schools / colleges and have secured top positions in their respective Districts, Tehsils, Levels (Secondary or Intermediate) and Streams (Science, Arts, Commerce, IT, etc.).Students from Private institutions will also be included in the next phase.
4. PEEF scholarships are awarded to which educational levels?
In the first phase, scholarships are given to students who have been enrolled in the next higher classes on the basis of their Secondary and Intermediate Examinations held in 2008 (annual).
5. What streams are included in the scholarship program?
All academic streams introduced by the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education have been included in the scholarship program e.g. Science, Arts, Commerce, IT, etc.
6. How will the scholarships be distributed?
These scholarships will be distributed through the educational institutes in which the students are currently enrolled.
7. What is the eligibility criteria for the scholarship?
The minimum criterion set for the selection of candidates is “First Division” (60%) in their last Secondary/Intermediate Examination held in 2008 (annual).
8. Are there any quotas for less privileged students?
PEEF provides Special Quota Scholarships to orphans, children of Govt. Servants in BPS 1-4, ch minorities and Special Children (Disabled).
9. Do other provinces get any scholarships?
5% quota has been allocated for the students of other provinces to share the benefits of this scheme with the talented students of other provinces including Azad Jammu Kashmir and FATA.
10. What are LDDs?
LDDs represent the 15 Less Developed Districts of Punjab.
11. What are DDs?
DDs represent the 20 relatively more Developed Districts of Punjab.
12. How many scholarships does a LDD get?
LDDs get more scholarships (167 per district) as compared to DDs (125 scholarships per district).
13. Do I need to apply for scholarship?
PEEF has adopted a pro-active approach and will itself contact the eligible students. This means that you do not need to apply for the first phase of scholarships. Applications will be invited only from the eligible students identified and contacted by PEEF.
14. What is the process for award of scholarship?
After obtaining the relevant data from BISEs, PEEF writes letters to prospective students informing them that they have been shortlisted for scholarship. PEEF involves District Focal Committees (DFCs) for verification of student credentials to finalize lists of the selected candidates. These selected students are informed through confirmation letters that they have been awarded the “PEEF Scholarship”, and finally the scholarships are disbursed to the selected candidates through the institutions in which the they are currently enrolled.
15. Who will disburse the scholarship?
Scholarships are disbursed through Heads of educational institutions where the students are currently enrolled.
16. For how long will I get the scholarship?
Scholarships are offered for the duration of the course in which the student is currently enrolled, subject to satisfactory academic performance.
17. What are the percentages allocated to different levels and streams of education?
Level Group Streams % allotted
Post Matric (60%) Science 70%
Arts 30%
Post Intermediate (40%) Group A (70%) Pre-Medical 35%
Pre-Engineering 35%
Group B (30%) Commerce 10%
Humanities 10%
General Science / IT 10%
18. Can the scholarships be shifted to other priority streams of the same group?
If sufficient number of students are not available in a stream in any tehsil/district, the scholarships allotted for that stream may be shifted to the other priority stream of same group (e.g, from Commerce to Pre–Engg., Pre–Medical, etc.).
19. Can students from one Group be adjusted in another Group?
If the required number of students are not available for a group, then the scholarships may be adjusted in another group (but for the same gender) of the same Tehsil/District.
20. If candidates of the same gender are not enough in a particular stream/group?
If there are not enough numbers of candidates of one gender in any given stream/group, the same number of scholarships may be shifted to other gender of the same stream/group in same Tehsil / District
21. What if there are not enough candidates in a given Tehsil?
If there are not enough candidates in a Tehsil, for a certain group, the same number with equal gender distribution, will be divided equally amongst other Tehsils of the same District.
22. What if there are not enough Boarders of a specific stream?
If we cannot find the required number of Boarders in a specific stream, the same number may be shifted to Day Scholars of the same gender in that stream and vice versa.
23. What are the instructions for students who are short listed but are getting part time education in private academies?
Only FULL TIME students in regular institutes, if selected, will be awarded scholarships.
24. Is there any monitoring process for the successful candidates
PEEF will monitor the academic performance of students through the Principals/Head Teachers of the institutions in which they are currently enrolled, on quarterly basis.
25. What if the required number of special quota scholarships (SQS) applicants is not available in certain tehsils / districts? Will the quota for those tehsils / districts lapse or is there any other alternate available?
If such situation arises, PEEF will adopt following guidelines in order of priority to prevent SQS of a certain tehsil / district from lapsing and to maintain the total number of scholarship allocated to a district:
1. Monitering of Scholarship Holders
PEEF is developing a monitoring system that will enable to monitor and evaluate academic and general conduct performance of the scholarship holders on quarterly / bi annual basis. This will ensure that the scholarship holders maintain the benchmark performance and achieve much better academic excellences in periodic assessments.
The results will be shared with concerned education institutes that will convey the reports to respective students.
If students from one category (orphan, disable etc.) are not available at tehsil level, all the four categories shall be clubbed at tehsil level (this will happen as the number of special quota scholarship at tehsil level is too small and individual quota may go in fractions).
2. If number of applications for special quota scholarship is less than the number of scholarships allocated to one tehsil, the number of special quota scholarships shall be adjusted against the total allocation of Special Quota Scholarships at district level.
3. If the number of applications for special quota scholarships is less than the number of scholarships allocated to a district, the remaining number of (unutilized) Special Quota Scholarship (SQS) shall be adjusted to the merit Scholarships of the Tehsil where the original shortfall of SQS existed. This will keep the originally allocated number of scholarships within the same tehsil and total number of scholarships within that district constant.
4. If the number of applications for special quota scholarships and merit scholarships are less than the allocated number in any district, the same may be adjusted in other districts of the same BISE; first by adjusting the special quota scholarship applicants and then the merit scholarship applicants. This will ensure that the total number of scholarships allocated to a certain BISE remains constant.