Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Pakistan Scottish Scholarship Scheme (PS3) 1. What is the Pakistan Scottish Scholarship Scheme (PS3)? The Pakistan Scottish Scholarship Scheme (PS3) is a grant funded by the Scottish Government, specifically in order to create opportunities for young women in Pakistan to be able to pursue higher education at the post-graduate level. In particular, this scholarship scheme targets young women from disadvantaged backgrounds in order to financially support and allow them to study for a Masters’ degree at Pakistani universities. The scheme has been initiated in Pakistan in 2013 in response to the identified need of young women in the country who are deprived of the resources and opportunities to pursue and continue their education, and as a consequence to enable them to contribute positively to their community and society. 2. What is the role of the British Council in the implementation of the PS3? The British Council Pakistan will administer the PS3 in Pakistan and coordinate with the selected scholars for their tuition fee, subsistence etc. In addition, during the implementation of the scheme, the British Council will continue liaising with the HEC and the universities where successful candidates are undertaking their course of study. Furthermore, progress in the scheme will be shared with the Scottish Government. 3. Who can apply? The scheme is aimed at young women in Pakistan, falling under the following criteria: • Pakistani nationals and living in Pakistan • Maximum age limit is 35 years • Holding a confirmed offer of admission to a one or two-year Masters’ programme at an HEC-recognised institution of higher education in Pakistan • Applicants belonging to rural areas are encouraged to apply 4. What is offered in this scholarship? What else is covered, in addition to this? The PS3 will facilitate the award-holder by covering the tuition fee for a Masters’ programme at a university in Pakistan. In addition, the scheme will cover the award-holder’s university hostel costs, subsistence costs, and travel expenses to and from home to the university, no more than three times in a year. 5. What areas/locations and/or universities is this scholarship offered at? The PS3 covers study at the Masters’ level at any HEC-recognised university in any part of Pakistan. The names of these universities can be found at: hec.gov.pk/ourinstitutes/pages/default.aspx 6. What are the application timeframes and deadlines for the PS3? Applications will open end of July 2013 and close on 30 September 2013. 7. Do I need to have been accepted in a post-graduate course/programme at an HEC-approved university before I can apply for the PS3? Yes. 8. Can I apply for the scholarship to study at more than one university? No. The PS3 will only cover expenses for study at one university. 9. Can I apply for the Scholarship in the final year of my undergraduate degree? Only applicants holding a confirmed offer of admission in a Masters’ programme can apply. 10. Can I apply for the PS3 to study in an undergraduate (e.g. BA/BS/BSc) course at a university? No. The PS3 is only for Masters’ level courses (e.g. MA/MSc/M.Ed) 11. Can I apply for a short or part-time course at a university? No. 12. Can I apply for an MPhil or PhD degree at a university? No. Only one or two-year Masters’ courses (e.g. MA/MS/MSc) 13. Can I apply to a university outside Pakistan? No. The PS3 is only for study at a university in Pakistan. 14. Can I apply for a Scholarship if I am living outside Pakistan? No. 15. Will I have to take a merit test to qualify for the scholarship? No. Merit of an applicant will be judged on the basis of the university offer and recommendation from the same institution. 16. Can I bring my family/children with me if I am coming to study from out of town? The PS3 will only cater to the expenses of the successful candidates, within the agreed terms, and not additional people who may be accompanying them. Married students who are coming from out of town and who wish to bring their children will have to make arrangements for them on their own. 17. Can I work during my scholarship period? Award-holders may only work during the course of their study if it is allowed by their university. 18. Can I defer my scholarship for the next academic session? No, it is not possible to get a deferral for the PS3.
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