The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan is offering scholarships to Pakistani/AJK nationals to study for Master’s degrees at the Chulabhorn Graduate Institute (CGI) in Thailand. The CGI is a leading international university that offers a wide range of Master’s programs in science, medicine, and environmental studies.
Are you a young Pakistani or AJK national with a passion for scientific research and academic excellence? Here’s an exciting opportunity for you. The Higher Education Commission (HEC) is inviting applications for the Chulabhorn Graduate Institute Post-Graduate Scholarship Program for the Academic Year 2024. This prestigious scholarship offers full funding for a Master’s Degree in various fields at the renowned Chulabhorn Graduate Institute. Read on to explore this incredible chance for free education, international exposure, and career advancement.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this highly coveted scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Age Limit: Applicants must be under 30 years of age as of August 15, 2023.
- Educational Background: Hold a 16 years Bachelor’s Degree with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75/4.00 in one of the following fields:
- Sciences: Chemistry, Biology, Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, Environmental Sciences.
- Medical Sciences: Medicine, Medical Technology, Pharmacy, or Pharmaceutical Sciences.
- HAT Test Score: All applicants are required to provide a valid HAT test score. In case you don’t have a valid HAT test score, visit the Education Testing Council website for further information. The nomination criteria for Masters programs are primarily based on the HAT test score, subject to HEC’s discretion.
- Research Experience: Applicants should possess experience in scientific laboratory research.
- English Proficiency: Demonstrated English proficiency is preferred, which can be showcased through recognized language proficiency tests like TOEFL or IELTS, or any other English proficiency certificate.
- Statement of Purpose: Applicants must provide a well-articulated statement of purpose, explaining their interests in the study.
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Fields of Study
The scholarship covers the following fields of study at the Chulabhorn Graduate Institute:
- Applied Biological Sciences: Environmental Health
- Environmental Toxicology
- Chemical Sciences
Scholarship Coverage
Selected scholars will receive comprehensive coverage, including:
- Tuition and other academic fees (credit fee, laboratory expenses, refresher course fee, enrollment fee, thesis fee, production of thesis documents)
- Round-trip airfare
- Visa fee
- First settlement allowance
- Relocation allowance
- Accommodation
- Monthly stipend
- Book allowance
- Health insurance
- Other related expenses
Award Period
The scholarship program consists of a six-week refresher course, followed by a two-year Master’s Degree program, subject to annual reviews of the scholar’s satisfactory progress. The refresher course is tentatively scheduled to commence in June 2024, while the academic program will begin in August 2024.
Application Procedure for Full Scholarships to Chulabhorn Graduate Institute for Pakistani/AJK Students
To apply for this life-changing opportunity, follow the steps below:
- Online Application: Visit the HEC portal at https://scholarship.hec.gov.pk, register, and complete your profile. Select the “Chulabhorn Graduate Institute Scholarship” option while submitting your application. Make sure to obtain a printed copy of the application for signature.
- Scholarship Application Form: Download the CGI scholarship application form and the medical history and report form from the provided links.
- Submission: Complete the Chulabhorn Graduate Institute Post-Graduate scholarship program application form and submit it via email to [email protected].
Document Requirements
At this stage, no hard copies of documents need to be submitted to HEC. Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit the following documents:
- Statement of purpose explaining their interests in the study
- Research proposal
- Attested copies of all academic degrees and transcripts
- Two passport size photographs
- Three Letters of Recommendation (academic or professional)
- Medical History Report
- Certificate of English language proficiency (preferably TOEFL or IELTS)
- NOC from employer (if employed)
- One copy of the HEC application form
- Other supporting documents to facilitate application screening
Deadline
The deadline to submit the online application on the HEC portal is August 15, 2023.
Notification of the Award
Successful candidates will be notified of the outcome by the CGI around January 2024.
For Further Queries
For more information and detailed queries, visit the official Chulabhorn Graduate Institute website at https://www.cgi.ac.th/admission/cgi.
Note
Please be aware that while HEC facilitates the nomination process, the final selection will be made by the donor country/agency/institute. HEC bears no financial liability regarding this scholarship.
Don’t miss this chance to pursue your dreams of higher education with a full scholarship, research opportunities, and a global experience. Apply now and embark on a journey of professional advancement and personal growth.