Staff Reporter
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has announced as many as 250 Allama Iqbal Scholarships in higher education for Sri Lankan students to study in Pakistan.
The scholarships have been announced by HEC as per directive of the Prime Minister of Pakistan, under the Pakistan-Sri Lanka Higher Education Cooperation Programme, an official told media.
Sharing further details, the official said that spread over the course of next five years, Allama Iqbal scholarships provide an excellent opportunity for 1000 Sri Lankan students to visit Pakistan and pursue undergraduate, postgraduate and postdoctoral degree programmes.
The scholarships aim to promote an effective exchange of knowledge and better understanding of cultures and traditions between Sri Lankan and Pakistani students, the official added.
Selected candidates will study in top ranked Pakistani universities, learn about Pakistani society and values, acquire leadership skills, and help educate fellow Pakistani students and community groups about their country and culture.
The Allama Iqbal scholarships are part of HEC’s internationalization initiative to encourage international students to study in Pakistan.
The scholarships offer full tuition fee of the programme for study in Pakistani universities, accommodation allowances, study allowances and one-time return air ticket. Women candidates are highly encouraged to apply for these scholarships.
