COMSATS Institute of Information Technology Directorate of Planning, Development & Human Resource Development 3» Floor, Faculty Block ~ II, Park Road, Islamabad Ph. (92-51) 90495190 No. CHT/P, D & HRD/18-4(41)/15 November 25, 2015 Subject: Pakistan Scottish Scholarship Scheme Dear Sir(s), Kindly be apprised that applications are invited under the Pakistan Scottish Scholarship Scheme. ‘The Scottish Government in collaboration with the British Council is offering scholarships for the young women in Pakistan. The scheme has following scholarships: (@) PhD research travel grants scholarship to Scotland. (b) Master’s level study scholarship in Pakistan, Details on the scholarship schemes are available at the link: hitps://www:britishcouncil.pk/scholarships-0 3. It is requested that the subject announcement may be disseminated among the faculty/staff/students and they may be encouraged to apply. A copy of the letter is enclosed herewith. 4. Incase the candidates have queries they may contact this office. Yours sincerely etna (P, D & HRD) E-mail: ayaz_mahmood@comsats.edupk With best regards, Enck As above, Distribution: 1, All Campus Directors, COMSATS Institute of Information Technology 2, All Deans, COMSA'TS Institute of Information Technology— @® BRITISH > 41 @® COUNCIL eee Dear Dr S M Junaid Zaidi, |!am writing in regard to the Pakistan Scottish Scholarship Scheme. Under this scheme there are ‘our programmes including one for schools, one for PhDs, one for apprentices andane for Masters level female students in Pakistan. Thé Pakistan Scottish Scholarship Scheme for Women in high@r education was initiated by the Scottish Government with British Council as an implementing partner in response to the identified need of young women in the country who are Geprived of the resources and opportunities to pursue and continue their education. ‘The Scottish Government in collaboration with British Council is providing PhD research travel ‘ants for women to conduct their research or dissertation in a Scottish University and is delighted to be supporting these grants which will help women in Pakistan achieve their potential and ambitions, aiding them to build a secure future for themselves and their families. ‘The grants aim to facilitate female PhD students enrolled in Pakistani Universities carry out research in Scotland. The applicant will be responsible for contacting and confirming a placement to carry out research in any University in Scotland, The Award: Pakistan Scottish Scholarship Scheme will facilitate award-holders with the following incentives: * Travel Expenses: Return ticket to Scotland, visa fee and insurance . ving costs for a period of maximum three months: rent and subsistence Application Procedure: Details of eligibility, documentation and how to apply can be found at the link http://www.britishcouncil,pk/scholarships-O {would be grateful if you could extend your support in promoting this scheme in your University Copies of this letter, posters and flyers have been sent to your University registrar office. Thank you in advance for your support. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me. Best Wishes / } Sarah Parvez, yo) ni Head Higher Education and Skills British Council, Pakistan —_— satah parvez@britishcouncilora.pk sli