In a bid to foster international cooperation in education and bolster academic exchange, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan has recently announced scholarships for Pakistani and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) students. These scholarships are aimed at facilitating studies at the prestigious University of Politehnica in Romania for the academic year 2024-2025. The scholarships, funded by the Romanian Government, target both Master’s and PhD studies, with a particular focus on Engineering and Information Technology disciplines.
Opportunities Offered
Master’s Programs at University of Politehnica Bucharest
The University of Politehnica Bucharest offers an array of Master’s programs covering diverse fields of study. These programs include:
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Energy Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Telecommunication and Information Technology
- Aerospace Engineering
- Transportation Engineering
- Computer & Information Technology
- System Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Applied Engineering Science
- Engineering and Management
Eligibility Criteria
For Master’s Program
Applicants aiming for Master’s programs must fulfill the following criteria:
- Possess a Bachelor’s degree (16 years) from a recognized institution.
- Must be under the age of 35 at the time of application.
For PhD/Doctoral Program
As for PhD/Doctoral programs, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a Master’s degree (MS/MPhil) equivalent to 17/18 years of education.
- Should be under the age of 40 years at the time of application.
Application Process
Submission Guidelines
All applicants must adhere to the submission guidelines outlined by the Higher Education Commission. Key points to note include:
- Incomplete degrees by the application deadline are not considered eligible.
- Applicants must provide a valid HAT test score.
- HEC reserves the right to modify the nomination criteria.
Online Application
Applicants are required to apply online through the official HEC portal at https://scholarship.hec.gov.pk/. Upon registration and profile completion, candidates must select the “University of Politehnica Scholarship” option.
Deadline
The deadline for submitting online applications on the HEC portal is May 3, 2024. It is crucial for candidates to ensure timely submission to avoid disqualification.
Additional Instructions
For further instructions and requirements prescribed by the University POLITEHNICA Bucharest, applicants are advised to visit the following link: Additional Instructions and Requirements.