KARACHI:
It is great to hear that the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has partnered with several organisations in Pakistan to offer a wide range of scholarship opportunities to Pakistani students and researchers. The Study Scholarship Network of Pakistan and Germany, established by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and DAAD, is particularly impressive, as it offers scholarships for undergraduate and graduate studies, research fellowships, and post-doctoral programs in various fields. Many German organisations are working in Pakistan to offer educational scholarships in Germany, with a focus on social and political sciences, law, economics, and other fields.
These scholarship programmes are highly competitive, and the selection process is rigorous. The applicants are evaluated based on their academic excellence, and research potential, and only the most deserving candidates are selected. This ensures that the scholarship programmes attract and support the most talented and motivated Pakistani students and researchers. Most scholarship programmes cover tuition fees, living and travel expenses, and health insurance, making them even more valuable for Pakistani candidates. These programs can enhance candidates’ academic knowledge, and research skills, and broaden their perspectives and cultural understanding.
Such programmes can contribute to the overall development of Pakistan by building a highly skilled and educated workforce, which can help address the country’s socioeconomic challenges. Pakistanis who receive these scholarships gain valuable knowledge and skills and also bring back their expertise to contribute to the development of their home country. In addition, these collaborations between Germany and Pakistan also promote cultural exchange and understanding and strengthen bilateral ties. This cultural exchange helps to promote mutual respect and understanding between the two countries and can lead to long-lasting relationships and collaborations.
Shahbaz Tariq
Islamabad
Published in The Express Tribune, April 19th, 2023.
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