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18/09/2026

Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2027–28

The Embassy of Switzerland in Pakistan has announced the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships to facilitate international academic exchange between Switzerland and Pakistan. The competitive funding scheme targets early-career scholars and researchers through two main pathways: a one-year research fellowship for current doctoral candidates seeking a research stay at a Swiss university, and a three-year PhD scholarship for postgraduate students aiming to complete a full doctoral degree in Switzerland. The awards deliver institutional financial support, medical insurance coverage, and travel configurations, with final selections managed directly by the Swiss Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS).

▪ Application Deadline: 31 October 2026
▪ Link to Apply:https://www.hec.gov.pk//english/HECAnnouncements/Pages/SGES.aspx

18/09/2026

Commonwealth Scholarship Programme (Master's & PhD) 2027–28

The Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan, serving as the national nominating agency, opens applications for the Commonwealth Scholarship Programme in the United Kingdom. Funded by the UK Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC), the programme offers 26 nominations for full-time taught Master's degrees and 30 nominations for Doctoral (PhD) studies across six distinct global development themes. The scholarship is fully funded, covering academic tuition, international air travel, and monthly subsistence allowances. Eligible applicants must be Pakistani or AJ&K permanent residents, hold a first-division degree terminal to their chosen path, and possess a valid Higher Education Aptitude Test (HAT) score of at least 60 out of 100.

▪ Application Deadline: 20 October 2026 (4:00 PM PST)
▪ Link to Apply: https://scholarships.hec.gov.pk

18/09/2026

Scholarships for SAARC Students at Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP) 2026–27

The Office of International Affairs (OIA) at the Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP) invites applications from SAARC member nations for its international student intake. For Pakistani nationals, the university has allocated four dedicated seats featuring an 80% tuition fee waiver, which reduces institutional fees to US$180 per semester. Eligible candidates can pursue undergraduate degrees across various departments within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Faculty of Business Studies, Faculty of Security & Strategic Studies, Faculty of Science & Technology, and Faculty of Medical Studies. Affordable residential hall accommodation and structured on-campus dining facilities are also accessible to selected international students.

▪ Application Deadline: 31 December 2026
▪ Morehttps://www.hec.gov.pk//english/HECAnnouncements/Pages/SAARC-Scholarship.aspx

16/09/2026

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) invites applications for a 24-month full-time Research Assistant position for the Smart Aqua-PV project, conducted in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The role focuses on developing a solar-powered, AI-enabled smart aquaculture system integrating solar photovoltaic systems, recirculating aquaculture systems, IoT water-quality monitoring, advanced piezo-acoustic sensing, and digital twin technologies. Eligible candidates must have a background relevant to renewable energy engineering, data analytics, or smart aquaculture infrastructure.

• Application Deadline: Dynamic based on institutional recruitment cycles.
• Link to Apply: uaeu.ac.ae
• Link to Original Post: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/zafar-said-b7344b72_research-assistant-smart-aqua-pv-systems-activity-7496505552861327362-OxZC

15/09/2026

15/09/2026

A scientific research team has demonstrated a novel brain-computer interface (BCI) capable of translating neural signals into simultaneous speech and upper-body gestures for patients suffering from total paralysis. While previous iterations of BCI technology were limited to single-mode outputs, this innovative system is the first to integrate both, offering a more authentic approximation of natural human communication.

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15/09/2026

The Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China, through leading universities including Hohai University and Harbin Institute of Technology, opens applications for the High-Level Graduate Student Program. Targeting international master's and doctoral candidates, this prestigious full scholarship supports advanced studies across critical engineering, science, and technology disciplines. The funding covers full registration and tuition expenses, standard university accommodation, comprehensive medical insurance, and a monthly living allowance.

• Application Deadline: 30 December 2026
• Link to Apply: https://ie.hhu.edu.cn/2025/1030/c14686a309297/pagem.htm
• Link to Original Post: https://lnkd.in/p/dNVgCtW3

14/09/2026

The Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) provides fully and partially funded institutional scholarships for international candidates pursuing undergraduate, master's, or doctoral programmes. The scheme covers full tuition components, comprehensive health insurance configurations, on-campus accommodation, and a regular monthly stipend for selected master's and PhD research tracks. Eligible applicants must meet the specified language proficiencies for either English-taught or Chinese-taught tracks and submit a comprehensive research study plan.

• Application Deadline: 25 December 2026
• Link to Apply: https://studyathit.hit.edu.cn/18367/list.htm
• Link to Original Post: https://lnkd.in/p/dVeNTdkY

14/09/2026

The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation Ministerial Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (OIC-COMSTECH), in partnership with UNI International (China) and Chinese TVET colleges, offers online training fellowships. The programme focuses on emerging digital disciplines including Amazon store operations, digital marketing techniques, product selection digitisation, and AI-generated content (AIGC). Tailored for students, trainers, faculty members, and technical professionals across OIC member states, the initiative provides international learning exposure and upskilling resources.

• Application Deadline: 12 October 2026
• Link to Apply: forms.gle
• Link to Original Post: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/comstechsecretariat_oic-comstech-and-uni-international-china-activity-7498990881673293824-fTEp

12/09/2026

The King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, offers a postdoctoral training programme for early-career scientists who completed their PhD within the last three years. The positions focus on genomic medicine, clinical research, biotechnology, biomedical imaging, and artificial intelligence in healthcare, delivering full-time institutional research funding and laboratory resource allocations.

• Application Deadline: Continuous roll-out based on individual Principal Investigator requirements.
• Link to Apply: kfshrc.edu.sa