Applications for the 2012-13 "British Chevening Scholarship" programme are now open and the closing date for submitting applications is January 23, said a British High Commission press release here on Saturday.
The Chevening scheme offers successful candidates one year fully funded post graduate scholarships for study in the United Kingdom (UK). For the 2012-13 programme scholarships are offered in the areas of Journalism, Human Right, Public Administration, Economics and Business and Security and Conflict Resolution.
British High Commissioner to Pakistan Adam Thomson said, "Chevening is a highly competitive process designed to identify the most promising of the next generation of leaders to promote an affinity and greater understanding between our two cultures."
He said, "We are very pleased to welcome new scholars to study in the UK and wish them good luck for their future positions of influence and leadership in Pakistan."
The High Commissioner said he hoped that those who take part in this programme make the most of the opportunity to gain new skills.
He said, "I also hope that these scholars will be able to utilise their studies to benefit Pakistan upon their return."
The one year long postgraduate study programme will enable Pakistani students to become familiar with the UK; gain new skills, or update current professional skills; and play a decisive role in Pakistan's development upon completing their studies.