The Annemarie Schimmel Scholarship for Women

The Scholarship was established in honour of Professor Annemarie Schimmel, to commemorate her great contribution to culture and poetry in Pakistan and her role as a dedicated woman scholar.

Candidates must have either a professional degree or they should have completed 16 years of education in a relevant discipline. They must be citizens of Pakistan and have a declared intention to return and pursue a career in Pakistan. Those having a minimum two year professional work experience will be given preference.

There is no restriction on age, but preference will be given to candidates between the ages of 25 and 40. A genuine need for financial assistance is an essential condition of the scholarship. Candidates must supply adequate evidence that they would not be able to study abroad without financial assistance. They must bear the expenses of air travel.

While not a requirement, preference will be given to applicants who have secured admission to a programme of study at a recognised institution of their choice in the United Kingdom. Candidates must have cleared their IELTS exam before appearing for the final interview held in November/December of the current year.