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HEC CPEC Consortium: Six-Month Research Placements in China for MS/MPhil & PhD Scholars — Apply by 2026-08-14
HEC CPEC Consortium · Islamabad · The Express Tribune,
Admission advertisement published in The Express Tribune on Sunday, 26 July 2026, listed under Islamabad, Pakistan. Issued by HEC CPEC Consortium. The last date printed on the advertisement was Friday, 14 August 2026 and has passed.
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The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan invites eligible MS/MPhil and PhD scholars enrolled at recognized Pakistani universities to apply for six-month research placements in Chinese universities under the CPEC Consortium of Universities. The programme aims to strengthen Pakistan–China academic linkages and advance research in national priority and emerging fields.
| Eligibility & Key Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Pakistani / AJK national |
| Enrollment | Full-time MS/MPhil or PhD scholar at a recognized Pakistani higher education institution; must remain enrolled during selection and the proposed visit |
| Research Link | Proposed work in China must be directly connected to the applicant's degree research and be feasible within a maximum of six months |
| Host Acceptance | Official acceptance/invitation from a Chinese university, institute or laboratory stating research area, host supervisor and proposed duration |
| Host Membership | Host university must be a member of the CPEC Consortium of Universities |
| PhD applicants | Completion of PhD coursework; eligible after 18 months of enrollment up to a maximum of 3.5 years (measured on closing date); research topic and synopsis approved by BASR, DASR or equivalent competent university body |
| MS/MPhil applicants | Completion of at least 18 credit hours and must have entered thesis / research stage with topic approved by the host university/department |
| Priority Areas |
|---|
| Emerging Technologies: AI, machine learning, data science, cyber security, robotics, automation and related disciplines |
| Water, Environment & Climate: Water/wastewater treatment, desalination, water security, environmental engineering, climate resilience |
| Energy & Green Technologies: Renewables, storage, smart grids, green hydrogen, energy efficiency and energy security |
| Advanced Industry & Earth Resources: Advanced manufacturing, materials, minerals, geosciences, marine & coastal technologies |
| Agriculture, Food & Biotechnology: Precision agriculture, sustainable food systems, food security, agricultural biotechnology |
| Infrastructure, Transport & Logistics: Bridges/tunnels, ports, shipping, supply chains, sustainable cities |
| Health & Life Sciences: Biomedical sciences, telemedicine, public health, pharmaceuticals, infectious diseases |
| Society, Economy & CPEC Studies: Economics, trade, Chinese studies, culture, media, tourism and CPEC-related social sciences |
How to apply:
1. For application submission and complete details, visit the HEC website: www.hec.gov.pk/Site/ACCU
2. Do not send a printed copy of the online application form unless requested. Only shortlisted candidates will be advised to provide a signed printed copy of the online application form along with requisite documents.
Contact:
Dr. Farida Anjum, HRD Division, Higher Education Commission, H-8, Islamabad, Pakistan
[email protected]
Application deadline: 2026-08-14
Published in The Express Tribune on Sunday, 26 July 2026. DailyAds.pk indexes newspaper advertisements; the original notice and the issuing organisation remain the source for final terms and eligibility.
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