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HEC CPEC Consortium: Six-Month Research Placement in China for MS/MPhil/PhD – Apply by 2026-08-14
HEC CPEC Consortium · Islamabad · The News International,
Admission advertisement published in The News International on Sunday, 26 July 2026, listed under Islamabad. Issued by HEC CPEC Consortium. The last date printed on the advertisement was Friday, 14 August 2026 and has passed.
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Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan invites eligible full-time MS/MPhil and PhD scholars from Pakistani/AJK universities to apply for a six-month research placement in China under the CPEC Consortium of Universities. The program aims to strengthen Pakistan–China academic linkages and advance research in national priority and emerging fields. Official acceptance from a Chinese host (university/institute/laboratory) that is a member of the CPEC Consortium is required.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Pakistani / AJK nationals only |
| 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 connection | Proposed work in China must be directly connected to the applicant's degree research and feasible within a maximum of six months |
| Host acceptance | Official acceptance/invitation from a Chinese university/institute/lab stating research area, host supervisor and proposed duration; host must be a member of the CPEC Consortium of Universities |
| PhD applicants | Completion of PhD coursework required. Eligible after 18 months of enrollment and up to a maximum of 3.5 years measured on the closing date. Research topic and synopsis must be approved by BASR, DASR or equivalent competent university body |
| MS/MPhil applicants | Completion of at least 18 credit hours and must have entered the thesis/research stage with topic approved by the host university/department |
| Area | Focus |
|---|---|
| 1. Emerging Technologies | AI, Machine Learning, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Robotics, Automation, related disciplines |
| 2. Water, Environment & Climate | Water/wastewater treatment, desalination, water security, environmental engineering, climate resilience |
| 3. Energy & Green Technologies | Renewables, storage, smart grids, green hydrogen, energy efficiency, energy security |
| 4. Advanced Industry & Earth Resources | Advanced manufacturing/materials, minerals, geosciences, marine and coastal technologies |
| 5. Agriculture, Food & Biotechnology | Precision agriculture, sustainable food systems, agricultural biotechnology, food security |
| 6. Infrastructure, Transport & Logistics | Bridges/tunnels, ports, shipping, supply chains, sustainable cities |
| 7. Health & Life Sciences | Biomedical sciences, telemedicine, public health, pharmaceuticals, infectious disease control |
| 8. Society, Economy & CPEC Studies | Economics, trade, Chinese studies, culture, media, tourism, CPEC-related social sciences |
How to apply: Submit applications and view complete details on the HEC website: https://www.hec.gov.pk/Site/ACCU. Do not send a printed copy of the online application form unless requested; shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide a signed printed copy along with required documents.
Contact / Issuer: Dr. Farida Anjum, HRD Division, Higher Education Commission, H-8, Islamabad. Email: [email protected]
Application deadline: 2026-08-14
Published in The News International 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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