Fully Funded Bestway Foundation Scholarships for Students from Pakistan
Organization: University of Bradford & Bestway Foundation
Host country: United Kingdom
Degree level: Masters
Funding: Fully Funded
Deadline: May 1, 2026
Eligible countries: Pakistan
Fields of study: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
The University of Bradford is pleased to announce that the Bestway Foundation is supporting five fully funded scholarships for students domiciled in Pakistan. These awards are aimed at students who are starting a full-time Master's course in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) in September 2026.
These scholarships are specifically designed to aid students in financial hardship due to crises in their home country, such as political instability or natural disasters. Valued at approximately £35,000 each, the scholarship removes all financial barriers by covering full tuition fees, ensuring accommodation in The Green, and providing a robust living allowance distributed throughout the academic year.
Benefits
Full tuition fee coverage for the chosen master's programme
Free accommodation provided in The Green student village
Living allowance of £6,665 per annum (paid in three instalments: October, January, and April)
Total estimated scholarship value of £35,000
Eligibility
Must be domiciled in Pakistan
Must be applying for a full-time Master's course in a STEM subject (MBA is excluded)
Must be self-funded (cannot be sponsored by an employer or government)
Must be facing financial hardship due to a crisis in the home country
Must hold a 4-year Bachelor's degree with an overall average of 60% (or GPA 2.5/4.0), or a Master's degree meeting the same criteria
Requirements
Strong academic record meeting the minimum admission criteria for Bradford
Demonstrated financial need and a clear explanation of hardship circumstances
Proof of English language proficiency
Two academic references provided upon formal course application
Required Documents
Completed Bestway Foundation Scholarship application form
Official academic transcripts and degree certificates
Proof of English language proficiency
Personal statement detailing academic goals and financial hardship
Valid Pakistani passport copy
Programs of Study
Master's courses in Science
Master's courses in Technology
Master's courses in Engineering
Master's courses in Mathematics
Application Process
Complete and submit the specific Bestway Foundation Scholarship application form by the deadline
You do not need to secure a course offer before applying for this scholarship
Wait for the scholarship shortlisting process to conclude
If successful, submit a formal programme application to the University of Bradford with all required academic and language proofs
Apply for your UK student visa with guidance from the university team
How to Apply
Access the University of Bradford scholarship portal and locate the Bestway Foundation form
Complete the online application ensuring all sections regarding financial hardship are accurately detailed
Submit the form online before the May 1st deadline
Monitor your email for selection outcomes and further instructions regarding formal course admission
Selection Process
Review of applications focusing on academic excellence combined with demonstrated financial hardship
Shortlisting conducted by the University of Bradford and the Bestway Foundation committee
Conditional scholarship offers made to the top 5 candidates, which are finalized upon successful course admission and visa approval