1. 🎓 Scholarship Title
Yalda Hakim Graduate Scholarship for Female Afghan Scholars
2. 📝 Introduction / Overview
This fully-funded scholarship is awarded based on academic merit and potential to a woman from Afghanistan to pursue a one-year Master’s course in any subject at the University of Oxford. The scholarship aims to benefit students from economically and socially disadvantaged backgrounds, with priority given to those who are refugees or have experienced displacement.
3. 🌍 Host Institution Information
- Institution: Oriel College, University of Oxford
- Country: United Kingdom
- Academic Reputation: Oriel College is one of Oxford’s oldest colleges, known for its world-class teaching and research.
- University Homepage: https://www.oriel.ox.ac.ukoriel.ox.ac.uk
4. 🎯 Objectives of the Scholarship
The scholarship was established to provide educational opportunities to Afghan women who face significant barriers to education, including threats of violence and systemic restrictions. It aims to empower these women to become future leaders by offering them a safe and supportive environment to pursue higher education.
5. 🎓 Level and Fields of Study
- Level: Master’s (One-year full-time)
- Fields of Study: Any subject offered at the University of Oxford for one-year Master’s courses.
6. 🌎 Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Female applicants from Afghanistan
- Academic Qualifications: Strong academic merit and potential
- Background: Preference for candidates from economically and socially disadvantaged backgrounds, especially refugees or those with lived experience of displacement
- Language Requirements: Applicants must meet the University of Oxford’s English language proficiency requirements (e.g., IELTS,
7. 💵 Scholarship Benefits / Coverage
- Tuition Fees: Full coverage at the overseas rate
- Stipend: Living costs stipend provided
- Duration: One year
8. 📅 Application Timeline / Important Dates
- Application Opening Date: Typically in September (aligning with University of Oxford’s graduate admissions cycle)
- Application Deadline: January (specific date varies annually)
- Program Start Date: October of the following year
Note: Specific dates should be confirmed on the official scholarship page or the University of Oxford’s graduate admissions website.
9. 📄 Required Documents
- Completed online application form
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Personal statement or motivation letter
- Two academic references
- Proof of English language proficiency (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL)
- Valid passport or identification documents
10. 🛠️ Application Process / How to Apply
- Apply for a one-year Master’s course at the University of Oxford through the official graduate admissions portal: https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate
- During the application, indicate your interest in the Yalda Hakim Graduate Scholarship.
- Submit all required documents before the application deadline.
- Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for interviews or additional information.
11. 🔗 Official Link / Source
- Scholarship Announcement: https://www.oriel.ox.ac.uk/study-with-us/postgraduates/postgraduate-scholarships/yalda-hakim-scholarship-female-afghan-scholars/
12. 📞 Contact Information
- Email: communications@oriel.ox.ac.uk
- Phone: +44 (0)1865 286541
13. 🧾 Terms and Conditions / Additional Notes
- Duration: One academic year
- Renewal Policy: The scholarship is non-renewable and applies only to one-year Master’s courses.
- Post-study Obligations: While there are no explicit obligations, the scholarship aims to empower recipients to contribute positively to their communities and promote education and leadership among Afghan women.
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