Dept. of Electrical Engineering Scholarships Hunting Presented By: Dr. S. Hashim Bukhari Dept. of Electrical Engineering COMSATS University

Key Requirements A strong motivation Persistent behavior Know about your strengths

How to find scholarships Three methods: Finding through Universities Finding Professors through reputed journals Search from social contacts and platforms

Finding Universities

Finding Universities

Finding Professors

Finding Professors

Finding scholarships through social contacts and platforms The most effective method. Reference based hiring is the most common method these days. Join scholarships groups and visit them regularly

Finding scholarships through social contacts and platforms

Finding scholarships through social contacts and platforms

How to write Email to Professors DON’T FORGET to attach your CV, cover letter and research statement. Chose an appropriate subject to catch attention. Write short email. Introduce yourself. Tell about your research skills. Link your expertise with his/her research work. Read his/her recent research focus from their webpage.

What’s Next ? If Professor gives positive response Prepare yourself for interview Be confident Get yourself updated with recent research trends There may be two to three interviews before final selection If Professor does not respond Never expect a reply with in a week. Wait for few weeks before sending a follow-up email

Good Luck !!!