Oxford Pakistan Programme

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Malala Yousafzai Scholarship
for Pakistani Women

Malala Yousafzai Scholarship | Oxford Pakistan Programme
Malala Yousafzai
"When I graduated from Oxford, it was important to me that girls like meโ€”who fight for their right to be in schoolโ€”are able to pursue higher education."
โ€” Malala Yousafzai

Creating a legacy of leadership. Providing world-class education at the University of Oxford for the next generation of Pakistani women change-makers.

Malala Scholarship Legacy

Eligibility

Applications are open to Pakistani women pursuing Master's degrees (MSt/MPhil) with exceptional academic records and a drive for impact.

  • Remote or underdeveloped regions of Pakistan
  • Underprivileged socioeconomic backgrounds
  • Representing minority communities
  • Strong potential for community leadership

Scholarship Scope

Full Tuition Coverage

Comprehensive funding for the entire duration of the academic programme.

Integrated Living Support

Often paired with additional stipends to cover accommodation and daily expenses.

Lady Margaret Hall Residency

Exclusive residency at LMH, fostering a supportive community of scholars.

The Scholars

Meet the women transforming Pakistan's future through excellence at Oxford.

Minha Khan

Minha Khan

MSc Social Intervention & Policy
2022-23 Peshawar
Wajeeha Amir

Wajeeha Amir

MSc Social Intervention & Policy
2023-24 Peshawar
Ayeda Hamid

Ayeda Hamid

MPhil Development Studies
2024-25 Lahore
Zainab Aziz

Zainab Aziz

Masters in Public Policy
2024-25 Quetta
Suha Albanna

Suha Albanna

MSc Applied Linguistics
2024-25 Palestine
Aiman Nauman

Aiman Nauman

MSc in Mathematical and Theoretical Physics
2025-26 Lahore

A Lasting Commitment

We are dedicated to building a self-sustaining network of Pakistani women leaders. With zero administrative costs at Lady Margaret Hall, every donation directly fuels the education of our scholars.