21 destinations
Study abroad from Pakistan: 21 destinations compared
Choose between English-speaking giants, tuition-friendly Europe and close-to-home Asian and Gulf options. Each guide covers costs, scholarships, requirements, universities and visa realities for Pakistani students.
Quick guide
- Cheapest
- Germany, Turkey, Poland, Romania, Lithuania
- Scholarships
- Hungary, Turkey, China, Italy, Germany
- Work rights
- Poland, Canada, Australia, NZ
- Post-study
- USA, Canada, Australia, Ireland, Germany
- Close to home
- Dubai, Turkey, Malaysia, China
United Kingdom
One-year masters at globally ranked universities
- 1-year masters
- Graduate Route
United States
World-class research, scholarships and OPT work rights
- Merit aid
- STEM OPT
Canada
Quality education, work rights and PGWP pathway
- PGWP
- Co-op programs
Germany
Low-tuition public universities & strong job market
- Low / no tuition
- DAAD
Australia
Top-ranked universities and generous work rights
- Group of Eight
- 48 hrs/fortnight work
China
CSC scholarships and top-ranked STEM universities
- CSC scholarship
- STEM
Dubai (UAE)
International branch campuses, 3 hours from home
- Branch campuses
- Top-up degrees
Italy
Affordable tuition and generous regional scholarships
- DSU scholarships
- Low tuition
Ireland
English-speaking EU hub with a 2-year graduate stay
- Stamp 1G
- Tech & pharma hub
Malaysia
Branch campuses and twinning degrees at lower cost
- Twinning & top-up
- Muslim-friendly
Turkey
Fully funded Türkiye Bursları and affordable universities
- Türkiye Bursları
- Low cost
France
Affordable public universities & elite business schools
- Campus France
- Eiffel scholarship
New Zealand
Safe, welcoming and focused on practical learning
- 25 hrs/week work
- Post-study work visa
Hungary
Fully funded Stipendium Hungaricum and low living costs
- Stipendium Hungaricum
- EU / Schengen
Poland
Low tuition, low living cost and student work freedom
- Low tuition
- Work rights
Romania
EU degrees with some of Europe’s lowest tuition
- Low tuition
- English medicine
Sweden
Innovation-driven universities and merit-based scholarships
- English-taught
- Tuition waivers
Cyprus
English-taught degrees on a Mediterranean island
- English-taught
- Scholarships up to 50%
Finland
World’s happiest country with a high-quality, practical education
- UAS programmes
- Scholarships
Russia
Government scholarships and affordable degrees
- Government scholarships
- Low tuition
Lithuania
Affordable EU degrees in the Baltic tech hub
- Low tuition
- IELTS 5.5
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Indicative figures for international students. Open any destination for the full picture.
| Destination | Typical tuition | Work rights | After graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | £14,000 – £32,000 / year | 20 hrs/week in term time at degree level | Graduate Route — 2 years today; 18 months for applications from Jan 2027 |
| United States | $20,000 – $60,000 / year | On-campus up to 20 hrs/week; CPT with approval | OPT 12 months; STEM OPT +24 months |
| Canada | CAD 15,000 – 40,000 / year | Off-campus up to 24 hrs/week (term) | PGWP up to 3 years (field & language rules apply) |
| Germany | €0 – €3,000 / semester (most public: low or none) | 140 full or 280 half days per year (students) | 18-month job-search residence permit |
| Australia | AUD 25,000 – 55,000 / year | 48 hours per fortnight during study | Temporary Graduate (485) visa — 2 to 4 years |
| China | CNY 14,000 – 40,000 / year (medicine higher) | Restricted — permission required | Limited — varies by city/province |
| Dubai (UAE) | AED 30,000 – 100,000+ / year | Part-time work with permit and NOC | Golden Visa possible for outstanding students |
| Italy | €156 – €4,000 / year (public, income-based) | Up to 20 hrs/week | 12-month permit for job search |
| Ireland | €10,000 – €30,000 / year | 20 hrs/week in term; 40 hrs in holidays | Stamp 1G — 12 months (L8), 24 months (L9+) |
| Malaysia | MYR 15,000 – 50,000 / year | Very limited part-time rules apply | Limited — job-search routes vary |
| Turkey | $600 – $4,000 (public) · $4,000 – $15,000+ (private) | Part-time work with permit (after first year) | Limited — job-search options vary |
| France | ≈ €2,900 (licence) / €4,000 (master) at public universities | Up to 964 hrs/year (≈ 20 hrs/week) | 12-month temporary residence for job search |
| New Zealand | NZD 22,000 – 45,000 / year | Up to 25 hrs/week during term (eligible students) | Post-Study Work Visa up to 3 years |
| Hungary | €2,000 – €8,000 / year (medicine higher) | Part-time work allowed within permit limits | Job-search permit after graduation |
| Poland | €2,000 – €5,000 / year (medicine €10,000+) | Full-time students may work without a permit | 9-month residence permit after graduation |
| Romania | €2,000 – €4,000 / year (medicine €5,000 – €8,000) | Limited part-time work within permit rules | Limited — job-search permits vary |
| Sweden | SEK 80,000 – 190,000 / year | No fixed hour limit (studies come first) | Up to 12-month permit to look for work |
| Cyprus | €4,000 – €12,000 / year (Republic) · lower in the North | Limited part-time work within permit rules | Varies by system — check before enrolling |
| Finland | €4,000 – €18,000 / year | About 30 hrs/week on average | Up to 24-month job-search permit (post-master’s) |
| Russia | RUB 200,000 – 600,000 / year (≈ $2,500 – $7,000) | Limited — part-time with permits | Limited |
| Lithuania | €2,000 – €6,000 / year | Part-time work allowed within permit limits | Job-search permit after graduation |
Study levels
Bachelors, Masters, Top-up and PhD in the UK
Bachelors
After FSc, A-Levels or IB — choose the right country, course and pathway.
Learn moreMasters
One- and two-year master’s with the right career and visa fit.
Learn moreTop-up Programmes
Convert your ADP, diploma or 14-year degree into a full bachelor’s.
Learn morePhD in the UK
Funded and self-funded doctoral routes — our dedicated UK-only PhD service.
Learn moreFAQs
Choosing a destination
Straight answers to the questions every Pakistani student asks before choosing a country.
Which country is best for Pakistani students to study abroad?
There is no single best country — it depends on your budget, grades, target level and goals. The UK, Canada, Australia and the USA are the most popular for English-taught degrees, while Germany, Italy, Hungary, Turkey, Poland and China offer lower costs and strong scholarship routes.
Which countries offer free or low-cost education to Pakistani students?
Germany’s public universities charge little or no tuition, and Hungary, Turkey, China, Russia and Italy offer scholarship routes (Stipendium Hungaricum, Türkiye Bursları, CSC, Russian Government Scholarship, DSU). Living costs still need to be funded.
Can I study a master’s abroad after a 14-year degree?
Most countries need a 16-year degree for master’s admission. With a 14-year BA/BSc you can usually do a top-up bachelor’s or a pre-master’s year first. We check the exact route for your degree.
When should I start applying for 2027 intakes?
Start 8–12 months before your intake. For September 2027, begin in late 2026 — scholarship deadlines for countries like Hungary, Turkey, China and Germany fall between November and February.
Do you charge for counselling?
Your first counselling session is free. We explain our service scope and fees clearly before you commit to any application.
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