Purpose
The Shari’ah Scholarship Award is part
of the Fund for Shari’ah Scholars in Islamic Finance, which was established to
enhance knowledge and research, strengthen talents, and encourage intellectual
discourse in the field of Shari’ah in Islamic Finance. The Fund represents Bank
Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) commitment towards strengthening the development of the
Islamic
of the Fund for Shari’ah Scholars in Islamic Finance, which was established to
enhance knowledge and research, strengthen talents, and encourage intellectual
discourse in the field of Shari’ah in Islamic Finance. The Fund represents Bank
Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) commitment towards strengthening the development of the
Islamic
The application is open to all
nationalities pursuing postgraduate studies (Master’s or Doctoral) in the field
of Shari’ah or Islamic finance at recognized institutions of higher learning in
Malaysia.
nationalities pursuing postgraduate studies (Master’s or Doctoral) in the field
of Shari’ah or Islamic finance at recognized institutions of higher learning in
Malaysia.
Eligibility Criteria
- Obtained
a Bachelor Degree in Shari’ah from recognised local or international
universities (Bachelor degree in Shari’ah, Muamalat, Jurisprudence,
Islamic Law, Fiqh, Usul al-Fiqh or its equivalent); - Obtained
an offer to pursue or is currently pursuing Master’s or Doctoral
studies in Shari’ah, Islamic finance or its equivalent in a full-time
mode; - Obtained
a minimum CGPA of 3.50 (on a 4.0 scale), 4.0 (on a 5.0 scale), 80% (on a
100% point scale), pass with distinction or its equivalent; - Fulfilled
or passed language proficiency requirements specified by the programme; - Applicants
should NOT be in receipt of any other scholarship award or financial
assistance.
Coverage
- Academic
tuition fees – excluding registration or entrance fee, refundable deposit,
personal bond and accommodation; - Subsistence
allowance; - Book
allowance - Equipment
allowance - Conference
allowance - Thesis/end
of study allowance
Award
- Maximum
scholarship coverage for a Master’s student is two (2) years. - Maximum
scholarship coverage for a PhD student is three (3) years.
What is Required?
- Application
form; - A
copy of letter of offer; an official letter of admission from the
institution of higher learning confirming your placement at the
institution; - A
copy of academic certificates and full transcripts – Bachelor and/or Master’s
degree; - A
photocopy of personal identification / passport; - Two
letters of recommendation from referees; - A
copy of thesis proposal – applicable for programme by researcher
coursework & research.