Malaysian Government is offering Malaysian
Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) scholarships for international
students to study postgraduate program in Malaysia. This is a
Government-to-Government basis without any bond imposed by Malaysia. The
scholarship is available The duration of the award is 36 months for PhD
and between 12 to 24 months for Master’s Programme. Deadline for application is
March 31, 2013.
Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) scholarships for international
students to study postgraduate program in Malaysia. This is a
Government-to-Government basis without any bond imposed by Malaysia. The
scholarship is available The duration of the award is 36 months for PhD
and between 12 to 24 months for Master’s Programme. Deadline for application is
March 31, 2013.
Study Subject(s): Field of studies is in the following priority areas: science and
engineering, agriculture and fisheries, economics and Islamic finance,
information and communication technology, biotechnology, biosecurity and food
safety, infrastructure and utility, environmental studies, health not including
nursing, medicine and clinical pharmacy. Applicants may choose any related
course within these mentioned field/areas.
Course Level: The scholarship is available for pursuing
postgraduate degree.
Scholarship Provider: Malaysian Government
Scholarship can be taken at: Malaysia
engineering, agriculture and fisheries, economics and Islamic finance,
information and communication technology, biotechnology, biosecurity and food
safety, infrastructure and utility, environmental studies, health not including
nursing, medicine and clinical pharmacy. Applicants may choose any related
course within these mentioned field/areas.
Course Level: The scholarship is available for pursuing
postgraduate degree.
Scholarship Provider: Malaysian Government
Scholarship can be taken at: Malaysia
Eligibility: To be eligible for MTCP, applicants must fit the following criteria:-
-Not be more than 45 years of age during application.
-Obtained a minimum of Second Class Upper (Honours) or a CGPA of 3.5/4.0 at
Bachelor Degree Level for Masters Degree applicants and for PhD candidates must
possess CGPA 3.5/4.0 or very good result at Masters degree level in a similar
field of intended PhD study. In addition, for post-doctoral programme, the
selection will be evaluated based on the number of books produced, refereed/non
refereed journals, portfolio and patent copyright. The Post-Doctoral candidate
must have excellent reputation in research and possesses knowledge related to
the research to be carried out.
-Took one of the following English Language Proficiency Test not more than two
years before the date of application. The list of tests and minimum scores
required: IELTS Academic Test with a score of at least 6.5; or TOEFL
paper-based test with a score of at least 580 or computer-based test with a
score of at least 230 or internet-based test with a score at least 92.
-In excellent health condition and certified by a Certified Doctor/Medical Professional.
The cost of medical examination is to be borne by the applicants
Wrote a proposal that is relevant to the needs and interests of Malaysia
(research-based programme only)
-Has applied for and gained admission to postgraduate and post-doctoral studies
in Malaysia (conditional letters of offer will be accepted at the time of
application or has a confirmation of acceptance or affiliation with the
universities in Malaysia).
-Not be more than 45 years of age during application.
-Obtained a minimum of Second Class Upper (Honours) or a CGPA of 3.5/4.0 at
Bachelor Degree Level for Masters Degree applicants and for PhD candidates must
possess CGPA 3.5/4.0 or very good result at Masters degree level in a similar
field of intended PhD study. In addition, for post-doctoral programme, the
selection will be evaluated based on the number of books produced, refereed/non
refereed journals, portfolio and patent copyright. The Post-Doctoral candidate
must have excellent reputation in research and possesses knowledge related to
the research to be carried out.
-Took one of the following English Language Proficiency Test not more than two
years before the date of application. The list of tests and minimum scores
required: IELTS Academic Test with a score of at least 6.5; or TOEFL
paper-based test with a score of at least 580 or computer-based test with a
score of at least 230 or internet-based test with a score at least 92.
-In excellent health condition and certified by a Certified Doctor/Medical Professional.
The cost of medical examination is to be borne by the applicants
Wrote a proposal that is relevant to the needs and interests of Malaysia
(research-based programme only)
-Has applied for and gained admission to postgraduate and post-doctoral studies
in Malaysia (conditional letters of offer will be accepted at the time of
application or has a confirmation of acceptance or affiliation with the
universities in Malaysia).
Scholarship Open for International Students: The international students can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: The MTCP scholarship for Postgraduate studies provides opportunities for
students to pursue advanced academic study in Malaysia. This scholarship is a
Government-to-Government basis, without any bond imposed by Malaysia.
Scholarships are intended for promising candidates who may be expected to make
a significant contribution to their own countries on their return from
Malaysia. The duration of the award is 36 months for PhD and between 12 to 24
months for Masters Programme.
students to pursue advanced academic study in Malaysia. This scholarship is a
Government-to-Government basis, without any bond imposed by Malaysia.
Scholarships are intended for promising candidates who may be expected to make
a significant contribution to their own countries on their return from
Malaysia. The duration of the award is 36 months for PhD and between 12 to 24
months for Masters Programme.
Duration of award(s): The duration of the award is 36 months for PhD and between 12 to 24
months for Masters Programme.
months for Masters Programme.
What does it cover? Each scholarship consists of:-
-Air tickets from recipient’s capital city to Malaysia
-An approved tuition fees
-Monthly maintenance allowance
-Annual grant for books and internal travel
-Medical / Health Insurance
-Installation and Termination grant
-Thesis allowance
-Visa
The Government of Malaysia reserves the rights to review the value of awards at
any time (and if such changes are made, the value of scholarship will be
changed and the effective date will be informed to the successful candidates).
-Air tickets from recipient’s capital city to Malaysia
-An approved tuition fees
-Monthly maintenance allowance
-Annual grant for books and internal travel
-Medical / Health Insurance
-Installation and Termination grant
-Thesis allowance
-Visa
The Government of Malaysia reserves the rights to review the value of awards at
any time (and if such changes are made, the value of scholarship will be
changed and the effective date will be informed to the successful candidates).
Selection Criteria: Applications will be considered according to the following selection
criteria:-
-High-level academic achievement
-The quality of the research proposal and its potential contribution towards
advancement of technology and human well-being.
-Excellent communication, writing and reading skills in English Language.
criteria:-
-High-level academic achievement
-The quality of the research proposal and its potential contribution towards
advancement of technology and human well-being.
-Excellent communication, writing and reading skills in English Language.
How to Apply: All
applications should be made online through Ministry of Higher Education’s website.
applications should be made online through Ministry of Higher Education’s website.
Scholarship Application Deadline: Deadline for application is March 31, 2013.
