Malaysian Government
offers scholarship for postgraduate studies in Malaysia. The duration of
the award is 36 months for PhD and between 12 to 24 months for Masters Programme. International
students can apply for these scholarships. To be eligible for this
scholarship, applicants must not be more than 45
years of age during application. Students must have a
minimum of second class upper (Honours) or
a CGPA of 3.5/4.0 at Bachelor Degree Level for Masters Degree program
and for PhD programme must
possess CGPA 3.5/4.0 or very good result at masters degree level in a
similar field of intended PhD study. The application deadline is 30th
September 2013.
Study
Subject(s): Scholarships are provided in
the field of 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, clinical pharmacy at
Malaysian Universities.
Course Level: Scholarships
are available for pursuing a postgraduate degree program at Malaysian
Universities.
Scholarship Provider: Malaysian Government
Scholarship can be taken at: Malaysia
Eligibility:
To be
eligible for the Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (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 postdoctoral candidate
must have an 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
and 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 field of studies.
-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: International
Students can apply for these scholarships.
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.
Duration of
award(s): The duration of the award is
36 months for PhD and between 12 to 24 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
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
How to
Apply: All applications should be
made Online through the Ministry of Higher Education’s website.
Scholarship
Application Deadline: The application deadline
is 30 September 2013.