OPENED RECENT 2010 SCHOLARSHIP

BANK NEGARA SCHOLARSHIP

Scholarship Award 2010 / 2011 Academic Session
Prestige - Holistic Scholarly Development - Future Leaders

Quick Links: Application Form | Pre-University, Overseas Preparatory Programme | First Degree (Honours) | Master's Degree and PhD
FIELD OF STUDIES:

-Economics
-Accounting
-Actuarial Science
-Banking and Finance
-Corporate Finance
-Islamic Banking and Economics
-Law
-Shariah Law
-Information Technology
-Mathematics

A. PRE UNIVERSITY, OVERSEAS PREPARATORY PROGRAMME
( Online application will be opened from Thursday, 11 March 2010 and will be closed 7th days after the announcement of SPM results )

A-LEVEL, AMERICAN FOUNDATION PROGRAM, AUSTRALIAN MATRICULATION, INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME
Minimum Requirements

Passed the 2009 SPM examination with at least 8 As
Not exceeding 19 years old of age on 1 July 2010
Additional Requirements

-Good command of the English language, both written and oral
-Flexible, versatile and posses high teamwork capabilities
-Excelled in both extra-curricular activities and sports
-Sponsorship to pursue Bachelor Degree (Honours) at foreign universities will be extended subject to meeting the approved criteria.

B. FIRST DEGREE (HONOURS)
( Online application will be opened from Sunday, 7 March 2010 and closed on Sunday, 14 March 2010 )

LOCAL AND FOREIGN UNIVERSITIES
Minimum Requirements

Fulfilling at least one of the following criteria:

STPM / A-Level - at least 2 A and 1 B ; or

Diploma / Matriculation - Cumulative Grade Point Aggregate (CGPA) of at least 3.50 ; or
Australian Matriculation - TER of at least 85% ; or
American Foundation Program - SAT1 score of at least 1200 ; or
For candidates currently pursuing First Degree - Current CGPA of at least 3.50 .
and

-Passed SPM with credits in Bahasa Melayu and English subjects
-Not exceeding 25 years of age on 1 July 2010
-Have confirmed or will be offered a place to pursue a First Degree in 2009 at recognised local or foreign universities

Additional Requirements

-Good command of the English language, both written and oral
-Flexible, versatile and posses high teamwork capabilities
-Excelled in both extra-curricular activities and sports
-Students who are currently pursuing a First Degree (Honours) at recognised local and foreign universities are also eligible to apply.

C. MASTER'S DEGREE AND PhD
( Online application will be opened from Sunday, 7 March 2010 and closed on Sunday, 14 March 2010 )

(LOCAL and FOREIGN UNIVERSITIES)
Minimum Requirements

-Obtained a First Class (Honours) Bachelor / Master's Degree or equivalent from recognised local and foreign universities
-Will pursue courses that will add value to the roles and functions of Bank Negara Malaysia
-Not exceeding 30 years old for Master and 35 years old for PhD as at 1 July 2010.
and

-Passed SPM with credits in Bahasa Melayu and English subjects
-Have confirmed or will be offered a place to pursue Master's / PhD in 2010 at recognised local or foreign universities
-Post graduate students who are currently pursuing Master's or PhD at recognised local or foreign universities are also eligible to apply.

To apply,go to this link ( https://bnmapp.finet.bnm.gov.my/scholar/ )

Closing dates

Pre University : 7 days after announcement of SPM results
First Degree/Post Graduate: 14 March 2010
Note: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

KHAZANAH NASIONAL BERHAD SCHOLARSHIP

Announcements

5 March 2010
Khazanah Scholarship Programmes for 2010 intake are open for online applications from 6th March 2010 until 28th March 2010.
Please refer to respective scholarship programme.

For inquiries please call
+603 2727 6850 or
+603 2727 6851 or email us at yk@khazanah.com.my.

The Khazanah Global Scholarship is a prestigious award that offers opportunities for bright and high-achieving Malaysians to pursue Undergraduate and Postgraduate studies at the selected world’s leading universities. In addition, recipients of the Khazanah Global Scholarship are provided with leadership training and job attachment at leading organisations in Malaysia.

The training, job attachment and exposure, and the facility to gain professional experience at leading corporations in the world represent opportunities that we provide in our quest to nurture our scholars to realise their potential to become Malaysia’s future business and industry leaders.

The duration of the scholarship will be for the full course of study, as stipulated in the offer of admission, subject to Yayasan Khazanah’s terms and conditions.

The scholarship is open to all Malaysians planning to pursue or are currently pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate studies at the world’s top universities (only) including those in the United Kingdom, the United States and Australia.

General Terms and Conditions

Posses strong leadership skills and active participation in extra-curricular, social or voluntary activities

A personal statement (for undergraduate study) or a research outline (for postgraduate study) will be required.

Applicants must have consistence and outstanding academic achievement record as follows:

For Foundation Studies

Obtained a minimum of 8 1A in the recent SPM examination
Not exceeding 18 years of age as at the enrollment date for the foundation studies

For Undergraduate Studies

Obtained a minimum 3A’s, 1B for A-Level
Obtained a minimum of 3.50 CGPA for Bachelor’s Degree
Obtained admission to pursue or currently pursuing studies at renowned universities
Not exceeding 21 years of age as at the enrolment date for the degree programme

Master Degree

Obtained a minimum of Second Class (Upper) Degree (Hons) for Bachelor’s Degree
Obtained admission to pursue studies at renowned universities
Not exceeding 40 years of age as at the enrolment date for the Master programme
PhD

Obtained a distinction or ‘A’ grade average or equivalent (if there is a point system) at Masters level
Obtained admission or currently pursuing studies at renowned universities
Not exceeding 40 years of age as at the enrolment date for the doctorate programme

To apply,go to this link (http://www.khazanah.com.my/scholarship.htm)

ASEAN Scholarships for Malaysia: Pre-University One Scholarships

The application period for 2011 ASEAN Scholarships for Malaysia is from 6 March 2010 (6.00am) to 15 April 2010 (10.00pm).

Please submit your application via our online application system.
(https://isams.moe.gov.sg/azs/index.do?schmCat=ASEAN)

Students from Malaysia who wish to enter Singapore schools at the Pre-University 1 level under the ASEAN Scholarships are welcome to apply for the Pre-University awards. Candidates who are not short-listed for the scholarships may be considered for the Merit Awards.

Please note that there will be no May intake for the ASEAN Pre-University Scholarships for Malaysia from Year 2006 onwards. Applications for the Year 2011 ASEAN Pre-University Scholarships are now open till 15 April 2010 (applications are now closed). Short-listed applicants will be required to go through a selection test and an interview before being awarded the scholarship.

Eligibility

Students who meet the following criteria are invited to apply for the scholarship:

Nationals of Malaysia
Born in 1992 — 1994
Currently in Form 5 (or equivalent) or have taken the 2009 SPM / GCE O-Level Examination
Have done consistently well in their school examinations
Proficiency in English and a good record of participation in extra-curricular activities would be an advantage

Important Dates

Any dates given below are tentative and are subject to changes.

Activity
Application Period= Till 15th April 2010
Selection Test= End May / Early June 2010
Selection Interview= August 2010
Award of Scholarship= September 2010
Arrival of Scholar in Singapore= January 2011

Candidates short-listed for the selection test/interview will be notified a week before the selection test / interview dates. We regret only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Application Procedures

Note: For students receiving their GCE O-Level / SPM results this year (March 2010), please send in your application after you have received your results.

There are 2 modes of application – online or hardcopy application. Each applicant should submit only ONE application. Please do not submit a hardcopy application if you have chosen to apply online and vice versa.

Online application

Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line. For online scholarship applications, please use the online application system.

Hardcopy application

Applicants who do not have internet access may obtain the hardcopy forms from any of the following places:

High Commission of the Republic of Singapore
209 Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur

Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore
Suite 35.02, Level 35 Johor Bahru City Square Office Tower
106 – 108 Jalan Wong Ah Fook, 80000 Johor Bahru
Alternatively, applicants may also print out a copy of the application form.

Important Note

All applicants are required to submit certified copies of the following items directly to the Singapore Ministry of Education:

(i) Birth Certificate;
(ii) Identity Card / Passport (if any); and
(iii) Final Year Examination Result Slips for the last two years

Ministry of Education
School Placement and Scholarships Branch
Level 3, Podium Block,
1 North Buona Vista Drive Singapore 138675

Original documents that are not in English must be translated; the translations must be accompanied by a photocopy of the original documents. Please do not send any original documents.

All applications should reach the Singapore Ministry of Education before the closing date.

Test and Interview Cities

The selection tests and interviews will be conducted in the following cities:

Kota Kinabalu
Kuala Lumpur
Kuching
Penang
Singapore

Note:
Kota Kinabalu may be used as Test / Interview Centre if there are sufficient short-listed candidates.

Terms and Conditions

-Allowance of S$2,400 per annum with hostel accommodation
-Settling-in allowance of S$500 (once only)
-Economy class air passage (for East Malaysians) or S$50 transport allowance (for West Malaysians) to Singapore and back to home country upon completion of scholarship term
-Waiver of school fees (excluding miscellaneous fees)
-Waiver of GCE A-Level (or equivalent) examination fees (once only, if applicable)
-Subsidised medical benefits and accident insurance cover
-There is no bond attached to the scholarship