Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA)
Scholarship
Scholarships for Malaysian Undergraduate Students
1. UMP
Excellence Scholarship
·
Award:
Up to MYR 10,000
·
Eligibility:
Outstanding academic performance in pre-university
qualifications.
·
Additional
Info: Recognizes top-performing students entering
UMPSA.
2. UMP
Merit Scholarship
·
Award:
Up to MYR 8,000
·
Eligibility:
Strong academic results and active participation in
extracurricular activities.
·
Additional
Info: Rewards well-rounded students demonstrating
both academic and co-curricular excellence.
3. UMP
Need-Based Scholarship
·
Award:
Up to MYR 7,000
·
Eligibility:
Students from low-income families.
·
Additional
Info: Aims to alleviate financial burdens for
deserving students.
4. Sports
Scholarship
·
Award:
Up to MYR 6,000
·
Eligibility:
State or national-level athletes.
·
Additional
Info: Supports students who have excelled in
sports.
5. Community
Service Scholarship
·
Award:
Up to MYR 4,000
·
Eligibility:
Active involvement in community service projects.
·
Additional
Info: Encourages civic engagement among students.
6. Alumni
Scholarship
·
Award:
Up to MYR 3,000
·
Eligibility:
Children of UMPSA alumni.
·
Additional
Info: Fosters legacy admissions and alumni
relations.
7. Government
and Private Sector Scholarships
·
Award:
Government: Up to MYR 15,000; Private Sector: Up to MYR
5,000
·
Eligibility:
Varies based on sponsoring body criteria.
· Additional Info: Includes scholarships from organizations like Maybank Foundation, which offers scholarships to first-year undergraduates at UMPSA with household incomes below RM120,000 per annum.
Scholarships for International Undergraduate Students
1. UMP
International Student Scholarship
·
Award:
Up to MYR 12,000
·
Eligibility:
High academic achievers among international applicants.
·
Additional
Info: Supports international students
demonstrating academic excellence.
2. Government
Scholarships
·
Award:
Up to MYR 15,000
·
Eligibility:
Varies based on sponsoring government bodies.
·
Additional
Info: May include scholarships from the Malaysian
government or other countries.
3. Private
Sector Scholarships
·
Award:
Up to MYR 5,000
·
Eligibility:
Criteria set by private organizations.
· Additional Info: May include scholarships from corporations or foundations supporting international education.
Additional Information
·
Application
Process: Applicants should check specific
scholarship requirements and deadlines on the UMPSA official website or contact
the university's admissions office.
·
Maintenance
of Scholarships: Most scholarships require
recipients to maintain a certain GPA and demonstrate continued excellence in
their respective areas.
· Combination of Scholarships: Students may be eligible for multiple scholarships but should verify if they can be combined.
UMPSA Postgraduate Scholarships & Incentives
1. Master
Research Scheme (MRS)
·
Eligibility:
o Open to both Malaysian and international students.
o Bachelor’s degree with Honours or equivalent with a minimum CGPA
of 2.75.
o Priority given to candidates active in co-curricular activities.
·
Application
Process:
o
Submit application
o Application must be verified by the main supervisor.
o An interview session will be conducted at the faculty level.
·
Additional
Info:
o For local students in their final semester of Bachelor’s degree
at UMPSA, the "MRS: Jom Sambung Master" slot is available, requiring
a minimum CGPA of 3.00.
2. Doctoral
Research Scheme (DRS)
·
Eligibility:
o Open to both Malaysian and international students.
o Bachelor’s degree with Honours or equivalent with a minimum CGPA
of 2.75 and a Master’s degree with Honours or equivalent with a minimum
CGPA of 3.00.
o Priority given to applicants active in co-curricular activities.
·
Application
Process:
o
Submit application
o Application must be verified by the main supervisor.
o An interview session will be conducted at the faculty level.
·
Additional
Info:
o For local students, the "DRS: Jom Sambung PhD" slot is
available.
3. Vice
Chancellor Scholarship
·
Eligibility:
o Outstanding academic achievements and active participation in
research activities.
·
Award:
o Full or partial tuition fee waiver.
4. Holistic Incentive Scheme
·
Eligibility:
o Students who excel in both academic and extracurricular
activities.
·
Award:
o Financial incentives to support holistic development.
5. Publication Incentive Scheme
·
Eligibility:
o Postgraduate students who publish research articles in indexed
journals.
·
Award:
o Monetary incentives based on the quality and impact of the
publication.
6. Supervisory Incentive Scheme
·
Eligibility:
o Supervisors who successfully guide postgraduate students to
timely completion of their studies.
·
Award:
o Monetary incentives to acknowledge effective supervision.
7. Teaching Assistant Incentive
Scheme
·
Eligibility:
o Postgraduate students who assist in teaching undergraduate
courses.
·
Award:
o Stipends or allowances for teaching assistance.
8. 50% Staff Incentive Scheme
·
Eligibility:
o UMPSA staff pursuing postgraduate studies.
·
Award:
o 50% reduction in tuition fees.
External Scholarships for
International Postgraduate Students
1. Malaysia
International Scholarship (MIS)
·
Eligibility:
o International students with outstanding academic and
co-curricular achievements.
o Strong research proposal with potential contribution towards
advancement of technology and human well-being.
o Excellent proficiency in English.
·
Award:
o Full tuition fees and monthly living allowance.
·
Application
Process:
o Applicants must secure admission to a Malaysian public
university before applying.
2. Malaysian
Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) Scholarship
·
Eligibility:
o International students from developing countries pursuing a
Master's degree.
o Applicants must have secured a place in a Malaysian public
university.
·
Award:
o Full tuition fees, monthly allowance of RM3,500, and round-trip
airfare.
·
Application
Process:
o Applications are open for the September/October intake.
Additional Information
·
Application
Deadlines:
o Varies by scholarship; applicants should refer to the respective
scholarship pages for specific deadlines.
·
Maintenance
of Scholarships:
o Recipients are typically required to maintain a minimum CGPA and
fulfill specific conditions, such as publication requirements or teaching
assistance.
·
Miscellaneous
Fees:
o While some scholarships cover tuition fees, students may still be responsible for other fees such as registration, administrative charges, and service fees.
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Eligibility criteria
General
Academic Requirements For Undergraduate
For Malaysian Students:
- SPM (Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia): Minimum of 5 credits, including relevant subjects
based on the chosen program.
- STPM (Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia): Pass with at least a CGPA of 2.00 in relevant
subjects.
- Matriculation/Foundation: Pass with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 in relevant fields.
- Diploma:
Recognized diploma with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 in a related field.
For International Students:
- High School Certificate (HSC)/A-Level or Equivalent: At least three (3) subjects passed with a minimum
grade of C.
- Diploma or Equivalent Qualification: It is recognized by the Government of Malaysia and is approved
by the UMPSA Senate.
English Language Proficiency Requirements
For International Students:
Applicants must demonstrate their proficiency in English through one of the following tests below:
- IELTS:
Minimum Band 4.0
- TOEFL (Paper-Based Test): Minimum score of 500
- TOEFL (Internet-Based Test): Minimum score of 30–31
- MUET (Malaysian University English Test): Minimum Band 3
- Pearson Test of English (PTE): Minimum score of 36
Note: International students with
prior degrees from Malaysian institutions may be exempted from providing
English proficiency test scores.
Additional Requirements
- Health Examination:
All students are required to complete the UMPSA Health Examination Form,
which is provided with the offer letter.
- Student Visa:
International students must obtain a valid Student Pass to study in
Malaysia. The application for a student visa (Visa Approval Letter) should
be made through the Education Malaysia website after receiving the offer
letter from UMPSA.
Postgraduate Admission Eligibility Criteria
1. Master’s Degree (Research & Coursework)
·
Academic
Qualification:
o A
Bachelor's degree with Honours or equivalent from a recognized university.
o Minimum
CGPA of 2.75 or
equivalent.
o In
some cases, applicants with a CGPA below 2.75 but with relevant work experience
may be considered.
·
English
Proficiency:
o International
applicants must provide evidence of English proficiency such as:
§ IELTS
(minimum Band 4.0 - 5.0 depending on program)
§ TOEFL
(minimum 500 paper-based or equivalent)
§ MUET
or other accepted tests.
·
Additional
Requirements:
o Research
proposal (for research-based Master’s programs).
o Interview
or assessment by the faculty may be required.
2. Doctoral Degree (PhD)
·
Academic
Qualification:
o A
Master’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
o Minimum
CGPA of 3.00 or
equivalent.
·
English
Proficiency:
o Similar
English language requirements as for Master’s programs.
·
Additional
Requirements:
o Submission
of a research proposal.
o Approval
from potential supervisors.
o Interview or assessment by the faculty.
Other Notes:
·
Some programs may have specific prerequisites or
require relevant professional experience.
·
International students need to obtain a valid
Student Pass (student visa) to study in Malaysia.
· Applicants are encouraged to check the specific faculty or program pages for any additional requirements.
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Scholarships for Malaysian Undergraduate Students
1. UMP
Excellence Scholarship
·
Award:
Up to MYR 10,000
·
Eligibility:
Outstanding academic performance in pre-university
qualifications.
·
Additional
Info: Recognizes top-performing students entering
UMPSA.
2. UMP
Merit Scholarship
·
Award:
Up to MYR 8,000
·
Eligibility:
Strong academic results and active participation in
extracurricular activities.
·
Additional
Info: Rewards well-rounded students demonstrating
both academic and co-curricular excellence.
3. UMP
Need-Based Scholarship
·
Award:
Up to MYR 7,000
·
Eligibility:
Students from low-income families.
·
Additional
Info: Aims to alleviate financial burdens for
deserving students.
4. Sports
Scholarship
·
Award:
Up to MYR 6,000
·
Eligibility:
State or national-level athletes.
·
Additional
Info: Supports students who have excelled in
sports.
5. Community
Service Scholarship
·
Award:
Up to MYR 4,000
·
Eligibility:
Active involvement in community service projects.
·
Additional
Info: Encourages civic engagement among students.
6. Alumni
Scholarship
·
Award:
Up to MYR 3,000
·
Eligibility:
Children of UMPSA alumni.
·
Additional
Info: Fosters legacy admissions and alumni
relations.
7. Government
and Private Sector Scholarships
·
Award:
Government: Up to MYR 15,000; Private Sector: Up to MYR
5,000
·
Eligibility:
Varies based on sponsoring body criteria.
· Additional Info: Includes scholarships from organizations like Maybank Foundation, which offers scholarships to first-year undergraduates at UMPSA with household incomes below RM120,000 per annum.
Scholarships for International Undergraduate Students
1. UMP
International Student Scholarship
·
Award:
Up to MYR 12,000
·
Eligibility:
High academic achievers among international applicants.
·
Additional
Info: Supports international students
demonstrating academic excellence.
2. Government
Scholarships
·
Award:
Up to MYR 15,000
·
Eligibility:
Varies based on sponsoring government bodies.
·
Additional
Info: May include scholarships from the Malaysian
government or other countries.
3. Private
Sector Scholarships
·
Award:
Up to MYR 5,000
·
Eligibility:
Criteria set by private organizations.
· Additional Info: May include scholarships from corporations or foundations supporting international education.
Additional Information
·
Application
Process: Applicants should check specific
scholarship requirements and deadlines on the UMPSA official website or contact
the university's admissions office.
·
Maintenance
of Scholarships: Most scholarships require
recipients to maintain a certain GPA and demonstrate continued excellence in
their respective areas.
· Combination of Scholarships: Students may be eligible for multiple scholarships but should verify if they can be combined.
UMPSA Postgraduate Scholarships & Incentives
1. Master
Research Scheme (MRS)
·
Eligibility:
o Open to both Malaysian and international students.
o Bachelor’s degree with Honours or equivalent with a minimum CGPA
of 2.75.
o Priority given to candidates active in co-curricular activities.
·
Application
Process:
o
Submit application
o Application must be verified by the main supervisor.
o An interview session will be conducted at the faculty level.
·
Additional
Info:
o For local students in their final semester of Bachelor’s degree
at UMPSA, the "MRS: Jom Sambung Master" slot is available, requiring
a minimum CGPA of 3.00.
2. Doctoral
Research Scheme (DRS)
·
Eligibility:
o Open to both Malaysian and international students.
o Bachelor’s degree with Honours or equivalent with a minimum CGPA
of 2.75 and a Master’s degree with Honours or equivalent with a minimum
CGPA of 3.00.
o Priority given to applicants active in co-curricular activities.
·
Application
Process:
o
Submit application
o Application must be verified by the main supervisor.
o An interview session will be conducted at the faculty level.
·
Additional
Info:
o For local students, the "DRS: Jom Sambung PhD" slot is
available.
3. Vice
Chancellor Scholarship
·
Eligibility:
o Outstanding academic achievements and active participation in
research activities.
·
Award:
o Full or partial tuition fee waiver.
4. Holistic Incentive Scheme
·
Eligibility:
o Students who excel in both academic and extracurricular
activities.
·
Award:
o Financial incentives to support holistic development.
5. Publication Incentive Scheme
·
Eligibility:
o Postgraduate students who publish research articles in indexed
journals.
·
Award:
o Monetary incentives based on the quality and impact of the
publication.
6. Supervisory Incentive Scheme
·
Eligibility:
o Supervisors who successfully guide postgraduate students to
timely completion of their studies.
·
Award:
o Monetary incentives to acknowledge effective supervision.
7. Teaching Assistant Incentive
Scheme
·
Eligibility:
o Postgraduate students who assist in teaching undergraduate
courses.
·
Award:
o Stipends or allowances for teaching assistance.
8. 50% Staff Incentive Scheme
·
Eligibility:
o UMPSA staff pursuing postgraduate studies.
·
Award:
o 50% reduction in tuition fees.
External Scholarships for
International Postgraduate Students
1. Malaysia
International Scholarship (MIS)
·
Eligibility:
o International students with outstanding academic and
co-curricular achievements.
o Strong research proposal with potential contribution towards
advancement of technology and human well-being.
o Excellent proficiency in English.
·
Award:
o Full tuition fees and monthly living allowance.
·
Application
Process:
o Applicants must secure admission to a Malaysian public
university before applying.
2. Malaysian
Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) Scholarship
·
Eligibility:
o International students from developing countries pursuing a
Master's degree.
o Applicants must have secured a place in a Malaysian public
university.
·
Award:
o Full tuition fees, monthly allowance of RM3,500, and round-trip
airfare.
·
Application
Process:
o Applications are open for the September/October intake.
Additional Information
·
Application
Deadlines:
o Varies by scholarship; applicants should refer to the respective
scholarship pages for specific deadlines.
·
Maintenance
of Scholarships:
o Recipients are typically required to maintain a minimum CGPA and
fulfill specific conditions, such as publication requirements or teaching
assistance.
·
Miscellaneous
Fees:
o While some scholarships cover tuition fees, students may still be responsible for other fees such as registration, administrative charges, and service fees.
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General
Academic Requirements For Undergraduate
For Malaysian Students:
- SPM (Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia): Minimum of 5 credits, including relevant subjects
based on the chosen program.
- STPM (Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia): Pass with at least a CGPA of 2.00 in relevant
subjects.
- Matriculation/Foundation: Pass with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 in relevant fields.
- Diploma:
Recognized diploma with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 in a related field.
For International Students:
- High School Certificate (HSC)/A-Level or Equivalent: At least three (3) subjects passed with a minimum
grade of C.
- Diploma or Equivalent Qualification: It is recognized by the Government of Malaysia and is approved
by the UMPSA Senate.
English Language Proficiency Requirements
For International Students:
Applicants must demonstrate their proficiency in English through one of the following tests below:
- IELTS:
Minimum Band 4.0
- TOEFL (Paper-Based Test): Minimum score of 500
- TOEFL (Internet-Based Test): Minimum score of 30–31
- MUET (Malaysian University English Test): Minimum Band 3
- Pearson Test of English (PTE): Minimum score of 36
Note: International students with
prior degrees from Malaysian institutions may be exempted from providing
English proficiency test scores.
Additional Requirements
- Health Examination:
All students are required to complete the UMPSA Health Examination Form,
which is provided with the offer letter.
- Student Visa:
International students must obtain a valid Student Pass to study in
Malaysia. The application for a student visa (Visa Approval Letter) should
be made through the Education Malaysia website after receiving the offer
letter from UMPSA.
Postgraduate Admission Eligibility Criteria
1. Master’s Degree (Research & Coursework)
·
Academic
Qualification:
o A
Bachelor's degree with Honours or equivalent from a recognized university.
o Minimum
CGPA of 2.75 or
equivalent.
o In
some cases, applicants with a CGPA below 2.75 but with relevant work experience
may be considered.
·
English
Proficiency:
o International
applicants must provide evidence of English proficiency such as:
§ IELTS
(minimum Band 4.0 - 5.0 depending on program)
§ TOEFL
(minimum 500 paper-based or equivalent)
§ MUET
or other accepted tests.
·
Additional
Requirements:
o Research
proposal (for research-based Master’s programs).
o Interview
or assessment by the faculty may be required.
2. Doctoral Degree (PhD)
·
Academic
Qualification:
o A
Master’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
o Minimum
CGPA of 3.00 or
equivalent.
·
English
Proficiency:
o Similar
English language requirements as for Master’s programs.
·
Additional
Requirements:
o Submission
of a research proposal.
o Approval
from potential supervisors.
o Interview or assessment by the faculty.
Other Notes:
·
Some programs may have specific prerequisites or
require relevant professional experience.
·
International students need to obtain a valid
Student Pass (student visa) to study in Malaysia.
· Applicants are encouraged to check the specific faculty or program pages for any additional requirements.