MALAYSIAN TECHNICAL COOPERATION PROGRAMME
SCHOLARSHIP FOR POSTGRADUATE STUDIES 2009
The Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) was launched in 1980. The main objective lies under its philosophy that the human resource development is a vital catalyst for countries to achieve sustainable economic and social development. The Programme consolidates various forms of technical cooperation in areas where Malaysia has the valuable experience and expertise. Through these cooperation efforst,Malaysia's bilateral ties with MTCP member countries were strengthened. The MTCP isimplemented through several cooperation programmes such as training in both short e scholarship is open equally to qualified candidate up to 45 years of age at the time of application.
Candidates should be the citizens of beneficiary as List of Participating Countries. They should, at the time of application, obtain a degree or equivalent qualification with at least upper second class honours, (or CGPA 3.0) for Master's programme; and hold a Master's degree with good grades for PhD programme.
The candidates must demonstrate outstanding verbal, reading and writing proficiency in the English language through on e of the following:
* Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or
* Test administered by the International English Language Testing Service (IELTS).
If deemed necessary, applicants may also be required to attend an interview and/or take an entrance test or English Test conducted by the Ministry of Higher Education or the Board of Admissions of the particular university.
Applicants must be in good health, both physically and mentally.
APPLICATION TO THE UNIVERSITY
University's application for admission is solely the candidate's responsibility. Proof of admission is not a pre-requisite to the award. Selection committee for MTCP Scholarship will only consider qualified applicants with outstanding academic achievement and professional performance. Interested applicants are advised to apply before the beginning of the academic year which falls on the month of July for most of Malaysian university. The scholarship awarded does not guarantee a placement in the university. Admission to any program is by way of applications to the university. Applications must abide to the requirement and procedure for admission set by the university.
VALUE OF AWARDS
* Each scholarship consists of:
i. a return air tickets from recipient's capital city to Malaysia;
ii. an approved tuition fees by the respective university;
iii. a maintenance allowance at the rate of RM1,200.00 per month;
iv. a yearly grant for books and internal travel;
v. thesis allowance, installation and termination grant.
* No marriage/family allowance for accompanying spouse or children.
* Government of Malaysia reserve the rights to review the value of awards at anytime, and if such changes are made, the values of scholarship will be changed and the effective date will be informed to the successful candidates.
Malaysian International Scholarship (MIS)
Scholarship for Undergraduate Studies in Malaysia
Malaysian International Scholarship (MIS) is a Premier Scholarship which offer opportunities to an excellent and outstanding your students to pursue their higher education in Malaysian universities. Funded by the Malaysian Government under the Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP), it is administered by the Ministry of Higher Education. The award are targeted for talented students with an excellent academic records and outstanding co-curriculum background to pursue their Bachelor's Degree at selected and well established Malaysian public and private universities. The scholarship is a part of Malaysian Government's objective in the encouragement of closer bilateral relations between Malaysia and the MTCP's participating countries.
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.
ELIGIBILITY
Candidates should be the citizens of MTCP's participating countries as listed in Appendix I. To be eligible for an award applicants must:
* Have completed their secondary education with minimum of 12 years of successful study with good outstanding grades;
* Have an impressive record of participating and leadership in extra-curricular or social and voluntary activities;
* Have at least two recent references and evidence of any other achievements including school and community participation;
* Meet the University's academic selection criteria and English Language requirement;
* Be in good health and be certified fit medically by a certified Doctor/Medical Professional of the bilateral partner country. The cost of medical examination is to be borne by the applicants; and
* Not more than 21 years of age.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
The general academic requirements for admission into undergraduate degree programmes of the following level or its equivalent:
* A minimum of 3 GCE ‘A' Levels with all subjects Grade B.
* Other internationally recognized qualifications of a similar standard will be acceptable.
APPLICATION TO THE UNIVERSITY
University's application for admission is solely the candidate's responsibility. Proof of admission is not a pre-requisite to the award. Selection committee for Malaysian International Scholarship will only consider qualified applicants with outstanding academic achievement and professional performance. Interested applicants are advised to apply before the beginning of the academic year which falls on the months of July for most of Malaysian university. The scholarship awarded does not guarantee a placement in the university. Admission to any program is by way of applications to the university. Applications must abide to the requirement and procedure for admission set by the university.
The scholarships are awarded to the applicants applying the accredited undergraduate courses offered by Malaysian public and selected private universities. However such awards are not available for undergraduate programmes offered by branch campuses of foreign university in Malaysia or twinning programmes offered through collaboration with any foreign universities.
VALUE OF AWARDS
* Each scholarship consists of:
i. a return air tickets from recipient's capital city to Malaysia;
ii. an approved tuition fees by the respective university;
iii. monthly maintenance allowance;
iv. a yearly grant for books and internal travel;
v. practical training allowance, installation and termination grant.
* No marriage/family allowance for accompanying spouse or children.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
If deemed necessary, applicants may also be required to attend an interview and/or take an entrance test conducted by the Ministry of Higher Education or the Board of Admission of the particular university.
Field of studies are in the following priority areas:
* Business and Finance
* Science and Engineering
* Agricultural Science
* Linguistic/Social Science
Note: Applicants may choose any related courses within the field/areas mentioned above.
*Others areas of interest may be considered depending on the availability of the place offered by the universities.
Malaysian International Scholarship
For Postgraduate Studies in Malaysia
(For Countries with Bilateral Cooperation with Malaysia)
Malaysian International Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies provides opportunities for students from countries with diplomatic relations and bilateral cooperation with Malaysia to pursue advanced academic study in Malaysia. The purpose of this scholarship is to promote bilateral arrangement with partner-countries on government to government basis, and to encourage students from other countries to study in Malaysia with the view to facilitate future collaboration and exchange of scholars in enhancing educational cooperation between Malaysia and partner countries.
Malaysian International Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies are available for postgraduate studies at Masters and PhD level tenable at Malaysian Universities. The duration of the award is 36 months for PhD and between 12 to 24 months for Masters programme.
ELIGIBILITY
The Scholarship is open equally to qualified candidate up to 45 years of age at the time of application. Candidates should at the time of application, obtain a degree or equivalent qualification with at least upper second class honours, (or CGPA 3.0) for Master's programme; and hold a Master's degree with good grades for PhD programme.
The candidates must demonstrate outstanding verbal, reading and writing proficiency in the English language through one of the following:
* Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or
* Test administered by the International English Language Testing Service (IELTS).
If deemed necessary, applicants may also be required to attend an interview and/or take an entrance test or English Test conducted by the Ministry of Higher Education or the Board of Admissions of the particular university.
Applicants must be in good health, both physically and mentally.
APPLICATION TO THE UNIVERSITY
University's application for admission is solely the candidate's responsibility. Proof of admission is not a pre-requisite to the award. Selection committee for Malaysian International Scholarship will only consider qualified applicants with outstanding academic achievement and professional performance. Interested applicants are advised to apply before the beginning of the academic year which falls on the month of July for most of Malaysian university. The scholarship awarded does not guarantee a placement in the university. Admission to any program is by way of applications to the university. Applications must abide to the requirement and procedure for admission set by the university.
VALUE OF AWARDS
* Each scholarship consists of:
i. a return air tickets from recipient's capital city to Malaysia;
ii. an approved tuition fees by the respective university;
iii. a maintenance allowance at the rate of RM1,200.00 per month;
iv. a yearly grant for books and internal travel;
v. thesis allowance, installation and termination grant.
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* No marriage/family allowance for accompanying spouse or children.
General Conditions of Awards
The following conditions apply to all scholarship holders:
* Scholarship holders must not change their programme during tenure of the scholarship except with written permission from their university and the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia.
* Scholarship holders must follow the approved programmes and abide by the university's rules, regulations and codes of conduct. Any suspension from the university will result in immediate suspension of the award.
* Scholarship holders are responsible for securing an appropriate entry visa including medical examination.
* Scholarship holders must maintain satisfactory progress and good standing as stipulated by their host university and degree programme, or the scholarship will be withdrawn.
* Any periods of leave must be approved by the university and in accordance with the purposes of the scholarship. It is expected that leave will be normally spent in Malaysia, but the university may approve a short period spent overseas. A student wishing to travel overseas for an extended period would first need to establish medical or compassionate grounds before Immigration clearance could be obtained. Expenses for such travel are not included in the scholarship.
* The scholarships are tenable in Malaysian universities and research will normaly be carried out in Malaysia. If appropriate it may be possible for a limited amount of research to be carried out in scholar's home country but financing of such an arrangement would be the responsibility of the scholar.
* Scholarships holders are not allowed to take any paid employment in Malaysia during their tenure unless with written approval from the host university.
* Upon termination of studies, scholarships holders are expected to return to their respective home countries immediately.
* This award is only given once to any successful applicant.
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Applicants should complete the application form (in 2 copies) attached with this document. The following documentation must be attached with the application form:
* A certified copy of the applicant's current passport showing evidence of citizenthip;
* The applicant's academic transcripts, testimonials and/or references relating to the relevant study, co-curriculum activities, achievements;
* Curriculum vitae;
* Passport-size photograph (2 copies);
* Completed Medical Report;
* A clear and precise study or research plan (for postgraduate studies);
* English language proficiency certificate or test score (if any);
* Admission letter from the university; and
* Two letters of recommendation.
Notes:
All certificates and related documents submitted must be certified by a recognized official or by the institution that issued the documents and must bear the official stamp and signature of the certifier. Official translation in English is required if the transcript is in other languages.
Applications must be endorsed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or agency responsible for technical cooperation in the respective recipient's Government and submitted to the Malaysian Government Representatives in the country in which the applicant has his/her permanent home; or send direct to:
The Secretary General
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Malaysia
Multilateral Economy and
Environment Division
Wisma Putra
No: 1, Jalan Wisma Putra, Presint 2
62602 Putrajaya
Malaysia
ROLE OF NOMINATING GOVERNMENT
* Each participating country is invited to submit two (2) nominations only.
* The nominating agency is responsible for nominating candidates for the scholarship and is expected:
i. to dissemination information about scholarships as widely as possible especially to all government agencies and public institutions of higher learning;
ii. to ensure all applications are completed according to requirements;
iii. to ensure that only qualified applicants are short listed;
iv. to nominate only the best among the applicants; and
v. to assist them for departure, it selected.
FURTHER ENQUIRIES
Please send the duly completed nomination forms (two sets) to the following addresses not later than 1 December 2008 :
Scholarship Division
Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia
Level 4, Block 1, PjH Tower
Precint 2
Federal Government Administration Centre
62100, PUTRAJAYA
MALAYSIA
Website : http:/www.mohe.gov.my
Email : norkamilahz@mohe.gov.my
* Please visit Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme's website, http:/mtcp.epu.jpm.my for the details.
RESULTS OF SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS
The result of the successful applicants will be announced through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the Malaysian Mission of that particular nominating country.
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