MTCP Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies in Malaysia, 2014

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.
Number of award(s): Not Known
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
Notification: Not Known
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.
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