TAYLOR'S RESEARCH EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP Students interested in pursuing their Master’s / PhD’s studies at Taylor’s University in any of our postgraduate research programmes may apply for the Postgraduate Scholarship. This award is offered to support research in all areas of studies in the University and to instill excellent values amongst postgraduate students academically and socially. Award recipients are expected to devote their efforts to research and publishing articles as well as participating in University events and activities and getting engaged in various non-academic activities like community activism, charity work or educational services. Scheme A - PhD Entitlement *All the other fees are covered except for enrolment and visa-related fees Scheme B - PhD & Master's Entitlement - PHD Entitlement - Master's *International Students - International Student Charge and first year International Student Annual Fee are waived for both PhD and Master’s Eligibility Criteria - PhD Eligibility Criteria - Master's *Note Recipient must have one article accepted in Scopus and/or International Scientific Indexing ISI journal before graduation. Scheme C - PhD & Master's Entitlement Eligibility Criteria - PhD Eligibility Criteria - Master's *Note Recipient must have one article accepted in Scopus and/or International Scientific Indexing ISI journal before graduation. Scheme D - PhD & Master's Entitlement Up to 50% tuition fee waiver for a Applicable to Potential candidates require recommendation from their organisation / firm / institution Eligibility Candidate must meet the admission requirements academic and English language proficiency for the relevant research degree. Note Recipient must have one article accepted in Scopus and/or International Scientific Indexing ISI journal before graduation. ASEAN TOURISM SCHOLARSHIP ASEAN Tourism Scholarship is open for application by nationals from ASEAN member countries, to pursue postgraduate research studies Master’s / PhD on areas related/ relevant on ASEAN tourism. The research focus should be aligned to the ASEAN Tourism Strategic Plan ATSP priorities. Scheme A - for PhD Entitlement - PhD All the other fees are covered except for enrolment and visa-related fees. Eligibility Criteria Note Recipients must have Scheme B -for Master's Entitlement - Master's International Students - International Student Charge and first year International Student Annual Fee are waived. Eligibility Criteria - Master's Note Recipient must have one article accepted in Scopus and/or International Scientific Indexing ISI journal before graduation. SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION Step 1 Check the eligibility for scholarship application in Q1. Step 2 Complete “HIGHER DEGREES BY RESEARCH FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION FORM” with the Research Proposal Template to apply for Schemes A, B & C and ASEAN Tourism Scholarship. Click here to download Complete "HIGHER DEGREES BY RESEARCH TAYLOR'S INDUSTRY / ACADEMIC PARTNER SCHOLARSHIP RECOMMENDATION FORM" to apply for Scheme D. Click here to download Step 3 Submit the items mentioned in Step 2 with ALL relevant supporting documents and/or testimonials, including the first page of every publication if applicable to the Enrolment and Advisory Services – Postgraduate EAS-PG. FAQ ABOUT POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS RESEARCH Q1. The scholarships apply to whom? Taylor's Research Excellence Scholarship. Click here for details ASEAN Toursim Scholarship. Click here for details Q2. The Scholarships in Q1 are applicable to whom? Applicable to eligible local and international students commencing from January 2019 intake onwards. Should a student defer to the following year, scholarship offers may be revised to the prevailing scheme applicable at the new intake date. Student must have secured an Offer Letter of Admission from Taylor's University. This scholarship is applicable for study at Taylor's University in Malaysia only and is not applicable for the period of study at overseas partner universities. Q3. What are the closing dates for scholarships application? The scholarship application will be accepted throughout the year. However, there are deadlines for admission and scholarship application submissions. If a student wishes to enroll into a programme prior to the approval of scholarship, the student requires to bear the fees for that particular semester. International students will need to take into consideration of visa application processing time of 8-12 weeks before intake commencement date. Find below the application submission deadlines for 2021 intakes Q4. What do I need to prepare for scholarships application? Step 1 Check the eligibility for scholarship application in Q1. Step 2 Complete "HIGHER DEGREES BY RESEARCH FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION FORM" and the Research Proposal Template attached to the form. Click here to download. Step 3 Submit the items mentioned in Step 3 with ALL relevant supporting documents and/or testimonials, including the first page of every publication if applicable to the Enrolment and Advisory Services - Postgraduate EAS-PG. Email to postgraduate Q5. Who should I contact if I need more information from EAS - PG? Q6. What do I need to prepare if I am shortlisted for interview and what is the evaluation process like? Step 1 The shortlisted candidates are required to deliver a 15 minutes Power Point Presentation on the research proposal submitted to the Centre for Higher Degrees by Research CHDR. This will be followed by Q&A by a Panel of Evaluators. The Scholarship Evaluation criterion include the following - Academic Excellence - Quality of Research Proposal - Communication, Interpersonal and Leadership Potential A panel involving the Senior Management of the Faculty evaluates the application, CV, and supporting documents. Step 2 The Interview session conducted by a Panel of Evaluators on weekdays 900am-500pm Malaysian time. Step 3 The candidates are notified on the outcome of the scholarship application via email by CHDR as per the timeline stipulated in Q3. Step 4 If awarded, the scholarship recipient should return the signed scholarship award letter acknowledgement and acceptance part to CHDR within five 5 days from the date of notification via email chdr Note All decisions by Taylor’s University are final and no further appeals shall be entertained. Q7. If I am successful with my scholarship application and I am a local student, what type of fees would I still have to pay? Enrolment Fee. Partial tuition fee for Taylor's Research Scholarship recipient during the scholarship tenure. This will vary according to the quantum of scholarship awarded. Thesis submission fee. Item 1 and 2 will vary according to the quantum of scholarship awarded Note Scholarship recipients need to pay tuition fees and other relevant fees to the programme undertaken should they fail to graduate within the scholarship tenure. Q8. If I am successful with Scheme A scholarship or ASEAN Tourism Scholarship for PhD application and an international student, what type of fees do I have to pay? International Enrolment Fee EMGS Student Visa Application Fee EMGS Student Visa Renewal Fee yearly E-Val Personal Bond Deposit/ Advanced Tuition Fees varies based on the country of origin and will be advised by EAS - PG during the application stage Note Scholarship recipients will need to pay tuition fees and other relevant fees to the programme undertaking should they fail to graduate within the scholarship tenure. Q9. If I am successful with my Taylor’s Research Scholarship and/ or Scheme B for Master’s or PhD or ASEAN Tourism Scholarship for Master’s application and an international student, what type of fees do I have to pay? EMGS Student Visa Application Fee EMGS Student Visa Renewal Fee yearly E-Val Personal Bond Deposit/ Advanced Tuition Fees varies based on the country of origin and will be advised by EAS - PG during the application stage Note Scholarship recipients will need to pay tuition fees and other relevant fees to the programme undertaking should they fail to graduate within the scholarship tenure. Q10. If I am successful with Scheme C for Master’s or PhD and an international student, what type of fees do I have to pay ? International Enrolment Fee Partial tuition fee for Scheme B Scholarship recipient during the scholarship tenure. This will vary according to the quantum of scholarship awarded EMGS Student Visa Application Fee EMGS Student Visa Renewal Fee yearly E-Val Personal Bond Deposit/ Advanced Tuition Fees varies based on the country of origin and will be advised by EAS - PG during the application stage International Student Annual Fees except for the first year Hospitalisation and Insurance Note Scholarship recipients will need to pay tuition fees and other relevant fees to the programme undertaking should they failed to graduate within the scholarship tenure. Q11. If I am successful with Scheme D for Master’s or PhD and an international student, what type of fees do I have to pay? International Enrolment Fee EMGS Student Visa Application Fee EMGS Student VIsa Renewal Fee yearly E-Val Personal Bond Deposit / Advanced Tuition Fees varies based on the country of origin and will be advised by EAS - PG during the application stage International Student Annual Fees International Student Charge Hospitalisation and Insurance Thesis Submission Fee Note Scholarship recipients will need to pay tuition fees and other relevant fees to the programme undertaking should they failed to graduate within the scholarship tenure. Q12. Is there any bond of service for any of the scholarships offered in Q1? International Enrolment Fee Partial tuition fee for Scheme D Scholarship recipient during the scholarship tenture. This will vary according to the quantum of scholarship awarded EMGS Student Visa Application Fee EMGS Student VIsa Renewal Fee yearly E-Val Personal Bond Deposit / Advanced Tuition Fees varies based on the country of origin and will be advised by EAS - PG during the application stage International Student Annual Fees International Student Charge Hospitalisation and Insurance Thesis Submission Fee Note Scholarship recipients will need to pay tuition fees and other relevant fees to the programme undertaking should they failed to graduate within the scholarship tenure. Q13. If my scholarships application was unsuccessful, what other financial aid option do I have? Q14. Is it possible for me to apply for more than one scholarship? You may apply for Graduate Research Assistantship subject to the availability of grants by your Principal Supervisor. Q15. Is it possible for me to apply for admission to the university and a scholarship at the same time? You may apply for more than one scholarship if you meet the eligibility criteria of each scholarship. However, only one scholarship will be offered subject to the decision of the approving committee and availability of the scholarship. Q16. Is it possible for me to apply for a scholarship if I hold a conditional offer? Yes, you may submit the admission form and scholarship application form at the same time. However, scholarship application will be processed upon confirmation of admission into the Postgraduate Programmes Research that you have applied for. Q17. When should I submit my application to study at the University in order to allow sufficient time to apply for a scholarship? Q18. If I change my course of study will it affect my scholarship application? If you change your course of study after you were being offered a scholarship, the scholarship awarded will become void. You need to apply and go through the process again for the new programme applied. TERMS & CONDITIONS For full Terms & Conditions of the listed Research Scholarships 2021, click here. HIGH ACHIEVER SCHOLARSHIP 2023 Programme Postgraduate Taught Programme Conventional/Online Learning only Eligibility General Criteria Applicable to all students holding results from recognised institutions in Malaysia OR; Applicable to Malaysian students holding results from recognised overseas institutions Letter of Offer LOO required at point of application Applicable for Full-time/Part-time students Actual results required Eligibility Academic Criteria Bachelor’s Degree Minimum CGPA Assessment Written Assessment Interview Quantum 50% Tuition Fee Waiver Notes Meeting the minimum requirement does not guarantee the applicant a scholarship Interview is applicable for shortlisted candidates only Quantum will be awarded at the discretion of the Scholarships Management SCHOLARSHIP IMPORTANT DATES TERMS AND CONDITIONS Scholarships and bursaries listed are applicable for 2023 intakes only and are subject to availability on a first come, first serve basis. Scholarships and selected bursaries are applicable for all Malaysian or International students that hold academic results from any accredited institution in Malaysia and Malaysians from selected overseas institutions with selected qualifications. Clarification on accepted results may be obtained from the Scholarships Management through student’s appointed Counsellor. All 2023 scholarships and bursaries are subject to the following eligibility criterion i. studies conducted at Taylor’s University, Malaysia only; ii. registered students at Taylor’s University; iii. the programme and intake offered as stated in the Letter of Offer only; and iv. does not include period of study at overseas partner institutions including student exchange, except where fee is payable to Taylor’s University where applicable. Applicants are only allowed to use actual results to apply for the scholarship, but the scholarship is conditional upon meeting the minimum course entry requirements or the conditions attached to the letter of offer. Applicants must be certain of their preferred intake and/or programme during the point of scholarship and bursary application. Should applicants defer or change to a different programme and/or intake of the same year or different year during the processing period, the application will be voided. Taylor’s University reserves the right to rescind the offer if documents contain false information. This includes application without required attachments. Any late or incomplete application will not be accepted. Scholarship and bursaries application deadlines may be revised at the sole discretion of Taylor’s University without prior notice. Scholarship application deadlines can be found on the Taylor’s University website. The scholarships and bursaries are applicable to the programme and intake granted. Any changes to the intake and/or programme of study that results in the modification of programme title and/or duration of studies and/or intake commencement will result in immediate termination of the scholarship/bursary. For special consideration, the recipient shall correspond in writing immediately with the Scholarships Management to notify of the circumstance. Any approval for exceptions or special considerations is at the absolute discretion of the Scholarships Management and is not guaranteed. Where changes are made without prior approval, Taylor’s University reserves the right to withdraw the scholarship/bursary, and recipient will be required to repay the total scholarship/bursary amount disbursed to him/her in full. All decisions made by Taylor’s University are final and no further appeals shall be entertained. Recipients are expected to provide any documents as requested by the Scholarships Management at any given time within the stipulated deadline communicated to facilitate any requirements deemed necessary by Taylor’s University. Failure to do so will result in the scholarship/bursary being revoked and recipient to repay the scholarship/bursary amount disbursed to date in full. Recipients shall join the academic course at the given start date, failure to do so will result in immediate termination of the scholarship/bursary. The scholarship/bursary is a fee waiver; it is not exchangeable for cash, is non-transferable and non-refundable and the manner in which the awarded amount is disbursed will be decided by the Scholarships Management. Any requests to amend the quantum disbursement will not be entertained. The scholarship/bursary only covers the tuition fees and for avoidance of doubt does not cover fees such as the International Student Annual Fee, EMGS Visa Application Fee, International Student Charge, Hospitalisation and Surgical Insurance Fee, EMGS Renewal Fee or any other Visa-related Fee. The scholarship/bursary only covers subjects enrolled for the first time first attempt in the letter of offer. Retake of module or repeat of subject will not be covered by the scholarship. All fees should be paid by the stipulated deadline, refusal to do so either when awaiting the scholarship/bursary outcome announcement and/or throughout the duration of study will be subjected to terms of the institution policy which includes and is not limited to barring from classes and may result in the scholarship/bursary application being disqualified or scholarship/bursary being terminated and full fees being charged to the applicant/recipient. Recipients are entitled to one 1 type of scholarship/bursary/award/waiver/discount at any one time including sponsorship from other external institutions/bodies. Recipients shall inform the Scholarships Management of any other scholarships or sponsorship currently held or awarded at a later date. For scholarship and bursaries recipients, this disbursement will cease in the event recipients accept any external scholarship. The one with the highest quantum will automatically apply. If the scholarship offer is not accepted by the given deadline in the letter of offer, it will be automatically withdrawn and voided. No appeals will be entertained. By accepting this offer, recipients understand and accept the responsibility of being an exemplary student ambassador for Taylor’s University. Recipients must recognise that his/her behaviour and general conduct must, at all times, be above reproach and comply with all existing rules, regulations, requirements and policies of Taylor’s University. Recipients should not be involved, engaged in, or participate in any political, illegal or unlawful activity as a recipient of the scholarship whether within or outside the University premises. Failure to comply will result in immediate termination of scholarship and possible suspension in line with Institution policy. Recipients agree to act in an ambassadorial capacity, to provide student profiles or testimonials, interviews, advertisements, photographs, or any other publicity related activities if requested, and to attend scholarship or recruitment events as required for Taylor’s University. Recipients are encouraged to maintain a satisfactory academic result throughout the standard programme duration. Failure in doing so may result in the termination of the scholarship/bursary by Taylor’s University at the discretion of the Scholarship Management. Scholarship recipients are required to join the Scholar’s Club during the duration of their scholarship and fulfill required participation as stated in the club recruitment form. Upon accepting this scholarship/bursary, recipients are deemed to have accepted all terms and conditions stipulated here. Recipients also agree to indemnify and hold Taylor’s University harmless of and from any and all demands, claims, liabilities or actions of any kind whatsoever during their period of study at Taylor’s University. In the event the recipient withdraws from the programme, is suspended or terminated by Taylor’s University at any point of time before the completion of the programme, the scholarship/bursary shall be automatically terminated. However, should the recipient withdraw from the programme due to medical reasons, his/her scholarship/bursary may be retained, subject to the absolute discretion of the Scholarships Management. Taylor’s University, will be entitled to terminate the scholarship/bursary at any time, by immediate notice to the recipient in writing, in the event of i. misconduct, whether in connection with his/her study or otherwise; ii. failure to make such progress in his/her study as is considered satisfactory; iii. circumstances, such as illness, arising which, with the university’s agreement, would render it impossible for the recipient to complete his/her scholarship/bursary satisfactorily or prevent the purpose of the scholarship/bursary from being fulfilled; iv. dismissal, for any reason, from the recipient’s host university if on student exchange programme; v. breach of any local Malaysian law and practices; vi. conviction of bribery, in line with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Act, the current scholarship/bursary will be rescinded, and the recipient will be banned from applying for any Taylor’s financial aids and discounts for a period of up to five years; vii. failure to comply with the conditions of his/her visa if international student; and viii. the discovery that recipient have submitted fraudulent documentation. In the event of such termination, Taylor’s University shall have no further obligation to the recipient, and the recipient shall be bound to repay the amount that has been paid/waived to him/her under the scholarship/bursary, unless i. the termination is a result of his/her ill health and this has been certified by a registered medical practitioner; and ii. Taylor’s University has exercised its discretion to exempt the recipient from this condition. Any breach of the scholarship/bursary conditions is treated seriously and if the recipient believes to have breached a condition whether intentionally or unintentionally, the recipient should contact the Scholarships Management immediately to discuss the situation. Recipients are urged to take prompt action to resolve any misunderstanding that may arise as a result of the breach, accidental or otherwise. All decisions made by Taylor’s University are final and no further appeals shall be entertained. Taylor’s University has a range of social media platforms for scholars and alumni to interact with. We look forward to receiving recipients’ comments and participation in discussions, and we encourage open, lively debate. However, we do request that our scholars, fellows, and alumni adhere to certain good practices and conventions of polite and constructive discourse. Recipients agree to be contacted by Taylor’s University after graduation to be involved in interviews, advertisements, photography or other publicity related activities for marketing purposes. The terms and conditions of scholarship/bursary may be modified and amended from time to time as deemed appropriate by Taylor’s University and the current version can be found on the Taylor’s University website. All information including personal data provided in the programme and scholarship/bursary application may be used by or on behalf of Taylor’s University in the following manner and is not limited to i. processing of scholarship/bursary application, collection of feedback, communicate details of events, academic programmes and marketing information, and for any other purposes as required by Taylor’s University; and ii. periodical audit by Taylor’s University with regards to any information provided should the scholarship/bursary be administered, which includes and is not limited to grade reviews, semester status, and utilization of data for institution needs. All data collected will be handled in strict accordance to the PDPA guidelines as per organisation policy. MARA PROGRAM GRADUAN CEMERLANG GREP Fund Type Convertible Loan Amount Not specified, subject to MARA approval Details MARA offers education loans in the form of convertible loans to Postgraduate level Master and Doctor of Philosophy to outstanding graduates in the field. Requirements The applicant and one of the parent are of Bumiputera descent and Malaysian citizen. Age requirement Master Not over 40 years old Doctor of Philosophy PhD Not over 45 years old Academic Qualification Master Obtained a recognized Bachelor's Degree by Malaysian Government with CGPA minimum or equivalent. Doctor of Philosphy PhD Obtained a recognized Master's Degree qualification by Malaysian Government with CGPA minimum or equivalent. Applicants who do not meet the CGPA requirements as stated can be consider with minimum three 3 years related field working experience. Have a remaining period of study of at least 1 year for Masters level studies and 2 years for Doctoral level studies Philosophy. Field of Study The loan is applicable for ANY Master’s Degree or Doctor of Philosophy field of study as long as it is a full-time. Application Deadline Applications must be made online at MARA official website Further Details & Contact THE SARAWAK FOUNDATION – YAYASAN SARAWAK Details The Sarawak Foundation was established under the Sarawak Foundation Ordinance as a Statutory Body on 27 May 1971. Their objectives as in the Ordinance are To grant scholarships or to provide financial assistance of any form for the peoples of Sarawak, in particular, and to any Malaysian citizen, in general, to pursue their education in schools, colleges, universities or institutions of higher learning within Malaysia or abroad on such terms and conditions as the Board deems fit; Actively to promote improvement of opportunities for education for the peoples of Sarawak in particular and Malaysia in general, both locally and in any institution of higher learning throughout the world, but especially the Universities in Malaysia. To grant, and arrange for the award by other bodies of, scholarships or other educational assistance for the peoples of Sarawak or any Malaysian citizen whenever it deems fit to do so. To give assistance and provide relief, to any person whose circumstances are, in the opinion of the Board, considered to be deserving of such assistance or relief. To provide assistance, by way of loans, grants or otherwise, to organizations or institutions which are organized and governed for scientific, medical, educational, welfare, social or charitable purposes; and To make contribution and provide assistance towards the relief of national emergencies or calamities. SARAWAK FOUNDATION TUN TAIB SCHOLARSHIP Fund Type Scholarship Amount Not specified, please refer to the link provided Requirements Applicants must be a Malaysian Citizen with Sarawak Connection either parent. Research-based post graduates studies Masters, PhD & Specialists in specialized fields at local and foreign universities. Field of Study Course Work Attending master’s degree and PhD locally and abroad. Priority to the list of courses offered and passed the interview. Application open once a year through local advertisement. Research-Based Research-based studies for Master, PhD & Specialists locally and abroad. Priority to the list of courses offered and passed the interview. Application open throughout a year. SARAWAK TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION YBSTAR Fund Type Scholarship Amount Not specified, please refer to the link provided Requirements Open to students pursuing postgraduate degrees to PhD at selected IPTA / S throughout Malaysia. Applicants must be a Malaysian Citizen with Sarawak Connection either parent. Acquire CGPA and above for Certificate / Diploma / Matriculation / A-Level graduate and its equivalent. Field of Study Non – Science / Technology / Engineering / Mathematics Coverage Advanced Degree Bachelor, PhD & Specialist Tuition Fees, Living Allowance, Book Allowance, Toolkit Allowance, Thesis Training Allowance, Final Study Allowance & Flight Allowance. Return flight tickets once a year in the country and once throughout the course for overseas. Further Details & Contacts Yayasan Sarawak, Wisma Adenan, Jalan Sultan Tengah, Petra Jaya, 93050 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia. YAYASAN BANK RAKYAT PERMOHANAN PEMBIAYAAN PENDIDIKAN BOLEH UBAH PPBU Fund Type Funding Amount Not specified, please refer to the link provided Details PPBU is offered to tertiary level education from Skills Certificate, Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, Professional, Master’s Degree, and Doctorate to deserving Malaysian. Its aim is to aid the social and economic development of Malaysians by enabling bright but needy students to receive undergraduate education at local Public OR Private Higher Learning Institutions and Training Institutes in the country on a full-time basis. Master Requirements Malaysian citizen. Qualified to a FULL-TIME STUDY mode only. Applicants must have a savings account with Bank Rakyat with a minimum of RM100 account balance before applying. NOT less than 18 years old during application and accepting the study offer. NOT exceeding 45 years upon graduation for master’s degree. Confirmation of admission from the public OR private University OR Training Centre. Applicant must hold a bachelor’s degree with CGPA of and above. Duration of study 2 Years / 4 Semester. Total Funding Maximum of RM 12, 000 annually [Fee + Allowance]. Doctorate Requirements Malaysian citizen. Qualified to a FULL-TIME STUDY mode only. Applicants must have a savings account with Bank Rakyat with a minimum of RM100 account balance before applying. NOT less than 18 years old during application and accepting the study offer. NOT exceeding 50 years upon graduation for Doctorate & PHD. Confirmation of admission from the public OR private University OR Training Centre. Applicants must hold a master’s degree qualification with CGPA of and above. Duration of study 3 years / 6 Semester. Total Funding Up to RM55,800 3 years [RM800/Monthly Fee]. Field of Study *Open to all fields of study. except for Medical and Aviation License courses. Priority is given to the following fields of study Accounting Banking Business Management Human Resources Economy Media Communication Law Actuarial Science *Doctorate PHD, Masters Degree, Professional Studies, Bachelor Degree and Diploma in all fields of study. Further Details & Contact This scholarship geared me towards my goal of contributing in the Computer Science field. The environment and support from my supervisors allowed me to publish quality research work in a short time. With the generosity and support given by the university, I’m able to refine my research skills and learn various technical aspects to pursue a career in academia. I’m proud to be where I am today. The first step towards my dream of becoming a scientist wouldn’t have been possible without the postgraduate scholarship. Through it, I’m able to immerse myself in all aspects of research. The PhD programme conducted online due to COVID-19 was organised and well monitored. I appreciate my supervisors for continuously monitoring and guiding my research work despite the restrictions. For further information on the Postgraduate Scholarships, please contact Centre for Higher Degrees by Research Email chdr Tel 603-5629 5330/ 603-5629 5332 Student Recruitment & Experience – Postgraduate Email Tel 603-5629 5059