Malaysia is known for its multi-cultures and multi-ethnicities. It is a blessed country in many Ways which makes it a compulsory state to take trips and tours. Malaysia is a great place to study as well for many reasons, some of them are as follows:-
Malaysian Higher Education System is equal to the standards of International system of Education. Its Education Ministry aims to bring it to the level of excellence as soon as possible. For this an agency called, Malaysian Qualification Agency is vigilant enough to take this responsibility. Malaysia is a place where foreign degrees could also be attain while staying there with ease and comfort.
Malaysia is a recently industrialized country, so the standards of education are high. It has a modern infrastructure thus provides with all the facilities for the students studying at Malaysian Universities.
The best thing about studying at Malaysia is education and living at this country is so cheap and affordable as compared to other countries like UK, USA, and France etc. Moreover, Malaysian immigration procedures are very straight-forward and easy for all the students who wish to seek knowledge at its universities.
Malaysia has the lower crime rate as compared to other countries, it is peaceful and a politically stable country, which is an ideal thing for a foreign student planning to study abroad. Malaysia is ranked as the 19th “Most Peaceful Country” among one hundred and nineteen countries around the globe. Since it is a hub of different races, ethnicities and creeds thus there are less communication problems for the alien people settling there; moreover it offers a wide variety of food for them to enjoy.
Malaysia is the 9th Most Visited Country of the world, which proves that it is a great idea to live explores and travels there. Some of the best universities of Malaysia are: University of Malaysia Sarawak, Northern University of Malaysia, the International Islamic University Malaysia, Multimedia University, University of Science Malaysia, Putra University, Mara University of Technology, The National University of Malaysia, The University of Technology Malaysia and many more. Among them the best two universities for the foreigners are Putra University and Science University of Malaysia.
Study in Malaysia Scholarship for International Students 2013-2014:
The Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS) for International Students is an initiative by the Malaysian Government to attract the best brains from around the world to pursue advanced academic studies in Malaysia. This scholarship aims to support Malaysian Government’s effort to attract, motivate and retain talented human capital from abroad.
Host Institution(s):
Malaysian Public and Private Universities
Field(s) of study:
This scholarship is divided into two (2) categories of study: Postgraduate and Post-doctoral Studies. Field of studies are in the following priority areas:
a) Science and Engineering
b) Agriculture and Fisheries
c) Economics and Islamic Finance
d) Information and Communication Technology
e) Biotechnology
f) Biosecurity and Food Safety
g) Infrastructure and Utility
h) Environmental Studies
i) Health including but not limited to, nursing, medicine, clinical pharmacy
*Applicants may choose any related course within the field/areas mentioned above
Target group:
Talented international students with excellent academic records and outstanding co-curricular backgrounds are welcomed to apply for this scholarship and further their studies in any selected and well-established Malaysian public and private universities.
Scholarship value/inclusions: Each scholarship consists of:
a) Air tickets from recipient’s capital city to Malaysia
b) An approved tuition fees
c) Monthly maintenance allowance
d) Annual grant for books and internal travel
e) Medical / Health Insurance
f) Installation and Termination grant
g) Thesis allowance (will be paid at the beginning of research (after proposal defense) and the balance will be paid only upon submission of the thesis) – For PhD and Post-Doctoral only
h) A conference travel grant and journal publication grant (PhD and Post-Doctoral only)
* The Government of Malaysia reserves the rights to review the value of awards at anytime (and if such changes are made, the value of scholarship will be changed and the effective date will be informed to the successful candidates).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS), applicants must fit the following criteria:-
a) Not be more than 40 years of age during application.
b) 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 Post-Doctoral candidate must have excellent reputation in research and possesses knowledge related to the research to be carried out.
c) 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
– 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.
d) In excellent health condition and certified by a Certified Doctor/Medical Professional. The cost of medical examination is to be borne by the applicants
e) Wrote a proposal that is relevant to the needs and interests of Malaysia (research-based programme only)
f) 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).
Application instructions:
All applications should be made ONLINE through Ministry of Higher Education’s website starting from 15 January until 30 March 2013. It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the online application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship. Official Scholarship Website
