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Universiti Malaya UM Bright PhD Scholarship in Malaysia 2027 – Fully Funded with a MYR 3,500 Monthly Stipend

Universiti Malaya , Malaysia, is accepting applications for the Universiti Malaya Bright Scholarship , a full scholarship for outstanding Malaysian and international students se…
Country
Malaysia
Level
PhD
Funding
Fully funded
Deadline
Open all year
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Overview

Universiti Malaya , Malaysia, is accepting applications for the Universiti Malaya Bright Scholarship , a full scholarship for outstanding Malaysian and international students seeking to pursue a Doctor of Philosophy by Research (PhD by Research) .

The scholarship provides a full tuition fee waiver and a monthly stipend of MYR 3,500 for up to 42 months . Applications are accepted throughout the year and considered under two main admission cycles.

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be 30 years old or younger in the year of application .

Are you eligible?

Check the main criteria before you apply.

  • Must be no older than 30 years at the time of application.
  • Hold a Bachelor's degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.70 out of 4.00 or equivalent.
  • Hold a Master's degree (Research or Mixed Mode) with a minimum CGPA of 3.70 out of 4.00 or equivalent.
  • Must not be receiving any other scholarship or financial aid from any other institution/entity concurrently.
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What the scholarship covers

Tuition fees

Included

Monthly stipend

⁦3,500 MYR⁩

Accommodation

Included

Visa

Included

Required documents

CV / résumé

Motivation letter

Diplomas & transcripts

Passport

Language certificate

How to apply

  1. 1

    First cycle

    applications close at the end of April for admission in October of the same year.

  2. 2

    Second cycle

    applications close at the end of September for admission in February of the following year.

  3. 3

    Visit the official UM Bright Scholarship page .

  4. 4

    Review the eligibility criteria and application instructions.

  5. 5

    Select a suitable research-based doctoral program and field of study.

  6. 6

    Complete the scholarship application form and attach the required documents.

  7. 7

    Submit the application according to the instructions provided in the official form and within the relevant application cycle.

Frequently asked questions

Is the scholarship open to international students?

Yes. The UM Bright Scholarship is open to Malaysian and international applicants of all nationalities.

Can I apply with only a bachelor’s degree?

No. Applicants must hold a master’s degree by research or an eligible mixed-mode master’s degree and meet the required academic criteria.

Does the scholarship cover all expenses?

The scholarship covers tuition fees and provides a monthly stipend. However, the university does not confirm coverage for travel, accommodation, visa costs or health insurance.

Are applications open throughout the year?

Yes. Applications are accepted throughout the year under two cycles: the end of April for admission in October and the end of September for admission in February.

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