PROGRAM SKIM BIASISWA MyBrainSc SCHOLARSHIPS

Descriptions are announced in Malay language.

Tarikh Tutup
29 Februari 2016 

A. PENGENALAN PROGRAM SKIM BIASISWA MyBrainSc SCHOLARSHIPS
Biasiswa MyBrainSc ini terbuka kepada seluruh warganegara Malaysia yang sedang atau akan mengikuti pengajian di peringkat Ijazah Sarjana Muda dan Pasca Ijazah Khas secara sepenuh masa dalam bidang sains tulen iaitu Fizik, Kimia, Biologi dan Matematik di Universiti Awam (UA) dan universiti terkemuka dunia atau bertaraf Ivy League.

Program ini merupakan salah satu agenda Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi untuk mencapai matlamat Pelan Strategik Pengajian Tinggi Negara (PSPTN) dan menghasilkan saintis-saintis muda yang berjiwa besar dan berani menyahut cabaran menghasilkan cendekiawan yang bertaraf dunia dan akhirnya diiktiraf sebagai Nobel Laureate.

B. BIDANG PENGAJIAN

• Fizik
• Biologi
• Kimia
• Matematik

C. SYARAT PERMOHONAN
Syarat-syarat permohonan adalah berdasarkan 3 kategori berikut:

1) Ph.D;

• Calon adalah warganegara Malaysia;
• Berumur tidak melebihi 35 tahun pada tarikh memohon;
• Calon telah mendapat keputusan cemerlang di peringkat Ijazah Sarjana Muda dalam bidang sains tulen iaitu mendapat sekurang-kurangnya PNGK 3.65 ke atas atau Kelas Pertama;
• Calon tidak mempunyai sebarang ikatan kontrak dari mana-mana penaja semasa di peringkat pengajian terdahulu atau pihak penaja bersedia melepaskan ikatan kontrak jika ditawarkan biasiswa ini;
• Calon yang sedang berkhidmat di mana-mana sektor awam atau swasta dan bersedia untuk melepaskan jawatan sekiranya di tawarkan biasiswa ini;
• Calon yang sedang mengikuti pengajian di peringkat sarjana secara penyelidikan penuh akan diberi keutamaan; dan
• Calon sedang mengikuti pengajian Ph.D atau telah mendapat tempat mengikuti pengajian dalam bidang sains tulen sama ada di dalam negara atau di universiti-universiti melalui portal permohonan.

2) Sarjana;

• Calon adalah warganegara Malaysia;
• Berumur tidak melebihi 28 tahun pada tarikh memohon;
• Calon telah mendapat keputusan cemerlang di peringkat Ijazah Sarjana Muda dalam bidang sains tulen iaitu mendapat sekurang-kurangnya PNGK 3.65 ke atas atau Kelas Pertama;
• Calon tidak mempunyai sebarang ikatan kontrak dari mana-mana penaja semasa di peringkat pengajian terdahulu atau pihak penaja bersedia melepaskan ikatan kontrak jika ditawarkan biasiswa ini;
• Calon yang sedang berkhidmat di mana-mana sektor awam atau swasta dan bersedia untuk melepaskan jawatan sekiranya di tawarkan biasiswa ini;
• Mod pengajian mestilah dalam mod penyelidikan dan sepenuh masa; dan
• Calon sedang mengikuti pengajian di peringkat Sarjana atau telah mendapat tempat mengikuti pengajian dalam bidang sains tulen sama ada di dalam negara atau di universiti-universiti yang disenaraikan melalui portal permohonan.

3) Ijazah pertama;

• Calon adalah warganegara Malaysia;
• Umur tidak melebihi 21 tahun pada tarikh memohon;
• Calon memperolehi sekurang-kurangnya PNGK 3.6 dan ke atas di peringkat Asasi Sains/Matrikulasi/STPM/Diploma, Skala 1800/2400 untuk semua ujian dalam SAT, 40/45 dalam IB dan 4A dalam A Level;
• Pelajar-pelajar yang berada di semester akhir di semua IPT; dan
• Pelajar belum lagi menerima menerima sebarang biasiswa / tajaan / ikatan perjanjian dari mana-mana penaja.

D. PERJANJIAN
Calon yang layak akan dikenakan ikatan perjanjian dan tempoh kontrak berkuatkuasa adalah bergantung kepada tempoh pengajian yang dibiayai oleh Kementerian. Kementerian berhak menarik balik penajaan serta mengenakan tuntutan gantirugi ke atas calon sekiranya;

• Calon diberhentikan oleh pihak IPT kerana masalah disiplin, kelemahan akademik atau sebab-sebab lain yang digariskan oleh syarat program dan perjanjian ini; dan
• Calon menarik diri dalam tempoh tajaan tanpa kebenaran.

E. PERMOHONAN

• Permohonan dibuka setahun sekali bermula pada 4 Januari 2016 hingga 29 Februari 2016
• Permohonan perlu dibuat secara atas talian (online) melalui Portal KPT
• Permohonan perlu dibuat secara atas talian sepenuhnya dengan klik menu LOG MASUK di atas, dan mendaftar sebagai pengguna sistem. Permohonan secara manual tidak akan diproses
• Pemohon hendaklah memastikan rancangan penyelidikan (proposal) telah dipersetujui dan disahkan oleh penyelia bagi peringkat pengajian Sarjana dan PhD
• Semua dokumen sokongan yang disertakan perlu diimbas (scan) dari dokumen asal dan disimpan dalam format imej (JPEG) atau PDF dan perlu dimuatnaik (upload) dalam sistem permohonan atas talian ini. Dokumen yang diambil (capture) menggunakan kamera tidak akan diterima
• Klik sini untuk panduan mengimbas dokumen sokongan.
• Klik sini untuk panduan menukar format dokumen softcopy ke format PDF.
• Jika tiada dokumen asal, pelajar boleh mengimbas dari dokumen salinan photostat tetapi dokumen tersebut perlu diakui sah oleh pegawai Kerajaan / badan berkanun dari Kumpulan Pengurusan dan Profesional (Gred 41 dan ke atas) / Penggawal / Ketua Kampung / Ketua Masyarakat.
• Dokumen sokongan yang perlu dimuatnaik adalah seperti berikut:

i) Permohonan peringkat Ijazah Sarjana Muda :

• Kad Pengenalan Pemohon (depan dan belakang)
• Gambar berukuran passport
• Slip Keputusan SPM
• Transkrip penuh Asasi/Matrikulasi/STPM/IB/A-level/Diploma/SAT
• Surat Tawaran Universiti (jika ada)

ii) Permohonan peringkat Master :

• Kad Pengenalan Pemohon (depan dan belakang)
• Gambar berukuran passport
• Slip Keputusan SPM
• Transkrip penuh Ijazah Sarjana Muda
• Rancangan penyelidikan
• Surat Tawaran Universiti (jika ada)

iii) Permohonan peringkat PhD :

• Kad Pengenalan Pemohon (depan dan belakang)
• Gambar berukuran passport
• Slip Keputusan SPM
• Transkrip penuh Ijazah Sarjana Muda
• Transkrip penuh Master
• Rancangan penyelidikan
• Surat Tawaran Universiti (jika ada)

F. KAEDAH PEMILIHAN

• Ujian saringan bagi mengenalpasti kecenderungan dalam bidang sains tulen; dan
• Penilaian oleh panel penilai penemuduga yang dilantik; dan
• Pemilihan bersama dengan agensi penaja lain seperti JPA, MARA dan lain-lain.

Link: https://biasiswa.mohe.gov.my

Shell Malaysia Scholarship 2016

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• Shell Malaysia Scholarship 2016
• Shell Malaysia Overseas Scholarships 2016 Eligibility
• Shell Malaysia Local Scholarships 2016 Eligibility

Shell Malaysia Scholarship 2016 Posted: 21 Jan 2016 06:46 PM PST Closing Date 10 February 2016 The Shell Malaysia Scholarship 2016 opens for application from Monday, 11th January 2016 to Wednesday, February 10th 2016. Shell Malaysia Scholarship 2016 At Shell, we are always on the lookout for remarkable graduates that help us to pioneer new ways to meet the world’s demand for energy, to build and develop the capabilities of today’s talent that will ultimately contribute towards the development of this nation. Since its inception, Shell Malaysia has sponsored more than 1500 deserving graduates to pursue their higher education in various fields of studies relevant to the Oil and Gas industry. It is a platform for students who are intending or currently pursuing their full-time undergraduate and postgraduate studies in universities recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia (MOHE), both locally and abroad. Fields of Studies We are looking to sponsor students intending or currently pursuing their higher education in the following fields of studies: Engineering: Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Petroleum, Electrical & Electronics Sciences: Geology, Geosciences, Geomatics, Geoinformatics, Biostratigraphy, Commercial: Human Resources, Finance & Accounting, Business & Management We also encourage students with disability to submit in your application. Eligibility - Shell Malaysia Local Undergraduate Scholarships - Shell Malaysia Overseas Undergraduate Scholarships How to Apply Please read the Shell Malaysia Scholarship Candidate Guide to ensure a successful application. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO SHELL MALAYSIA SCHOLARSHIP HERE Step 1 - Online application     Create an account, or login via an existing account     Apply and upload the latest version of your CV/résumé     Before submitting your application you will be asked to complete an online questionnaire Step 2 - Online assessment If successful during the application stage, you will receive an e-mail notification with instructions on how to complete the online assessment. There are two parts to the online assessment. * NOTE: Each part must be completed and submitted within 7 working days before the links within the e-mails you receive expire. Part 1: A series of competency-based questions These will take approximately 20 minutes to complete and will not be timed. Once completed, you’ll receive an email notification and this includes a link to begin Part 2 of the online assessment. Part 2: Consists of two tasks: a decision-making and a problem-solving task: You will need to complete both tasks. * NOTE: The decision-making task is not timed, but the problem-solving task does have a time limit. This assessment should take around 45 minutes to complete in total. The decision-making task assesses how you respond to common situations that Shell graduates may face, and the problem-solving task assesses your capacity for solving numerical reasoning problems. Step 3 - An interview Once you have submitted Part 2 of the online assessment we will review the results before contacting you to discuss a potential interview. The interview will be conducted via telephone. This is an opportunity for you to tell us more about your motivations for applying, your achievements, the challenges you've faced and how you've demonstrated the qualities we're looking for- What We Are Looking For. Successfully passing your interview we will review for possible face-2-face Shell Scholarship Assessment. Step 4 – Shell Scholarship Assessment Following your success in the first-stage interview, you will be invited to attend a half day assessment  where you will complete a range of assessed exercises covering group discussion, written task,  self-reflection interview, case study presentation and final interview. Link: www.shell.com.my/aboutshell/careers-mys/students-and-graduates/scholarship.html

Khazanah - Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies Merdeka Scholarship Programme

The Khazanah-Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies Merdeka Scholarships, established to mark the 50th anniversary of Malaysia's independence, are intended to enable outstanding Malaysian students to undertake postgraduate study at the University of Oxford. Subject areas may be drawn from a range of fields.

Candidates are required to demonstrate a high level of academic achievement, and how their study will make a contribution to the future needs of Malaysia. Awards will include university and college fees, accommodation and subsistence allowances, and return air fares.

Scholarship Eligibility

• Candidates, must be citizen of Malaysia, should have an excellent record of academic achievement and a proven capacity for independent research.
• Attention will also be given to the personal qualities of the candidates in terms of their leadership potential and ability to communicate.
• Candidates will be expected to show how their future careers and wider interests of Malaysia will benefit from a period of study at Oxford.
• Award of scholarship is condition to candidates secured placement in University of Oxford.

Fields of Study Covered

• Business
• Economics, Finance, Investment, Law, Actuarial Science
• Bio-Sciences
• Bio-chemistry, Bio-technology, Bio-engineering, Molecular Biology, Genomics and Bio-informatics
• Engineering
• Electronics, Micro-Electronics, Nano-technology, Materials Science

Other fields may also be considered. 

How to Apply
To apply, applicants are required to submit the following:

1. The completed application form. Click here to download the application form
2. A signed personal statement of not more than 1,000 words that includes a description of the intended area of study and describe how this will benefit Malaysia. The statement should also outline the applicant's reasons for wanting to study at Oxford, and summaries the personal qualities that would make them a worthy recipient of a scholarship
3. A list of academic qualifications and other awards and honours received
4. A statement of the status of their application to the University of Oxford
5. Two confidential letters of recommendation from referees who can assess in details the applicant's academic performance and potential. Two recommendation letters must reach the Oxford Centre for Islamic studies by the application deadline.

Contact
All correspondence should be addressed to:

The Academic Administrator,
Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies,
George Street
Oxford OX1 2 AR, UK
Tel: 44 1865 278730
Fax: 44 1865 248942
Email: academic.administrator@oxcis.ac.uk

Link: http://www.yayasankhazanah.com.my

Air Asia Asean Pass

Air Asia Asean Pass is only RM 499 for 10 credits and RM 888 for 20 credits.  You may enjoy many flights (http://www.airasia.com/my/en/book-with-us/asean-pass/list-of-available-destinations.page).  BUY now!

Merdeka Award Grant for International Attachment 2016

Closing Date : 29 February 2016


Merdeka Award Grant for International Attachment
The Merdeka Award Grant for International Attachment was announced in conjunction with the 2011 Merdeka Award Presentation Ceremony by Prime Minister YAB Dato' Sri Mohd Najib Tun Abdul Razak.

It is designed to make it possible for qualified and deserving Malaysians, between the ages 22-35 to engage in short-term collaborative projects/programmes of up to three months, at an internationally-recognised host institution in select disciplines (education, arts, sports, community/social work, environment, health, science and technology).

The attachment aims to help the recipient build on his or her expertise by undergoing a learning experience in an institution or organisation of international repute, and improving the Grantee's body of work and achievements.

The end goal is to promote thought leadership and innovation, foster a culture of excellence and encourage a world-view.

Please read through the application requirements carefully, and complete the form as required. Please also make every effort to substantiate your application with information that will showcase your expertise and experience in your chosen area of study.

Note that this application is only available online; the Merdeka Award Secretariat will not accept any hard copies or physical applications.

Application Requirements
The grant is awarded to qualified citizens of Malaysia, aged 22 – 35, residing in Malaysia or overseas, in the following fields:

•     Education and Community
•     Environment
•     Health, Science and Technology

Please take note of the following requirements:

•     For academics, a Master or equivalent professional degree at the time of application in the field in which you are applying.
•     For professionals and those outside academia, recognised professional standing and substantial professional accomplishments in the field in which you are applying.

Selection process
Upon submission, the Merdeka Award Grant committee will review the applications and shortlist candidates for interviews. You are required to meet all reasonable requests for dates and times for interviews, and are responsible for your own travel arrangements to the interview venue.

Application for the 2016 cycle is from October 1st, 2015 to February 29th, 2016.

Successful applicants will be notified via email and/or phone call.

* Dates are subject to changes. Please continue to check the website for updates.

How To Apply
It is very important that you fully understand the application criteria before you proceed with your application submission.

To avoid any appearance of conflict of interest staff of the Merdeka Award's Founding Partners - PETRONAS, ExxonMobil and Shell, and their immediate families are ineligible for the Grant.

Before filling in the online application form, please pre-prepare soft copies of the following documents, which should be attached with the online application.

Please take note that you have to reupload all the documents required if you encounter any error during the submission.

1. Recent Passport Sized Photo
2. Identity Card
3. Academic Transcripts
4. Attachment Proposal
5. Attachment Budget
6. Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
7. Résumé/Curriculum Vitae
8. Others

Each file/document uploaded MUST NOT exceed the maximum file size of 5MB.

Note: In the event that more files need to be uploaded, please combine the files and upload them under the category “Others” and ensure that file names are reflective of their content.

Link: http://www.merdekaaward.my

Yayasan Cemerlang Tun Rahah Scholarship Fund 2016

Closing Date : 31 December 2015  Yayasan Cemerlang Tun Rahah Scholarship Fund 2016 The Tun Rahah Scholarship Fund aims to nurture the potential of deserving young Malaysians to enable them to pursue a quality education at any local university. We are proud that our graduates are making inroads into a wide range of careers with leading institutions in Malaysia and abroad. This would not be possible without your kind support. Yayasan Cemerlang offers underprivileged youths with a scholarship awards to pursue higher education at local universities in Malaysia. These awards will enable the selected candidates an opportunity to develop their full potential, fulfil their aspirations and contribute towards the nation’s development. Eligibility Criteria Malaysian citizen For undergraduate programmes minimum 5As in SPM / 3As in STPM For Masters' programmes minimum CGPA of 3.00 from recognized university Proven records in extra- curricular activities and/or social community services Evidence of good interpersonal communication, leadership skills No financial assistance from other agencies Specifically for fresh intake students (Foundation, Matriculation, Bachelor/Degree, Master) Please refer to the list below for preferred Malaysian Universities:     Universiti Tun Abdul Razak (UNIRAZAK)     Multimedia University (MMU)     Universiti Malaya (UM)     Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)     Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)     Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM)     Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)     Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)     International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)     Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP) Fields of Study Business Management (Entrepreneurship) Business Administration (Islamic Financial Planning) Business Administration (Islamic Banking & Finance) Business Administration (Insurance) Accounting (CPA Australia) Taxation Leadership Government & Public Policy Economics Political Science Social Sciences Law Syariah Award Details The Award will entitle a Recipient to either ONE of the following:      a) Full scholarship: covers tuition, living expenses and full waiver on all registration and annual fees.      b) Bursary: covers tuition fees only. This Award is not transferable and not redeemable for cash. Conditions The Recipient is required to fulfil the following conditions. Failure to strictly observe the conditions contained herein will entitle Yayasan Cemerlang to the right to automatically withdraw the Award without notice. a) The recipient must not commit any unlawful act(s) or offence(s) punishable by law, or any form of misconduct, in breach of the university’s rules and regulations. b) The recipient must not to do anything, verbally or otherwise, which could tarnish Yayasan Cemerlang image. c) The recipient must maintain a study load of at least 15 (fifteen) credit hours in a normal semester and at least 6 (six) credit hours in a short semester. d) The recipient must maintain Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.0 every semester. e) The recipient must not engage be/involved in any misconduct or improper or immoral behavior. f) The recipient is not allowed to defer or postpone study without the prior written approval of Faculty Dean. Where approval has been obtained, Recipient must submit a copy of the written approval to the Secretariat of Tun Rahah Scholarship Award. g) The recipient must at all times observe and abide by the university rules and regulations, which may be changed at any time or from time to time. Non Obligation Neither the Award nor the Letter of Offer shall be taken as a promise or offer of employment by Yayasan Cemerlang to Recipient, nor will Recipient be required to serve Yayasan Cemerlang under any contract of employment, for any reason or at any time whatsoever. How to Apply Download Applications Form here.  Follow the instructions in the applications form and send it by mail to our address:  Yayasan Cemerlang c/o Universiti Tun Abdul Razak (UNIRAZAK) Level 18, Jalan Tangsi 50480 Kuala Lumpur For more information please email your enquires at trsf@yayasancemerlang.org.my Link: http://www.yayasancemerlang.org.my

MNRB Holdings Berhad Scholarship Fund 2016

Closing Date: 5 January 2016 MNRB Scholarship Fund The MNRB Scholarship Fund was established by MNRB Holdings Berhad in 1 April 1998 with an objective to assist in the development of the nation’s insurance and takaful industries by enabling promising students to have access to quality education in order to produce quality insurance and takaful professionals for the long term development of the Malaysian insurance and takaful industries. Since then the Fund has awarded more than 430 bright Malaysians from all races to pursue full-time studies in Actuarial Science, Risk Management and Insurance at local universities. The Fund, in collaboration with the Malaysian Insurance Institute (MII), also awards scholarships to employees of the local insurance industry to pursue part-time studies for the Diploma of the Malaysian Insurance Institute (DMII) and the Associateship of the Malaysian Insurance Institute (AMII) certifications at MII. Fields of Study      Insurance     Actuarial Science      Risk Management      Shariah   Value of Scholarship Living Allowance     Local Matriculation / Foundation - RM8,000 per annum      Local first Degree - RM10,000 per annum      Overseas studies - Living allowance, relocation and other allowances      A bonding period is attached  Tuition Fees      Public & private universities / colleges - On actual     Overseas studies - On actual  Selection Criteria Age: Age 23 and below SPM / Trial SPM: Minimum 6As, including English, Mathematics & Science; or STPM / Trial STPM: At least 3As and pass the General Paper; or Matriculation / Foundation / Diploma / Degree: At least a CGPA of 3.50 English Essay: Must submit a 1-page handwritten English essay on reasons for applying for the scholarship, benefit from the course of study including education & career plans Additional Criteria: Applicants must successfully apply for entry into recognized local or overseas institutions of higher learning to pursue the approved courses Preference will be given to those active in co-curriculum activities Must not be a recipient of a scholarship/loan/financial assistance from any other organizations TRIAL SPM / STPM: Candidates with TRIAL SPM / STPM RESULTS meeting the above criteria are encouraged to apply. Selected candidates will be given provisional scholarship offer subject to the variance between the actual results and the trial results being within an acceptable range How To Apply     Download the Scholarship Application Form here and send the completed form to the address below; or     E-mail us at scholarship@mnrb.com.my; or     Collect at : MNRB SCHOLARSHIP FUND                       11th Floor Bangunan Malaysian Re                       No. 17 Lorong Dungun, Damansara Heights, 50490 Kuala Lumpur Contact Info Tel : 03 – 2096 7160 (Puan Jannah) Fax : 03 – 2093 0368     Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview latest by 15 February 2016.      Ensure the completed application form is submitted with handwritten English essay, certfied copies of relevant certificates and documents.      Kindly note that ineligible candidates, incomplete applications and applications received after the closing date will not be entertained.  Link: http://www.mnrb.com.my