Ajinomoto Post-graduate Scholarship for ASEAN International Students 2017

Closing Date 6 March 2016 Ajinomoto Scholarship for ASEAN International Students 2017 Application Guidelines 1. Aims This program enables students from five ASEAN countries (Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Vietnam) wishing to enroll in a master’s course (major in one of the sciences) at the University of Tokyo, to secure scholarships before their arrival in Japan. It aims to cultivate individuals capable of leading Asia in the twenty-first century and to contribute to the development of Asia and the world as well as to mutual understanding between these countries and Japan. 2. Eligibility Applicants who wish to enroll in a master’s course and major in one of the sciences (except medicine and veterinary medicine) at the University of Tokyo and who fulfill the following requirements and qualifications. Applicants must be citizens of Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, or Vietnam. Applicants must have graduated or be expected to graduate with an excellent academic record (with 16 years of education completed or expected to be completed) and must receive the recommendation of their university president or academic advisor or be otherwise qualified to enroll in the University of Tokyo. Applicants must be under the age of 35 on April 1, 2017. In principle, the applicant must be able to obtain approval of acceptance as a Postgraduate International Research Student (herein after “Research Student”), from the University of Tokyo and be registered as a Research Student for April 2017 or October 2017. However, the applicant may enroll directly as a master’s course student of some graduate schools in the University of Tokyo. I n that case, the applicant must be able to obtain approval of enrollment from the University of Tokyo and be registered as a master’s course student for Apr 2017 or Oct 2017. Applicants must acquire adequate Japanese language proficiency that is required in order to research and study in a master ’s course, when enrolling as a master’s course student of the University of Tokyo. Applicants must apply from the above 5 countries and be able to attend selection procedures when necessary. Applicants must be in good physical and mental health and have a strong motivation for learning. Applicants must not be receiving other scholarships. 3. Scholarship Amounts a) Research Student at graduate school: ¥150,000/month (for max. 1 year) b) Master’s course at graduate school: ¥180,000/month (for max. 2 years) c) Examination, Admission and Tuition fees: covered in full d) Airfare to Japan: Provide one way air ticket fro m either of above 5 countries (Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, or Vietnam) to Japan ( economy class flight ticket, in principle ) 4. Number of students to be accepted 1 student from each of 5 countries (Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Vietnam) 5. Period of Scholarships Scholarships will be provided for max. 3 years, 1 y ear studying as a Research Student and max. 2 years studying in a master’s course. The scholarship will be suspended when the scholarship recipient fails to p ass the entrance exam for a master’s course within a year after arriving to Jap an if the recipient enters as a Research Student. If the recipient enters as a master’s course student, scholarships will be provided for max. 2 years. 6. Application details of each graduate school of the University of Tokyo Applicants can enroll as Research Students or master’s course student in one of the sciences (except medicine and veterinary medicine) of the graduate schools in the University of Tokyo. Refer appendix 1 for details. 7. Application Deadline Early March, 2016 8. Application Documents Application form (Form 1) and study program (assigned form) Transcript of scholastic record issued by the university or graduate school attended (no photocopies, written in Japanese or English) A letter of recommendation from university president or academic advisor (assigned form. Additional recommendation letter would be accepted) Additional documents (Optional) A copy of documents proving Japanese Proficiency of the applicant, such as JPLT result, certificate of attendance to Japanese higher education facilities and Japanese Training institutions may be considered. Additional documents, TOEFL and GRE, may be required depending on Graduate School the applicant wishing to enroll. The documents submitted shall not be returned under any circumstances. 9. Selection Process 1. 1st Screening The screening will be based on the received documents, such as research activities and study plans, university transcript and the letter of recommendation. 2. 2nd screening The screening for the successful applicants will b e based on the following documents. a) Necessary document required by the Graduate School that the applicant wishing to enroll.-TOEFL Score, etc. (Refer appendix ２ ) b) Certificate of Graduation (or Graduation Letter) or Student Registration Certificate Note: An interview will be held for 2nd selection (in English or in Japanese) 10. Suspension or Termination of Scholarship The scholarship will be suspended or terminated, if any one of the following conditions applies to the scholarship recipient: Ac cording to the circumstances, the scholarship amount already disbursed may be subject to repayment in full or in part: a) False information found in the application form. b) Receives any other scholarship. c) Fails to pass the entrance examination to a University of Tokyo master’s course within one year after arriving to Japan (recipient who enters as a Research Student). d) Fails to arrive in Japan by the appointed date. e) Shows poor academic performance due to absence, lack of desire to study or being unable to keep up research for some reason. f) Has difficulty continuing to study due to illness or other health problems. g) Violates the rules and regulations of the University of Tokyo or Ajinomoto Scholarship Foundation. 11. Selection and Notification 1st Screening Late March – April, 2016 2nd Screening May – July, 2016 Notification of the results July, 2016 Note: The nominated applicants who had passed the 2nd Screening must compile all the necessary documents for applying to University of Tokyo, assigned by each graduate school. (refer appendix 2 “Documents for 2nd Screening and Required documents for applying as a Postgraduate International Research Student to the University of Tokyo”) The accomplished documents are reviewed by faculty council. For the applicants who are requested to enroll in April, the letter of acceptance will be issued in Jan, 2017. They should take all the adequate process, such as visa, for entering to Japan and will enroll in April. In addition, the nominated applicants requested to enroll in October should pay attention to the applying period and the date of issuance of the letter of acceptance, because they differ. Please contact with the graduate school you wish enroll for details. How to Apply? Download all the required forms and appendices for the application of Ajinomoto Post Graduate Scholarship 2017 below: 2017 Appendix 1 2017 Appendix 2 2017 Application Form 2017 Application Guidelines 2017 Field of Study and Study Program 2017 Recommendation Form Send the forms and supporting documents to: AJINOMOTO MALAYSIA BERHAD   Lot 5710, Jalan Kuchai Lama, Petaling   58200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Link: http://www.ajinomoto.com.my

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme Scholarship Award by Sri KDU International School

Posted: 02 Feb 2016 03:30 AM PST Closing Date 25 March 2016 International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme Scholarship Award by Sri KDU International School Sri KDU® International School is an authorised school of the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IB World School). The School offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme at its school campus in Kota Damansara, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is a demanding pre-university course of study that gives holders access to the world’s leading universities. It is a comprehensive two-year international curriculum. Students of the programme share an academic experience that emphasizes critical thinking, intercultural understanding and exposure to a variety of points of view. Students are accepted into the Diploma Programme at Sri KDU® in September each year. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Scholarship Award  Sri KDU® International School aims to bring international education to highly motivated students who are able to demonstrate a strong commitment to learning. The Sri KDU® International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Scholarship Award is offered to deserving students aged 16 - 19 years, to provide them the opportunity to develop their potential. Eligibility Outstanding students from Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK), Private Schools and International Schools are invited to apply for the Sri KDU® International School International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Scholarship Award each year. The selection system is criterion-referenced, and candidates must demonstrate a high level of oral and written proficiency in English. The scholarship award is based on academic and extra-curricular merit and is very competitive. Terms and Conditions  The scholarship award is tenable for the two-year period of candidature of the International Baccalaureate diploma programme. Awards are made for a single year. Recipients will qualify for renewal for the second year when they make satisfactory progress toward completion of the programme. The scholarship covers the registration fee and the tuition fee. However, scholarship recipients are required to pay the deposit as stipulated on the current fee schedule. There will be no bond, except that recipients become active members of the school alumni upon completion of the programme. A recipient of the scholarship award may not concurrently hold any other scholarship. The Scholarship is administered by KDU Smart School Sdn Bhd. How To Apply Applicants are advised to submit their application forms early, preferably a week before closing date. Completed application forms must be received by 5.00pm, Friday 25 March 2016. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Scholarship Award Committee Communications Office (Attention Ms. Chuah Siew Yen) KDU Smart School Sdn Bhd c/o KDU Secondary School No. 7, Jalan Teknologi 2/1 Kota Damansara 47810 Daerah Petaling Selangor Darul Ehsan Send your application by post/courier or hand-deliver it to the address above. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview in April/May 2016. Applicants are advised to note that Incomplete applications will not be entertained. The decision of the Scholarship Committee is final. Link: http://www.srikdu.edu.my

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