Study Free in Malaysia - University of Malaya (UM) is Offering Bright Scholarships 2024-2025 for PhD in Malaysia

Applications are now open for the Universiti Malaya (UM) Bright Scholarship, also known in English as the University of Malaya Bright Scholarship. This is a full scholarship available to both international students and Malaysian citizens to pursue a PhD in research mode at Universiti Malaya. UM is a prestigious public university located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and is recognized as the country's leading institution. The University of Malaya consistently ranks as the top university in Malaysia and is among the top universities in Asia. The UM Bright Scholarship program aims to attract talented individuals from around the world to pursue a PhD and make a positive impact. If you're an aspiring PhD candidate, now is the time to apply. More details are provided below.

UM Bright Scholarship Benefits:

1. Stipend: RM3,500 per month for 42 months
2. Tuition Fee: Waiver for 7 semesters
3. Note: Insurance, visas, flight tickets, medical exams, and accommodation costs are NOT covered.

Fields of Study:

1. Nuclear energy & new energy transition
2. Semiconductor & chips
3. Nanotechnology & quantum exploration
4. Artificial Intelligence & digital robotics
5. Space science & new engineering fields
6. Food sustainability & security
7. Comprehensive medical & health spectrum excellence
8. Rare earths & critical minerals
9. Defence and security innovation
10. Social sciences in economics, smart finance, society, international norms, law, and geopolitics

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Age should not be over 30 years at the time of application.
2. A Bachelor's Degree with a CGPA above 3.70 (or an equivalent qualification).
3. A Master's degree obtained through research or a Master's degree with a mix of coursework and dissertation, with honours and a CGPA of at least 3.70/4.00.
4. An IELTS (Academic) score of at least 6.5, TOEFL score between 73-93, or CEFR level B2.
5. Note: The English test scores must be valid within 2 years from the exam date.

List of Required Documents:

1. Passport-size photo
2. Completed UMES application form
3. Proof of publication (only the first page)
4. Copy of the applicant’s identity card
5. Copies of certificates and academic transcripts from the Bachelor's degree
6. Copies of certificates and academic transcripts from the Master's degree
7. A valid IELTS/TOEFL/CEFR certificate issued within the last 2 years.

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