Good news for those who want to be a teacher. Tawaran Biasiswa Perguruan Persekutuan Program Ijazah Pertama Di Institusi Pengajian Tinggi Awam is now open for application.

Kementerian Pelajaran Malaysia (KPM) mempelawa calon - calon Ijazah Pertama di Institusi Pengajian Tinggi Awam ambilan November/Disember 2007 dan ambilan Julai 2008 untuk mendapatkan tawaran Biasiswa Perguruan Pesekutuan di bawah KPM.

Syarat - Syarat Permohonan

1. Calon mestilah Warganegara Malaysia.
2. Umur calon tidak melebihi 25 tahun pada 1 Julai 2009.
3. Pegawai Perkhidmatan Pendidikan tidak layak memohon.
4. Pengajian SEPENUH MASA ambilan November/Disember 2007 dan ambilan Julai 2008 Program Ijazah Pertama di Institusi Pengajian Tinggi Awam.
5. Tawaran biasiswa ini dibuka kepada pelajar Fakulti Pendidikan dan pelajar Fakulti Sains yang menawarkan bidang Kimia, Fizik, Biologi dan Matematik. Pelajar Fakulti Sains perlu mengikuti Pengajian Diploma Pendidikan setelah tamat Ijazah Pertama.
6. Calon perlu mendapat sekurang - kurangnya PNGK 2.75 bagi keputusan peperiksaan Semester 1 / Semester 2 Tahun Pertama di IPTA. untuk memohon.
7. Calon yang berkelayakan sahaja akan dipanggil untuk menduduki Ujian Inventori Sahsiah Keguruan (INSAK). Calon yang lulus INSAK akan dipanggil untuk ditemuduga.
8. Calon yang berjaya ditawarkan biasiswa KPM perlu melepaskan tajaan sedia ada.

Permohonan dibuka pada 29/12/2008 dan ditutup pada 30/01/2009.

Untuk memohon, sila klik ke url berikut:

http://apps.emoe.gov.my/ijazah1/

2009 Scholarship Awards
( based on SPM/STPM trial examination results )

MNRB  SCHOLARSHIP FUND, a fund established by MNRB HOLDINGS BERHAD (a Company listed on the Main Board of the Bursa Malaysia and a subsidiary company of Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB)), invites scholarship applications from suitably qualified young Malaysians who have successfully completed their SPM/STPM and are planning to pursue a Matriculation/Foundation, Diploma, First Degree or Professional course on a full-time basis at any recognised local institution of higher learning.

FIELDS OF STUDY

• Actuarial Science (local and overseas)
• Risk Management (local and overseas)
• Insurance (local)

VALUE OF AWARD

• Tuition fees based on actual for students pursuing studies at public universities or colleges and a maximum of RM8,000.00 per annum for students pursuing studies at private universities or colleges. The actual tuition fees are paid for overseas studies.
• Allowance of RM8,000.00 per year for local Matriculation/Foundation or Diploma courses andRM10,000.00 per year for First Degree or Professional courses. For overseas studies, adequate living and relocation allowances will be given.

Continued

Amanah Raya Berhad invites qualified students who will be pursuing an Islamic programme at Al-Azhar University for year 2009 to apply for their scholarship.

Details of this scholarship can be obtained here.

Closing date of applications is on 18 December 2008. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

RISDA invites qualified applicants to apply for their “Tabung Pembangunan Sosio Ekonomi Pekebun Kecil RISDA 2009″

The scholarship is for those to pursue a full time studies in diploma or certificate programme at RISDA College for 2008/09 session.

The closing date for application is on 16 January 2009.

For details, please read the official advertisement here.  Application form can be downloaded here.

• Pay close attention to scholarship application deadlines. Use a calendar, make a schedule for yourself and stick to it. Applications submitted past the deadline are usually not considered.
• Gather application materials early — give yourself plenty of time to complete each step. Applications that have been rushed look sloppy and incomplete applications probably won’t be accepted.
• Don’t ignore small awards. Even these can add up!
• Prepare your resume and keep it updated- this is a good way to outline your thoughts and show your activities and achievements.
• Think carefully about who should write your letters of recommendation. Choose people who can be specific about your strengths as well as your ability to overcome your weaknesses.
• In your essays, let your personality shine through. Present your ideas in a focused, thoughtful and meaningful manner. Write in a natural style and support your ideas with specific examples.
• Proofread your essays and applications. Ask friends, teachers or parents for feedback. Errors or poor writing skills will have a negative effect.
• Keep a copy of everything you submit!
• If you are notified that you have received a scholarship made possible by a specific donor, send a thank-you note to the donor. Also, if appropriate, keep the donor informed of your progress.

The UEM Group Scholarship for Local Public University The UEM Group Scholarship offers scholarships to support the national objective of creating elite scholars in local universities, and serve as a talent supply chain to develop world-class leaders who are capable of undertaking strategic positions in GLCs.

Fields of Study

The scholarships are available for any of the disciplines below:

1. Business (Finance / Business Management / Economics / Account)
2. Bio-medicine (Pharmacy / Biotechnology)
3. Engineering

The scholarships provide full academic fees, subsistence and book allowances.

Eligibility

• Malaysian citizen.
• Student currently in their first year of undergraduate study.
• Outstanding academic achievement in their pre-university qualification (STPM / Matriculation) with a minimum CGPA of 3.50
• Proficient in English, hardworking, possess positive personality traits and have an outstanding extra-curricular record.

How To Apply

1. All candidates are required to download the application form from our websites at www.uem.com.my and  www.uemworld.com.my starting from 15 October 2008
2. Fill in the form and send back to us at scholarship.info@uemnet.com by, 9 November 2008
3. Upon submission of the application form, please print the form for your record.
4. Please e-mail the following supporting documents to support your application :

1. 1. Photocopy of NRIC
   2. STPM / Matriculation result

Selection Criteria Candidates will be considered on the following basis:

• Excellent academic achievements
• Leadership qualities
• Active involvement in extra-curricular, social and/or voluntary activities.

Closing Date For Submission

1. Completed form (including e-mail of supporting documents): 9th November 2008.
2. Only completed applications will be processed.
3. Only short listed candidates will be called for interview.

Enquiries can be directed to Ms. Noor Fazlina Abdullah or Mr. Wan Ahmad Marwan at scholarship.info@uemnet.com or contact +603 7627 2013 / 2070

Click here to download the application form

SCHOLARSHIP FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS FROM GOVERNMENT OF MALAYSIA

Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia invites applications from international students for the scholarships from Government of Malaysia for academic session 2009/2010. The scholarships are as follows:-

• MTCP Scholarship
  
• MIS Scholarship for Undergraduate Studies
  
• MIS Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies
  
• Commonwealth Scholarship (Comprehensive information is provided in the brochure)

A panel established by the Ministry of Higher Education
Malaysia will finalise the selection.

Deadline: 31th December 2008

For further information about the scholarship contact:
Ms. Norkamilah Zanial
e-mail: norkamilahz@mohe.gov.my

Download brochure and application form

• Scholarships For International Students 2009 Brochure
• Malaysian International Scholarship (MIS) Application Form
• Commonwealth Scholarship Application Form
• Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) Scholarship Application Form
• Medical Form

For details, visit MOHE.

The Maxis Undergraduate Scholarship presents young and outstanding Malaysians a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to embark on a journey that will allow them to realise their goals.

Maxis is offering undergraduate scholarships to our postpaid customers or children of our customers who have excelled both in their academic studies as well as their extra-curricular activities.

Maxis seeks well rounded individuals, who have demonstrated leadership skills in the classroom, as well as in sports, social work or other areas. Recipients of this scholarship will be able to pursue courses at either a local or overseas university – a significant step towards pursuing their life’s dreams and ambitions.

To apply, click here.

We are now accepting applications from 24 September to 15 November 2008.

The applications now open to all qualified Malaysian to apply for the Master in Medical in various field in our local universities such as UM, USM, UKM, UPM and UMS.

If you interested to apply, you can do it only after 29 September 2008 online at http://www.mohe.gov.my.  The closing date for all applications in on 29 October 2008.

Any questions regarding this offer can be made through upu@mohe.gov.my or give them a call at 03-88835801/5802 or fax 03-88894260

We would like to take this opportunity to wish Selamat Hari Raya and Happy Holidays to all members and visitor of Malaysia Scholarship.

Thank you.