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Kuok Foundation Scholarships and Study Awards 2026 – UK & Singapore 【featured】
Applications are now open for the Kuok Foundation 2026 Scholarships & Study Awards, supporting Malaysian students pursuing Bachelor’s degrees in selected British universities or Singaporean public universities. Apply online from 20 January 2026...Deadline: 20 January 2026 -
UM-Wales: UEC Scholarship
The UEC Scholarship supports academically strong UEC graduates enrolling in undergraduate conventional programmes. Tuition fee assistance is awarded based on academic results and subject to programme conditions.Deadline: Ongoing -
UM-Wales: BA Accounting Scholarship
This scholarship is designed for students enrolling in the Foundation programme and progressing into the Bachelor of Accounting (Honours) at UM-Wales. It provides a fixed tuition fee award to support accounting studies.Deadline: Ongoing -
HWUM - High Achiever’s Scholarship (Foundation)
This scholarship rewards strong academic performance among Foundation students at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia. Eligible applicants with excellent SPM or O-Level results may receive an annual tuition fee waiver, with higher awards granted based on...Deadline: Ongoing -
HWUM - High Achiever’s Scholarship (Undergraduate)
The High Achiever’s Scholarship supports academically outstanding undergraduate students across recognised pre-university qualifications. Annual tuition fee waivers are awarded based on entry results, with renewal subject to maintaining a strong ac...Deadline: Ongoing -
HWUM - Foundation Excellence Award
This award is offered to students progressing from the Heriot-Watt University Malaysia Foundation Programme into undergraduate studies. Students who achieve and maintain a high academic standard may receive a substantial annual scholarship to support...Deadline: Ongoing -
HWUM - Foundation Progression Discount
The Foundation Progression Discount is available to Heriot-Watt University Malaysia Foundation graduates who continue into undergraduate programmes. It provides an annual tuition fee reduction for eligible students who are not recipients of other sch...Deadline: Ongoing -
HWUM - Women in Science and Engineering (WISE)
The Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) initiative encourages female students to pursue studies in engineering, computing, and related fields at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia. This scholarship aims to promote greater female participation in tec...Deadline: Ongoing -
UM-Wales: High Achiever Scholarship (Foundation)
This scholarship recognises strong academic performance among Foundation students at the University of Wales Malaysia. Eligible applicants with excellent SPM or IGCSE results may receive partial to full tuition fee support, subject to programme requi...Deadline: Ongoing -
HWUM - Leaders with Impact Scholarship
Designed for high-potential Malaysian students from B40 households, this scholarship provides full tuition fee coverage and a monthly allowance. It supports students who demonstrate leadership potential and commitment to social impact, with limited p...Deadline: Ongoing -
Tuition Fee Waiver (Foundation in Science) – KPJ Healthcare University
A full 100% tuition fee waiver (worth RM10,500) for students enrolling in Foundation in Science and progressing to a KPJU bachelor’s degree.Deadline: Ongoing
Scholarship Explained
Financial Aid Providers
In Malaysia, the sponsors of financial aid come from various categories. These include scholarships and loans offered by the government, non-governmental organisations, the private sector, government-linked companies and trade associations.
Types of Financial Aid
Higher education is one of the most important investments you will make in your lifetime. With the increasing cost of education, planning ahead is essential to finance your education. So what are some options you can explore? Here are some common ways students seek financial aid.
- Scholarships
Scholarships are monetary awards given based on academic or other achievements and are non-repayable, which means you won't have to pay the money back. Scholarships are awarded by the government, non-government organisations, corporations and independent foundations. - Bursaries
You may have heard people using the terms 'scholarship' and 'bursary' interchangeably, however, bursaries are usually non-competitive and automatic, and often based on financial need without emphasis on academic standing. - Grants
Grants are similar to scholarships and also don't have to be repaid. The difference is that grants are often need-based while scholarships are usually merit-based. Grants are also given to students who carry out academic research projects. - Education Funds
Education Funds are Scholarships or loans provided by the Government / foundation / private educational institutions / financial institutions to reduce the burden of financing a student's education expenses, whether locally or overseas. - Tuition Fee Waiver or Discount
Many private higher education institutions in Malaysia offer partial or full tuition fee waivers or discounts based on merit (e.g. academic, sports, leadership roles). Recipients are often required to maintain a minimum CGPA to continue enjoying the tuition fee waiver. - Unit Trusts & Insurance Schemes
These are typically investment schemes that parents undertake for several years to secure financial funding for their child's higher education. - Loans
Loans are financial obligations that must be repaid. Loans are mostly provided by private sector or government bodies.
Financing for Higher Education
The cost of tertiary education does not come cheap, but it is a lifetime investment for your future. Therefore whether your parents can afford your entire or partial cost of tertiary education, you are advised to go through this pathway in order to be competitive in your career advancement. If your family cannot afford the cost, you may work while studying part-time or look for some forms of scholarship, study grant, loan or other sources of financial aid to help you to pay for your education.
Read the article on Scholarships & Study Loans for Higher Education here.
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