Khazanah - Cambridge Scholarship Programme - Scholarship Programmes

General Information
Eligibility
Subject Areas

General Information

The Khazanah-Cambridge Scholarship provides financial sponsorship to Malaysians who plan to study for postgraduate degree at the University of Cambridge.

The Khazanah-Cambridge Scholarship, established in 2009, is jointly sponsored by Yayasan Khazanah and the Cambridge Commonwealth, European and International Trust (CCEIT).
The Khazanah-Cambridge Scholarship is a leadership development programme that is aimed at building Malaysia's future leadership talent. Recipients of this scholarship are expected to not only demonstrate academic excellence, but also develop their leadership skills through training and participation in a number of activities.

Scholars of the programme will undergo an enriching personal journey, and will also be part of a cadre of future leaders that will be groomed to eventually lead Malaysia's government-linked companies (GLCs). It is a career-long journey that offers Malaysia's top talents an opportunity to realise their full potential in the transformation of Malaysia's GLCs into globally competitive corporations.

The scholarship will cover for the full duration of the course of study, and provides for tuition fees, monthly living expenses, return air passage and other provisions, such as book allowance, establishment and end of study allowances.

Interested applicants to choose the Khazanah Global (Master / PhD) Scholarship Programme and choose University of Cambridge at the University / College Tab when applying for this scholarship.
Eligibility
Citizens of Malaysia who have already secured a conditional or unconditional offer to admission into the University of Cambridge or currently pursuing studies at University of Cambridge, and meet the requirements below:

Master's Degree
1
Obtained a minimum of Second Class Upper Division (UK and Australia University) or where there is a point system, obtained a minimum CGPA of 3.50 for Bachelor's Degree
2
Obtained admission to pursue studies at the University of Cambridge (Conditional offer can be considered).Those who have applied to University of Cambridge but have yet to receive an offer are also eligible to apply. In the event that no offer of admission from the university is received after our selection process, please be aware that the scholarship offer will become null and void.
3
Not exceeding 40 years of age as at the enrolment date for the Master's programme
4
To provide research outline/ thesis summary (Research or mixed mode)
5
The applicant must have at least two years of working experience
6
Candidates must be enrolled as full-time students and upon securing the scholarship, must not undertake any full-time employment throughout the duration of their studies

PhD
1
Below 40 years of age
2
Must have a First Class or a Second Class (Upper) honours degree, or where there is a point system, a minimum CGPA of 3.5, or its equivalent. For those applying for a doctoral degree with a research Masters degree, they must show an excellent report for their thesis.

In the event that formal qualification has yet to be conferred, applicants must show evidence of excellent performance throughout their studies.
3
Obtained admission at the University of Cambridge (Conditional offer can be considered). Those who have applied to University of Cambridge but have yet to receive an offer are also eligible to apply. In the event that no offer of admission from the university is received during our selection process, please be aware that the scholarship offer will become null and void.
4
The applicant must have at least two years of working experience
5
Candidates must be enrolled as full-time students and upon securing the scholarship, must not undertake any full-time employment throughout the duration of their studies
Subject Areas
Arts & Humanities

["Archaeology", "Architecture / Built Environment", "Art & Design", "Classics & Ancient History", "English Language & Literature", "History", "Linguistics", "Modern Languages", "Performing Arts", "Philosophy", "Theology, Divinity & Religious Studies"]

Engineering & Technology

["Computer Science", "Engineering - Mechanical", "Engineering - Civil & Structural", "Engineering - Electrical & Electronic", "Engineering - Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing"]

Life Sciences

["Agriculture", "Anatomy & Physiology", "Biological Science", "Pharmacy & Pharmacology", "Science"]

Natural Sciences

["Chemistry", "Earth & Marine Sciences", "Environmental Sciences", "Geography", "Geophysics", "Material Sciences", "Mathematics", "Physics"]

Social Sciences & Management

["Accounting & Finance", "Anthropology", "Business & Management Studies", "Communication & Media Studies", "Development Studies", "Economics & Econometrics", "Education", "Hospitality & Leisure Management", "Law", "Library & Information Management", "Politics", "Social Policy & Administration", "Sociology", "Sports-Related Subjects", "Statistics & Operational Research"]

Programme Summary

Where To Study

University of Cambridge, UK

Study Level

University (Postgraduate study)

Scholarship

Full

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Programme Summary

Where To Study

University of Cambridge, UK

Study Level

University (Postgraduate study)

Scholarship

Full