Wakalah PayNet-Yayasan Khazanah Scholarship Programme - Scholarship Programmes

Programme Summary

Where To Study

Our approved universities in Malaysia

Study Level

University

Application Cycle

In May / June, yearly

(for Foundation studies)

In July, yearly

(for Undergraduate studies)

Scholarship Coverage

Full

* Dates may be subject to change.

General Information
Eligibility
Subject Areas
Approved Universities

General Information

Yayasan Khazanah secured a scholarship partnership with Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet) to support Malaysian Muslim B40 students (post-SPM/IGCSE) in 2023 throughout their undergraduate studies (Foundation and Degree) in Malaysia.

The funds are from PayNet’s wakalah allocation through corporate zakat proceedings.

Through this partnership, PayNet will sponsor up to 7 students in the area of Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance and other related courses. Recipients of this Scholarship are required to serve PayNet or other approved organisations for a duration equal to the study period.

Interested applicants should select the Khazanah Watan Scholarship Programme when submitting their application. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will first be informed that they are being considered for this scholarship. If they successfully pass all assessments, they will be awarded the Wakalah PayNet-Yayasan Khazanah Scholarship Programme.
Eligibility
1
Malaysian Muslim student from a low-income (B40) family
2
Possess strong leadership skills and active participation in extra-curricular, social or voluntary activities

Foundation Studies
1
Obtained a minimum of 8As (combination of A and A+) in the recent SPM examination or at least 8As in the recent IGCSE.
*Those with IGCSE forecast results may also apply.
2
Obtained A or A+ in the following core subjects: Bahasa Melayu, English, History and Mathematics (only for SPM).
3
Not exceeding 18 years of age at the enrolment date for the foundation studies.

Undergraduate (Bachelor's Degree)
1
Obtained admission to pursue studies (conditional offer can be considered) or currently in the first year of a Bachelor’s Degree programme at any of the Yayasan Khazanah’s approved list of universities.
2
Obtained a minimum of:
3As for STPM; or
"Jayyid Jidan" for STAM; or
3As for GCE A-Level Programme; or
CGPA 3.50 / 4.00 for Pre-university or Diploma or Foundation or Matriculation Programme; or
35 points for International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme
3
Obtained a minimum of 3.50 / 4.00 in semester exam for those who are currently in the first year of a Bachelor’s Degree programme at any of our approved list of universities.
4
Not exceeding 21 years of age as at the enrolment date for the Bachelor’s Degree Programme.
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"]
Approved Universities

International Centre for Education in Islamic Finance, Malaysia

UiTM, Malaysia

Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia, Malaysia

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia

Universiti Multimedia, Malaysia

Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia

Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia

Universiti Tenaga Nasional, Malaysia

Universiti Utara Malaysia, Malaysia

University Malaya, Malaysia

* For UiTM, only courses under the Social Science & Management field.
* For Universiti Utara Malaysia, only for courses offered by College of Business and College of Law, Government & International Studies.

* Applicants need to apply directly to the universities.
* Please note that universities other than the above will not be considered.

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