The Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs, Government of India, introduced a Scholarship Programme for Diaspora Children (SPDC), in the academic year 2006-07, for wards of Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) and Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) to assist them in pursuing Higher and Technical Education in India.

Educational Consultants India Limited (Ed.CIL), a Government of India Enterprise, has been designated as the Nodal Agency for implementation of the Programme.
SCHEME
The SPDC is applicable for undergraduate studies in Professional and General Courses (except Medical and related courses). Assistance provided under it shall comprise of financial assistance primarily towards tuition fee, admission fee, and post admission services as mentioned herein after.

The Programme is applicable to Indian Diaspora from 40 select countries, having larger concentration of Persons of Indian origin, as mentioned at Appendix-A.

For the purpose of the SPDC, the definition of Indian Diaspora shall comprise of PIOs as specified Appendix-B and NRIs.

Scholarship shall be provided to 100 selected students as per the following distribution:
Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) - 50 (Fifty)
Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) - 50 (Fifty)*
[* In case of non-availability of suitable PIO candidates, the unfilled slots could be offered to NRI candidates.]

Please download the Information Booklet from http://www.indianhighcommission.com.my for details the Programme for admission into designated institutions and courses, for the academic year 2009-10.

As part of Google’s ongoing commitment to furthering Anita’s vision, Gooogle are pleased to announce The Google Europe Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship 2009. Through the scholarship, they aim to encourage women to excel in computing and technology, and become active role models and leaders.

Multiple scholarships will be awarded based on the strength of candidates’ academic background and demonstrated leadership. A group of female Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD student finalists will be chosen from the applicant pool. The Google Europe Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship 2009  recipients, selected from the finalists, will each receive a €5,000 (or equivalent) scholarship for the 2009/2010 academic year.
In June 2009, all finalists will be invited to visit Google’s European Engineering Centre in Zurich for a networking retreat. It will include workshops with a series of speakers, panels, breakout sessions and social activities, and will provide an opportunity for all finalists to meet and share their experiences.

Eligibility requirements

Candidates must:

1. Be a female student entering her final year of a Bachelor’s degree, or enrolled in an a Master’s or PhD programme (or equivalent), in 2009/2010.
2. Be enrolled at a University in Europe. Citizens, permanent residents, and international students are eligible to apply.
3. Be studying Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Informatics, or a closely related technical field.
4. Maintain an excellent academic record (e.g. a First Class Honours degree).

Dr. Anita Borg (1949-2003) devoted her adult life to revolutionising the way we think about technology and dismantling barriers that keep women and minorities from entering computing and technology fields. Her combination of technical expertise and fearless vision continues to inspire and motivate countless women to become active participants and leaders in creating technology.

For more information please visit

Google Scholarship

The International Medical University (IMU) has recognized that there are many Malaysian students who aspire to be a health sciences professional. For various reasons, some of these students are not able to achieve their life-long ambition, including those students whose families do not have the financial resources to support them for entry into an international institution like the IMU.

In view of this, the IMU has established a number of scholarships to be awarded to:

1. Two (2) students to pursue the undergraduate medical course in Malaysia leading to the MBBS (IMU).
2. Two (2) students to pursue the entire eight (8) semesters of the twinned undergraduate pharmacy course leading to the MPharm (Hons) degree (in collaboration with the University of Strathclyde).
3. One (1) student to pursue the Bachelor of Pharmacy programme to be conducted wholly in IMU, leading to the BPharm (Hons).
4. Two (2) students to pursue the Bachelor of Nursing degree leading to the BNursing (Hons).

Students who wish to apply must have excellent academic background together with other qualities, including strong extra-curricula activities and who, for financial reasons, would otherwise be unable to pursue a career in medicine, pharmacy or nursing.

These prestigious scholarships are established to reflect the IMU’s contribution to society. It also is an integral part of the University’s staff development scheme to groom young individuals with high potential to be part of the future IMU faculty for training of medical, pharmacy and allied health professionals. This is in line with our nations strive towards excellence in education and health care in the 21st century.

For enquiries or more information, please contact:
Tel : (603) 8656 7272 / 73
Fax : (603) 8656 1018
Email : enquiry@imu.edu.my

Ten The University of Edinburgh International Undergraduate Scholarships are offered to students for undergraduate study in any subject offered by the University. The undergraduate scholarships will be worth £1,000 per year and will be tenable for the duration of the programme of study.

Eligibility

The scholarships are competitive and will be awarded to citizens from Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and the USA who are accepted for admission on a full-time basis for an undergraduate programme of study.

The University of Edinburgh International Undergraduate Scholarships will be awarded broadly on the basis of academic merit.

This  undergraduate scholarship is not available to students already on programme.

Applicants should have applied through UCAS, and should have been offered a place at the University of Edinburgh by the scholarship closing date of 1 April 2009.

Application Procedure

Candidates may complete an online scholarship application or request one to be sent to them from:

The Scholarships and Student Finance Office
The University of Edinburgh
Old College
South Bridge
Edinburgh EH8 9YL

E-mail: scholarships@ed.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 131 651 4070

Completed application forms must be returned to the Scholarships and Student Finance Office no later than 1 April 2009.

Selection Procedure

A University of Edinburgh Selection Committee will meet in early May 2009 to select the scholarship holders. The winners of the scholarship will be announced in late May 2009.

HP & AMD Scholarship 2008 
1. When is the scholarship application submission deadline?
The scholarship application submission duration is from 11 August 2008 to 30 September 2008.

2. What is the scholarship value?
Successful recipients will each receive a scholarship package worth RM25,000.3. How will the scholarship be disbursed?
The scholarships shall be disbursed on a lump sump basis and shall be paid directly to the recipients.

4. Is this a bonded scholarship?
No. This is a non-bonded scholarship.

5. Can I apply if I am a part-time student?
Yes. This scholarship program is opened to all students who fulfill the eligibility criteria.

6. Is this scholarship for undergraduate students only?
No. This scholarship program is opened to both undergraduate & postgraduate students.

7. How do I apply?
Application is via online submission ONLY at HP & AMD Scholarship 2008 with certified true copies of relevant documents mailed by post. Application is considered complete when both online application and hard copy of supporting documents are received.

8. How many applications can I submit?
Each applicant is allowed to apply ONCE only.

The Star Education Fund, established by Star Publications (M) Bhd since 1994 with the primary objective of providing educational opportunities to deserving young Malaysians, invites eligible candidates to apply for The Star Education Scholarship Awards 2008 to pursue full time undergraduate studies at local universities in the following disciplines:
FIELD OF STUDY
UM, UKM, UPM, USM & UUM

* Bachelor of Accountancy
* Bachelor of Computer Science
* Bachelor of Information Technology

UTAR

* Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Graphic Design & Multimedia

ELIGIBILITY

Candidates must:

* Be Malaysian citizens of not more than 25 years of age as at 1st January 2008.
* Possess good academic records (STPM or equivalent).
* Possess strong leadership qualities through active participation in extra curricular activities.
* Not be bonded to or in receipt of any financial aids from other educational institutions or organizations.
* Have gained admission to the local public universities for approved courses of study.

SCHOLARSHIP TERMS & CONDITIONS

The scholarship is:

* Valued at RM7,500 for public universities and RM10,000 for UTAR per academic year
* Tenable for the minimum period required by the recipient to complete the course.
* Successful candidates may be required to serve Star Publications (M) Bhd upon completion of their studies.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. To obtain an application form, please submit a stamped (40 sen) self-addressed envelope (25cm x 30cm) and indicate the course applied for in the top left-hand corner of the envelope or.

2. Completed application forms with the required supporting documents listed in the application forms must be received by 15th July 2008. Late applications will not be accepted. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

3. The Star Education Fund Committee will conduct interviews and candidates will be selected in open competition on the basis of a combination of factors, which include academic performance, family background, active involvement in extra curricular activities and personal qualities.

Interested candidates, kindly send applications to:

The Manager,
The Star Education Fund,
Star Publications (M) Bhd,
Menara Star, 15, Jalan 16/11,
46350 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.

For enquiries or more information, please email edufund@thestar.com.my

Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (PERODUA), established in 1993, is a joint venture company between Malaysian and Japanese partners. The shareholders of Perodua are UMW Corporation Sdn Bhd with 38% stake, Daihatsu Motor Co. Ltd. (20%), MBM Resources Bhd (20%), PNB Equity Resources Corporation Sdn Bhd (10%), Mitsui & Co. Ltd (7%) and Daihatsu (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (5%).

Perodua Scholarship Award 2008 is now open for application for Malaysian students that meet requirement as below :

General Criteria
Malaysian citizen.
Not more than 23 years of age.
Excellent academic result in SPM / STPM and / or Matriculation / Diploma.
Full-time course only.
This scholarship is for undergraduate course only (Matriculation / Diploma / Post Graduate is excluded).
Institute and programme must be recognized by JPA and MQA (Malaysian Qualification Agency).
All courses must be undertaken and completed in Pusat Pengajian Tinggi Awam Malaysia.
Qualified students from Hulu Selangor and Gombak districts are encouraged to apply.

Field Study
Business Studies
Arts / Social Sciences
Engineering
Information Technology
Finance & Accounting

HOW TO APPLY
Closing date for submission is on 26 July 2008.
Incomplete forms will not be processed.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be notified.
Kindly indicate “Perodua Scholarship” on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
All applications should be sent to the following address :

HR & Training Department
Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd,
Locked Bag 226,
48009 Rawang,
Selangor.

Download Application Form

The Tanjong Scholarship Awards (TSA) are open to financially needy and academically deserving Malaysian students to pursue full-time degree programmes in any discipline at public universities in Malaysia.

Funded by Pan Malaysian Pools Sdn Bhd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Tanjong, the TSA 2008 are open to Malaysian citizens who have obtained 4 principals with a minimum of 3As in their STPM 2007 examination, or completed Matriculation Programme for the 2007/2008 session with a minimum CGPA of 3.5. Applicants who are active in sports and/or co-curricular activities would have an added advantage.
The value of each award is RM7,000 per academic year for the minimum period required to complete the course of study. Successful candidates must have gained admission to a public university to pursue their degree programmes. There is no bond attached to the scholarship. However, as part of the Group’s efforts to develop its human capital, scholars will be given preference in respect of employment opportunities within the Group upon their graduation.

Application for the TSA 2008 is now open. Details of the scholarship awards are available from the advertisement published in major newspapers in Malaysia from 10-13 April 2008. Closing date for submission of application form is 5 May 2008 (for STPM candidates) and 5 June 2008 (for Matriculation Programme candidates). Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.

Eligibility
• Must be Malaysian citizens.
• Must have obtained 4 principals with a minimum of 3As in the STPM 2007 examination, or completed Matriculation programme for the 2007/2008 session with a minimum CGPA of 3.5
• Applicants who are active in sports and/or extra-curricular activities would have an added advantage.

Value of Award
• The value for each award is RM7,000 per academic year. Each award will be for the minimum period required to complete the course of study.

Terms & Conditions
• The Scholarship Awards are subject to the terms and conditions stated in the Scholarship Agreement.
• Successful candidates must have gained admission to a public university in Malaysia.
• There is no bond attached to the Scholarship. However, as part of the Group’s efforts to develop its human capital, scholars will be given preference in respect of employment opportunities within the Group upon their graduation.

Application
Application forms can be downloaded from:
- www.tanjongplc.com
- www.damacai.com.my/scholarship.htm

or obtained from:
Tanjong Scholarship Awards Committee
c/o Group Human Resources Department
Tanjong public limited company
Level 29, Menara Maxis, Kuala Lumpur City Centre
50088 Kuala Lumpur

Completed application forms with copies of relevant documents must reach us by 5 May 2008 (for STPM candidates) and 5 June 2008 (for Matriculation Programme candidates). Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.

IGB Corporation Berhad(IGB). The Group’s principal activities are developing and selling condominiums, bungalows, linked houses, shoplots and office suites. Other activities include property investment and management, hotel operations, civil and building construction, laundry, hospital, medical centre and investment holding. The Group’s operations are located in Malaysia, Asia Pacific and the United Kingdom

The Scholarship is open to all Malaysians who are granted a place in our Local Public Universities and it’s catered especially for students in the lower income families. Below are some information pertaining to the Scholarship 2008 Program
Field of Studies
Engineering
Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Architecture, Building Science, Quantity Surveying

Business
Finance & Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Science, Economic

Management
Hotel Management / Hospitality, Real Estate Management, Human Resource, Law, Mass Communication, Retail Management, Public Relations

Bio Science
Pharmaceutical, Clinical Science, Health Science

Award Package
Maximum Scholarship value of RM40,000.00 to cover full academic fees, books, and living expenses for the duration of the course.

Paid Training Attachment

Eligibility

• Good STPM results or completed Diploma level (CGPA 3.00)
• Has a good command of English Language both written and spoken.
• A record of active participation in extra curricular activities.
• Not bonded or holding any other scholarship or receiving financial assistance from any organization.
• Must have a confirmed placement from Local Malaysian Public Universities.
• This scholarship program is catered exclusively for the lower income families.

Please complete the official application form and send to:

Scholarship Award Commitee
IGB CORPORATION BERHAD
23rd Floor, Menara IGB
No1, The Boulevard,
Mid Valley City,
Lingkaran Syed Putra,
59200, Kuala Lumpur.

E-mail: scholarship@igbcorp.com

CLOSING DATE : 30 April 2008

FAQ Regarding IGB Scholarship

Q1 – I have just completed Form 5 and achieved 10As in the recent SPM Examination. Am I eligible to apply for this scholarship?

A1 – No, you must have at least completed your STPM or Diploma level and enrolled for a full-time degree programme in any Local Malaysian Public Universities.

Q2 – I am awaiting result/offer into any local Public Universities and the closing date for this scholarship is approaching, can i wait for the offer before submitting the application to IGB?

A2 – We suggest you submit the application to us stating your first and second choice of course on or before the closing date and later mail us the official/online-printed offer letter once you have received it.

Q3 – I am pursuing my degree in a local university i.e. MMU, UNITEN, UTP etc. Can I apply?

A3 – No, this scholarship is open only to student enrolled in any full-time degree programme in Local Malaysian Public Universities i.e. UM, UPM, USM, UKM, UTM etc.

Q4 – Will I be bonded by the company upon the completion my studies?

A4 – Yes, the company will offer you employment opportunities upon the completion of your studies for a period of 2 years but if there are no vacancies available, students are free to seek employment elsewhere after a stipulated period of time.

Q5 – How will I receive the full scholarship value of RM40,000 ?

A5 – All school fees and any other fees including hostel accommodation (if applicable) shall be paid directly by the company to your respective university. In addition, you will be also receiving RM350 monthly for your living expenses. You may also purchase books and stationery item for study purpose up to a maximum of RM500 for the entire duration of study.

Q6 – I’m currently in Year 3 and shall complete my course in another year, am I still eligible to apply?

A6 – Yes, you are still eligible to apply for scholarship irregardless whether you are in your 1st, 2nd, 3rd or even final year of studies. However, you current CGPA will be taken into consideration besides your STPM results.

Q7 – What is the other criteria used for selecting students to be awarded this scholarship?

A7 – The students’ leadership qualities/character, active participation in extra curricular/ sports activities, family income and background etc. will be some of the factors to be considered.

Q8 – How many students will be awarded this scholarship?

A8 – In the past, IGB in collaboration with Dato’ Tan Chin Nam Foundation has provided between 5 to 10 Full Scholarship Awards. One-time Cash Grant shall also be given out for deserving and needy students.

Q9 – Can I apply for this scholarship if I am currently receiving PTPTN loan, which I need to repay upon completion of my studies?

A9 – Yes, provided that once you have been awarded The IGB Scholarship, you are to terminate and repay the PTPTN loan.

Q10 – For more enquiries, whom shall I contact or reach?

Please e-mail IGB at scholarship@igbcorp.com or call us at 03-2289 8989.

Applications are now open to outstanding young Malaysians to apply for the LITRAK Scholarship 2008