GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Open to Malaysian Students and International Students from LOW OR LOWER-MIDDLE INCOME COUNTRIES.
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2. Only open to registered FULL-TIME RESEARCH MODE PhD postgraduate students.
3. Application must be made in first semester of the study OR at least in the second semester. Eligible for students who have registered in Semester I 2025/2026 (October 2025) and Semester II 2025/2026 (March 2026).
4. The scheme has a maximum duration of 36 months and must be renewed every semester within this period. Renewal is based on the progress of the research study.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
1. Bachelor’s Degree with CGPA>3.00/4.00 or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Malaysian Government
2. Master’s Degree by coursework/mixed mode with CGPA>3.50/4.00 or Master’s Degree by research mode or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Malaysian Government.
3. At least has one manuscript published in a journal indexed by WoS/SCOPUS.
⚠ Only tuition fee will be covered – No Allowance Provided.
(Not inclusive 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) imposed by government of Malaysia (International only)
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via email for an interview. Kindly check your email regularly.
The University’s decision is final.
Closing Date: 01 October 2026 (before 5pm)
For further information, please contact the person in charge below:
ARTS & MEDICAL/HEALTH Clusters
Mrs. Noor Zamreena Riazat Ali - 04-653 2982 | noorzamreena@usm.my
SCIENCES, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY Clusters
Ms. Noor Azulia Zul Azman - 04-653 2983 | azulia@usm.my