Location

Heriot-Watt

Criteria

Eligible candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Malaysian citizens who have completed SPM/STPM/UEC or equivalent qualifications and intend to study at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia Campus
• Applicants from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, specifically those from B40 households with documented financial constraints (B40 classification: monthly household income under RM4,850)
• Demonstrated academic excellence in their previous qualifications:
  • Foundation applicants: Must meet the minimum SPM requirements for HWUM Foundation Programme
  • Undergraduate applicants: Must meet the minimum STPM/UEC requirements for HWUM Foundation Programme

Highlight

• Recipients of this scholarship will be required to fulfill a service commitment after graduation through full-time employment with the sponsoring organization. The duration of this commitment will be determined by the sponsor's specific policies and guidelines.

Awards

Details

This scholarship initiative aims to empower Malaysian youth from B40 households by providing:

• Enhanced educational access and participation opportunities
• Inclusive support for students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds
• Pathways to improve the quality of life for B40 communities (as defined by DOSM: households with monthly income below RM4,850)

Upon completion of their studies, scholarship recipients will be required to fulfill a service commitment through full-time employment with the sponsoring organization.