United World Colleges (UWC) Malaysian Scholarships 2009

Scholarships to pursue studies in United World Colleges (UWC) for the academic year of 2009 - 2011 is open.

URL:

www.uwc.org

Eligibility:

Candidates must be Malaysian citizens aged between 16 to 18 years old. Candidates must be living and studying in Malaysia at the time of application. Limited number of places for the scholarships are available. Candidates must have taken their Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) last year or alternatively will be sitting for their International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) this year. Students with at least six distinctions in SPM or 50 per cent A or A* in IGCSE, as well as good co-curriculum records, can apply.

Application Details:

Download the application forms from the Malaysia UWC official website www.uwc-my.org, write to The Secretariat UWC National Committee — Malaysia c/o Dilog Resources Sdn Bhd, 338 Level 3, Block A Kelana Centre Point, Jalan SS7/19 Kelana Jaya 47301 Petaling Jaya, call 03-7880-5455/66 or email selection.my@nc.uwc.net

Other Details:

Selection process includes written application and interviews. Other elements may include a piece of written work, group discussions and teamwork exercises.

For details on UWC worldwide, visit their website at www.uwc.org

Petronas Education Scholarship Programs

URL:
http://esu-spmtrial.petronas.com.my/

Level:
Degree Programs

Programs:

1. PETRONAS Education Scholarship Overseas Programs

Petronas Education Scholarship Overseas programmes are mainly for those pursuing Engineering, Applied Science, Business Management and Economics. Under the programme, scholars will pursue their pre-university programmes (A-Levels / International Baccalaureate / Australian Foundation / New Zealand Foundation) in Malaysia and must excel prior to pursuing undergraduate studies overseas.

2. Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) Program

The UTP programme is for those wishing to pursue degree courses in engineering and technology at one of the most prestigious universities in Malaysia. Admission is based on excellent SPM qualifications. Under this programme, students are required to follow and pass the Foundation Programme (1 year) at UTP before proceeding with a Bachelor Programme

Location:
Local (UTP) and Foreign Universities

Field of Study:
Engineering, Petroleum, Chemical, Mechanical,Electrical,Electrical & Electronics, Civil, Environmental,Geology,Geophysics, Medicine, Applied Science, Accounts & Finance, Business Administration, Business Management and Economics.

Eligibility:
PETRONAS Education Scholarship are available to those with excellent results in the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination for undergraduate courses in Malaysia and overseas.
Academic Requirements:

Overseas Technical Programs

(Engineering, Petroleum, Chemical, Mechanical,Electrical,Electrical & Electronics, Civil, Environmental,Geology,Geophysics, Medicine)

Credit in BM, at least Grade 2A in English, Modern Math, Add Math, Physics/ Chemistry/ any other Engineering related subjects. Total unit for the above 5 subjects to be not more than 10.

Overseas Non Technical Programs

(Accounts & Finance, Business Administration, Economics)

Credit in BM, at least Grade 2A in English, Modern Math, Prinsip Akaun/ Perdagangan/ Economics/any other relevent subjects. Total unit for the above 5 subjects to be not more than 10.

University Teknologi Petronas

(Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics, Information Technology, Information System)

Credit in BM, at least Grade 3B in English, Modern Math, Add Math, Physics/ Chemistry/ any other Engineering related subjects. Total unit of the above 5 subjects to be not more than 12 (Engineering) or 15 (IT/IS)

Other Details:

PETRONAS, through its Education Sponsorship Unit (ESU) is one of the pioneering providers of sponsorship for higher education. It was set up to complement the nation's effort in developing its technical and professional manpower in its pursuit of economic development, in line with its role as a good corporate citizen.Thus, every year, PETRONAS never fail to offers sponsorships to deserving students.

Application Details:

Application for PETRONAS Education Scholarship Programs , University Teknologi Petronas will be announced online. Fill Online application at PETRONAS Education Scholarship Programs University Teknologi Petronas 2008 academic session.

Undergraduate and Graduate Scholarships by the Government of the Republic of Korea

URL:
http://mys.mofat.go.kr/eng/as/mys/main/index.jsp

Level:
Undergraduate Course and Graduate Course

Field of Study:
One-year korean language course and Four-year degree program in Korea.

Eligibility:

* The applicants must be under 25 years old who have finished or are scheduled to finish a total of 12 years formal education as of 1 March 2009.
* Applicants should possess a good command of English and be willing to promote amicable relations between Malaysia and the Republic of Korea.

Benefits of Scholarship:

* Five-year study programme in Korea comprising one year of Korean Language course and four years of undergraduate course.
* Roundtrip airfare
* Monthly allowances (about RM2500)
* Settlement allowances
* Language training expenses
* Medical Insurance
* Full tuition fees coverage.

Closing Date:
The due date for the application is 5 February 2009. To obtain further information and an application form, please refer to the attached guideline.

Other Details:

The Government of the Republic of Korea is offering scholarship for at least six Malaysian students in order to support their undergraduate studies in Korea.

The scholarship serves to promote education exchanges and friendship between Malaysia and Korea. Last year, the Korean government awarded scholarship to seven Malaysians for undergraduate degree course and forty two for graduate degree course.

The Korean Government scholarship for graduate studies will be announced in the next February 2009.

IB Diploma Programme Scholarship by SJI International (Singapore)

URL:
www.sji-international.com.sg

Level:
IB Diploma Programme

Eligibility:

We are looking for outstanding students who are completing their level examinations this year, who have excellent quality of mind, active participation in non-academic activities, positive personal qualities and strong communication abilities. Scholarships providing 100% funding of school fees are also available for students from families with total annual family incomes of under $50,000 will be considered.

Scholarship Benefits:

* The scholarship funds 75% of the school fees.
* Scholarships providing 100% funding of school fees are also available. Students from families with total annual family incomes of under $50,000 will be considered.

Application Details:

Visit for the scholarship application form, and information on the school and its IB Diploma Programme. Queries on the scholarship can be directed to the Admissions Officer, Ms Vivien Chua, at vivien.chua@sji-international.com.sg

Other Details:

Built upon the foundations of one of Singapore's most established schools, St Joseph's Institution (SJI) International is fast developing a reputation for its high quality of education, vibrant school life, and a strong family-like culture.

The school is now offering scholarships for the study of the IB Diploma Programme in 2009-2010. The aim is to enable outstanding students who will enrich the school community to benefit from its education regardless of financial means.

Basic Interview Questions that you DIE DIE must know!

these are a list of interview questions that you must be prepared with before going for the interview.

	What are your greatest strengths?
	What are your career goals?
	Where do you see yourself in five years? Ten years?
	Tell me about a personal achievement that makes you proud.
	Tell me about a mistake that you made and what you learned from it.
	Who has influenced your life and why?
	Why would you be an excellent recipient of ___ scholarship?

These are the basics. Know these answers cold.

Next, think specifically about the scholarship award that you are seeking. Be sure you are very well informed about the organization.

	What is the mission of the organization offering the award?
	Who have they given the award to in the past and why?
	Who are the judges?
	What is it about your application that made you a finalist?

and the list is non-exhaustive. Try to be creative and get yourself prepared with more questions. It is definitely better to be prepared than betting yourself on impromptu interviews.

For the full article on basic interview questions, visit HERE.