Thursday, July 11, 2013

Yayasan UTP Scholarship for PhD Programme in Malaysia

Yayasan Universiti Teknologi PETRONASUTP Foundation, Malaysia offers PhD scholarship for Malaysian citizens. This scholarship is awarded up to 48 months for pursuing PhD by Research programmes offered at UTP in the research areas related to Oil, Gas and Energy. This scholarship includes a monthly allowance of RM 5,000.00 per month, book allowance of RM 2,000.00, computer allowance up to a maximum of RM 3,000 (once off). Thesis allowance of RM 2,000.00 (once off) and tuition fees as approved by UTP. Applications should be submitted online till 26th June 2013.


Study Subject(s): Scholarship is provided to pursue PhD by Research programmes offered at UTP in the research areas related to Oil, Gas and Energy. The following programmes are offered: Petroleum Engineering, Petroleum Geoscience, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Information Technology and Applied Sciences.
Course Level: The recipient of this scholarship shall undertake PhD by Research (On Campus mode)
Scholarship Provider: Yayasan Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP Foundation)
Scholarship can be taken at: Malaysia


Eligibility: PhD Applicant

-Must be a Malaysian citizen

-Age must not exceed 45 at the time of application

-Must possess a related Bachelor Degree qualification with a minimum CGPA of 3.25/4.00 or equivalent recognized by UTP Senate

-Possess a related Master Degree by Coursework/Mixed mode with a minimum CGPA of 3.25/4.00 or a Master by Research mode with at least 1 (one) article published in peer-reviewed journals or equivalent qualifications recognised by the UTP Senate

-Preference will be given to candidates with relevant industrial experience

-Passionate to become a researcher and academician.


Scholarship Open for International Students: Students of Malaysia can apply for this scholarship.


Scholarship Description: Yayasan UTP (UTP Foundation) was established in 2007 to promote and further the cause of education in the country, and to support the future development of Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) as an academic institution of excellence. Yayasan UTP plays a key role in seeking donations and in forging new partnerships with individuals and organisations, and supports UTP through the next phase of its growth as a leading educational institution that promotes creativity and innovation. It also provides opportunities for the next generation of students to pursue knowledge, especially in the fields of science and technology, as well as help prepare them for a career in the increasingly challenging global economy.


Duration of award(s): Maximum sponsorship up to 48 months.


 What does it cover? 

-Monthly allowance of RM 5,000.00 per month.

-Tuition fees as approved by UTP.

-Book allowance of RM 2,000.00 (over the whole duration of study).

-Computer allowance up to a maximum of RM 3,000 (once off).

-Thesis allowance of RM 2,000.00 (once off).

-Attending and presenting of 3 (three) research papers at approved national or international conferences in Malaysia or approved international conferences in South East Asia Region – (3 (three) local conferences OR 2 (two) local conference and 1 (one) international conferences in South East Asia Region).

-Successful candidates shall be bonded upon completion of their studies.


 How to Apply: All applications shall be made through Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS website. Prior to submitting the online application form, students are advised to:

Download Application Checklist for Yayasan UTP Scholarship (documents submission through email)

Download Guideline for Research Proposal (not more than 2000 words)

Please prepare 2 (two) Referees details in which at least 1 (one) of them must be Academician.  The referees must have no family relationship with the candidate.

Please scan the application form and attach all the documents required and email to yutp_scholarship-at-petronas.com.my by or before 26 June 2013.

Please quote Yayasan UTP Scholarship and Application Reference No as a SUBJECT when submitting the scanned documents.


Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 26th June 2013.


Further Official Scholarship Information and Application



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