The Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship for the academic session 2024-2025 provides a remarkable opportunity for international students to pursue studies at the Diploma, Undergraduate, and Postgraduate levels in Brunei's esteemed institutions. Open to applicants under 25 for Diploma/Undergraduate and under 35 for Master’s programs, the scholarship emphasizes academic excellence and cultural exchange.
Administered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this scholarship offers a transformative educational experience in one of Southeast Asia's serene and culturally rich nations.
Participating Universities:
This scholarship program opens doors to various prominent educational institutions in Brunei, specializing in diverse academic fields:
1. Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA): Specializing in Islamic studies and related disciplines.
2. Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD): Known for its comprehensive range of programs and research opportunities.
3. Kolej Universiti Perguruan Ugama Seri Begawan (KUPU SB): Offering courses in religious and spiritual education.
4. Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB): Focusing on technological and engineering courses.
5. Politeknik Brunei (PB): Providing practical and industry-relevant diploma courses.
Eligibility Criteria:
This scholarship is suitable for bright international students who must:
- Be under 25 years of age for Undergraduate and Diploma programs, and under 35 for Postgraduate Master’s Degree programs as of July 1 in the year the course begins.
- Demonstrate proficiency in English with a Credit 6 at GCE ‘O’ Level Examination or a Grade ‘C” in IGCSE English (as a second language) or an IELTS score of 6.0 or a TOEFL minimum score of 550.
Please note that the scholarship primarily caters to students who haven’t studied in Brunei before; hence, current students or those who have previously studied in Brunei are not eligible.
Application Process:
1. Check Eligibility: Verify age requirements and English proficiency.
2. Prepare Documents: Gather necessary certified documents, including academic qualifications, birth certificate, passport, and English translations of non-English documents. Also, prepare references and recommendations.
3. Fill Out Online Application: Complete the online application for the Brunei Darussalam scholarship.
4. Submit Additional University Applications: f applying to Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) or Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB), complete their respective online application processes:
Universiti Brunei Darussalam(UBD), Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA), Universiti Teknologi Brunei(UTB), Kolej Universiti Perguruan Ugama Seri Begawan(KUPU SB), Politeknik Brunei (PB).5. Review and Submit: Double-check all entries and documents for accuracy, then submit your application.
6. Await Result Announcement: Wait for the selection committee’s decision. Successful candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.
Application Deadline:
The deadline for the Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship for the 2024-2025 academic session is February 15, 2024.
