Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship 2024-2025
The Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship for 2024-2025 offers foreign students the opportunity to study at Diploma, Undergraduate, and Postgraduate levels in Brunei’s top institutions. It’s open to applicants under 25 for Diploma/Undergraduate and under 35 for Master’s programs, focusing on academic excellence and cultural exchange.
Administered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this Brunei government scholarship is a golden opportunity for foreign students to embark on a transformative educational journey in one of Southeast Asia’s most serene and culturally rich nations.
Which Universities are offering this Brunei Darussalam Scholarship?
The scholarship program opens doors to several prominent educational institutions in Brunei, offering a diverse range of academic fields. These institutions include:
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- Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA): Specializing in Islamic studies and related disciplines.
- Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD): Known for its comprehensive range of programs and research opportunities.
- Kolej Universiti Perguruan Ugama Seri Begawan (KUPU SB): Offering courses in religious and spiritual education.
- Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB): Focusing on technological and engineering courses.
- Politeknik Brunei (PB): Providing practical and industry-relevant diploma courses.
Eligibility Requirements
This Brunei government scholarship 2024 is most suitable for bright international students and sets specific criteria to ensure the selection of the most deserving candidates. Applicants must:
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- 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.
It’s important to 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 of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship 2024
- Check Eligibility: Verify that you meet the age requirements (under 25 for Undergraduate/Diploma and under 35 for Postgraduate Master’s programs) and have the necessary English language proficiency.
- Prepare Documents: Gather certified true copies of your academic qualifications, birth certificate, passport, and English translations of non-English documents. Also, prepare references and recommendations.
- Fill Out Online Application of Brunei Darussalam scholarship
- Submit Additional University Applications: If 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). - Review and Submit: Double-check all entries and documents for accuracy, then submit your application.
- Await Result Announcement: After submission, wait for the selection committee’s decision. Successful candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for the Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship for the 2024-2025 academic session is February 15, 2024.
