University Technology Malaysia Fully Funded Scholarships for 2027 Intake

Students searching for an affordable engineering, technology, or research degree in Asia have another major opportunity to consider. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), one of Malaysia’s leading public research universities, has officially opened admissions and scholarship applications for its 2027 academic intake. The funding opportunities are available to both Malaysian and international students pursuing undergraduate, master’s, and PhD degrees.

The biggest attraction for overseas applicants is that several UTM scholarships provide full tuition support together with a monthly living allowance. Additionally, many applicants from English-speaking educational backgrounds may not be required to submit IELTS or TOEFL scores, making the admission process more accessible for qualified international candidates.

Recognized globally for excellence in engineering, science, innovation, architecture, computing, and technology, UTM continues to attract thousands of international students each year through its extensive scholarship portfolio and research-driven academic environment.

Why UTM is Attracting International Students?

Located in Malaysia, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia has built an international reputation for producing graduates in engineering, artificial intelligence, computing, sustainable development, business, architecture, and advanced research disciplines.

Rather than offering a single scholarship, UTM provides multiple funding schemes throughout the year, allowing successful applicants to receive financial support depending on their academic achievements, chosen programme, nationality, and research profile.

For students planning to study in Asia without paying enormous tuition fees, the university offers one of the broader scholarship selections currently available.

Financial Benefits Available

Selected scholarship recipients may receive benefits that include:

• Full tuition fee coverage
• Living allowance worth up to RMB 1,500 per month (approximately RMB 18,000 annually, depending on the scholarship)
• Funding for undergraduate studies
• Funding for master’s programmes
• Funding for doctoral (PhD) programmes
• Research funding opportunities for eligible postgraduate candidates
• Access to internationally recognized laboratories and research facilities

The exact funding package depends on the scholarship awarded.

Scholarships Available at UTM

Applicants may become eligible for one or more of the following scholarship schemes after admission:

Each scholarship has its own selection criteria and funding level.

Who Can Apply?

Applications are invited from students worldwide who meet the university’s admission requirements and the eligible applicants include:

• International students from any country
• Malaysian citizens
• Undergraduate applicants
• Master’s degree applicants
• PhD applicants
• Students meeting programme-specific academic requirements
• Applicants satisfying UTM’s English language policy
• Candidates submitting complete application documents before the deadline

For certain international applicants educated in English-medium institutions or English-speaking countries, UTM may waive IELTS or TOEFL requirements according to its admission policy.

Study Areas Available at University of Malaysia for Scholarships

The UTM Scholarships support admission into numerous academic disciplines offered by UTM, including:

• Engineering
• Computer Science
• Artificial Intelligence
• Information Technology
• Architecture
• Science
• Mathematics
• Business
• Education
• Built Environment
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Environmental Sciences
• Research-based postgraduate programmes
• Many additional undergraduate and postgraduate fields available at UTM.

Application Deadline

The last date for international applicants to apply for the Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Scholarships for the September 2026 intake (2027 academic cycle) is 31 July 2026. Undergraduate Phase 2 applications close earlier on 17 July 2026, while Malaysian postgraduate applicants have until 31 August 2026 to submit their applications through the official UTM SMARt admission system.