The Government of Malaysia Technical Cooperation is currently inviting applications for the 2024 MCTP Scholarship from interested and qualified candidates willing to pursue a Master’s degree in the country.
The Government of Malaysia MCTP Scholarship will provide full sponsorship for selected candidates including tuition, living stipends, rent, and travel allowance, to the tune of RM3,500.00 per month.Â
In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.
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Government of Malaysia MCTP Scholarship Abstract
- Scholarship Host: Malaysian Government
- Location: Malaysia
- Category: Scholarships || Study Abroad || Study-In-Asia ||  Postgraduate Scholarships || Masters ScholarshipsÂ
- Benefits: Full Scholarship
- Tuition
- $9,516 Living Stipend
- AccommodationÂ
- Travel Costs
- Eligibility: All Countries
- Deadline: June 30, 2024
Government of Malaysia MCTP Scholarship Details
The Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) aspires to attract a talented pool of candidates from developing nations to Malaysia.
The Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) was established in 1980 as Malaysia’s commitment to South-South Cooperation through the sharing of Malaysia’s development experiences and expertise with other developing countries.
The Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education will not only provide you the chance to scale high-quality education but also will help you enjoy the positives of Malaysia in a due manner.
Suppose you have a good academic background and an enthusiasm to do something different and bigger in your country. In that case, the Malaysian government is welcoming you with open arms under the global scholarship program.
The objectives of the MTCP are:
- To share experience with other developing countries;
- To strengthen bilateral ties with developing countries;
- To encourage and promote South-South Cooperation; and
- To encourage and promote technical cooperation within developing countries.
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Government of Malaysia MCTP Scholarship Requirements
An eligible candidate for the Government of Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme shall meet the following criteria:
- Not more than 45 years old at the time of application.
- intend to pursue full-time postgraduate studies (Master’s) in Malaysia.
- Have obtain a minimum of Second Class Upper (Honours) or a minimum CGPA of 3.5 or equivalent at the Undergraduate Degree level.
- Proof of English Language Proficiency:
- Scanned copy of the original proof of English Language Proficiency such as IELTS (minimum total
score 6) or TOEFL internet-based test (minimum total score of 60); or - Has obtained a previous degree(s) with English used as the medium of instruction.
- Scanned copy of the original proof of English Language Proficiency such as IELTS (minimum total
- Application is only open to applicants who have received a valid admission offer letter/s from at least one (1) university in Malaysia but have not yet started their postgraduate studies or those who have registered for no more than one semester for a Master’s Degree.
- Has an excellent level of health certified by a doctor/physician. The cost of the medical check-up shall be fully borne by the applicant.
Scholarship Benefits and Timeline
This scholarship covers:
- Tuition Fees
- Other allowances of RM3,500.00 per month which
includes: - Cost of Living Allowance
- Book Allowance
- Tools Allowance
- House Rental Allowance
- Placement Allowance
- Thesis Allowance
- Travel Allowance
- Practical Training Allowance
- End of Study Allowance
- Medical Allowance
- Insurance Allowance
- One-off return economy-class airline ticket from student’s closest international airport to Malaysia and back to student’s home country.
Required Documents for Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme
- Application form (to be filled in the online system);
- Latest Admission Offer Letter from Malaysian Universities for academic intake 2023 (Please refer to List of
Universities). - Letter of Recommendation from two (2) referees;
- Statement of Intent;\
- A certified copy of Academic Transcript;
- Record of all the courses taken throughout the degree programme must be reflected in the academic transcripts;
- Applicants must submit transcripts of their undergraduate studies; and
- Applicants must submit an official document issued by the applicant’s alma mater describing the university’s grade system. If an applicant’s transcript does not include information on CGPA, marks or score percentile, the documents must be certified.
Application Procedure
To apply for the Government of Malaysia MCTP Scholarship, interested applicants should;
- Read the details we have provided on this page and ensure your eligibility
- apply first for admission to an eligible university via its respective application procedure.
- click on the button below to visit the scholarship application page
- create your account and login using your personal details.
- fill out the application form and upload all required documents.
- more details about the scholarship can be found HERE
All applications must be submitted through our online application system via the link provided below. Click to visit the application portal.
Deadline: June 30th, 2024
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