Partner Scholarships

The OCBC Bank culture rests on nurturing and developing outstanding individuals through quality education and providing them challenging – and rewarding – opportunities to grow to their fullest potential.

Apart from the financial aid we provide to cover tuition fees and daily living expenses, we offer our scholars internship opportunities to gain hands-on working experience.

The scholarship is open to students who have gained admission or are eligible for admission into their first year full-time undergraduate studies at all public and private universities recognised by the Government of Malaysia.

First year students from these universities are also welcome to apply.

Programme offered:

• Undergraduate programme offers in Heriot-Watt University Malaysia.

Criteria:

This Scholarship is open to:

• A Malaysian citizen who has gained admission (or is eligible for admission) into their full-time undergraduate studies.
• Holds leadership positions in extra-curricular activities, societies, and clubs in school/university.
• Possesses a dynamic personality with excellent communication and critical thinking skills.
• Must not be a recipient of other scholarship(s) or award(s) from any other organisations and/or institutions.

Key Dates:

Application Period: Application opens until 30 June 2026

Link to the scholarship page:

Scholarship info: https://www.ocbc.com.my/group/careers/students/public-scholarship

Application form: https://www.ocbc.com.my/iwov-resources/sg/ocbc/hr/pdf/active_OCBC_Public%20Scholarship_Application_Form_2026.pdf

The Tunku Abdul Rahman Scholarship is an undergraduate degree scholarship open to high potential, deserving students with a strong ambition to contribute to the development of Malaysia. As the Scholarship focuses on holistic development, recipients of the Scholarship also known as Tunku Scholars will undergo a 2-year leadership programme to initiate change as young leaders in their communities and their country.

The Tunku Abdul Rahman Scholarship provides elaborate financial support in the following areas:

• University Fees - Full sponsorship of tuition fees in Heriot-Watt University Malaysia.
• Monthly Allowance - Living allowance will be provided monthly throughout the scholarship.
• Annual Allowance - Professional development allowance for Scholars’ self-improvement. Stationery and book allowances are also provided, as well as flight allowances (limited to flights between East and West Malaysia only).
• One-Off Allowance - To cover other essential expenses related to academic and professional needs, such as laptop purchases, thesis-related costs, and formal attire.

Programme offered:

• All undergraduate programme offers in Heriot-Watt University Malaysia.

Criteria:

1. This Scholarship is open to:

• Candidates who have already completed their pre-university course and shall enrol into an undergraduate degree programme by March 2027.
• Candidates who have at least two years of their undergraduate studies remaining (completion date after September 2028)

2. Candidates who have just finished pre-university will be given a conditional offer subject to them receiving an offer of study from Heriot-Watt University Malaysia.

3. Yayasan Tunku Abdul Rahman will prioritise candidates who:

• Come from challenging backgrounds, such as candidates who are PWD (OKU), candidates from rural communities and candidates from families with an income of below RM5,250 a month.
• Have overcome or are currently overcoming difficult life challenges.
• Show leadership and strong character.

Key Dates:

Application Period: 8 February 2026 - 8 April 2026

Link to the scholarship page:

Scholarship info www.yayasantar.org.my/tarscholarship

Application form bit.ly/btar2026

 

The MNRB Scholarship Fund was established by MNRB Holdings Berhad on 1 April 1998 with an objective to assist in the development of the nation’s insurance and takaful industries by enabling promising students to have access to quality education, in order to produce quality insurance and takaful professionals for the long-term development of the Malaysian insurance and takaful industries.

Since then, the Fund has awarded to more than 700 bright Malaysians from all races to pursue selected courses related to the Insurance and Takaful industry.

Programme offered:

• BSc (Hons) Actuarial Science
• BSc (Hons) Statistical Data Science

Criteria:

The required academic qualifications are as follows: -

• SPM – Minimum 7As in SPM, including Mathematics & Add Math and minimum CEFR B1
• STPM – minimum CGPA of 3.50 and pass in general studies
• Foundation / Matriculation / Diploma – minimum CGPA of 3.50

Key Dates:

Application Period: 1^st February 2026 until 2 weeks after the release of SPM 2025 result

Link to the scholarship page:

Scholarship info https://www.mnrb.com.my/careers/scholarships

Application form https://forms.office.com/r/e4kD7in4ab

The Zchwantech Scholarship Programme offers full coverage of tuition fees and career opportunities for Computing Science students only.

Eligibility: 

• Applicant who has been offered and accepted to study as full-time undergraduate student in Heriot-Watt University Malaysia (HWUM) BSc (Hons) Computing Science programme OR current active HWUM BSc (Hons) Computing Science programme student.
• Malaysian citizens only.

Result Requirements:

Types of Qualification	Results
SPM/ IGCSE or equivalent	Minimum 8As
Foundation/ STPM	Minimum CGPA 3.20 / 55% or it's equivalent academic performance
Current HWUM 2nd Year or 3rd year Computing Science Student	Minimum CGPA 3.20 / 55% per academic year*

* Once awarded, the student is to maintain this grade for the rest of the years of the course

• Applicants that are actively involved in extra-curricular activities will have an added advantage.

How to Apply: 

1. Fill in Zchwantech Scholarship Programme Core Value Assessment Form.
2. Fill in Zchwantech Scholarship Programme Application Form and compile all required documents listed in Section G.
3. Email to MYScholarship@hw.ac.uk 

Download the forms here:

• Zchwantech Scholarship Programme Core Value Assessment Form
• Zchwantech Scholarship Programme Application Form

Application Timeline: On-going

The successful scholar is required to serve a scholarship bond upon graduation from the programme, in the form of full-time employment, with the scholarship sponsor. The bond period is subject to the scholarship sponsor's policies and guidelines. In the event that an employment is offered by the Sponsor to the Sponsored Student, the Sponsored Student shall work in the company to be designated by the Sponsor (eg: the Sponsored Student is to work for one (1) year for receiving one year of Sponsorship).

Sin Chew Education Fund was established to aid poor or needy students to further their tertiary studies in Malaysia.

In partnership with Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Sin Chew offers scholarships to the following programmes:

Foundation leading to degree in:

• MEng Chemical Engineering
• MEng Mechanical Engineering
• MEng Civil Engineering
• MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• BSc (Hons) Actuarial Science
• BSc (Hons) Statistical Data Science 
• MA (Hons) Accounting and Business Finance
• MA (Hons) Business and Finance
• MA (Hons) International Business Management
• MA (Hons) Marketing
• BBA (Hons) Bachelor of Business Administration
• BSc (Hons) Psychology 
• BSc (Hons) Psychology with Management
• BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying 
• BSc (Hons) Computing Science

Applicants must fulfil the following academic requirements:

• A Levels/STPM: AAB
• UEC: 6A
• IB Diploma: 32 pts
• CPU: 85%
• ATAR: 85%
• Matriculation/Foundation/Diploma from other institution: CGPA 3.5 or 90%

How to apply:

1. Applicant is required to register online as a member via Sin Chew Daily Education Fund Official website.
2. Once successfully registered, the applicant must log in to activate the E-application form through Sin Chew Education Fund website.
3. The E-application form must be completely filled and printed out.
4. Upon signing the printed application form, please attach the relevant documents, and post to the address as shown below.
5. Picture reference for documents submission: download.

Sin Chew Daily Education Fund
Sin Chew Media Corporation Berhad (Corp Comm & Promotion Dept)
19 Jalan Semangat,
46200 Petaling Jaya,
Selangor.

Note: Proof of posting is not proof of receipt.

The Star Education Fund scholarship is offered under the collaboration between Star Media Group with Heriot-Watt University Malaysia to provide higher education opportunities to deserving young Malaysians.

Scholarships are applicable to the following programmes:

Foundation leading to or direct entry to degree in:

• MEng Chemical Engineering
• MEng Mechanical Engineering
• MEng Civil Engineering
• MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Eligibility:

• Malaysian citizens not more than 25 years of age.
• Excel in extra-curricular activities or active in sports.
• Not bonded to or in receipt of any financial aid or awards from other educational institutions or organisations.
• Possess reasonably good result in SPM / UEC or equivalent (for Foundation course).
• Possess reasonably good results in STPM / UEC or equivalent (for Degree courses).

How to apply:

Please read through The Guide HERE before applying.

To apply, please click HERE

Only shortlisted scholarship applicants will be notified.

For further enquiries, email edufund@thestar.com.my or call 03-7967 1388 ext. 1642 / 1643

The Hilti Scholarship Programme empowers exceptional young leaders by offering a full scholarship, hands-on internship experience, dedicated mentorship, and access to a strong industry network. With a focus on academic excellence and leadership development, the programme equips scholars with the tools and guidance to thrive and become future trailblazers in technology and innovation.

Program offered

• Degree in IT, Software Engineering, or Computer Science
  (similarity programme in Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is BSc (Hons) Computing Science & BSc (Hons) Information Systems with Data Analytics)

Eligibility

• Mid-way undergraduate students (Year 1 or Year 2)
• Pre-university leavers planning to pursue a degree in relevant fields.
• Pursuing a degree in IT, Software Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Enrolled and received a university admission offer letter.
• Not holding any other scholarships that have bond terms.
• Eligible to work in Malaysia, without needing any sponsorship for work permit now or in the future.
• Demonstrate outstanding academic performance and proactive leadership in extracurricular initiatives (e.g., clubs and societies, sports, personal projects)

How to apply

1. Please read through The Guide before applying.
2. To apply, please click here.
3. Only shortlisted scholarship applicants will be notified by Hilti scholarship committee.

Application Timeline: 1st June 2025 - 31st July 2025