Applications are now open for the Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship to Foreign Students for the 2025/2026 academic session! This prestigious scholarship offers a unique opportunity for international students to pursue Diploma, Undergraduate, and Postgraduate Master’s Degree programs at leading institutions in Brunei. Here are the details you need to know.
Scholarship Summary
Host Country: Brunei Darussalam
Monthly Stipend: BND$650 (personal) and BND$150 (meals)
Study Levels: Diploma, Undergraduate, and Postgraduate Master’s Degree
Coverage: Fully Funded
Deadlines: Application deadline is February 15, 2025
Start date: Academic year commences July/August 2025.
Scholarship Benefits and Coverage
Selected scholars will receive comprehensive financial support, including:
Tuition Fees: Full coverage of tuition fees for the chosen program.
Travel Costs: Round-trip airfare to and from Brunei.
Accommodation: On-campus housing provided during the study period.
Living Allowance: A monthly personal allowance of BND$500.00.
Meals: A monthly meals allowance of BND$150.00
Books allowance: Annual book allowance of BND$600.00
Health Insurance: Comprehensive insurance cover for the whole duration of the Scholarship.
Baggage allowance: For shipment of the scholarship recipient's personal effects to his country of origin/country of domicile upon completion of the programme, at a maximum amount of: BND$250.00 to a country within the ASEAN region; or BND$500.00 to a country outside the ASEAN region;
Eligible Fields of Study
The Scholarship provides applicants with the opportunity to pursue studies in various disciplines at the Diploma, Undergraduate Degree and Postgraduate Master's Degree level at the following institutions of higher education in Brunei:
ℹ️ For queries related to courses/programmes offered, visit any website of the participating Universities linked above.
Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Nationality: Open to international students from all countries.
Academic Qualifications: A strong academic record with a Bachelor’s degree for postgraduate studies.
English Proficiency: Proof of English language proficiency (e.g., TOEFL or IELTS).
Health: Must pass a medical examination.
Age: Not exceed the age of 25, for Undergraduate and Diploma programmes, and the age of 35, for Postgraduate Master's Degree programmes, on the first day of July on the year when the course/programme starts.
Application Procedure
To apply for the Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship, follow these steps:
1. Visit the Official Website: Access the scholarship page on the Ministry of Education, Brunei Darussalam’s website and review all details and eligibility criteria.
2. Complete the Application Form: Fill out the online application form (BDGS Online Application Form)
3. Submit Supporting Documents: Documents to be uploaded in the application form:
Identification Cards
Certified true copies of Birth Certificate and Passport.
Certified true copies of academic qualifications and other supporting documents (i.e. certificates, testimonials, transcripts).
References and recommendations from referees. (Using linked template here)
4. University Application:
ℹ️ Applicants applying to Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) must also complete an online application through UBDS's admission portal.
ℹ️ Applicants applying to Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) must also complete an online application through UTB's admission portal.
ℹ️ For further queries email: queriesBDGS2025@mfa.gov.bn
🗓️ Application deadline: February 15, 2025.
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