MalaysiaPhDDeadline varies by university or programmePartially FundedUKM Zamalah Research Scheme for PhD Students (Tuition Fee Assistance)
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Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia’s Zamalah Research Scheme helps full-time research PhD students with admission and tuition fees for semesters 1–3, extendable based on performance and funding. The scheme pays at the Malaysian citizen fee rate, so international students pay the difference to UKM. PhD applicants of any nationality need a master’s CGPA of at least 3.50 and at least one paper in a WoS, Scopus or ERA-indexed journal in the past five years, plus a supervisor with an active research grant. Recipients must meet publication targets each semester. Calls are announced each semester by UKM’s Centre for Academic Management.
Funding Benefits & Coverage
1 BenefitsTuition fee assistance (semesters 1–3)
Paid at the Malaysian citizen rate; international students pay the remaining fees. Extension depends on performance and funding.
Eligibility & Acceptance Criteria
4 CriteriaRequired Documents
4 DocsFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.
Funding type: Partially Funded. Announced benefits: Tuition fee assistance (semesters 1–3).
Eligible levels: PhD.
Deadline varies by university or programme. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: Zamalah application form and document checklist, UKM offer letter for full-time PhD by research, Supervisor recommendation and research proposal (max. 5 pages), Master’s transcript and proof of indexed publication.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.ukm.my/akademik/?p=12580. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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