Universiti Brunei Darussalam
جامعة بروناي دار السلام
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Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) hosts international students funded by the Brunei Darussalam Government Scholarship, which enables foreign students to pursue bachelor's and postgraduate studies at universities in Brunei. It typically includes a tuition waiver, accommodation, a monthly allowance and airfare. Applications usually go through the Brunei embassy or relevant government bodies in the applicant's country, with eligible countries announced annually.
Available programmes
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Universiti Brunei Darussalam Graduate Research Scholarship (UGRS)
PhDFully Funded30 majorsNext cycle not announced yet
Life and living
Bandar Seri Begawan
Life and living
Bandar Seri Begawan
Living in Bandar Seri Begawan
Capital of Brunei (figure for Brunei-Muara District), a quiet city on the Brunei River, home to Universiti Brunei Darussalam and Universiti Teknologi Brunei.
Top landmarks
Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque
Abdullah Geelah · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Kampong Ayer water village
Jame’ Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque
Last verified: October 2026
Sources:Asia News Network (DEPS data) – Brunei population 2024
Faculties and programmes
12 faculties · 46 programmes
Faculties and programmes
12 faculties · 46 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS)
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishMSMalay- AnthropologyEN
- Environmental Science· MasterEN
- Fine Arts (Painting, Sculpture)· Master, PhDEN
- GeographyEN
- Graphic Design· BachelorEN
- HistoryEN
- International Relations· BachelorEN
- Journalism· Master, PhDEN
- Languages and Literature
- SociologyEN
UBD School of Business and Economics
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Accounting· Bachelor
- Business Management
- Economics
- Entrepreneurship· Bachelor
- Finance
- Supply Chain Management· Master
Faculty of Science (FOS)
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science· Bachelor
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Physics
Faculty of Integrated Technologies (FIT)
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering· Bachelor
- Industrial Engineering· Master, PhD
- Mechanical Engineering· Bachelor
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School of Digital Science (SDS)
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Science
- Cybersecurity
- Data Science & Analytics
- Public Health· Master
PAPRSB Institute of Health Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Dentistry· Bachelor
- General Medicine
- Medical Laboratory Sciences
- Nursing
- Pharmacy· Bachelor
- Public Health· Master, PhD
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Institute of Education (SHBIE)
MasterPhDENEnglish- Curriculum & Instruction
- Early Childhood Education· Master
- Special Education· Master
Sultan Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Centre for Islamic Studies (SOASCIS)
MasterPhDENEnglishMSMalay- Theology & Religious Studies
Academy of Brunei Studies
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishMSMalay- History
Institute of Policy Studies
MasterPhDENEnglish- Political Science
Institute of Asian Studies
MasterPhDENEnglish- International Relations
Centre for Advanced Material and Energy Sciences
MasterPhDENEnglish- Materials Science & Engineering
- Physics
Scholarships to study at this university
Scholarships from other funders that include this university among their partner universities.
Brunei Darussalam Government Scholarship (BDGS)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Tuition waiver and housing, BND 1,200 monthly allowance.
Next cycle not announced yet. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: PhD application with research proposal, Transcripts and degree certificates.
Apply directly on the official website: https://ubd.edu.bn. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
QS World University Rankings 2026
Rank#367
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