This scholarship aims to help qualified and deserving Malaysians, between the ages 22-35 to engage in short-term collaborative projects/programmes of up to three months, at an internationally-recognised host institution in selected disciplines (education, arts, sports, community/social work, environment, health, science and technology).

• Qualified citizens of Malaysia
• Aged between 22 to 35 years old
• For academics, a Master or equivalent professional degree at the time of application in the field in which you are applying.
• For professionals and those outside academia, recognised professional standing and substantial professional accomplishments in the field in which you are applying.

• Education and Community
• Environment
• Health, Science and Technology

Click here to apply for the scholarship.
Applicants need to upload these required documents :

• Recent Passport Sized Photo
• Identity Card
• Academic Transcripts
• Attachment Proposal
• Attachment Budget
• Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
• Résumé/Curriculum Vitae
• Others

The application for this scholarship is only available online. Any hard copies or physical applications will not be accepted.
Candidates will be shortlisted for interviews.
Only successful applicants will be contacted via email and/or phone call.

Merdeka Award Secretariat
Level 67, Tower 1
Petronas Twin Towers
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
50088 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Tel: +603-2331 0952
Email: [email protected]