Khazanah Watan Scholarship Programme
The Khazanah Watan Scholarship is a prestigious award that offers opportunities for talented and high-achieving Malaysians to pursue Undergraduate and Postgraduate studies at selected leading local universities.
The aim of the Khazanah Watan Scholarship Programme is two-fold: -
- To train Malaysia's brightest talents to transform its GLCs into competitive business locally and internationally.
- To encourage individuals with excellent academic credentials to lead and participate in research initiatives that will contribute to the advancement of the universities' reputation in research and innovation.
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Eligibility
- Possess strong leadership skills and active participation in extra-curricular, social or voluntary activities.
- Applicants must have a consistent and outstanding academic achievement record as follows:
Foundation Studies:- Obtained a minimum of 8As (combination of A and A+) in the recent SPM examination or at least 8As in the recent IGCSE.
*Those who obtained at least 8As in their most recent mock or trial examinations for the upcoming IGCSE are also eligible to apply.
- Obtained A or A+ in the following core subjects: Bahasa Melayu, English, History and Mathematics (only for SPM).
- Not exceeding 18 years of age at the enrolment date for the foundation studies.
Application Date: 29th March 2026 - please refer HERE for latest updates -
Undergraduate (Bachelor’s Degree)
- Obtained admission to pursue studies (conditional offer can be considered) or currently in the first year of a Bachelor’s Degree programme at any of the Yayasan Khazanah’s approved list of universities.
- Obtained a minimum of:
- 3As for STPM; or
- "Jayyid Jidan" for STAM; or
- 3As for GCE A-Level Programme; or
- CGPA 3.50 / 4.00 for Pre-university or Diploma or Foundation or Matriculation Programme; or
- 35 points for International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme
- Obtained a minimum of 3.50 / 4.00 in semester exam for those who are currently in the first year of a Bachelor’s Degree programme at any of our approved list of universities.
- Not exceeding 21 years of age as at the enrolment date for the Bachelor’s Degree Programme.
Application Date: June / July 2026 – please refer HERE for latest updates -
Master’s Degree Programme
- Obtained admission at Yayasan Khazanah’s approved universities in Malaysia (conditional offer can be considered). Those who have applied to the universities but have yet to receive admission are also eligible to apply. In the event that no offer of admission from the university is received during our selection process, please be aware that the scholarship offer will become null and void.
- Obtained a minimum of Second Class Upper Division (UK and Australia University) or where there is a point system, obtained a minimum CGPA of 3.50 for Bachelor's Degree.
- Not exceeding 40 years of age as at the enrolment date for the Master's degree.
- The applicant must have at least two years of working experience.
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PhD
- Obtained admission to pursue studies or currently in the first year of a Doctoral Degree programme at Yayasan Khazanah’s approved universities in Malaysia (Conditional offer can be considered). Those who have applied to the universities but have yet to receive admission are also eligible to apply. In the event that no offer of admission from the university is received during our selection process, please be aware that the scholarship offer will become null and void.
- Obtained a Master Degree with a distinction or a minimum CGPA 3.50 / 4.00 or 'A' grade average and/or excellent examiners' report if the Master Degree is by research.
- Obtained a minimum of Second Class Upper Division (UK and Australia University) or where there is a point system, obtained a minimum CGPA of 3.50 for Bachelor's Degree.
- Not exceeding 40 years of age as at the enrolment date for the Doctorate programme.
- The applicant must have at least two years of working experience.
Application Date: 4th March 12:00AM – 16th March 2026 11:59PM MYT (Master's & PhD Studies)
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Subject Areas
Arts & Humanities
- Archaeology
- Architecture (only for Master’s Degree) / Built Environment
- Art & Design
- Classics & Ancient History
- English Language & Literature
- History
- Linguistics
- Modern Languages
- Performing Arts
- Philosophy
- Theology, Divinity & Religious Studies
Engineering & Technology
- Computer Science
- Engineering - Mechanical
- Engineering - Civil & Structural
- Engineering - Electrical & Electronic
Engineering - Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing
Social Sciences & Management- Accounting & Finance
- Anthropology
- Business & Management Studies
- Communication & Media Studies
- Development Studies
- Economics & Econometrics
- Education
- Hospitality & Leisure Management
- Law
- Library & Information Management
- Politics
- Social Policy & Administration
- Sociology
- Sports-Related Subjects
- Statistics & Operational Research
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Application Process
Please provide the following documents for application:
- SPM results
- IC copy
- Advise on course of interest
Please email all the above directly at: yayasankhazanahwatan@apu.edu.my
More information: www.yayasankhazanah.com.my
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Important Note
Please ensure that you apply within the application period as your application will not be considered once the application has been closed.
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