Full tuition fee waiver for duration of study
The MyBrainSc scholarship is open to Malaysians pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate studies in pure science fields, namely physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics, at local or overseas institutions. This initiative by the Ministry of Higher Education (KPT) supports the National Higher Education Strategic Plan (PSPTN) and seeks to nurture young scientists who are ready to embrace challenges and develop into globally competent scholars.
Scholarship Requirements
- Open for Malaysian students
- Applicants must be under 21 years of age in the year of application
- Must obtain CGPA 3.60 and above in Foundation in Science, Matriculation, STPM, Diploma; OR
- A minimum score of 1180 out of 1600 on all SAT tests, 40 out of 45 in the International Baccalaureate (IB), or an overall grade of A in all A-Level subjects.
- Students must be in final semester
- Applicants must not have received any scholarship, sponsorship, or binding agreement from any other sponsor.
- Applicants pursuing a first-degree program must have at least 12 months of study remaining as of Semester 1, Session 2026/2027
- Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend interview.
Award Details
Full scholarship for full duration of undergraduate study.
Application Process
- For further information or application, please visit: https://biasiswa.mohe.gov.my/MyBrainSc/
- Applicants need to register as a system user.
- All supporting documents must be scanned (scan) from original documents in JPEG or PDF format. Documents must be uploaded (upload) in the application system.
- Applicants will undergo a screening test to assess their aptitude in pure science.
- Followed by evaluation based on the assessment of an appointed interview panel.
About Kementerian Pengajian Tinggi
The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) is the ministry responsible for human capital development and the empowerment of high-skilled talent in Malaysia. Through the Scholarship Division, the ministry provides various sponsorship initiatives to support outstanding students pursuing studies at higher levels.
The main focus of the ministry is to achieve the goals of the National Higher Education Strategic Plan (PSPTN) and produce local experts and scientists recognized globally. Beyond financial support, the ministry strives to ensure the sustainability of the nation's academic excellence.
