1. Swinburne University of Technology Malaysia
  2. Swinburne Sarawak Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES)
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Swinburne Sarawak Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES)

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Overview

Scholarship Overview

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Fee Waiver of

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This scholarship provides a tuition fee waiver for Sarawakians who are pursuing Degree studies

The Sarawak Government initiative for higher education in Sarawak which involves financial aid covering tuition fees for eligible students

How to qualify

Requirements

  • Open to Sarawakian
  • First Bachelor Degree
  • Offered into an FTES-approved Undergraduate Degree programme at one of the Sarawak-Owned Institutions of Higher Learning (SIHL). May refer below:
    • Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus
    • Curtin University of Sarawak
    • i-CATS University College
    • University of Technology Sarawak (UTS)
  • Full-time student
  • Not receiving any other scholarship
  • Applicable to selected Degree programmes: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), Medicine, Law, Psychology, Accounting, and Finance
Things you should be aware of

Highlights

  • Applications for FTES (including stipend) are submitted through the respective SIHL.
  • Students must follow all university rules and complete their degree within the period stated in the offer letter; the Scheme only covers this period, and any extension or additional costs will be the student’s own responsibility.
  • Students may change their programme once within the same SIHL, with Ministry approval, and any additional fees are to be covered by the student.
  • Students under FTES are not permitted to transfer between SIHLs; bachelor’s degree students from other institutions who wish to join a SIHL under the FTES must submit a new application and, if approved, will start their studies from Year 1.
  • Deferment is allowed for up to 2 semesters for valid reasons, and FTES will be suspended during this period.
  • Any extension or additional fees due to failed or repeated subjects will not be funded and must be borne solely by the student.
  • FTES, including stipend, will be suspended or terminated if the student has been suspended, terminated, or withdrawn from the University.
How to apply

Application

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What you get

Awards Details

  • Tuition fee waiver of 100%
  • Additional stipend of RM 15,000 per year for student from households with a monthly per capita income of RM 1,500 or less. Detailed breakdown is provided below:
    • RM 5,000 for accommodation through designated SIH Housing Unit
    • RM 10,000 disbursed through SPay Global (also known as SarawakPay), which supports the DuitNow QR platform.

About Sponsor

Swinburne University of Technology Malaysia

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Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus is the international branch campus of Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, Australia. The Sarawak campus opened in Kuching, the capital city of the Malaysian state of Sarawak, in 2000.

The campus is a partnership between Swinburne Australia and the Sarawak government. The campus is part of a long-term strategy by Swinburne Australia, established in 1908, to globalize its operations and provide its students with international living, working and learning opportunities.

Industry Engaged Learning programs - students can engage directly with industry to develop the necessary skills and prepare for their future careers

Vibrant and diverse campus - with over 4,000 students from >60 countries creating a rich learning experience

Affordable fees - the same quality education as Melbourne, at a fraction of the cost of studying in Australia

Global recognition - ranking highly on global lists such as the Young University Ranking (65/250 in 2018), top 400 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings (2016-17), Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), QS rankings and others

Recognition from professional bodies - courses at Swinburne Sarawak are recognised by respective professional organisations such as the the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM), CPA Australia (CPAA), Engineers Australia (EA) and Australian Computer Society

Find more details about this university, its campuses and the courses & scholarships that are offered from the Swinburne University of Technology Malaysia page here.

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