The High Achiever's Scholarship (HAS) is a merit scholarship awarded at the discretion of the University to deserving and academically excellent students in recognition of their achievements. HAS is applicable for studies at University of Nottingham Malaysia only and made available on an automatic basis to any academically qualified applicants.

Foundation

• Qualification: please refer to Appendix A
• Grades obtained in religion, general studies, physical education, and subjects which are not taken into consideration for a programme are generally excluded.

Undergraduate

• Grades obtained in religion, general studies, physical education, and subjects which are not taken into consideration for a programme are generally excluded.
• Where a programme requires specific-subject grade equivalent to A level, you will be asked to achieve a particular grade at a similar level. Grade A- or B-* will not be considered when grade A or *B is required as part of the criteria.
• Qualification: please refer to Appendix A
• Specific Criteria: please refer to Appendix A

A scholarship equivalent to 25%, 20% and 15% reduction of the first’s year tuition fee.

The scholarship is granted exclusively for the first year of study only. 

Automatic. No application needed.

Dean's Excellence Scholarship (DES) is awarded to top achieving current students, at the point of progression for each academic year, i.e. from:

• Foundation to Year 1
• Year 1 to Year 2
• Year 2 to Year 3
• Year 3 to Year 4 (applicable for Masters of Engineering and Bachelor of Education only)

To be within the top 2% of the school population, at the point of progression in each academic year, during foundation and undergraduate studies.

Reduction of tuition fee by 25% for one academic year.

Students who have been awarded scholarships from UNM or receiving sponsorships from external sponsoring bodies will not be eligible for the reduction.

The scholarship is awarded for one academic year only, renewal of scholarship is contingent upon making the Dean's list upon progressing in each subsequent academic year

Automatic. No application needed.

When a student registers for any programme at the University, their second and subsequent sibling is entitled to this scholarship. It is only applicable in their first year of studying at UNM and cannot be carried forward to the following academic years. 

Awarded to the second and subsequent siblings of a registered UNM student. The siblings need not be studying at the University at the same time.  

10% reduction for the first year's tuition fees.

The scholarship is granted exclusively for one academic year only

Automatic. Evidence of sibling relationship (birth certificate) is required. 

This scholarship is designed to support and reward talented individuals who have demonstrated exceptional skill and dedication in various sports disciplines. Past recipients include badminton, rugby, water polo and football players to name a few. 

Athletes who have competed in any sport at a state or national level. 

50% tuition fee reduction throughout the undergraduate programme.

• To achieve an average marks of 55% each academic year.
• Be the Sports Ambassador for the University where an annual report of participation will have to be submitted to the scholarship committee. 

Apply for your chosen undergraduate course at UNM, then fill in  the application form and submit it to the Sponsorship Unit. 

This scholarship is designed to support and reward talented individuals who have demonstrated exceptional skill and dedication in performing arts. Past recipients include singers, dancers, pianists and theatre performers to name a few. 

Students who have played or performed at a state or national level. 

50% tuition fee reduction throughout the undergraduate programme.

• To achieve an average marks of 55% each academic year.
• Be an Arts Ambassador for the University where an annual report of participation will have to be submitted to the scholarship committee. 

Apply for your chosen undergraduate course at UNM, then fill in  the application form and submit it to the Sponsorship Unit. 

This scholarship is catered to academically gifted students who are in financial need. New Malaysian and International students pursuing undergraduate courses in UNM are eligible to apply. 

This scholarship is designed for exceptional and deserving undergraduate students.

• Must hold an offer letter from UNM.
• Students who are facing financial hardship and need assistance to continue their higher education.
• Active in sports and extracurricular activities.
• Eligible for new students and UNM foundations students progressing to our undergraduate programmes. 

100% full scholarship for their entire course.

To achieve at least an average mark of 60% in each academic year.

Students must apply for an undergraduate course at UNM before applying for the scholarship. Complete the application form and provide all the required documents before submitting it to sponsorship@nottingham.edu.my.

In order to apply for this scholarship, International students must first accept the admission offer letter, submit their visa application, and pay the acceptance fee.

 

The University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM) - Yayasan Tunku Abdul Rahman (YTAR) Scholarship is a scholarship for high-potential undergraduate students who are driven and committed to making a positive impact in Malaysia. This applies especially to individuals who face financial hardship and need assistance in pursuing their higher education. 

• Malaysian nationality 
• Has completed their pre-university studies and has at least two years left of their undergraduate studies 
• Demonstrate leadership potential and strong character 
• Excellent academic qualifications 
• Priority will be given to candidates with disabilities, from rural backgrounds, and/or low-income households.
• Priority will be given to candidates who have overcome or currently facing difficult life challenges

• 100% full scholarship for tuition fees 
• Monthly living allowance 
• Yearly allowance for stationery, books and personal development 
• One-time allowance for laptop, formal wear, thesis cost and flight tickets
• Two-year leadership development programme inclusive of leadership conferences, community projects and mentorships.

To achieve an average mark of 60% in each academic year.

Fill up the application form. The application is open from 8 February to 8 April 2025. The selected candidates will go through a virtual interview and assessment followed by a background check. For more info, check out the Yayasan Tunku Abdul Rahman website.

A scholarship offered to exceptional Methodist College Kuala Lumpur (MCKL) students pursuing any UNM undergraduate programme to be completed in Malaysia.

• An MCKL student of Malaysian nationality
• Obtain a minimum of 3As at A-levels, excluding general studies 
• Holding an unconditional offer letter from the University of Nottingham Malaysia 
• Not holding any other scholarship from the University of Nottingham Malaysia and/or sponsorships from external sponsors
• Active in sports and extra-curricular activities 
• Students experiencing financial difficulties are given priority
• Maintain a second upper-class average mark in each academic year

100% full scholarship for tuition fees

Maintain at least an average marks of 60% in each academic year

Application to be made through the MCKL Placement Office or email sponsorship@nottingham.edu.my for more information.