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UBD Graduate Research Scholarship 2025 (UGRS) | Fully Funded

Looking for the PhD – Research Scholarships? Well, Universiti Brunei Darussalam is inviting applications for the Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD Graduate Research Scholarship 2025)!

Have you got your hands on an impactful research proposal regarding but not limited to, Energy, Sensor Technology, Climate change, Data Analytics, Biodiversity, and Bioinspiration, and want to give it a go then Opportunities Hub provides you with The Brunei Darussalam’s PhD Scholarship offered by  UBD – Ranked #3 in the ASEAN region. A network of 7 research institutes with 10 academic faculties.

Master Degree holders who graduated from internationally recognized universities in a relevant field, have Proficient English knowledge and are innovative and quick learners are the ones we are talking about here!

On top of that, you don’t have to pay a single penny, Yes! It sounds cool to hear but Is it the reality here? Opportunities Radar is delighted to inform you that Yes it is! UBD is providing uncountable benefits to the candidates consisting of a monthly Subsistence Allowance for the duration of your research, Free on-campus accommodation, Two-way airplane tickets, Surplus Funding for your research, and all the visa expenditures!

Details About UBD Graduate Research Scholarship 2025

  • Country: Brunei
  • Location: UBD is situated on the north of Borneo Island facing the South China Sea.
  • Duration: 36-month long research program.
  • Financial Assistance: All-Inclusive Financial Assistance is provided.
  • Deadline31st  July, 2024.

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Eligibility Criteria

  • Accepting applications from all nationals.
  • The ideal applicant ought to: not be older than 30 at the time of application (exceptions may be granted based on an individual basis).
  • Possess a First Class Degree* in a relevant field from an internationally renowned top institution, or possess a Masters Degree* and at least an Upper Second Degree in a relevant field from an internationally renowned top university.
  • An applicant can meet the requirements for admission to UBD, including English competence.
  • Send in a compelling and excellent research idea.

Scholarship Coverage

  • Tuition, registration, and admission fees at the Universiti Brunei Darussalam will be waived. A monthly subsistence stipend of BND 2,200.00 (Brunei Dollars) is provided for 36 months.
  • Free on-campus accommodation (excluding administrative fees).
  • For candidates who do not live in Brunei Darussalam, one incoming and departing economy class air ticket will be supplied from (when accepting the scholarship) and back to their home country (after the study is completed).
  • Funding for international research or conference presentations (up to BND 3,000.00 (Brunei Dollars). The award will cover visa fees for candidates.

Required Documents

  • Accredited Copies of Transcripts from Universities and Academic Certificates (O and A levels, HNDs, Bachelor degrees, or equivalent).
  • Copies of international passport with certification.
  • Qualifications for English proficiency (TOEFL, BEC, IELTS, etc.)
  • A letter from your home country confirming your security clearance.

How to Apply?

Apply by filling out the application wisely on the UBD official portal, the official link to apply for the UBD Graduate Research Scholarship is given below.

2025 UBD GRADUATE RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIP (UGRS)

Application Deadline: The last date for the submission of an application for the UBD Research scholarship is 31st July 2024.

For further assistance contact

Associate Professor – UBD

Dr. Basilios Tsikouras.

Email:  basilios.tsikouras@ubd.edu.