Scholarship details

Ysd UNDERGRADUATE 
EXCELLENCE Scholarship 

Yayasan Sime Darby invites qualified undergraduate students for September 2022 intake and first-year undergraduate students to apply for an excellence scholarship to achieve their academic aspirations at a top global university or reputable higher learning institution in Malaysia.

1. Eligibility Requirements

a) Malaysian.
b) Age 25 years or below.
c) Completed STPM/ Pre-University/ Foundation/ Local Matriculation/ Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 3.30; or 3A’s for A-Level programme.
d) Total monthly gross household income of RM11,000 and below.
e) Strong leadership qualities through various leadership positions in school, national and/or global competitions and/or sporting events.
f) Active participation in community service.

2. Accepted Fields of Study

Business / Social Science related courses:
a) Accounting & Finance
b) Business & Management Studies
c) Economics
d) Psychology / Human Resource
e) Digital Marketing
f) Communication / Media
g) Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Engineering and Technology related courses:
a) Architecture & Built Environment
b) Real Estate & Property Management
c) Electrical & Electronic Engineering
d) Civil Engineering
e) Mechanical Engineering / Mechatronic (Robotic)
f) Chemical Engineering
g) Computer Science
h) Information Technology / Data Science / Drone

Science / Agriculture related courses:
a) Agronomy
b) Plantation Management
c) Biological / Natural Sciences
d) Chemistry

3. Accepted Universities*
YSD welcomes candidates with firm or conditional offer from any top university listed in the online application form.


4. Value of Scholarship
The full scholarship includes tuition fees, board and lodging, a computer allowance, shipping allowance, clothing allowance and flight tickets at the beginning and end of studies.

Scholarship recipients will have the opportunity to undergo YSD THRIVE – Future Leaders, a comprehensive learning experience for excellence scholars towards producing high quality and well-rounded graduates. This programme offers tailored soft skills training, access to an e-learning platform, volunteering opportunities, mentorship and internships at a Sime Darby Company i.e. Sime Darby Berhad, Sime Darby Plantation Berhad and/or Sime Darby Property Berhad.

Note: Scholarship monies will be disbursed upon execution of scholarship agreement.

5. Service Bond Period
3 years (for a local graduates) or up to 6 years (for an overseas graduates) at a Sime Darby Company upon completion of studies.

6. Application
Scholarship application is open from 1st to 15th April 2022. CLICK HERE for online submission.


Thank you.

(*) terms and conditions apply