Scholarship & Financial Aid

Our option of various loans and scholarships are available for deserving students so that quality university education is accessible to all.

Loan
- SPP1M
  - Skim Prihatin Pendidikan 1Malaysia (SPP1M) or 1Malaysia Education Caring Scheme is additional financial assistance to deserving students to pursue quality degree qualifications in identified disciplines and courses. This additional financial assistance will act as a top-up fund to their existing fun or scholarship.
  - Eligibility
    Malaysian citizens only.
  - Courses
    • Bachelor of Law (Hons.)
    • Bachelor of Financial Engineering (Hons.)
    • Bachelor of Accounting (Hons.)
    • Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons.)
    • Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons.) in Data Communications and Networking
    • Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons.) in Artificial Intelligence
    • Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons.) in Information Technology Management
    • Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons.) in Security Technology
    • Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Medical Information Technology
    • Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Bioinformatics
    • Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) Electrical
    • Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) Electronics
    • Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) Electronics Majoring in Computer
    • Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) Electronics Majoring in Microwave & Communications
    • Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) Electronics Majoring in Optical Engineering
    • Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) Electronics Majoring in Nanotechnology
    • Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) Electronics Majoring in Multimedia
    • Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) Electronics Majoring in Telecomminications
    • Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) in Electronics in Robotics and Automation
    • Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) in Mechanical
    • Bachelor of Accounting (Hons.)
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- PTPTN
  - Perbadanan Tabung Pendidikan Tinggi Nasional (PTPTN) is the Malaysian government body offering national educational loan for Malaysian students enrolling for Foundation, Diploma and Degree programmes. Amount of the loan is subject to PTPTN’s approval (refer here)
  - Eligibility
    • Malaysian citizens only
    • Not exceeding 45 years of age on date of application
    • Been offered a place at any IPTA/IPTS or Polytechnic by fulfilling entry requirements determined by Ministry of Higher Education and Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)
    • For IPTA/IPTA and Polytechnic students, the applicable courses must obtain the approval from the Ministry of Higher Education and registered with PTPTN
    • For IPTS students, the applicable courses must obtain the Accreditation Certificate from the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and still be valid on the date of application
    • The remaining period of study upon application should not be less than (1) one year
    • Have no other sponsor
    • Possess an SSPN-i account
Scholarship
- YUM President Scholarship
  - Criteria Entitlement – Foundation Studies Programmes
    • SPM / O-levels
    • 9As
    • 100% Full Scholarship
  - Criteria Entitlement – Degree Programmes
    • STPM / A-levels / Foundation / Matriculation
    • CGPA ≥ 3.75
    • 100% Full Scholarship• UEC
    • 10 Points
    • 100% Full Scholarship
    *CGPA equivalent for A-Level: A* – 4.0 A – 4.0 B – 3.7 C – 3.0 D – 2.3 E – 2.0 F – 1.3
  - MMU Intake
    • April / July / November
  - Latest date of Submission for YUM President Scholarship
    • Latest by end of week one (1) after commencement of each Trimester
  - Eligibility
    
    • Eligible to students 2018 intakes onwards only.
    • The scholarship is open for all programmes except Law.
    • Pass SPM/O-Level with 9As with no A-.
    • Pass STPM/A-Levels / Foundation or Matriculation with a minimum CGPA of 3.75.
    • Pass UEC with aggregate 10 points.
    • Received an offer letter / proof of acceptance to University.
    • Proof of socio-economic background.
    • Applicants will need to attend scholarship interview.
    • Not a recipient of any scholarship or financial assistance from any other agency or Organisation.
    • Scholarship recipients must maintain CGPA of 3.0 throughout their duration of study The duration of scholarship will end upon completion of the study period specified by MMU.
    • Completed the scholarship application form and fully received by the Bursary Unit within the deadline.
    • Please refer to www.mmu.edu.my for the general terms and conditions.
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- High Achievers Scholarship (HAS) for International Students
  - Multimedia University (MMU) is pleased to announce High Achievers Scholarship for international students, effective July 2018 intake onwards. This scheme is open only for new international students who enrols MMU begining July 2018 intake onwards. Eligible students will be automatically awarded. Terms & conditions apply.
  - Value of Scholarship
    • A discount on tuition fees is given to new international student who achieves following criteria for their first long trimester achievement at MMU.
    
    GPA SCHOLARSHIP
    
    3.33 – 3.74 25 % discount
    
    3.75 – 4.00 50 % discount
  - Eligibility Criteria
    • Open to MMU active international students who enrol to MMU beginning July 2018 intake (Trimester 1, 2018/2019) onwards and pursue their program either in Foundation or Degree only.
    • Applicant must meet MMU’s minimum academic achievement as per stated above in their first long trimester result in MMU in order to enjoy the benefit.
    • Applicant must complete the respective program as per MMU Senate approval.
  - Terms & Conditions
    • The scholarship is automatically awarded to eligible students based on their first long trimester result.
    • The value of scholarship is as per first long trimester result GPA. Strictly no upgrading of scholarship will be entertained.
    • Student requires to maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.0 every trimester throughout their duration of study in order to enjoy the scholarship, failing to do so the scholarship will be terminated.
    • Scholarship will automatically terminated in the following situations:
    i. withdraws from the program;
    ii. change of major/faculty;
    iii. extended its duration of study; or
    iv. fails to abide MMU rules and regulations.
    v. violating rules of Malaysia Immigration Department
    No appeal will entertained.
    • The scholarship tenure is as per MMU’s Senate approval for the duration of program.
    • A student is entitled to only one scholarship/discount scheme offered by MMU. In the event that the student qualifies for more than one scheme, he/she must choose only one scheme.
    • The scholarship is given in the form of tuition fee discount; it is not transferrable and cannot be exchanged for cash.
    • All scholars will be required to assist for any form of marketing / promotional activities whenever necessary required by the university from time to time.
    • MMU reserves the right to change the terms and conditions of the scholarship scheme as and when required without prior notice.
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- YTM – Future Leader Scholarship
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- Rhizophora – MMU Cinematic Arts Scholarship
  - 100% of registration, tuition and annual resources fees,
    plus monthly stipend for 1-year foundation and 3-year degree programmes; CGPA 3.00 every trimester.
  - Foundation
    • 1 Year
  - Degree
    • 3 Years
  - Bond Requirements
    • 3 Years
  - Eligibility
    • Malaysian citizen or a permanent resident of Malaysia. Applicants must fulfil the entry requirements for the Foundation in Cinematic Arts, Foundation in Creative Multimedia, or Bachelor in Cinematic Arts.
    • Applicants must complete their application for the scholarship in the prescribed form, which must be submitted before or on the closing date.
    • Applicants must show proof of active involvement in co-curriculum or sports activities at school, state or national level.
    • Applicants must demonstrate outstanding storytelling abilities as part of their application.
  - Course
    • Cinematic Arts
  - Application Procedure
    • Complete an application form for Foundation in Cinematic Arts, or Foundation in Creative Multimedia, or Bachelor in Cinematic Arts.
    • Complete an application form for the Rhizophora-MMU Cinematic Arts Scholarship.
    • Submit both application forms before the stipulated closing dates.
    The application for a Rhizophora-MMU Cinematic Arts Scholarship asks for your personal background, extra-curricular activities as well as academic performance. The most important part of the application is your creative portfolio. Cinematic Arts lecturers will assess the creative portfolio in terms of storytelling abilities,personality and character of the applicant.
  - The creative portfolio contains the following (in English):
    i) A 500-word short story based on one (1) of the following scenarios (choose one topic only):
    • Two strangers sit on the same table in a food stall.
    • Three children sit near a river. One of them looks up at the sky and says…
    • Write a letter to yourself from the perspective of your favourite animal
    ii) A 1-minute video/short film/comic/animation OR a photo/drawing essay that tells a story of equal length, in English or any language (with English translation).
    iii) A 500 words personal statement that lays out your academic, professional and personal goals and ambitions (in English).
  - Send your application form to:
    Faculty of Cinematic Arts
    Multimedia University,
    No. 5 Persiaran Canselor 1, Kota Ilmu Educity @ Iskandar, 79200, Iskandar Puteri, Johor
    Attention: Ms Fazrini Binti Mohd Ali
    Email : fazrini.ali@mmu.edu.my
    Call : 07-509 2061 (Ms Fazrini)
    Application closing date : 14th september 2018
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- Sin Chew Education Fund
  - 100% Tuition Fees*
    Tuition fees only.
    The University also pledges several scholarships via Sin Chew Daily Education Fund for Undergraduate programmes of study. Several full scholarships are made available every year. This scholarship is open to Malaysian students only.
  - Requirements:
    • Students must possess good results in SPM/O-Level /UEC /A-Level/ STPM/ Degree or other equivalent qualification recognized by Malaysian Government.
    • Students must be active in sports and extra-curricular activities.
    • Must be financially needy.
    • Students must not be bonded to or in receipt of any financial aid or rewards from other educational organisations or institutions.
    • Obtained an offer letter from MMU.
  - How To Apply
    Look out for the announcements in Sin Chew Daily. Hardcopy Form with supporting documents must be reached to Sin Chew Daily. Four (4) scholarships are available for the following degree programmes in July 2018
  - Programme / Intake:
    • Bachelor of Science (Hons) Bioinformatics
    (Including Foundation in Life Science) / July 2018
    • Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) Specialization in Game Development
    (Including Foundation in IT) / July 2018
    • Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Electronics majoring in Telecommunications
    (Including Foundation in Engineering) / July 2018
    • Bachelor of Business and Knowledge Management (Hons)
    (Including Foundation in Management) / July 2018
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- The STAR Education Fund
  - 100% Tuition Fees*
    Tuition fees only.
    4 Scholarships are available for the following undergraduate programmes offered in year 2018.
  - Requirements
    • Students must possess good results in SPM/O-Level /UEC /A-Level/ STPM/ Degree or other equivalent qualification recognized by Malaysian Government.
    • Students must be active in sports and extra-curricular activities.
    • Must be financially needy.
    • Students must not be bonded to or in receipt of any financial aid or rewards from other educational organisations or institutions.
    • Obtained an offer letter from MMU.
  - How To Apply
    Look out for the announcements in The Star newspaper. Hardcopy Form with supporting documents must be reached to The Star Publication. Four (4) scholarships are available for the following degree programmes in July 2018. This scholarship is open to Malaysian students only.
  - Programme / Intake:
    • Bachelor of Multimedia (Hons) Virtual reality
    (Including Foundation in Creative Multimedia) / June 2018
    • Bachelor of Multimedia (Hons) Interface Design
    (Including Foundation in Creative Multimedia) / June 2018
    • Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Electronics majoring in Nanotechnology
    (Including Foundation in Engineering) / June 2018
    • Bachelor of Business and Knowledge Management (Hons)
    (Including Foundation in Management) / June 2018
  - Closing Date : within two (2) weeks after the release of SPM or STPM results.
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- Wuhan Fiberhome Scholarship
  - The objectives of the FiberHome Scholarship Program are to recognize graduating high school students for academic achievement, to provide financial assistance that they may accomplish their future financial management baccalaureate educational goals, and to increase local chapter scholarship programs.
  - Award Criteria
    • Applicants must be a Malaysian citizen or a permanent resident of Malaysia.
    • Applicants must be below 20 years old.
    • Academic Achievement:
    i) SPM – minimum of 6A’s
    ii) STPM /A-Level / Diploma with minimum CGPA of 3.50
    iii) CO-curriculum/ Sports
  - Field of Study
    • B. Eng (Hons) Electronic majoring in Telecommunication
    • B.IT (Hons) majoring in Data Communication and Networking
    • B.IT (Hons) majoring in Information Technology Management
    • Foundation in Engineering / Foundation IT / Diploma in IT
    Note : the Committee/Board will require 1 month to review the application.
  - Submission Requirements
    • Be accepted for admission into MMU.
    • Submit the completed scholarship application accompanied by the related certificates to The Bursary Unit, MMU.
    • Copy of Parents’ EPF statement (3 months)/ income verification.
    • Passport size photo.
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- Merit Scholarship
  - Up to 50% of tuition fees
    Foundation, Diploma & Degree – Whole duration based on exam results
    Merit scholarship recipients are eligible to continue to receive a scholarship throughout the remaining duration of their studies in Multimedia University subject to excellent academic performance depending on the scholarship percentage category that they hold.
  - Eligibility
    • Malaysian citizens.
    • New Student Intake effective 2018 – successfully received an Admission offer letter.
    • This scholarship will be offered to eligible candidate upon enrolment to MMU.
    • Have not received any Scholarship/Financial Assistance from any other agency / organisation except PTPTN loan.
    • The scholarship is open for all programmes except Law.
    • Scholarship recipients must maintain CGPA of 2.75 throughout their duration of study.
    • The duration of scholarship will end upon completion of the study period specified by MMU.
  - Criteria & Entitlement – Diploma Programmes
    • SPM / O-levels
    • 4As & Above – 15%
    • 3As – 10%
  - Criteria & Entitlement – Foundation Studies Programmes
    • SPM / O-levels
    • 9As – 50%
    • 8As – 40%
    • 7As – 30%
    • 6As – 20%
    • 5As – 10%
  - Criteria & Entitlement – Degree Programmes
    • STPM / A-levels*
    • CGPA ≥ 3.75 – 50%
    • CGPA 3.5 – 3.74 – 25%
    • UEC
    • 12 points – 50%
    • 14 Points – 25%• Foundation / Matriculation / Diploma
    • CGPA ≥ 3.75 – 30%
    *CGPA equivalent for A-Level: A* – 4.0 A – 4.0 B – 3.7 C – 3.0 D – 2.3 E – 2.0 F – 1.3
- Postgraduate Merit Scholarship
  - 25% – 50% of tuition fees
    Whole duration of study based on exam results every trimester
  - Duration:
    Whole duration of study based on exam results every trimester.
  - Eligibility:
    • Malaysian citizens only.
    • Successful received an Admission offer letter.
    • Completed and submitted the scholarship form to MMU’s Institute of Postgraduate Studies (IPS) within the specified deadline.
    • Completed a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized institution with a minimum CGPA of 3.33.The initial scholarship amount shall be based on the following:
  - Result / CGPA | Discount Entitlement
    • 3.67 – 4.00 | 50% discount from tuition fee
    • 3.33 – 3.66 | 25% discount from tuition fee
    • The academic performance of the recipient of the scholarship will be reviewed every trimester, whereby the scholarship amount for the following trimester will be determined based on CGPA achieved in the previous trimester of the postgraduate programme as below:
  - Result / CGPA | Discount Entitlement
    • 3.75 – 4.00 | 50% discount from tuition fee
    • 3.50 – 3.74 | 25% discount from tuition fee
    • Below 3.50 | Scholarship terminated
  - Course
    • Master of Business Administration
    • Master of Computer Science in Software Engineering & Software Architecture
    • Master of Engineering (Telecommunications)
    • Master of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
    • Master of Engineering in Embedded System
    • Master of Engineering in Advance Manufacturing Management
    • Master of Science in Engineering Business Management
    • Master of Knowledge Management with Multimedia
    • Master of Multimedia (E-Learning Technologies)
    For more information on the scholarship please email to ips@mmu.edu.my
- MMU Sports Excellence Scholarship
  - 50% & 100% of fees
    Whole duration based on exam resultsAs part of our ongoing commitment to sport and enhancing our student experience, we are delighted to offer MMU Sports Excellence Scholarship; available to full-time Undergraduate and Postgraduate students. MMU Sports Excellence Scholarship provide an opportunity for talented students to develop their performance in Sports, becoming a MMU champion for sport, performing in the Sukan IPT and in any major competitions organize by KPT; whilst gaining a recognized degree qualification from MMU.
  - State Level (Athlete who represents the state in sport at the state level)
  - Entry Requirement
    i) Pass in SPM/O-Levels or equivalent with at least 5 credits for degree programme and 4 credits for diploma programme
    OR,
    Pass in STPM/A-Levels or equivalent with at least 3 principals/CGPA 2.0 for degree programme.
    ii) Open to local and international student.
    iii) The student must represent state or national, provided verification from Sports Association, in the games/category as specified.
  - Area of Studies
    All foundation, degree ,diploma and Postgraduate programmes.
  - Entitlement
    i) 50% waiver of tuition fees
    ii) 50% waiver of hostel fees
    iii) Flexible academic regulation i.e: academic attendance (lecture/lab/tutorial).
  - Condition of Scholarship Offer
    i) The student need to maintain minimum CGPA 2.0 throughout his/her studies.
    ii) The student must represent MMU and uphold the university name in his/her respective championship.
    iii) The student also required to take part in promotional activity and conduct workshop hosted by MMU, if necessary, especially in attracting the future batch of students who will enroll the same scholarship programme.
  - National Level (Athlete who represents the state in sport at the national and international level)Entry Requirement
    i) Pass in SPM/O-Levels or equivalent with at least 5 credits for degree programme and 4 credits for diploma programme,
    OR,
    Pass in STPM/A-Levels or equivalent with at least 3 principals/CGPA 2.0 for degree programme.
    ii) Open to local and international student.
    iii) The student must represent state or national, provided verification from Sports Association, in the games/category as specified.
  - Area of Studies
    All Foundation, Degree, Diploma and Postgraduate programmes.
  - Entitlement
    i) 100% waiver of tuition fees
    ii) 100% waiver of hostel fees
    iii) Flexible academic regulation i.e: academic attendance (lecture/lab/tutorial)
  - Condition of Scholarship Offer
    i) The student need to maintain minimum CGPA 2.0 throughout his/her studies.
    ii) The student must represent MMU and uphold the university name in his/her respective championship.
    iii) The student also required to take part in promotional activity and conduct workshop hosted by MMU, if necessary, especially in attracting the future batch of students who will enroll the same scholarship programme.
  - How to Apply
  - DOWNLOAD APPLICATION FORM
  - Download the application form here, complete fully and return to the MMU Sports Unit at:
  - Student Affairs Division (STAD)
    Multimedia University, Jalan Ayer Keroh Lama, 75450 Melaka
    Attention: Manager Sports Unit, STAD
  - Student Affairs Division (STAD)
    Multimedia University, Jalan Multimedia, 63100 Cyberjaya Selangor
  - Application Closing Date:
    MMU Intake : April / July / November
  - Latest date of Submission for MMU Sports Excellence Scholarship :
    Latest by end of week one (1) after commencement of each Trimester
- Sibling Discount
  - 10% of tuition fees
  - Duration:
    Whole duration of study.
  - Eligibility:
    • Open to MMU local / international students in Foundation, Diploma, Degree and Postgraduate by coursework programme only.
    • Applicant must meet MMU’s minimum academic requirements.
    • Applicant is required to submit an application form with relevant supporting documents as proof of family relationship.
  - Course:
    •All Foundation, Diploma, Degree and Postgraduate programmes.
  - Terms and Conditions:
    • The discount is valid after student / applicant has completed the registration into the respective programme.
    • A student is entitled to only one scholarship / discount scheme offered by MMU. In the event that the student qualifies for more than one scheme, he / she must choose only one scheme.
    • The discount is given in the form of tuition fees rebate; it is not transferrable and cannot be exchanged for cash.
    • The discount is to be awarded to the sibling in the family if there is another sibling who has graduated or is currently pursuing a programme of study on a full time basis.
    • The discount shall be forfeited if the student withdraws from the programme or if the student fails to abide by the rules and regulations of the university. Once forfeited, it shall not be reinstated.
    • Student must obtain approval of Dean / Registrar for leave of absence. The discount shall recommence once student resumes his / her studies at MMU. Failure in obtaining the proper approval shall result in the discount being forfeited.
    • Only completed application received before the closing date will be entertained.
    • Final decision on approval for the sibling discount will be made by Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with the recommendation from the National Marketing Department (Local Students)/ International Office (International Students). The CFO’s decision is final. Appeals will not be entertained and only successful applicants shall be notified.
    • MMU reserves the right to change the terms and conditions of the discount scheme as when required and without prior notice.
  - How to Apply:
    Obtained the application form from:
    a. Bursary Unit, Finance Division (Cyberjaya Campus)
    b. Bursary Unit, Finance Division (Melaka Campus)
    c. Application forms can be downloaded here.
  - Complete the Application Form
    Send the completed application form together with relevant supporting documents to National Marketing Enrollement (NME) / International Office (IO) latest by the 2nd week after commencement of each trimester.For more information on the scholarship, please email to bursary@mmu.edu.my
  - LOCAL SIBLINGS APPLICATION FORM
  - INTERNATIONAL SIBLINGS APPLICATION FORM
- Others
  - Our team in Bursary Unit will guide and assist MMU students in applying various type of financial aid available such as Scholarship and Study loans. For further inquiries contact us as listed below:
Bursary
- Cyberjaya Campus
  - Bursary Unit, Finance Division
    Multimedia University (Cyberjaya Campus),
    Jalan Multimedia,
    63100 Cyberjaya, Selangor
    Tel: +6 03 8312 5085 / +6 03 8312 5957 / +6 03 8312 5118
    Fax: +6 03 8312 5030
    Email:bursary@mmu.edu.my
- Melaka Campus
  - Bursary Unit, Finance Division
    Multimedia University (Melaka Campus),
    Jalan Ayer Keroh Lama,
    75450 Bukit Beruang, Melaka
    Tel: +6 06 252 3639
    Fax:+606 – 231 5605
    Email:bursary@mmu.edu.my

GPA	SCHOLARSHIP
3.33 – 3.74	25 % discount
3.75 – 4.00	50 % discount