UBD Graduate Research Scholarship (UGRS)
A competitive PhD scheme at Universiti Brunei Darussalam covering tuition, a monthly allowance for 36 months, on-campus housing and an air ticket for those living abroad.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
PhD
Destination
Brunei
Funding
Tuition, registration and acceptance fees waived; subsistence allowance of BND 1,200 per month for 36 months; free on-campus housing (administrative fees excluded); economy air tickets in and out for non-resident candidates; up to BND 3,000 for overseas research or conference presentations; one-off visa fee.
Eligible applicants
PhD applicants aged 30 or under with a strong degree record
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Overview
UBD Graduate Research Scholarship (UGRS) is offered by Universiti Brunei Darussalam for PhD study in Brunei. Confirm the current cycle on the official page before applying.
What this scholarship covers
Tuition fees
Included
Monthly allowance (BND 1,200, 36 months)
Included
On-campus accommodation
Included
Return air ticket
May be included
Research or conference funding (up to BND 3,000)
Included
Tuition, registration and acceptance fees waived; subsistence allowance of BND 1,200 per month for 36 months; free on-campus housing (administrative fees excluded); economy air tickets in and out for non-resident candidates; up to BND 3,000 for overseas research or conference presentations; one-off visa fee. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Based on the provider’s published information
International students
See official criteria
Domestic students
See official criteria
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 13, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Applicant group: PhD applicants aged 30 or under with a strong degree record.
- International eligibility
- One economy air ticket each way is provided for candidates not living in Brunei, and a one-off entry visa fee is included.
- AgeRequired
- Not older than 30 at application; exceptions case by case.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordRequired
- Masters plus at least an Upper Second degree, or a First Class degree, from a top international university, awarded within 5 years.
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Language requirements
- English languageRequired
- UBD English proficiency requirement applies.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- Brunei
Official eligibility summary
Applicants should be no older than 30 (case-by-case exceptions) and hold a Masters plus at least an Upper Second degree, or a First Class degree, from an internationally recognised top university, awarded within 5 years of the intake start. They must meet UBD admission requirements including English and submit a strong research proposal.
Applicant profile
- PhD applicants aged 30 or under with a strong degree record
Study route
- PhD study in Brunei
Current-cycle criteria
- Applicants should be no older than 30 (case-by-case exceptions) and hold a Masters plus at least an Upper Second degree, or a First Class degree, from an internationally recognised top university, awarded within 5 years of the intake start. They must meet UBD admission requirements including English and submit a strong research proposal.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Research proposal
How to apply
- 1
Apply for PhD admission through the UBD Online Admission System
- 2
Submit a complete application with a research proposal
Application timeline
Application cycle
The page lists windows for the January 2025, August 2025 and January 2026 intakes only and shows no newer dates.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Universiti Brunei Darussalam
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 13, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
No exact deadline is listed here. Check the official provider page for the next application cycle.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.