Provost Award - Celebrating Excellence, Leadership, and Talent

At the University of Reading Malaysia, we are committed to recognising and rewarding exceptional talent. Our Provost Scholarships are designed to honour students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, leadership potential, creativity, and accomplishments beyond the classroom. These prestigious awards reflect our commitment to nurturing future leaders who will make a positive impact within their communities and chosen fields.

Holistic Excellence Award

The Holistic Excellence Award recognises truly exceptional students who demonstrate outstanding all-round achievement, meaningful engagement within their communities, and evidence of personal growth. Students who meet the High Achiever (HAS 30%) academic criteria will be invited to apply. This award is by invitation only, and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an interview selection process.

Scholarship value: 100%

Key Selection Criteria

  • Eligible for unconditional offer holders who have met HAS 30% criteria and invited for application.
  • For entry into full-time International Foundation Programme OR Undergraduate courses.
  • Financially deserving students will be an added advantage
  • Only shortlisted candidate(s) will be invited for interview. Shortlisted candidates MUST have accepted the offer to study at UoRM and paid the RM2,000 deposit.

Application Requirements

  • To submit the application form and a Personal Statement elaborating on your:
    • Academic and Career Motivation
    • Achievements in extra-curricular activities
    • Examples of initiating new projects, leading teams, or problem-solving under pressure
    • Examples of contributions to social causes, volunteering or community improvement.
    • The importance of this scholarship (eg. financial need and support)
  • To submit copies of Achievement Letters/ Certificates (including extra-curricular certificates)
  • To submit relevant Recommendation Letter(s) (Optional)

Notes:

  • Applicants will not be eligible for this scholarship if they are joining at Part 2 entry and receiving credit exemption or advanced standing.
  • Students receiving the Holistic Excellence Award must maintain 70% average to continue receiving their scholarship in Year 2 and beyond.
  • Scholarship holders are required to officially accept the scholarship and complete 2 to 4 recognised tasks annually, depending on the type of scholarship. Failure to do so may result in the University withdrawing the scholarship.

Key Selection Dates

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview with limited awards available per intake:

  • September Session
Important DatesIFP/ UG September Intake* (Extended)
Application DeadlineMonday, 31 August 2026 - 6pm
Provost Interview Date
(Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview)
Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Notification of OutcomeMonday, 14 September 2026

*July entry point students will join the September Session (For Malaysian students only)

Note: UoRM reserves the right to amend the dates above if necessary.

Maintenance Requirements

AwardRequirements
Holistic Excellence Award
  • IFP: N/A (for one-year only)
  • UG: Subject to meeting weighted average of 70% annually to maintain the scholarship for Year 2 and beyond
Leadership Excellence Award
  • IFP: N/A (for one-year only)
  • UG: To successfully pass and progress to Year 2 or beyond
Special Talent Award
Sports Achievement Award

Notes:

  • Scholarship holders are required to officially accept the scholarship and complete 2 to 4 recognised tasks annually, depending on the type of scholarship. Failure to do so may result in the University withdrawing the scholarship.
  • All financial awards DO NOT APPLY to placement year fees (if applicable), except for 100% Scholarship
  • Holistic Excellence Award is by invitation only, and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an interview selection process.
  • The full Terms and Conditions of our Scholarships can be found here.

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Contact

For any enquiries regarding scholarships and aid, please contact:

Toll free+1800 18 6867
Tel+60 (7) 268 6205
Emailscholarships@reading.edu.my
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