Talent Based Scholarships

Talent Based Scholarships
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Offered to students with outstanding sports achievement at the National/State level.

  1. National Athletes - (First line-up Elite Athlete in the National team)
  2. State Athletes - (participate in SUKMA/MSSM)
  3. Only selected sports are eligible for the Sunway Sports Scholarship, such as archery, track & field, badminton, basketball, tenpin bowling, international chess, table tennis, taekwondo (WT), tennis, squash and swimming.

Note: If an applicant’s chosen sport is not part of the list of sports for the Sunway Sports Scholarship, it will then fall under the discretion of the Sunway University/Sunway College Scholarship Committee to accept the application and/or to grant an interview.

National Athletes (100%)
State Athletes (50%)

  1. National/State Athlete Status Verification letter from Majlis Sukan Negara/Sport Association Board
  2. Recommendation letter from the Head Coach
  3. List of Sports Involvement & Achievement from Year 2023 - 2024 (kindly submit the certificate of achievement or photo of medal as the supporting document)
  1. Complete the Online Scholarship Application Form, with the required supporting documents: https://sunway.edu.my/scholarship-app/
  2. Only applicants shortlisted for an interview will be informed via a phone call followed by an e-mail.
  3. Applicants that are not shortlisted will receive an e-mail communication.
  1. Only Malaysian citizens are eligible to apply.
  2. Please refer to the General Terms & Conditions that apply to all scholarships
  3. KPT (Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi) scholar is not eligible to apply the Sunway Sports Scholarship.
  4. The disbursement of Scholarship will be implemented in the second semester of the programme. Any excess amount paid in the first semester will be reimbursed upon successful completion of the programme.
  5. The tuition fee deduction for scholars applies as follows:-
    • Australian Matriculation (5 subjects’ tuition fee)
    • A-Levels (3 subjects’ tuition fee)
    • Canadian International Matriculation Programme (6 subjects’ tuition fee)
    • Monash University Foundation Year (8 units’ tuition fee)
    • Sunway Foundation in Arts (6 Core Units, 4 Academic Elective, 3 Enrichment Units)
    • Sunway Foundation in Science & Technology (4 Core Units, 6 Academic Elective, 3 Enrichment Units)
  6. Scholars should at least pass with minimum grade required by the respective programme and maintain his/her sports achievement at National/State level.
  7. Scholars MUST represent the Institution in MASISWA, SUKIPT and IPT games or any other tournaments as and when required by the Institution.
  8. A minimum of 80 hours should be contributed yearly for conducting sports training, workshop, clinical work etc (inclusive of training/ competition hours). Do approach the Sports Advisors at Student LIFE for further details.
  9. Recipients are required to submit a copy of the quarterly report to Sunway Sports Unit.
  10. The Sports Scholarship is reviewed on a yearly basis. Scholarships can be revoked based on the discretion of the institution.
  11. The final decision to grant the scholarship is at the sole discretion of the selection panel.
  1. 5th May 2025 (for January, February & April intakes)
  2. 29th September 2025 (for June, July, August & September intakes)

Attach the certified true copy document(s) for the Online Scholarship Application:

  • Music background (minimum Grade 8 or equivalent or played in the school bands) that falls under these categories:-
    • String Instruments (piano, violin, viola, cello, double bass etc)
    • Wind Instruments (flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone etc)
    • Brass Instruments (trumpet, trombone, horn, tuba etc)
    • Percussion Instruments (timpani, xylophone, marimba etc)
    • Voice
    • Contemporary music

3. Candidate’s performing ability.

4. Candidate should have a demonstrated history of community service.

100% tuition fee deduction

Attach the certified true copy document(s) for the Online Scholarship Application:

  • SPM/STPM/Diploma/Foundation/Matriculation certificate and relevant documents
  • Music certificates or other relevant documents
  • Video clip of music category applied
  1. Complete the Online Scholarship Application Form, with the required supporting documents: https://sunway.edu.my/scholarship-app/
  2. Shortlisting criteria:-
    • Submit a video clip of music category applied. The video clip can be recorded with handphone/camera/video camera. It does not need to be professionally done.
    • Upload the video to Youtube and Upload the video to Youtube and submit the link via Online Scholarship Application
    • For instrument - If you play more than one instrument (e.g. piano & violin), submit the video clip for both instruments.
    • The selected song needs to be on par with your grade level e.g. if you are a Grade 8 violinist, please choose a song that is at Grade 8 level. Exam pieces are not advisable.
    • For vocal - You may submit one song in any language of your choice. It has to be with accompaniment.
  3. If shortlisted, scholarship interviews will take place in April & September.
  4. Only successful applicants of the scholarship interview will be informed via phone call followed by an e-mail in end-March or end-August.
  5. Applicants that are not shortlisted will receive an e-mail communication.
  • 7th March 2025 (for April intake)  
  • 8th August 2025 (for September intake)
  • Applicant can be Malaysian or International citizen.
  • Please refer to the General Terms & Conditions that apply to all scholarships
  • The disbursement of the Scholarship will be implemented in the 1st semester of the programme.
  • It is compulsory for the recipient to perform minimum of 6 scheduled performances a year with music groups or as soloists in events organized by the School of Arts, to include the possibility of special events for the Jeffrey Cheah Foundation.
  • Recipients are required to reapply for the continuation of scholarship through IZone on a yearly basis. The continuity is reviewed subject to meeting the terms set by institution: -
    1. Recipient must maintain an overall average of CGPA 3.00 in academic grades
    2. Recipient must demonstrate leadership in the assigned ensemble(s)
    3. Recipient must exhibit yearly progress in performance, as evaluated by music lecturers in the School of Arts
  1. Malaysian or international students studying full-time in Sunway University undergraduate music degree programmes
  2. Candidate with relevant background as below may apply:
    • Music background (minimum Grade 6 or equivalent or played in the school bands) that falls under these categories:-
      • String Instruments (piano, violin, viola, cello, double bass etc)
      • Wind Instruments (flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone etc)
      • Brass Instruments (trumpet, trombone, horn, tuba etc)
      • Percussion Instruments (timpani, xylophone, marimba etc)
    • Vocal background or joined the school choir
    • An extensive portfolio of self-produced original music utilising cutting-edge industry standard Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) methodologies

50% - 75% tuition fee deduction

Attach the certified true copy document(s) for the Online Scholarship Application:

  • SPM/STPM/Diploma/Foundation/Matriculation certificate and relevant documents
  • Music certificates or other relevant documents
  • Video clip of music category applied
  1. Complete the Online Scholarship Application Form, with the required supporting documents: https://sunway.edu.my/scholarship-app/
  2. Shortlisting criteria:-
    • Submit a video clip of music category applied. The video clip can be recorded with handphone/camera/video camera. It does not need to be professionally done.
    • Upload the video to Youtube and Upload the video to Youtube and submit the link via Online Scholarship Application
    • For instrument - If you play more than one instrument (e.g. piano & violin), submit the video clip for both instruments.
    • The selected song needs to be on par with your grade level e.g. if you are a Grade 8 violinist, please choose a song that is at Grade 8 level. Exam pieces are not advisable.
    • For vocal - You may submit one song in any language of your choice. It has to be with accompaniment.
    • If shortlisted, scholarship interviews will take place in April & September.
    • Only successful applicants of the scholarship interview will be informed via phone call followed by an e-mail in end-March or end-August
    • Applicants that are not shortlisted will receive an e-mail communication.
  • 7th March 2025 (for April intake)  
  • 8th August 2025 (for September intake)
  1. Applicant can be Malaysian or International citizen.
  2. Please refer to the General Terms & Conditions that apply to all scholarships
  3. The disbursement of the Scholarship will be implemented in the 1st semester of the programme.
  4. Scholars must perform at least 3 scheduled performances per year with music groups in the School of Arts.
  5. The continuity is reviewed on yearly basis subject to meeting the terms set by the institution:-
    1. Scholar must maintain an overall average of CGPA 3.00 in academic grade
    2. Scholar must demonstrate leadership in the assigned ensemble(s)
  6. To renew, scholars are required to reapply for the continuation of the scholarship through iZone on a yearly basis.
  1. For Diploma programme:
    • SPM / O-Level-Pass with minimum 3 credits (including a pass in Art /Technical Drawing / Portfolio)
  2. For Degree programme:
    • STPM Average C or CGPA 2.0 (Minimum 2 principals)
    • A-Level Minimum 8 points (Points are calculated based on grades obtained for 2-3 subjects)
    • Australian Matriculation ATAR 55
    • Canadian Matriculation 55%
    • Monash University Foundation Year 55%
    • Sunway Foundation in Arts/ Sunway Foundation in Science Technology CGPA 2.0
    • Unified Examination Certificate Maximum 28 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs)
    • International Baccalaureate completed with minimum 24 points (excluding bonus points)
  3. Malaysian or International students studying full-time in Sunway University Art and Design programmes.
  4. Candidates must submit a portfolio consists of 5 pieces of creative artwork in the category of:
    • Photography
    • Model Making
    • Illustration
    • Drawing
    • Multimedia
    • Video
  5. Shortlisted candidates are required to attend interview session scheduled for all students.
  6. Awarding of the scholarship is subject to the interview session.

100% tuition fee deduction

Attach the certified true copy document(s) for the Online Scholarship Application:

  • SPM/ O-Level/ STPM/ Pre-University/ IB/ UEC certificates or equivalent
  • All results obtained in school/ college including latest results.
  • School leaving certificates and testimonials.

Upload the artworks to Youtube and submit the link via Online Scholarship Application

  • Photography
  • Model Making
  • Illustration
  • Drawing
  • Multimedia
  • Video
  1. Complete the Online Scholarship Application Form, with the required supporting documents: https://sunway.edu.my/scholarship-app/
  2. Scholarship selection interviews will take place in early-April & early-September.
  3. Only applicants shortlisted for an interview will be informed via a phone call followed by an e-mail by mid-March & end-August.
  4. Applicants that are not shortlisted will receive an e-mail communication.
  • 7th March 2025 (for April intake)  
  • 8th August 2025 (for September intake)
  1. Applicant can be Malaysian or International citizen.
  2. Please refer to the General Terms & Conditions that apply to all scholarships
  3. The disbursement of the Scholarship will be implemented in the 1st semester of the programme.
  4. Recipients are required to reapply for the continuation of scholarship through IZone portal on a yearly basis. Recipient should strive to maintain CGPA 3.00 in order to maintain the scholarship status.
  5. Recipients are required to participate in the following activities:
    1. Assist and provide support in School of Arts, Department of Art and Design’s events
    2. Assist and provide support in the Giving Project organise by Student LIFE
  1. Applicant must be between 17 to 25 years old
  2. Applicant can be a Malaysian or an International citizen
  3. Applicant must not have gone through any formal culinary courses
  4. Applicant must meet the minimum entry requirement of the Diploma in Culinary Arts programme
  1. Full tuition fees
  2. General fees (excluding Refundable Deposit)
  1. The shortlisting for the Sunway University Young Chef Cook-Off shall be based on the submission of essay below:-
    • Title: “Why should I be selected as a Sunway University Young Chef?” (200 words or less)
    • The essay must be submitted together with the Scholarship Application Form
  2. All shortlisted applicants must attend the Young Chef Cook-Off session assessed by a Panel of Judges from Sunway University consisting of Winning Chefs from Team Malaysia’s Coupe du Monde de la Patisserie 2019 and Sunway Scholarship Committee
  1. Attach the certified true copy document(s) for the Online Scholarship Application:
    • SPM/ SPMV/ O-Level/ UEC certificates or equivalent
    • All results obtained inschool/ college including latest results
    • School leaving certificates and testimonials
  2. Essay with the title “Why should I be selected as a Sunway University Young Chef?” (200 words or less)
  1. Complete the Online Scholarship Application Form, with the required supporting documents: https://sunway.edu.my/scholarship-app/
  2. Scholarship Cook-Off session will take place in early-April & early-September.
  3. Only shortlisted applicants will be informed via a phone call followed by an e-mail by end-March & end-August.
  4. Applicants that are not shortlisted will receive an e-mail communication.
  • 7th March 2025 (for April intake)
  • 8th August 2025 (for September intake)
  1. Applicant can be Malaysian or International citizen.
  2. Please refer to the General Terms & Conditions that apply to all scholarships
  3. The disbursement of the Scholarship will be implemented in the 1st semester of the programme.
  4. Applicant must not have gone through or currently taking any formal culinary course(s) at Sunway University or other institution.
  5. The scholarship is subjected to review at the end of every semester. Recipient should strive to maintain CGPA 3.00 average in order to maintain the scholarship status.
  6. Recipient is required to participate, assist and provide support to the School of Hospitality and Service Management’s events/activities.
  1. Applicant must meet the minimum entry requirement of the programme.
  2. Malaysian or International students studying full-time in Sunway College for the Diploma in Fashion Design Technology programme.
  3. Applicant must submit a portfolio related to the fashion design in either of the below category:
    1. Illustration
    2. Photography
    3. Any artwork piece related to fashion design.
  4. Shortlisted candidates are required to attend an interview session.
  5. Awarding of the scholarship is subject to the interview session.

50% Tuition Fee

  1. Attach the certified true copy document(s) for the Online Scholarship Application:
    • SPM/ O-Level or equivalent
  1. Email the scholarship application to Scholarship Unit at scholarship@sunway.edu.my
  2. Only applicants shortlisted for an interview will be informed via a phone call followed by an e-mail.
  3. Applicants that are not shortlisted will receive an e-mail communication.
  • 21st March 2025 (for January & April intakes)
  • 1 August 2025 (for August intake)