UBD Graduate Research Scholarship 2026 | Fully Funded PhD in Brunei

Applications are now open for the Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) Graduate Research Scholarship 2026, a fully funded opportunity for exceptional PhD candidates worldwide. Ranked #3 in ASEAN (THE Rankings), UBD offers a research-intensive environment with 100% tuition coverage, monthly stipends, and global networking opportunities.

💰 Financial Benefits

✔ Full tuition waiver
✔ Monthly stipend: BND 2,200 (~$1,650 USD)
✔ Free on-campus housing
✔ Round-trip airfare (for international students)
✔ Research grant: BND 3,000 for conferences
✔ Visa & medical coverage

🎯 Priority Research Fields

• Energy & Climate Change
• Data Analytics & AI
• Biodiversity & Herbal Medicine
• Asian/Islamic Studies
• Material Science & Sensor Tech

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• Age ≤ 30 years at application
• Master’s degree (completed within last 5 years)
• English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS waived for prior English-medium degrees)
• Strong research proposal

📝 How to Apply?

1️⃣ Online Application: UBD Admission Portal
2️⃣ Upload Documents:

• Academic transcripts & degrees
• Research proposal (4-5 pages)
• 2 recommendation letters
• English test scores (if applicable)
  3️⃣ Submit by July 2025

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