The Albukhary International University (AIU) Scholarship 2026 is a prestigious and highly competitive financial aid programme designed to support and develop exceptional students from around the world. This opportunity aims to empower academically outstanding individuals with strong extracurricular achievements by providing full financial support for their studies at Albukhary International University, located in Alor Setar, Kedah, Malaysia. The scholarship is open to both international and Malaysian students who wish to pursue undergraduate studies at AIU, making it one of the most attractive fully funded scholarships in Malaysia.
Quick Summary of the Scholarship
- University / Organisation: Albukhary Foundation (AIU)
- Study Location: Malaysia (Alor Setar, Kedah)
- Study Levels: Undergraduate and Postgraduate
- Scholarship Coverage: Tuition fees, accommodation, meal allowance
- Application Method: Online application
- Eligible Nationalities: Local and international students
- Application Deadline: 31 July 2026
Available Academic Programmes
1. School of Business & Social Sciences (SBSS)
- Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons)
- Bachelor of Business Administration (Marketing) (Hons)
- Bachelor of Business Administration (Human Resource Management) (Hons)
- Bachelor of Economics (Hons)
- Bachelor of Social Development (Hons)
- Bachelor of Finance (Islamic Finance) (Hons)
- Bachelor of Politics and International Relations (Hons)
- Master of Science in Business Management
2. School of Education & Human Sciences
- Bachelor of Elementary Education (Hons)
- Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Hons)
- Bachelor of Media and Communication (Hons)
3. School of Computing and Informatics
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Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)
Scholarship Benefits (Aid Packages)
The Albukhary International University Scholarship provides comprehensive support, including:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- On-campus accommodation
- Meal allowance
Important Note:
The scholarship does not cover flight tickets or visa processing (EMGS procedures). Applicants should plan these expenses independently.
Eligibility Criteria and Selection Rules
To be considered for this fully funded scholarship in Malaysia, applicants must:
- Apply for admission to an undergraduate degree programme at Albukhary International University.
- Participate in an interview session if shortlisted.
Interview Assessment Breakdown
The scholarship committee evaluates applicants based on the following criteria:
- Socioeconomic background: 40%
- Communication skills: 20%
- Personality traits: 20%
- Attitude and motivation: 20%
Only candidates who meet both academic requirements and scholarship criteria will be invited for an interview.
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare and upload the following documents:
- Academic certificates
- Academic transcripts
- Testimonials (if available)
- Copy of passport
- Sponsorship letter (only if funded by another organisation)
- Father’s identification card or death certificate
- Mother’s identification card or death certificate
- Father’s income slip or Proof of Income Declaration Form
- Mother’s income slip or Proof of Income Declaration Form
- Utility bill (electricity or water bill)
- Verification letter from a referee
- Three photographs of the family home (outside view, living room, kitchen)
- A personal statement with the following components:
- Why the Albukhary Foundation should sponsor you (at least 150 words)
- How the scholarship will impact your future (at least 150 words)
- What makes you a strong candidate, including relevant skills and achievements (at least 150 words)
Application Process
- Submit an online application through the official Albukhary International University scholarship portal.
- Applicants may click the Apply Now button or visit the scholarship announcement page on the AIU website.
Important Reminder:
Albukhary International University reserves the right to reject or terminate any application that contains plagiarised content or fraudulent information, without prior notice.
