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Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) - Graduate (South Korea)

The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS), funded by the Korean government, provides international students with opportunities to pursue graduate degrees in South Korea. This fully funded scholarship covers tuition fees, monthly allowances, airfare, medical insurance, and Korean language training. For the 2026 Graduate program, while the Embassy Track application period typically ends in late February, many University Track deadlines extend until late March 2026. Applicants should check with their target Korean universities for specific submission deadlines.

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COMMONWEALTH SCHOLARSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP PLAN (CSFP)

The Malaysian Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan are awarded by the Malaysian Government to the nominated students from the Commonwealth countries to study at the post-graduate level in Malaysia. This is a Government to Government scheme without any bond imposed by Malaysia. The awards for Mastersdegree are between 12 to 24 months depending on the courses. Awards for pursuing PhD degree are for 3 years. The Awards are only applicable for candidates pursuing full-time degree programme in Malaysia.

To be eligible for COMMONWEALTH SCHOLARSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP PLAN (CSFP), applicants must fit the following criteria:-

Not be more than 45 years of age during application.
Obtained a minimum of Second Class Upper (Honours) or a CGPA of 3.5/4.0 at Bachelor Degree Level for Masters Degree applicants and for PhD candidates must possess CGPA 3.5/4.0 or very good result at Masters degree level in a similar field of intended PhD study. In addition, for post-doctoral programme, the selection will be evaluated based on the number of books produced, refereed/non refereed journals, portfolio and patent copyright. The Post-Doctoral candidate must have excellent reputation in research and possesses knowledge related to the research to be carried out.
Took one of the following English Language Proficiency Test not more than two years before the date of application. The list of tests and minimum scores required:
1. IELTS Academic Test with a score of at least 6.5; or
2. TOEFL paper-based test with a score of at least 580 or computer-based test with a score of at least 230 or internet-based test with a score at least 92.
In excellent health condition and certified by a Certified Doctor/Medical Professional. The cost of medical examination is to be borne by the applicants
Wrote a proposal that is relevant to field of studies.
Has applied for and gained admission to postgraduate and post-doctoral studies in Malaysia (conditional letters of offer will be accepted at the time of application or has a confirmation of acceptance or affiliation with the universities in Malaysia).

Each scholarship consists of:-

Air tickets from recipient’s capital city to Malaysia
An approved tuition fees
Monthly maintenance allowance
Annual grant for books and internal travel
Medical / Health Insurance
Installation and Termination grant
Thesis allowance
Visa

* The Government of Malaysia reserves the rights to review the value of awards at any time (and if such changes are made, the value of scholarship will be changed and the effective date will be informed to the successful candidates).

All applications should be made ONLINE through Ministry of Education’s website at https://biasiswa.moe.gov.my/INTER/ starting from 01 January 2014 until 31 March 2014.

Source of Info: https://biasiswa.moe.gov.my/INTER/index_csfp.php

Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS)

Established by the Research Grants Council (RGC) of Hong Kong in 2009, the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) aims at attracting the best and brightest students in the world to pursue their PhD studies in Hong Kong's institutions.

Eligibility

Candidates who are seeking admission as new full time PhD students in the following eight institutions, irrespective of their country of origin, prior work experience and ethnic background, should be eligible to apply.

City University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong Baptist University

Lingnan University

The Chinese University of Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Institute of Education

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

The University of Hong Kong

Applicants should demonstrate outstanding qualities of academic performance, research ability / potential, communication and interpersonal skills, and leadership abilities.

Fellowship Award

The Fellowship provides an annual stipend of HK$240,000 (approximately US$30,000) and a conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$10,000 (approximately US$1,300) per year to each awardee for a period of up to three years. More than 200 PhD Fellowships will be awarded in the 2014/15 academic year*. For awardees who need more than three years to complete their PhD studies, additional support may be provided by the chosen institutions. For details, please contact the institutions concerned directly.

* Institutions in Hong Kong normally start their academic year in September.

Selection Panel

Shortlisted applications, subject to their areas of studies, will be reviewed by one of the following two Selection Panels comprising experts in the relevant board areas:

Sciences, Medicine, Engineering and Technology

Humanities, Social Sciences and Business Studies

Selection Criteria

While candidates' academic excellence is of primary consideration, the Selection Panels will take into account factors as follows:

Academic excellence;

Research ability and potential;

Communication and interpersonal skills; and

Leadership abilities.

Source of Info: https://cerg1.ugc.edu.hk/hkpfs/index.html

International Scholarships Ministry of Education Malaysia

THE MALAYSIAN TECHNICAL COOPERATION PROGRAMME (MTCP)

The MTCP Scholarship for Post-Graduate Studies provides opportunities for students to pursue advanced academic study in Malaysia. This scholarship is a Government-to-Government basis, without any bond imposed by Malaysia. Scholarships are intended for promising candidates who may be expected to make a significant contribution to their own countries on their return from Malaysia. The duration of the award is 36 months for PhD and between 12 to 24 months for Masters Programme.

ELIGIBLITY CRITERIA

To be eligible for MALAYSIAN TECHNICAL COOPERATION PROGRAMME (MTCP), applicants must fit the following criteria:-

Not be more than 45 years of age during application.

Obtained a minimum of Second Class Upper (Honours) or a CGPA of 3.5/4.0 at Bachelor Degree Level for Masters Degree applicants and for PhD candidates must possess CGPA 3.5/4.0 or very good result at Masters degree level in a similar field of intended PhD study. In addition, for post-doctoral programme, the selection will be evaluated based on the number of books produced, refereed/non refereed journals, portfolio and patent copyright. The Post-Doctoral candidate must have excellent reputation in research and possesses knowledge related to the research to be carried out.

Took one of the following English Language Proficiency Test not more than two years before the date of application. The list of tests and minimum scores required:
1. IELTS Academic Test with a score of at least 6.5; or
2. TOEFL paper-based test with a score of at least 580 or computer-based test with a score of at least 230 or internet-based test with a score at least 92.

In excellent health condition and certified by a Certified Doctor/Medical Professional. The cost of medical examination is to be borne by the applicants

Wrote a proposal that is relevant to the field of studies.

Has applied for and gained admission to postgraduate and post-doctoral studies in Malaysia (conditional letters of offer will be accepted at the time of application or has a confirmation of acceptance or affiliation with the universities in Malaysia).

VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIPS

Each scholarship consists of:-

Air tickets from recipient’s capital city to Malaysia

An approved tuition fees

Monthly maintenance allowance

Annual grant for books and internal travel

Medical / Health Insurance

Installation and Termination grant

Thesis allowance

Visa

PRIORITY STUDY AREAS

Field of studies is in the following priority areas:

Science and Engineering

Agriculture and Fisheries

Economics and Islamic Finance

Information and Communication Technology

Biotechnology

Biosecurity and Food Safety

Infrastructure and Utility

Environmental Studies

Health not including nursing, medicine, clinical pharmacy.

* Applicants may choose any related course within the field/areas mentioned above

SELECTION CRITERIA

Applications will be considered according to the following selection criteria:-

High-level academic achievement

The quality of the research proposal and its potential contribution towards advancement of technology and human well-being.

Excellent communication, writing and reading skills in English Language

GENERAL CONDITION OF AWARD

Scholarship holder must undertake full-time studies for postgraduate studies at a campus of Malaysian Universities.It is the responsibility of the scholarship holders to confirm admission to the university.

Scholarship holders must not change their programme during tenure of the scholarship except with written permission from their university and the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia.

Scholarship holders must follow the approved programmes and abide by the university’s rules, regulations and codes of conduct.

Any suspension from the university will result in immediate suspension of award. Monthly allowances are not payable during suspension, including suspension due to illness.

It is the responsibility of successful candidates to apply for and meet the requirements for the issuing of an appropriate entry visa including medical examination. The offer of the scholarship does not guarantee the granting of a visa.

Scholarship holders must maintain satisfactory progress and good standing as stipulated by their host university and degree programme, or the scholarship will be withdrawn.

The scholarships are tenable in Malaysian universities and research must be carried out in Malaysia.

Scholarship holders are not allowed to take any paid employment during their tenure unless with written approval from the host university.

HOW TO APPLY

All applications should be made ONLINE through Ministry of Higher Education’s website at https://payloan.mohe.gov.my/INTER/ starting from 01 August 2013 until 30 September 2013.

STEP 1

Please ensure all informations are correct before you print the application and logout.

STEP 2

Please attach printed application form together with the following documents:
1. Recent passport size photograph.
2. Completed Medical Report. [download]
3. A certified copy of current passport showing evidence of citizenship.
4. A certified copy of academic transcript, testimonials and/or references relating to the relevant study, co-curriculum activities, achievements.
5. A certified copy of English Language proficiency certificate (Test of English as a Foreign Language/TOEFL or International English Language Testing Service/IELTS)
6. Curriculum Vitae.
7. Admission letter from Malaysian University.
8. Two letters of recommendation from two (2) people who can act as referees to support your application. [download]
9. Endorsement Form. [download]

You are required to complete the two Letters of Recommendation from two referees, Endorsement Form and Medical Report. Please bring printed ONLINE application form and required documents to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the relevant agency responsible for the scholarship in your country to get the endorsement.

STEP 3

Scan all documents stated above in PDF format and LOGIN to MIS Online Application. [How to convert documents to PDF format]

You are required to attach the documents and click SUBMIT button to submit the application. You will see the notification message when the process is done. All the application is fully online. No hard copy is required. Bring the hard copy of application form and original certificate during the interview session.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Late submission will not be entertained no matter what reasons are given.

Applications without sufficient documents stated will not be considered.

The decision on succesful candidate made by the Ministry is final. Any queries on the final decision will not be entertained.

All documents valid for six (6) month from date of application i.e. Medical Report, Endorsement Form and Reference Letters.

Has not commenced studies with offer letter from Malaysia University or has enrolled studies not more than :
1. Master : 1 Semester
2. PhD : 2 Semester

Please attach your documents accordingly to the list below : -
1. Recent Passport Size Photographs.
2. A certified copy of current passport showing evidence of citizenship.
3. Completed Medical Report.
4. A certified copy of academic transcript.
5. A certified copy of English Language proficiency certificate (Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing Service (IELTS).
6. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
7. Admission letter From University.
8. 2 Letters of recommendation from two (2) people who can act as reference to support your application.
9. Endorsement Form (From Applicants Home Countries Ministry of Foreign Affairs. For those already resides in Malaysia, form to be endorsed by embassy/ high commissioner in Malaysia.).

Source info: https://payloan.mohe.gov.my/INTER/index_mtcp.php

FURTHER ENQUIRIES

For further enquiries, please contact us:-

SCHOLARSHIP DIVISION
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION MALAYSIA
(formerly known as Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia)
LEVEL 2, NO 2, TOWER 2
JALAN P5/6, PRECINCT 5
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATIVE CENTRE
62200 PUTRAJAYA

Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS), Scholarships in Hongkong Universities

Background

Eligibility

Candidates who are seeking admission as new full time PhD students in the following eight institutions, irrespective of their country of origin, prior work experience, and ethnic background, should be eligible to apply.

City University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong Baptist University

Lingnan University

The Chinese University of Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Institute of Education

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

The University of Hong Kong

Applicants should demonstrate outstanding qualities of academic performance, research ability / potential, communication and interpersonal skills, and leadership abilities.

Fellowship Award

The Fellowship provides a monthly stipend of HK$20,000 (approximately US$2,600) and a conference and research related travel allowance of HK$10,000 (approximately US$1,300) per year to each awardee for a period of three years. About 135 PhD Fellowships will be awarded in each academic year*. For awardees who need more than three years to complete their PhD studies, additional support may be provided by the chosen institutions. For details, please contact the institutions concerned directly.

* Institutions in Hong Kong normally start their academic year in September.

Selection Panel

Shortlisted applications, subject to their areas of studies, will be reviewed by one of the following two Selection Panels comprising experts in the relevant board areas:

sciences, medicine, engineering and technology

humanities, social sciences and business studies

Selection Criteria

While candidates' academic excellence is the primary consideration, the Selection Panels will take into account factors as follows:

Academic excellence;

Research ability and potential;

Communication and interpersonal skills; and

Leadership abilities.

Source of Info: http://cerg1.ugc.edu.hk/hkpfs/index.html

Scholarships to Study in Hongkong

Scholarships, fellowships and awards, which are donated by private organizations, professional bodies, firms and individuals, are bestowed upon the selected recipients including new students on the basis of academic merits and other criteria stipulated by the donors. Most of the scholarships are for full-time students undertaking UGC-funded / publicly-funded courses. In 2012-2013 academic year, around 1,000 individual scholarships and prizes will be awarded through the University to students in various disciplines of study, with the total combined value amounting to approximately HK$27 million.

Students will be awarded scholarships through the following three means:

1. By open application – the main round of application for University Scholarships is open in late August to September each year; while individual scholarships are open for application whenever requested by the donors. Internal selection will then be made on the basis of academic merit, leadership and other personal qualities, financial need and services to the community. Internal and /or external selection interviews may be needed.

2. By nominations from Faculties / Schools / Departments and other relevant offices, subject to the final selection / approval by the donating parties.

3. A number of scholarships/ awards donated by external parties are open for application throughout the year. Interested students should submit their applications to the donors directly. Please watch out the details from “News and Event”.

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Scholarships for Studying in Indonesia : DARMASISWA RI PROGRAM

DARMASISWA is a scholarship program extended by the government of the Republic of Indonesia to foreign students from countries with which Indonesia has friendly relations. The program offered are Indonesian language, arts, music and crafts. Participants can choose their place of study from over 38 participating universities and colleges.

The main purpose of the Darmasiswa program is to arouse and foster interest in the Indonesian language and culture among citizens of friendly countries, and to reciprocate scholarship programs provided by other countries for Indonesian citizens and to forge closer cultural links with these nations.

The DARMASISWA program is essentially a "non-degree" program of one year or less. The participants are prohibited from engaging in any political and/or business activities which may result in destabilizing governmental programs or lead to personal profit/gain.

Darmasiswa RI Program offered with 3 schemes, i.e:

Darmasiswa RI Regular Program - 1 year

Darmasiswa RI Plus Program - 1 year

Darmasiswa RI Short Course Program - 6 months

A. DARMASISWA RI REGULAR PROGRAM

1. Rights and Obligations of Participants

Free of tuition fee

Willing to help the universities/colleges in academic activitiesfor approx. 5 (five) hours per week.

The participants may seek their universities assistance (from their own university) in finding a accommodation to rent.

The participants will be fetched at the airport upon arrival.

2. Annual Schedule of Darmasiswa RI Regular Program

Application deadline: 31st of March.

Selection of documents: 15th of April.

Orientation and Bahasa Indonesia course: 4th week of August.

Academic program: August/September to July.

3. Places of Study

Universitas Negeri Medan (http://www.unimed.ac.id)

Universitas Andalas, Padang (http://www.unand.ac.id)

STSI Padang Panjang

Universitas Sriwijaya, Palembang (http://www.unsri.ac.id)

Universitas Lampung (http://www.unila.ac.id)

Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Serang

Universitas Indonesia, Depok (http://www.ui.ac.id)

Universitas Negeri Jakarta (http://www.unj.ac.id)

Universltas Nasional, Jakarta (http:l/www.unas.ac.id)

Universitas Pakuan, Bogor (http://www.unpak.ac.id)

Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung (http://www.unpad.ac.id)

Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Bandung (http://www.upi.edu)

STSI, Bandung (http://www.stsi-bdg.ac.id)

Universitas Pasundan, Bandung (http://www.unpas.ac.id)

Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang (http://www.undip.ac.id)

Universitas Negeri Semarang (http://www.unnes.ac.id)

IKIP PGRI, Semarang

ISI, Yogyakarta (http://www.isi.ac.id)

Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta (http://www.ugm.ac.id)

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (http://www.uny.ac.id)

Universitas Sanata Darma,Yogyakarta (http://www.usd.ac.id)

Universitas Ahmad Dahlan, Yogyakarta (http://www.uad.ac.id)

ISI, Surakarta (http://www.stsi-ska.ac.id)

Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta (http://www.uns.ac.id)

Universitas Negeri Malang (http://www.malang.ac.id)

IKIP Budi Utomo, Malang

Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang (http://www.umm.ac.id)

Politeknik Negeri Malang (http://www.poltek-malang.ac.id)

Universitas Negeri Surabaya (http://www.unesa.ac.id)

Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya (http://www.unair.ac.id)

Universitas Muhammadiyah, Surabaya

Universitas Udayana, Denpasar (http://www.unud.ac.id)

ISI, Denpasar (http://www.isi-dps.ac.id)

Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha, Singaraja, Bali

IKIP Saraswati, Tabanan - Bali

Universitas Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara (http://www.unram.ac.id)

Universitas Mulawarman, Samarinda, East Kalimantan (http://www.unmul.ac.id)

Universitas Muhammadiyah, Makassar

B. DARMASISWA RI PLUS PROGRAM

Students of DARMASISWA RI Plus program who are invited to study in university/college, are required to teach their native language (English, French, German, Japanese and Chinese) at an Indonesian Education Institute.

1. Right and Obligation of Participants

Free of tuition fee.

Willing to be placed any where in Indonesia in order to/ and to teach foreign language for 10 (ten) hours per week.

The participants may seek their school's assistancc in finding accommodation.

The participants will be fetched at the airport on their arrival.

Source: http://www.indonesianembassy.org.uk/darmasiswaprogram.html

Indonesian Government Scholarships for International Students

1. Background

The 10^th Conference of Heads of States of Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) countries commenced in Bandung from 1^st – 6^th September 1992 concluded, among others, the idea of scholarships provided by the Ministry of Education and Culture. In 1993 the Government of the Republik of Indonesia started offering postgraduate (master degree) scholarship to students from the NAM member countries.

Since 2002, after the cold war ended, the program had beed offered not only to the NAM member countries, but also to the developing countries such as Thailand, Fiji, South Korea, Suriname, Guyana, Turkey, Vietnam, and Vanuatu. In fact, this program has attracted more applicants, and by 2012, 597 students from 49 countries had been awarded this scholarship.

Due to the international political escalation, the use of the term “NAM” was considered irrelevant. Therefore, the program had been changed to Beasiswa Kemitraan Negara Berkembang (KNB) or Developing Countries Partnership program on Scholarship.

2. Objectives

The objectives of the scholarship are:

a. Promoting deeper cultural understanding among developing countries;

b. Strengthening the relationship and mutual cooperation among the participating countries;

c. Contributing to the development of human resource quality.

3. Study Program

In 2013 the scholarship is provided for foreign students to do their Master Degree programs in one of 13 prominent university in Indonesia on study programs as listed below:

a. Field of study

(Bea advised that not every university offers the following fields of study)

Humanities

1. Literary studies

2. Linguistic

3. History

4. Philosophy

5. Anthropology

6. Cultural studies

Engineering

1. Chemical Engineering 6. Geological Engineering

2. Civil Engineering 7. Informatics Engineering

3. Architectural Engineering 8. Environmental

4. Electrical Engineering 9. Engineering

5. Naval Architect & Marine Eng. 10. Mechanical Engineering

Social Sciences

1. Public Administration 7. Communication & Media Studies

2. Political Science 8. International Relations

3. Sociology 9. Accounting

4. Psychology 10. Management

5. Law 11. Community Enpowerment

6. Economics/Development Study

Multi-Disciplinary Studies

1. Performing Arts & Arts Studies

2. Tourism Studies

3. Comparative Religious Studies

4. Bio Technology

Education

1. Indonesian Education 7. Applied Linguistic

2. Educational Science 8. History Education

3. Social Science Education 9. Instructional Education

4. Natural Science Education 10. Educational Management

5. Primary School Teacher Education 11. Educational Research & Evaluation

6. Out of School Education/ 12. Vocational & Technological

Informal Education Education

Sciences

1. Biology 8. Statistics

2. Physics 9. Environmental Sciences

3. Geography 10. Public Health

4. Chemistry 11. Sport Sciences

5. Remote Sensing 12. Pharmacy Studies

6. Computer 13. Nursing

7. Mathematics

Agricultural Sciences

1. Plant Pathology 8. Veterinary Science

2. Agronomy 9. Agricultural Engineering

3. Soil Sciences 10. Marine Science

4. Forestry 11. Fisheries

5. Entomology 12. Animal Science

6. Agricultural Economics 13. Estate Crop Product Technology

7. Food Science & Technology

b. Period of study

No	Program	Period
1.	Indonesian Language	8 months
2.	Master Preparatory Programs	4 months
3.	Master Programs	24 months (4 semesters)

4. Learning Process

a. Lecture

Language instruction in lectures is recommended in Bahasa Indonesia.

b. Thesis

Thesis should be written in Bahasa Indonesia unless the university suggested otherwise.

c. Research

Research should be carried out in Indonesia

5. Scholarship Coverage

The KNB scholarship will be covering :

a. Settlement Allowance of Rp. 1.000.000,- will be given upon arrival in Indonesia;

b. While taking the Indonesian language course and preparatory programs, a student will receive Rp. 1.650.000,- per month (living allowance only);

c. During their Master Program, the students will receive monthly allowances as follows:

(1) Living allowance = Rp. 1.650.000

(2) Research allowance = Rp. 400.000

(3) Books allowance = Rp. 350.000

d. The scholarship will be provided for a maximum of 36 months period of study (in case of early program completion, the scholarship will be stopped soon after the student set off for their home country);

e. A health insurance with a maximum of Rp. 200.000 monthly premi (in case of the cost of medical services exceeded to those covered by the health insurance, the difference should be borne by the student);

f. A round-trip international airfare (economy class) from the international airport of the student’s home countries to Indonesia, including local transportation to the host university;

Note: Other expenses beside those mentioned above will be borne by the students.

6. Requirements

a. Maximum age is 35 year old;

b. Possess a bachelor degree;

c. Not a Master Degree Holder;

d. Have a TOEFL score of 500 or equivalent;

e. Complete the on-line application form

f. He/she must be recommended by the Indonesian Embassy in the respective country;

g. He/she must be in a good health proved by an official medical statement from authorized medical practitioner;

h. Prior to the departure to Indonesia, the successful candidates will be required to sign a statement letter provided by the KNB Scholarship management.

7. Application Procedure

a. Required Documents:

(1) Recommendation letter from the Indonesian Embassy in the respective country;

(2) Nomination letter from the respective government official;

(3) 2 Academic Recommendation letters;

(4) Scanned passport (personal data page only) or birth certificate;

(5) Scanned bachelor certificate and academic transcripts (in English);

(6) Scanned TOEFL score certificate obtained within the last 2 years;

(7) Scanned Medical Statement.

b. Procedures:

(1) Download Invitation letter from the KNB Scholarship website www.knb.dikti.go.id;

(2) Bring the Invitation letter, Passport of Birth Certificate, Academic Certificate and Academic Transcripts to the Indonesian to acquire the recommendation letter;

(3) Complete the online application process www.knb.ditkti.go.id;

(4) The selection process will be conducted based on online application data;

(5) The selection results will be published in the KNB Scholarship Website www.knb.dikti.go.id and through the Indonesian Embassy publication channel.

8. Schedule

a. The application process must be completed no later than end of April;

b. Selection will be conducted on 1^st week of May;

c. The selection result will be announced on 1^st week of June;

d. The students should have arrived in Jakarta by the end of August;

e. Orientation will be organized in September;

f. The Indonesian language course will be starting in early September.

9. Arrival in Indonesia

a. Visa Arrangement

(1) Short-Visit Visa (VITAS)

Prior to the departure to Indonesia, the successful candidates will be using a Short-Visit Visa (VITAS) that can be obtained from the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in the candidate’s home country. Soon after the arrival in Indonesia, the visa should be conversed to the Limited Staying Permit (ITAS) for 1 (one) year through a Local Immigration Office where the candidate will study.

Please be advised that the successful candidates must report to the Local Immigration Office within 7 days upon the time of arrival to get the Stay-Permit (ITAS).

(2) Social-Visit Visa (VKSB)

Social Visit Visa (VKSB) can also be used to entering Indonesia. It can be obtained from the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia where the student lives. Soon after the arrival in Indonesia, the visa should be conversed to get Limited Staying Permit (ITAS) for 1 (one) year

While studying in Indonesia, students or KNB scholarship holders may go overseas as long as they obtain an Exit Re-Entry Permit (ERP) or Exit Permit Only (EPO) stamped on their passport by the Local Immigration Office.

Please be advised that the successful candidates are prohibited to use the Tourist Visa to study in Indonesia, since it will cause a problem while processing the Stay-Permit.

(3) The student is expected to have a valid passport for a minimum 2 (two) years.

b. Departure to Indonesia

(1) The successful candidates are expected to arrive in Indonesia by the end of August;

(2) As soon as the visa is obtained and the date of departure is confirmed, the Directorate General of Higher Education will handle the travel arrangements for the successful candidates;

(3) Ministry of Education and culture will deliver the necessary arrangements to meet all the arriving students at the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport;

(4) Students are strongly advised not to be accompanied by any family member since the KNB Scholarship monthly stipend is basically estimated for only one person for a proper living in Indonesia.

10. Returning Home

a. Returning home after finishing study

Student who has accomplished their study should contact the host university no more than 30 days prior to their departure so as to allow time for preparing necessary documents and travel arrangement. The day of departure should not exceed either the period of their scholarship or one month after yudisium (not the graduation day)

b. Excess Baggage

The Indonesian government does not provide additional money for excess baggage and book transportation.

c. Temporary return

When the student wishes to leave Indonesia temporarily for a personal reason, he/she must:

(1) Have a letter of recommendation from the host university;

(2) Have a round-trip international ticket;

(3) Cover the exit re-entry permit cost.

During the leave, he/she will not receive any monthly allowance.

d. Drop-out / Aborting study

In case students return home due to personal reasons or because they cannot complete their study (e.g. inability to complete the study or violating the Indonesian government or university regulation), the following points apply:

(1) Students should inform the Director of Graduate Program of the host university;

(2) Students must inform their government official/representative in written to explain the nature of the problems that have forced them to quit from the study;

(3) Students must bear the cost of the International airfares.

11. Other Matters

a. Accommodation

The government of the Republic of Indonesia will not provide any lodging or board. However, the host university will assist them in finding a suitable boarding house/ accommodation.

b. Holiday / Study Leave

Any other costs for personal reasons or vacations will be the responsibility of the student’s responsibility.

c. Dressing Decency

Students are advised to wear decent/appropriate clothes when they visit government offices and public places, and attend classes in campus.

12. Contacts

a. Directorate of Institutional and Collaboration Affairs

Directorate General of Higher Education

Ministry of Education and Culture of the Republic of Indonesia

Building D, 6^th Floor Jalan Jenderal Sudirman, Senayan, Jakarta 10270

Phone : +62 21 57946063

Fax : +62 21 57946062

Email : beasiswaknb@dikti.go.id

b. Bureau of Planning and International Cooperation

Ministry of Education and Culture of the Republic of Indonesia

Building C, 7^th Floor Jalan Jenderal Sudirman, Senayan, Jakarta 10270

Phone : +62 21 5738181, 5709445/46

Fax : +62 21 5724707

c. Directorate of Public Diplomacy

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia

Jalan Taman Pejambon No.6, Jakarta

Phone : +62 21 3813480

Fax : +62 21 3858035

Source of Info: http://www.indonesian-embassy.ir/english/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=441