PETRONAS Overseas Talent Sponsorship Programme (Master) 2013

PETRONAS Overseas Talent Sponsorship Programme is offered to provides opportunities for the next generation of students to pursue knowledge, especially in the fields of science and technology, as well as help prepare them for a career in the increasingly challenging global economy.

The scholarship is given to deserving overseas students with excellent academic achievement with the potential to contribute towards the enhancement of research and development and innovation in the nation’s oil, gas and energy sector.

The recipient of this scholarship shall undertake Master by Research and Dissertation in the research areas related to Oil, Gas and Energy:
  • Petroleum Geoscience;
  • Petroleum Engineering;
  • Process Integration ;
  • Advanced Process Control ;
  • Asset Management and Maintenance .

Deadline: 15th September 2013
PETRONAS Overseas Talent Sponsorship Programme for Master by Coursework and Dissertation in Oil and Gas related disciplines | Biasiswa untuk Master

Eligibility Criteria:
  • Not more than 30 years of age;
  • Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline with minimum CGPA of 3.00 or Second Class Upper or equivalent;
  • Completed one of the following English Language Proficiency Test not more than two (2) years prior to the date of application:
    • IELTS with a minimum score of 6.0; OR
    • TOEFL with a minimum score of 550 for Paper Based Test (PBT), OR 220 for Computer Based Test (CBT), OR 80 for Internet Based Test (IBT).
  • In excellent health condition and certified by Doctor/Medical Professional. The applicants will be required to undergo a standard pre-employment health screening; pre-departure and upon arrival to Malaysia. This is ensure that the individual is fit for a specific job and that carrying out the duties of the job, will not adversely affect the individual’s health or that of colleagues and clients / patients.

Academic Criteria:
  • MSc. in Petroleum Geoscience: Must possess Bachelor Degree in any related Science/Engineering programme from the recognized universities with a minimum CGPA of 3.00/4.00 or equivalent;
  • MSc. in Petroleum Engineering: Must possess Bachelor Degree in any related Engineering programme from the recognized universities with a minimum CGPA of 3.00/4.00 or equivalent;
  • MSc. in Process Integration: Must possess Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering or any related Engineering programme from the recognized universities with a minimum CGPA of 3.00/4.00 or equivalent;
  • MSc in Advanced Process Control: Must possess Bachelor Degree in Chemical or Electrical Engineering with specialization in Process Control from the recognized universities with a minimum CGPA of 3.00/4.00 or equivalent or with work experience in Process Control;
  • MSc. in Asset Management and Maintenance: Must possess Bachelor Degree in any related Engineering programme from the recognized universities with a minimum CGPA of 3.00/4.00 or equivalent.;

How To Apply:
  • Please submit your online application here by 15 September 2013;
  • Only shortlisted applicants will be invited for an assessment;
  • Please direct enquiries regarding the PETRONAS Overseas Talent Sponsorship Programme to recruitment.sts@petronas.com.my.



Source: PETRONAS