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Global Excellence and Mobility Scholarship (GEMS) (Monash Malaysia)
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Call for GEMS applications for the 2027 intake is now open!
The Global Excellence and Mobility Scholarship (GEMS) program aims to bring the best and brightest PhD students to Monash University Malaysia, where they can work with international top-class research teams on some of the world's core challenges.The scholarship includes a study-away program of up to 9 months at either Monash University Australia, Monash University Indonesia, or the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay.
The GEMS program offers 15 scholarships each year, with each recipient receiving funding for 42 months.
Scholarship information
| Duration, stipend and other benefits | Stipend: 42 months, including up to 9 months in Australia, Indonesia or India. The period in Malaysia: a monthly stipend of RM 2,950 for 33-36 months. The period in Australia: a monthly stipend of RM 8,500 for up to 9 months. The period in Indonesia (Monash University Indonesia) or India (IITB): a monthly stipend of RM2,950 up to 9 months, similar to the rate in Malaysia. A grant of RM 9,000 is provided to subsidise costs, including visa, insurance and travel. Depending on your school of enrolment, you may be funded for conference attendance, fieldwork or other activities relevant to your research project. |
| Tuition Fee Waiver | 100% tuition fee waiver up to a maximum of 4 years full-time equivalent under the Global Excellence and Mobility Scholarship (GEMS), valued at RM 218,880 for international students and RM 193,920 for domestic students (at 2026 fee rates). |
| Type | Higher Degree Research - PhD |
| Intakes | Call for 2027 intake applications is now open |
| Study status | Full-time only |
| Citizenship | Malaysian and International students are eligible |
| General fees | The following general fees are payable upon enrolment: Registration (once only) - RM200 General amenities (per semester) - RM100 Information about International student pass application, please Click here |
| Areas of study | Refer to ‘ Research topics ’ below. Candidates are only permitted to select one GEMS topic . Applicants must submit a research proposal relevant to the chosen topic. |
| Admission and eligibility criteria | To enter Monash University, you must satisfy particular academic and English language requirements. To be eligible for GEMS, you must possess a minimum academic qualification of First Class Honours (H1) or its equivalence (H1E) recognised by Monash Malaysia. |
| Application process | When you apply for admission into your preferred degree program you will be able to select your scholarship type. No separate application is required. By clicking on a course , you will be directed to further information, including details on ‘How to Apply’. However, before applying for a GEMS, it is recommended that you first contact the main supervisor for your preferred research topic listed below. Please provide details of your academic background and achievements to the supervisor so that they can assess your suitability for the GEMS research topic of your interest. GEMS Applications must be submitted through this link, following the application submission guide and including the following documents: Academic transcripts and certificates (Certified true copies with grading scales) Curriculum vitae (CV) Personal statement on why you think you are suited for the GEMS program (300 words) Research proposal for one preferred research topic listed below Proof of English proficiency (Based on Monash University English language requirements) Proof of Publications (if any) Please ensure that you enter the correct GEMS research topic in the course application link, Note: GEMS applications with incomplete documents will not be accepted. |
| Scholarship conditions | Global Excellence and Mobility Scholarship (GEMS) recipients are required to contribute a maximum of 240 hours per year in academic support and/or research support activities as determined by the Managing School. GEMS recipients must commence their mobility term in the Host Institution (Australia/ Indonesia/ India) no later than 18 months from their course commencement date. GEMS recipients must commence in the year the scholarship is awarded. The successful candidate is encouraged to enrol as soon as possible, and no later than 31 December 2027. |
| Application deadline | GEMS 2027: 25 January 2027 (Must enrol no later than 31 December 2027) GEMS 2026: 31 October 2026 (Must enrol no later than 31 December 2026) |
- General fees The following general fees are payable upon enrolment: Registration (once only) - RM200 General amenities (per semester) - RM100 Information about International student pass application, please Click here
- Admission and eligibility criteria To enter Monash University, you must satisfy particular academic and English language requirements. To be eligible for GEMS, you must possess a minimum academic qualification of First Class Honours (H1) or its equivalence (H1E) recognised by Monash Malaysia.
- Admission and eligibility criteria To enter Monash University, you must satisfy particular academic and English language requirements. To be eligible for GEMS, you must possess a minimum academic qualification of First Class Honours (H1) or its equivalence (H1E) recognised by Monash Malaysia.
- Application process When you apply for admission into your preferred degree program you will be able to select your scholarship type. No separate application is required. By clicking on a course , you will be directed to further information, including details on ‘How to Apply’. However, before applying for a GEMS, it is recommended that you first contact the main supervisor for your preferred research topic listed below. Please provide details of your academic background and achievements to the supervisor so that they can assess your suitability for the GEMS research topic of your interest. GEMS Applications must be submitted through this link, following the application submission guide and including the following documents: Academic transcripts and certificates (Certified true copies with grading scales) Curriculum vitae (CV) Personal statement on why you think you are suited for the GEMS program (300 words) Research proposal for one preferred research topic listed below Proof of English proficiency (Based on Monash University English language requirements) Proof of Publications (if any) Please ensure that you enter the correct GEMS research topic in the course application link, Note: GEMS applications with incomplete documents will not be accepted.
- Application process When you apply for admission into your preferred degree program you will be able to select your scholarship type. No separate application is required. By clicking on a course , you will be directed to further information, including details on ‘How to Apply’. However, before applying for a GEMS, it is recommended that you first contact the main supervisor for your preferred research topic listed below. Please provide details of your academic background and achievements to the supervisor so that they can assess your suitability for the GEMS research topic of your interest. GEMS Applications must be submitted through this link, following the application submission guide and including the following documents: Academic transcripts and certificates (Certified true copies with grading scales) Curriculum vitae (CV) Personal statement on why you think you are suited for the GEMS program (300 words) Research proposal for one preferred research topic listed below Proof of English proficiency (Based on Monash University English language requirements) Proof of Publications (if any) Please ensure that you enter the correct GEMS research topic in the course application link, Note: GEMS applications with incomplete documents will not be accepted.
- Application process When you apply for admission into your preferred degree program you will be able to select your scholarship type. No separate application is required. By clicking on a course , you will be directed to further information, including details on ‘How to Apply’. However, before applying for a GEMS, it is recommended that you first contact the main supervisor for your preferred research topic listed below. Please provide details of your academic background and achievements to the supervisor so that they can assess your suitability for the GEMS research topic of your interest. GEMS Applications must be submitted through this link, following the application submission guide and including the following documents: Academic transcripts and certificates (Certified true copies with grading scales) Curriculum vitae (CV) Personal statement on why you think you are suited for the GEMS program (300 words) Research proposal for one preferred research topic listed below Proof of English proficiency (Based on Monash University English language requirements) Proof of Publications (if any) Please ensure that you enter the correct GEMS research topic in the course application link, Note: GEMS applications with incomplete documents will not be accepted.
- Application process When you apply for admission into your preferred degree program you will be able to select your scholarship type. No separate application is required. By clicking on a course , you will be directed to further information, including details on ‘How to Apply’. However, before applying for a GEMS, it is recommended that you first contact the main supervisor for your preferred research topic listed below. Please provide details of your academic background and achievements to the supervisor so that they can assess your suitability for the GEMS research topic of your interest. GEMS Applications must be submitted through this link, following the application submission guide and including the following documents: Academic transcripts and certificates (Certified true copies with grading scales) Curriculum vitae (CV) Personal statement on why you think you are suited for the GEMS program (300 words) Research proposal for one preferred research topic listed below Proof of English proficiency (Based on Monash University English language requirements) Proof of Publications (if any) Please ensure that you enter the correct GEMS research topic in the course application link, Note: GEMS applications with incomplete documents will not be accepted.
- Application process When you apply for admission into your preferred degree program you will be able to select your scholarship type. No separate application is required. By clicking on a course , you will be directed to further information, including details on ‘How to Apply’. However, before applying for a GEMS, it is recommended that you first contact the main supervisor for your preferred research topic listed below. Please provide details of your academic background and achievements to the supervisor so that they can assess your suitability for the GEMS research topic of your interest. GEMS Applications must be submitted through this link, following the application submission guide and including the following documents: Academic transcripts and certificates (Certified true copies with grading scales) Curriculum vitae (CV) Personal statement on why you think you are suited for the GEMS program (300 words) Research proposal for one preferred research topic listed below Proof of English proficiency (Based on Monash University English language requirements) Proof of Publications (if any) Please ensure that you enter the correct GEMS research topic in the course application link, Note: GEMS applications with incomplete documents will not be accepted.
Research topics
GEMS 2026: 3 PhD scholarships on Integrated Strategies in Microplastics Research are available in the School of Engineering and Pharmacy
GEMS 2026: 3 PhD scholarships on MAP-Neuro: Diverse hiPSC Models, AI Analytics & Mechanism-Guided Therapeutics are available in the Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Information Technology
GEMS 2026: 3 PhD scholarships on Predict-and-Prevent Severe Dengue: AI-Guided Multi-Omics & Natural-Compound Screening are available in the Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences and Pharmacy
GEMS 2027: 3 PhD scholarships on A Multi-Scale Investigation of Climate-Associated Antimicrobial Resistance Dynamics across Molecular, Community and Clinical Dimensions in Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences and the School of Science
GEMS 2027: 3 PhD scholarships on A Closed-Loop One Health Platform for Infection Detection, Treatment, and Antimicrobial Stewardship to mitigate Antimicrobial Resistance in the School of Pharmacy
GEMS 2027: 3 PhD scholarships on Next-Generation Therapeutic Foods for Global Nutrition Security in the School of Science and Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences
GEMS 2027: 3 PhD scholarships on Catalytic Solutions for Climate Resilience: Sustainable Conversion of Carbon, Nitrogen and Biomass Resources in the School of Engineering
GEMS 2027: 3 PhD scholarships on AI-Driven EV Smart Mobility and Grid Integration for Sustainable Energy Management in Malaysia and Indonesia in the School of Engineering
GEMS 2027: 2 PhD Scholarships on AI-Enabled Personalised Cardiovascular Care in Malaysia in Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences
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