Scholarship
The Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship for Foreign Students (BDGS)
This is the flagship scholarship program for international students to pursue studies in Brunei. It covers diploma, undergraduate, and master's degree programs at five major Bruneian institutions.
About this scholarship
The Government of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship for Foreign Students (BDGS) is offered by Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brunei Darussalam for study in Brunei at diploma, bachelor and master level. The award is valued at Full tuition, return economy airfare, monthly personal allowance, meals allowance, annual book allowance, baggage allowance, and accommodation., provided as full ride support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as full ride funding. Applicants selected receive Full tuition, return economy airfare, monthly personal allowance, meals allowance, annual book allowance, baggage allowance, and accommodation.. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at diploma, bachelor and master level. No nationality restriction is recorded for this award.
Eligibility
Open to international students of any nationality who are not citizens or permanent residents of Brunei and have not previously studied at a tertiary institution in Brunei.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-02-15. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
diploma, bachelor and master
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brunei Darussalam
- Study destination
- Brunei
- Award
- Full tuition, return economy airfare, monthly personal allowance, meals allowance, annual book allowance, baggage allowance, and accommodation.
- Funding type
- full ride
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- diploma, bachelor and master
- Nationality
- No restriction recorded
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-02-15
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-10-06