1. Eligibility Requirements
a) Malaysian.
b) Age 18 years old or below.
c) Minimum result of 7 As (A+ and A only) for SPM 2021; or other equivalent school qualifications.
d) Total monthly gross household income of RM11,000 and below.
e) Strong leadership qualities through various leadership positions in school, national and/or global competitions and/or sporting events.
f) Active participation in community service.

2. Accepted Fields of Study
Business / Social Science related courses:
a) Accounting & Finance
b) Business & Management Studies
c) Economics
d) Psychology / Human Resource
e) Digital Marketing
f) Communication / Media
g) Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Engineering and Technology related courses:
a) Architecture & Built Environment
b) Real Estate & Property Management
c) Electrical & Electronic Engineering
d) Civil Engineering
e) Mechanical Engineering / Mechatronic (Robotic)
f) Chemical Engineering
g) Computer Science
h) Information Technology / Data Science / Drone

Science / Agriculture related courses:
a) Agronomy
b) Plantation Management
c) Biological / Natural Sciences
d) Chemistry

3. Accepted Universities*
2-year Cambridge A-Level Programme (pre-university) at Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar (KTJ), leading to undergraduate studies at a top global university.

Note: Students' pre-university admission will be arranged by YSD.

4. Value of Scholarship
The full scholarship includes tuition fees, board and lodging, a computer allowance, shipping allowance, clothing allowance and flight tickets at the beginning and end of studies.

Scholarship recipients will have the opportunity to undergo YSD THRIVE – Future Leaders, a comprehensive learning experience for YSD scholars towards producing high quality and well-rounded graduates. This programme offers tailored soft skills training, access to an e-learning platform, volunteering opportunities, mentorship and internships at a Sime Darby Company i.e. Sime Darby Berhad, Sime Darby Plantation Berhad and/or Sime Darby Property Berhad.

Note: Scholarship monies will be disbursed upon execution of scholarship agreement.

5. Service Bond Period
6 years at a Sime Darby Company upon completion of studies.

6. Application
Scholarship application is now open from 16th to 30th June 2022.