Filipino citizens, residing and working in the Bangsamoro region, who are committed to work for the development of the BARMM

At least two (2)-year work experience after completing undergraduate degree

Has not been the subject of any disciplinary actions that warranted suspension or expulsion from your employers. A certification of no pending administrative case from employer is required

Not a current beneficiary of any scholarship or other education assistance program at the time of application or for the duration of the scholarship

The scholarship awards shall be for the prescribed duration to finish the degree program

The scholarship is valid for the academic year following the offer of award and cannot be deferred except for justifiable reasons as determined by the ICSP

Scholars are to maintain good academic standing in the academic institutions and to comply with the prescribed retention policy of the university and the ICSP

The awardees are to execute a Scholarship Agreement with ICSP and their respective organisations

Evaluation of the academic performance is undertaken every term against ICSP policies and progress notes and grades provided by the scholar's academic institution.

Fill out the online application form

Gather the following required documents:

• Certificate of GPA/GWA of your undergraduate (from the school you graduated)
• Certificate of Residency (download this template as guide | view samples)

From your current employer:

• Nomination to the scholarship for those employed in BARMM agencies. (download template here - ../icsp/downloadable-documents/nomination-form-icsp-application-for-2022-intake.docx). The filled out nomination signed by your agency head need to be scanned and uploaded in your own application form under "Section 13 Upload Documents".
• Declaration/Certificate of no pending administrative case

Re-entry Action Plan (REAP). This serves as your plan to apply learning from the post-graduate program study.

View the annotated guide on crafting your REAP here (../assets/pdf/annotated-reap-template-for-icsp-applicants-2022-intake.pdf)

Download the REAP Template for editing. You will be asked to upload this filled up REAP in the application form.

(../assets/pdf/icsp-annotated-reap-template_2022_v1-for-applicants.docx)

Scholars are selected according to criteria set by the Australian Embassy in the Philippines

Shortlisted applicants are interviewed by a panel composed of representatives from the Australian Embassy, BARMM, and key sector/s.

Equal opportunities for both men and women are ensured in the application and selection of successful awardees

Proposed field of study aligned to current work and/or undergraduate degree

Subject to the assessment, special consideration will be given to persons with disabilities and application from the marginalised groups

When is the deadline for applications?

Applications are accepted until the 7th of June 2022.

When will the results of the assessment and panel interviews be released?

Applicants may expect to know the results of their application in July.

What types of courses are available for study under the In-Country Scholarship Program (ICSP3)?

All proposed studies should align with the BARMM’s priority areas:

• Agronomy
• Forestry
• Agri-business
• Fisheries
• Engineering (Civil, Structural)
• Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
• Social Welfare and Development
• Public/Community Health
• Enterprise Development
• Gender
• Human Resource / Organisation Development
• Peace and Development
• Development Communication
  

What are the Partner Academic Institutions (PAIs) of the In-Country Scholarship Program (ICSP3)?

• Asian Institute of Management (MNL)
• Asian Social Institute (MNL)
• De La Salle University (MNL)
• University of Santo Tomas (MNL)
• University of the Philippines – Diliman
• University of the Philippines – Los Baños
• Mapua University (MNL)
• Polytechnic University of the Philippines (MNL)
• Ateneo de Manila University
• Siliman University (Neg Or)
• Ateneo de Davao University (DVO)
• Davao Medical School Foundation (DVO)
• Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology (Iligan)
• Notre Dame University (COT)
• University of Mindanao (DVO)
• University of Southeastern Philippines (DVO)
  

Should my proposed course be in the field I previously studied?

While it would be advantageous for applicants to select the proposed course based on his/her bachelor’s degree or aligned to current work, other interest areas can still be considered depending on their relevant work experience and career goals.

Does ICSP allow a non-thesis program?

Yes, in fact, non-thesis postgraduate programs are encouraged and preferred This will enable the awardees to complete the study within the timeframe. The academic institutions offering this program require other papers, i.e., project papers, assessment papers, etc.

Where can I get information about ICSP3 and its application process?

Please visit www.australiaawardsphilippines.org/icsp to search for more information about ICSP. You may also refer to www.australiaawardsphilippines.org/icsp/applicants for ICSP3 application process information. Note that currently, ICSP3 only supports postgraduate programs.

What are the eligibility requirements to apply for the In-Country Scholarship Program (ICSP3)?

A full description of the eligibility criteria.

• Filipino Citizens from Bangsamoro areas who are committed to working for the development of the Bangsamoro region.
• At least two (2) years of work experience after completing an undergraduate degree
• Applicants must not be a current beneficiary of any scholarship or other similar assistance program at the time of application

Is there an age limit for applicants?

There is no age limit.

When it says a resident of the Bangsamoro, does it refer to the geographical areas of BARMM? Can residents outside BARMM but working within BARMM areas be considered?

Yes, the applicant must be a resident of BARMM who is committed to working for the development of the Bangsamoro region.

Are Contract of Service (COS) allowed to apply?

Yes, COS employees can apply

Are those working in an NGO or social enterprise in BARMM eligible?

Yes, interested individuals working in NGOs, CSOs, the private sector, etc. can apply.

What are the work experience requirements?

At least two (2) years of cumulative work experience need not be limited to BARMM agencies. It can include experience in govt, non-govt, private.

Can a self-employed individual apply for a scholarship?

Yes, as long as you have two (2) years of work experience.

Can I apply for the ICSP even if I have an existing scholarship?

No. Applicants must not be current beneficiaries of any scholarship or other similar assistance program at the time of application.

Do I need to submit my university TOR during the application?

Yes, you may. Applicants are required to submit a graduate certificate with GWA/GPA of their highest completed degree.

Can I work while I am studying?

We encourage scholars to be full-time in their studies, but scholars are allowed to work as long as they will pass all subjects and finish their studies within the approved duration of the program study.

Does the scholarship include a doctorate?

No, ICSP only supports master’s program.

Does the ICSP have a limit to the duration of scholarship/study?

The maximum study duration is 2 years for Master programs.

What significant circumstances might lead to its discontinuance of the award?

Applying for another scholarship program; plagiarism; non-disclosure of relevant facts; failed subjects/units; non-submission of reports to AAAEP, partner orgs, and partner academic institutions over the allotted school year, non enrolment in required semesters.