What is the best bank account for me? What are some great ways to save up?

Besides what the rest have suggested, I'd like to point out that the CIMB fast saver account has no criteria and will give you 1% (if I recall correctly), so it's quite no-frills. Use that to maximize interest earned if you are either not eligible for SCB Jumpstart or have hit the $20K cap.

Hey Alcander. As what Hariz mentioned, you should consider opening up the Stanchart Jumpstart Account (works like a normal savings account) that pays out 2% p.a. interest on a monthly basis for up to $20K. If you have more than $20K, you can consider putting it in CIMB for 1% p.a. interest. Aside from bank accounts, you could also apply for student credit cards which offer you cashbacks. Maybank eVibes card is one that I use that offers 1% cashback to help you save money