Opportunity Description
The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) for international Ph.D. aspirants in Singapore is now accepting applications. SINGA is an award given to international students who have excelled academically during their undergraduate or master’s studies. In addition, applicants must exhibit a strong desire to conduct research leading to a Ph.D. (doctorate) in Science and Engineering at a Singapore university. Furthermore, they will make global connections and develop their research careers.
SINGA fosters a multicultural and lively research community of international students. Participants will collaborate in a multicultural setting with distinguished and internationally renowned researchers in cutting-edge facilities.
The SINGA is a joint initiative funded by the A*STAR (Agency for Science Technology and Research) in collaboration with the NTU (Nanyang Technological University), the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), and the National University of Singapore (NUS).
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Details of SINGA
- Award Location: Singapore
- Application Deadline (January Intake 2026): 1 June 2025 (23:59 hrs GMT +8 Singapore time)
- Level of Study: Ph.D.
- Duration of the Award: 4 Years
- Medium of Instruction: English
- Funding Type: Fully funded
- Eligible Countries: All
- Host Institutions:
- Nanyan Technological University (NTU)
- National University of Singapore (NUS)
- Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)
- Singapore Management University (SMU)
Research Area with (SINGA):
- Engineering and Technology
- Physical Science
- Biomedical Sciences
- Computing and information sciences
SINGA Benefits and Coverage
The Singapore International Graduate Award covers the following items during the full period (4 Years) of Ph.D. studies through research:
- Full tuition fees.
- After completing the Qualifying Examination, the monthly allowance will increase from S$ 2,700 to S$ 3,200.
- S$1,500 for one-time airfare.
- S$ 1,000 as a one-time settlement allowance.
- Work environment opportunities:
- Multicultural and academically stimulating
- World-renowned Researchers in state-of-the-art facilities
Note: Total living expenses in Singapore will be between S$ 1,400 and 2,000.
Who is Qualified for SINGA?
Applicants who meet the following requirements can apply for the 2025 Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA):
- All foreign graduates with a research drive and outstanding academic results
- English proficiency (both spoken and written)
- Good academic references’ report.
- Other criteria (the organizer may include “if required”)
Application Required Documents
All candidates should prepare the following required documents in advance for their application package:
- Valid passport
- Passport-sized photo (.jpeg,.png format).
- Academic transcripts and reports are in English.
- If the certification has not yet been given, submit transcripts of bachelor’s and master’s degrees, as well as diplomas or certificates.
- Two recommendation letters from referees to be submitted electronically.
- Applicants for NUS supervisor or project positions must include their GRE results on their SINGA application form.
Notes:
- For all other applicants, the institution may require that they provide appropriate GRE scores as part of the university admission criteria.
- The submission of IELTS, TOEFL, SAT I & II, or GATE results is optional, and the university may ask the candidate for admission later.
How to Apply for the Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA)?
Apply and submit all required documents online, considering the following important instructions:
- Make sure you enter the correct details in the registration form.
- Make sure to select the relevant Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) scholarship in the online application area.
- Do not send hard copies of your documents to the SINGA Office.
- Apply as soon as possible so that your recommenders can submit their recommendations before the deadline.
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Note: Only shortlisted candidates will receive their result notification within 12 weeks after the application deadline.
Visit the Agency for Science, Technology and Research’s website to learn more about the Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA).