Purpose

The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) is a fully funded PhD scholarship for international students to pursue doctoral research in Singapore’s top research institutions. It aims to attract the best talent worldwide to undertake research training in cutting edge laboratories across various fields.

Fields of Study

SINGA supports PHD studies in:

• Biomedical Sciences
• Computing and Information Sciences
• Engineering and Technology
• Physical Sciences

You will conduct your research at one of four top institutions:

1. Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
2. Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
3. National University of Singapore (NUS)
4. Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)

Scholarship Benefits

The SINGA scholarship is fully funded, covering:

• Full tuition fees for 4 years
• Monthly stipend:
  • S$2,200/month
  • Increased to $2,700/month after passing the qualifying exam
• One-time airfare grant: up to $1,500
• Settling-in allowance: $1,000 (upon arrival)
• Research support and access to world class labs and facilities

Program Format

• Duration: Up to 4 years
• Start Date: August 2026 (Fall intake)
• Students complete coursework, lab rotations, and thesis research under joint supervision of A*STAR scientists and university professors.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to all international applicants
• Strong academic results in Bachelor’s and or Master’s degree
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Good recommendation letters
• No requirement for GRE, IELTS, or TOEFL (unless requested by the university)

Application Deadline

• Deadline: December 1, 2025
• Results: Offers typically sent between March–May 2026
• Start of program: August 2026

Required Documents

1. Valid passport
2. Recent passport-size photo (jpg/png)
3. All academic transcripts (Bachelor’s and/or Master’s)
4. Degree certificates
5. Two recommendation letters
6. A statement of purpose / research interest
7. Optional: GRE / IELTS / TOEFL scores (depending on university)

Selection Process

1. Online application and submission of documents
2. Shortlisting based on academic merit and research potential
3. Online interview with faculty/supervisors
4. Final offer and university placement via SINGA