Overseas PhD Scholarship

Job no: 498884
Department: Office of the Provost
Contract type: Contract
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SIT's mission is centred on nurturing industry-ready graduates who possess deep technical expertise and transferable skills to address future challenges. We collaborate with industry in our education, providing them with a talented workforce and benefiting from our collaborative research endeavours.

Our University’s distinctive applied learning pedagogy integrates work and study, embedding authentic learning experiences within real-world settings. Through strategic partnerships forged by our academic staff with industry, learners bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application inside and outside of the classroom. These active and authentic learning opportunities ensure that graduates enter their careers with relevant skills and competence.

In research, SIT faculty aims to bridge the gap between knowledge creation and utilisation. Our faculty work closely with industry on translational research and innovation, focusing on addressing significant industry challenges to positively impact businesses.

The Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent (START) Scheme is co-funded by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and SIT to encourage and support exceptional Singaporeans who are interested in pursuing an academic career at SIT.

 

The Overseas PhD Scholarship aims to attract and encourage outstanding graduates and industry professionals to pursue an academic career at SIT by providing financial support for an overseas PhD, as well as academic guidance and mentorship.

The scholarship may be awarded to applicants who

  • have just completed their undergraduate studies; or 

  • have completed a Bachelor’s degree or a Master’s programme and/or have worked for some years; or 

  • are currently enrolled in a PhD programme overseas

Upon successful completion of the PhD programme, the scholar will be considered to join SIT’s faculty as an Assistant Professor.

 

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

  • Singapore citizen  
  • Second upper-class honours degree, or equivalent, relevant to the supported fields of study listed below  
  • Three years of working experience in the industry preferred (For Health Sciences, at least five years of relevant experience preferred)
  • Strong passion for teaching and research

 

Value of Scholarship

The scholarship provides 

  • Full tuition and compulsory fees 
  • Monthly stipend 
  • Overseas maintenance allowance 
  • Return economy airfares 
  • Conference and fieldwork grants 
  • Overseas medical insurance

Scholars will also each be assigned a faculty mentor throughout their course of study and have opportunities to participate in faculty development programmes. 

The scholarship is tenable for a period of five years.

 

Service Commitment

5 years in SIT after completion of PhD studies. Mid-term awardees will have a service commitment of 1 year for every year of sponsorship.

 

Application Process

  • Interested applicants may apply throughout the year. Applications received before 15 January 2026 will be considered for the 2026 intake. 
  • All applications for the 2026 intake will be reviewed after the closing date.  
  • A preliminary selection will be conducted in February 2026, and shortlisted candidates will go through a series of assessments conducted by SIT.  
  • Final Interview by Panel for shortlisted applicants will take place from March to April 2026. 
  • Awards for the 2026 intake will be finalised by July 2026.

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