Application Deadline: 15 March 2025
LOCATION: Singapore
The SUSS PhD Scholarship aims to support applicants who have demonstrated academic excellence and whose proposed research aligns with the research focus of the Singapore University of Social Sciences and expertise of their faculty.
ELIGIBILITY:
You must be an applicant seeking admission to one of the three PhD programmes offered by SUSS, and have at least a 2nd Upper Class Honours Degree from a reputable university or equivalent qualifications. The three PhD programmes are:
the Doctor of Philosophy programme offered by the Office of Graduate Studies;
the Doctor of Philosophy programme (Gerontology) offered by S R Nathan School of Human Development; and
the Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) programme offered by the School of Science and Technology.
You must study full-time in the PhD programme.
You should not participate in any occupation or business during the programme, unless the prior written approval of SUSS has been obtained.
You must not be receiving another sponsorship/scholarship from any other organisations.
The scholarship is awarded for the minimum period required to complete the PhD programme, up to maximum four (4) years.
Please read through the Terms and Conditions for the scholarship before applying.
Scholar is to provide 400 hours of teaching assistance and/or research assistance under the Graduate Assistantship Programme. Scholar will not be paid any remuneration for the hours clocked under the Graduate Assistantship Programme.
Shortlisted applicants will be notified to attend an interview by end May for July semester and end November for January semester.
BENEFIT:
The scholarship covers the tuition fees, miscellaneous fees and a monthly stipend as follows:
| Before Qualifying Examination | After Qualifying Examination | |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore Citizen | S$2,800 | S$3,300 |
| Permanent Resident | S$2,400 | S$2,900 |
| International Student | S$2,200 | S$2,700 |
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