Introduction

The A*STAR Pre-Graduate Scholarship (PGS) provides a headstart for bright young undergraduates keen to pursue their PhD studies and embark on a research career. Awardees from National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) can look forward to research attachments at A*STAR's Research Institutes with state-of-the-art facilities and be part of A*STAR's community of diverse and renowned scientists and researchers.

Eligibility

• Top undergraduates from Biomedical, Physical Science, Engineering and Computing at NUS or NTU
• Open to Singaporeans, Singaporean Permanent Residents and ASEAN Nationals
• Candidates must be on track to attain at least a good 2nd Upper Class of Honours or equivalent
• Candidates must not concurrently hold any other scholarships or awards

Award details^*

Successful candidates will be provided with financial support for the duration of their undergraduate studies:

• Tuition fees subsidy
• Monthly sustenance allowance (depending on year of study)
• Research attachment opportunities at A*STAR Research Institutes
• One overseas exchange programme throughout the entire PGS programme. Funding include one economy return airfare and monthly sustenance allowance up to 6 months. Awardees will have to gain admission into the exchange programme through their respective universities based on their own merit.

Candidates must maintain good academic standing for the award to be renewed the following year

*All rates/allowances are subject to A*STAR adjustments from time to time

Continuing with PhD Studies

Upon completion of their undergraduate studies, candidates are required to embark on a PhD programme in Science and Engineering related disciplines within 6 months. Candidates can apply to A*STAR scholarships in their final year of studies at NUS or NTU.

Application Procedure

Applications are opened throughout the year. Interested applicants may apply through their universities:

National University of Singapore
NUS Graduate School for Integrative Sciences & Engineering (NGS)
Centre for Life Sciences (CeLS), #05-01
28 Medical Drive
Singapore 117456
 http://www.nus.edu.sg/ngs/PGAawards

Nanyang Technological University
Graduate Studies Office
Student Services Centre (formerly known as Admin Annexe), Level 3
42 Nanyang Avenue
Singapore 639815
 http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/graduate/scholarships/Pages/ASTARPre-GraduateAward.aspx

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

A*GA Scholarship Officer:
Jolin Chua