MOE-Autonomous University (AU) Scholarship (Mid-Term)

Ministry of Education

The Ministry of Education (MOE) is responsible for formulating and implementing policies on education structure, curriculum, pedagogy and assessment. It oversees the management and development of government-funded schools, Institute of Technical Education, polytechnics and universities.

If you are passionate about developing the next generation, we offer opportunities to work with a strong and dynamic team of educators and staff supporting Singapore’s education system. Teaching scholars can also look forward to programmes to prepare them for future leadership roles across different career tracks.

We will provide resources, training and an environment for you to develop to your fullest potential. We also look after your development and well-being holistically. Join us and work with passionate individuals to shape the future of Singapore.

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MOE-Autonomous University (AU) Scholarship (Mid-Term)

a Polytechnic Student, an 'A' Level / IB / NUS High Student

Singapore Citizen

March 15, 2025

Tenable Universities / Institutions

NTU, NUS, SIT, SMU, SUSS, SUTD, Renowned Overseas Universities

Term

Mid Term

Locations

Singapore, Overseas

Description

The Ministry of Education-Autonomous University (MOE-AU) Scholarship is part of the Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent scheme (START) that was established in 2015. The undergraduate scholarship supports young Singaporeans who demonstrate the interest and ability to pursue a career in academia in our local Autonomous Universities.

Applicants who are currently pursuing their undergraduate studies must not have embarked on their final year of undergraduate studies at the point of application.

MOE-AU Scholars will be supported in their undergraduate studies with development opportunities and academic mentorship from MOE and their paired AU to introduce them to and prepare them for a career in academia.

Upon graduation from undergraduate studies as an MOE-AU Scholar, the MOE-AU Scholar is expected to apply for, obtain and accept a PhD scholarship (under START) from the AU which the scholar is paired with. Upon graduation from postgraduate studies under START, the scholar would serve a bond of four to six years in the paired AU as an academic staff.

Course of Study

All Courses

Bond Period

4 years (local), 5 years (for non-English speaking countries), 6 years (for English-speaking countries)

Value of Awards

All tuition and compulsory fees
Acceptance fees paid to the institution of study
Maintenance and other allowances
Economy airfare (for scholars pursuing studies overseas), based on the paired AU’s travel guidelines, in the combination of a one-way ticket for commencement of undergraduate studies and a one-way ticket after graduation from undergraduate studies
Sponsorship for overseas field trips, immersion programmes, or summer school courses approved by MOE and the paired AU
Sponsorship for one overseas exchange programme (for scholars studying at a local institution)

Requirement/Conditions

Applicants who are currently pursuing their undergraduate studies (but not in the final year of study at the point of application) in either local or overseas universities are welcome to apply.
Have a strong interest in pursuing an academic career at one of our local AUs
Demonstrate high achievement and aptitude for the academic field or subject that they wish to specialise in
Have completed at least one academic semester of their undergraduate studies

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