Syed Isa Semait Scholarship

Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (Muis)

Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (Muis), also known as the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore, was established as a statutory body in 1968 when the Administration of Muslim Law Act (AMLA) came into effect. Under AMLA, Muis is to advise the President of Singapore on all matters relating to Islam in Singapore.

The role of Muis is to see that the many and varied interests of Singapore's Muslim community are looked after.

Among the principal functions of Muis are:
Administration of Zakat, Wakaf (endowment), pilgrimage affairs, Halal certification and other activities related to the socio-religious life of Muslims in Singapore
Construction, development, administration and management of mosques
Development and administration of Islamic Education and Madrasah
Issuance of religious guidance to the community

Syed Isa Semait Scholarship (SISS)

an 'A' Level / IB / NUS High Student

Singapore Citizen, Singapore PR

Not Available

Tenable Universities / Institutions

Renowned Overseas Universities

Term

Full Term

Locations

Overseas

Description

The Syed Isa Semait Scholarship (SISS) aims to nurture aspiring Madrasah graduates who are looking for a meaningful career in leading and shaping the future of the Singapore Muslim community. It offers full scholarships for undergraduate Islamic Studies at international universities, exciting development programmes, and prepare the awardees for key leadership positions within the religious sector.

Course of Study

Bond Period

Please enquire

Value of Awards

Mandatory Tuition Fees
Return Airfare
Monthly Allowances
Books and Laptop Allowances
Student/ Travel Insurance
Development Programmes Expenses
Job Postings Upon Graduation
Structured Local & Overseas Development Programmes
Opportunities for Postgraduate Scholarships Upon Graduation

Requirement/Conditions

Full-time madrasah graduates of Singapore.
The eligibility is within 5 years of their graduation from their madrasahs.
Singaporeans or Permanent Residents who have resided in Singapore for at least 5 years before the date of application.
Consistent and outstanding track record of academic performance during studies at full-time madrasah and excellent O/A-Levels or IB Diploma results.
Applicants must also possess leadership potential, exemplary conduct, and character.