ISEAS PhD Scholarship 2025

ISEAS -Yusof Ishak Institute; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established regional research center is inviting applications for its PhD scholarship aimed at aspiring Singaporean scholars in various social sciences. This prestigious scholarship offers comprehensive support, including tuition fees, a monthly maintenance allowance, and research allowances. Successful candidates will engage in applied research focused on Southeast Asia, contributing to significant academic and policy discussions. This opportunity not only fosters academic excellence but also strengthens the ties between scholarship and real-world applications, making it an exciting prospect for dedicated individuals looking to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Tuition Fees Coverage

Monthly Maintenance Allowance

Conference Allowance

Medical Insurance

Return Air Passage

Preliminary Expenses

Qualifications

• Candidates must have consistently good academic records.
• Prepared to conduct applied and policy-related research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on socio-political and economic trends in Southeast Asia.
• Collaborate with academic institutions and contribute to policy discussions.

Skills

Research Skills

Analytical Skills

Academic Writing

Policy Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

Job description

What the role is:

Calling on aspiring Singaporean scholars in economics, history, political science, international relations, sociology, anthropology, and other relevant social sciences subjects – the ISEAS PhD Scholarship is now open for application.

What you will be working on:

ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute invites PhD scholarship applications for the following areas of study:

• Economics
• History
• Political Science
• International Relations
• Sociology
• Anthropology
• Other relevant social sciences subjects

Terms of Awards:

The scholarship is tenable at reputable universities overseas or in Singapore and includes:

• Tuition and other compulsory fees
• Monthly maintenance allowance
• Conference/Fieldwork allowance
• Medical insurance
• Return air passage (if applicable)
• Preliminary expenses

Successful candidates will serve a five-year bond with ISEAS following the completion of their studies.

What we are looking for:

Eligibility

Candidates should:

• (a) Be Singapore citizens
• (b) Have consistently good academic records
• (c) Be prepared to carry out applied and policy-related research on Southeast Asia
• Preference will be given to candidates who have already been accepted for admission into reputable universities.

Requirements

Interested applicants must submit:

• i) a cover letter
• ii) full CV
• iii) sample of academic writing
• iv) three letters of reference
• v) educational certificates and transcripts
• vi) a research proposal including a statement on why it is important to ISEAS
• vii) a passport-sized photograph

Note: All required application documents are to be uploaded in the 'Resume/Cover Letter' section. This is the only available upload section in the application process.

Submission: Please send online applications through the Careers@Gov website and upload all stipulated documents before the closing date. The three referees should email their letters of reference to [e-mail] separately.

Closing Date: 30 June 2025

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About ISEAS - Yusof Ishak Institute

The ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute is a regional research centre dedicated to studying socio-political, security, and economic trends and developments in Southeast Asia and its wider geostrategic and economic environment.