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òòò½ÍøInternational Pre-Graduate Award (SIPGA)

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The òòò½ÍøInternational Pre-Graduate Award (SIPGA) gives international students the unique opportunity to experience the vibrant scientific environment and work with world-renowned researchers at A*STAR’s Research Entities.

Students who are pursuing their bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computing and Information Science, Biomedical Science, Physical Science or Engineering and Technology can apply for attachments of two to six months in duration. 

If you are interested in pursuing your PhD studies at A*STAR and/or òòò½Íøuniversities, you may apply for the òòò½ÍøInternational Graduate Award (SINGA) programme.

Please find the list of RIs under the Biomedical Research Council HERE.
Please find the list of RIs under the Science and Engineering Research Council HERE.

SIPGA PROJECTS

SIPGA awardees will pursue their attachment at an A*STAR Research Institute. You may find out more about the capabilities of the A*STAR Research Entities.

Research areas available under SIPGA fall broadly into four categories – Biomedical Sciences (BMS), Physical Sciences (PS), Computing and Information Sciences (CIT), and Engineering and Technology (E&T).

As research is increasingly interdisciplinary, we encourage you to consider projects in all categories regardless of your prior research experience.

For attachments beginning in Sep – Dec 2025, please download the list of SIPGA projects.
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ELIGIBILITY

  • Open to international 3rd and 4th year undergraduate and master’s students from overseas universities in STEM courses
  • Obtained/on track to obtain at least a Second-Class (Upper) Honours or equivalent for bachelor’s degree
  • Students must remain matriculated in their home university during the attachment period
  • Proficient in written and spoken English
  • Strong interest in a research career

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on prevailing scholarship policies. 

COVERAGE


Awardees are provided with the following during their attachment in Singapore:
  • Monthly stipend of S$2,000
SIPGA awardees must complete an online SIPGA Attachment Report by the end of the attachment.

APPLICATION DEADLINES

There are three (3) application cycles throughout the year as follows:

Application PeriodApplication DeadlineAwardFor Attachment Start Dates in
Jan – Mar31 MarMaySep – Dec
May – Jul15 JulSepJan – Apr
Aug – Oct31 OctJanMay – Oct

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Step 1. View SIPGA Project List for Project Selection
Please download the list of SIPGA projects to identify the project(s) you wish to apply for.
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Step 2: Prepare Supporting Documents
Please prepare the following supporting documents for submission:

  • Copy of passport
  • Complete academic transcripts of your bachelor's and/or master's (if applicable) degree. Translated transcripts are necessary if the originals are not in English.
  • Updated Resume / Curriculum Vitae

Step 3: Submit Application
. You are welcome to apply for up to three (3) projects.

Step 4: Online Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by A*STAR researchers for an online interview. Please note that only applicants who are shortlisted will be notified.

Step 5: Await Award Outcome
Applicants who have been nominated by A*STAR researchers will be assessed on a competitive basis for award.  

CONTACT US

Please contact us at SIPGA_office@hq.a-star.edu.sg if you have further queries.

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