The Margaret Wang Master’s Scholarship in Literature 2027 is a partially funded Master’s scholarship offered by the National University of Singapore (NUS) through the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS). The scholarship supports outstanding students pursuing a full-time Master of Arts (Research) in Literature. It provides SGD 13,000 per year for up to two years, together with a research grant of SGD 3,000 per candidature to support academic research.

About the Margaret Wang Master’s Scholarship

The Margaret Wang Master’s Scholarship in Literature was established to encourage academically outstanding students to undertake graduate research in Literature at the National University of Singapore. The scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate excellent academic ability and strong research potential in literary studies.

Recipients pursue a full-time Master of Arts (Research) degree under the supervision of faculty members in the Department of English, Linguistics and Theatre Studies. Students conduct original research in literature while developing advanced analytical, critical, and academic writing skills. The scholarship also provides funding to support research-related activities throughout the candidature.

Why Choose The Margaret Wang Master’s Scholarship?

This scholarship allows talented literature students to undertake postgraduate research with financial support at one of Asia’s leading universities.

You benefit from:

  • SGD 13,000 annual scholarship
  • Research grant of SGD 3,000
  • Financial support for up to two years
  • Research supervision by experienced faculty
  • Access to an extensive library and research resources
  • Opportunities to develop advanced literary research skills
  • Preparation for doctoral study or academic careers

Graduates pursue careers in:

  • Higher Education
  • Literary Research
  • Publishing
  • Editing
  • Cultural Institutions
  • Journalism
  • Communications
  • Public Service

Margaret Wang Master’s Scholarship Summary

  • Host Country: Singapore
  • Host University: National University of Singapore (NUS)
  • Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS)
  • Scholarship Name: Margaret Wang Master’s Scholarship in Literature
  • Study Level: Master’s (Research)
  • Programme: Master of Arts (Research) in Literature
  • Scholarship Type: Partially Funded
  • Study Mode: Full-Time
  • Scholarship Duration: Up to 2 years
  • Scholarship Value: SGD 13,000 per year
  • Research Grant: SGD 3,000 per candidature
  • Number of Scholarships: Up to 1 scholarship annually
  • Eligible Applicants: Outstanding applicants admitted to the MA (Research) in Literature
  • Application Mode: Online through the NUS graduate admission application
  • Application Deadline: May 15, 2027
  • Selection Basis: Academic excellence and research potential

Scholarship Benefits

Successful scholars receive:

  • SGD 13,000 per year
  • Funding for a maximum of two years
  • SGD 3,000 research grant for approved academic and research activities
  • Access to NUS research facilities and academic resources

The annual scholarship amount normally covers tuition fees first. Any remaining balance is credited to the recipient’s bank account during the second semester of each academic year.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

  • Apply for admission to the full-time Master of Arts (Research) in Literature at NUS.
  • Demonstrate outstanding academic achievement.
  • Show strong research potential in the literature.
  • Meet all NUS graduate admission requirements.
  • Maintain satisfactory academic progress throughout the programme to retain the scholarship.

Required Documents

Applicants generally need to submit:

  • Online graduate admission application
  • Academic transcripts
  • Degree certificates
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research proposal or statement of research interests (where required)
  • Statement of purpose
  • Referee reports
  • English language proficiency results (if applicable)
  • Any additional documents required by the Department of English, Linguistics and Theatre Studies or FASS

Application Process & Timeline

  1. Apply online for admission to the Master of Arts (Research) in Literature at NUS.
  2. Indicate your interest in being considered for the Margaret Wang Master’s Scholarship in Literature if required by the application process.
  3. Submit all supporting documents before the programme deadline.
  4. Eligible applicants are considered during the admission and scholarship selection process.
  5. Successful candidates receive the scholarship offer together with or after their admission decision.