The NUS Industry-Relevant PhD Scholarship (NUS-IRP) 2027 is a fully funded PhD scholarship offered by the National University of Singapore (NUS) Graduate School. The scholarship supports outstanding students who want to pursue a full-time PhD while conducting research that addresses real-world industry challenges. The scholarship provides full tuition fee coverage for up to four years, a monthly stipend of up to SGD 3,800, and an additional SGD 500 per month after the successful completion of the PhD Qualifying Examination.

About the NUS Industry-Relevant PhD Scholarship

The NUS Industry-Relevant PhD Scholarship (NUS-IRP) prepares doctoral students for research careers that bridge academia and industry. The programme enables scholars to work with world-class NUS faculty members while researching projects that address practical industrial needs and emerging technologies. Scholars complete independent research, coursework, and examinations before submitting a doctoral thesis.

Students may pursue eligible PhD programmes across NUS while collaborating with industry partners through research projects that promote innovation, technology transfer, and practical solutions. The scholarship supports research in diverse disciplines, including science, engineering, computing, and other research areas offered by participating NUS faculties.

Why Choose The NUS Industry-Relevant PhD Scholarship?

The scholarship combines comprehensive financial support with industry-focused doctoral research.

You benefit from:

  • Full tuition fee subsidy for four years
  • Monthly stipend of up to SGD 3,800
  • Additional SGD 500 monthly stipend after passing the PhD Qualifying Examination
  • Collaboration with industry and leading researchers
  • Access to world-class research facilities
  • Opportunities to work on industry-relevant research projects
  • Strong preparation for careers in academia, research institutes, and industry

Graduates pursue careers in:

  • Research and Development
  • Industry Innovation
  • Technology Companies
  • Engineering
  • Computing
  • Scientific Research
  • Higher Education
  • Government Research Institutes

NUS Industry-Relevant PhD Scholarship Summary

  • Host Country: Singapore
  • Host University: National University of Singapore (NUS)
  • Scholarship Name: NUS Industry-Relevant PhD Scholarship (NUS-IRP)
  • Scholarship Provider: NUS Graduate School
  • Study Level: PhD
  • Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
  • Study Mode: Full-Time
  • Scholarship Duration: Up to 4 years
  • Eligible Applicants: Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents, and International Students
  • Monthly Stipend:
    • SGD 3,800 – Singapore Citizens
    • SGD 3,400 – Singapore Permanent Residents
    • SGD 3,000 – International Students
  • Qualifying Examination Bonus: SGD 500 per month
  • Tuition Fees: Full tuition fee subsidy for four years
  • Application Mode: Online through GradApp
  • August (Semester 1) Intake: Application deadline – 15 November
  • January (Semester 2) Intake: Application deadline – 15 May
  • Selection Basis: Academic excellence, research potential, and suitability for industry-relevant research

Scholarship Benefits

Successful scholars receive:

  • Full tuition fee subsidy for 4 years
  • Monthly stipend based on citizenship status:
    • SGD 3,800 for Singapore Citizens
    • SGD 3,400 for Singapore Permanent Residents
    • SGD 3,000 for International Students
  • Additional SGD 500 per month after successfully passing the PhD Qualifying Examination
  • CPF contributions in addition to the stipend for Singapore Citizens

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

  • Apply for admission to a full-time PhD programme at NUS.
  • Hold a Bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Upper Honours or an equivalent qualification.
  • Demonstrate excellent academic performance and strong research potential.
  • Meet the admission requirements of the chosen PhD programme.

Additional requirements include:

  • GRE: Minimum 320/340 (Verbal + Quantitative) and 3.5/6 (Analytical Writing).
  • TOEFL iBT: Minimum 85, or
  • IELTS: Minimum 6.0.

GRE and TOEFL are required if the undergraduate degree was not taught in English.

Required Documents

Applicants generally need to submit:

  • Online PhD application through GradApp
  • Academic transcripts
  • Degree certificates
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of purpose or research interests
  • Research proposal, if required by the programme
  • Two referee reports
  • GRE score report (where applicable)
  • TOEFL or IELTS results (where applicable)
  • Additional documents required by the admitting faculty

Application Process & Timeline

  1. Apply online for admission to an eligible NUS PhD programme through GradApp.
  2. Select the NUS Industry-Relevant PhD Scholarship (NUS-IRP) in the scholarship section of the application.
  3. Upload all required supporting documents.
  4. Arrange for two referees to submit their reports online.
  5. Submit the completed application before the admission deadline.
  6. Attend interviews if the faculty or programme invites you.
  7. Receive the scholarship decision after the admission and scholarship review.