BrightSparks Scholarships and Courses 2026
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Scholarships and Courses 2026
A comprehensive guide to BrightSparks Scholarship and Course Providers
Singapore Airlines Limited Read Feature
SIA Open Overseas Scholarship
| Courses / Disciplines: |
All courses are considered except Architecture, Biomedical, Biotechnology, Dentistry, Law, Medicine, and Pharmacy. |
| Universities / Institutions: |
Prestigious overseas universities (outside of Singapore) |
| Value & Benefits: |
•Tuition and other compulsory fees, one-off pre-studies allowance, annual maintenance allowance, annual trip to any SIA-operated destination at the beginning and end of course, reimbursement of university applications and entrance tests, internship attachments to SIA |
| Requirements: |
• Have strong academic records in Secondary School / Institute of Technical Education / Polytechnic / Junior College / International Baccalaureate School • Have strong leadership qualities as demonstrated in Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs) and National Service* (if applicable) • Be of Malay ethnicity / Muslim (for SIA-Mendaki Undergraduate Scholarship) • Belong to an Indian sub-ethnic group (for SIA-SINDA Undergraduate Scholarship) (*Applicant currently serving their National Service may also apply) |
| Bond Duration: |
Successful applicants arerequired to sign a bond to serve SIA for 6 years |
SIA - MENDAKI Undergraduate Scholarship
| Courses / Disciplines: |
All courses are considered except Architecture, Biomedical, Biotechnology, Dentistry, Law, Medicine, and Pharmacy. |
| Universities / Institutions: |
Top Universities Overseas |
| Value & Benefits: |
• Reimbursement of university application and entrance test fees for up to three approved universities • One-off pre-studies allowance • Tuition and other compulsory fees • Annual maintenance allowance • One Economy Class ticket on SIA services from Singapore to the country of study at the beginning of course and from the country of study to Singapore at the end of course • One Economy Class return ticket on SIA services, subject to availability of seats at check-in i.e. subload travel, from the country of study to Singapore, per academic year, for vacation attachment, leisure or other purpose approved by SIA • Internship attachments to SIA |
| Requirements: |
• Applicant must be a Malay / Muslim Singapore Citizen or Malay / Muslim Singapore Permanent Resident • Strong academic records in Secondary School / Institute of Technical Education / Polytechnic / Junior College / International Baccalaureate School • Strong leadership qualities as demonstrated in Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs) and National Service* (if applicable) (*Applicant currently serving their National Service may also apply) |
| Bond Duration: |
Successful applicants are required to sign a bond to serve SIA for 6 years |
SIA - SINDA Undergraduate Scholarship
| Courses / Disciplines: |
All courses are considered except Architecture, Biomedical, Biotechnology, Dentistry, Law, Medicine, and Pharmacy. |
| Universities / Institutions: |
Top Universities Overseas |
| Value & Benefits: |
• Reimbursement of university application and entrance test fees for up to three approved universities • One-off pre-studies allowance • Tuition and other compulsory fees • Annual maintenance allowance • One Economy Class ticket on SIA services from Singapore to the country of study at the beginning of course and from the country of study to Singapore at the end of course • One Economy Class return ticket on SIA services, subject to availability of seats at check-in i.e. subload travel, from the country of study to Singapore, per academic year, for vacation attachment, leisure or other purpose approved by SIA • Internship attachments to SIA |
| Requirements: |
• Applicant must be a Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident belonging to an Indian sub-ethnic group • Strong academic records in Secondary School / Institute of Technical Education / Polytechnic / Junior College / International Baccalaureate School • Strong leadership qualities as demonstrated in Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs) and National Service* (if applicable) (*Applicant currently serving their National Service may also apply) |
| Bond Duration: |
Successful applicants are required to sign a bond to serve SIA for 6 years |
SIA Mid-Term Local Scholarship
| Courses / Disciplines: |
All courses are considered except Architecture, Biotechnology, Dentistry, Law, Medicine and Pharmacy |
| Universities / Institutions: |
Undergraduates currently studying in local autonomous universities (e.g. NUS, NTU) |
| Value & Benefits: |
• More than 2 academic years remaining: SGD 50,000 • 1 to 2 academic years remaining: SGD 30,000 • Overseas Exchange Allowance • Internship attachments to SIA |
| Requirements: |
• All nationalities may apply • Completed at least 1 academic semester, and not in their final year of study • Strong academic records in University / Secondary School / Institute of Technical Education / Polytechnic / Junior College / International Baccalaureate School (where applicable) • Strong leadership qualities as demonstrated in Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs) |
| Bond Duration: |
• 1 to 2 academic years remaining: 2-year bond • More than 2 academic years remaining: 3-year bond |
Singapore Sustainability Scholarship Read Feature
Singapore Sustainability Scholarship
| Courses / Disciplines: |
National Environment Agency • Engineering: Civil/Mechanical/Chemical/Environmental/Electrical • Sciences: Chemistry/Physics/Biology/Environmental Sciences/Geophysics/Meteorology/Climate Science/Mathematics • Other related disciplines PUB, Singapore's National Water Agency • Engineering: Civil/Computer/Mechanical/Environmental/Electrical • Sciences: Chemistry/Biology • Other Disciplines: Computer & Data Science Singapore Food Agency • Agricultural Sciences • Aquacultural Sciences • Biological Sciences / Life Sciences • Chemistry • Food Science / Food Technology • Microbiology • Veterinary Science • Other related disciplines |
| Universities / Institutions: |
National Environment Agency • NUS, NTU, SMU, SIT, SUTD • Polytechnics / Institutions • Renowned Overseas University PUB, Singapore's National Water Agency • NUS, NTU, SUTD, SIT • Renowned Overseas University Singapore Food Agency • NUS, NTU, SMU, SUTD, SIT, SUSS • Overseas University |
| Value & Benefits: |
National Environment Agency (NEA), PUB, Singapore's National Water Agency, and Singapore Food Agency (SFA) • Tuition & compulsory university fees • Maintenance allowance • Return airfare (where applicable) • Attachment During Vacation • Sponsorship for approved exchange/ enrichment programmes and possibility of pursuing postgraduate programmes |
| Requirements: |
National Environment Agency (NEA), PUB, Singapore's National Water Agency, and Singapore Food Agency (SFA) • Singapore Citizen • Singapore PR (Required to take up Singapore citizenship upon accepting scholarship) • Good ‘A' Level / IB / NUS High or Polytechnic Diploma • Good CCA • Proven Leadership • Undergrads May Apply |
| Bond Duration: |
National Environment Agency (NEA), PUB, Singapore's National Water Agency, and Singapore Food Agency (SFA)
• Bond for Local Studies: 4 years • Bond for Overseas Studies: 6 years , NESC - 5 |
Singapore-Industry Scholarship (SgIS) Read Feature
Singapore-Industry Scholarship (SgIS)
| Courses / Disciplines: | Dependent on sponsoring organisations' requirements. Visit go.gov.sg/sgis for the list of sponsored courses of study. |
| Universities / Institutions: |
SgIS Full-Term • Nanyang Technological University (NTU) • National University of Singapore (NUS) • Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) • Singapore Management University (SMU) • Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) • Singapore University of Technology & Design (SUTD) • University of the Arts Singapore (UAS) SgIS Mid-Term Local • Nanyang Technological University (NTU) • National University of Singapore (NUS) • Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) • Singapore Management University (SMU) • Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) • Singapore University of Technology & Design (SUTD) • University of the Arts Singapore (UAS) SgIS Mid-Term Overseas • Reputable universities overseas. |
| Value & Benefits: |
SgIS Full-Term - Full tuition fees and other approved academic charges - Living allowance - Overseas exchange allowance SgIS Mid-Term Local One-time grant as partial coverage for university related expenses. - Applicants with 1 to 2 academic years remaining in university - SGD 30,000 - Applicants with more than 2 academic years remaining in university - SGD 50,000 - Overseas exchange allowance SgIS Mid-Term Overseas One-time grant as partial coverage for university-related expenses. - Applicants with 1 to 2 academic years remaining in university - SGD 40,000 - Applicants with more than 2 academic years remaining in university - SGD 60,000 - Overseas exchange allowance |
| Requirements: |
SgIS Full-Term • Singapore Citizens • Good GCE 'A' Level results, International Baccalaureate Diploma, NUS High School Diploma or Polytechnic Diploma • Good co-curricular activities record • Passion to contribute to strategic sectors in Singapore. • Seeking admission or have been accepted for admission in any discipline (excluding Healthcare-related disciplines) from the following institutions: - Nanyang Technological University (NTU) - National University of Singapore (NUS) - Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) - Singapore Management University (SMU) - Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) - Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) - University of the Arts Singapore (UAS) SgIS Mid-Term Local • Singapore Citizens • Have completed at least 1 academic semester in a local university (as per SgIS Full-Term) and are not in their final year of study • Good undergraduate results in any discipline (excluding Healthcare-related disciplines) • Good co-curricular activities record • Passion to contribute to strategic sectors in Singapore SgIS Mid-Term Overseas • Singapore Citizens • Have completed at least 1 academic semester in an overseas university and are not in their final year of study • Good undergraduate results in any discipline (excluding Healthcare-related disciplines) • Good co-curricular activities record • Passion to contribute to strategic sectors in Singapore |
| Bond Duration: |
SgIS Full-Term • 3 years with Sponsoring Organisation (for SIT and UAS graduates) • 4 years with Sponsoring Organisation (for NTU, NUS, SMU, SUSS and SUTD graduates) SgIS Mid-Term Local / Overseas • Applicants with more than 2 academic years remaining in university - 3 years with Sponsoring Organisation • Applicants with 1 to 2 academic years remaining in university - 2 years with Sponsoring Organisation |
Singapore Institute of Technology Read Education Feature
SIT Scholarship
| Courses / Disciplines: |
All Undergraduate Degree Programme @ SIT |
| Value & Benefits |
• Subsidised tuition fees, based on the prevailing cost of the degree programmes for Singapore Citizens • Annual Miscellaneous Fees • Access to the SIT Scholar Engagement Programme which is designed to help one reach their fullest potential through a series of specially curated activities • No Bond Commitment |
| Requirements: |
• Applicants of all nationalities may apply • Outstanding academic results • Good CCA Record • Strong leadership potential • Entering the 1st year of an undergraduate degree programme at SIT |
| Bond Duration: |
Bond-free
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Singapore Land AuthorityRead Feature
SLA Undergraduate Scholarship
| Courses / Disciplines: | All courses of study except Medicine and Dentistry |
| Universities / Institutions: |
Reputable universities(local and overseas) |
| Value & Benefits: |
• Tuition & compulsory university fees • Maintenance allowance • Overseas Student Exchange programme • Return airfare (where applicable) While studying, you will have • A mentor assigned to you • Internship opportunities with SLA • Opportunities to participate in SLA activities, such as D&D • Email updates on SLA happenings and events While in service, you will have • Support from a mentor and buddy • A comprehensive learning and development programme • Opportunities for job rotations, attachments and secondment to other agencies |
| Requirements: |
• Singapore citizen or Permanent Residents intending to take up Singapore Citizenship • Active participation in Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) • Strong leadership qualities • Interest to pursue a career in the public sector • Outstanding academic results Scholarship Type • Full-Term Local & Overseas Scholarship • Mid-Term Local & Overseas Scholarship |
| Bond Duration: |
• 4 years (local study) • 6 years (overseas study) |
Singapore Geospatial Scholarship
| Courses / Disciplines: |
• Geography • Geographic Information Science • Geoinformatics and Remote Sensing • Geospatial • Environmental Science/Studies • Information Technology • Computer Science • Geomatics Engineering • Engineering that offers a concentration of, or major/minor in geospatial-related field of study |
| Universities / Institutions: |
Reputable universities (local and overseas) |
| Value & Benefits: |
• Tuition & compulsory university fees • Maintenance allowance • Sponsorship for geospatial industry courses & seminars • Overseas Student Exchange programme • Return airfare (where applicable) While studying, you will have • A mentor assigned to you • Internship opportunities with SLA • Opportunities to participate in SLA activities, such as D&D • Email updates on SLA happenings and events While in service, you will • Build a specialist career in a growing and thriving industry • Be plugged into the latest geospatial technological arena • Attend the latest geospatial seminars and programmes • Be evangelists to promote the growth and development of the geospatial and geospatial-related technologies in the public sector and geospatial industry • Have opportunities to learn from the expertise in 9 public agencies |
| Requirements: |
• Singapore citizen or Permanent Residents intending to take up Singapore Citizenship • Active participation in Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) • Strong leadership qualities • Interest to pursue a geospatial career in the public sector • Outstanding academic results Scholarship Type • Full-Term Local & Overseas Scholarship • Mid-Term Local & Overseas Scholarship |
| Bond Duration: |
• 4 years (local study) • 6 years (overseas study) • Service Commitment: You will work in 2 of the participating public agencies while serving your bond |
Singapore Geomatics Scholarship
| Courses / Disciplines: |
• Geography • Geographic Information Science • Geoinformatics and Remote Sensing • Geospatial • Environmental Science/Studies • Information Technology • Computer Science • Geomatics Engineering • Engineering that offers a concentration of, or major/minor in geospatial-related field of study |
| Universities / Institutions: |
Reputable universities (Overseas) |
| Value & Benefits: |
• Tuition & compulsory university fees • Maintenance allowance • Return airfare (where applicable) • Summer/ Winter school exchange programme • Sponsorship for geomatics industry courses & seminars While studying, you will have • A mentor assigned to you • Internship opportunities with SLA • Opportunities to participate in SLA activities, such as D&D • Email updates on SLA happenings and events While in service, you will • Build a specialist career as a geomatics engineer or registered surveyor • Gain exposure through local and overseas seminars and programmes in land administration, 3D-mapping and geomatics-related technologies • Promote the growth and development of the geomatics and 3D-related technologies • Have opportunities to learn from the expertise in 4 public agencies |
| Requirements: |
• Singapore citizen or Permanent Residents intending to take up Singapore Citizenship • Active participation in Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) • Strong leadership qualities • Interest to pursue a geomatics career in the public sector • Outstanding academic results Scholarship Type • Full-Term Overseas Scholarship • Mid-Term Overseas Scholarship |
| Bond Duration: |
6 years (overseas study) Service Commitment You will work in 2 of the participating public agencies while serving your bond |
Singapore Tourism Board Read Feature
STB Scholarship
| Courses / Disciplines: |
All undergraduate courses except Medicine, Dentistry, Law, and Architecture |
| Universities / Institutions: |
Recognised and reputable top local and overseas universities |
| Value & Benefits: |
• All tuition and compulsory fees • One-time pre-studies allowance • Maintenance allowances • Language study fees (where applicable) • Sponsorship for overseas exchange or summer programmes, subject to the Board's criteria and approval • Scholars are required to serve a minimal 10-weeks internship in STB HQ during the course of study • Scholars may also pursue a postgraduate programme (up to a year) subject to the Board's criteria and approval after completion of their undergraduate studies, without an extension of the bond period |
| Requirements: |
• Excellent academic ('A' levels, IB, polytechnic diploma or
equivalent) results and achievement in CCA • Possess strong leadership abilities • A burning passion for the tourism industry and a strong desire to contribute to the growth of Singapore's tourism sector. • Other important criteria (specific to STB) we consider include our values which are: Integrity, Team, Courage, Care, and Passion |
| Bond Duration: |
• English speaking countries: 6 years • Non-English speaking countries: 5 years • Local: 4 years |
Smart Nation Scholarship Read Feature
Smart Nation Scholarship
| Courses / Disciplines: |
Example of courses but list is not meant to be exhaustive: • Business Analytics / Data Analytics / Data Science • Computer Science • Computer Engg • Electrical & Electronic Engg • Information Technology • Information Systems and/or Design • Information Engg • Information & Comms • Engg in Product Development • Systems Engg • Maths / Statistics ^ If currently not in a ICT related course but interested to take up a double degree in ICT, you will also be considered |
| Universities / Institutions: |
Renowned overseas or local universities |
| Value & Benefits: |
Overseas / Local Award includes: • Tuition and other compulsory fees such as application and examination fees • Mid-term scholars^ (overseas or local) may opt to backdate the scholarship • Living allowance for day-to-day expenses such as bills and living costs • One-time allowance for IT equipment, warm clothing, return shipping and settling-in • Upon graduation, direct admission to a talent programme with the chosen agency ^ Mid-term scholarship applicants must have at least one semester of university results at the point of application and have not embarked on final year of study |
| Requirements: |
• Singapore citizens (includes permanent residents who are taking up Singapore citizenship) • Good academic records (GCE “A” Level Certificate, Polytechnic Diploma or equivalent) • Exemplary co-curricular activities record • Passionate about having a career in technology • Pursue an ICT-related degree programme |
| Bond Duration: |
• Overseas Studies: 6 years • Local Studies: 4 years |
SP Group Read Feature
SP Group Mid-Term Scholarship
| Courses / Disciplines: | • Electrical Engineering • Mechanical Engineering |
| Universities / Institutions: |
Local universities |
| Value & Benefits: |
• Lump sum award covering tuition fees and allowances • Internship opportunities to gain valuable hands-on experience with SP Group during studies |
| Requirements: |
• Local university undergraduates who have completed at least one academic semester and have not embarked on the final year of study at the point of application • Good academic results • Excellent co-curricular activities records • Strong leadership qualities • Passion for a career in the energy industry • Singapore Citizens only |
| Bond Duration: | 2-3 years |
SP Group Full-Term Scholarship
| Courses / Disciplines: |
• Electrical Engineering • Mechanical Engineering |
| Universities / Institutions: |
Local universities |
| Value & Benefits: |
• Tuition fees and other approved academic charges • Living allowance • Hostel allowance • Overseas exchange allowance • Internship opportunities to gain valuable hands-on experience with SP Group during studies |
| Requirements: |
• Polytechnic diploma, GCE 'A' Level or its equivalent (e.g. International Baccalaureate) graduates who have yet to commence university studies • Good academic results • Excellent co-curricular activities records • Strong leadership qualities • Passion for a career in the energy industry • Singapore Citizens only |
| Bond Duration: |
3 - 4 years |
ST Engineering Read Feature
ST Engineering Scholarship
| Courses / Disciplines: |
• Engineering (EEE, Environmental, Mechanical, Naval Architecture and related studies) • Technology (Computer Science and related studies) |
| Universities / Institutions: |
Local universities. |
| Value & Benefits: |
• Internship at the business units for first-hand learning experience • Dedicated mentors who can offer advice and guidance on studies and career matters • Networking sessions with the senior management • Visits to the various companies under ST Engineering to gain better understanding of business operations • Tuition and other compulsory fees • Hostel allowance • Return economy airfaire (where applicable) • Maintenance allowance • Attachment opportunities in ST Engineering Group of Companies • Sponsorship of approved overseas exchange programme • Sponsorship of approved Master programme (within stipulated sponsorship period) |
| Requirements: |
• Singapore citizens • Excellent GCE ‘A' Level results or equivalent qualifications e.g. NUS High School Diploma, International Baccalaureate, or Polytechnic diploma • Outstanding CCA record with achievements demonstrating strong leadership qualities • Passion for Engineering and Technology |
| Bond Duration: |
4 years depending on the duration / value of the scholarship awarded
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Singapore Maritime Foundation Read Feature
MaritimeONE Scholarship
| Courses / Disciplines: |
Nanyang Technological University • Beng (Hons) in Civil Engineering • BEng (Hons) in Computer Engineering • BEng (Hons) in Computer Science • BSc (Hons) in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence • BEng (Hons) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering • BSc (Hons) in Maritime Studies with Data Analytics Major • BSc (Hons) in Maritime Studies • BSc (Hons) in Maritime Studies with Business Major • BSc (Hons) in Maritime Studies with Specialisation in International Trading Programme • BSc (Hons) in Mathematical Sciences (Business Analytics Track) • BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering • BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering with Specialisation in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering • BB (Hons) with Specialisation in Business Analytics National University of Singapore • BSc (Hons) Business Analytics • BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering with Specialisation in Offshore Engineering • BEng (Hons) in Computer Engineering • BComp (Hons) in Computer Science • BSc (Hons) Data Science and Analytics • BEng (Hons) in Electrical Engineering • BComp (Hons) in Industrial & Systems Engineering • BComp (Hons) in Information Systems • BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering • BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering with Specialisation in Offshore Oil and Gas Technology • BSc (Hons) in Statistics Singapore Management University • Accountancy with Finance with International Trading Track (ITT) • Any discipline with 2nd Major in Maritime Business Operations Track (MBOT) • Finance (First or Second Major) with International Trading Track (ITT) • Information Systems Singapore Institute of Technology with Newcastle University • BEng (Hons) in Electrical Power Engineering • BEng (Hons) in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering University of Plymouth (UK) • BSc (Hons) in International Supply Chain and Shipping Management • BSc (Hons) in Maritime Business and Logistics • BSc (Hons) in Maritime Business and Maritime Law • BSc (Hons) in Maritime Transportation & Logistics • BSc (Hons) in Navigation & Maritime Science Ngee Ann Polytechnic • Diploma in Electrical Engineering • Diploma in Offshore & Sustainable Engineering • Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Singapore Polytechnic • Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering • Diploma in Maritime Business • Diploma in Marine Engineering • Diploma in Mechanical Engineering • Diploma in Nautical Studies Institute of Technical Education • Higher Nitec in Electrical Engineering • Higher Nitec in Marine Offshore Technology • Higher Nitec in Marine Engineering • Higher Nitec in Mechanical Engineering • Higher Nitec in Offshore and Marine Engineering Design |
| Universities / Institutions: |
• Nanyang Technological University • National University of Singapore • Singapore Management University • Singapore Institute of Technology with Newcastle University • University of Plymouth, UK • Singapore University of Social Sciences Polytechnics/Institutions: • Ngee Ann Polytechnic • Singapore Polytechnic • Temasek Polytechnic • Republic Polytechnic • Nanyang Polytechnic • Institute of Technical Education |
| Value & Benefits: |
• Funding for school fees (Refer to individual listings for scholarship value) • Internship and career opportunities • Exclusive invites to industry events • Profiling in media campaigns • Networking and team bonding activities |
| Requirements: |
• Singapore Citizen or Singapore PR • Excellent academic results • Good leadership skills and character • Active CCA records demonstrating leadership qualities and community involvement • Demonstrate interest in maritime business and intention to pursue career in maritime industry • Any other requirements as indicated by the sponsors |
| Bond Duration: |
• 1 year sponsored to 1 year bond to Singapore Maritime Industry or Direct to Company
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