DSTA Scholarship

INNOVATE FOR THE FUTURE

Turn ideas into innovations and dreams into reality.

With the DSTA Scholarship, you can look forward to a fulfilling and meaningful career at the forefront of science and technology. You will be entrusted to create the future of our nation’s defence and security, and grow in a collaborative and dynamic environment where innovation thrives.

Upon graduation, there will be exciting opportunities to pursue a career in engineering, infocomm technology and cybersecurity where you can grow professionally and personally.

Join us to CREATE YOUR FUTURE.

ELIGIBILITY

Holding Singapore Citizenship
Have excellent GCE 'A' Level results or equivalent qualifications (e.g. International Baccalaureate, NUS High School Diploma) or Polytechnic Diploma
Have an outstanding co-curricular activities record
Have a passion for science and technology

WHAT A FUTURE INNOVATOR GETS

FOR DSTA SCHOLARS STUDYING IN SINGAPORE:

Tuition and compulsory fees
Annual and other allowances e.g. books, computer
Sponsorship for Overseas Student Exchange programme
Sponsorship for studies, inclusive of Master’s if applicable
Internship opportunity
Global Internship Programme
Four years of service commitment

FOR DSTA SCHOLARS STUDYING IN OVERSEAS UNIVERSITIES:

Tuition and compulsory fees
Overseas maintenance and other allowances e.g. books, computer
Return economy airfare
Sponsorship for Student Exchange programme
Sponsorship for studies, inclusive of Master’s if applicable
Internship opportunity
Global Internship Programme
Six years of service commitment (English speaking countries)
Five years of service commitment (Non-English speaking countries)

*Full sponsorship from point of award, and back payment of university tuition fees for scholarship holders awarded during undergraduate studies.

Pursue your passion in engineering and science at top universities around the world. Broaden your horizons with an enriching study experience.

DIVERSE DISCIPLINES OF STUDY

Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Engineering
Business / Data Analytics
Computer Science / Engineering
Computing
Information Technology
Cybersecurity
Robotics
Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering
Architecture
Artificial Intelligence
Behavioural Science
Civil Engineering
Cognitive Science
Engineering in Product Development
Engineering Science
Geospatial Technology
Industrial and Systems Engineering
Information Engineering
Information Security
Information Systems & Communications Technology / Design
Marine Engineering
Mathematics / Statistics
Mechanical Engineering
Naval Architecture
Physics
Systems Engineering

As you pursue your studies, there will be a comprehensive suite of programmes to support you in your journey.

ORIENTATION PROGRAMME

Get to know the organisations and fellow scholars who will help you discover the ins and outs of university life. Make new friends and enjoy the engaging activities designed to prepare you for university life.

INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

Gain invaluable first-hand experience working on exciting projects and learning from Singapore's leading engineers and scientists.

GLOBAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

Internships beyond Singapore's shores will see you work alongside engineers in top multinational companies.

SUPPORT NETWORK

Our Scholarship Officers are just a call away to provide assistance and guidance in your academic or personal matters. You will also have senior scholar buddies to provide advice and tips for your university life.

Upon graduation, you will achieve a greater purpose through a rewarding career at the Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA), DSO National Laboratories (DSO) and Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies (CSIT), where what you do every day goes towards strengthening Singapore’s defence capabilities. You can look forward to diverse career opportunities in these organisations.

Application period: 01 May 2019 to 15 Apr 2020

Deadline: 15 April 2020, Wed

For more information, please contact Ms Soh Ru Hui at 6819 3943 or email her at [email protected].