At the heart of SIT’s mission is to nurture industry-ready graduates equipped with deep technical expertise and transferable skills to tackle tomorrow’s challenges. SIT collaborates with industry in our education, while benefitting them with our talent supply and collaborative research achievements.

The University’s unique applied learning pedagogy integrates work and study, embedding authentic learning experiences within real-world environments. Through strategic partnerships forged by our faculty with industry, learners bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application in and out of the classroom. Such active & authentic learning opportunities ensures graduates step into their careers with applicable skills and competence.

In research, SIT faculty aims to bridge knowledge creation and utilisation. Our faculty collaborates closely with industry on translational research and innovation with focus on addressing pertinent industry challenges to impact businesses.

The Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent (START) Scheme is co-funded by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and SIT to encourage and support outstanding young Singaporeans interested in pursuing an academic career at SIT.

The Overseas PhD Scholarship aims to attract and encourage outstanding graduates and industry professionals to pursue an academic career at SIT by providing financial support for an overseas PhD, as well as academic guidance and mentorship.

The scholarship may be awarded to applicants who

• have just completed their undergraduate studies; or
• have completed a Bachelor’s degree or a Master’s programme and/or have worked for some years; or
• are currently enrolled in a PhD programme overseas

Upon successful completion of the PhD programme, the scholar will be considered to join SIT’s faculty as an Assistant Professor.

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

• Singapore citizen
• Second upper-class honours degree, or equivalent, relevant to the supported fields of study listed below
• Three years of working experience in the industry preferred (For Health Sciences, at least five years of relevant experience preferred)
• Strong passion for teaching and research

Value of Scholarship

The scholarship provides:

• Full tuition and compulsory fees
• Monthly stipend
• Overseas maintenance allowance
• Return economy airfares
• Conference and fieldwork grants
• Overseas medical insurance

Scholars will also each be assigned a faculty mentor throughout their course of study and have opportunities to participate in faculty development programmes.

The scholarship is tenable for a period of five years.

Service Commitment

5 years in SIT after completion of PhD studies. Mid-term awardees will have a service commitment of 1 year for every year of sponsorship.

Application Process

• Applications are open throughout the year. Applications received before 15 January 2026 will be considered for the 2026 intake.
• Interview by the respective clusters for shortlisted applicants will be conducted throughout the year.
• Final Interview by the Panel for shortlisted applicants for the 2026 intake will commence in Mid-March to End April 2026.
• Awards will be finalised by July 2026.