Create Your Future
Embark your amazing journey in science and technology with our Junior College Scholarship.
Eligibility
- Singapore citizen
- First-year Junior College or equivalent Integrated Programme (IP) student in the science stream
- Good academic and CCA track records
- Passionate about science and technology
What You Will Get
- A scholarship award of $2,000. Allowance of $1,000 will be provided per year, tenable for two years.
- Plenty of opportunities to participate in activities and an internship with us.
- The award carries no bond.
The application period is open till 22 February 2024, Thursday.
For more information, pleases contact Ms Sharlotte Goh at 6819 5107 or email her at SGOHCAIE@dsta.gov.sg.
If you are a junior college student passionate about technology, consider an internship with us too! More details here.
CREATE YOUR FUTURE
DSTA Polytechnic Digital Scholarship
HEAD TO A FUTURE OF TRANSFORMATION
With the DSTA Polytechnic Digital Scholarship, you can look forward to exciting opportunities in emerging fields such as data analytics, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and Internet of Things. Hone your skills in a dynamic environment while pushing boundaries for Singapore’s defence needs.
ELIGIBILITY
- Singapore citizen
- Pursuing a full-time diploma in digital related fields such as information technology and infocomm security management in a local polytechnic
- Excellent academic and CCA track records
- Passionate about science and technology
WHAT YOU WILL GET
- Sponsorship of tuition fees and annual allowance, tenable for two to three years.
- Internship where you will get to gain valuable hands-on experience.
- Exclusive invitations to DSTA events.
- No bond obligations.
The application period is open till 31 July 2024, Wednesday.
For more information, please contact Ms Nerissa Low at 6819 5123 or email her at LMAYSIN@dsta.gov.sg.
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DSTA Polytechnic Engineering Scholarship
HEAD TO THE PEAK OF INNOVATION
With the DSTA Polytechnic Engineering Scholarship, you can look forward to pursuing your passion in engineering. Hone your skills in a dynamic environment where you can design, develop and integrate defence systems and capabilities. Look forward to innovating advanced solutions for Singapore’s defence.
ELIGIBILITY
- Singapore citizen
- Pursuing a full-time diploma in engineering related fields such as electrical & electronic engineering and engineering science in a local polytechnic
- Excellent academic and CCA track records
- Passionate about science and technology
WHAT YOU WILL GET
- Sponsorship of tuition fees and annual allowance, tenable for two to three years.
- Internship where you will get to gain valuable hands-on experience.
- Exclusive invitations to DSTA events.
- No bond obligations.
The application period is open till 31 July 2024, Wednesday.
For more information, please contact Ms Nerissa Low at 6819 5123 or email her at LMAYSIN@dsta.gov.sg.
STAY AHEAD WITH THE DSTA SCHOLARSHIP
With the DSTA Scholarship, enjoy many opportunities to grow and excel in a collaborative and dynamic environment where innovation thrives.
Push the boundaries of science and cutting-edge technology, and contribute towards strengthening Singapore’s defence capabilities.
Realise your full potential within the defence science and technology sector, in exciting domains from engineering, digital technology to cybersecurity!
Eligibility
- Singapore citizen
- GCE ‘A’ Level results or equivalent qualifications (e.g. International Baccalaureate, NUS High School Diploma) or Polytechnic Diploma
- Good academic and CCA track records
- Passionate about science and technology
What You Will Get
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.
Diverse Disciplines Of Study
- Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Computer Science / Computer Engineering
- Software Engineering
- Engineering
- Computing
- Electronics and Data Engineering
- Engineering Systems
- Information Engineering / Information Security
- Information Technology
- Systems Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Robotics
- Cybersecurity
- Industrial and Systems Engineering
- Information Systems & Communications Technology / Design
- Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering
- Engineering Science
- Information Engineering and Media
- Engineering Product Development
- Mathematics / Statistics
- Physics
- Cognitive Science
- Materials Science / Materials Engineering
- Geospatial Technology
- Behavioural Science
- Architecture
- Civil Engineering
- Naval Architecture
- Marine Engineering/ Ocean Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Biological Sciences
Create The Future With Us
Look forward to diverse career opportunities in these organisations:
Defence Science and Technology Agency
https://www.dsta.gov.sg
The Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) brings you to the forefront of cybersecurity, digital transformation and engineering. From working on software development and systems integration to unmanned technologies and artificial intelligence, you can have an impact on Singapore’s defence.
Achieve your fullest potential with opportunities to build your technical expertise and hone your competencies in diverse domains. You can also expect an immersive learning experience, where you will work with bright minds and collaborate with global industry experts.
DSTA is recognised as one of the top 10 employers in the Engineering & IT sector, where our engineers and IT professionals work alongside procurement specialists to deliver state-of-the-art capabilities for Singapore’s peace and security.
See possibilities through an internship, scholarship and career with us!
DSO National Laboratories
https://www.dso.org.sg
DSO National Laboratories (DSO) is Singapore’s largest defence research and development (R&D) organisation. Undertaking indigenous development of advanced defence and weapon systems, we provide the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) with the superior technological edge in the battlefield. While our primary focus is to support the SAF, DSO also extends its defence R&D capabilities to support homeland security.
Join us and be a part of more than 1,500 defence engineers and scientists transforming ideas into reality and pushing the boundaries of science and technology across the domains of air, land, sea, space and cyberspace. At DSO, you'll never stop growing; benefit from structured training programmes that enhances your soft skills and technical knowledge and gain global exposure with local and overseas scholarships and development programmes.
This is more than just a career. This is where you make a real impact and shape the future of defence.
Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies
https://www.csit.gov.sg
The Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies (CSIT) is a technical agency in the Ministry of Defence that harnesses cutting-edge digital technologies to meet Singapore’s security needs.
CSIT is a member of the Defence Technology Community, and delivers technical excellence in the areas of cybersecurity, software engineering, data analytics, and cloud infrastructure and services.
CSIT analyses data to discover potential threats, conducts deep technical investigations, develops new capabilities and provides threat intelligence to support missions such as cyber defence, counter-terrorism and counter hostile information operations.
Realise your potential with a career in CSIT, and explore diverse job opportunities with customised career pathways to contribute to protecting Singapore's security.
The application period is open till 31 December 2024, Tuesday.
For more information, please contact Ms Ashlyn Tan at 68195113 or email her at TJIAYI1@dsta.gov.sg.
Create Your Future
With the DSTA Merit Scholarship, university undergraduates can look forward to exciting opportunities to explore and innovate in the areas and engineering and digital technology.
Realise your full potential in a dynamic environment where innovation thrives, and develop leading-edge technological solutions for our nation.
Eligibility
- Singapore citizen
- Undergraduate pursuing a degree in engineering, computing, information, digital technologies, mathematics or science
- Good academic and CCA track records
- Passionate about science and technology
What You Will Get
- Sponsorship of local undergraduate studies and annual allowance.
- Sponsorship of overseas exchange programme.
- Enriching internship experiences.
- One year of bond with every year of sponsorship.
The application period is open till 31 December 2024, Tuesday.
For more information, please contact Ms Nerissa Low at 6819 5123 or email her at LMAYSIN@dsta.gov.sg.
LEAD THE FUTURE OF CYBERSECURITY
Keen on working with the latest digital technologies and safeguarding Singapore’s cyber space? You can begin that journey with the DSTA Merit Cyber Scholarship. Throughout your undergraduate studies, receive support and guidance to become the next generation of cybersecurity experts in defence.
Eligibility
- Singapore citizen
- Undergraduate pursuing a degree in engineering, computing, information, digital technologies, mathematics or science
- Good academic and CCA track records
- Passionate about science and technology
What You Will Get
- Sponsorship of local undergraduate studies and annual allowance.
- Sponsorship of overseas exchange programme.
- Enriching internship experiences.
- One year of bond with every year of sponsorship.
The application period is open till 31 December 2024, Tuesday.
For more information, please contact Ms Nerissa Low at 6819 5123 or email her at LMAYSIN@dsta.gov.sg.
WHY BE A DSTA SCHOLAR
Full Support During Studies
Enjoy the full support from the DSTA Scholarship Office, no matter where you are. Gain first-hand experience during your internship with us and develop innovative engineering, digital and cybersecurity solutions under the guidance of mentors. Look forward to the exclusive Global Internship Programme in top multinational companies for another enriching experience.
Career Opportunities to Grow and Excel
Build both technical breadth and depth with multidisciplinary work in engineering, digital technology and cybersecurity. Realise your professional aspirations and choose from diverse career tracks within various agencies in the Defence Technology Community such as DSTA, DSO and CSIT! Our robust career roadmap will build up both your tech expertise and leadership skills.
Leadership Development
Be equipped with the necessary leadership skills at every step of your career to nurture the leader in you.
Career Development Plan
Realise your ambition and achieve your goals as you take charge of your career growth and development.
A Purposeful Career
Embark on a meaningful career where we work towards strengthening Singapore’s defence capabilities.
CREATE YOUR FUTURE
Pursue your passion in the world's finest universities. If you are a Junior College, Polytechnic or University student looking for an exciting career in infocomm technology and engineering, we want you!
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WHY BE A DSTA SCHOLAR
From experiential learning through internships to continuous professional growth with an exciting career, enjoy many opportunities to grow and excel in a collaborative and dynamic environment where innovation thrives
Learn MoreThe DSTA Scholarship perfectly matched my aspirations. It encompassed all the elements I sought, including overseas educational opportunities, financial support, and a promising career trajectory in a field I’m passionate about. Most importantly, it imbued me with a profound sense of purpose, knowing I would safeguard Singapore’s defence through my work.
Emil Yong Kai Wen
DSTA Scholar
Senior Engineer, Command, Control and Communications (C3)
Development Programme Centre
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