SUSS Research Programmes: Scholarships & Government Subsidies Briefing

Explore your postgraduate research opportunities with the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS). Join us for an informative briefing on scholarships and government subsidies available for the following programmes:

• The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

  The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme aims to develop practice-oriented thought leaders for the industry or society. It caters to those who wish to conduct applied research work that addresses issues and challenges pertinent to society, industry or professional practice. While students may choose to specialise in a specific discipline, researches that adopt an interdisciplinary approach are encouraged in view of the complexity of many contemporary issues and challenges.

• Doctor of Philosophy (Gerontology)

  The Doctor of Philosophy (Gerontology) programme has a balance of content knowledge, research skills training, and intense supervision by experts who would hone the student’s deep skills and knowledge. Practice or applied research areas would be emphasised so that effective solutions may be distilled through scientific rigorous research. The issues related to ageing and ageing populations within the Asian context will be highlighted throughout the programme.

• Master of Applied Research in Social Sciences (MRESS)

  The Master of Applied Research in Social Sciences (MRESS) programme offers a master's degree by research and is primarily designed for social science graduates who are interested in upgrading their qualifications, knowledge and skills. The MRESS programme leverages on the research expertise of the faculty in the School of Humanities and Behavioural Sciences, and draws from and integrates across the various social science disciplines. This enables students to adopt a broader perspective to social issues. Students can opt to focus on applied issues in social sciences or in positive psychology and well-being, while learning to translate their research skills and knowledge into applicable outputs and projects with real impact.

   

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Government Subsidy for Graduate Programmes by Research

The three graduate by research programmes - Doctor of Philosophy programme, Doctor of Philosophy programme (Gerontology) and Master of Applied Research in Social Sciences programme from the July 2026 semester onwards are subsidised by MOE.

Students who are enrolled in the above programmes from the stipulated semester onwards and meet the criteria listed below will be eligible for the government subsidy. Eligible students do not need to apply for the subsidy.

Eligibility

Students who are Singapore Citizen (SC), Singapore Permanent Resident (SPR), or International Students (IS) in receipt of the SUSS research scholarship, and who have not previously received a government subsidy/sponsorship for a graduate programme offered by autonomous universities in Singapore (i.e. SUSS/NUS/NTU/SMU/SUTD/SIT) or from overseas universities, will be eligible for the subsidy.

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The SUSS Research Scholarship

The SUSS Research Scholarship aims to support applicants who have demonstrated academic excellence in social sciences.

Eligibility

You must be an applicant seeking admission to one of the three graduate by research programmes offered by SUSS, and have at least a 2nd Upper Class Honours Degree from a reputable university or equivalent qualifications. 

The three Postgraduate programmes are: 

• The Doctor of Philosophy programme offered by the Office of Graduate Studies;
• The Doctor of Philosophy (Gerontology) programme offered by S R Nathan School of Human Development; and
• The Master of Applied Research in Social Sciences programme offered by School of Humanities and Behavioural Sciences. 

Research proposals that are relevant to the social services sector, have a clearly identified industry collaborator, and are likely to receive cash and/or in-kind support from industry will be prioritised.

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