A*STAR SIPGA (Singapore International Pre-Graduate Award)

Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) — Singapore

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

International undergraduate and master's students at overseas universities who want to do a short research attachment in Singapore. Further criteria are not stated on the page - check A*STAR before applying.

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About this opportunity

The Singapore International Pre-Graduate Award (SIPGA) supports short-term research attachments of 2 to 6 months for top international Bachelor’s and Master’s students at A*STAR’s premier research institutes in Biopolis and Fusionopolis, Singapore. Interns work on high-impact projects in AI, bioinformatics, microelectronics, quantum computing, polymeric materials, catalysis, and infectious diseases, and are prime candidates for the fully funded SINGA PhD Scholarship.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. International undergraduate and master's students at overseas universities who want to do a short research attachment in Singapore. Further criteria are not stated on the page - check A*STAR before applying.
2. Note the deadline. Rolling / varies (no deadline is stated on the A*STAR pages - apply through the SIPGA application form) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. A*STAR Supervisor Endorsement / Project Selection: Browse the SIPGA project list or contact an A*STAR Principal Investigator directly to secure their nomination for a 2-to-6-month project.; Official University Transcripts: Showing First-Class / top-decile grades across completed semesters.; Curriculum Vitae & Research Summary: Highlighting laboratory instrumentation, materials synthesis, or computational skills.; Academic Reference & Identity Documents: Reference details and valid passport copy..
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Step 1: Identification & Interview with an A*STAR Research Supervisor → Step 2: Supervisor Nomination to A*STAR Graduate Academy → Step 3: Central Merit Review & Stipend Award.

Profile of past winners

Top-decile STEM students who reach out to an A*STAR scientist 5–6 months ahead of their target attachment window to secure a project match and supervisor nomination before the October 15 or April 15 cutoff.

Free materials

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Tips from our advisors

1. Tailor your CV to the role: lead with the skills and projects the posting asks for.
2. Write a short, specific motivation statement. Name the team or project you want to join and why.
3. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
4. Beyond grades, show leadership and community impact with concrete numbers and outcomes.
5. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
6. Start at least 8 to 12 weeks early. Certified transcripts, translations and referee letters usually take longer than expected.

Quick answers

Who can apply for A*STAR SIPGA (Singapore International Pre-Graduate Award)?

International undergraduate and master's students at overseas universities who want to do a short research attachment in Singapore. Further criteria are not stated on the page - check A*STAR before applying.

What does A*STAR SIPGA (Singapore International Pre-Graduate Award) cover?

Funding for a research attachment of 2 to 6 months in Singapore for bachelor's and master's students (the amount is not stated on the page)

When is the deadline for A*STAR SIPGA (Singapore International Pre-Graduate Award)?

Rolling / varies (no deadline is stated on the A*STAR pages - apply through the SIPGA application form) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with A*STAR SIPGA (Singapore International Pre-Graduate Award)?

Host countries: Singapore.

What documents do I need for A*STAR SIPGA (Singapore International Pre-Graduate Award)?

A*STAR Supervisor Endorsement / Project Selection: Browse the SIPGA project list or contact an A*STAR Principal Investigator directly to secure their nomination for a 2-to-6-month project.; Official University Transcripts: Showing First-Class / top-decile grades across completed semesters.; Curriculum Vitae & Research Summary: Highlighting laboratory instrumentation, materials synthesis, or computational skills.; Academic Reference & Identity Documents: Reference details and valid passport copy..

How are applicants selected for A*STAR SIPGA (Singapore International Pre-Graduate Award)?

Step 1: Identification & Interview with an A*STAR Research Supervisor → Step 2: Supervisor Nomination to A*STAR Graduate Academy → Step 3: Central Merit Review & Stipend Award.

How much work is the A*STAR SIPGA (Singapore International Pre-Graduate Award) application?

Very High: Prior Nomination by an A*STAR Researcher (or Application to Posted SIPGA Projects) + Online A*STAR Portal Submission + CV + Transcripts + Reference