OBJECTIVE
The National Institute of Education Overseas Graduate Scholarship (NIE OGS) will sponsor outstanding candidates to pursue full-time doctoral studies overseas. Upon completion of their doctoral studies, candidates will return to serve as educators and academics in NIE.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
The applicant must fulfill the following criteria:
Be a Singapore Citizen.
Has excellent academic records with very good Honours or Master’s degrees (or professional qualifications of equivalent standing), with relevant teaching and some research experience.
Has the passion to pursue a challenging career in academia.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SCHOLARSHIP
The scholarship is tenable for a period of three years. The scholarship will provide:
Two sets of economy class air tickets (one at commencement and completion of doctoral studies, and one to return to Singapore for data collection for doctoral thesis).
Overseas maintenance allowance.
Stipend.
Pre-studies allowance (at commencement of doctoral studies).
Thesis allowance (upon completion of doctoral studies).
Tuition and other compulsory fees.
Conference and fieldwork grants (by application).
A scholar studying in the United States may be considered for a fourth year of sponsorship if the required minimum period of candidature is at least 4 years.
The scholar may be required to serve a few months in the Ministry of Education (MOE) Headquarters before embarking on his/her doctoral studies (if applicable).
The scholar will be required to enter into a bond to serve the National Institute of Education Nanyang Technological University (NIE NTU) as an employee for a period of five years upon obtaining the doctoral degree.
NIE NTU reserves the right to revise the terms and conditions of the scholarship as it deems fit.
AREA OF STUDY
Education in Humanities - History or Geography
The Humanities & Social Studies Education (HSSE) Department at the NIE leads in academic and curriculum studies in the humanities (history and geography) and social studies for pre-service and in-service teachers. We are committed to exploring new, innovative and alternative ways of delivering subject matter content in the humanities and social sciences and seek to develop best practices as we lead and collaborate in partnerships with schools and educators.
This call invites applicants who are interested in pursuing a PhD in either History Education or Geography Education. Research topics could include curriculum, pedagogy, learner experiences, inquiry methodologies and so forth relating to either history education or geography education. The applicant must be a History or Geography classroom teacher in a mainstream Singapore school with at least four years of authentic classroom experience. The applicant should have obtained a very good Honours degree or Master’s degree in a related discipline from a reputable university. Applicants who demonstrate ongoing engagement in research prior to his/her PhD will be preferred.
Applicants should meet the following criteria:
At least four years of teaching experience in a Singapore secondary school or pre-tertiary institution.
Should have at least a Second Class (Upper Division) Honours degree or a Master’s degree in a related field.
Experience in educational research or related disciplines prior to his/her PhD studies is highly preferred.
Demonstrate passion and commitment to work in NIE, particularly in teaching, research, and the provision of service in areas relating to History Education or Geography Education.
APPLICATION PROCESS
The following supporting documents must be submitted together with the application form to NIE NTU, through Workday, by the closing date:
Curriculum Vitae (which should include academic qualifications, employment history, scholarships & awards, a brief description of your research experience and publication list if available).
A succinct write-up (2 pages) on the research topic which you intend to pursue.
A succinct write-up (4 pages) on your commitment and interest in the area of study applied for and the expected contribution to NIE, schools and the Singapore education system.
An abstract of any thesis previously written.
Copies of two pieces of research work that you consider to be your most significant works (if available).
All relevant educational certificates and transcripts including GCE ‘O’ Level, GCE ‘A’ Level, Polytechnic Diploma, University Degree(s).
Letters for scholarships, prizes, other awards, memberships in academic & professional societies (if available).
A copy of the letter(s) of offer from each university applied to for admission to doctoral studies (if available).
A copy of the letter(s) of offer for other scholarships and/or awards applied for and the outcome of these applications (if available).
A minimum of two confidential referees’ reports (preferably from academic referees) printed on the official letterhead, to be sent directly to hrdacad@nie.edu.sg.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For clarification or more information, please contact:
Area of Study
Head, HSSE here.
Terms and Conditions of Scholarship
NIE Human Resource Department - Email to hrdacad@nie.edu.sg.
CLOSING DATE
The application deadline, along with the required documents, is 31 August 2025.
Each application will be assessed on its own merits. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Hiring Institution: NIE