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Applications open for Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by Research programme

SSS offers students to be part of a rigorous intellectual environment which emphasises global and comparative perspectives, broad-based thinking, multi-disciplinary approaches, cultural awareness, contemporary Asian relevance and world-class research in the following areas:

  • Economics,
  • Public Policy & Global Affairs (PPGA) - Aug intake only
  • Psychology and
  • Sociology

Application Deadlines

For January Intake: 1 June to 15 July
For August Intake: 1 October to 15 November
 

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Benefits for Successful Applicants
  • 4 years of FULL scholarship*
  • Monthly stipends of up to $3,700*
  • Vibrant student life and research environment
  • Conference and research funding
  • Access to on-campus housing

*For successful applicants who are awarded a scholarship

Who can Apply?
  • Bachelor’s degree with Second Class Honors Upper or equivalent based on CGPA and letters of recommendation
  • Applicants applying to the Economics and Psychology programmes are to note that the GRE (General) test is not mandatory, but GRE scores submitted along with applications will be taken into consideration.
    (Waived if your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree is from NUS, NTU or SMU)
  • GRE is not required for PPGA and Sociology programmes.
  • GATE and GMAT scores are not acceptable.
  • TOEFL/IELTS test scores (Waived if English is the medium of instruction for your Bachelor’s degree and must be at least 3 years of study)

How to Apply?

For enquiries:

Contact us at ac-sss-ge@ntu.edu.sg