Master’s and PhD Research Scholarships on the “Ageing-Migration Nexus” at the Department of Geography, National University of Singapore (NUS) for admission in January 2027 (application deadline: 15 May 2026)
The Department of Geography at the National University of Singapore (NUS) invites outstanding candidates to apply for 2 Research Scholarships (1 Master’s and 1 PhD) tied to a research grant on ageing and migration in Singapore, awarded by the Social Science Research Council (Singapore). Successful candidates will be expected to carry out postgraduate research that can inform the main project, primarily using qualitative research methods but knowledge of quantitative methods in relation to the main project could be advantageous too. Fieldwork will be done with migrants from different cultural backgrounds. Interested applicants may contact Professor Elaine Ho (elaine.ho@nus.edu.sg) with your CV and a brief description of your research background and interests.
The scholarships are for the January 2027 intake and the application deadline is on 15 May 2026 (outcomes announced October 2026). Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis and include a monthly stipend plus full tuition fees for up to two years for the Master’s degree and up to four years for the PhD degree. Prospective students of all nationalities are eligible to apply. Applicants should hold or expect to be conferred by January 2027 an Honours degree if undertaking the Master’s program or an Honours/Master’s degree if undertaking the PhD program, in a relevant social science discipline.
The Department of Geography at NUS is frequently ranked among the top Geography departments in the world, and the number one in Asia. As a top ranked Geography department in a leading global university, Geography faculty and graduate students collaborate on a wide-range of research projects that advance knowledge and its application, have high impact and are internationally respected for their quality. More information on the Department is available at: https://fass.nus.edu.sg/geog/.
Current PhD and Master’s students in the Department are researching a wide range of topics. But life in Geography at NUS is not all about work. Our graduate students enjoy a rich and varied social life in one of the most diverse, culturally, and advanced, technologically, cities in the world, at the centre of an extremely dynamic and exciting region. Our graduate students also receive support to enable their participation in international conferences and research networks.
More details about NUS Geography’s graduate programme, including application procedures and deadlines, are available on our website: https://fass.nus.edu.sg/geog/graduate-introduction/