[Singapore] SPMS: SMF 2008 PhD/ Post Doc Scholarships Applications

Dear Profs,

We refer to the email below from the Dean with regards to the above-mentioned scholarships applications.

a. The Singapore Millennium Foundation Ltd (SMF) is calling applications for the following:
1) PhD scholarships - with financial support of S$3,000 per month for up to 4 years
2) Post Doctoral funding - with financial support of S$5,000 per month for up to 2 years

Details of the SMF Scholarship applications can be found at http://www.smf-scholar.org/

b. Accoding to SMF, the 2008 applcations will close on 31 Jan 2008. However, depending on the response, this date may be extended to 28 Feb 2008. I will need to contact RSO/OHR to check on their internal deadline to consolidate all Schools submission.

c. Please encourage your current and prospective PhD and Post Doctoral (PhD holders) candidates to apply quickly.

d. Candidates are required to submit an online application at http://www.smf-scholar.org/ Print out the completed form (with signature) and enclose with the following supporting documents in ENGLISH and duly certified as true copies to be enclosed (please arrange the document accordingly):

1. Curriculum Vitae.
2. TOEFL/GRE/GMAT/GATE Scores ( please check directly with the University/Research Institute on this requirement )
3. Doctoral’s degree certificate and transcripts, if applicable.
4. Master’s degree certificate and transcripts, if applicable.
5. Bachelor’s degree certificate & transcripts, if applicable.
6. Abstract of Proposed Research (250 words).
7. Proposed Plan of Research.
8. Abstract of Previous Research Accomplishments (if applicable)
9. Letter of Support by Hosting Scientific Advisor.
10. A copy of Hosting Scientific Advisor Curriculum Vitae (if applicable)
11. Two Reference Letters
12. Progress Report (if applicable)

Note: Candidates are also encouraged to discuss with their supervisors about the submission of application.

e. We will require the candidates to submit their applications to the School and we will append a copy to the Divisions for record in due course. Tentatively, we hope to receive all completed applications by 7 January 2008 and will revise the deadline after we hear from RSO /OHR:

Associate Chair (Graduate and Research)
School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Nanyang Technological University
1 Nanyang Walk, Block 5, Level 3
Singapore 637616
(attention: Ms Loo Leong Gaik)

Please feel free to let me know if you need any further clarification.

Thank you.

Best regards,
Leong Gaik