MDDI Information Service Mid-Term Scholarship: 2026 Government Comms Conversion Guide
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Q: What does MDDI Information Service Mid-Term Scholarship: 2026 Government Comms Conversion Guide cover?
A: Mid-term scholarship from MDDI for communications undergraduates, covering financial support, rotational development, and interview preparation tips.
TL;DR
The official MDDI page shows mid-term scholars apply via PSC Gateway and receive tuition plus allowances; bonds are 4 years (local), 5 years (non-English overseas), or 6 years (English-speaking overseas). No closing date is posted—check PSC Gateway for the current window.
Use our Scholarship Matcher to benchmark its bond and development pathway against other public-sector comms sponsors before you apply.
Scholarship Snapshot
- Status: Application window not listed on MDDI page (last checked 2025-11-30); apply via PSC Gateway for current dates.
- Official Portal: MDDI Information Service Scholarship with application through PSC Gateway.
- Who It Targets: Singapore Citizens/PRs (PRs must intend to take up citizenship) pursuing communications/media-related undergraduate study; mid-term applicants must not be in final year.
- Eligibility (from MDDI): Good academic record (aiming for Honours Distinction or equivalent), strong CCA/leadership, and interest in an Information Service career; mid-term applicants must have completed at least one semester and not be in their final year.
- Bond: 4 years (local), 5 years (non-English overseas), 6 years (English-speaking overseas).
Award Components
- Tuition and compulsory fees (local or overseas).
- Maintenance and other allowances (local and overseas); overseas also includes return economy airfare.
- Bond durations as stated above on the official page.
Scholar Journey
- During study: Build a portfolio through media/communications work and internships.
- After graduation: Serve in government communications roles; expect rotations across public communications and digital engagement teams.
- Upskilling: Develop storytelling, analytics, and bilingual communication skills relevant to national messaging.
Application Roadmap
- Apply via PSC Gateway and select “Information Service” as first choice (per MDDI site).
- Prepare transcripts, portfolio pieces (videos, campaigns, articles), and references for upload.
