MDDI Information Service Mid-Term (Translation) Scholarship: 2026 Conversion Profile

Q: What does MDDI Information Service Mid-Term (Translation) Scholarship: 2026 Conversion Profile cover?
A: Mid-term scholarship pathway for translation undergraduates joining MDDI's government communications corps, highlighting funding, assessment, and development rotations.

TL;DR For mid-term applicants, this profile summarises eligibility, what’s covered, and bond/terms-verify the latest details on the sponsor’s official page before applying.

Cross-check it with other public-sector translation pathways inside our Scholarship Matcher before you submit, so you know how MDDI’s bond compares.

Scholarship Snapshot

• Status: Apply via PSC Gateway; the PSC 2025/26 undergraduate scholarship window closed on 15 March 2026
• Official Portal: MDDI Information Service (Translation) Scholarship with application through PSC Gateway.
• Who It Targets: Singapore Citizens/PRs (PRs must intend to take up citizenship) pursuing translation/communications; mid-term applicants must not be in final year.
• Eligibility (from MDDI): Good academic record (aiming for Honours Distinction or equivalent), strong CCA/leadership, interest in Information Service; 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 Coverage

• Tuition and compulsory fees.
• Maintenance and other allowances; overseas scholars also receive return economy airfare.
• Bond durations as above on the official page.

Scholar Journey

• During study: Build bilingual portfolios through translation and communications work.
• Post-graduation: Serve in government communications and translation roles; expect rotations across public comms teams.
• Professional growth: Develop bilingual storytelling, stakeholder management, and digital engagement skills.

Application Roadmap

1. Apply via PSC Gateway and select “Information Service” as first choice (per MDDI site).
2. Prepare transcripts, language certifications, and portfolio samples for upload.
3. Complete assessments/interviews scheduled through PSC Gateway/MDDI.

Reviewed by

Marcus Pang·Managing Director (Maths)