MDDI Information Service Mid-Term (Translation) Scholarship: 2026 Conversion Profile
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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
The MDDI translation scholarship page directs mid-term applicants to PSC Gateway and shows bonds of 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 and confirm coverage 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: Application window not listed on MDDI page (last checked 2025-11-30); apply via PSC Gateway for current dates.
- 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
- Apply via PSC Gateway and select “Information Service” as first choice (per MDDI site).
- Prepare transcripts, language certifications, and portfolio samples for upload.
