Tun Dato Sir Cheng-Lock Tan MA Scholarship: 2026 Profile for Southeast Asia Researchers
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Q: What does Tun Dato Sir Cheng-Lock Tan MA Scholarship: 2026 Profile for Southeast Asia Researchers cover?
A: Funding scope, eligibility, and preparation tips for ISEAS - Yusof Ishak Institute's Tun Dato Sir Cheng-Lock Tan MA Scholarship supporting postgraduate Southeast Asian studies.
TL;DR
ISEAS - Yusof Ishak Institute’s 2025 call offers MA candidates monthly maintenance, book/thesis support, and conference/fieldwork funding, with a one-year bond at ISEAS after graduation. Tuition coverage isn’t stated—confirm with ISEAS. Prepare a clear Southeast Asia research agenda and line up two referees early.
Scholarship Snapshot
- Status: 2025 call posted on ISEAS site (page live 1 Dec 2025)
- Official Listing: ISEAS Scholarships and Fellowships
- Who It Supports: Singapore Citizens and PRs pursuing a Southeast Asia-focused Master of Arts at reputable local or overseas universities
- Discipline Focus: Area studies, political economy, history, or closely aligned humanities/social sciences on Southeast Asia
- Tenable Institutions: Autonomous universities in Singapore or recognised overseas programmes with strong Southeast Asian research resources
- Bond: One-year attachment to ISEAS - Yusof Ishak Institute upon graduation
Award Components
- Monthly maintenance allowance during the MA
- Book and thesis allowances for research expenses
- Conference or fieldwork allowance for archival work, oral history, or overseas site visits
- Tenable at reputable local or overseas universities (tuition coverage not stated—confirm with ISEAS)
Eligibility Highlights
- Good honours degree (or equivalent professional qualification) in a relevant discipline such as history, anthropology, political science, or economics
- Strong academic track record and demonstrated interest in Southeast Asian issues through coursework, publications, or field experience
- Clear intention to pursue Southeast Asia-focused modules and research; proposal should show how findings benefit regional scholarship and policy understanding
- Ability to submit a full application package: CV, research proposal, statement of purpose, certified transcripts, and two academic referees
Application Roadmap
- Outline a research proposal that aligns with ISEAS's thematic priorities (politics, economics, socio-cultural change, or regional relations).
