University Engineering Scholarship (SIT): 2026 Profile for Applied Learning Specialists
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TL;DR
The University Engineering Scholarship at SIT pays tuition, stipend, and enrichment costs for top Polytechnic graduates ready to champion applied engineering, in return for a multi-year bond with a sponsoring organisation. Showcase industry projects, highlight workplace learning strengths, and demonstrate how you will translate SIT's applied curriculum into national impact.
Scholarship Snapshot
- Status: Annual application window opens around February for AY25/26 SIT entrants (last verified 2025-10-03)
- Official Listing: MOE University Engineering Scholarship
- Who It Supports: Singapore Citizens and PRs proceeding from Polytechnic into SIT's engineering, infocomm, or applied science degree programmes
- Signature Features: Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP) placements aligned with sponsoring organisations and industry mentorship
- Bond: 4 years for local degrees; 6 years when overseas articulation partnerships are supported
Award Components
- Full tuition fee coverage at SIT, including compulsory charges and IWSP stipends top-up where required
- $5,800 annual allowance plus a $2,000 once-off computer grant
- Dedicated mentorship by engineering leaders from partner companies and SIT faculty supervisors
- Funding for approved overseas immersion, industry conferences, or professional certifications that reinforce applied expertise
- Guaranteed internship and development programmes coordinated between MOE, SIT Career Services, and host organisations
Eligibility Highlights
- Polytechnic Diploma with Merit in engineering, infocomm, maritime, or applied science disciplines relevant to SIT pathways
- Strong workplace learning track record-industry attachments, IWSP previews, or skills certifications (e.g., WSQ, Autodesk)
- Leadership and service contributions in applied learning communities, engineering clubs, or community innovation projects
- Successful admission to SIT in the year the scholarship is awarded; National Service commitments addressed or planned
- Willingness to serve in engineering roles designated by sponsoring organisations upon graduation
Application Roadmap
- Consolidate an applied learning portfolio featuring Poly capstone deliverables, industry projects, and IWSP-ready skill sets.
- Submit MOE's online application with academic transcripts, testimonials, CCA records, and evidence of industry certifications.
- Attend MOE's multi-stage selection, followed by interviews or assessment centres run with partner organisations.
- Shortlisted candidates will join matching sessions to confirm discipline fit (e.g., mechanical, civil, infocomm) and deployment plans.
- Accept the scholarship once offers from MOE and the sponsoring organisation are finalised; align SIT matriculation formalities accordingly.
Preparation Playbook
- Highlight quantifiable outcomes from Polytechnic projects-productivity gains, reliability improvements, or sustainability metrics.
- Network with SIT alumni currently on UES to understand expectations for IWSP performance and host-organisation rotations.
- Map the Integrated Work Study timeline and propose how you will dovetail scholarship internships with SIT's curriculum blocks.
- Identify certifications (e.g., Lean Six Sigma, cloud infrastructure) you plan to pursue using the enrichment allowance.
Useful Resources
- mailto:moe_scholarships@moe.gov.sg
