Applications are open for the 2027 NUS Amgen Scholars Program at the National University of Singapore. This fully funded summer research opportunity gives undergraduate students the chance to work with leading researchers and gain practical experience in the biological sciences.
The programme runs for eight weeks, from May 31 to July 30, 2027. Selected participants will also have the opportunity to attend the Amgen Scholars Asia Symposium in Kyoto, Japan, from August 2 to 5, 2027, where they can present their research and connect with other scholars.
There is no application fee. Applicants whose universities use English as their primary language of instruction may provide confirmation from their institution instead of taking an English proficiency test.
NUS Amgen Scholars Program 2027 – Details
- Host institution: National University of Singapore (NUS)
- Host country: Singapore
- Programme duration: Eight weeks
- Internship dates: May 31 – July 30, 2027
- Asia Symposium: August 2–5, 2027
- Symposium location: Kyoto, Japan
- Funding: Fully funded
- Eligible applicants: Undergraduate students enrolled at universities in eligible Asian countries
- Application deadline: February 1, 2027
Financial Benefits
The NUS Amgen Scholars Program provides financial support to selected participants throughout the internship.
Benefits include:
- Accommodation: Arranged by the National University of Singapore.
- Stipend: SGD 6,000 for the eight-week programme.
- Travel support: Airfare to Singapore and from Japan to the participant’s home country.
- Local expenses: The stipend is intended to help cover meals and local transportation.
- Visa support: Visa application fees are covered.
Participants will also receive valuable research experience and an opportunity to engage with the international scientific community at the Asia Symposium.
Available Research Areas
Scholars will work with faculty members and research teams in selected departments at NUS.
The research areas include:
- Biological Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Pharmacology
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Microbiology and Immunology
Applicants should explore the research interests of participating faculty members when preparing their applications.
Eligibility Requirements
The NUS Amgen Scholars Program is designed for undergraduate students studying at universities in eligible Asian countries.
Applicants must:
- Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree programme at a university in an eligible Asian country.
- Have completed at least the first year of undergraduate study.
- Demonstrate a strong academic record.
- Have an interest in scientific research and the programme’s available research areas.
The programme’s eligibility is based on the location of the applicant’s university, not simply their nationality.
Eligible regions and countries
The participating university must be based in one of the following countries or territories:
- Eastern Asia: China, Hong Kong SAR, Macao SAR, Taiwan, North Korea, Japan, Mongolia, and South Korea.
- South-Eastern Asia: Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam.
- Central Asia: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.
- Southern Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Iran, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
- Western Asia: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Cyprus, Georgia, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Palestine, Syria, Türkiye, United Arab Emirates, and Yemen.
Important: Applicants studying at universities outside these eligible countries and territories may not qualify, even if they hold citizenship from an eligible country.
English Language Requirements
Applicants are not necessarily required to submit IELTS or another English language test score.
If English is the primary language of instruction at your university, you may provide an official letter from your institution confirming this. Check the official application instructions for the accepted forms of language evidence.
Required Application Documents
Prepare the following documents before starting your application:
- Recent passport-style photograph.
- Personal identification document.
- Official academic transcript.
- Proof of English proficiency or confirmation that English is the primary language of instruction at your university.
- Updated CV or résumé.
- Letters of recommendation.
Ensure that your documents are complete and submitted in the formats required by NUS.
How to Apply for the NUS Amgen Scholars Program 2027
Applications are submitted online through the official National University of Singapore programme portal.
Follow these steps:
- Review the eligibility requirements and confirm that your university is based in an eligible Asian country.
- Explore the participating research departments and identify areas that match your academic interests.
- Prepare your CV, academic transcript, identification, and recommendation letters.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload the required documents and submit your application before the deadline.
Application deadline: February 1, 2027.
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